LCSD 56 Eastside Elementary School Holds Career Day
May 23, 2022Learning takes on many forms. At Eastside Elementary School in Clinton students recently got the opportunity to learn about some interesting career opportunities. The experience was more than just talking.…
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Clinton High School’s Abigail Cunningham Named SC Teaching Fellow
May 22, 2022Program Prepares South Carolina’s Future Teacher Leaders Abigail Cunningham, senior at Clinton High School has been awarded the prestigious South Carolina Teaching Fellowship. The announcement comes after third round decisions,…
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Lander Has First Educator Signing Day
May 18, 2022Emerald High School senior Taylin Hall, who will attend Lander University in the fall on a South Carolina Teaching Fellow Scholarship, tries on a Lander cap at the College of…
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Two New Scholarships Memorialize Late PTC Student
May 18, 2022Gavin Truelove loved his family and his church. He loved the beach. And he loved his girlfriend, Payton Hughes. The promising radiologic technology student at Piedmont Technical College (PTC) had…
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Thornwell Launches Free “Grab-N-Go” Daily Meal Pickups During June
May 18, 2022Program transitions in July to free dine-in lunch on Thornwell’s campus Thornwell, a non-profit organization committed to serving children and families in need across Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, is…
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PTC Going No Cost for Tuition and Fees this Fall
May 17, 2022Piedmont Technical College (PTC) already has offered no cost for tuition and fees for spring and summer 2022. Now the college is extending that option for students who enroll this…
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Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences Honors Students’ Achievements
May 16, 2022Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences held its honors and awards program on Thursday, April 7 in the Josephine Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. “It is our great pleasure…
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Lander University College of Science and Mathematics Recognizes Student Achievements
May 15, 2022Lander University’s College of Science and Mathematics honored its students’ achievements during its awards ceremony on April 21 at Dingle Ampitheatre. “The idea of today’s program is to acknowledge and…
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Lander University’s College of Business Celebrates Students’ Academic Excellence
May 15, 2022Lander University’s College of Business celebrated students’ achievements on April 22 during the Annual Awards and Recognition Ceremony in the Abney Cultural Center Auditorium. “It’s our honor to take this…
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Clemson University’s cybersecurity strength highlighted with seventh competition victory in 10 years
May 13, 2022CU Cyber has extended its dominance in the Palmetto Cyber Defense Competition, underscoring Clemson University’s strength in the skills needed to excel in one of the nation’s most in-demand careers.…
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Piedmont Technical College Students Honored for Excellence
May 12, 2022Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recently honored the achievements of more than 50 conscientious student leaders at its 48th Annual Student Awards and Recognition Program. The April 20 proceedings were broadcast…
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Lander Nursing Recognizes 2022 Graduates
May 11, 2022Lander University’s William Preston Turner School of Nursing held its annual academic awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 3. Two members of the graduating class received hoods, signifying their completion of…
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PTC and UofSC Join Forces to Boost Cardiovascular Technology Workforce
May 11, 2022A new partnership between Piedmont Technical College (PTC) and the University of South Carolina (UofSC) aims to strengthen heart healthcare and the workforce that supports it. Officials from PTC and…
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Lander, Self Regional Healthcare Honor Inaugural Self Scholars
May 11, 2022Coming from a manufacturing background, Self Regional Healthcare’s Vice President of Human Resources Brent Parris said he used to think of his job in terms of making widgets. His perspective…
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LDHS Student Named SC Technology Champion for WPEC Region
May 9, 2022For the twentieth consecutive year, the outstanding Career and Technical Education student from each region will be recognized as a Technology Champion during the South Carolina Education and Business Summit…
