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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Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Awards latest recipient
January 30, 2025
The Ted & Holly Rollins Scholarship Organization is pleased to announce the recipient of its latest scholarship, Ellyce Butuyan. This scholarship— in honor of the late Ted Rollins —is awarded…
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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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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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Furman University adopts Okanagan Charter for wellbeing
January 29, 2025
Furman University has adopted the Okanagan Charter, an international agreement adopted by 32 other U.S. campuses who have pledged to integrate health and wellbeing into all aspects of campus life.…
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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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The Greenville Tech Foundation announces new board officers and welcomes new board members
January 28, 2025
The Greenville Tech Foundation announced the election of board officers and the addition of three board members. These individuals bring a wealth of experience and leadership to the Foundation, further…
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Meyer Center for Special Children welcomes new board members
January 23, 2025
The Meyer Center for Special Children announced the addition of four distinguished individuals to its Board of Directors: Jake Fischer, Kate Little, Hall Todd, and Joseph Williams. These new members…
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Clemson program ranked #1 among national online graduate education programs
January 22, 2025
U.S. News & World Report has ranked the Clemson University College of Education as the #1 online graduate education program in the nation in 2025. Master’s programs across all three departments in the…
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10th annual African American History Month art exhibition at Greenville Technical College Library features the work of Creative Soul Photography
January 21, 2025
A February 2025 art exhibition at the Greenville Technical College library in celebration of African American History Month will feature the work of Regis and Kahran Bethencourt of Creative Soul…
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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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Greenville Technical College dedicates executive board room to Paul and Ann Batson while celebrating their record of service
January 17, 2025
A donation from Paul and Ann Batson allowed an extensive renovation of Greenville Technical College’s executive board room to be completed in fall 2024. Changes included new furniture and state-of-the-art…
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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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Greenville Technical College named a Clemson Distinguished Partner
January 15, 2025
The College of Education at Clemson University has presented Greenville Technical College with a 2024 Distinguished Partner of the Year Award along with Tri-County Technical College. The award recognizes partnerships…
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PJ Morton to headline 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Celebration
January 14, 2025
The Division of Community, Engagement, Belonging and Access has announced several events to celebrate the 43rd annual 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative Month, with PJ Morton headlining this year’s…
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Clemson PRTM faculty member honored for career contributions to field of recreational therapy
January 14, 2025
Brandi Crowe, associate professor in the Clemson University Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management (PRTM), was recently inducted as a Fellow of the National Academy of Recreational Therapists (NART)…
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SCRA Member Company’s motorcycle named to Designboom’s Top 10 Motorcycles of 2024
January 10, 2025
Real Motors’ Project: ARES motorcycle was named to designboom’s top 10 motorcycles of 2024. Real Motors became an SCRA Member Company in 2022 and has received a Project Development Fund Grant and an Acceleration Grant from…
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Fine Arts Center celebrates six students as YoungArts National Competition award winners
January 8, 2025The Fine Arts Center announced that six students have been honored as winners in the prestigious YoungArts National Competition. Six Fine Arts Center students were also selected last year for…
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Converse University receives $10K donation from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
January 8, 2025
Feeding the Hungry grant addresses food insecurity; supports nutrition education Converse University has received $10,000 from the Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation to restore hope and help rebuild after Hurricane…
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Skip ’89 and Mitzi ’91 Gardiner support Nieri Department of Construction and Real Estate Development with $1 million unrestricted gift
January 6, 2025
Skip ’89 and Mitzi ’91 Gardiner have a clear vision for education — one rooted in humility, hard work and hands-on learning. Longtime Clemson supporters and proud alumni, the Gardiners…
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Greenville Technical College celebrates graduates at Commencement
December 20, 2024
Commencement for Greenville Technical College (GTC) graduates was held at the Greenville Convention Center on Friday, December 20. Included were 342 participants: 8 graduated with a bachelor’s degree, 12 military…
