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Site chosen for South Carolina’s first veterinary college
The state’s first college of veterinary medicine will be constructed in Pendleton on land next to one of the most pristine areas of the Clemson University Experimental Forest. The university trustees this week approved the acquisition of the 87-acre tract of land through an agreement with …
Former college first lady leaves Converse University a record $10.3M
A former “first lady” of Converse University has left an estate gift of $10.3 million to the Spartanburg school — the largest planned gift in Converse history and its second-largest gift of any kind.
Meyer Center taps Monica Gibson for director of development role
Greenville, SC – The Meyer Center for Special Children is pleased to welcome Monica Gibson as director of development. With extensive experience in fund development, strategic management, relationship building and operational oversight, Gibson’s background is a natural fit for the organization and will help propel the Me[...]
CBL State Savings Bank Charitable Foundation Supports the African American Male Scholars Initiative at Greenville Technical College
CBL State Savings Bank Charitable Foundation recently awarded $2,500 to support the African American Male Scholars Initiative (AAMSI) at Greenville Technical College. This donation will go a long way in supporting the AAMSI’s mission to empower African-American male students in achieving their educational and career goals.[...]
Converse Celebrates the Legacy and Philanthropy of Ernestine Raclin
Spartanburg, SC: Lifelong supporter of higher education and former Converse first lady Ernestine Melvin Morris Carmichael Raclin (1927-2023) further cemented her legacy at Converse with a generous estate gift of $10.3 million. This planned gift is the largest legacy gift and the second largest single gift in Converse’s history[...]
Converse University Announces New Director of Alumni Relations
Spartanburg, SC – Inspired by her professional poise and passion for education, Converse University announced that Dr. Andrea Weatherman Kikkert, member of the Class of 2005, will serve as the new director of alumni relations. She will begin her duties remotely on January 15 before joining the Institutional Advancement sta[...]
ECPI University Nabs Top Spot in “2023 Best for Vets: Colleges”
Virginia Beach, VA – ECPI University is pleased to announce its inclusion in the Military Times 2023 Best for Vets lists released on November 6, 2023. In Best for Vets: Colleges, ECPI University ranked first in the Career and Technical Education category, placing 21st overall out of 325 colleges and universities. Additionally,[...]
Converse University Recognized As Finalist for InnoVision Education Award
Spartanburg, SC: On Thursday, November 9, Converse University was named a finalist for the InnoVision Education Award during a ceremony held at the historic 1208 Washington Place in downtown Columbia, South Carolina. This award recognizes innovative approaches to education in South Carolina that create new educational opportunit[...]
Anderson, Pendleton colleges adopt new transfer program
Tri-County Technical College and Anderson University signed an articulation agreement Sept. 19, outlining a new transfer program to support students who are looking to advance their education in business and other areas.
Spartanburg Community College expands nurse education
Spartanburg Community College is increasing its capacity to bring more nurses into the workforce.
Grant of $100,000 helps USC Upstate cover tuition for Spartanburg teachers
A $100,000 grant will help the University of South Carolina Upstate cover tuition for eight aspiring teachers that will work for Spartanburg School District 2.
How the University of South Carolina is preparing its future workforce for success
As preparing for the future workforce entails more technology such as digital transformation and artificial intelligence, an important question is: what is going to happen to the number of jobs?
