Meet the new Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts Foundation, Tim McClain
February 25, 2016
Timothy McClain has been named Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) Foundation in Greenville, SC. In this role, Mr. McClain will manage the organization’s fundraising operations…
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Spring language classes at Upstate International start soon!
February 24, 2016
Jump into spring with a language course at Upstate International! Learning a new language is known to increase brain size and functionality, so whether you want to learn for work,…
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Pam Wessel, Business Relations Director, Greenville Health System
February 24, 2016
UpstateBizBizSC Podcast Series’ mission is to support leadership in Giving Back, Diversity, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Education, the Knowledge Economy and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with…
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Meet the new Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts Foundation, Tim McClain
February 24, 2016Timothy McClain has been named Executive Director of the Governor’s School for the Arts (GSA) Foundation in Greenville, SC. In this role, Mr. McClain will manage the organization’s fundraising operations…
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Business school’s information systems research ranked 11th in U.S.
February 24, 2016
Clemson University’s management department in the College of Business and Behavioral Science is ranked 11thnationally for its information systems research productivity, according to the University of Texas-Dallas. UT-Dallas is widely…
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SMU professor to speak March 3 for PBK lecture
February 24, 2016
Wofford chapter celebrating 75th anniversary in 2016 Dr. Harold W. Stanley, the Geurin-Pettus Distinguished Chair in American Politics and Political Economy at Southern Methodist University, will be the featured…
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Duke Energy’s Strategic Services lead A.R. Mullinax to retire May 1
February 24, 2016
A.R. Mullinax, Duke Energy’s executive vice president of Strategic Services, announced Tuesday he would retire from the company effective May 1. Mullinax, 61, has worked for Duke Energy and its…
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Four BJU graphic design students win Addy® Awards
February 23, 2016
Four Bob Jones University graphic design students were presented the ADDY® Award for Creative Excellence by the Greenville Chapter of the American Advertising Federation on Sat., Feb. 20. The four…
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Clemson alumni honored with college awards
February 23, 2016
The annual College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences (CAFLS) Alumni Reception and Awards kicked off at the South Carolina AgriBiz and Farm Expo in Florence on Jan. 12. Many…
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Furman University among top producers of U.S. Fulbright Scholars in 2015-16
February 23, 2016When it comes to sending its graduates around the world to teach and conduct research as prestigious Fulbright Scholars, Furman University is once again among the very best in the…
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Furman French Professor Marianne Bessy publishes book about depiction of migration in French film
February 22, 2016
Furman University Associate Professor of French Dr. Marianne Bessy has published a new book which examines representations of migration in contemporary French cinema. The book, a multi-author essay collection co-directed…
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Bob Jones University hosting “We Stand Together”
February 22, 2016
Project to benefit Greenville Cancer Society Bob Jones University is hosting “We Stand Together” onTuesday, Feb. 23, in the Davis Field House on the BJU campus. “We Stand Together”…
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USC Upstate to Host 12th Annual Upstate Spelling Bee on March 19
February 22, 2016
More than 80 students from Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union Counties will take to the stage at the University of South Carolina Upstate on Saturday, March 19, 2016, to vie for…
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Diversity conference to focus on ‘Developing Cultural Responsiveness’
February 22, 2016
The 22nd annual Diversity Conference will be held on Tuesday, March 22 in the Sansbury Campus Life Center Ballroom at the University of South Carolina Upstate with a theme of…
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Furman Education Professor Katie Stover co-authors book
February 18, 2016Assistant Professor of Education Katie Stover has co-authored a book about writing targeted for teachers of grades 3-12. The book, Smuggling Writing: Strategies That Get Students to Write Every Day,…
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Paul Robeson: Life story of famed performer and civil rights activist offers relevant message for today’s audiences
February 17, 2016
Paul Robeson, a musical and spoken portrayal of the world-famous scholar, actor, singer, lawyer, all-American athlete and civil rights activist, comes to Chapman Cultural Center Saturday, Feb. 27, 2016, at…
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If you saw it in the movies, it’s a mouse click away from your closet
February 17, 2016
