SC Independent Colleges & Universities

U.S. News Best Colleges rankings recognize strengths and achievements of SCICU colleges & universities

September 15, 2022

SCICU’s 21 member colleges and universities are recognized for their many strengths and superlatives in the U.S. News and World Report’s 2022-2023 Best Colleges rankings. Click on the name of your favorite SCICU institution to learn about their new #BestColleges rankings. Allen University Anderson University Benedict College Bob Jones University Charleston Southern University Claflin University …

Federal update

September 15, 2022

Title IX — Monday, September 12 marked the end of the period for public comments on the Biden administration’s proposed changes to Title IX, the federal regulations which direct how colleges and universities address sexual discrimination, harassment, and violence. The U.S. Education Department has submitted for review 700+ pages of proposed Title IX regulations to …

SCICU exceeds fundraising goals for fiscal year 2021-22

September 15, 2022

COLUMBIA, S.C. — With donations totaling nearly $600,000, generous contributors helped SCICU eclipse fundraising goals for fiscal year 2021-22. Along with adding proceeds from its endowment income, the total amount distributed to its 21 member colleges and universities surpassed $700,000. SCICU flagship fundraising programs supporting student scholarships, need-based emergency grants, and student research all surpassed …

SCICU Business Partner spotlight — September 2022

September 15, 2022

SCICU salutes the businesses that participate in the SCICU Business Partner program. For September 2022, we are spotlighting CapinCrouse, S.C. Student Loan Corporation, and Wyche. Please see the links below to learn more about these partners. The SCICU Business Partner directory lists all partners currently participating in the program. Eddie Shannon, SCICU executive vice president, …

Wofford student researcher preparing exhibit of Helen DuPré Moseley’s art

September 12, 2022

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy wofford.edu) — Helen DuPré Moseley was a prolific writer, filling thousands of diary and journal pages. She wrote about her family, the weather and the things going on around town. But she rarely wrote about her art. That’s one of the things Lizzie Richards (Wofford Class of 2023) learned over the summer …

Morris student participates in Pee Dee AHEC Pathways to Medicine Program

September 11, 2022

SUMTER, S.C. (courtesy morris.edu) — Morris College student Takeara Robinson participated over the summer in the Pee Dee Area Health Education Center’s (AHEC) Pathways to Medicine program. The program gave Robinson multiple opportunities to observe medical professionals. She completed office observations with Dr. Michael Ouzts, a primary care/family medicine physician with McLeod Primary Care in …

Operation Olive Branch — collaboration between Voorhees University and Denmark Technical College

September 11, 2022

DENMARK, S.C. (courtesy voorhees. edu) — Denmark Technical College and Voorhees University kicked off the 2022-2023 academic year with Operation Olive Branch, which welcomed 313 new and transfer students to the two campuses in August. Operation Olive Branch is a unity initiative planned by the presidents of both institutions to enhance the college experience for …

Bachelor’s degree offerings and online programs push Spartanburg Methodist enrollment to records

September 11, 2022

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy smcsc.edu) — The start of fall classes brought a record number of students to Spartanburg Methodist College, topping the previous mark set by the College last year. “It’s always exciting to start a new school year and welcome both familiar and new faces,” said SMC President Scott Cochran. “Knowing that more students …

Southern Wesleyan adds new biomechanics professor to exercise science program

September 11, 2022

CENTRAL, S.C. (courtesy swu.edu) — The Southern Wesleyan University School of Science STeM announced Dr. John Krzyszkowski as assistant professor of Exercise Science beginning in Fall 2022. Dr. Krzyszkowski’s research interest focuses on biomechanics, with publications that improve sport performance and injury mitigation. In addition to his research, Dr. Krzyszkowski brings training and experience as …