College of Charleston: News Archive

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College Launches Digital Library: The College launches a collaborative effort to build an online library with 50,000 items.- (07/02/09)
College Helps Low Peforming Public Schools in Charleston: The School of Education, Health, and Human Performance is sponsoring an Institute to help the 15 lowest performing schools in Charleston County.- (07/01/09)
English Professor Publishes First Book: John Bruns publishes "Loopholes, Reading Comically."- (06/19/09)
Dorothea Benton Frank to Launch Book Tour at College of Charleston: NYT Bestselling author to hold book signing in College Bookstore on June 30. - (06/17/09)
Art Historian Awarded Prestigious Fellowship in England: Matthew Canepa was awarded $80,000 and inducted into Society of Antiquaries of London. - (06/15/09)
Communication Professor Wins Top Award: Leigh Moscowitz won the nation's top award for her doctoral dissertation.- (06/09/09)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Votes to Increase Tuition: Board also increases financial aid available to students. - (06/08/09)
Homecoming 2010 Dates Announced: Homecoming will be held February 1-6, 2010.- (06/05/09)
School of the Arts Hosts National Voice Conference: Music majors will have the opportunity to learn from the best professors in the nation.- (06/04/09)
College Works to Strengthen Caribbean Ties: The CLAW Program is involved in the 2009 Carifest Symposium to be held on June 11.- (06/03/09)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting on June 8. - (06/03/09)
College of Charleston Women's Athletics Program Wins Top SoCon Award: Program wins the Germann Cup. - (05/28/09)
Undergraduate Research Grants Awarded: Nearly 40 teams of students and faculty will work on undergraduate research projects this summer. - (05/22/09)
Business Students Receive High Marks in National Competition: SIFE team named first runner-up.- (05/20/09)
College Collaborates with Smithsonian Museum: The Smithsonian's "Save Our African American Treasures" program will come to Charleston on May 30.- (05/13/09)
College Presents Unique, Interactive Performance: Amori Vini brings the musical compositions to life as the audience tastes the wines that served as inspiration.- (05/13/09)
College's Bully Pulpit Series Wins Statewide Award: The non-partisan Bully Pulpit series brought four candidates including Senator John McCain and President Barack Obama to campus- (05/11/09)
Graduates Urged to "Build Their Brand": Congratulations to the more than 1,500 members of the Class of 2009.- (05/09/09)
Graduate School Awards Degrees to Largest Class Ever: 106 students received their graduate degrees.- (05/08/09)
College Presents Sneak Peek of 2009 Spoleto Festivals: The hour-long event that highlights must-see performances will be held on May 12 at 6:00 p.m.- (05/07/09)
Record Number of Grads Accepted to Veterinary School: College of Charleston pre-health majors are seeing success despite tough economy.- (05/05/09)
Graduate Student Receives NSF Fellowship: MES candidate Sarah Latshaw receives more than $120,000 for research and education.- (05/05/09)
Women's Tennis Team Wins Southern Conference Championship: Team Heads to NCAA Tournament- (04/27/09)
Women’s Golf Earns At-Large Bid to NCAA Tournament: Cougars make third trip in four years to NCAA Regional.- (04/27/09)
Alumni, Professor Named Forty Under 40: Six alumni and a professor are among the Charleston Regional Business Journal's 2009 Forty Under 40.- (04/27/09)
Student Wins Prestigious Journalism Scholarship: Nathan Frandino earned the Mundy Scholarship from the SC Press Association.- (04/27/09)
More than 900 Cans Traded for Fines: The Addlestone Library's Food for Fines campaign was a huge success with more than 900 cans delivered to the Lowcountry Food Bank.- (04/24/09)
College Brings International Education to the Community: The Japan Festival will be held at the College and Memminger Elementary on Friday, April 24.- (04/22/09)
Women's Tennis Coach Angelo Anastopoulo Earns 500th Win: Anastopoulo in his 18th season as the women's head coach.- (04/20/09)
Sailing Team Heads to National Championship: Championship will be held next month. - (04/20/09)
Charlotte Beers and Dennis Encarnation to Speak at Graduation Ceremonies: Graduation held on May 8 and 9.- (04/20/09)
College of Charleston Equestrian Set For IHSA Nationals: This is the Cougars' 22nd appearance over the past 26 years.- (04/20/09)
Open House for Prospective Students: More than 700 students and their families are expected on April 18.- (04/17/09)
Admission Application Record Set: In-state applications are up 17% and out of state are up 8%.- (04/16/09)
Graduate School Grows in Tough Economy: The Graduate School inquiries and applications have grown 504% since 2007.- (04/16/09)
Choir Concert Dedicated to Provost: The nationally acclaimed Concert Choir will present its Spring Concert.- (04/16/09)
Student Humanitarian Award Winner: Senior Jennifer Repede is the recipient of the 2009 Conrad Festa Humanitarian Award.- (04/16/09)
Accountancy Grads Secure Jobs: Ninety percent of Master's graduates have secured jobs with a month remaining before graduation.- (04/15/09)
Sustainability Film Targets Students: A short film encourages students to get involved with the sustainable campus movement.- (04/15/09)
Test Drive a Master's Degree: The One Course Initiative waives the application fee for one graduate course and provides free test preparation.- (04/14/09)
Communication Advisory Council Elects New Members: David Campbell, Hayes Roth and Judy DeRango Wicks are the Council's new members.- (04/14/09)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting on April 16-17, 2009- (04/13/09)
Food for Fines: Help the community and erase library fines through April 18.- (04/13/09)
Carter Real Estate Center Launches Home Value Index: Index adds a new dimension to real estate analysis.- (04/10/09)
Community Memorial for Bill Moore: The community is invited to a memorial on April 13 at 3:00 p.m. in Physicians Auditorium.- (04/07/09)
Graduate Students Combine Coursework and the Community: MAT candidates are hosting a Poetry Slam for Buist Academy middle school students.- (04/07/09)
200 to Participate in Model UN Conference: The Conference, held April 10 and 11, is open to anyone interested in watching the UN in action.- (04/06/09)
Professor Comments on Italy Earthquake: Seismologist Erin Beutel says earthquakes are more common in Italy than SC.- (04/06/09)
Congratulations to Multicultural ExCEL Award Winners: Nearly 30 students, faculty, staff and alumni were honored for spreading the benefits of diversity.- (04/01/09)
Equestrian Team Heads to National Championship: Championship will be on April 23-26. - (03/31/09)
UPS Foundation President to Speak On Campus: Ken Sternad will speak as part of the Department of Communication's Executive Speaker Series.- (03/27/09)
Accepted Students Day Draws Nearly 3,000: The College's first ever Accepted Students Day is a success with nearly 500 students from SC and 31 other states represented.- (03/24/09)
SIFE Students Compete for National Championship: College's SIFE team to compete in the 2009 SIFE USA National Exposition.- (03/24/09)
College's Bonner Leaders Program a Success in First Year: Bonner Leaders will log 3,150 hours serving the College and Charleston communities. - (03/23/09)
Bonner Leaders Host Engage and Empower Week: Bonner Leaders have organized forums to discuss important issues within the Charleston community.- (03/23/09)
College of Charleston Introduces New CLforJava: New Software intertwines Common Lisp programming language with the Java programming.- (03/23/09)
Student Film Festival Sets Record: A packed house viewed the top films created by students in the largest festival to date.- (03/20/09)
College's EMS Unit Earns Top Honors: The EMS Unit placed first in trauma skills and fourth in the overall competition.- (03/19/09)
College Hosts Record Book Signing: The Bookstore is hosting 30 female authors as a celebration of Women's History Month.- (03/19/09)
Multicultural ExCEL Awards Ceremony Approaching: Nearly 30 people from across campus and the community will be recognized for their efforts to promote multiculturalism.- (03/17/09)
Grant Funds "Lincoln in American Memory": The CLAW program will host "Lincoln in American Memory" as part of the bicentennial anniversary.- (03/17/09)
College Hosts International Conference Focused on Growing Field: The Comparative and International Education Society Annual Conference will be held starting March 23 and several events are open to the public.- (03/17/09)
College of Charleston To Play at Troy in College Basketball Invitational: Cougars play first game on March 18. - (03/16/09)
College Holds Book Publishing Workshop: Panel discussion is aimed at demystifying the process of getting a book published.- (03/16/09)
Communication Faculty Member Earns Fulbright: Robert Westerfelhaus will travel to Poland to lecture on film, media and American popular culture.- (03/16/09)
Noted Chef Nathalie Dupree Speaks on Campus: Dupree will whip up recipes using two ingredients with a rich SC history - tea and bourbon.- (03/13/09)
English Professor Wins Fulbright Specialist Grant: Scott Peeples recognized for his research and writing on Edgar Allan Poe. - (03/11/09)
Pathways to Education Open House: Anyone interested in becoming a teacher in SC is invited to learn more.- (03/09/09)
College Grabs Seven “Best of Charleston 2009” Honors: The Charleston community recognizes the College's buildings, students and faculty with multiple awards.- (03/06/09)
Professors Publish Book on S.C. Culture and History: Two professors have authored a book that The State newspaper says "contains surprising nuggets."- (03/05/09)
Cynthia Enloe Helps Students "Rethink Security": The Department of Political Science is hosting security expert Cynthia Enloe on March 11.- (03/03/09)
New Students Can Preview College: Students just starting at the College of Charleston can choose a Summer Preview to learn about the city and meet other students.- (03/02/09)
Future Teachers Get Help Reaching Dreams: Jeremy's Scholarship Gala raises money to help fund tuition for aspiring teachers while they complete their clinical practice.- (03/02/09)
College Nearly Sweeps Statewide Awards: The College of Charleston edged out other SC universities to earn four of six awards.- (02/27/09)
Women's Sailing Tops National Poll: Sailing World ranks the College of Charleston women's sailing team as number one in their World College Women's Rankings.- (02/27/09)
Students Serve During Spring Break: Students are taking Alternative Spring Breaks to Guatemala, Costa Rica, Jamaica and Kentucky.- (02/26/09)
Oprah Features a Halsey Exhibit: Halsey Institute exhibitor Stacy Pearsall will be on the Thursday's Oprah Winfrey Show.- (02/26/09)
Nominations Being Accepted for Multicultural ExCEL Awards: Nominations will be accepted through February 27. Faculty, staff, students and community members can submit and win!- (02/18/09)
College's Nancy Wilson/Bobby Cremins Reach Elite Group: Only the fourth pair of active NCAA Division I men's and women's basketball coaches to reach 500+ victories.- (02/18/09)
Corporate Communication Executive Speaks On Campus: Hayes Roth will discuss how strong brands survive in turbulent times on February 23.- (02/17/09)
Jazz Concert Benefits Upward Bound Program: The Upward Bound college preparatory program for first-generation college students will receive all proceeds from the concert.- (02/16/09)
Students to Rally in Columbia: More than 20 College of Charleston students will ask lawmakers to fund higher education.- (02/13/09)
College Works to Increase Number of African-American Male Teachers: A reception is being held to raise awareness and funds for the Volpe Fellowship.- (02/13/09)
Students Raise $70,000 Through Dance Marathon: The College's largest student-run philanthropic event doubled the amount of money raised last year. Check out a video!- (02/12/09)
College Hosts “Charleston Benches Cancer” Basketball Game: Game To Benefit Charleston Breast Center- (02/12/09)
College's Writing Lab Serves as International Example: Professors from London are visiting the Writing Lab to use as an example abroad.- (02/12/09)
Former Presidential Advisor Speaks on Campus: Patrick Caddell will lecture on "Politics and Communication in the Age of Obama."- (02/11/09)
College Hosts "Saturdays for Youth": The Avery Research Center will be hosting events for community youth on select Saturdays through May.- (02/10/09)
CLAW Presents "Was Abraham Lincoln a Southerner?": The College's CLAW Program will offer lecture by Executive Director Dr. Orville Vernon Burton.- (02/10/09)
College’s Cole Dawley headed to USA Volleyball Tryouts in Colorado: Dawley is the only Southern Conference player that will be competing at the Training Center- (02/10/09)
SGA President Says Student Body is Changing: SGA President Seaton Brown called for students to "press on."- (02/09/09)
College Offers Online Courses for Undergraduates: Seven courses will be offered during Maymester and Summer 2009.- (02/06/09)
College Hosts Conference for Charleston Area Educators: The Center for Partnerships to Improve Education will host the fourth annual conference on March 4.- (02/05/09)
Henry VII Expert To Discuss Modern U.S. Politics: Mark Horowitz to speak at the College on February 18.- (02/04/09)
Student Team Wins "my College of Charleston" Video Contest: The winners of the nationwide video contest are announced.- (01/30/09)
Land Named Chair of College of Charleston BOT: Land is the College's first female BOT chair. - (01/30/09)
Mikell Named Vice Chairman of College of Charleston BOT: Mikell was first named to the BOT in 2004.- (01/30/09)
College Professors Confirm Summerville Earthquake: The College's earthquake experts are investigating the January 29, 2009 earthquake.- (01/29/09)
Go Green at the Sustainability Fair: Enjoy a 100 Mile Meal, a recyclable sculputure contest and more!- (01/28/09)
Memorabilia Generates Interest in College Library: Friends of the Library is hosting a book talk with author who donated forgotten treasures.- (01/28/09)
College Works to Recycle More, Waste Less: Recyclemania kicks off on campus for the second year.- (01/28/09)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting will be held January 29-30, 2009- (01/26/09)
College Partners with Local Businesses to Bring Technology to Africa: Group hopes to buy computers and install them in schools and universities in Africa.- (01/26/09)
College of Charleston Celebrates 9th Annual Darwin Week: Events held from February 9-15, 2009.- (01/23/09)
Students Receive $100,000 in Rotary Scholarships: The Rotary Foundation has given five students the opportunity to study abroad.- (01/23/09)
Hundreds Attend Inauguration Watch Party on Campus: The campus community comes together for the inauguration of the 44th President.- (01/22/09)
College's Largest Student-Run Philanthropic Event Heats Up: Dance Marathon set for February 6-7, 2009.- (01/21/09)
Music Professor's Composition on National MLK Broadcast: Trevor Weston's composition will be performed on "The 2009 National Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Concert."- (01/14/09)
