College of Charleston named top producer of Fulbright Scholars
February 26, 2025
The College of Charleston has been named a Top Producing Institution for Fulbright U.S. Scholars for the 2024-2025 academic year. The four 2024-2025 College of Charleston Fulbright Scholars are Marvin Gonzalez, Brian Lanahan, Melissa Ochal and Theodore…
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South Carolina ETV digital series Original SC shares inspiring stories from across the Palmetto State
February 26, 2025South Carolina ETV’s award-winning digital series Original SC offers an exploration of South Carolina through the lives of the people that call this place home. The season’s first episode debuted online on Jan. 30,…
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School of Medicine Columbia breaks ground on new facility at USC Health Sciences Campus
February 25, 2025
The University of South Carolina broke ground on a facility that will redefine the future of health care education and research during a ceremony on Tuesday, Feb. 25, at the…
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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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The Citadel names Art Chase as new athletic director
February 20, 2025
Art Chase leaves Duke to take the helm of The Citadel Athletics. The Citadel President Gen. Glenn Walters, USMC (Ret.), ’79, announced the new hire on Wednesday, Feb. 19, after…
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CSU has more than quarter billion-dollar impact on state’s economy, study says
February 20, 2025
Charleston Southern University has a $235.7 million impact on South Carolina’s economy annually, according to a new study released by the Lilly Consulting Group. This impact, driven by university operations…
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Krystal Klear Productions will host a cultural heritage event to celebrate Black History Month
February 19, 2025
For its fifth year, Krystal Klear Productions will be hosting its Black History Soul Meet and Eat on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 12:00-4:00 p.m. at The Connection @ Hope’s…
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Tickets for Hootie & The Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am go on sale February 17
February 14, 2025
MYRTLE BEACH, SC – One of golf’s most celebrated charity events, the Hootie & the Blowfish Monday After the Masters Celebrity Pro-Am, returns to Barefoot Resort’s Dye Course April 14. Fans…
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College of Charleston launches new education doctorate
February 12, 2025
The College of Charleston announced the launch of its new doctor of education (Ed.D.) in learning and inquiry in practice, designed to prepare educational leaders for the challenges of the…
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Education Week recognizes Charleston County School District’s teacher recruitment and retention efforts as a National Model
February 12, 2025
Charleston County School District’s (CCSD) innovative strategies for teacher recruitment and retention have been highlighted in a feature article by Education Week. Chief Human Resources Officer Bill Briggman was named one…
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CSU launches new tuition promise program—this time covering housing, food
February 11, 2025
Charleston Southern University has launched a new scholarship program for Pell-eligible students pursuing STEM degrees, nursing, accounting, aeronautics, kinesiology, or education. The Palmetto Academic Excellence (PAE) Award, like Charleston Southern’s…
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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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American Advertising Federation – Charleston announces call for entries for 2025 Awards
February 10, 2025
AAF Charleston To Host Award Show to Celebrate Innovation and Creativity in Advertising The American Advertising Federation – Charleston (AAF Charleston) announced that submissions for the 2024-2025 AAF Charleston Awards…
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Monty Self named new Director of Dewey Center for Chaplaincy
February 10, 2025
Charleston Southern University has named Chaplain Monty Self the new director of the Dewey Center for Chaplaincy. Prior to CSU, Self served at Baptist Health, a 12-hospital system in Arkansas,…
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Charleston Southern welcomes five new board members
February 10, 2025
The Charleston Southern University Board of Trustees welcomed five new members and approved the 2025 officers at the January board meeting. Dean Murphy will serve as chair of the board…
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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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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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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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Will changing weather patterns expose dolphins to more chemicals?