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LDHS Senior Named Work Based Learning Student of the Year for WPEC Region
May 9, 2022The SC Work-Based Learning Student (WBL) of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding WBL student who exemplifies representation while applying academia to real life, real work, and real-world situations in…
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Lander University’s Randy Bouknight Receives Honorary Doctorate
May 6, 2022As Lander University continues to celebrate its Sesquicentennial—the 150th anniversary of the institution’s founding in 1872—President Richard Cosentino and members of the Board of Trustees used Lander’s Spring Commencement Exercises…
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PC Releases Report and Actions Stemming from Feb. 11 Incident
May 6, 2022Presbyterian College released its report on the investigation surrounding the Feb. 11 racially charged incident that occurred on campus just before a lacrosse match against Howard University.The findings of the…
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Field Trip to Kings Mountain State Park Follows Lecture on the Battle at Kings Mountain
May 4, 2022Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore brings history to life with his series of monthly lectures at the Laurens County Museum followed by a field trip to a historical site.…
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Actor calls on Lander University graduates to ‘manifest whatever life you want’
May 4, 2022A leading Hollywood actor, whose first attempt at working in the entertainment industry didn’t fare well, told Lander University graduates, “You can manifest whatever lives you want.” Andy Buckley, known…
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Boeing STEM Signing Day Recipients from LDHS
May 4, 2022Laurens Raiders Wesley Veal and Emma Clough have been selected to attend STEM Signing Day presented by Boeing. Only 2 students are selected from our Laurens County every year so…
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Clemson Summer Scholars
May 2, 2022On April 27, 2022, twenty-six Clinton High Schools students were presented scholarships from GEAR-UP to attend Clemson Summer Scholar camps this summer in June and July. They will be attending…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture “Kings Mountain” – Tuesday, May 3
May 2, 2022A monthly lecture series presented by historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore at the Laurens County Museum. The incredible Patriot victory at Kings Mountain will be the topic of the…
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Lander Students Receive Awards at 2022 Association of Southeastern Biologists
May 2, 2022Lander University students (in the photo left to right) Zach Swartzentruber, of Abbeville; Ayla Edmiston, of Cayce; Carley Cannon, of Chapin; and Elisa Howansky, of Westminster, were honored with awards…
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Intrepid PTC Veterinary Technology Instructor from Clinton Wins National Recognition
April 29, 2022Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Veterinary Technology Instructor Melissa Entrekin is a crusader for her profession. She has invested hours of personal time advocating for fairness and equity in the pay…
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Thornwell Charter School Seeking Board of Directors Candidates
April 28, 2022Thornwell Charter School in Clinton, SC is seeking candidates for two seats on the Board of Directors. The elected candidates will serve a two-year term. Candidates must apply online by…
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Lander University Celebrates Student Achievements at Annual Student Life Awards
April 27, 2022“We’re here tonight because this is a particularly proud moment for those of us who have the privilege of working in the University,” Dr. Boyd Yarbrough, vice president of Student…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Receives Research Grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals
April 27, 2022The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation to fund research internships for GSSM…
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District 55 Partners with Sheriff’s Office to Add Two K-9 Dogs for School Safety
April 27, 2022School safety is at the forefront of communities throughout the nation. It is also the priority for Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55). The school district is partnering with…
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Clinton High School Prom Night
April 27, 2022Prom Season Begins. You know the school year is coming to a close when the juniors and seniors dress up and go to the dance. Clinton High School prom was held…
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It’s Jazz Time at PC!