Community Invited to Homecoming: The Charleston community is invited to join the Cougars in going green for Homecoming 2009.- (01/14/09)
College Celebrates MLK Day: College of Charleston students and faculty will celebrate MLK with a number of events.- (01/13/09)
Professor Named Top Emerging Scholar by "Diverse" Magazine: School of Business and Economics Assistant Professor Laquita Blockson is one of ten emerging scholars honored.- (01/08/09)
Senior Political Science Major Attends Inauguration Seminar: Patrice Meredith is taking part in the 10-day Presidential Inauguration Seminar.- (01/08/09)
Classes Start January 12: The College of Charleston is open following the holiday break.- (01/05/09)
College Hosts Lecture by U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff: The Friends of the Library will host General T. Michael Moseley.- (01/05/09)
College Awards Degrees During December Commencement: Degrees Conferred Upon 390 undergraduate and 52 graduate students.- (12/20/08)
College Group to Attend Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C.: The group will attend events during Barack Obama's inauguration, the 200th anniversary of the birth of President Abraham Lincoln and a commemoration for Martin Luther King, Jr.- (12/19/08)
College Expands Partnership with Memminger Elementary: The College will provide an international curriculum for elementary students.- (12/17/08)
College Professors Comment on Summerville Earthquake: The College's earthquake experts say this is larger than the average earthquake in the Lowcountry.- (12/16/08)
Final Laura Griffin Run Scheduled: The annual event honoring a College employee will be held on the anniversary of the day she was hit while jogging on the Battery.- (12/16/08)
Finalists Announced for the "my College of Charleston" Video Contest: A panel of judges will now determine the winner of the 32" LG HDTV.- (12/10/08)
College Sees Record Number of Applications for Fall 2009: The applications received for entry in fall 2009 are the strongest and most diverse in the College's history.- (12/09/08)
Jobs Waiting for Master's Graduates: There is a nationwide shortage of bilingual court interpreters and the College offers the only Master's degree in bilingual interpreting.- (12/09/08)
Shao Named Dean of the School of Business and Economics: His tenure begins on March, 15, 2009- (12/08/08)
First Commencement to be Held in New Carolina First Arena: December Commencement will be held December 20 at 10:00 a.m.- (12/08/08)
Students Turn Trash to Cash to Win Google-Sponsored Contest: Business Administration team outsmarted a dozen other teams to be a finalist in the Juicy Ideas Contest.- (12/06/08)
Graduate Student Receives Regional Award for Sustainable Efforts: Nikki Seibert won the Annual Sustainable Communities Award for her efforts at the College and in the community.- (12/05/08)
Avery Research Center Receives Grant to Improve Research Access: Funds will be used to process and catalog manuscripts and materials.- (12/04/08)
Clean Streets, Move Out: The College of Charleston is working with the City of Charleston to provide trash bins and reusable item pick-up at the end of the semester.- (12/04/08)
Communication Students Win Statewide Marketing Award: A team of Communication students earned the Flint Award for Marketing Excellence at the collegiate level.- (11/25/08)
College's “Shrimp on a Treadmill” Featured on the NBC "Today Show".: Lou Burnett talks about the Internet sensation.- (11/25/08)
Professor Says "TWILIGHT" Movie Gets Teens Engaged: Professor of Literacy comments on the "TWILIGHT" book series and recently released movie.- (11/24/08)
ECDC Teaches Sustainability: The College's Early Childhood Development Center is using unique ways to incorporate ecological awareness into the curriculum.- (11/19/08)
College EVP Named South Carolina Marketer of the Year: Michael Haskins was given the state's highest marketing honor for his work to build a brand for the College.- (11/18/08)
Industry Leaders Join Communications Advisory Council: The Department of Communications announces three new members of the Advisory Council.- (11/17/08)
College Choirs Earn National Honors: Two College of Charleston choirs receive national honors in the same year.- (11/17/08)
College Comes to Life for Middle School Students: Middle school students from across the Charleston region are taking part in a unique program that takes learning out of the classroom.- (11/13/08)
Higher Education Committee Will Meet at College of Charleston: Committee will present draft recommendations contained in the Action Plan for Higher Education.- (11/12/08)
College of Charleston To Host Inaugural Charleston Classic: Tournament starts on November 14. - (11/11/08)
College Faculty Among 2009 Fulbright Scholars: Brian Lanahan and Isaure de Buron are the latest recipients of the prestigious Fulbright Scholarships for research abroad.- (11/10/08)
Broadway Composer Duncan Sheik Hosts Workshop for Students: Grammy and Tony award winner Duncan Sheik will discuss Broadway composition and themes with students.- (11/05/08)
Satirist Christopher Buckley Named Distinguished Communicator: Buckley, the son of conservative icon William F. Buckley, will speak at Sottile Theatre on November 6.- (10/30/08)
College Alumna Speaks at American Indian Expo: International Indian advocate Arlinda Locklear will be the keynote speaker at the inaugural American Indian Expo.- (10/28/08)
College Students Compete to Create an Environmental Message: Eight teams of students will compete in an eco-preneurship contest to win a trip to Google's headquarters.- (10/24/08)
Computer Science Students Participate in Prestigious Competition: It is an all-out "battle of the brains" as College students head to the regional competition of the ACM International Collegiate Programming Contest.- (10/23/08)
College Hosts Congressional Candidate From First District: Linda Ketner will speak to students as part of "The College of Charleston Series on Lowcountry Politics and Communication."- (10/20/08)
Students Dash for Trash: Students will participate in the annual scavenger hunt for trash to help keep Charleston streets clean.- (10/17/08)
Storyteller Helps Students Become Better Teachers: Renowned Storyteller Kendall Haven will work with aspiring teachers in the School of Education, Health, and Human Performance.- (10/15/08)
College Participates in Green Building Blitz: The College is helping to build a "green" Habitat for Humanity home on Wadmalaw Island.- (10/15/08)
College of Charleston BOT Meeting: Meeting on October 15 and 16, 2008- (10/14/08)
Honors College Launches the William Aiken Fellows Society: The inaugural class of the William Aiken Fellows Society will be announced on October 20.- (10/14/08)
Students Guide Tours of Historic Homes in Downtown Charleston: Dozens of College of Charleston students take learning out of the classroom during the Historic Preservation Society's Fall Tours of Homes.- (10/14/08)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with "Tres Vidas": The one-woman play depicting the life, times and work of three significant Latin and South American women will be performed on October 20.- (10/13/08)
Graduate Student Receives $150,000 Fellowship: Callie Van Koughnett is the first College of Charleston student to earn the prestigious Fellowship.- (10/10/08)
Cohen Named Dean of School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs: David Cohen has served as interim dean since 2007 and will now step into the role full-time.- (10/09/08)
Community Open House to be Held at Carolina First Arena: Join the College of Charleston for an evening of fun to check out the brand new home court for men's and women's basketball and other athletic teams.- (10/07/08)
College Celebrates Acquisition of Rare Books: The Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library celebrates the acquisitions of five first edition rare books that relate in some way to the Charleston region.- (10/06/08)
Graduate Student Wins Award at Carolinas Convention: A Department of Communication graduate student and several faculty members earned recognition at the Annual Convention of the Carolinas Communication Association.- (10/06/08)
Dining Services Go Green: The College of Charleston is working to reduce its carbon footprint through several initiatives.- (10/05/08)
Dining Services Goes Green: Dining Services has unveiled several new initiatives to help reduce the College's carbon footprint.- (10/03/08)
College of Charleston Receives Largest Gift in its History: Businessman Guy E. Beatty, Jr., will give $60 million dollars to the College. - (10/02/08)
College Receives Record Amount in Grant Funding: The College received more than $7.5 million during 2007-2008, which directly benefited almost 150 students.- (09/30/08)
Olympian Competes for Cougars: Juan Maegli won his first sailing competition for the College.- (09/29/08)
College Faculty Promoted: Congratulations to the more than two dozen faculty members who earned tenure for the fall 2008 semester.- (09/29/08)
College Joins South Carolina Computing Consortium: Consortium is a partnership for the development of cyberinfrastructure. - (09/26/08)
"The Secret Life of Bees" Premiere Benefits College Initiative: LILA, a College literary program, is hosting and will receive the proceeds from the premiere.- (09/26/08)
College Spotlights Hispanic Heritage: The Department of Hispanic Studies has many events planned to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.- (09/26/08)
College Launches Video Contest: Win a 32" LG HDTV by submitting a three minute or less video about "my College of Charleston."- (09/25/08)
Bookstore Hosts Author Signings: Best-sellers, alumni and professors will be signing their books as part of Family Weekend on October 4.- (09/24/08)
Open House on Saturday for Interested Students: Students interested in attending this Saturday's open house should register on the admissions page.- (09/22/08)
Celebrate German with Oktoberfest: The College's German Club is hosting their 8th Annual Oktoberfest with traditional food, drinks and oompah band.- (09/22/08)
ECDC Featured for Technology Use: The College's Early Childhood Development Center has been featured in Young Children magazine.- (09/18/08)
Public Lecture Series Will Explore the "Regulated Wild": The Wachovia Distinguished Public Lecture Series kicks off another year of presentations on September 18.- (09/15/08)
College Hosts Personal Discussion with German Author: Award-winning German Novelist Egon Gramer will stop at the College of Charleston during his United States tour.- (09/15/08)
BB&T Establishes Research Initiative at College of Charleston: Initiative will support the study of free enterprise and political economy.- (09/11/08)
College Offers $200,000 in Study Abroad Scholarships: The increase in scholarship money for study abroad programs is an effort to give more students an opportunity for an international experience.- (09/11/08)
Communication Executive Speaker Series Kicks Off Semester: A former Allstate Insurance executive and nationally known public relations leader will speak to the College community on September 15.- (09/11/08)
Nationally Known Communication Execs Lead the "Digital Dish": Four nationally known executives will lead a discussion on the topic of "Digital Dish: 21st Century Presidential Communication."- (09/09/08)
College Web Cameras Go Live!: Check out campus on the web with two new web cameras that show College Street and the new Science Center.- (09/08/08)
Dr. Qanta Ahmed Reads on Campus: Dr. Qanta Ahmed, a groundbreaking female, Muslim doctor in Saudi Arabia, will read from her memoir.- (09/08/08)
German Ambassador to Speak to Campus Community: Ambassador Dr. Klaus Scharioth will speak on September 24.- (09/03/08)
College Sets Record for Senior Citizen Students: The over-60 students include retired professors, a rocket scientist and even the "three musketeers!"- (09/02/08)
All Creative Writing Faculty Publish This Year: Carol Ann Davis, Anthony Varallo, Bret Lott and Paul Allen will also be a part of the fall Visiting Writers Series, which kicks off September 11.- (09/02/08)
Students to 'Rethink Security': The Department of Political Science will host security expert Cynthia Enloe as part of "Bodies and Borders: Rethinking Security for the 21st Century."- (09/01/08)
Professor Wins Prestigious Award: Massimo Maggiari is one of just eight people ever to be given the Pea Award.- (08/29/08)
Observatory Open to the Public: Telescopes will be available for public viewing on September 5.- (08/29/08)
College Opens with New Facilities and Programs for Fall 2008: Classes resumed on August 26 with nearly 3,000 new students and 40 full-time faculty members.- (08/27/08)
College To Host Food Drive: Food will be collected on August 28 at the Stern Student Center. - (08/25/08)
College Receives High Marks from U.S. News and World Report: Charleston is selected as an "Up and Coming" school by the magazine.- (08/22/08)
College Faculty Invited to Examine and Influence Arts Education: College of Charleston is the only organization with two representatives invited to an elite summit of thought leaders at the Aspen Institute.- (08/15/08)
Thousands of Students Expected to Attend Inaugural Georgestock: The block party will be a new tradition that introduces new students to the College community.- (08/15/08)
ECDC Faculty Publish in Prominent Journals and Textbooks: The College's Early Childhood Development Center focuses on faculty research and writing for publication.- (08/12/08)
College Hosts YMCA Field Day: Incoming Freshmen have the opportunity to volunteer at the YMCA Field Day through the College's Community Service Center.- (08/12/08)
Shirley Hinson Named College's Director of Government Relations: Hinson served in the South Carolina House for 11 years. - (08/11/08)
College Announces Friends of the Carter Real Estate Center: First Meeting of the Group is August 26, 2008.- (08/07/08)
Carolina First Center Construction on Schedule for November Opening: The new Carolina First Center should be ready to open in time for ESPN's Charleston Classic, featuring the Cougars and seven other teams.- (08/01/08)
College Named One of "The 368 Best Colleges" by The Princeton Review: Student surveys by The Princeton Review also ranked Charleston as one of the top 15 "Great College Towns."- (07/29/08)
Watt Named Executive Vice President for Institutional Advancement: George P. Watt, Jr. begins work on September 2, 2008- (07/24/08)
Essay Winners Meet Author Toni Morrison: Toni Morrison will be on campus on Friday, July 25 to read from her new novel and in the audience will be two College essay contest winners.- (07/23/08)
Bret Lott on National Book Tour: College of Charleston professor promoting his new novel, "Ancient Highway."- (07/21/08)
Faculty Member Wins State Department Grant: Joyce Barrett will consult with the Republic of Georgia on government-media relations.- (07/17/08)
Bunce Island Exhibit Opens in Addlestone Library: “Bunce Island: A British Slave Castle in Sierra Leone” is part of commemoration of the bicentenary of the banning of the international slave trade. - (07/16/08)
