College of Charleston Geologist is over the moon about Apollo 11 anniversary
July 18, 2019College of Charleston geology professor Cassandra Runyon might not be an astronaut, but she has some serious NASA bonafides. Affiliated with NASA since she did an internship at Johnson Space Center in Houston…
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City of Charleston kicks off annual First Day Festival school supply drive
July 17, 2019
In preparation for the Annual First Day Festival, the city of Charleston is coordinating a school supply drive to ensure that local students have the materials they need to begin the…
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Six South Carolina students receive college scholarships from Workers’ Compensation Insurer
July 15, 2019SCHB Self Insurers Fund announced the recipients of their 2019 Scholarship Program. Six 2019 high school graduates were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship. An independent panel of judges evaluated each…
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Upstate students name new cranes at Inland Port Greer
July 9, 2019
Little Miss Sunshine and South Craneolina have joined the ranks of South Carolina Ports Authority’s cranes — thanks to the creativity of two Greenville County elementary students. Haven Ebel and…
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County Library partners with district for Summer Reading Program
July 9, 2019Studies show that students who don’t read during the summer will be less prepared when school resumes. That’s why Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County School District (CCSD)…
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Three school leaders selected for lifetime achievement award
July 2, 2019Jane Harrison, Scott Turner, Gerrita Postlewait Three school leaders from across the state have been selected by the South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) as…
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MUSC trustees review proposed FY20 budgets for university, hospital authority
July 2, 2019
Board holds in-state tuition at current levels with no increases for next fiscal year The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees…
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CCSD Executive Director Anita Huggins appointed acting Principal at Moultrie Middle School
July 1, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced that Anita Huggins, the current Executive Director of School Support, will also serve as the Acting Principal of Moultrie Middle School during the 2019-20…
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Google South Carolina leads digital skills workshops for Lowcountry veterans in collaboration with Palmetto Goodwill Training
June 28, 2019
On June 26th, Google South Carolina partnered with Palmetto Goodwill to host 26 Lowcountry veterans for Digital Skills Workshops, in conjunction with Goodwill Training Sessions. Participants will complete training with several…
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Revenue offers free webinar about business taxes July 10
June 25, 2019
Business owners in Washington have many responsibilities, including knowing which taxes they must report. To help reach more businesses statewide, the Washington State Department of Revenue (Revenue) will host a…
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First Day Festival School Supply Drive
June 24, 2019The First Day Festival School Supply Drive is in full effect! In celebration of the first day of school, the Mayor’s Office for Children, Youth & Families is asking you…
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TCCC Board of Directors welcomes Hsu, Walters
June 20, 2019Two college presidents joined the Tri-County Cradle to Career Collaborative Board of Directors on June 19. College of Charleston President Andrew Hsu, Ph.D., and The Citadel President Gen. Glenn Walters, USMC (Ret.),…
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College of Charleston African American Studies professor explains history of Juneteenth
June 19, 2019
The United States of America is known for its annual celebration of freedom from the British Empire every year on the Fourth of July, a time when the stars and…
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Congressman, Civil Rights activist, Lt. Gov. join hands in racial reconciliation
June 19, 2019
By W. Thomas Smith Jr. CAMDEN AND CHARLESTON, S.C. – U.S Congressman Trey Gowdy (standing) joined famed Civil Rights activist Dr. Cleveland Sellers, S.C. Lieutenant Governor Pamela Evette, and…
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Announcing the launch of Power:Ed—a new education initiative in SC
June 18, 2019
Power:Ed, started by South Carolina Student Loan Corp (SCSLC), to fund education initiatives in South Carolina, formally launched today. Power:Ed Director Sara Fisher says that grants will be awarded to nonprofits, colleges…
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Citadel’s new nursing program earns national accreditation
June 17, 2019Cadets can now apply for Nursing ROTC scholarships; Veteran students can use GI Bill for tuition The words contained in a letter addressed to The Citadel’s Swain Department of Nursing…
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New gift grows LGBTQ collection at CofC Library
June 17, 2019The College of Charleston Libraries announced the successful match of a $25,000 challenge gift for “LGBTQ Life in the Lowcountry,” a project dedicated to collecting and sharing the stories of…
