South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities
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COLUMBIA, S.C. — Thanks to a new gift from the John I. Smith Charities, more students at South Carolina’s private colleges and universities can weather unexpected financial challenges and stay in school to finish their degrees. A Greer, S.C.-based philanthropic organization focusing on education, human services, and the arts, John I. Smith Charities is directing …
SCICU salutes businesses participating in the SCICU Business Partner program. FortifyData, Pioneer College Caterers, and Wyche are our spotlight partners for May 2024. Please see the links below to learn more about these partners. The SCICU Business Partner directory lists all partners currently participating in the program. Emma Reabold, SCICU vice president for development and campus services, …
CLINTON, S.C. (courtesy presby.edu) — Dr. Anita Olson Gustafson took the oath of office as Presbyterian College’s 20th president April 26, setting history and charting a compelling new course for the college’s future. In front of family, students, friends, faculty, and delegates from more than a dozen other higher education institutions, Gustafson pledged to lead …
GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy furman.edu) — Furman University has launched a five-year strategic plan to strengthen its position as a university of innovation and impact, foster a thriving community, and ensure a sustainable future, President Elizabeth Davis announced May 13. The “FUture Focused” strategic plan will guide Furman and its faculty and staff through 2029. Recognized …
DUE WEST, S.C. (courtesy erskine.edu) — A new Erskine College soccer field to be named for former Erskine soccer Coach Ralph Lundy is now in the early stages of construction, Vice President for Athletics Ralph Patterson reports. Erskine President Dr. Steve Adamson is enthusiastic about the project. “You may have noticed several earthmoving trucks on …
SUMTER, S.C. (courtesy morris.edu) — Class of 2024 graduating high school seniors are invited to apply to Morris College for their Fast Track program. In the program, 42 students can earn up to 9 college credits this summer at Morris College. All costs of the program, with the exception of transportation to and from classes, …
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy converse.edu) — On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, Converse University, Wofford College, OneSpartanburg, and Spartanburg County School Districts Three and Seven announced their collaboration to invest in Spartanburg’s future through education with a signing ceremony for Wofford students for the 2024-2025 academic year. This 4+1 cooperative alliance allows students to achieve their Master …
NEWBERRY, S.C. (courtesy newberry.edu) — Newberry College has entered a historic new partnership with the South Carolina Army National Guard. The agreement was announced May 1 in a ceremony at Holland Hall on the college campus. The enhanced partnership includes a $1,000 scholarship, acceptance of all tuition assistance from the South Carolina Army National Guard, …
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy ciurams.com) — The CIU women’s track & field team closed out the Appalachian Athletic Conference (AAC) Outdoor Championships April 20 with their most memorable performance in program history. After entering the day leading the pack, the Rams delivered several notable performances as they ran away from the competition for their first-ever AAC …