ESPN Announces Inaugural Charleston Classic Basketball Tournament: The tournament will be played at the College of Charleston's new Carolina First Center, Nov. 14-16, 2008.- (07/16/08)
College Sets Record for Student-Athletes on SoCon Honor Roll: A record 188 student-athletes from the College of Charleston are named to the SoCon Academic Honor Roll.- (07/08/08)
Monte Lee Named Cougars Head Baseball Coach: Former College of Charleston standout Monte Lee replaces John Pawlowski as head baseball coach.- (07/03/08)
Author Toni Morrison to Read On Campus: Award-winning author Toni Morrison will read from her new novel, A Mercy, during the Fifth Biennial Conference of the Toni Morrison Society.- (07/01/08)
Former College of Charleston Player Called Up To Yankees: Former Cougar baseball standout Brett Gardner is now on the New York Yankees' roster.- (06/30/08)
College Offers Medical Consultations for Study Abroad: Travel Consultation Services, including health advisory information, vaccines and prevention, are now being offered.- (06/24/08)
Governor's School Gives Back: More than 200 students will help Charleston-area non-profits to build homes, pick corn, recycle and more.- (06/24/08)
College Golfer Honored by Golfweek Magazine: Steffi Kirchmayr was named Honorable Mention All-American by Golfweek for her success on the golf course this season.- (06/18/08)
More Students and Families Attend Orientation: Numbers are up for this summer's new student orientations which run through August 22.- (06/11/08)
College Sailors Earn Top Honors: Several members of the College of Charleston sailing team have been named to the ICSA All-American team.- (06/10/08)
College of Charleston Announces 2008-09 Tuition: The Board of Trustees announces the cost of tuition for the 2008-09 academic year.- (06/10/08)
High School Students Get College Experience: Students from Burke and Baptist Hill High Schools are spending two days on campus to get a taste of college life.- (06/09/08)
College Filmmaker Reaches Out to Charleston's Urban Youth: Visiting Filmmaker Portia Cobb will work with students in Burke High School's new AP Academy to create short films.- (06/05/08)
Women’s Sailing takes Top Five Finish at Women’s Nationals: Team places in the top three in each of the final four races.- (05/29/08)
College of Charleston Team Places in National Business Competition: SIFE team finishes second runner-up in exposition. - (05/28/08)
College Helps with Camp Hope: The Center for Partnerships will be providing the educational component of the community camp.- (05/21/08)
College Invited to International Conference: The College of Charleston is the only university in the US to be invited to the OAS General Assembly in Medellin, Colombia.- (05/21/08)
Students Volunteer at PRSA Counselors Academy Meeting: Six Communication majors work annual conference. - (05/20/08)
Alumni Reunite for Piccolo Spoleto Performance: College of Charleston faculty and alumni from the past decade reunite for the production of Lobby Hero.- (05/19/08)
Campus Tours Added: A record number of campus visits has prompted the addition of a 12:15 pm tour on Fridays and one Saturday tour a month during the summer.- (05/16/08)
CofC Coach Bobby Cremins to Play in Coaches vs. Cancer Golf Invitational: Men's Basketball Coach Bobby Cremins will join prominent coaches from across the nation in the annual event to raise cancer awareness.- (05/14/08)
Spring 2008 Graduation List: College of Charleston Held Commencement Ceremonies on May 10, 2008 - (05/13/08)
College Graduates 1,600 in Historic Ceremony: Ronald Tschetter, director of the Peace Corps, told graduates what really matters is the difference they will make in the lives of others. - (05/10/08)
College Fellow is National Advocate for Education: National and international connections help position the School of Education, Health and Human Performance.- (05/09/08)
Senator Land Urges Graduates to Consider Public Service: 118 Graduate School Students Receive Degrees- (05/09/08)
Legendary Songwriter to Perform On Campus: Singer, songwriter and guitarist Steve Young will perform and talk with songwriters on campus.- (05/08/08)
The College of Charleston Holds 215th Commencement Ceremony: Graduation will be on May 10, 2008.- (05/08/08)
College Offers Sneak Peak at Spoleto Festivals: College of Charleston professors, students and alumni are an integral part of the internationally renowned Spoleto USA and Piccolo Spoleto Festivals.- (05/07/08)
College of Charleston Holds Astronomy Night: Event will be May 8 starting at 8 p.m. - (05/06/08)
College Launches Social Networking Sites: Check out the College's Facebook page and enhanced YouTube channel!- (05/06/08)
Students Get Business Experience in Germany: College of Charleston students intern in at German companies including Daimler AG and the City of Weimar.- (05/05/08)
Graduate School of the College of Charleston Holds Ceremony: Graduation Program on May 9, 2008- (05/05/08)
College Offers Training for Nation's Fastest Growing Career: A Graduate Certificate in Urban and Regional Planning will be offered beginning in Fall 2008. - (05/01/08)
National Peace Corps Director to Speak at Commencement Ceremonies: College of Charleston Graduation will be May 10, 2008 - (04/29/08)
College Helps Launch Journal in Local School: The Center for Partnerships works to start a literary journal at Baptist Hill High School.- (04/28/08)
Keystone Program Deadline Nears: First generation college students may be eligible for free tuition for one course a semester beginning in Fall 2008.- (04/28/08)
Learning Green: A new course is being offered that will teach students about launching a sustainable business.- (04/25/08)
Students to Study in 11 Countries: A record number of College of Charleston students are studying abroad in Summer 2008.- (04/24/08)
College of Charleston Wins $1.5 Million Science Grant: Money comes from the Howard Hughes Medical Institute.- (04/22/08)
Festival Reels In Students: Student film-makers are recognized in the Annual Student Film Festival.- (04/22/08)
Alumni Recognition Wall Unveiled: The School of Education, Health and Human Performance welcomes alumni back in style.- (04/22/08)
Move Out, Help Out: College of Charleston students will recycle thousands of pounds of reusable material to benefit the local community.- (04/21/08)
Graduate Student Awarded Coveted Fulbright: Joseph Pollock will research coral reef disease with the internationally-renowned faculty at the Australian Institute of Marine Research.- (04/21/08)
Students Win Prestigious National Awards: A record number of College of Charleston students win nationally competitive awards.- (04/18/08)
Undergraduate Research Provides Unique Opportunity: A College of Charleston Senior turns undergraduate research into a job opportunity.- (04/17/08)
Admission Record Set: A record 11,421 applications for admission have been received for the fall 2008 semester. There are just 2,800 spots available.- (04/15/08)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting on April 17 and 18, 2008- (04/15/08)
College Planning for a New Era: President P. George Benson delivered his first State of the College address, envisioning a new era in the institution’s history. - (04/14/08)
Internationally Known Activist Speaks to College Community: Activist Angela Davis spoke to hundreds in the College of Charleston community.- (04/14/08)
College Presents Communication Award to Marilyn Laurie: Laurie Will Receive Distinguished Communicators Award on April 17.- (04/11/08)
Fulbright Scholar to Study Sustainable Tourism: School of Business and Economics Professor Steve Litvin will research at a leading tourism university in Canada.- (04/09/08)
Math Formula Correctly Predicts NCAA National Basketball Champs: Neil Goodson and Colin Stephenson’s mathematical formula had Kansas winning the tournament. - (04/08/08)
Peace Corps Record Set: The College of Charleston sets a single year record, sending 25 Peace Corps volunteers abroad.- (04/07/08)
College of Charleston Opens Observatory: April 4 from 7:45 until 10:00 p.m. - (04/04/08)
History Project Unique in SC: An oral history project by students is one of a few in the nation to document WWII memories. - (04/03/08)
Journalist John Palmer Host Discussion on New Media: “Building a Career in Communications in the Digital Age” to be held on April 3. - (04/02/08)
First ROCKSTOCK A Success: Students raise $2,000 for Carolina Empowerment Group and MIMA Music.- (04/01/08)
Multicultural ExCEL Award Winners: The 30 winners showed excellence in spreading diversity and enhancing multiculturalism.- (03/31/08)
"Army Wives" Films On Campus: Dozens of College of Charleston students will appear in the show's second season starting in June.- (03/27/08)
College of Charleston Faculty Promoted: Nearly 30 faculty members were promoted as a result of their commitment to excellent education.- (03/27/08)
Students Delve Into Urban Planning: A panel discussion on urban and regional planning will highlight a new certificate program in the works at the College.- (03/25/08)
Second CofC Student Plays Wheel of Fortune: Senior Kathryn Pedings is the second College of Charleston student this year to appear on the game show.- (03/25/08)
Crazyhorse Story to Appear in Prestigious Publication: Internationally acclaimed author Salman Rushdie has chosen a Crazyhorse story to appear in the Best American Short Stories 2008.- (03/24/08)
Fourth Year Crazyhorse Poetry Honored: A poem from College of Charleston's literary journal is once again chosen for the Best American Poetry anthology.- (03/24/08)
Bucky Bush Speaks on Political Dynasties: President George W. Bush's uncle, Bucky Bush, will lecture on campus on April 13.- (03/21/08)
College Hosts Model UN Delegates: Hundreds of Model UN Delegates will debate global security, global health and global food security.- (03/19/08)
Graduate School Dean Announced: Dr. Amy Thompson McCandless takes over as permanent dean after serving as interim dean for nearly two years.- (03/18/08)
First-Year Experience Gains National Attention: This brand new initiative is recognized by US News & World Report and its faculty are speaking across the nation.- (03/18/08)
Spend "An Evening in Andalusia": Support the nationally recognized School of the Arts at their annual fundraiser and gala.- (03/17/08)
President Benson to Present Economic Outlook: The regional and national economic outlook compiled by Dr. Frank Hefner will be presented on March 20.- (03/12/08)
Gala to Fund Scholarships for Aspiring Teachers: The inaugural Jeremy's Scholarship Gala will pay the tuition for an education major's clinical practice semester.- (03/11/08)
College of Charleston Debater Wins Ohio Tournament: Freshman defeats students from several other universities in debate competition.- (03/10/08)
President's Statement on UNC and Auburn Student Deaths: President Benson sends condolences to college communities.- (03/10/08)
Students Place 4th in National Competition: C of C team beat out 12 other teams in their debut at the Duel in the Desert.- (03/10/08)
Communication Counselor Merrie Spaeth to Speak at the College: Spaeth talk is part of the Department of Communication's Executive Speaker Series. - (02/28/08)
CLAW Receives Grant to Support Two New Programs: Money will support two public programs associated with the upcoming CLAW conference. - (02/26/08)
Asbill Family Establishes Business Scholarship: Permanently Endowed Scholarship Awarded to Real Estate Student.- (02/12/08)
New National Survey Ranks the College of Charleston #25 in Student Safety: College receives an “A” rating. - (02/11/08)
Global Slave Trade Expert David Batstone to Speak at College of Charleston: Lecture is February 13, 2008- (02/11/08)
College Hosts Legendary Civil Rights Activist: Morris Dees, founder of the Souther Poverty Law Center, will present "Justice for All" on the College of Charleston campus.- (02/08/08)
Blitz Build 50% Complete: The College of Charleston community is building a Habitat for Humanity home in just 2 weeks as part of ONE Pride, ONE Home.- (02/08/08)
College Leaders Dedicate Memorial: A memorial was dedicated to four African-American cemeteries disturbed during construction of the Addlestone Library.- (02/07/08)
College Helps to Train Court Interpreters: Opportunity for students and the community to fill a crucial need within the state's judicial system.- (02/06/08)
College Hosts Conference for Local Teachers: "Educating the Whole Child" will focus on building community in K-12 schools.- (02/06/08)
CofC Junior on Wheel of Fortune: Christine Burchett is a contestant on tonight's episode of "Wheel of Fortune."- (02/06/08)
Race for Water Quality: The Master of Environmental Studies Student Association (MESSA) presents the 6th Annual 8K for H2O.- (02/05/08)
College Hosts Acclaimed Author and Sports Journalist: Acclaimed author, NPR commentator, and HBO RealSports correspondent Frank Deford to speak on campus.- (02/05/08)
"Best New Building in a Century": College of Charleston’s School of Education, Health and Human Performance Building wins Three Sisters Award.- (02/04/08)
College Presents American Film Premiere: The Curious Mister Catesby, a documentary film, will premiere at Sottile Theater.- (02/04/08)
SGA Reports Accomplishments, Looks to Future: The SGA presented the 2008 State of the Student Body Address.- (02/01/08)
College Publication Earns Top Honors: The Portico wins a CASE Award of Excellence.- (02/01/08)
Faculty Member Receives 2nd Fulbright Fellowship: Department of Communications faculty member Joyce Barrett will travel to Burkina Faso.- (01/31/08)
Inez Tenenbaum to Speak During Darwin Week: Former State Superintendent will discuss Science vs. Politics.- (01/31/08)
Blitz Build Starts Saturday: The College of Charleston community will build a Habitat for Humanity home in just 2 weeks.- (01/30/08)
Student Wins Humanitarian Award: Senior Jamilla Harper recognized for outstanding involvement.- (01/29/08)
Students Advance to National Competition: Business students win regional competition for first time in College of Charleston history.- (01/29/08)
Students Participate in Largest Teach-In in US History: Focus The Nation is focused on global warming activities and takes place January 31.- (01/29/08)
College Tops Peace Corps Volunteer List: College of Charleston tied for most volunteers in SC in 2007.- (01/28/08)
College Publication Wins Award: Graduate School admissions publication wins Special Merit Award.- (01/28/08)
Group Establishes Professorship at Carter Center of Real Estate: CTAR commits money to support the Center.- (01/24/08)
Sen. John Edwards to Speak at Bully Pulpit Series: The presidential candidate will speak on January 25, 2008- (01/24/08)
RecycleMania Sweeps Campus: College of Charleston joins hundreds of universitites in 'green' competition.- (01/23/08)
Students Raise $42,000 Through Dancing: The Second Annual Dance Marathon raised twice as much money as the inaugural event.- (01/22/08)
Cate Edwards Speaks to College of Charleston Students: John Edward's Daughter is campaigning across the state. - (01/22/08)
Blitz Build Countdown: The College of Charleston community has almost met their goals to build a Habitat for Humanity home.- (01/18/08)
Laura Griffin Run Celebrates 12th Anniversary: Proceeds go to student scholarships and an endowed chair in the Office of Counseling & Substance Abuse.- (01/17/08)