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Greenville Tech Foundation receives relief grant from Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation
December 19, 2024
The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation awarded $10,000 to the Greenville Technical College STAR Center – Caring Corner Food Pantry to restore hope and help rebuild after Hurricane Helene devastated…
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Furman’s MLK Community Breakfast hosts political strategist L. Joy Williams
December 18, 2024
L. Joy Williams, a long-time political strategist and creator and host of the podcast “Sunday Civics,” will be the keynote speaker at the 2025 MLK Community Breakfast at Furman University…
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Converse receives $50,000 from Power:Ed to empower first-generation students
December 16, 2024
Converse University announced the recent award of $50,000 to fuel its First-Generation program by a grant from Power:Ed, a philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation. This resource will be applied…
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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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Meyer Center’s 25th Annual Holiday Luncheon raises over $473,000 to empower children with disabilities
December 11, 2024
The Meyer Center for Special Children celebrated the 25th anniversary of its Annual Holiday Luncheon & Silent Auction on December 5, 2024, at the Greenville Convention Center. Presented by United…
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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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Converse announces new 2024-2025 Trustees
December 9, 2024Converse University welcomed six new members to its esteemed Board of Trustees: Valerie Dowling ’07, Ex Oficio, Director of the Women’s Democracy Network Shannon Givens Jaynes ’93, Community advocate and…
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Award to Lander professor recognizes outstanding work as college art educator
December 8, 2024
Among college art educators, Doug L. McAbee has been named the best in the Palmetto State for 2024. McAbee, a Lander University art professor, is the recipient of this year’s…
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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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Greenville Technical College cuts ribbon at newly renovated Child Development Center
December 5, 2024Ribbon was cut to officially reopen the Margaret Mills Cubbage Child Development Center on Greenville Technical College’s Barton Campus following an extensive renovation. Guest speakers included Greenville Technical College President…
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Spartanburg school leader named SC Elementary Principal of the Year
November 26, 2024
The South Carolina Association of School Administrators (SCASA) has named Dr. Marquice Clark the 2025 South Carolina Elementary Principal of the Year. Dr. Clark is principal of The Cleveland Academy…
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GTCHS ranks among Top High Schools in South Carolina
November 26, 2024
Greenville Technical Charter High School, a member of the South Carolina Public Charter School District, has been awarded an overall EXCELLENT rating for the 2023-2024 academic year! According to Niche,…
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Furman Board of Trustees adds five new members
November 26, 2024
Two board members joined the ranks of trustees emeriti The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed several new, returning and emeritus trustees during its Fall 2024 meeting. The board, which meets three…
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Clemson elevates status as a top research institution
November 26, 2024
Clemson University continues to post unparalleled increases in research activity. The institution carries a strong track record of growth as it aims to double research activity by 2035 as identified…
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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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Nieri Family donates $12.5 million to name state-of-the art Clemson Alumni and Visitors Center
November 25, 2024
Longtime University friends, Michael ’86 and Robyn Nieri HA ’20 along with their children and spouses Pennington ’15 and wife Katie ’15; daughter Maigan ’18 and husband Rob Lincks; son…
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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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12 Educators selected to join third annual Scholastic Teacher Fellows Cohort
November 19, 2024
K-8 Educators Bring Wealth of Classroom Expertise to Help Inform Scholastic’s Offerings for Educators for the 2024-2025 School Year Scholastic, the global children’s publishing, education, and media company, announced its…
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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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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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Clemson University gathers to recognize the newest members of the Fort Hill Legacy Society
November 12, 2024
President James P. Clements prepares to address the audience at the 2024 Fort Hill Legacy Society Bronze Leaf Dedication On November 1, 2024, Clemson University inducted the newest members into…
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Search-and-rescue vehicle built by Clemson University students headed to the SEMA Show
November 12, 2024
This press release was written by VIPR-GS intern Kate DeStefano. An advanced search-and-rescue vehicle designed and built by Clemson University students is headed to Las Vegas for a show attended…
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