Clemson University and Prisma Health expand collaboration in aging research, education and community outreach programs
May 5, 2022
Clemson University and Prisma Health celebrate the expansion of their research and clinical collaborations with the opening of new space to accommodate the expanding community research and clinical programs of…
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Deion Jamison of Legacy Early College named 2023 South Carolina Teacher of the Year
May 5, 2022State Superintendent of Education Molly Spearman announced at the annual South Carolina Teacher of the Year Gala that Deion Jamison, an English teacher at Legacy Early College with the South…
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CIU’s new Kepha Institute educating and developing leaders around the globe
May 5, 2022International students now have an online option for higher education that is committed to developing caring, dedicated and competent community leaders around the globe, primarily those in the developing world.…
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Lexington District One’s Debra L. Huggins announces retirement
May 5, 2022
Lexington County School District One Enterprise Information Technology Officer Debra L. Huggins announces her retirement, effective June 30, 2022. She has spent the past nine years in Lexington District One,…
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Just Say Something holds Honey Baked Ham Mother’s Day Fundraiser
May 5, 2022
Just Say Something is holding an online, Honey Baked Ham Mother’s Day Fundraiser on Mother’s Day, May 8, 2022 to “Celebrate Moms and Family” sitting down to eat dinner together.…
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Field Trip to Kings Mountain State Park Follows Lecture on the Battle at Kings Mountain
May 4, 2022
Historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore brings history to life with his series of monthly lectures at the Laurens County Museum followed by a field trip to a historical site.…
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Actor calls on Lander University graduates to ‘manifest whatever life you want’
May 4, 2022
A leading Hollywood actor, whose first attempt at working in the entertainment industry didn’t fare well, told Lander University graduates, “You can manifest whatever lives you want.” Andy Buckley, known…
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Chakadasovavan Or named a Top Five Teacher of the Year Finalist
May 4, 2022
Chakadasovavan Or is first-generation American born and his family has been his biggest cheerleader in encouraging him to accomplish other firsts. He was the first in his family to graduate…
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Chief Operations Officer Jeff Salters announces retirement
May 4, 2022
Lexington County School District One Superintendent Greg Little, Ed.D., announces that Jeffrey S. Salters, the district’s chief operations officer, plans to retire effective September 8, 2022. Of his retirement, Dr.…
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CIU’s new Kepha Institute educating and developing leaders around the globe
May 4, 2022
International students now have an online option for higher education that is committed to developing caring, dedicated and competent community leaders around the globe, primarily those in the developing world.…
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Boeing STEM Signing Day Recipients from LDHS
May 4, 2022
Laurens Raiders Wesley Veal and Emma Clough have been selected to attend STEM Signing Day presented by Boeing. Only 2 students are selected from our Laurens County every year so…
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Sherman College Board of Trustees begins presidential search
May 4, 2022
The Sherman College Board of Trustees has taken its first official steps to begin the search for the institution’s sixth president. The Board identified and vetted several search firms to…
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Chapman Cultural Center presents first-ever President’s Choice Youth Art Month Awards
May 4, 2022For the first time ever, Chapman Cultural Center presented participants of the annual Spartanburg County Youth Art Month Exhibit “President’s Choice” awards to celebrate their work. Out of 400 plus…
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Natasha Akery named a Top Five Teacher of the Year finalist
May 3, 2022
Teaching is a second career for Natasha Akery; she joined the profession in 2017 through an alternative certification process. She has filled the roles of English instructor and Diversity Coach…
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Santee Cooper and Denmark Technical College join forces to build diversity in lineworker training
May 3, 2022
Santee Cooper and Denmark Technical College collaborated on a new electrical lineworkers program at the Historically Black, two-year technical college located in Bamberg County, South Carolina. Together, the organizations created…
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Spartanburg Community College and Converse University partner to create new direct-transfer program
May 2, 2022Leadership of Spartanburg Community College and Converse University signed agreements to develop a block transfer program that offers SCC graduates who successfully complete an Associate of Arts or Associate of…
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Clemson LIFE graduates 14
May 2, 2022
The Clemson University Clemson LIFE program graduated 14 students during its recent commencement ceremony, which was held April 30 at NewSpring Church of Clemson. Clemson LIFE is a post-secondary education…
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Clemson Summer Scholars
May 2, 2022
On April 27, 2022, twenty-six Clinton High Schools students were presented scholarships from GEAR-UP to attend Clemson Summer Scholar camps this summer in June and July. They will be attending…
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Laurens County Museum Revolutionary War Lecture “Kings Mountain” – Tuesday, May 3
May 2, 2022
