Spartanburg youth provides community outreach through family photographs
November 15, 2018
Jeremiah Drummond, a junior at North Greenville University, will provide free photos of families and friends who gather this Thanksgiving at the Soup Kitchen of Spartanburg, Thursday, Nov. 22, 10:30…
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Avtec, Clemson alumnus make generous contribution to aid incident command center
November 15, 2018
The integrated approach to major event communications at Clemson University received another significant boost this fall. Avtec Inc., which contributed more than $500,000 in 2017 to the Watt Family Innovation Center to…
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Clemson-based project aims to transform Southeastern feed grain industry
November 13, 2018
A concept born out of research from Clemson University’s Advanced Plant Technology(APT) Program is taking shape as a company that seeks to revolutionize regional agriculture by building a feed grain pipeline…
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Wofford recognized for study abroad participation
November 13, 2018
Meals in Morocco. Coffee in Brazil. Lunch on a street-side table in Paris. Lessons learned in Barcelona. Viewing a map of the world, one would need a lot of pins…
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One million reasons to celebrate: $1 million scholarship named for GHS cardiologist on 75th birthday
November 13, 2018The glow of 75 candles on a birthday cake may shine bright, but retired Greenville Health System cardiologist Ed Lominack learned at his surprise birthday party recently that he’d actually…
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Business, education leader named to Clemson corporate partnerships and strategic initiatives post
November 9, 2018
A Greenville business and education leader whose experience ranges from economic development to higher education has been named an assistant vice president for the Clemson University Office of Corporate Partnerships and…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports financial literacy and community service at Greenville Technical College
November 8, 2018(Left to right) Anna McNinch of The Hughes Agency, AmeriCorps member Diamond Boiling, student veteran Aras Van Bibber, Jr., Greenville Tech Foundation Vice President for Advancement Ann Wright, Academic Connections…
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GSSM students take first place in academic competition
November 7, 2018The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Academic Team traveled to High Point, NC, on October 20 to compete in the High Point Central Open. The tournament…
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BJU partners with Southeast Center for Photography
November 5, 2018Bob Jones University’s Art of Photography class is proud to announce a new partnership with the Southeast Center for Photography which will provide valuable instruction and professional networking opportunities for…
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Bill Brown receives SC CIO Award
November 5, 2018
Greenville County Schools Executive Director of Education Technology Services Bill Brown is the recipient of the 2018 South Carolina CIO (Chief Information Officer) Award presented by AcumenIT. Brown is also…
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Associate Professor of Art Ross McClain delivers L.D. Johnson lecture on “What Really Matters?”
November 1, 2018
Furman Associate Professor of Art Ross McClain will speak Thursday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. in Daniel Memorial Chapel on campus. A reception in the Bryan Garden Room follows his…
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Furman University enters into partnership with UVA’S Batten School of leadership and Public Policy
November 1, 2018
Furman University students interested in attending graduate school at the University of Virginia’s Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy now have an inside track to gaining admission. Furman…
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Susan A. Maddux named vice president for finance and administration at Furman University
October 31, 2018Susan A. Maddux has been named vice president for finance and administration at Furman University, President Elizabeth Davis announced today. Maddux comes to Furman from Presbyterian College, where she had…
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Tri-County was first and only choice for honor student Aidan Bish
October 31, 2018
Two years ago, 18-year-old D.W. Daniel High School honor student Aidan Bish had multiple admissions offers to study electrical engineering at prestigious colleges across the Southeast. On a regular basis…
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Greenville Technical College establishes partnership delivering relevant job skills at the Greenville County Detention Center
October 30, 2018
Greenville Technical College has established a partnership with the Greenville County Detention Center to deliver training to incarcerated individuals so that when they are released, they have marketable job skills.…
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Furman expands Joseph Vaughn scholarship to support more SC African American students
October 30, 2018
The Furman University Board of Trustees announced today that it has endorsed expanding a scholarship fund that honors the memory of the late Joseph Vaughn, the university’s first African-American student.…
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Southeast Center for Photography partners with The South Carolina School of the Arts at Anderson University
October 30, 2018Southeast Center for Photography is pleased to announce its newly established association with The South Carolina School of the Arts at Anderson University. The Department of Art & Design at…