Two Professors Win Fulbright Scholar Grants: Scholars will research global climate change and Kingship in India.- (01/16/08)
College Community Steps Up to MLK Challenge: 15 student teams to solve community challenges on MLK Day.- (01/14/08)
CofC Professor Wins Prestigious National Award: English Professor Tony Varallo wins the Drue Heinz Literature Prize.- (01/11/08)
Senator Barack Obama Speaks to C of C Students in Bully Pulpit Series: Obama is the third candidate to participate in this series.- (01/10/08)
CofC Celebrates Historic Mark: The College's first African-American students and administrator speak.- (01/09/08)
CofC Named Best Value for Public Universities: Kiplinger's ranks CofC 70th for best value in the nation.- (01/08/08)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting is January 10 and 11, 2008.- (01/07/08)
College of Charleston to Host Laura Griffin Memorial 5K Run/Walk: Race will be on January 19, 2008. - (12/17/07)
College Graduates More Than 700: CofC's first African-American graduate speaks at commencement.- (12/16/07)
PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING JOURNALIST VISITS COLLEGE FOR OBAMA: Samantha Power is the Harvard University Anna Lindh Professor of Global Leadership and Public Policy.- (12/13/07)
Pulitzer Prize Nominated Author in Fall 2007 Crazyhorse: Nationally acclaimed literary journal Crazyhorse is now available!- (12/13/07)
College of Charleston Host Winter Commencement: Speaker will be Eddie Lee Ganaway, the first C of C African-American graduate.- (12/11/07)
Communication Department Elects Officers and Adds New Advisory Members: Bill Heyman, Rob Minton, Phil Noble, Jr and H. Keith Poston added to Board. - (12/07/07)
College Hosts Livable Community Summit: Charleston was one of four cities chosen for this national series.- (12/07/07)
College of Charleston Successfully Test New CougarAlert System: 26,475 e-mails, phone calls and text messages sent to students and their family members, faculty and staff.- (12/04/07)
Historic Campus Tree Shines Again: The Sottile tree on the College of Charleston campus is lit.- (11/28/07)
Joe Hull Named College of Charleston Director of Athletics: Hull takes over as AD on January 1. - (11/20/07)
College Named the New National Home of Afterschool Network: School receives $450,000 four-year grant to support the program.- (11/06/07)
President Benson’s Statement Regarding S.C. Students Killed in Oct. 28 Fire: Students from USC and Clemson lost their lives in the fire.- (10/29/07)
College of Charleston Launches CougarAlert: CougarAlert will notify students, faculty and staff in the event of a campus emergency. - (10/27/07)
PULITZER PRIZE-WINNING JOURNALIST SPEAKS AT COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON: The event will take place at College of Charleston’s Randolph Hall on October 23, 2007 from 7:00pm – 8:30pm. - (10/22/07)
College of Charleston Breaks Ground on Science Center: Center is expected to be completed in Fall, 2009. - (10/21/07)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting will be October 18 and 19. - (10/16/07)
College of Charleston Adopts New Emergency Notification System: System will allow the school to notify the entire campus within minutes of a crisis. - (10/08/07)
P. George Benson Is Installed As The 21st President: Benson pledges strengthening academic programs and "proactively reaching out to the world". - (10/05/07)
SEN. JOHN MCCAIN TO SPEAK IN BULLY PULPIT SERIES AT COLLEGE: This Bully Pulpit event will take place at College of Charleston’s Physicians Auditorium on October 3, 2007 from 6:30 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.- (09/28/07)
College of Charleston to Host NV Day: No Violence-No Victims Day features a candlelight vigil.- (09/25/07)
Benson Named Chair of Newly Created South Carolina Campus Compact: Campus Compact will be hosted at the College of Charleston. - (09/17/07)
College of Charleston To Host Constitution Day Debate: Debate will focus on the relationship between church and state.- (09/13/07)
College of Charleston Develops the Office of Economic Analysis: New Office will provide objective analysis and interpretation of economic data and trends.- (09/05/07)
College of Charleston moves up in U.S. News and World Report Annual Ranking: C of C named one of the top ten colleges and universities in the South. - (08/17/07)
College of Charleston Announces New Master's Degree: The new degree is Master of Arts in Teaching in Performing Arts.- (08/16/07)
Bret Lott to Speak at College of Charleston Convocation: Lott is the author of the Convocation book “Jewel”.- (08/14/07)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: The College of Charleston Board of Trustees will hold a strategic planning retreat on Aug. 16-17, 2007, at the Wampee Conference and Training Center in Moncks Corner, S.C.- (08/09/07)
College of Charleston Movie Named Best Dramatic Short Film in Festival: "Saint of the Zuiderzee" takes honor in Staten Island Film Festival.- (08/02/07)
Researchers Work on Sweetgrass Project: Researchers try to save a Lowcountry Tradition.- (07/12/07)
College of Charleston Changes May Commencement Ceremony: The College will split undergraduate commencement into two ceremonies beginning May 2008.- (06/26/07)
PRESIDENT BENSON'S MESSAGE REGARDING CHARLESTON FIREFIGHTERS: The loss of these brave men is difficult to comprehend, and is heartbreaking for everyone in the Charleston community.- (06/19/07)
College of Charleston Students Earn Highly Distinguished Honors: Students maintained at least a 3.8 GPA during Spring Semester.- (06/14/07)
College of Charleston Releases Dean’s List: Students end 2006-2007 school year with at least a 3.8 GPA. - (06/12/07)
Daniels Named College of Charleston Interim Athletics Director: Daniels will also be in charge of conducting the search for a new A.D. - (06/12/07)
Jerry Baker to Step Down as Athletics Director at CofC: Baker's resignation effective on June 30th. - (05/30/07)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting will be held on June 4, 2007- (05/29/07)
College of Charleston To Host Tourism Symposium: The 5th Bi-Annual Symposium of Consumer Psychology of Tourism, Hospitality and Leisure will be June 4-6.- (05/23/07)
Class of 2007 Graduates From the College of Charleston: Rain doesn't dampen spirits of the largest graduating class in school history.- (05/13/07)
Princeton Review Ranks College of Charleston Among Best in Nation: Review names school as one of "America's Best Value Colleges". - (04/25/07)
College of Charleston/Keep Charleston Beautiful Work to Clean Up City: “Move Out, Help Out” assists in keeping the streets clean and safe, while recycling and reusing bulky items that would otherwise flood the landfills.- (04/24/07)
School of Education, Health and Human Performance Dedicates New Building: The new state-of-the-art building located at 86 Wentworth Street.- (04/23/07)
College of Charleston Presents Astronomy Day: Events on April 21, 2007- (04/19/07)
College of Charleston to Hold Memorial Ceremony for Virginia Tech Victims: Ceremony is on April 23 on the Cistern. - (04/19/07)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting is on April 19-20. - (04/17/07)
Professor to be Keynote Speaker at International Conference: C of C's Kelly G. Shaver to speak on “Cross-Campus Entrepreneurship”. - (04/06/07)
PROFESSOR BONNIE DEVET RECEIVES INTERNATIONAL HONOR: This article discusses student staffing used in American writing centers as a model for the British system of higher educa- (04/03/07)
Dr. George Benson Appointed to Baldrige Board of Directors: President Benson joins the Foundation for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.- (03/27/07)
College of Charleston Mock Team Places #14 in National Competition: Team wins "Spirit of AMTA" award.- (03/26/07)
College of Charleston Dedicates New Higdon Leadership Center: Center will provide programs that create opportunities for student involvement and learning through individual and group leadership activities. - (03/19/07)
ALYSSA MILANO MAKES APPEARANCE AT THE COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON: Former “Charmed” TV series star Alyssa Milano appeared on the College of Charleston campus today to shoot scenes for a television pilot tentatively titled “Family Juleps.” - (03/07/07)
Volpes Establish College of Charleston Scholarship: Scholarship is in conjunction with the “Call Me MISTER” program. - (03/05/07)
COMMUNICATION STUDENTS FOLLOW PRESIDENTIAL CAMPAIGNS: A February 2007 e-mail survey about political communication asked communication students at the College of Charleston to name the most “media-savvy” presidential candidate.- (03/02/07)
College of Charleston to Host New Earthquake Center: Program will serve as the center for South Carolina earthquake education and earthquake preparedness.- (02/28/07)
College of Charleston Establishes “Call Me MISTER” Program: Program is designed to address the shortage of African Americans male teachers in K-8 schools.- (02/22/07)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES “THE BULLY PULPIT SERIES”: “The Bully Pulpit Series: Reflections on Presidential Communication” asks the individual presidential candidates to speak with students and Charleston community members on such topics as the frequency of press conferences, the candidate’s relationship with journalists, and the power of the president to persuade.- (02/21/07)
College of Charleston Holds Annual French Film Festival: Festival will be held February 22-25.- (02/20/07)
College of Charleston Students Raise $20,000 for Children's Hospital: The event benefited the Medical University of South Carolina's Children's Hospital. - (02/13/07)
Columnist Kathleen Parker Named C of C Distinguished Communicator: Her column appears in more than 350 newspapers nationwide.- (02/06/07)
Thomas R. Martin Named Communication Executive-in-Residence: Martin is the Senior V-P and Director of Corporate Relations at ITT Corporation.- (02/01/07)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON WELCOMES NEW PRESIDENT AND FIRST LADY: George Benson is the 21st president of the College of Charleston. - (02/01/07)
Charleston Music Fest Presents EXTRAVAGANZA!: A 4-Day Chamber Music Celebration: February 1 - 4- (01/23/07)
The Peace Corps Recognizes the College of Charleston as a “Top 25 School”: 28 C of C Alumni currently work as Peace Corps Volunteers.- (01/18/07)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Meeting will be on January 18-19.- (01/12/07)
College of Charleston Commemorates MLK with 4th Community Challenge: Between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., student led teams will complete service missions throughout the greater Charleston area that benefit local non-profit agencies, schools, religious organizations, and local governments with specific needs. - (01/11/07)
Charleston Music Fest Announces Dock Street Theatre Concert: Charleston Music Fest is a new, year-round celebration of the finest classical and contemporary chamber music performed by world-class artists.- (01/10/07)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON PROFESSOR AND POET RECEIVES MAJOR NEA GRANT: Carol Ann Davis, Associate Professor of English and Creative Writing Director at the College of Charleston, has received a $20,000 National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Fellowship- (01/04/07)
College of Charleston Holds 2006 Winter Commencement: Senator Graham called upon students to understand the global economy they will inherit, and to wisely use the technological advances that are available to them.- (12/20/06)
College of Charleston to Host the Laura Griffin Memorial 5K Run/Walk: Race will be on January 13.- (12/14/06)
Senator Graham to Speak at College of Charleston Winter Commencement: The ceremony will be held at the North Charleston Coliseum and begin at 2:30 p.m.- (12/12/06)
College of Charleston to Stop Construction During Exams: Exams run from December 6-13.- (12/01/06)
The School of Business and Economics Announces New Board Members: Marc Chardon, Scott Cracraft, Leonard L. Hutchison III and David Morgan added to the Board.- (11/29/06)
Real Estate Developer Ben Carter Makes $1.5 Million Pledge: The Carter Center will be a significant resource of expert knowledge to the real estate industry in the Lowcountry and beyond and will support expanded educational programs at the College. - (11/17/06)
ILLUMINATI OUTRO BRINGS NEW SOUNDS OF JAZZ TO COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON: The Illuminati Outro is the convergence of four musician/composers who collaborate on the creation of new music with little time.- (11/15/06)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON INVITES COMMUNITY TO ENJOY MUSIC UNDER THE OAKS: The event takes place on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2006 at 3 p.m., “under the oaks” at the Cistern Yard on campus. - (10/31/06)
Dr. George Benson Named New College of Charleston President: Benson will officially begin as the new president in spring 2007. - (10/26/06)
College of Charleston to host Maroon Madness 2006: First annual event will be the kick-off of the basketball season. - (10/05/06)
College of Charleston Opens Observatory to the Public: Observatory will be open to the public on October 6th from 8:30 PM until 9:30 PM- (09/27/06)
College of Charleston a Leader for Communication Major Popularity: C of C is one of 25 colleges in the country at which communication is the most popular major on campus.- (09/22/06)
Improv Group Gives Business Students a Lesson: Hospitality class uses Improv to help teach sales presentations.- (09/15/06)
College of Charleston Freshman Set SAT Record: Average SAT score for the incoming freshman class is 1220. - (09/12/06)
Author Dr. Ronald L. Jackson To Speak at College of Charleston: Dr. Jackson to speak on the topic of black pioneers in communication research.- (09/11/06)
Local Businesses Contribute to College of Charleston Hospitality Program: Companies give over $250,000 to HTM Department. - (09/06/06)
College of Charleston Host Archaeology Week: Week will feature lectures, movies and poster contest.- (09/04/06)
Osborne Named New Senior V-P for Business Affairs: He has spent the past 5 years as the Chief of Staff of the State Budget and Control Board.- (09/01/06)
HALSEY INSTITUTE TO HOST “RECENT WORKS": Faculty exhibitions give both the public and the College communities an opportunity to see the diversity of approach, technique, and talent of School of the Arts professors.- (09/01/06)
Running Club establishes Charlie Post Scholarship at College of Charleston: Charleston Running Club gives College $25,000 to establish scholarship.- (08/23/06)
College of Charleston Named as One of the “Saviors of Our Cities”: College Noted for Positive Economic and Social Benefits to Charleston.- (08/22/06)
Magazine Names College of Charleston One of the Best in The South: U.S. News & World Report ranks College in two categories. - (08/21/06)
College of Charleston Presidential Search Committee Meeting: Meeting to be held on August 22.- (08/16/06)
“KING LEAR” BRINGS BETRAYAL AND DESPAIR TO THE STAGE: With poetic grandeur, stark violence and disarming wit Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy explores the basic questions of human existence.- (08/15/06)
