Hand honored by Greenville Literacy Association
September 27, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC- Steve Hand, director of the Quick Jobs with a Future program at Greenville Technical College, received the 2016 Community Service Award from Greenville Literacy Association (GLA) in September.…
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Duke Energy offers Palmetto State teachers $200,000 for literacy, STEM projects
September 26, 2016Duke Energy is partnering with DonorsChoose.org to help South Carolina teachers develop projects that enhance childhood literacy and foster a growing interest in science and technology fields. Through a $200,000…
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Furman University Provost announces $225, 000 NSF Grant for MURCURY Program
September 22, 2016Dr. George Shields, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost at Furman University, announced today that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded a $225,000 grant to the Molecular Education…
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Clemson study shows fracking resulted in lower mortgage defaults
September 22, 2016
Despite the negativity many associate with fracking, the controversial technique for extracting oil and natural gas from the earth had a positive impact on mortgage defaults in areas where fracking…
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Greenville Technical College cuts ribbon for new approach to manufacturing education
September 22, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Greenville Technical College (GTC) joined with Clemson University, Greenville County Schools, manufacturers, economic development leaders, officials from state and local government and the community to celebrate opening of…
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Entrepreneur honors his mentor with gift to the Greenville Tech Foundation
September 20, 2016
Carl and Diana Stecker have established a scholarship fund through the Greenville Tech Foundation. The Carroll and Billie Rushing Endowed Scholarship for Nursing Studies honors Carl’s mentor, Carroll J. Rushing,…
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Dr. Pastides’ State of the University speech
September 20, 2016
University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides delivered his annual State of the University address to the community on September 14. Thank you and good morning to all.…
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Dr. Pastides’ State of the University speech
September 20, 2016
University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides delivered his annual State of the University address to the community on September 14. Thank you and good morning to all.…
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Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan — The “Smart, Easy Way” to Save
September 19, 2016
September is National College Savings Month, and Treasurer Curtis Loftis wants to increase awareness among South Carolina families about the importance of saving early for college with a 529 plan.…
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Furman Political Science Professor Malici coauthors new book about U.S. Iran relations
September 19, 2016
Furman Political Science Professor Akan Malici has coauthored a new book about United States-Iran relations. The book, Role Theory and Role Conflict in U.S.-Iran Relations: Enemies of Our Own Making…
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SC Technical College System names new president
September 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education has named Dr. Tim Hardee to be the next president and executive director of the SC Technical College System.…
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SC Technical College System names new president
September 19, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – The State Board for Technical and Comprehensive Education has named Dr. Tim Hardee to be the next president and executive director of the SC Technical College System.…
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New lab equipment heats up clean-energy research at Clemson University
September 19, 2016
The gray, barrel-shaped instrument in Olin Hall may look like an oversized hot water heater, but what happens inside is helping South Carolina play a leading role in research that…
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Snow family to match up to $1 million to complete Clemson student recreation center
September 19, 2016
David and Lynette Snow of Darien, Connecticut, will match up to $1 million in funds raised through Clemson University’s student affairs advancement staff to complete the intramural field complex on…
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Clyburn floor statement on H.R. 295, to reauthorize the Historically Black Colleges And Universities Historic Preservation program
September 14, 2016
U.S. House Assistant Democratic Leader James E. Clyburn (SC) delivered the following statement during debate on H.R. 295, which passed the House unanimously by voice vote (as prepared for delivery):…
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Clemson alumni pledge $428,000 gift to improve campus security
September 14, 2016
Three Clemson alumni – Avtec CEO Michael T. Branning (Class of 1986); Donna Branning Thompson (1988); and Linda Branning Doherty (1992) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the…
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Rosalind Sallenger Richardson Center for the Arts topped out
September 13, 2016
Wofford College on Tuesday celebrated the topping out for the Rosalind Sallenger Richardson Center for the Arts. The event also acknowledged the economic impact of the project and the work…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Achieving the Dream at Greenville Technical College
September 12, 2016
A $12,500 gift from TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, America’s Most Convenient Bank® will support students through the Achieving the Dream (AtD) initiative at Greenville…
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Entrepreneurial business incubator opens in downtown Clemson
September 12, 2016
Clemson University undergraduates and faculty wanting to accelerate their business ideas from a vision to reality now have access to a business incubator in downtown Clemson. “The venture accelerator will…
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Clemson business school receives Nilpeter press valued at nearly $1 million
September 12, 2016
Clemson University’s nationally recognized graphic communications program just got better, thanks to a nearly $1 million gift-in-kind from one of the world’s leading manufacturers of dynamic printing solutions and technologies.…
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Clemson course to help food manufacturers meet federal requirements
September 11, 2016
South Carolina food manufacturers can receive needed federal certifications by completing the Better Process Control School offered by the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service this month. The course teaches canning and…
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Greenville Technical College offers open house for former ITT Tech students
September 8, 2016
An Open House will be held at Greenville Technical College to welcome former ITT Tech students to the college and to provide an overview of the admissions process. Two sessions…
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Lifelong learning at Wofford offers new slate of courses
September 8, 2016
Lifelong Learning at Wofford College is entering its second year with a new slate of classes for adult learners. The new eight-week session will run from Sept. 19 through Nov.…
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Wofford adds new majors, minors and programs International affairs, film and digital media, MENA and more offered
September 6, 2016
New majors, minors and programs are providing Wofford College students with courses of study that mirror changes in the world in which they live. Through courses added in the 2015-16…
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Bob Jones University to commemorate 9/11
September 6, 2016
