USC continues to climb in latest U.S. News rankings
September 12, 2017
Boosted by a growing reputation for academic excellence and research prowess, the University of South Carolina climbed several spots in the latest U.S. News and World Report’s undergraduate rankings publication…
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Milbuy named chief of police at Furman University
September 10, 2017
John Milby, who joined the Furman University police department in 2015, has been named chief of police. Milby was promoted to assistant director of police in 2016 and has served…
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Irmo Elementary teacher named finalist for 2017 National History Teacher of the Year Award
September 8, 2017
Irmo Elementary School first grade teacher Nicole Bishop has been announced as one of 10 finalists for the 2017 National History Teacher of the Year award. The award is presented…
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At Irmo High School, arts magnet provides another ‘source of pride’ for students, staff
September 7, 2017When Irmo High School launched its international arts magnet program during the 2014-2015 school year, it created a new lens through which teaching and learning occurs at the Lexington-Richland District…
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City of Cayce and Cayce Department of Public Safety partner with Lexington School District Two to provide resource officer for Cayce Elementary
September 6, 2017The City of Cayce and the Cayce Department of Public Safety are thrilled to announce its partnership with Lexington School District Two to provide a School Resource Officer (SRO) for the new Cayce Elementary School. Cayce…
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Lexington District One Adult Education graduates ready to ‘thrive’
September 5, 2017LEXINGTON, S.C. — Deborah Jefferson registered for classes at Rosenwald Community Learning Center this past April, 43 years since she last stepped inside a classroom. At the age of 58,…
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Lexington District One Adult Education graduates ready to ‘thrive’
September 5, 2017LEXINGTON, S.C. — Deborah Jefferson registered for classes at Rosenwald Community Learning Center this past April, 43 years since she last stepped inside a classroom. At the age of 58,…
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Page to serve as Chief of Staff
September 1, 2017
Bob Jones University President Steve Pettit today appointed Randy Page, director of Public Relations, to the newly created position of Chief of Staff. As Chief of Staff, Page is responsible…
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Amazon donated $15,000 in science lab materials to South Carolina Science Academy to excite student learning
September 1, 2017
Amazon donated $15,000 worth of science lab materials to South Carolina Science Academy on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. The donation helps supply the science lab with much-needed materials for…
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Crum to join Nursing Faculty at Bob Jones University
September 1, 2017
Kelly Crum will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as Professor in the Division of Nursing in the College of Arts and Science. Most recently, Crum served as…
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Midlands Technical College names top employees for 2017
August 31, 2017Barbara Church, Candice Geiger, Connie Hill, Emily Burns, Faye Gowans COLUMBIA, SC – Midlands Technical College (MTC) kicked off its Fall Semester by honoring its Employees of the Year for 2017. MTC President Dr.…
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District hires new Director of Communications
August 31, 2017
At a board meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 2017, Superintendent Dr. Baron R. Davis recommended and the Richland School District Two Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Ishmael T.…
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Three Richland School District Two Board members recognized for training
August 31, 2017Pictured above (left to right) Dr. Monica Elkins Johnson, Lindsay Agostini, and James Shadd receive their certificate and pins for their achievement at the 2017-2018 Boardsmanship Institute. Three Richland…
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Shoe to serve as Assistant Professor of Studio Art at BJU
August 31, 2017
Ross Shoe will return to Bob Jones University as Assistant Professor and Department Head of Studio Art in the School of Fine Arts and Communication this fall. “We are excited…
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Whited to join Education Faculty at BJU
August 31, 2017
Julia Hensler Whited will serve as Instructor in the Division of Teacher Education in the School of Education at Bob Jones University this fall. Whited previously served as adjunct faculty…
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Eric Bedingfield to begin work at Greenville Technical College
August 30, 2017
Eric Bedingfield will return to Greenville Technical College (GTC), where he earned an associate degree in mechanical engineering technology in 1988, to serve as government affairs liaison. A Michelin Tech…
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Trident Tech wins Southern Region Equity Award
August 30, 2017The Association of Community College Trustees has named Trident Technical College the recipient of the 2017 Southern Region Equity Award. The equity award recognizes the commitment made by a community…
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Three Lexington One board members earn SCSBA Level Two
August 30, 2017(L to R) Lexington County School District One Board Members Grady V. Harmon Jr., Anne Marie Green and Michael E. Anderson were honored by Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., and…
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Dutch Fork Elementary teacher named SC Project Learning Tree Outstanding Educator of the Year
August 29, 2017Dutch Fork Elementary School resident scientist Amy Umberger has been named the 2017 South Carolina Project Learning Tree (PLT) Jerry L. Shrum Outstanding Educator of the Year. She was selected…
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Watts to serve as Instructor of Teacher Education at BJU
August 29, 2017
Paula Watts will serve as Instructor in the Division of Teacher Education in the School of Education at Bob Jones University this fall. Watts previously served as a transition advisor…
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McKinney to serve as Assistant Professor of Biology at BJU
August 29, 2017
Dr. David McKinney will join the Bob Jones University faculty in the College of Arts and Science this fall as Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology of the Natural…
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Bob Jones University kicks off 91st year
August 28, 2017
Bob Jones University kicks off its 91st academic year Monday, Aug. 28, during the annual opening exercises beginning at 7 p.m. in the Founder’s Memorial Amphitorium. “We are looking forward to a…
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County of Lexington allocated additional $5 million for CDBG-DR efforts
August 28, 2017
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development allocated an additional $5 million to Lexington County REBOUND (REBuilding Our Neighborhoods after Disaster), the County’s Community Development Block Grant – Disaster…
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Richland One offers Golden Passes to senior citizens
August 27, 2017Senior citizens, Richland One has a great deal for you: Lunch for under $4.00 and free admission to district football games and other athletics events. Here’s how it works: Richland…
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Three Richland Two Schools in first cohort of Nationally Certified Magnet Schools
