OLLI at Furman accepting applications for class 5, Senior Leaders Greenville
May 21, 2018
The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Furman is accepting applications through June 15 for Class 5, Senior Leaders Greenville. Launched in 2013, Senior Leaders Greenville is a program designed for adults…
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Wofford holds 164th Commencement Exercises
May 21, 2018
Dr. Douglas E. Wood, a 1990 Wofford College graduate and a senior fellow on justice and equity at the Aspen Institute, delivered the address at the college’s 164th Commencement Exercises…
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U.S. News and World Report: School District Five among the top in SC for college readiness
May 21, 2018
Lexington-Richland School District Five is a leader in South Carolina for preparing students for college, and two of its schools are ranked among the top high schools in the state…
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YMCA of Columbia Swim Lessons Create Strong Swimmers and Confident Kids
May 21, 2018
Lessons help swimmers of all ages and skills develop a lifelong love of swimming May is National Water Safety Month, and the perfect time to get children involved in swim…
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BJU names Alan Benson as Vice President for Student Development and Discipleship
May 21, 2018
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit announced the appointment of Alan Benson of Streamwood, Illinois, as vice president for student development and discipleship effective Monday, July 23. Benson will oversee…
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Columbia College inaugurates the Women’s Business Center of South Carolina
May 18, 2018
The Women-driven Community has a Common Purpose to Add Jobs, Increase Revenue and Achieve Economic Independence Columbia College celebrates the establishment of the Women’s Business Center of South Carolina, a hub…
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Pelion Middle teachers named National Geographic ambassadors
May 18, 2018Pelion Middle’s Laura D. Beckham and Brandy V. Wood have not only empowered their students to use geography to solve problems, but they will also train other educators in the…
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Pelion Middle teachers named National Geographic ambassadors
May 18, 2018
Pelion Middle’s Laura D. Beckham and Brandy V. Wood have not only empowered their students to use geography to solve problems, but they will also train other educators in the…
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Savannah River National Laboratory and Clemson University appoint joint faculty member for environmental remediation
May 17, 2018Savannah River National Laboratory and Clemson University have appointed Dr. Brian Powell to a joint faculty position to advance research on environmental remediation and radioactive waste disposal. In this position, Dr. Powell…
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Richland One teacher named SC’s 2018 Outstanding Biology Teacher
May 16, 2018
Dale Jacobs is passionate about learning and loves to share her passion for biology with her students. The Lower Richland High School teacher was recently named 2018 Outstanding Biology Teacher in…
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Two South Carolina school leaders receive top honors
May 16, 2018Chesterfield County School District’s Superintendent, Dr. J. Harrison Goodwin, has been named the 2019 South Carolina Superintendent of the Year, and Richland School District Two’s Chief Instructional Officer, Mrs. Nancy…
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Carolina Springs Middle’s ‘Mom’ wins state award
May 16, 2018Carolina Springs Middle’s Jill A. Ford is the newest recipient of the Betty Blanton Educational Office Professional of the Year award from the South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals.…
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Carolina Springs Middle’s ‘Mom’ wins state award
May 16, 2018
Carolina Springs Middle’s Jill A. Ford is the newest recipient of the Betty Blanton Educational Office Professional of the Year award from the South Carolina Association of Educational Office Professionals.…
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Treasurer Curtis Loftis announces return of PalmettoBaby $529 College Savings Grants
May 15, 2018State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan would again celebrate National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) with its PalmettoBaby Grant Program. The annual program, which…
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Furman University Board of Trustees approves faculty promotions, tenure; four new members to join board
May 14, 2018
During its spring meeting Saturday, the Furman University Board of Trustees approved promotions and/or tenure for 13 faculty members; four new members will join the board July 1. The trustees also granted…
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Spartanburg Community College honors 2018 State Service Award recipients and retirees
May 14, 2018
Spartanburg Community College recently honored employees and retirees for their years of service to South Carolina and the College, as well as individuals who have been selected for special honors…
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NASA astronaut, administrator Charles Bolden gifts personal collection to USC