On the fifteenth anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Bob Jones University will commemorate the 2,977 lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001, with a display of American flags at the…
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Furman History Professor publishes new book about civil war in El Salvador
September 6, 2016
Furman University History Professor Dr. Erik Ching has written a new book about civil war in El Salvador. Stories of Civil War in El Salvador: A Battle Over Memory is…
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Beeman to serve as assistant professor at BJU
September 5, 2016
Dr. Shellie Beeman will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as an assistant professor in the Division of Music in the School of Fine Arts and Communication. Beeman…
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Walter to join English Faculty at BJU
September 5, 2016
Kelly Walter will serve as an English instructor in the Division of English Language and Literature in the College of Arts and Sciences at Bob Jones University this fall. “Kelly…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics announces new faculty members
September 4, 2016
HARTSVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced new teaching faculty for the 2016-17 school year. GSSM is a two-year, public, residential high school…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics announces new faculty members
September 4, 2016
HARTSVILLE, SC – The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) announced new teaching faculty for the 2016-17 school year. GSSM is a two-year, public, residential high school…
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Dunn to serve as associate professor of Business Administration at BJU
September 1, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Dr. Adele Dunn will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as an associate professor of Business Administration in the School of Business. Dunn previously served…
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Baldor Electric donates to Greenville Tech Foundation
August 31, 2016
The foundation of Baldor Electric Company, a member of the ABB group, has donated $25,000 to the Greenville Tech Foundation. The fund created will provide scholarships for students enrolled in…
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Candice Chan named Dean of International Admissions
August 31, 2016
Furman University has announced the appointment of Candice Chan as Dean of International Admissions. Chan brings to Furman extensive experience in the field of international student enrollment as the university…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced business leaders to be inducted into South Carolina Business Hall of Fame
August 31, 2016Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced the names of three outstanding business leaders who will be inducted into the 33rd South Carolina Business Hall of Fame in 2017: •…
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Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced business leaders to be inducted into South Carolina Business Hall of Fame
August 31, 2016
Junior Achievement of Greater South Carolina announced the names of three outstanding business leaders who will be inducted into the 33rd South Carolina Business Hall of Fame in 2017: •…
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Wofford featured in Princeton Review’s ‘Best 381 Colleges’
August 30, 2016
Wofford College is one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education, according to The Princeton Review. The education services company features Wofford in the new 2017 edition of its…
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BJU summer camps reach record numbers
August 30, 2016
Bob Jones University’s 2016 summer camps saw the highest attendance numbers in their history. Both the EDUCamps and the Bruins Sports Camps saw significant increase in their attendance records. “I…
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2016 Workforce Development Salute to honor three major supporters
August 30, 2016
Greenville Tech Foundation’s annual event will raise funds for College Greenville Tech Foundation will host the 2016 Workforce Development Salute on October 27, 2016. The event emphasizes the importance of…
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The University of South Carolina sets new research award record
August 30, 2016
Led by projects like stroke recovery research and school improvement initiatives, the University of South Carolina set a new record this year for research and sponsored awards, bringing in more…
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The University of South Carolina sets new research award record
August 30, 2016
Led by projects like stroke recovery research and school improvement initiatives, the University of South Carolina set a new record this year for research and sponsored awards, bringing in more…
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The GSSM Foundation to lead Startsville, the Hartsville community’s downtown Innovation Center
August 30, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has entered a partnership with the City of Hartsville to open a new, off-campus entrepreneurship hub known as Startsville: the…
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The GSSM Foundation to lead Startsville, the Hartsville community’s downtown Innovation Center
August 30, 2016
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics Foundation has entered a partnership with the City of Hartsville to open a new, off-campus entrepreneurship hub known as Startsville: the…
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West to serve as assistant professor of Studio Art at BJU
August 24, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Amanda West will join the faculty of Bob Jones University as an assistant professor of Studio Art in the School of Fine Arts and Communication this fall.…
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Meyer Tool donates to Greenville Technical College
August 24, 2016
Meyer Tool has donated equipment to the Center for Manufacturing Innovation (CMI) that will provide tools for teaching students in the Mechatronics program. The Renishaw Equator Production Coordinate Measuring Machine…
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Riley Institute announces finalists for Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence
August 24, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the three finalists for the 2016 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence. The winner of the award will be…
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Riley Institute announces finalists for Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence
August 24, 2016GREENVILLE, SC – Furman University’s Riley Institute has announced the three finalists for the 2016 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for Excellence. The winner of the award will be…
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Hai Yao appointed to new Ernest R. Norville Endowed Chair in Biomedical Engineering
August 22, 2016
A Clemson University professor who plays a key role in bringing together some of South Carolina’s leading minds for bioengineering research is the new Ernest R. Norville Endowed Chair in…
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Wofford student named first SCICU Student of the Year
August 22, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – Victoria Biggers ’17 has been busy throughout her college career at Wofford College — pursuing majors in finance and economics, working in the college Admission Office, enjoying Greek…
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Batdorf will serve as assistant professor of science education at BJU
August 22, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Dr. Brad Batdorf will serve as assistant professor of science education in the School of Education at Bob Jones University this fall. Batdorf previously served as program…
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Von Lehe elected University of South Carolina board chairman
August 21, 2016
Charleston attorney John von Lehe was elected the new chairman of the University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees on Friday, Aug. 19. He replaces outgoing chairman Eugene P. Warr…
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