Member College News

GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy furman.edu) — This spring, Furman University will begin its largest construction project to date, a comprehensive renovation of South Housing that will include building a new residence hall and updating four others in the complex devoted to first-year students. The project will replace the current Blackwell Hall, relocate the Center for Inclusive …

GAFFNEY, S.C. (courtesy limestone.edu) — Thanks to a partnership between Limestone and the City of Gaffney, a new bike-share pilot program will soon become a reality at the university. Limestone students Mason Gilbert, Abigail Smith, and Alison Walsh made a presentation to the City Council in April 2021 to pitch the concept of a collaborative …

SUMTER, S.C. (courtesy morris.edu) — Dr. James Vinson (Ted) Wilson, Sr., Morris alumnus and board member, presented $200,000 from his family during the last in-person board meeting of 2021. Dr. Wilson gave the gift as continuing appreciation for Morris College. He hopes his gift will inspire others to give back to his alma mater. Dr. …

NEWBERRY, S.C. (courtesy newberrywolves.com and wach.com) — The Newberry college wrestling team is building a dynasty in their conference and they continue to make moves on a national scale. According to the Wolves, they only have one speed. “Full throttle.” said freshman Kaleb Haven. “We’re ready to rock ‘n’ roll.” At the NWCA National Duals …

TIGERVILLE, S.C. (courtesy ngu.edu) — Dr. Arnold E. Emery, lifelong northern Greenville County resident, noted businessman, church leader, and philanthropist, passed away on December 10, 2021. He was 92. NGU President Dr. Gene C. Fant, Jr., said Dr. Emery embodied the ideals of North Greenville with his lifelong dedication to being a transformational leader in …

CLINTON, S.C. (courtesy presby.edu) — The Clinton Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) has elected Presbyterian College President Dr. Matthew vandenBerg to serve on its board of directors. “I am excited and honored for the opportunity to strengthen and grow the partnership between Clinton and its college,” said vandenBerg. “We are a proud member of this community, …

CENTRAL, S.C. (courtesy swu.edu) — Dr. Michael Hylen’s new book, “Cultivating Emotional Intelligence: The 5 Habits of the Emotion Coach,” centers on how educators may build and use positive relationships with their students to help them grow in emotional intelligence. Additionally, the book seeks to answer the question, “What is the end goal of growing …

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy smcsc.edu) — From the coal mines of Virginia to Spartanburg Methodist College, Ricky Hess, the college’s maintenance supervisor, has always been a hard worker. Hess has more than 20 years of experience in maintenance, but his true skill is in learning how things work. From air conditioning to guitars to flooring to …

DENMARK, S.C. (courtesy voorhees.edu) — Voorhees College President Ronnie Hopkins shared several priorities and successes with faculty and staff during the biannual faculty and staff institute, Jan. 4, which was held virtually. Classes will begin Mar. 14 for the newly-approved master of education degree in teaching and learning and the college looks forward to its …