A monthly lecture series presented by historian and battlefield preservationist Durant Ashmore at the Laurens County Museum. The incredible Patriot victory at Kings Mountain will be the topic of the…
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Lander Students Receive Awards at 2022 Association of Southeastern Biologists
May 2, 2022
Lander University students (in the photo left to right) Zach Swartzentruber, of Abbeville; Ayla Edmiston, of Cayce; Carley Cannon, of Chapin; and Elisa Howansky, of Westminster, were honored with awards…
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American Bar Association, SC Bar recognize top volunteers for SC Free Legal Answers
May 1, 2022Five South Carolina attorneys and two law firms were recently recognized by the American Bar Association Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service for their outstanding contributions to Free…
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Two Wando students earn corporate-sponsored National Merit Scholarships
May 1, 2022The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the first group of recipients in the 67th annual National Merit Scholarship Program today, and two students from Wando High School received corporate-sponsored…
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Richland Two’s music education program receives national recognition for fourth straight year
May 1, 2022
Richland School District Two is one of the Best Communities for Music Education. Richland Two Coordinator of Fine Arts, Dr. Wendy Campbell says the NAMM Foundation is recognizing Richland Two for…
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Intrepid PTC Veterinary Technology Instructor from Clinton Wins National Recognition
April 29, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) Veterinary Technology Instructor Melissa Entrekin is a crusader for her profession. She has invested hours of personal time advocating for fairness and equity in the pay…
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MTC recognized with Impact Award for Workforce Development
April 29, 2022
On April 28, the Columbia Chamber of Commerce announced that Midlands Technical College is the winner of the 2022 Workforce Development Award. “The Impact Award for Workforce Development honors partners…
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Thornwell Charter School Seeking Board of Directors Candidates
April 28, 2022
Thornwell Charter School in Clinton, SC is seeking candidates for two seats on the Board of Directors. The elected candidates will serve a two-year term. Candidates must apply online by…
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Tri-County Technical College celebrates 60 years, unveils new logo
April 27, 2022
Tri-County Technical College celebrated its 60th anniversary today with a college-wide party and unveiled its new logo. Hundreds of students and employees gathered in the Student Success Center on the Pendleton…
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Lexington District One announces Meyers as Lexington Elementary School principal
April 27, 2022
On April 26, 2022, the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees approved the hiring of Lori B. Meyers as the new principal of Lexington Elementary School. She replaces…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics receives research grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals
April 27, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation to fund research internships for GSSM…
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Academic Magnet ranked #2 in the nation for third consecutive year
April 27, 2022
Academic Magnet High School continues to stay near the top of the U.S. News & World Report national rankings for the Best High Schools in the country. The national publication named Academic Magnet…
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Pathways course to guide students through The Furman Advantage
April 27, 2022
Furman University faculty have voted to make Pathways, a two-year program central to The Furman Advantage, a core curriculum requirement for all students starting in Fall 2022. Pathways is a…
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UofSC celebrates newest crop of graduating students
April 27, 2022
The University of South Carolina will welcome thousands of new alumni from across the system in a series of commencement ceremonies, which conclude with three Columbia campus events at the…
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A consortium to create the next-generation of innovation and talent for the electric vehicle industry
April 27, 2022
The unprecedented need to develop a workforce that can build and service electric and autonomous vehicles and develop the cybersecurity to protect them is the driving force behind a new…
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Lander University Celebrates Student Achievements at Annual Student Life Awards
April 27, 2022
“We’re here tonight because this is a particularly proud moment for those of us who have the privilege of working in the University,” Dr. Boyd Yarbrough, vice president of Student…
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Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics Receives Research Grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals
April 27, 2022
The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science + Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 grant from Nephron Pharmaceuticals Corporation to fund research internships for GSSM…
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District 55 Partners with Sheriff’s Office to Add Two K-9 Dogs for School Safety
April 27, 2022
School safety is at the forefront of communities throughout the nation. It is also the priority for Laurens County School District 55 (LCSD 55). The school district is partnering with…
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Clinton High School Prom Night
April 27, 2022
Prom Season Begins. You know the school year is coming to a close when the juniors and seniors dress up and go to the dance. Clinton High School prom was held…
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It’s Jazz Time at PC!