Draping yourself in what the stars wear can be a few mouse clicks away from it hanging in your closet, thanks to a Clemson University entrepreneur’s business startup. Whatever the…
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Furman University ranked among top five colleges for “Makings an Impact”
February 15, 2016
Furman University, long recognized for its commitment to community service, student engagement and sustainability, has been rated among the nation’s top five schools for “making an impact” in a newly-released…
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Students will gain cybersecurity skills in new Clemson center
February 15, 2016
It’s nearly impossible to watch the news or read the front page without seeing a story about cybersecurity. Hacking, data breaches and constant threats to networks and services have created…
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Clemson engineering program for careers in energy management now offered at Lowcountry Graduate Center
February 15, 2016
To meet the growing demand for engineers with knowledge in energy-related fields, Clemson University now offers a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering with an emphasis in power engineering…
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Tri-County offers CEU classes for paramedics/EMTs at $25 per course
February 15, 2016
Paramedics and EMTs who need to complete continuing education requirements to maintain their professional credentials can take classes at Tri-County Technical College for just $25 per course. Throughout the year,…
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Eighth Annual State of Oconee Luncheon scheduled for February 19, 2016
February 15, 2016
Education Matters is the slogan and focus on this year’s State of Oconee luncheon, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 19 at Walhalla High School. This event is presented…
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TD Charitable Foundation supports Wofford’s ‘Growing Greener’ program
February 15, 2016
Donation assists with partnership of Goodall Environmental Studies Center, Boys and Girls Clubs of Upstate The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, has donated more…
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Clemson Extension expands agribusiness program
February 12, 2016
The Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service has hired two agricultural economists to buoy the expansion of an agribusiness assistance program at the university’s Sandhill Research and Education Center (REC) in Columbia.…
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Excerpt Pollster Peter Hart to conduct focus group on SC Republican voters Thursday, Feb. 10
February 11, 2016Riley Institute at Furman, WYFF 4 to livestream event With the South Carolina Republican primary less than two weeks away, the Riley Institute at Furman University will team up…
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Furman education professor Paul Thomas co-edits new book
February 11, 2016Furman University education professor Paul Thomas has published a new book about renowned Japanese writer Haruki Murakami. The 158-page volume, Challenging Authors: Haruki Murakami (Sense Publishers), is co-edited by Matthew…
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Artists featured at Greenville Technical College to celebrate African-American History Month
February 11, 2016As part of African-American History Month, the Greenville Technical College (GTC) Library will host a celebration of young visual artists from Greenville. Their work will be displayed from Monday, February…
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Science & Mathematics Governor’s School Student Art Exhibition
February 10, 2016The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics’ (GSSM) Art in the Interim and Open Art Studio student artwork will be on exhibition at the Drs. Bruce and Lee…
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Clemson University names chief diversity officer
February 10, 2016
Clemson University has named Lee A. Gill, J.D., a 20-year higher education veteran, to serve as its Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) and special assistant to the president for inclusive excellence,…
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O’Rourke named Clemson vice president for development, alumni relations
February 10, 2016
Clemson alumnus Brian J. O’Rourke of Greenville has been named vice president for Development and Alumni Relations at Clemson University and will serve on the executive leadership team reporting to…
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U.S. Engine Valve donation
February 9, 2016U.S. Engine Valve/Nittan Valve made a $20,000 donation to the Tri-County Technical College Foundation to purchase two DEPCO ER2U robots for the Corporate and Community Education Division’s Mechatronics program. …
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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Williamson honored as State Employee of the Year by S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government
February 9, 2016
The S.C. Association of Regional Councils of Government named James C. “Jimmie” Williamson, Ph.D., president of the SC Technical College System, as State Employee of the Year. Williamson was recognized…
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TransformSC schools and districts using technology to personalize learning
February 5, 2016