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73rd Annual American Legion Auxiliary Palmetto Girls State session hosts inauguration at State House
June 17, 2019The American Legion Auxiliary’s Palmetto Girls State program culminated with a parade through downtown Columbia, S.C. and an inauguration at the State House on Friday, June 13. The inauguration was…
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A preeminent servant-leader retires after dedicating 42 years to The Citadel
June 13, 2019
Thousands of men and women passed through Lesesne Gate over the past 42 years. Many of them have gone on to lead armies, governments, corporations, churches and community organizations. And,…
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CCSD welcomes successful educator as new executive director
June 11, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Trevor Strawderman as a district executive director effective July 1. Strawderman currently serves as the principal of North Myrtle Beach High School, a position…
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CCSD names Rhonda Robinson director of Federal Programs
June 11, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Rhonda Robinson as the director of Federal Programs. Robinson has served as the director of federal programs for Dorchester School District Four for the…
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CCSD announces new leaders for the 2019-20 school year
June 11, 2019Charleston County School District (CCSD) would like to announce the following new leadership within the district: Jennifer Baez, Interim Principal*, Pepperhill Elementary Janet Brown, Principal, Ladson Elementary Ryan Cumback,…
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Ellen Nitz selected as CCSD Director of Nursing Services
June 11, 2019
Charleston County School District (CCSD) announced Ellen Nitz as the new director of Nursing Services. Nitz has served in the district for the past 12 years as the nurse liaison…
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West Ashley Valedictorian honored for 12- years of perfect attendance
June 10, 2019A 12-year perfect attendance record is unbelievable testimony to grit and dedication according to West Ashley High School (WAHS) Principal Lee Runyon. Very few students across South Carolina can boast…
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CCSD college-sponsored Merit Scholarship winners named
June 5, 2019Ten Charleston County School District students are being recognized today by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) as winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities. The…
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From Sharks to Medicine in Mars: Grants fund variety of College of Charleston student research
June 5, 2019Summer brings so many opportunities for college students. Some of them have full-time jobs. Some travel. Some serve internships while others enroll in classes and study. And still others invest…
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College of Charleston Board of Trustees approves tuition for 2019-20
June 5, 2019
The College of Charleston Board of Trustees voted on June 3, 2019, to adjust the all-in cost of attendance for the 2019-2020 academic year. Beginning fall semester 2019, full-time undergraduate…
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Board of Trustees approves teacher salary increase in FY20 budget
June 5, 2019The Charleston County School (CCSD) Board of Trustees approved a balanced FY20 General Fund budget for the 2019-202 school year tonight totaling $537,015,665. Highlights CCSD will use $1.1 million of…
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CCSD announces new leaders for the 2019-2020 school year
June 5, 2019Charleston County School District announced the following new leadership within the district: Jennifer Baez, Interim Principal, Pepperhill Elementary Janet Brown, Principal, Ladson Elementary Ryan Cumback, Principal, West Ashley…
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Less than a month remains until FAFSA deadline
June 4, 2019
Free financial aid form must be submitted by June 30 The deadline is approaching to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students planning to attend college in…
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Commission on Higher Education announces new president and executive director
June 3, 2019
Dr. Rusty L. Monhollon has been named president and executive director of the South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE). Monhollon’s appointment was confirmed by a unanimous vote of the…
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First South Carolina School honored as U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School for Environmental Initiatives
May 29, 2019
Dutch Fork Elementary School in Lexington County is the first South Carolina school to be recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Education for environmentally conscious programming. The S.C. Department…
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Two College of Charleston biochemistry majors named Goldwater Scholars
May 29, 2019Two College of Charleston biochemistry majors have been named 2019–20 Goldwater Scholars, one of the nation’s highest honors for undergraduates studying science, technology, engineering or mathematics (STEM). Rising seniors Dashiell Jay and Mason Huebsch were among…
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Board of Trustees approves teacher salary increase in FY20 budget