May 14, 2018
The personal archive of South Carolina astronaut and retired NASA administrator Charles F. Bolden Jr. has found a new home at the University of South Carolina. The Charles F. Bolden…
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School District Five announces associate principal at Irmo High School
May 10, 2018
School administrator Jay Clark has been named associate principal at Irmo High School. Clark will join Dr. Robin Hardy, who takes over as principal after David Riegel announced plans to…
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School District Five announces Teacher of the Year, Support Employee of the Year
May 10, 2018Lexington-Richland School District Five announced its new Teacher of the Year and Support Employee of the Year during a May 9 ceremony. Ali Hendrick and Barrett Isbell Ali…
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More than 2,200 degrees, diplomas, and certificates awarded at Midlands Technical College Commencement
May 10, 2018
Midlands Technical College (MTC) awarded more than 2,200 degrees, diplomas, and certificates to students from more than 100 academic programs during its commencement May 9, 2018, at the Colonial Life…
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Corey Evans receives Tri-County Technical College’s Presidential Medallion for Instructional Excellence
May 10, 2018
Corey Evans, an instructor in the Humanities department who also teaches developmental English and college skills classes for the Comprehensive Studies department, was honored May 7 with the highest award…
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Today is the beginning of next chapter in your lives, Boeing Executive tells Tri-County’s Class of 2018
May 10, 2018
Today is just the beginning of the next chapter in your lives, Tommy Preston, a Pickens County native who serves as director of National Strategy and Engagement and Government Operations…
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Greenville Technical Charter High School is nationally recognized
May 10, 2018In its 2018 review, U. S. News and World Report recognizes Greenville Technical Charter High School (GTCHS) as one of its U. S. News Best High Schools. The Best High…
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Denise Bailey receives Distinguished Alumni Award
May 10, 2018
When Denise Bailey graduated from Tri-County Technical College’s Accounting program in 2004, she narrowed her entry-level career options down to two areas in public accounting –tax or audit compliance. She…
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Wartime chaplain building CIU’s chaplaincy program
May 10, 2018By Thomas S. Mullikin In the wake of a marked rise in both mental health and spiritual well-being issues – and a dearth of Christian outreach programs to deal…
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Wartime chaplain building CIU’s chaplaincy program
May 10, 2018
By Thomas S. Mullikin In the wake of a marked rise in both mental health and spiritual well-being issues – and a dearth of Christian outreach programs to deal…
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School District Five names new principal of Chapin High School
May 9, 2018
Veteran school administrator Michael Ames has been named the next principal of Chapin High School. Ames has been principal of Edisto High School since 2016, and previously served as an…
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School District Five names new director of adult education
May 9, 2018
Veteran school administrator Paula Wright has been named the new director of adult education for Lexington-Richland School District Five. Wright has served as assistant principal for instruction at Chapin High…
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Richland One announces principal appointment
May 9, 2018
Richland One announces that Linda Pratt has been appointed to serve as principal of Carver-Lyon Elementary School for the 2018-2019 school year. Pratt previously served as principal of Holiday Hill…
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Mother and Daughter Graduate Together, Begin New Phases of Their Lives
May 9, 2018
May 7 was a bittersweet day for Regina Wherry, 52, and Jasmine Brotemarkte, 22, a mother and daughter from Anderson who spent the last two years as Tri-County Technical College…
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Citadel Board of Visitors appoints Sams as interim president
May 9, 2018
Lt. Gen. John Sams to lead until new president, Walters, can join the college The Citadel Board of Visitors named Lt. Gen. John B. Sams, Jr., USAF (Ret.) as interim president effective…
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Pennsylvania student named Presidential International Scholar
May 8, 2018
“Para ti” are two simple Spanish words that mean “for you.” They may be simple words, but they are powerful and inspiring to Lydia Estes, a Wofford College sophomore who…
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SCSBA receives Medallion Award for Regional Advocacy Initiative
May 8, 2018The South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association celebrated the effectiveness programs and projects from across the state at its annual Rewards for Excellence awards ceremony on…
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SCSBA receives Medallion Award for Regional Advocacy Initiative
May 8, 2018
