SC Independent Colleges & Universities

COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy columbiasc.edu) — As an 18-year-old girl, with intentions to move back down South for college after a recent relocation to Fairfield, OH, Lori Allen had a special feeling that Columbia College was for her. You know her as Lori Allen: bridal couture expert with over 40 years of experience and star of …

HARTSVILLE, S.C. (courtesy coker.edu) — Coker University recently added eight new faculty members, making several strategic hires to meet the academic needs and expectations of its students. These new faculty members include: Jennifer Erin Bailey Special Lecturer, Dance B.F.A., Columbia College; M.F.A., Texas Woman’s University “I specialize in Improvisation and research ways to challenge traditional …

TRENTON, S.C. (courtesy claflin.edu and postandcourier.com) — Stephon, an inmate at Trenton Correctional Institution near Aiken, spends his afternoons studying criminal justice. He takes notes on his lectures using a prison-issued tablet, notebooks and pens. As he whittles away at his assignments, he dreams of a future career as a lawyer. Stephon did not think …

CHARLESTON, S.C. (courtesy charlestonsouthern.edu) — From an 8th grade talent show to large music venues, Aaron Hines ’16 has performed on stages of all sizes—but none bigger than the one he walked on recently at Universal Studios in Hollywood. Hines is currently competing on Season 21 of “The Voice,” an NBC Emmy Award-winning musical competition …

GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy bju.edu) — After canceling all study abroad trips during summer 2020 and 2021 due to COVID-19, BJU will offer eight study abroad trips this summer to enhance students’ academic experience. Value of Study Abroad Dr. Jeremy Patterson, chair of the Division of World Languages and Cultures, directs study abroad trips and encourages …

COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy benedict.edu) — On Oct. 6 Benedict College announced its participation in an ambitious new initiative between 28 institutions and Strada Education Network, a nonprofit social impact organization dedicated to increasing individuals’ economic mobility by fostering more purposeful connections between education and work. The initiative, powered by an initial $25 million grant from …

ANDERSON, S.C. (courtesy andersonuniversity.edu) — Out of his love for Anderson University and a longstanding commitment to helping young men and women access educational opportunities, Mr. Bill Brissey established the Bill and Grace Brissey Endowed Scholarship in honor of his family and his late wife, who was his strength. Mr. Brissey says of his wife, …

COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy allenuniversity.edu) — Rev. Dr. Samuel L. Green, Sr., chair of the Allen University Board of Trustees, has been nominated for a Democratic National Committee At-Large Member position by Chairman of the DNC Jaime Harrison. As a DNC At-Large Member, Bishop Green will accept a four-year appointment to ensure the Democratic Party reflects …