Two teachers honored with inaugural state award in Holocaust education
May 26, 2021Dr. Sara Dew of Latta and Emily Taylor of Swansea have been named South Carolina Council on the Holocaust Educators of Excellence for 2021. Dr. Dew teaches at J. Paul…
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Participate in Richland Library’s 2021 Summer Learning Challenge
May 26, 2021
With the extended holiday weekend arriving and the school year drawing to a close, Richland Library is announcing the kick-off to our annual Summer Learning Challenge. Starting Tuesday, June 1,…
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Dr. Larry Miller named vice president for learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College
May 26, 2021
Dr. Larry Miller has been named vice president for learning and workforce development at Greenville Technical College (GTC) following a nationwide search. In this key role, he leads the college’s…
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New College of Charleston scholarships a testament to couple’s devotion
May 25, 2021Dr. John Covington ’84 and Professor Robert J. Lukey shared a passion for travel, the arts, healthcare and education. A couple for nearly 36 years, both were deeply committed to helping others…
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From Red Devils to Infantry Officers
May 25, 2021
Two of the most recent Infantry Officers in the U.S. Army. 2LT Zach Boling and 2LT Donovan Benson graduated from the Infantry Basic Officer Leadership Course (IBOLC) this morning at…
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“BE THE UNITERS AND HEALERS,” PC SPEAKER URGES GRADUATES
May 24, 2021
The 138th Commencement of Presbyterian College heard a reflection of “the dark days of the past year” and a hopeful, uplifting urging for graduates to be “the uniters and healers”…
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College planning firm launches in Greenville
May 24, 2021
Emily Butler, a 37 year Greenville native, knows all too well the pain the class of 2025 felt this past Spring. Now, more than ever, has there been a huge…
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Spartanburg Community College & the Bringing Back the Burg Business Recovery Task Force partner to grow educational attainment in Spartanburg County
May 24, 2021Spartanburg Community College, OneSpartanburg, Inc., and the Bringing Back the Burg Business Recovery Task Force have joined forces to make attending college at SCC more affordable than ever before thanks…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Zachary Arms of Liberty High School as Educator of the Month
May 24, 2021
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Liberty High School’s Zachary Arms as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for May. “Without personal finance…
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Greenville Women Giving grant supports Greenville Technical College students
May 24, 2021
The Greenville Tech Foundation has received a $50,000 grant from Greenville Women Giving to help address basic needs insecurities among Greenville Technical College (GTC) students. The grant will provide funding…
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Lander digital marketing students gain real-world experience working with Smoothie King and Hydro One
May 24, 2021
Story by Zack Bennett Digital marketing students at Lander University gained real-world experience working with clients through the Business-College Connection Program and the South Carolina Small Business Development Center. The…
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Dr. Misty Jameson named Lander University’s Distinguished Professor
May 20, 2021
GREENWOOD, S.C. – Dr. Misty L. Jameson, a professor of English and Film Studies, is the recipient of Lander University’s Distinguished Professor award. Her 13-year career at Lander began in…
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Greenville Technical College partners with USC Upstate to expand transfer program
May 20, 2021
The University of South Carolina Upstate has expanded its Direct Connect Transfer Program, enabling students who have earned an Associate of Arts (AA) or Associate of Science (AS) degree from…
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Dr. Misty Jameson named Lander University’s Distinguished Professor
May 20, 2021
Dr. Misty L. Jameson, a professor of English and Film Studies, is the recipient of Lander University’s Distinguished Professor award. Her 13-year career at Lander began in 2008 when she…
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Greenville Technical College hosts webinar on the state of the local labor market
May 20, 2021
A webinar moderated by Dr. Keith Miller, president of Greenville Technical College, will focus on shortages within the local labor market and the possibility of relief. “Growing Your Business in…
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CIU Business Administration degree available to Chaplain Corps at Fort Jackson
May 19, 2021
Columbia International University and the U.S. Army Chaplain Center and School (USACHCS) at Fort Jackson have signed an Academic Articulation Agreement (AAA). It offers the opportunity for Chaplain Corps enlisted…
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Richland Library celebrates graduation of 14 students from Career Online High School
May 19, 2021
There are 14 Richland County residents between the ages of 25 and 49 who are moving their tassels from right to left and celebrating an academic achievement. On Sunday, May…
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SCATCC announces awards
