School of Architecture launches hybrid option for Ph.D. in Design and the Built Environment
February 25, 2025
Clemson University’s School of Architecture announced a new hybrid option in the Ph.D. in Design and the Built Environment (DBE) program. The new option provides greater flexibility for working professionals…
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Clemson University Trustee David E. Dukes ’81 pledges distinguished professorship to the John E. Walker Department of Economics
February 25, 2025
Clemson University Board of Trustees member David E. Dukes ’81 and his wife Karen Royster Dukes ’82 have made a generous gift that will increase the University’s engaged impact across…
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Wilkerson family pledge creates endowment for premier lecture series
February 25, 2025
The Clemson University community will have the opportunity to engage with the world’s finest thinkers and influencers thanks to a generous gift from Clemson Board of Trustees Chair Kim Wilkerson…
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Clemson University launches historic capital campaign to raise $1.889 billion
February 25, 2025
Clemson University embarks on its most ambitious capital campaign to date, Fiercely Forward: A Campaign for Clemson. With a goal of $1.889 billion, the Fiercely Forward capital campaign positions Clemson to remain steadfast in…
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Columbia educator surprised with $25,000 Milken Award
February 20, 2025
Forest Lake Elementary School’s lead interventionist Keighley (pronounced “KAY-lee”) George thought she was attending a schoolwide assembly this morning in honor of a visit from State Department of Education officials, but instead, she received a heartwarming surprise. George was presented with the Milken Educator Award,…
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Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball
February 20, 2025
Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball Furman University presented a number of major awards at its annual Bell Tower Ball Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025. Under the glow…
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Greenville Technical College appoints Dr. Shadai Wilburn as dean of Educational Opportunity Programs
February 19, 2025
Dr. Shadai Wilburn, a seven-year employee at Greenville Technical College, has been named dean of Educational Opportunity Programs. These programs include Academic Coaching and Tutoring, ASPIRE, TRIO Upward Bound, and…
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America the Beautiful on full display at Upcountry History Museum
February 13, 2025
Visitors will be transported to treasured landscapes across the country in “Clyde Butcher’s America the Beautiful” exhibition opening at the Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, on…
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Scholarship expands to Bamberg County
February 11, 2025
A transformational scholarship that eliminates the financial barrier to college for high-achieving students with demonstrated financial need students is now available in Bamberg County. The Meeting Street Scholarship Fund offers…
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SC Council on Competitiveness, IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina announce statewide robotics education partnership
February 11, 2025
South Carolina Council on Competitiveness (SC Competes), IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina (USC) announced a new partnership aimed at inspiring the next generation of innovators through robotics education.…
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Fine Arts Center welcomes Elizabeth Dalton as Executive Director of Fine Arts Center Partners amid 50th anniversary celebration
February 10, 2025
The Fine Arts Center announced Elizabeth Dalton as the new Executive Director of the Fine Arts Center Partners, the nonprofit dedicated to supporting and promoting the Fine Arts Center. Dalton’s…
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Converse University announces Dr. Will Case as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
February 10, 2025
Converse University has appointed Dr. Will Case to serve as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs for Converse University, effective immediately. Case joined Converse in 2015 as an assistant…
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SCETV President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell re-elected to America’s Public Television Stations Board of Trustees and elected Professional Vice Chair
February 10, 2025
South Carolina ETV and Public Radio President and CEO Adrienne Fairwell has been re-elected to the America’s Public Television Stations (APTS) Board of Trustees and selected as the Professional Vice…
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Converse University announces Dr. Will Case as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
February 5, 2025
Converse University has appointed Dr. Will Case to serve as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective immediately. Case joined Converse in 2015 as an assistant professor of chemistry…
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Upcountry History Museum receives grant to digitize files
February 4, 2025
The Upcountry History Museum – Greenville County, a Smithsonian Affiliate, announced that it has been awarded a grant from the South Carolina State Historical Records Advisory Board’s regrant program to…
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Greenville’s educational attainment continues to rise
February 4, 2025
New data released by the Lumina Foundation shows that Greenville is making significant progress toward its goal of 60% of working-age adults (25-64 years old) holding a post-secondary credential, certification…
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10X Digital announces Jena Patel as latest Digital Marketing Scholarship winner
February 4, 2025