College of Charleston Employee Gadsden Recognized by General Assembly: Gadsden recognized for her dedication to C of C students.- (07/17/06)
Bobby Cremins Named College of Charleston Coach: He is the 21st head coach in College of Charleston men’s basketball history.- (07/03/06)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON NAMES DEAN OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES: "I am thrilled to be asked to join the distinguished members of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences,” says Dr. Lowenthal. - (06/20/06)
College of Charleston Offers New Masters of Arts in Communication Degree: New degree begins in Fall of 2006.- (06/20/06)
C of C Holds Open House for New Master of Arts in Communication Program: Open House will be held on June 15. - (06/07/06)
College of Charleston BOT Increases Tuition: 8.5% for in-state students and 9.5% for out-of-state students.- (06/05/06)
C of C Sailing Program Receives $1 Million Gift: The Edgar T. Cato Foundation gives the sailing program a $1 million gift.- (05/30/06)
College of Charleston to Host Lecture on Charleston Architecture: "Why Charleston has Three Different Types of Roman Architecture," will be held on May 24. - (05/12/06)
Presidential Search Committee Meeting: Meeting will be held on May 12. - (05/10/06)
The College of Charleston Honors Four Teachers: This is the inaugural year of the Teacher Recognition Award.- (05/09/06)
Conrad Festa Named Interim President of the College of Charleston: Dr.Festa begins on July 1. - (05/09/06)
Krawcheck Offers Rules for Success to College of Charleston Graduates: Class of 2006 is the largest class in school history.- (05/08/06)
Sellers Urges Graduates to Participate in South Carolina’s Economic War: Over 90 students received their degrees from the Graduate School at the College of Charleston.- (05/05/06)
Sellers to Speak at Graduate School Commencement: The Graduate School of the College of Charleston ceremony is May 5.- (05/01/06)
College Dedicates the New Guenveur House and Garden: Garden and house dedicated to Edward Leon Guenveur and Lauretta Goodall-Guenveur.- (04/28/06)
College of Charleston Presidential Search Committee Meeting: Meeting set for April 28- (04/27/06)
College of Charleston Forms Presidential Search Committee: 12-member committee to find a successor to Lee Higdon.- (04/13/06)
President Lee Higdon announces departure from the College of Charleston: His departure will be effective June 30.- (04/12/06)
Three New Members Named to College of Charleston Board of Trustees: John B. Wood, Jr., Frank Gadsden and John Busch will fill three seats recently opened by retiring members.- (04/07/06)
Wilson-Sottile House Receives Historic Preservation Award: Restoration project honored by Palmetto Trust for Historic Preservation. - (03/30/06)
Haskins named Vice President for Marketing at College of Charleston: Mike Haskins will oversee and coordinate the College’s marketing, branding and communications efforts.- (03/29/06)
College of Charleston Ranked by Princeton Review as " Best Value": College of Charleston named one of "America's Best Value Colleges." - (03/29/06)
Sports Illustrated Writer to Receive C of C Communicator Award: Gary Smith will receive award on April 12.- (03/13/06)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON STUDENTS CHOSEN FOR DOMINICAN REPUBLIC MODEL OAS: College of Charleston students Charles Formoso, Charlotte Anderson, Aimee Hollis, Tiffany Young, Tony Cella, Hilary Brooke Nicholls, and Amy Farley are headed to Santo Domingo, Dominica Republic from March 4 – 10, 2006 for an international Model Organization of American States simulation. - (03/03/06)
Group Donates to the Judge Fields Scholarship Fund: Phillis Wheatley Literary and Social Club Gives $500 to the Fund.- (02/23/06)
2006 Math Meet Brings Chaos to the College of Charleston: Over 700 high school students from across the nation will compete. - (02/21/06)
Cof C Establishes Center for Partnerships to Improve Education: School of Education partnership is designed to improve pre-K-12 achievement in Charleston County. - (02/02/06)
College of Charleston Celebrates 6Th Annual Darwin Week: Events include lectures and panel discussions from some of the top Darwin scholars in the nation.- (02/01/06)
C of C Named a Top 25 Peace Corps Volunteer Producing School: 21 C of C alumni currently serving as volunteers. - (01/30/06)
College of Charleston Host Award-Winning Civil Rights Play: "My Soul is a Witness" will be presented on February 13.- (01/26/06)
Radio Host Bobbi Conner to Speak at College of Charleston: Conner’s talk concerns “Contemporary Problems in Parenting.”- (01/25/06)
C of C Establishes the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs: $2.5 million donation from The Samuel Freeman Charitable Trust Helps in Development of the School.- (01/18/06)
Former College of Charleston President Harry Lightsey dies at 74: Lightsey was president of the College of Charleston for 6 years. - (01/17/06)
College of Charleston Receives $2.5 Million Gift: Gift will help establish the new School of Languages, Cultures and World Affairs.- (01/17/06)
Kiplinger’s Magazine Names College of Charleston A “Top Value”: C of C ranks #56 in the survey of more than 500 public four-year colleges and universities.- (01/10/06)
College of Charleston to Commemorate MLK with 3rd Community 'Challenge': Between 10am and 4pm on Monday, January 16, 2005 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, student led teams will complete service missions that benefit local non-profit agencies- (01/09/06)
Laura Griffin 5K Run/Walk Scheduled: Race will be held on January 14, 2006.- (12/15/05)
Former Blackbaud CEO to Speak at College of Charleston Winter Commencement: Robert J. Sywolski to speak at December 18 event.- (12/05/05)
Noonan Awarded NASA Public Service Medal: The medal is the highest-level award available to a non-NASA employee. - (11/16/05)
College of Charleston Professor Wins National Chemistry Award: Dr. Charles Beam is recognized for his contributions to chemistry and to the professional development of undergraduate students.- (11/11/05)
William Baldwin Launches New Novel at College of Charleston: Baldwin will read from his new book, "A Gentleman in Charleston and the Manner of His Death". - (10/31/05)
College of Charleston School of Education Receives $3 Million Gift: Gift is the largest ever given to the College of Charleston School of Education.- (10/28/05)
College of Charleston Volunteers to Assist with Hurricane Relief: The student group is collecting non-perishable food, school supplies, bottled water, hygiene products, toys, and cleaning supplies to take to Hattiesburg families in need. - (10/13/05)
McMaster Awarded College of Charleston Honorary Degree: Former Board of Trustees member awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters degree. - (10/13/05)
College of Charleston Receives $2 Million Bequest: School of Education officially begins construction on the new state-of-the art facility.- (10/07/05)
Seventeen Magazine honors the College of Charleston’s School of Education: School of Education earns high marks from the editors of the teen magazine.- (09/23/05)
College of Charleston Holds Political Forum: “The Future of Presidential Campaign Communication” will be held on September 30.- (09/14/05)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ADDS CONCERT FOR HURRICANE RELIEF: School of the Arts faculty and community artists (including Robert Taylor, Deanna McBroom, Robert Ivey, Maida Libkin, Bill Schlitt and others) will perform a variety of pieces for Hurricane Katrina relief.- (09/09/05)
College of Charleston Rededicates the Stern Student Center: The $6.1 million project has transformed the building into a state-of-the-arts student center. - (08/26/05)
Princeton Review Ranks College of Charleston Among Best in Nation: The College receives a grade of “92” out of a possible “100” in the Quality of Life ranking. - (08/23/05)
College of Charleston Freshmen Class Sets SAT record: Average SAT score for the incoming freshmen class is 1213.- (08/23/05)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HOSTS CONVOCATION 2005: New Student Convocation is a College of Charleston tradition that kicks-off the academic year by introducing students to College faculty, staff, fellow students and time-honored campus traditions. - (08/22/05)
College of Charleston Students Return to Campus: Over 2,800 students take part in "move-in" day- (08/20/05)
College of Charleston Establishes Innovative Student/Faculty Program: The program is designed to allow students and faculty to establish meaningful interaction outside the traditional classroom setting. - (08/19/05)
Freshmen get a proper send-off in Columbia: 167 Columbia-area students get ready for the College of Charleston.- (08/11/05)
College of Charleston Poet to Read at Kennedy Center: Reading is part of the Center’s “Performing Arts for Everyone Initiative”.- (07/22/05)
College of Charleston Dedicates the Beatty Center: The new building will provide state-of-the-art teaching facilities for the School of Business.- (06/30/05)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES NEW ILLUMINATIONS: An International Magazine of Contemporary Writing. This bigger-than-ever issue includes the magazine's trademark range of writers and their work, with more than 60 poets hailing from 14 countries, poems in translation from Dutch, French and Spanish, and language ranging from vernacular directness to oracular opaqueness.- (06/29/05)
College of Charleston Establishes New I.D. Program: New program will help protect the privacy of our students, faculty and staff. - (05/31/05)
College of Charleston Establishes Judge Richard Fields Scholarship: Charleston Bar Association donates $20,000 to scholarship.- (05/19/05)
ETV/ College of Charleston Debuts “State of the Arts” on May 26: Program is designed to examine the creative process of a variety of S.C. contemporary artists.- (05/16/05)
College of Charleston “Class of 2005” Walks Across the Cistern: Dr. Nan Morrison tells graduates that the school is now “part of your identity”.- (05/15/05)
Michelin President Urges Students to Improve Education: Over 75 students receive degrees during Graduate School of C of C ceremony. - (05/13/05)
Michelin Chairman to Speak at Graduate School of C of C Commencement: Jim Micali speaks at May 13 ceremony.- (05/06/05)
Nan Morrison to be College of Charleston Commencement Speaker: Graduations will be held on May 15. - (04/28/05)
College of Charleston Unbridles Crazyhorse Literary Journal: Selections are chosen democratically, pluralistically, ecumenically; therefore, editors like to print a mix of writing regardless of its form, genre, school, or politics.- (04/27/05)
College of Charleston to Host “Move Out, Help Out” in May: Program will reduce the waste sent to landfills. - (04/27/05)
Newsman John Palmer Discusses Media Bias.: Former NBC anchor talks to students about the “popular concept”. - (04/21/05)
College of Charleston Announces Employee and Employer of the Year: Giguere received a $200.00 scholarship from the College of Charleston.- (04/20/05)
Franken Brings National Radio Program to College of Charleston: “The Al Franken Show” brings politics and humor to campus- (04/14/05)
College of Charleston Host Scientific Research Poster Session: Session will highlight about 100 projects.- (04/13/05)
Al Franken to Broadcast Radio Program from the College of Charleston: Franken will broadcast his national program on April 14.- (04/04/05)
College of Charleston Dedicates New Library and Awards Founders’ Medals: The new 144,000 square feet building is located at the corner of Coming and Calhoun Streets.- (04/04/05)
College of Charleston to Dedicate New Library and Present Founders’ Medals: Events To be held on April 4. - (03/31/05)
The College of Charleston Celebrates Multicultural Awareness Week.: Events include lectures, movies, music and food. - (03/30/05)
College of Charleston Celebrates Astronomy Day 2005: Events Planned for April 8-9. - (03/22/05)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES NEW CAROLINA FIRST CENTER: The gift is the largest corporate donation in College of Charleston history. - (03/21/05)
College of Charleston Receives Grant to Encourage Financial Literacy: Program will help young people and women entrepreneurs. - (03/18/05)
Fritz Hollings to Speak at College of Charleston on March 23: Longtime SC Senator Highlights Third Annual Dept. of Communication Ceremony - (03/10/05)
Charleston Men's Chorus Holds Benefit Concert: Money raised will go toward C of C Music Scholarships.- (03/07/05)
CHE Approves Three New College of Charleston Programs: Programs begin in the Fall. - (03/03/05)
College of Charleston Hosts Transfer Student On-Line Chat Session: Chat set for March 10 and March 22. - (03/02/05)
College of Charleston Bookstore Collects $2,500 for Tsunami Relief Fund: Donations are being forwarded to the American Red Cross International Response Fund. - (03/01/05)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HOSTS FIFTH ANNUAL LANGUAGE FAIR: Students and faculty representing each of the twelve languages offered at the College of Charleston will be on hand to answer questions about language courses and cultural options available to students. - (02/24/05)
College of Charleston To Host Math Meet 2005: Over 1,000 high school students from across the Southeast are expected to take part in the Math Meet.- (02/15/05)
College of Charleston Awards Founder’s Medal to Freeman and Stine: The Founders’ Medal is the highest award presented by the College of Charleston. - (02/14/05)
College of Charleston Awards Founder’s Medal to Freedman and Stine: Founders'Medal is the highest award presented by the College of Charleston.- (02/11/05)
College of Charleston To Host Math Meet 2005: Over 1,000 high school students from across the Southeast are expected to take part in Math Meet.- (02/09/05)
NEW COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON WEBSITE SALUTES STUDENT SERVICE: “The Volunteer Spirit” website features students involved in volunteerism and community service. - (01/20/05)
College of Charleston to Commemorate MLK with 2nd Community 'Challenge': In 2004, fourteen community agencies benefited directly from the College of Charleston challenges as students collected over $4,500 worth of project-specific donations, provided physical labor across the city, and developed creative solutions to a range of community problems. - (01/14/05)
College of Charleston Marlene and Nathan Addlestone Library Opens: The $30 million building is located at the corner of Coming and Calhoun Streets. - (01/13/05)
College of Charleston to Commemorate MLK with 2nd Community 'Challenge': To distinguish these challenges from other service projects, the College of Charleston Office of Service-Learning selects projects that require creative problem solving- (01/11/05)
College of Charleston Holds Winter Commencement: The Honorary Degree of Doctor of Humane Letters was presented to both South Carolina House of Representatives member Robert W. Harrell, Jr. who was also the keynote speaker for the ceremony, and current College of Charleston Board of Trustee member Robert S. Small, Jr.- (01/05/05)
