South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities
A Voice for Independent Higher Education in South Carolina
Columbia International University showcased their new William Jones Global Business and IT Center for SCICU’s spring board meeting on February 25. SCICU trustees and college/university presidents were welcomed by CIU President Dr. Mark Smith. Dr. Scott Adams, dean of CIU’s school of business, highlighted CIU’s investment in and transformation of the Monticello Road corridor surrounding …
Based on the professional knowledge, talent, and enthusiasm demonstrated by undergraduate researchers at this year’s SCICU Research Symposium, these students have promising futures in fields as diverse as biology, chemistry, music, public health, art, and environmental science. The Feb. 20, 2020 SCICU Research Symposium gave students from SCICU member colleges and universities the opportunity to …
Message from SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez – I am going to tell you the story of an indomitable young woman. She refused to be contained by the many obstacles she encountered in her efforts to found a school, succumbing only to the limitations her own body imposed.* Throughout her life her determination and …
We have some good news from the General Assembly — the House version of the state budget was approved by the Ways and Means Committee and is very supportive of independent higher education: Fully funds the Tuition Grant Commission request for $1.1 million in recurring funds. Adds $600,000 from the CHE Needs-Based Aid program. Fully …
The Executive Budget – After considerable progress in Congress toward increasing federal financial aid, President Trump has submitted his FY2021 budget request, and it includes similar deep cuts as he proposed last year. As you review the following summary, keep in mind that these proposals are most likely “dead on arrival” in Congress: Hold Pell …
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy converse.edu, postandcourier.com, and wistv.com) — SCICU’s two single-gender member institutions, Columbia College and Converse College, will make history fall semester 2021 with the addition of co-ed residential undergraduate program options. Columbia College President Carol Moore and Converse College president Krista Newkirk both cite research indicating declining admissions interest in women-only institutions. “Fewer …
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) is pleased to announce the selection of President L. Jeffrey Perez, Ph.D., for the 13th class of the Riley Institute at Furman University’s Diversity Leaders Initiative (DLI). DLI draws leaders throughout South Carolina for participation in groups located in the Midlands, Upstate, and Lowcountry regions. …
Need to beat the winter doldrums? SCICU colleges and universities offer lots of special events, including concerts, sporting events, and arts exhibitions to bring back the smiles. Click on the school links below to find events scheduled at your favorite college or university. Allen University Anderson University Benedict College Charleston Southern University Claflin University Coker …
Message from SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez – New Year’s resolutions typically firm our resolve to undertake some form of self-improvement. Getting in shape, reading more, and improving your finances come to mind. This year, how about doing something that will be good for you, your community and South Carolina. Be counted in the …