10X Digital announced Jena Patel as the latest recipient of the 10X Digital Marketing Scholarship. The scholarship is awarded to students who exhibit a strong passion for digital marketing and…
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Upstate community leaders champion women’s heart health
February 3, 2025
American Heart Association announces its 2025 Go Red for Women® leadership The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, has welcomed ten Upstate women to…
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South Carolina State Fair opens applications for 2025 College Scholarships
February 3, 2025
$500,000 in scholarship funds are available for high school seniors statewide now through March 15 The South Carolina State Fair, a self-supporting 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, announced the opening of applications for…
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Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Awards latest recipient
January 30, 2025
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization is pleased to announce the recipient of its latest scholarship, Ellyce Butuyan. This scholarship— in honor of the late Ted Rollins —is awarded…
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USC Palmetto College launches “Legacy Societies” to honor philanthropic contributions
January 30, 2025
The University of South Carolina Palmetto College announced the establishment of new legacy societies across its campuses to recognize and honor the exceptional generosity of its donors. These societies celebrate…
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Twenty-two Fellows selected for 2025 South Carolina Afterschool Leaders Empowered (SCALE) Fellowship
January 30, 2025
SCALE equips emerging afterschool and expanded learning leaders with the resources, frameworks, partnerships, and curriculum-curating skills to advance education programming in South Carolina. Twenty-two afterschool and summer program leaders…
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South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership hosts Gala celebrating SC Educator Hall of Fame inductees, distinguished SC Public School Graduates, and the distinguished Public Education Impact Award Recipient
January 30, 2025
The South Carolina Foundation for Educational Leadership, South Carolina Association of School Administrators’ (SCASA) non-profit arm, is hosting its eighth annual gala on Friday, April 4, 2025, to celebrate this…
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Furman University adopts Okanagan Charter for wellbeing
January 29, 2025
Furman University has adopted the Okanagan Charter, an international agreement adopted by 32 other U.S. campuses who have pledged to integrate health and wellbeing into all aspects of campus life.…
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SC Launch Inc. announces investment in Storybutton
January 28, 2025
South Carolina Research Authority’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc., has invested $250,000 in Storybutton. The Indian Land-based startup developed an audio platform and player for children that allows them to listen…
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The Greenville Tech Foundation announces new board officers and welcomes new board members
January 28, 2025
The Greenville Tech Foundation announced the election of board officers and the addition of three board members. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and leadership to the Foundation, further…
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Meyer Center for Special Children welcomes new board members
January 23, 2025
The Meyer Center for Special Children announced the addition of four distinguished individuals to its Board of Directors: Jake Fischer, Kate Little, Hall Todd, and Joseph Williams. These new members…
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Clemson program ranked #1 among national online graduate education programs
January 22, 2025
U.S. News & World Report has ranked the Clemson University College of Education as the #1 online graduate education program in the nation in 2025. Master’s programs across all three departments in the…
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10th annual African American History Month art exhibition at Greenville Technical College Library features the work of Creative Soul Photography
January 21, 2025
A February 2025 art exhibition at the Greenville Technical College library in celebration of African American History Month will feature the work of Regis and Kahran Bethencourt of Creative Soul…
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US News rankings: USC’s online nursing master’s remains No. 1 in the nation
January 21, 2025
For the fifth straight year, the University of South Carolina’s College of Nursing is ranked No. 1 in the country for its online master’s in nursing program, according to U.S.…
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“The Road to Possibilities – An Opportunity Fair!” will provide resources for students with disabilities on February 6, 2025
January 20, 2025
The Greenville County School District, in partnership with The Barbara Stone Foundation, is hosting a resource fair, “The Road to Possibilities—An Opportunity Fair!”, on Thursday, February 6th, from 5:30 p.m.…
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Greenville Technical College dedicates executive board room to Paul and Ann Batson while celebrating their record of service
January 17, 2025
A donation from Paul and Ann Batson allowed an extensive renovation of Greenville Technical College’s executive board room to be completed in fall 2024. Changes included new furniture and state-of-the-art…
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USC’s economic impact continues growing across SC, new study finds
January 16, 2025
The University of South Carolina system has a $7.4 billion annual impact on the state’s economy, a new study released Thursday (Jan. 16) found. The study, conducted by the Darla…