April 27, 2022
The newly formed Jazz Band at Presbyterian College performed to a large crowd for their debut on Tuesday night. The program included eleven pieces with classic jazz selections and less…
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Lockheed Martin creates skilled workforce by supporting Greenville Technical College
April 26, 2022
After receiving a $50,000 gift from Lockheed Martin for its Aircraft Maintenance Technology program, Greenville Technical College has named a classroom at its aviation center “The Lockheed Martin Fabrication Lab.”…
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Piedmont Tech Spring Graduations Set for May 5
April 26, 2022
Piedmont Technical College (PTC) will hold two in-person spring commencement exercises on Thursday, May 5, 2022. An 11 a.m. ceremony will recognize graduates from our Health Care and Engineering/Industrial divisions.…
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PC Band Program to Host Behind the Scenes Event with International Maestro
April 25, 2022
PC Band Program brings another guest for the “Behind the Scenes” series. This time, PC director of bands, Dr. Giovani Briguente, hosts a fascinating talk with an international guest from…
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Laurens District 55 High School Robotics Team Competes in World Championship
April 25, 2022
The Laurens District 55 High School Robotics team competed in the FIRST World Championships last week in Houston, Texas. There were 450 teams from around the world (US, Canada, Mexico,…
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Clark Academy principal to serve permanently
April 25, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Carolyn Anderson as principal at Septima P. Clark Academy. Anderson has served as the school’s interim principal since the beginning of…
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Liberty Hill principal to serve permanently
April 25, 2022
Charleston County School District (CCSD) is proud to announce Corey Shaw as principal at Liberty Hill Academy (LHA). Shaw served as the school’s interim principal during the 2021-2022 school year.…
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Greenville Technical College holds adjunct faculty virtual networking and hiring event
April 25, 2022A virtual networking and hiring event will connect qualified adjunct faculty applicants with department representatives who have hiring needs at Greenville Technical College. The event will be held on May…
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The Rev. Dr. Buz Wilcoxon ‘05 called as PC’s first Lassiter Chaplain and Dean of Spiritual Life
April 25, 2022
Presbyterian College president Dr. Matthew vandenBerg announced today that the Rev. Dr. Searcy Allen “Buz” Wilcoxon IV ‘05 will serve as PC’s first Marianne and E.G. Lassiter Chaplain and Dean…
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The Rev. Dr. Buz Wilcoxon ‘05 called as PC’s first Lassiter Chaplain and Dean of Spiritual Life
April 25, 2022
Presbyterian College president Dr. Matthew vandenBerg announced today that the Rev. Dr. Searcy Allen “Buz” Wilcoxon IV ‘05 will serve as PC’s first Marianne and E.G. Lassiter Chaplain and Dean…
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Lander Student Academic Symposium Called ‘Impressive’
April 25, 2022
Lander University senior nursing student Jacob Sims discusses “The Effects of Bipolar Disorder on Interpersonal Relationships Among Individuals in the Geriatric Population: A Targeted Review of the Literature,” one of…
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The Sesqui Series: Laura Lander brought ‘green thumb’ to Greenwood campus
April 25, 2022
Editor’s Note: During the Sesquicentennial Celebration, Lander University will share news stories, which highlight the people and events shaping its campus, through “The Sesqui Series.” With the abundance of trees…
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Four LDHS Seniors Sign to Play College Football
April 23, 2022
It was a big week at Laurens District 55 High School with four seniors signing letters of intent to play college football next year. The four seniors are: LDHS Senior…
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