The College of Charleston Awards Founders’ Medal To Robert Small: Greenville businessman becomes 29th recipient of the award. - (12/18/04)
Laura Griffin 5K Run/Walk Scheduled: Race will be held on January 15, 2005- (12/16/04)
College of Charleston Announces Winter Commencement: Honorary degrees will be presented to South Carolina House of Representatives member Robert W. Harrell, who is also the keynote speaker for the ceremony, and current College of Charleston Board of Trustee member Robert S. Small.- (12/15/04)
Small to Receive The College of Charleston Founders’ Medal: The ceremony will be held on December 18, 2004- (12/08/04)
Governor’s School at the College of Charleston Accepting Nominations: Nomination forms are now available in all S.C. high school guidance departments.- (11/30/04)
Maggie Marie Manigault Charles Retires: President Lee Higdon and Dr. Marty Perlmutter both spoke very highly of Mrs. Charles' generous spirit and steadfast service to the College of Charleston.- (11/29/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON TO HOST RELIGIOUS COMMUNICATION FORUM: Forum will be held on December 2. - (11/18/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON EMPLOYEE DOES QUIET KIND DEED: “It doesn't surprise any of us that Robert would do such a wonderful thing,” says Fund.- (11/16/04)
Vatican Astronomer to Speak at the College of Charleston: His lecture is entitled "Astronomy, God, and the Search for Elegance”.- (11/08/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HALSEY GALLERY PRESENTS ALUMNI EXHIBITION: The juried exhibition includes seventeen studio art alumni who graduated between 1994 and 2004, featuring their most recent work.- (10/29/04)
College of Charleston Awards Founders' Medal To Arthur Ravenel: Senator Ravenel is a 1950 graduate of C of C. - (10/28/04)
College of Charleston Celebrates National Chemistry Week: This program helps children to have fun learning about the chemistry of keeping well.- (10/14/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HOST BROWN VS. BOARD OF EDUCATION FORUM: Forum will be held on Oct. 14.- (10/11/04)
Genomics Pioneer to Speak at the College of Charleston: Dr. Claire M. Fraser is President and Director of The Institute for Genomic Research.- (10/08/04)
College of Charleston Seeks Help in Star Count: The count will occur between October 4-18. - (09/30/04)
Sports Columnist Peter Vecsey to Speak at College of Charleston: Vecsey is an award-winning sports columnist for the New York Post. - (09/27/04)
College of Charleston to Host U.S. Senate Debate: Debate set for October 3. - (09/24/04)
C of C To Host Panel Discussion on Politics and Communication: Program will be on September 30.- (09/23/04)
Editorial cartoonist Robert Ariail to speak at the College of Charleston: Ariail to speak on October 6.- (09/21/04)
College of Charleston Sends Supplies to Hurricane Victims: SGO collects needed items for the Sunshine State. - (09/17/04)
Shottland to Speak at College of Charleston Tate Center: President/CEO of American Packaging Company will speak to business students on September 23.- (09/16/04)
College of Charleston Finishes Ninth at Cougar Classic: This is the second year of this tournament- (09/15/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON WI-FI USERS SHOW STRONG INCREASE: Statistics show a sharp increase in students on campus who use Wi-Fi – short for wireless fidelity networks - with their laptop PCs, personal digital assistants and other devices.- (09/13/04)
College of Charleston Collects Items for Florida Hurricane Victims: Bring items to Student Life area in BellSouth Building.- (09/07/04)
Pulitzer Prize Winning Editorial Cartoonist To Speak at C of C: Ann Telnaes will discuss her drawings on the Bush Administration, the U.S. Patriot Act and the War on Terrorism. - (08/30/04)
College of Charleston Freshmen Post Highest Average S.A.T. Scores In S.C.: The S.A.T. average of this year’s freshmen is the highest in the College’s 234-year history.- (08/27/04)
Princeton Review Ranks College of Charleston Among Best in Nation: C of C named one of the best institution for undergraduate education in 2005 edition of the Princeton Review College Guide. - (08/26/04)
College of Charleston Seeks Help in Star Count: Study to measure the amount of light pollution in the tri-county area. - (08/25/04)
The Program in the Carolina Lowcountry & Atlantic World Presents Hines Priz: As part of the Carolina Lowcountry and the Atlantic World Book Series with the University of South Carolina Press, The Hines Prize carries a cash award of $1,000 and includes publication in the program’s book series.- (08/25/04)
The Program in the Carolina Lowcountry & Atlantic World Presents Hines Priz: As part of the Carolina Lowcountry and the Atlantic World Book Series with the University of South Carolina Press, The Hines Prize carries a cash award of $1,000 and includes publication in the program’s book series.- (08/25/04)
College of Charleston Hosts ‘Middle Passage’ Author Johnson for Convocation: “The relationships you make here will not only shape your identity but will profoundly effect your future,” said College of Charleston President Lee Higdon during the ceremony.- (08/24/04)
Former C of C sailor leads going into second half of Olympic sailing: C of C graduate John LOVELL holds the lead after 6 races of the Tornado class sailing competition. - (08/23/04)
College of Charleston Hosts ‘Middle Passage’ Author Johnson for Convocation: Following the ceremony, students will proceed from the Johnson Center down George Street, through Porter’s Lodge to the Cistern, where they will sign a Class Ledger to officially begin their academic journey.- (08/19/04)
Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity Dedicates New College of Charleston Bell Tower: The donation of the bell tower is a collaborative effort between Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity alumni, College of Charleston trustees and staff.- (08/16/04)
College of Charleston Graduate Competes In His Third Olympics: John Lovell will compete in the Tornado class sailing competition in Greece. - (08/12/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ART DIRECTOR WINS NATIONAL HONOR: “I’m excited about competing against schools like MIT, Harvard and UCLA,” says Myers, “and matching the College of Charleston with that level of professional design.”- (08/11/04)
Students Present Marine Biology Research Projects: This 10-week program was developed by the College of Charleston in 1992. - (08/05/04)
Godow Named Dean of College of Charleston North Campus: Dr. Godow will also serve as Executive Director of the Lowcountry Graduate Center.- (07/22/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON RANKS HIGH IN FISKE GUIDE: “The College of Charleston has set its sights on becoming the finest public liberal arts and sciences institution in South Carolina, and it seems to be on its way.”- (07/13/04)
College of Charleston Develops Youth Entrepreneurship Program: Program is aimed at "at-risk" middle/high school students.- (07/12/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON RECEIVES EWING MARION KAUFFMAN GRANT: “We are confident that it will help us develop programs that prepare students to become lifelong learners and committed citizens,” said Sam Hines, dean of the school of humanities and social sciences at the College of Charleston.- (07/07/04)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Approve Tuition Increase: The increase will be 7.5 percent for in-state residents and 8.5 percent for out-of-state students. - (07/01/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES PUBLICATION OF “ILLUMINATIONS”: In this issue, poets, writers, academics and activists from around the world pay tribute to the indomitable spirit of South African poet and activist Dennis Brutus, who turns 80 on November 28, 2004.- (06/25/04)
College of Charleston Announces Formation of Patrick Ringwald Scholarship: Scholarship will be given to a student who is majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management.- (06/15/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON’S FRIEDMAN AND REYNOLDS WIN 2ND EMMY AWARD: This film was shown as part of South Carolina ETV’s “Southern Lens” series, and documents the story of Holocaust survivors living in Charleston.- (06/14/04)
The Marion and Wayland H. Cato Jr. Center for the Arts: Wayland Henry Cato, Jr. gave, on behalf of himself and his wife, Marion Rivers Cato, the College’s School of the Arts a $ 1.5 million gift to complete the building. The amount is the largest single gift ever given to the College of Charleston School of the Arts. - (06/03/04)
Dr. Peterson Named National Chairman of Afterschool Alliance: Dr. Terry Peterson is the director of the Afterschool and Community Learning Network.- (05/27/04)
Wayland Henry Cato Jr. Gives $1.5 Million Gift To The College of Charleston: The gift is the largest ever given to the School of the Arts- (05/19/04)
College of Charleston Graduates Largest Class Ever: Students urged to leave “the world better than you found it”. - (05/16/04)
NEW WEBSITE PROMOTES C OF C FACULTY: Site features articles about 22 C of C professors and their research interests.- (05/15/04)
Musick to speak to The Graduate School of the C of C Commencement: The ceremony will be held at Sottile Theatre on May 15, 2004- (05/10/04)
Gregorian Speaks at College of Charleston Graduation: Largest class in history is expected to walk across the Cistern on May 16. - (05/07/04)
College of Charleston/ Goodwill Industries Work to Clean Up Charleston: " Move out, Help Out 2004" in full swing. - (05/05/04)
Darius Rucker tells C of C Students about the Business of Music: The lead singer of the band Hootie and the Blowfish gives students "inside look" at business. - (04/27/04)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Approve New Programs: Programs will be Latin American and Caribbean Studies; Hospitality and Tourism Management; Corporate Communications and Historic Preservation. - (04/23/04)
Novelists John Edgar Wideman Speaks at College of Charleston: Wideman will hold a book signing and lecture on campus. - (04/21/04)
College of Charleston Professors Honored For Their Work: Faculty Awards of Distinction for the 2003-2004 academic years announced. - (04/20/04)
College of Charleston Board of Trustee Meeting: Board meets on April 22-23. - (04/16/04)
College of Charleston Announces Employee and Employer of the Year: Shelley, the ninth winner of this honor, is employed by the College of Charleston Counseling and Substance Abuse Services and was nominated by her employer, Guy Ilagan. - (04/16/04)
College of Charleston Communication Department Forms Advisory Council: Council will be a sounding board for faculty and students in the Department.- (04/14/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON SENIOR WINS $5000 GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP: “It was a real surprise and I’m honored to represent Phi Kappa Phi and the College of Charleston,” says Grier, who intends to pursue a career in government intelligence.- (04/13/04)
INTEL RANKS COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ONE OF NATION’S “MOST UNWIRED COLLEGES”: Called “CampusWide,” the College of Charleston’s wireless network enables students, faculty, and staff to have convenient, twenty-four hour, mobile access to email, class schedules and other information offered via the World Wide Web.- (04/12/04)
College of Charleston Opened Multi-Cultural Center April 7: Along with housing offices for the College intercultural programs, the Multi-Cultural Center provides a place for students to relax and study before, between and after classes.- (04/08/04)
College of Charleston Fights Alcohol and Drug Abuse: College takes part in National Alcohol Screening Day on April 8th. - (04/05/04)
College of Charleston opens the new Multi-Cultural Center on April 7: New building located at 207 Calhoun Street.- (04/01/04)
NICKELODEON EXEC TO SPEAK AT COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ON APRIL 22: Marva Smalls is part of Distinguished Communicators Series.- (03/31/04)
College of Charleston Host Fulbright Visiting Specialist March 30-31: Dr. Saleem Kidwai is an expert in Islamic societies and cultures. - (03/30/04)
Kauffman Foundation Awards College of Charleston $50,000 Grant: Grant used to establish the new undergraduate multidisciplinary initiative: “Liberal Education and the Entrepreneurial Mind.” - (03/29/04)
College of Charleston Student Pianist Heffernan to Play Kennedy Center: Jazz pianist/C of C student Conor Heffernan will perform in "Betty Carter's Jazz Ahead" program.- (03/24/04)
Dr. Robert Pitts Named Dean of College of Charleston School of Business: Dr. Pitts begins work on July 1st. - (03/23/04)
College of Charleston Host The Waters of Hermes Italian Festival: Festival will be on March 25-26 at Physicians Auditorium. - (03/15/04)
College of Charleston Geology Professor Wins International Courage Award: Stephanie Schwabe honored for her dedication to the preservation of the water-filled cave systems in the Bahamas and around the world. - (03/05/04)
College of Charleston Professor To Speak at White House Literary Function: Bret Lott to take part in event sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts. - (03/04/04)
Furlong Named Director of Intercultural Program at College of Charleston: Sumita Furlong named to post. - (03/01/04)
College of Charleston Hires Wilson as new Senior V-P for Student Affairs: Victor Wilson begins work at C of C this summer. - (02/25/04)
College of Charleston Presents Diversity Expert: William E. Leftwich III will lecture on March 1st.- (02/24/04)
Iota Omicron Offers Free Black History Walking Tour Today: Sites will include three houses once owned or rented by African-Americans now used as departmental offices, four African-American cemeteries which will be a part of the grounds of the new library, three of the city's oldest African-American churches- (02/18/04)
College of Charleston Host Math Meet: Close to 1,000 high school students from across the Southeast will participate.- (02/17/04)
GARRISON KEILLOR SPEAKS TO COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON STUDENTS: Famed public radio broadcaster and best selling author spoke to several Communication majors during a visit to the C of C.- (02/12/04)
College of Charleston Scientists Take Part in Earthquake Drill: Drill involved over 20 experts from the US and Puerto Rico. - (02/11/04)
U.N. POPULATION LAUREATE TO SPEAK AT COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON: Werner Fornos will speak on campus on February 17th.- (02/09/04)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON TO HOST HEALTH COMMUNICATION FORUM: Forum set for February 12 at Physicians Auditorium- (02/03/04)
CNN TO BROADCAST LIVE FROM THE COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON: Political Shows will be "Live from the Cistern" - (02/01/04)
Dr. Leslie Sautter named to Sanctuary Advisory Board: Sautter named to the Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary.- (01/30/04)
John Grisham Visits the College of Charleston: Best selling author speaks to students.- (01/28/04)