May 19, 2021
The South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners announces the selection of its 2021 award winners. Commissioner Leadership, General Art Brown, Technical College of the Lowcountry Honors an individual who…
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Blythewood High School takes its professional development to a higher level
May 18, 2021
Blythewood High School received a pleasant surprise last week during the virtual 30th birthday celebration for the University of South Carolina Professional Development School (UofSC PDS) network. Blythewood was named…
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Beautiful Gate Center welcomes new Director of Operations & Training
May 18, 2021
Today, Beautiful Gate Center, a private, non-profit Developmental learning center for children and youth with developmental disabilities and autism, announced Jean Castelli as Director of Operations & Training. In her new role,…
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College of Charleston scholarship celebrates retired professor’s passion for the written word
May 18, 2021Former students, colleagues and friends established the Nan Morrison Endowed Scholarship as an homage to the retired English professor’s passion for teaching English Renaissance and Southern literature. Known as the teacher you ‘took’ if you wanted to challenge yourself,…
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MUSC board receives operating reports as fiscal year-end nears, celebrates 191st commencement ceremony
May 18, 2021
The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) and Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Board of Trustees recently held their regularly scheduled combined committee sessions and board meeting. Due to the…
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Wando’s Olivia Potter is the 2021 SC Scholastic Journalist of the Year
May 18, 2021
Oliva Potter, co-editor in chief of Legend, Wando High School’s award-winning yearbook, was recently named the 2021 South Carolina Scholastic Journalist of the Year by the South Carolina Scholastic Press…
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Alexandria Smith says TCTC degree is her first but not her last college degree
May 18, 2021
Alexandria (Allie) Smith gets emotional when she talks about the overwhelming joy and sense of accomplishment she will feel when she graduates – with honors – at Tri-County Technical College’s…
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Partnership funded by the Humanologi Foundation awards medical students free membership to the American Medical Student Association
May 18, 2021
In an expression of continued commitment to improving medical training and the nation’s health, the University of South Carolina (UofSC) School of Medicine Greenville has signed an institutional partnership (IP)…
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Laurens District 56 Named National Beta District of Distinction
May 18, 2021
Clinton, SC – National Beta is proud to announce Laurens County School District 56 as a 2020-2021 National District of Distinction. This award is given to those deserving districts who…
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Lander Names Holloway Trustee Emeritus
May 17, 2021
The Lander University Board of Trustees voted unanimously to posthumously appoint Maurice Holloway, a former board member, as trustee emeritus. The decision was made at the board’s meeting on May…
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Greenville Technical College students named to PTK All-State Academic Team
May 17, 2021
Three students from Greenville Technical College have been named to South Carolina’s 2021 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) All-State Academic Team. Lawanda Kay Croom, John Anthony Johnson, and Eric Theodore Lewis…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis kicks off National 529 Day observance with PalmettoBaby Grants
May 17, 2021
State Treasurer Curtis Loftis announced that South Carolina’s Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan is celebrating National 529 College Savings Day (May 29) once again with its popular PalmettoBaby Grant…
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Brooks Center for the Performing Arts announces a return to in-person performances this fall
May 17, 2021The Brooks Center for the Performing Arts announced its 2021-22 season. Performances will take place in person at the Brooks Center. Managing Director Thomas Hudgins looks forward to welcoming patrons…
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Clemson scientist receives $1.77M NIH grant to continue research on deadly parasites
May 17, 2021Clemson University researcher James Morris has received a four-year, $1.77 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to identify compounds that interfere with or prevent a group of deadly…
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Lake Carolina Elementary School teacher wins Rookie Teacher of the Block
May 17, 2021
“Within minutes of her first class, it was clear that I had hired a master teacher.” These are the words of Lake Carolina Elementary School – Upper Campus principal Jeff…
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CCSD hosts Teach Local signing day
May 17, 2021
Four Charleston County School District (CCSD) students participated in a “signing day” to celebrate their commitment to teach in the district when they graduate college in the near future. These…
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Inspired by Netflix, researchers want to help people find their true calling
