GREENWOOD, S.C. – Dr. Misty L. Jameson, a professor of English and Film Studies, is the recipient of Lander University’s Distinguished Professor award. Her 13-year career at Lander began in…

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Clinton, SC – National Beta is proud to announce Laurens County School District 56 as a 2020-2021 National District of Distinction. This award is given to those deserving districts who…

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The Lander University Board of Trustees voted unanimously to posthumously appoint Maurice Holloway, a former board member, as trustee emeritus. The decision was made at the board’s meeting on May…

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Could your Zoom background use some professional tweaking? How do you best manage your time while working remotely? Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has just the thing for workers in the…

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Lander University’s Honors College hosted its annual Student Academic Symposium in mid-April, where students from various fields of study had the opportunity to present their original research projects. “The Academic…

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As reported here on the BUZZ, on Tuesday, Governor McMaster issued Executive Order 2021-23, which empowers South Carolina parents to decide whether their children should wear masks in public schools throughout…

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When 377 graduates walked across the stage during Lander University’s 163rd commencement exercises on Tuesday, May 11, eight employees of Lander were included in those ranks. Employee graduates included Dr.…

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To celebrate the mothers and mother-figures who show up in our lives, we’ve decided to feature our “The Power of Showing Up Workshop!” There are two opportunities to catch it…

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With its first annual candlelight walk on Thursday, April 22, Lander University began a new tradition honoring graduating seniors. Students followed a path lined with hundreds of candles, past family,…

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“Everyone is familiar with changes in the weather on earth, but most don’t realize that there is also weather in space,” said PC sophomore Grace Wanliss. Wanliss and sophomore Marigordon…

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Every spring, Piedmont Technical College (PTC) recognizes and celebrates students who have been awarded one of more than 85 scholarships available from the PTC Foundation. Again in 2021, as a…

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The Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Area Commission, at their April meeting, voted for an extension of the college’s existing freeze on tuition, instituted last year, through the 2021-22 year. “Extending…

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On Monday, April 26, 2021, at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55) Board of Trustees, Superintendent Dr. Ameca C. Thomas requested approval of…

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Celebrating School Lunch Hero Day on May 7, 2021 Between preparing healthy food, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, Laurens County…

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Lander University will conduct its 163rd commencement exercises on Tuesday, May 11, when it will confer degrees on the approximately 377 graduates of the Spring 2021 class. To ensure the…

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On Friday, April 30th, Laurens County 5th and 6th grade students competed in Day 2 of the Michelin STEM Competition. This competition was held at Clinton High School, and schools…

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Laurens District 56 students in 3rd and 4th grades participated in the Michelin STEM Competition held at Clinton High School on Thursday, April 29th. Students in both grades built cars…

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Lander University Advancement has picked philanthropic professional and higher education veteran Eric Rivenbark to serve as assistant vice president for major, planned and principled gifts. Rivenbark comes to Lander after…

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The robotics program at Laurens District 55 High School will attempt to hold our annual STEM camp this summer in person.  Camp will run from 8:30a-5:00p Monday, July 12th through…

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The end of the school year always brings a time for celebrating and this year is no different. As they did last year, the City of Clinton will host a…

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  M.S. Bailey will be hosting several tours and Q&A sessions for parents and guardians interested in the 4K program for next year, 2021-2022.   Here is a list of…

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Imagine a college professor who confesses he may not have anything to teach his students. Next, imagine that same professor being named a college’s Professor of the Year. Then apply…

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Lander University’s College of Behavioral and Social Sciences held its honors and awards program on Tuesday, Apr. 13, at the Jean Tribble McFerrin Amphitheater located behind Laura Lander Hall. “These…

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The stunning portraits by artist Abigail Lynn were the center of attention by art lovers  visiting The Arts Center of Greenwood. Lynn’s artwork was part of the Lander University Art…

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Three Piedmont Technical College (PTC) employees were honored recently as Outstanding Educators for the 2019-2020 academic year by the South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) at its annual conference last…

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Lander University will wrap up its Race and Identity Dialogue in the month of April, with two virtual sessions for students, faculty, staff and members of the public. The first…

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Due to a significant increase in COVID-19 situations requiring isolation and quarantine of students and staff at Laurens District 55 High School, it is necessary to move to eLearning for…

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Greenville Business Magazine has released its 2020 “50 Most Influential and Hall of Fame” winners and entrants, which include two PC alumni. Included in the most influential list are Chad…

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District 56 is excited to announce the following changes to the administrative team for the 2021-2022 school year.  Mr. Eddie Marshall, current Principal of Joanna-Woodson Elementary, is assuming the position of…

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Are you planning to attend college or a technical school but not sure how to pay for it? Clinton High School Freshman students and parents this is for you. GEAR-UP is…

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Clinton High School competed in the South Carolina Science Olympiad on Saturday, March 20, 2021 against sixteen other teams across the state. Although this year’s competition was virtual, the result provided…

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