Professor Scott Poole Publishes Never Surrender: "Never Surrender should have an honored place on the surprisingly short shelf of serious studies of the southern conservative tradition," writes Gaines M. Foster, author of Ghosts of the Confederacy: Defeat, the Lost Cause, and the Emergence of the New South, 1865 to 1913.- (01/27/04)
Bell Named Secretary of College of Charleston Board of Directors: Bell was named to the Board in 1996- (01/12/04)
College of Charleston ‘Challenges’ Community to Commemorate MLK: Between 10am and 4pm on Monday, January 19, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, student led teams will complete service missions that benefit local non-profit agencies, schools, religious organizations, and local government with specific needs. - (01/08/04)
Graduates Receive Degrees During College of Charleston Winter Commencement: 560 students receive degrees. - (12/21/03)
Explore Mars with The College of Charleston: C of C will provide an exclusive real time video stream of the Mars rovers Spirit and Opportunity as they explore the Mars surface. - (12/17/03)
Laura Griffin 5K Run/Walk Scheduled: Race will be held on January 17,- (12/09/03)
Public Safety Officer Awarded the Medal Of Valor: Officer Charles Becktell was recognized for his courage concerning a traffic incident last month. - (12/04/03)
College of Charleston Professor Wins International Courage Award: Dr. Schwabe to receive The Women of Discovery Awards in March.- (11/24/03)
Governor’s School of College of Charleston Accepting Nominations: All nominations must be submitted before the January 30, 2004 - (11/20/03)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON TO HOST FORUM ON THE INTERNET AND POLITICAL STRATEGY: Forum set for December 4, 2003- (11/18/03)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON ANNOUNCES NEW CRAZYHORSE: For over forty years Crazyhorse has published the finest poetry and prose. The editors are especially interested in original writing that engages in the work of honest communication. Editors ask, “What’s at stake in this writing?” What’s reckoned with that’s important for other people to read?”- (11/17/03)
College of Charleston Study To Focus on Forest Management: Study will expand research and information on the effects of management, specifically prescribed fire, on forested ecosystems. - (11/14/03)
College of Charleston Host Liberal Arts and Entrepreneurship Meeting: Group wants to infuse entrepreneurship into the framework of a liberal arts and science education.- (11/14/03)
College of Charleston Host Non-Profit Seminar: Over 50 non-profit organizations attend seminar. - (11/13/03)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON DEAN ELECTED TO INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE: “ICFAD is a terrific organization,” says Morris. “I am honored that my peers have elected me to serve on the Board.- (11/13/03)
College of Charleston Board Member Vincent Price Dies: School sets up Vincent Price Scholarship Fund.- (11/12/03)
College of Charleston Featured on ABC-TV Program "The View": The show was broadcast from The Cistern- (11/10/03)
C of C's Avery Center Acquires William H. Johnson Painting: “Bicycling Boys,” will be officially accepted by Avery and College of Charleston on November 12, 2003 - (11/10/03)
College of Charleston Dedicates the Rita Liddy Hollings Science Center: Hollings is a 1957 C of C Grad. - (10/31/03)
College of Charleston Offers an Astronomy Double Extravaganza.: Public invited to view a total lunar eclipse and a view of Mars.- (10/27/03)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Meeting: Board to meet on October 23-24.- (10/17/03)
Dr. Sam Stafford Named to College of Charleston’s Board of Directors: Governor Mark Sanford names Dr. Stafford to the Board.- (10/16/03)
Kiplinger Magazine Names College of Charleston “Best Value”: This is the second year in a row the College has made the list. - (10/13/03)
College of Charleston Awards Honorary Degree to Krawcheck: The award comes 21 years after he enrolled in the school as a part-time student. - (10/10/03)
College of Charleston Program Ranked as Best in the Nation: The report shows that the College of Charleston is a national leader when it comes to producing astronomy and physics graduates. - (09/23/03)
National Minority Organization Recognizes College of Charleston Student: The organization recognized four undergraduate and three graduate students from across the United States who maintained outstanding academic records and successfully completed major research projects.- (09/19/03)
Governor Sanford Awarded College of Charleston Founders’ Medal: The Founders’ Medal Award was established in 1985 to mark the 200th anniversary of the chartering of the College of Charleston. - (09/18/03)
College of Charleston Holds Open House: First of three open houses slated for Sept. 20th.- (09/11/03)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON TO HOLD 9/11 VIGIL IN CISTERN: The vigil will include readings and music by the College of Charleston Concert Choir, Directed by Robert Taylor, and Lux Aeterna, Directed by Karen Marrolli. - (09/09/03)
College of Charleston Professor Helps NASA Develop Educational Program: Program will address the academic requirements of students with special needs.- (09/05/03)
College of Charleston Offers a View of Mars: College will set up telescopes for a Mars viewing on September 13 - (09/04/03)
College of Charleston Offers Business Etiquette Class: Program will focus on everything from the art of handshaking to working a room. - (09/02/03)
Report Shows College of Charleston Has $480.8 Million Impact on Lowcountry: Report released by the Joseph P. Riley Jr., Institute for Urban Affairs and Policy Studies at the College of Charleston. - (08/29/03)
Motown Bassist, James Jamerson Featured in Jazz Initiative Events at Avery: In this first program of the recently established jazz initiative- (08/27/03)
College of Charleston Unveils New Athletic Logos: This is the first logo change for the school’s athletic department since September 1992. - (08/25/03)
College of Charleston 2003 Freshmen Class Sets SAT record: The average SAT score for the incoming freshmen class is 1205.- (08/21/03)
COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON HOLDS 2003 CONVOCATION: New Student Convocation is a College of Charleston tradition that kicks-off the academic year and includes messages from the president of the College, student government president, and several other representatives.- (08/20/03)
College of Charleston Bookstore Holds Grand Opening: The new store will feature cutting edge innovation in C of C merchandising design and fixtures. - (08/19/03)
Princeton Review Ranks College of Charleston Among Best in Nation: The College is one of the 100 schools profiled in the very first edition of The Best Southeastern Colleges- (08/19/03)
College of Charleston Astronomy Department Presents Mars Lecture: “What is All the Hype About Mars Really About”lecture will be presented by C of C Astronomy Professor Dr. Terry Richards.- (08/18/03)
Nadel Named Director of Community Outreach: Evelyn Nadel takes over post.- (08/15/03)
College of Charleston Concert Choir Wins Top Honor: “A performance at the regional ACDA convention is one of the greatest honors a college choir can receive,” says Rob Taylor- (08/07/03)
College of Charleston Student Wins National Playwright Competition: A conference for the winners will be held in New York City from July 31 – August 1, 2003. - (07/29/03)
College of Charleston Student-Athletes Are Making the Grade: During the Spring 2003 semester, 10 out of 17 teams earned GPAs above the College of Charleston average- (07/28/03)
College of Charleston Dean Elected President of Prestigious Council: “This is good visibility for College of Charleston to play more of a leadership role and to act as a vehicle for furthering goals set for the College on a national scale,” says Dr. Hines.- (07/28/03)
College of Charleston Receives $89,000 Kauffman Grant: The Consortium will serve to encourage and stimulate liberal arts and sciences colleges and universities to infuse entrepreneurship into the framework of a liberal arts and sciences education.- (07/24/03)
College of Charleston Announces John M Rivers Sr. Scholarship: The scholarship will be used to recruit and retain a student majoring in communication.- (07/21/03)
College of Charleston Host Canadian Business Seminar: The seminar will cover all aspects of doing business with Canada.- (07/17/03)
SUMMER SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL EXPLORES UNIVERSAL THEMES: The festival, which is the only one of its kind in Charleston, will offer professional level performances of the Bard’s timeless works. - (07/15/03)
School of the Arts Hosts International Fine Arts Deans: Valerie Morris, Dean of the School of the Arts and Steve Rosenberg, Chair of the School of the Arts’ Music Department and Director of the Charleston Pro Musica, will present information to the ICFAD - (07/10/03)
Russian Entrepreneurs Visit College of Charleston: Group will receive a crash course on U.S. business and global entrepreneurship.- (07/09/03)
College of Charleston Biologist Explores Mountains in the Sea: The deep sea mission will explore several little known seamounts in the New England Seamount Chain. - (07/09/03)
College of Charleston Student Playwright Wins National Honor: Donnelly’s play was written for the College of Charleston Theatre Department Playwriting II course as a final project- (07/07/03)
Governor’s School Students Stage Mock Refugee Camp at College of Charleston: Several Charleston physicians as well as MUSC medical students volunteered their time to administer the clinic. - (07/03/03)
College of Charleston/MUSC Receive Grant Money For Study: Grant will be used to develop programs in genomics and proteomics. - (07/03/03)
College of Charleston Freshman Awarded Beatty Scholarship: Dustin Anthony Barr of Mooresville, NC will attend the College of Charleston under scholarship.- (06/30/03)
Service Learning with a Computer Science Twist: College of Charleston Computer Science students have accomplished work that has global impact. - (06/27/03)
Avery Center Kicks Off African American Tourism Marketing Initiative: Reception to be held on July 16th - (06/27/03)
College of Charleston Publishes International Literary Magazine: The nineteenth issue of Illuminations: An International Magazine of Contemporary Writing has arrived.- (06/23/03)
College of Charleston Faculty Member Receives Research Enhancement Award: Dr. Hughes receives $5000 in research "seed money."- (06/17/03)
Professor Danaher Selected to National Poverty Center Workshop: C of C Sociology Professor William F. Danaher will receive national recognition this summer for the quality of his social policy research.- (06/11/03)
Dr. Beam Receives Governor’s Award for Excellence in Scientific Awareness: C of C Professor was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the education of undergraduate students - (06/10/03)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Votes to Increase Tuition: C of C tuition still expected to remain below that of many public institutions in the state and the southeast. - (06/09/03)
College of Charleston Announces $50,000 “Ask Jackie” Scholarship: At $50,000, "Ask Jackie" Scholarship is the largest Communications Department scholarship at the School.- (06/06/03)
CofC Professor Selected to National Poverty Center Workshop: Dr. William F. Danaher will analyze poverty and welfare trends this summer at the University of Michigan- (06/06/03)
College of Charleston Board of Trustees Hold Special Meeting: Meeting scheduled for June 9th. - (06/02/03)
History Professor Gleeson Wins Distinguished Prize: Professor David T. Gleeson of the College of Charleston Department of History has won the 2001 Donald Murphy Prize for Distinguished First Book - (06/02/03)
College of Charleston Upward Bound Program Awarded $2-million Grant: The United States Department of Education has awarded the College of Charleston’s Upward Bound Program a five-year grant of more than two million dollars. - (05/23/03)
Jorgens named Provost/ Senior V.P. for Academic Affairs: Dr.Elise Jorgens will be the chief academic officer of the College with oversight of the academic program.- (05/15/03)
Abrams Named Senior V.P. for Strategic Planning and Administration: Andy Abrams will also serve as General Counsel for the College of Charleston- (05/15/03)
College of Charleston Graduates Largest Class Ever: More than 1,500 strong—crossed the stage at Cistern Yard during the traditional Mother’s Day Graduation Ceremony. - (05/11/03)
C of C Names Sobiesuo as Director of International Education: Dr. Andrew Sobiesuo responsible for developing and implementing international education at C of C- (05/08/03)
Governor Sanford Selects Scarborough to C of C Board of Trustees: Scarborough to fill one of two seats on the Board of Trustees. - (05/07/03)
College of Charleston Student Studies Mindset of Henry Laurens: Psychology Major Neal Polhemus recently traveled to Boston, Massachusetts to conduct research for his paper entitled, “The Mind Frame of Henry Laurens: President of the First Continental Congress from 1777-78.”- (05/07/03)
College of Charleston Senior Receives $500 Award: Senior John D. Lockair received a $500 award from Entrepreneur-in-Residence Tommy Baker.- (05/05/03)
College of Charleston Presents Astronomy Day: The event is free and open to the public.- (05/02/03)
College of Charleston Communication Chair Wins National Award: Dr. Douglas A. Ferguson, Professor and Department of Communication Chair at the College of Charleston, was a member of the winning team- (05/02/03)
College of Charleston Honors Communication Students: The College of Charleston Department of Communication honored students for various awards during the 2002-2003 school year- (05/01/03)
Public Safety Announces Employee of the Quarter: Officer James Washington receives Employee of the Quarter Award- (05/01/03)
College of Charleston Publishes Crazyhorse Literary Journal: The College of Charleston announces the Spring 2003 issue of Crazyhorse, a nationally distributed literary journal of fiction, poetry, and essays- (04/30/03)
College of Charleston Honors Language Students: The College of Charleston Department of Languages honored students for various awards during the 2002-2003 school year- (04/30/03)
College of Charleston Honors Public Safety Officers: The College of Charleston honored nine officers on Wednesday, April 30 for making the campus safe secure.- (04/30/03)
Dr. Shirley Malcolm to Speak at C of C Graduate School Ceremony: The Graduate School of the College of Charleston will award degrees to 92 students during the ceremony. - (04/29/03)
McGraw to Speak at College of Charleston Graduation: Harold McGraw III, President and Chief Executive Officer of McGraw-Hill Companies will be the commencement speaker at the College of Charleston Commencement Ceremony on May 11th. - (04/28/03)
College of Charleston Presents Faculty Awards: Awards presented to 6 C of C faculty members- (04/24/03)
College of Charleston Honors Students/Faculty: The College of Charleston honored 75 students and faculty members who have won various awards during the 2002-2003 school year. - (04/24/03)