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James Hunter receives FM Rogers Leadership Award at Greenville Technical College
October 30, 2018Presenting the F.M. Rogers Leadership Award to James Hunter are (left to right) Layne Austin and Shannon Cole, daughters of the late F.M. Rogers. James Hunter, a recent graduate of…
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Children’s ADDvocacy of SC is established to support schools and teachers in the Upstate
October 26, 2018
CASC Research-Based Programming Will Serve Students with Learning Differences Children’s ADDvocacy of SC (CASC), a new 501(c)3 based in Greenville County, is identifying and implementing research-based programs that are intended…
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South Carolina students outperform nation on SAT and Advanced Placement examinations
October 25, 2018The College Board released national and South Carolina specific results for their SAT and Advanced Placement assessments. South Carolina students scored fifteen points above the national average on the SAT exam and exceeded…
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Furman University offer new Master of Arts in Strategic Design
October 25, 2018
Furman University has announced that it will offer a Master of Arts in Strategic Design (MA-SDG) through a collaboration with the Miami Ad School @ Portfolio Center in Atlanta. Pending final…
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Tri-County Technical College to launch Manufacturing Works program with Belton-Honea Path High School
October 25, 2018
Beginning this spring, Belton-Honea Path High School students will have the opportunity to gain technical skills while exploring careers in manufacturing through a new certificate program to be offered by…
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Tri-County Technical College President Booth addresses crowd at annual report
October 22, 2018‘None of our work would be possible without your involvement and partnerships,’ President Booth tells crowd at his final annual report address In his last Annual Report Luncheon address…
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Public invited to review proposed instructional materials and textbooks
October 22, 2018
The public is invited to review textbooks and instructional materials that have been proposed for use in South Carolina’s public schools. The materials will be on display from October 23…
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Authors DeWolf and Morgan speak about interracial healing and dialogue Oct. 30
October 22, 2018
Authors Tom DeWolf and Sharon Morgan will speak Tuesday, Oct. 30, at 7:30 p.m. in Younts Conference Center on the campus of Furman University about dealing with the historical harms…
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Four alumni to be honored during Wofford Homecoming
October 15, 2018
Weekend also includes Terrier Ball, football game The Wofford College Alumni Association will honor four alumni Saturday, Oct. 20, during Homecoming Weekend at the college. Highlights of the weekend also…
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The Women’s Business Center of South Carolina at Columbia College announces inaugural Women’s Business Summit on International Women’s Entrepreneurship Day
October 15, 2018
Recognizing the contributions women business owners make globally and in South Carolina by strengthening our communities and initiating sustained prosperity. The Women’s Business Center of South Carolina at Columbia College…
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South Carolina’s first student film festival announces call for entries
October 12, 2018Doko Film Fest, a competitive showcase event featuring the work of student filmmakers ages 15 to 18, is pleased to announce that entries are officially being accepted for its inaugural…
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South Carolina’s first student film festival announces call for entries
October 12, 2018
Doko Film Fest, a competitive showcase event featuring the work of student filmmakers ages 15 to 18, is pleased to announce that entries are officially being accepted for its inaugural…
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Greenville Tech Foundation honors Bosch-Rexroth, Greenville Health System, and Michelin North America
October 11, 2018Honorees Recognized for Gifts Totaling More than $3 Million to Greenville Tech Foundation The Greenville Tech Foundation hosted the 2018 Workforce Development Salute on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 with a…
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Spartanburg Community College launches first Citizens Bank Professional Speakers series on Oct. 24 featuring Entrepreneur John Bauknight
October 9, 2018
In partnership with First Citizens Bank, Spartanburg Community College is excited to launch a Professional Speakers Series this month at the SCC Downtown Campus. Designed to introduce students and community…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools to host joint information session for prospective students
October 9, 2018Tuesday, October 16 The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH) and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) are hosting Two Paths to…
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South Carolina Governor’s Schools to host joint information session for prospective students
October 9, 2018Tuesday, October 16 The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities (SCGSAH) and the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) are hosting Two Paths to…
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John de la Howe alumni to gather Oct. 13 for biennial Homecoming