April 27, 2022The newly formed Jazz Band at Presbyterian College performed to a large crowd for their debut on Tuesday night. The program included eleven pieces with classic jazz selections and less…
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Piedmont Tech Spring Graduations Set for May 5
April 26, 2022Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two in-person spring commencement exercises on Thursday, May 5, 2022. An 11 a.m. ceremony will recognize graduates from our Health Care and Engineering/Industrial divisions.…
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PC Band Program to Host Behind the Scenes Event with International Maestro
April 25, 2022PC Band Program brings another guest for the “Behind the Scenes” series. This time, PC director of bands, Dr. Giovani Briguente, hosts a fascinating talk with an international guest from…
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Laurens District 55 High School Robotics Team Competes in World Championship
April 25, 2022The Laurens District 55 High School Robotics team competed in the FIRST World Championships last week in Houston, Texas. There were 450 teams from around the world (US, Canada, Mexico,…
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The Rev. Dr. Buz Wilcoxon ‘05 called as PC’s first Lassiter Chaplain and Dean of Spiritual Life
April 25, 2022Presbyterian College president Dr. Matthew vandenBerg announced today that the Rev. Dr. Searcy Allen “Buz” Wilcoxon IV ‘05 will serve as PC’s first Marianne and E.G. Lassiter Chaplain and Dean…
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Lander Student Academic Symposium Called ‘Impressive’
April 25, 2022Lander University senior nursing student Jacob Sims discusses “The Effects of Bipolar Disorder on Interpersonal Relationships Among Individuals in the Geriatric Population: A Targeted Review of the Literature,” one of…
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The Sesqui Series: Laura Lander brought ‘green thumb’ to Greenwood campus
April 25, 2022Editor’s Note: During the Sesquicentennial Celebration, Lander University will share news stories, which highlight the people and events shaping its campus, through “The Sesqui Series.” With the abundance of trees…
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Four LDHS Seniors Sign to Play College Football
April 23, 2022It was a big week at Laurens District 55 High School with four seniors signing letters of intent to play college football next year. The four seniors are: LDHS Senior…
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Lander University Honors College Recognizes Student Achievements
April 22, 2022Lander University gathered to honor the achievements of its students during the Honors College Academic Awards Ceremony on April 7. Students who were recognized received either the Honors Medal or…
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LCSD 55 Celebrates School Lunch Heroes
April 22, 2022Student nutrition professionals are vital to the well-being of students in Laurens County School Ditrict 55 (LCSD 55). Focused on adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and…
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Clinton High School’s Alexa Kate Bagwell and Isabella Gardner Named SC Teaching Fellows
April 22, 2022Program Prepares South Carolina’s Future Teacher Leaders Alexa Kate Bagwell and Isabella Gardner, seniors at Clinton High School have been awarded the prestigious South Carolina Teaching Fellowship. Alexa Kate will…
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For this College President, It’s Game On!
April 22, 2022Piedmont Technical College President Dr. Hope E. Rivers shared her insights at a Women’s History Month Roundtable event March 24 on PTC’s Newberry Campus. She noted that there will always…
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LDHS Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy to Participate in Earth Day Project
April 20, 2022LDHS Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy will be participating in the Earth Day Community Trash pickup as their Impact Project. Students will collect trash on Whelon Road beginning at 8:15am. They will…
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PC Jazz Band Debut Concert Scheduled for April 26th
April 18, 2022On Tuesday, April 26th, PC Jazz Band will take the stage for the very first time in Belk Auditorium. This is the first public performance of the PC Jazz Band, a music…
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Author and Poet Janisse Ray Visits Lander University
April 18, 2022While admitting that front-end research is an important part of the writing process, author and poet Janisse Ray insists that statistics alone aren’t what change a reader’s mind. Ray, who…
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South Carolina to Host First Statewide Family Code Night
April 18, 2022The event will include fun, at-home learning for all families with K-5 children, with video welcome from Governor Henry McMaster and State Superintendent Molly Spearman All South Carolina families with…
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Lander Stands Out at SEPA Conference
April 17, 2022A contingent from Lander University made a favorable impression at the Southeastern Psychological Association (SEPA) Conference, held from March 23 to March 26, at Hilton Head Island. A scholarly paper…
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National Public Safety Telecommunications Week – April 10-16
April 13, 2022Sunday, April 10 marked the beginning of National Public Safety Telecommunications Week 2022. The event is observed every second week in April and is meant to recognize telecommunicators who help…
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Co-Star of ‘The Office’ to Give Keynote Address at Lander University Spring Commencement
April 13, 2022He’s best known for his iconic role as Dunder Mifflin CFO David Wallace on NBC’s hit comedy, “The Office,” but on Wednesday, May 4, Andy Buckley will give the keynote…
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PTC Foundation Planning ‘Spring Forward’ 5k Run/Walk on May 14
April 13, 2022When Dr. Alvie Coes III learned that the Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Foundation would hold its inaugural Spring Forward for Student Success 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 14, he snapped…
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