SC Independent Colleges & Universities

ANDERSON, S.C. (courtesy andersonuniversity.edu) — Anderson University Online and Continuous Learning today announced a partnership with the Development Corporation of Anderson County to offer tuition grants and priority access to employees and members who are looking to advance their education and develop professionally. The partnership collaboration is intended to provide educational opportunities and serve local …

CLINTON, S.C. (courtesy presby.edu) — After majoring in biochemistry, PC’s Bobby Keskey ’11 went on to graduate with honors from the Medical School at the University of Louisville. He’s in general surgery residency at the University of Chicago now, conducting microbiome research as he pursues a Ph.D. in immunology. Keskey has earned two degrees in …

TIGERVILLE, S.C. (courtesy ngu.edu) — Few colleges ever get to tout a 100 percent hiring rate for their graduates. But for North Greenville University’s College of Education (COE), they’ve been able to brag on that stat for the past three years in a row (and counting); yes, all of the college’s job-seeking graduates have found …

NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (courtesy newberry.edu) — Hannah Jane Curry, a Newberry College junior, has been crowned Miss South Carolina USA 2020. The competition was held Nov. 23 at the North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center. The 20-year-old Greer native won the title as Miss Greenville USA, competing in a field of 28 contestants from …

GAFFNEY, S.C. (courtesy limestone.edu) — The path to medical school just got easier for qualified students who successfully follow a distinct academic protocol during their time at Limestone College. Limestone College held a historic press conference on campus on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at its Timken Center Legacy Lounge to announce an articulation agreement with the …

COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy auyellowjackets.com) — The Allen University Yellow Jackets Softball team spent some time away from campus as they gave back to their community to help the Columbia Miracle League this month. The Miracle League provides children with mental and physical handicaps an environment that allows them to enjoy America’s favorite pastime. Sa’riyah Hartsfield …

ANDERSON, S.C. (courtesy andersonuniversity.edu) — Anderson University and Tri-County Technical College (Tri-County) have formed a partnership designed to enhance the transfer of students from Tri-County to AU. The partnership is intended to serve students by providing program support and services through a seamless transfer pathway that prepares and acclimates students desiring to matriculate at AU. …