South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities
A Voice for Independent Higher Education in South Carolina
CLINTON, S.C. (courtesy presby.edu) — Dr. Floyd Michael Nicholson (PC Class of 2014) was working as a dentist in private practice when he noticed something was missing in his career. “I felt like my position in private practice wasn’t reaching the communities that needed me the most,” he said. So he left his position in …
CENTRAL, S.C. (courtesy swu.edu) — Southern Wesleyan University leads Wesleyan higher education in finding opportunities to recognize those who have served or are continuing to serve in the military. Southern Wesleyan University (SWU) has been named a Top Military Friendly School for three years in a row (2018-2021). Southern Wesleyan University offers tuition discounts to …
SCICU in DC — Every year SCICU participates in the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities (NAICU) Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill. This year we were virtual. On February 10th, a delegation of SCICU presidents met via video link with members of Congress and their staffs – we deeply appreciate their making time to …
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Student researchers showcased their scholarship during SCICU’s first-ever virtual Research Symposium held Feb. 18. The symposium is the culmination of year-long research projects underwritten by the SCICU Undergraduate Student/Faculty Research Program. In recent years the symposium was held at the Milliken & Company headquarters in Spartanburg, S.C., but COVID-19 precautions dictated it …
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy smcsc.edu) — For most, a college education is a step in the journey to a career. For one Spartanburg Methodist College (SMC) student, her college education is a step on the way to her calling. Genoa Tobin, Noa to those who know her, came to SMC knowing exactly where she wants to …
DENMARK, S.C. (courtesy voorhees.edu) — Voorhees College proudly announces a $2 million collaboration with International Business Machines (IBM) in a comprehensive program designed to develop diverse and high demand skill sets that align with industry needs and trends so both students and faculty can develop the skills they need for technology-based careers. Voorhees and IBM …
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy wofford.edu) — Wofford College students will have an opportunity to study abroad with familiar faces in the fall, when the college offers its first faculty-led study abroad program in Freiburg, Germany. While “Wofford in Freiburg” is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors, it may be particularly attractive to those who are continuing …
Starting Fresh — In President Biden we have a new Chief Executive from a different political party. He brings a new perspective on higher education that will be realized by his own leadership team at the U.S. Department of Education. We also have a new majority in the U.S. Senate. Now it’s up to us …
HARTSVILLE, S.C. (courtesy coker.edu) — Kalmia Gardens of Coker University recently celebrated the completion of its new observation platform, which was made possible thanks to generous grants from The Byerly Foundation, Carolina Pines Regional Medical Center, The Charles and Elizabeth Coker Foundation, The Charles and Joan Coker Foundation, The Kooken Family Foundation, and The Sonoco …