SC Independent Colleges & Universities

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina continues investments in BlueScholars at Benedict College and Claflin University

October 27, 2023

COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy southcarolinablues.com) — In 2022, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina partnered with Benedict College and Claflin University to launch the BlueScholars program. This program aims to expand educational and career opportunities for students at historically Black colleges and universities. “The BlueScholars program is our commitment to advancing tomorrow’s leaders. Through education and mentorship, …

Wofford College hosts the South Carolina Innocence Initiative screening of ‘The Worst Crime’

October 27, 2023

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy wofford.edu) — The South Carolina Innocence Initiative at Wofford College hosted a screening on Oct. 16 of “The Worst Crime,” a documentary focusing on crime, punishment, and mental competency, followed by a panel discussion. The panel included the Rev. Hillary Taylor, executive director of South Carolina Alternatives for the Death Penalty; former …

S.C. Sen. John Scott to be posthumously honored in Voorhees University Hall of Fame ceremony

October 27, 2023

DENMARK, S.C. (courtesy voorhees.edu) — The late South Carolina State Senator John Scott will be posthumously inducted into the Voorhees University Hall of Fame. As part of the university’s homecoming festivities, the induction ceremony will take place on Friday, November 10 at the Leonard Dawson Center. During his tenure on the Board of Trustees, Senator …

Spartanburg Methodist College president keynotes at Mayor’s 18th Walk & Roll event

October 27, 2023

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy smcsc.edu) — Spartanburg Methodist College President Scott Cochran is a believer. He believes everyone has their part to contribute to our community and society, from the students who pass through SMC to those with special needs who pass through our lives every day. Cochran provided the keynote address at this year’s Mayor’s …

North Greenville senior elementary education major named 2023 SCICU Student of the Year

October 27, 2023

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) is pleased to announce Abigail McGillis, a North Greenville University (NGU) senior majoring in elementary education, as the 2023 McLean-Smith SCICU Student of the Year. The award was presented to McGillis at SCICU’s Board of Trustees meeting on Oct. 10 at Anderson University. Honoring the …

SCICU elects Willis Cantey board chair, announces additional board leadership

October 27, 2023

Willis Cantey, a Charleston business and civic leader, was elected board chair by the trustees of the S.C. Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) at their October 10 board meeting, hosted by Anderson University. Cantey will serve a two-year term as board chair. “SCICU is very fortunate to benefit from Willis Cantey’s leadership and experience,” said …

SCICU elects 12 South Carolina business and civic leaders to its board of trustees

October 27, 2023

At its Oct. 10 board meeting hosted by member institution Anderson University, SCICU elected 12 South Carolina business and civic leaders to serve three-year terms on its board of trustees. “Hailing from all regions of South Carolina, our new trustees bring a great depth and breadth of leadership experience to our board,” said SCICU President …

SCICU celebrates Eddie Shannon’s five decades of higher education advocacy

October 27, 2023

Eddie Shannon’s nearly half century of South Carolina higher education advocacy was celebrated by SCICU leadership, trustees, family, friends, and meeting sponsors at the Oct. 10, 2023 board of trustees luncheon hosted by Anderson University in their new Trojan Field House. During his 15 years at SCICU, Shannon raised more than $5.8 million for SCICU …

Federal update

October 27, 2023

The federal regulatory fire hose Take effect July 1, 2024 and the reporting deadline is just 30 days later. The Biden Administration has been churning out regulations that campuses are still trying to comprehend the impact of and develop mechanisms for responding. At the end of September the U.S. Department of Education issued the final …