October 8, 2018Photo: The Lethe site, where Dr. John de la Howe established his home and farm, features historical signs designating Lethe’s buildings. The John de la Howe School will hold…
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John de la Howe alumni to gather Oct. 13 for biennial Homecoming
October 8, 2018Photo: The Lethe site, where Dr. John de la Howe established his home and farm, features historical signs designating Lethe’s buildings. The John de la Howe School will hold…
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Top-level executives plan unprecedented advanced manufacturing forum in South Carolina
October 5, 2018Top-level executives from some of South Carolina’s largest and most influential companies are coming together in Greenville on Oct. 9 for an unprecedented forum on how higher education can best…
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Top-level executives plan unprecedented advanced manufacturing forum in South Carolina
October 5, 2018
Top-level executives from some of South Carolina’s largest and most influential companies are coming together in Greenville on Oct. 9 for an unprecedented forum on how higher education can best…
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National Blue Ribbon School honors for five South Carolina schools
October 3, 2018
South Carolina Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman has announced that five South Carolina schools were recognized by the United States Department of Education as 2018 National Blue Ribbon Schools. “I…
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Pastides announces retirement as USC president
October 3, 2018
After a decade of service as president and leading the University of South Carolina through an unprecedented period of growth and success, President Harris Pastides announced Wednesday (Oct. 3) that…
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GSSM celebrates 18 National Merit Semifinalists
October 2, 2018
Eighteen students from the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) are among the 16,000 semifinalists named in the 64th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically accomplished…
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Tigerville Elementary wins National Blue Ribbon Award; 15th Blue Ribbon School in GCS history
October 2, 2018U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos today recognized five South Carolina schools as National Blue Ribbon Schools for 2018, including Tigerville Elementary in Taylors, S.C. The recognition is based on schools’ overall…
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Greenville Technical College and The Citadel collaborate on transfer program for business students
October 2, 2018Greenville Technical College (GTC) and The Citadel have signed an articulation agreement enabling GTC students to enroll online at The Citadel’s Tommy and Victoria Baker School of Business, a division…
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USC Upstate’s Wells Fargo Speaker Series to feature the hotel industry
October 2, 2018The George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics at the University of South Carolina Upstate will host Scott Taber, senior vice president of rooms for the Four Seasons…
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BFGoodrich Tires Teams Up with Automotive Engineering Students to Design and Build Sustainable Rallycross Car
October 2, 2018
BFGoodrich® Tires is helping the next generation of automotive engineers design a rallycross car that’s both powerful and sustainable. The Clemson University International Center for Automotive Research’s (CU-ICAR) “Deep Orange” program immerses graduate…
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Connors to receive Helminthological Society of Washington’s Anniversary Award
October 2, 2018
Dr. Vincent A. Connors, professor of biology at the University of South Carolina Upstate and executive editor of “Comparative Parasitology,” is this year’s recipient of the Helminthological Society of Washington’s Anniversary…
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President Ronnie L. Booth announces retirement
October 2, 2018
Tri-County Technical College President Dr. Ronnie L. Booth announced his plans for retirement effective June 30, 2019, at a faculty/staff meeting Monday afternoon. Dr. Booth, who was named the third…
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USC Upstate’s Wells Fargo Speaker Series to feature the hotel industry
October 2, 2018
The George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics at the University of South Carolina Upstate will host Scott Taber, senior vice president of rooms for the Four Seasons…
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Furman University Psychology Professor Onarae Rice receives Role Model award
October 1, 2018
Furman University Associate Professor of Neuroscience Onarae Rice was honored as a Minority Access National Role Model at the 19thNational Role Models Conference held Sept. 28-30 in National Harbor, Maryland.…
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Spartanburg Community College Foundation elects new members and officers to the board of directors
September 26, 2018
The Spartanburg Community College Foundation recently elected new members and executive committee officers to the board of directors. Established in 1983, the SCC Foundation exists toseek private and public resources…
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O’Neal Inc. hires controls engineer
September 26, 2018
O’Neal Inc., a Greenville-based integrated design and construction firm, has hired Michael Dolan as Controls Engineer. Dolan previously served in the United States Army as a Cargo Helicopter Pilot and…
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