January 30, 2025
Sarasota Bay, Florida, study aims to understand whether excess rainfall and red tides impact the concentration of chemical contaminants in dolphins Since 2016, the College of Charleston and its partners…
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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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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Nathaniel Gilmore of Goose Creek High School as Educator of the Month
January 29, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Berkeley County School District’s Nathaniel Gilmore of Goose Creek High School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the…
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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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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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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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College of Charleston history professor to receive MLK Jr. Humanitarian Award
January 14, 2025
When it comes to racial justice, Shannon Eaves doesn’t just talk the talk – she walks the walk. All over the College of Charleston campus. That is why the College of Charleston…
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CCSD partners with MUSC and Trident Technical College to launch new Health Science Cohort
January 13, 2025
Charleston County School District (CCSD), in collaboration with The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Trident Technical College, announces the launch of an exciting new MUSC Health Science Cohort…
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Regional Librarian recognized at Stiles Point Elementary
January 6, 2025
Cooper named Lowcountry Regional Librarian of the Year Leslie Cooper, the teacher-librarian at Stiles Point Elementary School, was named the Lowcountry Regional Librarian of the Year on December 11, 2024,…
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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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Columbia College joins Global ‘Partners in Peace’ initiative with NCHC and Nobel Peace Center
December 12, 2024
Columbia College is honored to join the inaugural Partners in Peace cohort, an initiative launched by the National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) in partnership with the Nobel Peace Center. This…
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CSU’s STEM-program growth prompts building expansion
December 12, 2024Charleston Southern University will complete its second construction phase to fill out the 28,000-square-foot science and engineering building. In conjunction with CSU’s rapid growth in engineering and aeronautics, the Board…
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MUSC Doctor of Physical Therapy program receives CAPTE approval for new hybrid format
December 11, 2024
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program has received approval from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) for the substantiative change…
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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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Eleven CCSD schools win art awards
December 9, 2024
Eleven schools in Charleston County School District (CCSD) have received Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) through the South Carolina Department of Education. Ashley River Creative Arts Elementary School and Murray-LaSaine Montessori School were…
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GSSM establishes new scholarship fund
December 6, 2024
A fund has been established in honor of the late Dr. Bhuvana Parameswaran by an alum, a faculty member & a staff member of the South Carolina Governor’s School for…
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2024-25 South Carolina Annual Educator Supply & Demand Report
November 25, 2024
The Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement (CERRA) has released its 2024-25 Annual Educator Supply and Demand Report. For the first time since 2019-20, districts reported a decrease in…
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GSSM names South Carolina Department of Commerce as 2025 Townes Award recipient
November 19, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has named the South Carolina Department of Commerce (S.C. Commerce) as the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Townes Award. At…
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The Fly & Lure hosts Fly Tying Workshop on November 21
November 19, 2024
The Fly & Lure, a local, luxury fly fishing shop showcasing a curated assortment of high-quality fishing gear, is excited to announce a Fly Tying Workshop on Thursday, November 21,…
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SCbio to host a gathering of national life sciences leaders at annual conference in Charleston Feb. 18-20
November 19, 2024
SCbio will unveil its new initiative aimed at defining the core pillars of the state’s life sciences and medtech sectors to attract companies to the state. SCbio will bring national…
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Charleston Southern named Purple Heart University
November 18, 2024
Charleston Southern University has been named a Purple Heart University, an honor bestowed by the Military Order of the Purple Heart. Several local Purple Heart recipients attended the service Wednesday,…
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A record-breaking sea turtle release for the South Carolina Aquarium
November 14, 2024
Aquarium Celebrates 43 Sea Turtles Released This Year, Surpassing Previous Record of 39 After nearly 25 years of rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing sick and injured sea turtles, the South Carolina…
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Meeting Street Scholarship Fund expands to Spartanburg County
November 14, 2024
An affordable college education became a reality on Thursday for hundreds of high-achieving, under-resourced Spartanburg students because of the Meeting Street Scholarship Fund. The expansion was made possible through an…
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South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) ranked #1 Public High School in South Carolina by Niche
November 14, 2024
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) has once again been ranked the #1 Best Public High School in South Carolina by Niche, a leading platform for school and…
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USC awarded $35 million federal grant to boost state’s college and career readiness
November 14, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded the University of South Carolina a $35 million grant to improve college and career readiness among disadvantaged students in South Carolina. USC is…
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Celebrating a new cohort of teachers seeking National Board certification
November 14, 2024
The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and Innovation at Voorhees University (EPI Center), in partnership with the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, will convene and celebrate teachers pursuing…
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SCDES recognizes thirteen South Carolina schools as ‘Champions of the Environment’
November 7, 2024
Thirteen South Carolina schools were recently awarded grants to support the education of the next generation of environmental stewards, the South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) announced today. The “Champions…
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