August 27, 2017
Three schools in Richland School District Two have met the criteria to become Nationally Certified Magnet Schools. Magnet Schools of America (MSA), the national association of magnet and theme-based schools,…
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District Five ranked as top school district in South Carolina
August 27, 2017
Niche.com has released its 2018 Best Schools in America rankings, and Lexington-Richland School District Five was named the number one school district in South Carolina. The website ranks over 10,000…
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Greenville Tech to host celebrity stylists for cosmetology continuing education class Nov. 6
August 27, 2017Greenville Technical College will host three industry celebrity stylists for its one-day cosmetology continuing education class, “Icons and Legends,” Monday, Nov. 6 at the Northwest Campus. Myron Daniels,…
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Irmo High School to induct first hall of fame class – September 9
August 27, 2017Irmo High School is set to commemorate its inaugural Hall of Fame class with a weekend of activities recognizing the accomplishments of five famed graduates. The induction ceremony will take…
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Alumni couple establishes new statewide teacher mentor award
August 27, 2017
ROCK HILL, SC – As South Carolina struggles with teacher retention rates, effective mentoring for current and future educators has become increasingly important. Jessie Williams Little ’73 and her husband,…
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Alumni couple establishes new statewide teacher mentor award
August 27, 2017
ROCK HILL, SC – As South Carolina struggles with teacher retention rates, effective mentoring for current and future educators has become increasingly important. Jessie Williams Little ’73 and her husband,…
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Casarow to serve as Associate Professor of Business Management at BJU
August 25, 2017
Dr. Stephen D. Casarow will join the Bob Jones University faculty this fall as an Associate Professor in the Division of Business Management in the School of Business. Casarow previously…
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East Point Academy awarded Distinguished Arts Program Grant
August 24, 2017The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has awarded East Point Academy (EPA) with the Arts Curricular Innovation Grant for fiscal year 2017-2018. The purpose of the Arts Curricular Innovation…
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Eubanks to serve as Assistant Professor at BJU
August 24, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Amber Eubanks will return to Bob Jones University this fall as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Music in the School of Fine Arts and Communication.…
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McCrum to serve as Assistant Professor of Teacher Education at BJU
August 24, 2017
GREENVILLE, SC – Dalila McCrum will serve as Assistant Professor of Teacher Education and the Early Childhood Education Program Coordinator in the School of Education at Bob Jones University this…
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USC breaks sponsored award funding record for the third consecutive year
August 23, 2017
The University of South Carolina faculty has — for the third year in a row — set a new record for sponsored award funding, garnering $253.6 million for research, training and service…
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USC breaks sponsored award funding record for the third consecutive year
August 23, 2017
The University of South Carolina faculty has — for the third year in a row — set a new record for sponsored award funding, garnering $253.6 million for research, training and service…
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Metal Mentors: industry organizations collaborate to support students and careers in metal working
August 23, 2017
FLORENCE, SC – ESAB Welding & Cutting Products announced three initiatives to support students and schools focused on skilled trade- and manufacturing-related careers. First, ESAB has announced the WeldItForward student and school…
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Metal Mentors: industry organizations collaborate to support students and careers in metal working
August 23, 2017
FLORENCE, SC – ESAB Welding & Cutting Products announced three initiatives to support students and schools focused on skilled trade- and manufacturing-related careers. First, ESAB has announced the WeldItForward student and school…
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MTC offers educational and job search resources to former V.C. summer employees and the community
August 22, 2017
Midlands Technical College (MTC) is hosting two community educational resource fairs for former employees at the V.C. Summer Plant and others within the community to receive help in their job…
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New Flex Start option allows for September start at Greenville Technical College
August 22, 2017
A new option at Greenville Technical College gives students the opportunity to begin classes on September 18 and create a full course schedule for University Transfer, business, transitional studies, nursing,…
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Governor Henry McMaster to speak at Bob Jones University
August 22, 2017
GREENVILLE, S.C. – South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster will address the Bob Jones University Public Policy Organization Tuesday, Sept. 5. The public is invited to attend the presentation. Beginning at…
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Bob Quinn, Executive Director, SCRA
August 22, 2017
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Education, Innovation and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with Bob Quinn, Executive…
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Bob Quinn, Executive Director, SCRA
August 22, 2017
The mission of the MidlandsBiz Podcast series is to support leadership in Education, Innovation and the Arts. Thanks to our Sponsor: A Conversation with Bob Quinn, Executive…
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Fluor Foundation Scholarships help women pursue construction careers
August 22, 2017The Fluor Foundation expanded its Craft Education Initiative in 2016 to create a pipeline of skilled craft professionals to meet the company’s growing manpower needs in the Southeastern United States.…
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USC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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USC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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UofSC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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UofSC and Greenville Health System to commercialize technology
August 21, 2017
The University of South Carolina and Greenville Health System (GHS)—the state’s largest not-for-profit healthcare system—are expanding their partnership to include a focus on commercialization of innovative research and technologies that…
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U.S. Court of Appeals Judge Henry Floyd to speak at Wofford opening convocation
August 20, 2017
The Honorable Judge Henry F. Floyd, a judge for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, will be the guest speaker for Wofford College’s opening convocation, set for 11…
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HVAC named Advisory Committee of the Year
August 20, 2017Tri-County Technical College’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Advisory Committee was recognized for its achievements this year at the College’s fall convocation. Committee members and Program Director…
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