May 17, 2021
The same type of technology that recommends movies on Netflix and music on Spotify could soon help children pick books, high school students choose a college and retirees select volunteer…
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One Region Roadmap: opportunities for all aims to guide Tri-County through recovery, into prosperity – and beyond
May 16, 2021
BCDCOG, Charleston Metro Chamber, CRDA and more partner to lead comprehensive economic recovery and resiliency plan focused on real change. The most comprehensive partnership of business, government, academic, nonprofit and…
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Two South Carolina students named U.S. Presidential Scholars
May 16, 2021
U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona has announced the 57th class of U.S. Presidential Scholars. Two of the 161 high school seniors being recognized are from South Carolina. U.S.…
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Richland Two school bus driver honored
May 16, 2021
This week South Carolina Senator Mia McLeod introduced a resolution to honor Kenneth Corbin. On May 6, Mr. Corbin was driving a Richland Two school bus transporting students to Forest…
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A.C. Flora student awarded $10,000 Rotary scholarship
May 16, 2021
A.C. Flora High School senior Jaylen Cocklin, who plans to pursue a government and history degree from Harvard University in the fall, has been awarded a $10,000 scholarship by the…
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Lexington Chamber awards $5,000 Doris Burkett Scholarship to Gilbert High School graduate
May 16, 2021
The Lexington Chamber and Visitors Center awarded Gilbert High School graduate Logan Gunter with its $5,000 Doris Burkett Scholarship. “It is an honor to continue this scholarship program in the memory of…
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Academic Magnet’s Lily Lassiter honored as 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholar
May 16, 2021
Lily Lassiter, her family, and the Academic Magnet High School (AMHS) community are celebrating a significant honor; the senior is a 2021 United States Presidential Scholar. The U.S. Department of…
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Clinton High School Prom – A Night Under the Stars
May 16, 2021
The end of the school year is always a special time with many celebrations and on Saturday, May 15th celebrate is what they did. The Clinton High School prom was…
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FREE MANUFIRSTSC TRAINING QUALIFIES PARTICIPANTS FOR IMMEDIATE EMPLOYMENT
May 16, 2021
Jeopardy challenge of the day ― Answer: An educational opportunity that delivers four manufacturing certifications in one ― a $995 value at no cost to qualified participants. Question: What is…
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NEW COURSE PREPARES STUDENTS FOR REMOTE WORK ENVIRONMENTS
May 16, 2021
Could your Zoom background use some professional tweaking? How do you best manage your time while working remotely? Piedmont Technical College (PTC) has just the thing for workers in the…
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Lander University hosts annual Student Academic Symposium
May 16, 2021
Lander University’s Honors College hosted its annual Student Academic Symposium in mid-April, where students from various fields of study had the opportunity to present their original research projects. “The Academic…
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Coastal Carolina University to unveil Smart River Research program
May 14, 2021
Coastal Carolina University’s Burroughs & Chapin Center for Marine and Wetland Studies will unveil its new Smart River Research program, Mon., May 17 at the Osprey Marina in Horry County.…
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Registration now open for Upstate International foreign language classes summer 2021
May 13, 2021
Register today for Foreign Language classes at Upstate International. We are excited to offer classes in the following languages: American Sign Language, English, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish, and new this summer Farsi…
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At-risk students in North Charleston have a new opportunity for a quality, individualized high school education
May 13, 2021
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC – North Charleston has many residents who are considered Opportunity Youth, young people between the ages of 16 and 24 who are not in school or participating…
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Brian Voss named Clemson Interim VP/CIO
May 13, 2021Brian Voss has been named Interim Vice President and Chief Information Officer, Clemson President Jim Clements announced today. The Compensation Committee of the Clemson Board of Trustees approved Voss’ appointment,…
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Kelsey McNeely finds strong support system at Tri-County Technical College
May 13, 2021
Longtime Tri-County Technical College Career Counselor Butch Merritt says Kelsey McNeely has all the qualities and characteristics that will make her an effective and impactful professional counselor. “She is an…
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Mother and son graduate at spring commencement
May 13, 2021
Dustin Addis, age 29, and his mother, Lynn Addis, age 50, are both first-time college students and will graduate at Tri-County Technical College’s May 11 spring commencement ceremonies. Although there…
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