The South Carolina Chapter of the National School Public Relations Association celebrated the effectiveness programs and projects from across the state at its annual Rewards for Excellence awards ceremony on…
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Gilbert Primary welcomes new principal
May 7, 2018
At its April 17, 2018 Board Meeting, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hire of William H. Moody Jr. as Gilbert Primary School’s new principal…
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Columbia College and Midlands Technical College partner to create a distinctive nursing program
May 3, 2018Midlands Technical College (MTC) and Columbia College (CC) have formalized their unique nursing agreement that will allow a seamless transition for Columbia College students to earn Associates in Science Degree…
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TEDxUofSC announced; speaker nominations now open
May 3, 2018
The University of South Carolina announced Thursday (May 3) that it will host its inaugural TEDxUofSC Tuesday, Oct. 9. Licensed by TED, known for its popular “ideas worth spreading” concept, the university’s event…
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Wildcats win regional community service award
May 3, 2018Lexington High School’s Students In Action team recently won a regional community service award for putting others ahead of themselves. LHS received the Most Outstanding Team award for the Midlands…
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Wildcats win regional community service award
May 3, 2018Lexington High School’s Students In Action team recently won a regional community service award for putting others ahead of themselves. LHS received the Most Outstanding Team award for the Midlands…
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R2I2 educator recognized with Lemelson-MIT Excite Award
May 2, 2018R2I2 EDUCATOR RECOGNIZED WITH LEMELSON-MIT EXCITE AWARD COLUMBIA, S.C. — Richland Two Institute of Innovation (R2i2) educator, Kirstin Bullington, was recently awarded a Lemelson-MIT Excite Award. This award is given…
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School District Five leaders named Magnet Schools of America Superintendent, Principal of the Year
May 2, 2018
Two Lexington-Richland School District Five leaders have earned national titles. Dr. Stephen Hefner has been named National Superintendent of the Year by Magnet Schools of America (MSA), while Spring Hill…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Midlands educator for financial literacy efforts
May 1, 2018From left, Brennan Elementary Principal Mark Shea, Assistant Principal Janet Kelley, State Treasurer Curtis Loftis, and School Counselor Diane Ryan. South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis recently recognized Diane…
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College of Charleston MBA program ranked No. 1 in nation for job placement
April 30, 2018
The College of Charleston School of Business MBA program has ranked first in the country for job placement, according to U.S. News & World Report. The College’s accelerated one-year MBA program tied for…
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Charleston County School District & CCPL join forces for summer reading programs
April 30, 2018
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 Library’s…
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UofSC graduates celebrate May commencement
April 30, 2018
Thousands of University of South Carolina students from around the system will participate in annual spring commencement ceremonies, with USC Columbia ceremonies taking place Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12 in…
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Columbia International University leading the way for Monticello Road economic development
April 27, 2018
Columbia International University is joining with community leaders for a revitalization of the Monticello Road corridor beginning with the groundbreaking of the $20 million William H. Jones Global Business &…
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Richland One students awarded National Merit Scholarships
April 26, 2018
Two Richland One high school seniors are among the 16 South Carolina students awarded corporate-sponsored 2018 National Merit Scholarships. Richland One congratulates Peyton Bell of A.C. Flora High School and Jackson…
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World’s largest wind turbine, to be tested by Clemson, wins engineering award
April 25, 2018
MHI Vestas recently was awarded the Silver Medal in the category of renewable energy at the prestigious Edison Awards for its 9.5 megawatt offshore wind turbine, which it will test at Clemson…
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LR joins Koinonia of Columbia to host Earth Day event
April 25, 2018Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Columbia Center and Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary partnered with Koinonia of Columbia on Friday, April 20, to host the second annual Earth Day event. Community members gathered to…
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Whitesides’ Haecherl becomes newest CCSD Teacher of the Year
April 25, 2018Stephanie Haecherl’s (HECK-ruhl) 10th year in education is probably going to be the most memorable of her career thus far. That’s because she was named the 2018 Charleston County School…
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