National and state experts give educators support to scale blended learning Educators gathered at the Center for Advanced Technical Studies in Chapin to advance the use of blended learning…
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RN, LPN Grads’ NCLEX Exam scores exceed state, national pass rates
February 3, 2016
Tri-County Technical College’s RN and LPN graduates’ performance on state board exams exceed both state and national pass rates, according to a year-to-date report released by the SC Board of…
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USC Upstate plans downtown Greenville location
February 3, 2016
SPARTANBURG, SC – The University of South Carolina Upstate will hold a media announcement on Monday, February 8 at 11:00 a.m. at 501 River Street to unveil plans for an additional…
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Retired pilot inspires aircraft maintenance students as he donates aircraft
February 2, 2016
Captain William Wilkerson and his wife, Tisa, have donated a 1952 Cessna 195 aircraft to the Aircraft Maintenance Technology program at Greenville Technical College (GTC). The plane will be used…
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Columbia University professor, author to present inaugural Chapman Lecture in the Humanities at Wofford
February 2, 2016
Mazower to discuss ‘Crisis of European Union’ Monday, Feb. 8 SPARTANBURG, SC – Columbia University professor Dr. Mark Mazower will present the inaugural Chapman Lecture in the Humanities at Wofford College…
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Wofford featured in Princeton Review’s ‘Colleges That Pay You Back: 2016 Edition’
February 2, 2016
Wofford College is one of the nation’s best colleges for students seeking a superb education with great career preparation and at an affordable price, according to The Princeton Review (www.princetonreview.com).…
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Riley Institute at Furman to co-present SC Energy Forum in Charleston Feb. 5
February 2, 2016
CHARLESTON, SC – An in-depth discussion about three of the major energy issues facing South Carolina will take center stage when the eighth annual Law & Society Symposium is held…
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Gene Haas Foundation supports Advanced Manufacturing Education at Greenville Technical College
February 1, 2016
The Gene Haas Foundation has donated $25,000 to Greenville Technical College to support scholarships for students pursuing advanced manufacturing training through the college’s Corporate and Career Development Division. “We are…
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Columbia University professor, author to present inaugural Chapman Lecture in the Humanities at Wofford
February 1, 2016
Mazower to discuss ‘Crisis of European Union’ Monday, Feb. 8 SPARTANBURG, SC – Columbia University professor Dr. Mark Mazower will present the inaugural Chapman Lecture in the Humanities at Wofford…
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Tri-County Technical College named as one of top 150 in the country
January 28, 2016
Highlighting the critical importance of improving student success in America’s community colleges, the Aspen Institute College Excellence Program named Tri-County Technical College as one of the nation’s top 150 community…
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Joshua Strubel to serve as intern for Senator Tim Scott
January 27, 2016
Joshua Strubel, a junior engineering major at Bob Jones University, has been selected as an intern for U.S. Senator Tim Scott’s office in Greenville. Strubel, a resident of Mauldin, will…
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Tri-County first in state to offer community paramedic training
January 26, 2016
The first Community Paramedic Training program in the state will be offered by Tri-County Technical College beginning February 9 at the College’s Easley Campus. The course will be held on…
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Goeglein to speak at Presidential Leadership Series
January 26, 2016
GREENVILLE, SC – Steve Pettit, president of Bob Jones University, announced that Tim Goeglein will headline the BJU Presidential Leadership Series Thursday, Feb. 11. Goeglein’s address, “Faith in the Halls…
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Carolina Day at the Statehouse set for Feb. 3
January 26, 2016
COLUMBIA, SC – A stronger University of South Carolina system means a stronger South Carolina. That’s the message alumni, students and supporters from the university’s eight campuses will take to…
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Mary Nell Anthony selected as GTCHS Principal
January 22, 2016
Dr. Robert Nash, Chairman of the Board Of Directors of Greenville Tech Charter High School, announced the selection of Mary Nell Anthony to fill the position of school Principal beginning…
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Unsung Heroes recognized at Greenville Tech
January 21, 2016
Greenville Technical College recognized members of the community and the college who act unselfishly in service to others. This year, the Unsung Heroes awards event was held on January 19,…
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Spartanburg Community College announces Educator of the Year Award recipients
January 21, 2016
Spartanburg Community College has chosen exemplary faculty and staff members to receive South Carolina Technical Education Association (SCTEA) awards. Each year, SCC’s faculty and staff submit nominations for colleagues who…
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