May 28, 2019The Charleston County School (CCSD) Board of Trustees approved a balanced FY20 General Fund budget for the 2019-202 school year tonight totaling $537,015,665. Highlights CCSD will use $1.1 million…
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Benson receives Lifetime Achievement Award
May 28, 2019
P. George Benson, professor of decision sciences in the College of Charleston’s Department of Supply Chain and Information Management and former College of Charleston president (2007–14), was recently presented with the Albert…
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Brighton Swim Academy opens in Mount Pleasant
May 24, 2019
Most parents understand the importance of enrolling their children in swim lessons, especially in the Charleston area where water is everywhere. Yet, finding a comfortable and accessible space with quality…
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Teachers, other essential workers get home buying help with “Palmetto Heroes”
May 21, 2019Buying a first home is a monumental opportunity in one’s life. Financing this occasion can be challenging and for many—can seem unattainable. Beginning in 2006, The South Carolina State Housing…
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Four South Carolina students named U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 14, 2019
U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has announced the 55thclass of U.S. Presidential Scholars. Four of the 161 high school seniors being recognized are from South Carolina. U.S. Presidential Scholars…
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Over 3,500 South Carolina students named Junior Scholars
May 13, 2019
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is proud to announce that this year there were 3,545 South Carolina Junior Scholars from all public, private, and home schools. The South Carolina Junior…
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UofSC’s new Professional MBA site will serve military community in Beaufort area
May 9, 2019
The Darla Moore School of Business is opening an eighth Professional MBA regional site at Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot in Beaufort. The new site will provide quality distance…
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Registration now open for Summer Reading Program
May 7, 2019
Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) and Charleston County School District (CCSD) are working together to help students and children read more than ever this summer. This joint initiative is part of the…
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Charleston Symphony hires Ryan Silvestri as Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra conductor
May 7, 2019
The Charleston Symphony announced Ryan Silvestri as the conductor for its new education program, Charleston Symphony Youth Strings (CSYS). The program will launch in September of 2019. CSYS will serve…
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Charleston Southern University
May 6, 2019
Founded in 1964, Charleston Southern University is a private, Christian liberal arts university. With an enrollment of approximately 3,500 students, CSU is one of South Carolina’s largest accredited, independent universities…
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CSU celebrates largest graduating class
May 6, 2019
Charleston Southern University graduated its largest class in university history with more than 770 graduates May 4 at North Charleston Coliseum. Princeton McBride, a double major in Christian studies and…
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The Citadel’s first class of nurses graduates
May 6, 2019The Citadel’s first class of nursing students accept their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees during commencement ceremonies on May 4, 2019. The group of 20 evening undergraduates, and…
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Record number of College of Charleston students receive Fulbright awards
May 6, 2019Five College of Charleston seniors and graduates – a record for the institution – will spend the next year of their lives studying and working abroad as prestigious Fulbright award…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Janet Price of Summit Parkway Middle as Educator of the Year
May 1, 2019
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognized Janet Price of Summit Parkway Middle School in Northeast Columbia as the 2019 Future Scholar Financial Literacy Program Educator of the Year. Loftis visited…
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Academic Magnet High School named best in the country
May 1, 2019
Academic Magnet High School has been named the Best High School in the country by U.S. News & World Report. The U.S. News Best High Schools rankings include data on more…
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Anonymous gift transforms College of Charleston’s Race and Social Justice Initiative
April 30, 2019The College of Charleston’s Race and Social Justice Initiative (RSJI) announced the receipt of a major gift that will fundamentally transform the initiative’s impact in Charleston and beyond. The generous donor…
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UofSC decides to continue the search for its next president
April 27, 2019
After interviewing the four presidential candidates recommended by the University of South Carolina Presidential Candidate Search Committee, the Board of Trustees voted to continue the search for the 29th…
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