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Greenville Technical College named a Clemson Distinguished Partner
January 15, 2025
The College of Education at Clemson University has presented Greenville Technical College with a 2024 Distinguished Partner of the Year Award along with Tri-County Technical College. The award recognizes partnerships…
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PJ Morton to headline 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration
January 14, 2025
The Division of Community, Engagement, Belonging and Access has announced several events to celebrate the 43rd annual 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Month, with PJ Morton headlining this year’s…
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Clemson PRTM faculty member honored for career contributions to field of recreational therapy
January 14, 2025
Brandi Crowe, associate professor in the Clemson University Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (PRTM), was recently inducted as a Fellow of the National Academy of Recreational Therapists (NART)…
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SCRA Member Company’s motorcycle named to Designboom’s Top 10 Motorcycles of 2024
January 10, 2025
Real Motors’ Project: ARES motorcycle was named to designboom’s top 10 motorcycles of 2024. Real Motors became an SCRA Member Company in 2022 and has received a Project Development Fund Grant and an Acceleration Grant from…
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Fine Arts Center celebrates six students as YoungArts National Competition award winners
January 8, 2025The Fine Arts Center announced that six students have been honored as winners in the prestigious YoungArts National Competition. Six Fine Arts Center students were also selected last year for…
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Converse University receives $10K donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
January 8, 2025
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education Converse University has received $10,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to restore hope and help rebuild after Hurricane…
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Skip ’89 and Mitzi ’91 Gardiner support Nieri Department of Construction and Real Estate Development with $1 million unrestricted gift
January 6, 2025
Skip ’89 and Mitzi ’91 Gardiner have a clear vision for education — one rooted in humility, hard work and hands-on learning. Longtime Clemson supporters and proud alumni, the Gardiners…
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Greenville Technical College celebrates graduates at Commencement
December 20, 2024
Commencement for Greenville Technical College (GTC) graduates was held at the Greenville Convention Center on Friday, December 20. Included were 342 participants: 8 graduated with a bachelor’s degree, 12 military…
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Greenville Tech Foundation receives relief grant from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 19, 2024
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation awarded $10,000 to the Greenville Technical College STAR Center – Caring Corner Food Pantry to restore hope and help rebuild after Hurricane Helene devastated…
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Furman’s MLK Community Breakfast hosts political strategist L. Joy Williams
December 18, 2024
L. Joy Williams, a long-time political strategist and creator and host of the podcast “Sunday Civics,” will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 MLK Community Breakfast at Furman University…
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Converse receives $50,000 from Power:Ed to empower first-generation students
December 16, 2024
Converse University announced the recent award of $50,000 to fuel its First-Generation program by a grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. This resource will be applied…
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University of South Carolina releases economic forecast for 2025
December 16, 2024
The University of South Carolina Darla Moore School of Business, in partnership with the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, released the 2025 economic forecast at the 44th annual Economic Outlook…
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SC Senator Thomas Alexander and April Allen honored with the Roger Milliken Defender of Manufacturing Award
December 16, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) celebrated the remarkable leadership and achievements of Senator Thomas Alexander and April Allen on Thursday and presented them with its highest honor – the…
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Meyer Center’s 25th Annual Holiday Luncheon raises over $473,000 to empower children with disabilities
December 11, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Annual Holiday Luncheon & Silent Auction on December 5, 2024, at the Greenville Convention Center. Presented by United…
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SC Manufacturing Leadership Program graduates inaugural class
December 11, 2024The South Carolina Manufacturing Leadership Program (SCMLP) celebrated a major milestone with the graduation of its inaugural class at the 3rd Annual SC Manufacturing Summit on December 4, 2024.…
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SCICU receives $15,000 Scholarship Challenge Grant from Council of Independent Colleges
December 9, 2024
South Carolina Independent Colleges & Universities (SCICU) announced that it has been awarded a $15,000 Scholarship Challenge Grant from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). The proceeds of this grant…
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Converse announces new 2024-2025 Trustees
December 9, 2024Converse University welcomed six new members to its esteemed Board of Trustees: Valerie Dowling ’07, Ex Oficio, Director of the Women’s Democracy Network Shannon Givens Jaynes ’93, Community advocate and…
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