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University of South Carolina’s freshman class has highest average GPA on record
The incoming class of around 8,050, second-largest in the university's history, is also made up of an estimated 60% women, with 53% of students from South Carolina. More than 16% are first-generation college students.
College of Charleston introduces four new programs
College of Charleston is launching four new academic programs this fall, giving students even more options for future career paths. Programs include environmental geosciences, electrical engineering, a nursing partnership and a minor
Gift of $1M donated to support Furman football
A supporter had anonymously given Furman University $1 million to support its football program. The funds can be spent at the head coach’s discretion with consultation from the athletics director.
ECPI receives top ranking from Military Times
ECPI University, which has a campus in North Charleston, ranked No. 1 among the best colleges and universities for veterans and military service members in the career and technical college category.
Clemson researchers turn tree byproduct into foam
Today’s trees may not only be tomorrow’s kitchen tables and plywood. According to Clemson University researchers, they could also transform into a sustainable alternative to the foam used in car seats and in the insoles of shoes.
Lowe offers Citadel cadets on-site training experience
After a year of homebound learning, real-time field experience must be a refreshing change of pace for college students, especially those in The Citadel School of Engineering. Incoming cadet-recruits of the Excellence in Civil Eng
University of South Carolina chosen as Anne Frank House partner site
The site is one of only four in the world to offer a permanent exhibition and educational program in partnership with the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam. Visitors can schedule guided tours beginning Sept. 15.
BMW expands apprenticeship program
Fifteen rising high school seniors signed on as the inaugural BMW Rising Scholars, one of two workforce development programs the company launched today, in the halls of Spartanburg's Zentrum.
New CofC program aims to improve workplace success for Black students
Treasure Richardson wants to go to Mars and the Jupiter moon, Europa. To get there, the Hopkins resident plans to major in astrophysics and minor in biomedical physics and biology on her trajectory to NASA. From there, fueled by h
Benedict College pledges to increase plant-based menu offerings
The Columbia school is working with food service contractor Perkins Management Services to increase plant-based menu offerings by 5% through 2024. A Meatless Monday tailgate will celebrate the initiative on Aug. 16.
Greenville Tech engineering students can transfer to The Citadel
Greenville Technical College is joining The Citadel in a mutual effort to provide enhanced engineering education opportunities for non-cadet students who want to elevate their two-year program to a four-year engineering degree.
ManuFirst SC program provides manufacturing training for Berkeley County residents
ManuFirst SC is kicking off a four-week training course to prepare Berkeley County residents for manufacturing jobs—and offering scholarships. The sessions will run Aug. 16 through Sept. 15 at Trident Technical College’s B
