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Fort Jackson, Columbia International University forge partnership
A new agreement will allow soldiers enlisted in the Chaplain Corps to earn business administration degrees from the private Christian university by translating military training into college credits.
PalmettoBaby Grant program returns for 9th year
S.C. families with babies born on May 29 are eligible to receive a $529 grant toward future college savings when their parents open a Future Scholar 529 College Savings Plan by Aug. 31.
Columbia International University to hold business academy
The four-day academy for high school students will be held from July 12-15 and be led by CIU faculty. The curriculum will include leadership training and networking and feature a capstone business project.
Chapin High English teacher wins state honor
Amy Carter, who has taught high school English for 21 years, has been named the S.C. Teacher of the Year. Carter receives $25,000 and use of a new BMW for a year of service as a roving education ambassador.
MTC freezes tuition for 2021-22 school year
The decision marks the second consecutive year that Midlands Technical College will not raise tuition rates. The school said it will offer on-campus classes as well as online and hybrid learning options for many courses this fall.
Nephron offering diversity internship program this summer
The West Columbia-based pharmaceutical company and the ISPE Foundation have partnered to offer a 12-week summer program for members of groups typically underrepresented in the industry. Applications are due May 6.
Collaboration to build learning labs in underserved communities
A partnership between Benedict College, the University of South Carolina and Apple will build a network of free-to-use labs that will provide broadband access and educational programming across the state.
Lugoff-Elgin journalism teacher finalist for state award
Jenny Proctor, who teaches ninth through 12th grades and is an 18-year education veteran, received $10,000 and advances to the next stage of competition for S.C. Teacher of the Year. The winner will be announced in May.
Gilbert High School science teacher finalist for state award
Dani Stroud is one of five finalists for the award, to be presented at a May gala in Columbia. Stroud receives $10,000 and moves on the next round of competition, which includes an interview with a team of expert judges.
MTC to hold in-person graduation May 1 at Segra Park
The 10 a.m. ceremony, which will also be livestreamed, will feature Midlands Tech graduate and law firm founder Bianca Williams as commencement speaker. Face coverings and social distancing will be required.
Chapin High English teacher finalist for state award
Amy Carter is one of five finalists for the S.C. Teacher of the Year awarded, to be announced during a gala in Columba in May. Carter receives $10,000 and advances to the next stage of the competition.
Midlands struggle to retain University of South Carolina graduates
According to a study released today, the university creates one out of every nine jobs in the Midlands, but nearly 62% of graduates live elsewhere. The study found that the school has an annual S.C. economic impact of $6.2 billion.