College of Charleston Professor Heads Charleston Cruise Ship Committee: Committee will review the operations of the cruise ship industry and manage its impact in Charleston. - (04/22/03)
College of Charleston Students Deliver “Bears for the Abused”: Students hope to deliver more than 100 teddy bears to the Childern's Emergency Shelter in Charleston. - (04/16/03)
CofC Students Receive Prominent Arts Internships in Washington, D.C.: CofC Arts Management students Christina Leventis and Amanda Swenson have received prominent summer internships in Washington, D.C.- (04/16/03)
College of Charleston Senior Takes Center Stage Internship: College of Charleston Senior and Baltimore native, Melanie Zolenas, has taken an internship with Center Stage Theater.- (04/16/03)
C of C Announces Student Employee and Student Employer of the Year Awards: Elizabeth Abraham and Matt Yousefzadeh share award for CofC Student Employee of the Year and Andrew Garland, Assistant Director of Alumni Services, wins Employer of the Year- (04/15/03)
College of Charleston Presents Research Poster Session: Over 100 Research Posters will be on display.- (04/11/03)
C of C Students Take the Diplomatic Approach to Washington, D.C.: College of Charleston students participate in the Maya Model Organization of American States General Assembly in Washington, D.C. - (04/09/03)
Brownyard Named Associate V-P of Business Services: Brownyard will oversee the newly created Business Services Division- (04/04/03)
Willette Burnham Named Associate V-P of Enrollment Management: Burnham will recommend, plan, coordinate, implement and evaluate strategies, programs and services that augment the quality of student life. - (04/04/03)
College of Charleston Host “Play Day” for Preschool Children: Event will have games and art activities designed for preschool aged children - (04/03/03)
CofC Student Wins National Award for Sociology Project: College of Charleston Senior and Sociology major Joseph Valenti has won first prize in the “Best Undergraduate Poster” category from the Southern Sociological Society.- (04/03/03)
Johnson Awarded College of Charleston Founders’ Medal: F. Mitchell Johnson gets College of Charleston top honor- (03/27/03)
C of C Music Student Wins National Classical Guitar Competition: College of Charleston Senior and classical guitarist Marco Sartor has won first place at the 2003 Music Teachers National Association Finals- (03/26/03)
S.C. Teachers/Students Prepare Samples for Space Station: Program sponsored by College of Charleston and S.C. Space Grant Consortium- (03/25/03)
College of Charleston Board of Trustee Meeting: Board meets on April 7-8, 2003- (03/24/03)
College of Charleston host Scholarship Luncheon: Over 120 Scholarship winners meet donors- (03/21/03)
College of Charleston to Present Founders’ Medal Award: Award will be presented to F. Mitchell Johnson on March 26th- (03/19/03)
College of Charleston Project to be featured on SC Educational Radio: The Green Building Project will be featured on the March 20th edition of "Your Day"- (03/18/03)
C of C Music Faculty Member Trevor Weston Wins Goddard Lieberson Prize: Music Professor Trevor Weston is the recipient of the Goddard Lieberson $15,000 prize for “mid-career composers of exceptional gifts”- (03/17/03)
Journalist John Palmer to Speak at College of Charleston: Award-Winning Newsman will speak on war, politics, and the influence of media - (03/14/03)
College of Charleston Professor Wins Science Award: Dr. Charles Beam awarded the “2003 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Science Awareness- (03/13/03)
College of Charleston and Clemson Seek New Masters Program: Schools Propose masters degree of Science in Historic Preservation- (03/12/03)
College of Charleston Applications Increase For Fall Term: Deadline to apply for Fall Semester is April 1st. - (03/11/03)
Conference on Carolina Lowcountry and Caribbean Cuisines Set: This conference will highlight the rich parallel traditions of cookery in the Lowcountry and the West Indies. - (03/07/03)
Rosengarten Wins Governor’s Archives Award: Curator of the Jewish Heritage Collection receives first ever “Governor’s Archives Award” - (03/06/03)
Charleston Men's Chorus Raises Scholarship Money: The Charleston Men's Chorus, directed by Lon H. Shull III, and accompanied by Pamela Nelson, enchanted a large audience- (03/03/03)
College of Charleston for the Adult Student: Open House on March 18th - (03/03/03)
Magazine Ranks College of Charleston Chemistry Degrees in Top 25: College of Charleston is the only S.C. school to make the list. - (02/27/03)
Dr. Larry Carlson Receives Governor’s Distinguished Professor Award: Dr. Larry Carlson, Professor and Chair of the Department of English at the College of Charleston- (02/27/03)
College of Charleston received S.C. Lottery Grant from S.C. Lawmakers: Grant will be used to install "smart classrooms", train faculty members and to make the WebCT course management software available in all courses. - (02/24/03)
C of C Professor Says Higher Gas Prices Could Help S.C. Tourism: High Prices at the pump may bring more tourist to Palmetto State. - (02/10/03)
College of Charleston Students Called to Active Duty: College of Charleston student military reservists Melissa Henderson and Stanislov Komitov have answered the call to active duty- (02/07/03)
College of Charleston Schedules Events for Black History Month.: C of C events range from lectures to jazz concerts.- (02/03/03)
MESSA Runs for Money and Environmental Awareness: (MESSA) 8K for H2O RUN/WALK took place on Saturday, February 1st, 2003 at Folly Beach, South Carolina- (02/03/03)
Summer Undergraduate Research Proposals: Applications for Summer Undergraduate Research proposals are due Friday, January 31st. For details about the undergraduate research component of the 4th Century Initiative program, please see the Undergraduate Research webpage. - (01/31/03)
Study Looks at Non-Television Families in South Carolina: New case study by a C of C professor reveals that there may be some similarities among households that do not own a TV. - (01/30/03)
C of C students headed to Music Teachers National Association Finals: College of Charleston students William Villaverde, piano, and Marco Sartor, classical guitar, both recently won first place at the Music Teachers National Association Finals (MTNA) Southern Division Competition- (01/29/03)
College of Charleston Trustees vote to add 1,600 seats to College Arena: Trustees vote to raise the current 3,400 seats to 5,000 with the flexibility to enlarge in the future.- (01/24/03)
Hospitality Leadership Development Institute Begins Training: The Hospitality Leadership Development Institute has established an intense management program that provided managers with educational opportunities designed to enhance their career development and professional growth. - (01/23/03)
College of Charleston Breaks Ground on New School of Business Building: The $2 million endowment is the largest single gift ever given to the College of Charleston. - (01/23/03)
Governor’s School of College of Charleston Accepting Nominations: The Governor’s School is a four-week residential summer program designed for gifted and talented high school students.- (01/21/03)
400 Receive Degrees at College of Charleston’s Mid-year Commencement: More than 350 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students recieved their degrees at the College of Charleston’s mid-year commencement on December 15 at the North Charleston Coliseum. - (12/15/2002)
Arena to Remain on George Street: The College of Charleston Board of Trustees met on November 15, 2002 and decided that the College's athletic/PEHD complex will remain on George Street, thereby rejecting the upper Meeting Street option. The board charged the administration with the task of working with architectural consultants and others to develop various sized arena configurations. - (11/21/2002)
Gospel Choir to Perform on Good Morning America as a Part of the “50 States” Tour: The College of Charleston’s Gospel Choir, under the direction of Jonihfer Q. Fashion, has been invited to perform on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” Wednesday Nov. 13, on the steps of the Dock Street Theatre, 135 Church Street. WCIV-TV4 will be assisting in this exciting, live broadcast. Monday, Nov. 11, GMA will be leaving its Times Square studio and going on the road again, continuing ABC News’ “50 States” tour across America with a special weeklong southern swing. - (11/13/2002)
College of Charleston “Interns” Revisit Good Morning America: Good Morning America, ABC-TV’s early morning show, will broadcast live on Wednesday, November 13, from the Dock Street Theatre as part of its “50 States, One Nation, One Year” campaign. For College of Charleston senior Khaliah El-Amin and alumna Jaime Newsom it will be a reunion of sorts. - (11/11/2002)
Author Steve Turner to Lecture on Artist William Henry Johnson: Steve Turner, owner of the Steve Turner Gallery in Beverly Hills, Calif., will present a lecture on artist William H. Johnson at the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, 125 Bull Street, at 6:30 PM on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2002. - (10/22/2002)
Naming and Dedication Ceremony for the Center for Jewish Studies: At 2:30 p.m. on October 13, 2002, the College of Charleston will hold a naming and dedication ceremony for the Center for Jewish Studies. - (10/8/2002)
Naming and Dedication of McAlister Residence Hall: On October 14, 2002, the College of Charleston held a naming and dedication ceremony for its newest residence hall: Marcia Kelly McAlister Hall. Located on the corner of St. Philip and Vanderhorst Streets, McAlister Hall is available to all full-time students and features its own café, student lounge, laundry, and administrative and security offices. - (10/15/2002)
College of Charleston Announces Admissions Open House: The College of Charleston will host an open house for prospective freshmen and transfer students from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 9, 2002. Students interested in enrolling at the College of Charleston will have an opportunity to learn more about admission, academic departments, financial aid, and student life. - (10/18/2002)
College of Charleston Students Earn Writing Lab Certification: Tamara Keith, a consultant for the College of Charleston Writing Lab has been awarded the second level of certification by the National College Reading and Learning Association. Keith is a junior at College of Charleston, majoring in biology. She is a graduate of Crestwood High School in Sumter, S.C. and is the daughter of William and Kathleen Keith of Dalzell. - (10/7/2002)
National Conference Hosted by College of Charleston's Arts Management Program and Avery Research: The College of Charleston's Arts Management Program and the Avery Research Center will co-host the 28th Annual “Social Theory, Politics & the Arts Conference,” Oct. 3 - 5, in the Lightsey Conference Center, 160 Calhoun St.- (9/30/2002)
C of C’s School of Education Announces Goizueta Foundation Scholarship Recipients: The College of Charleston School of Education has announced the 2002-2003 Goizueta Foundation Reach to Teach Scholarship recipients. These five individuals, chosen for their commitment to South Carolina schools and children, will receive $4,000 a year for up to three years to complete their education degrees at the College of Charleston. The recipients are Laurie Dennis, Milita Johnson, Celeste Monette, Dawn Monroe, and Jacqueline Villinger. Ruth Cohen will serve as their mentor. - (9/25/2002)
Early Childhood Development Center Dedicates Renovated Building: The College of Charleston School of Education will host a celebration and dedication of the newly renovated N.E. Miles Early Childhood Development Center on Friday, November 1. Celebration activities will include an open house from 9-11 a.m., a dedication ceremony at 11 a.m., and a drop-in from 4-6 p.m., during which refreshments will be served. Campus and community members are invited to attend. - (9/30/2002)
College of Charleston announces First Black Alumni Reunion Weekend: The College of Charleston announces the first Black Alumni Reunion Weekend to take place on Friday and Saturday, October 25 and 26, 2002. Planned activities include a cocktail party, a street fair, and a banquet and dance featuring music all alumni can groove to. - (9/30/2002)
College of Charleston Faculty Member Receives Fulbright Scholar Award: David M. Kowal, Professor of Art History at the College of Charleston, has been awarded a Fulbright Scholar grant to lecture and research the University of S. Carlos, Guatemala during the 2002-2003 academic year, according to the United States Department of State and the J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board. - (9/13/2002)
Newest Class Begins the Hospitality Leadership Development Institute: On September 18, eighteen middle managers of Charleston’s leading hospitality organizations began the fall session of the Hospitality Leadership Development Institute, established by the School of Business and Economics at the College of Charleston. - (9/30/2002)
College of Charleston to Host Political Communications Forum: CHARLESTON, SC — Eight of the state's most prominent political communication experts will share opinions and anecdotes on Monday, September 30, at a forum, titled "South Carolina Elections 2002: Campaign Strategy and the Media." The forum sponsored by the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, along with the College's departments of Communication and Political Science, will be held at 7 p.m. at C of C's Physicians Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. - (9/16/2002)
College of Charleston Makes Princeton Review College Guide Cover: Randolph Hall and the Cistern yard, which have inspired generations of photographers, now grace the cover of the Princeton Review’s Complete Book of Colleges 2003.- (8/5/2002)
C of C Announces New Board of Trustee Leadership and Four New Trustees: On July 19, 2002, the Board of Trustees of the College of Charleston elected new leadership. The new chairman of the board is Robert S. Small, Jr.- (7/19/2002)
Business School Establishes New Hospitality Leadership Institute: On May 22, twelve Lowcountry hospitality professionals completed the new Hospitality Leadership Development Institute established by the School of Business and Economics at the College of Charleston. - (7/12/2002)
Distance Education Links Downtown Campus and C of C- North: The Spring 2002 semester saw the debut of three new computer science distance education courses at the College of Charleston. Video and audio links enabled students at College of Charleston- North in North Charleston to be part of classes taught in specially equipped classrooms at the downtown campus. - (7/11/2002)
C of C Researchers Receive National Science Foundation Grants: College of Charleston Chemistry and Education faculty have received separate grants from the National Science Foundation. - (7/5/2002)
C of C Students Excel at S.C. Academy of Science Competition: The College of Charleston’s undergraduate research program reaped numerous awards at the South Carolina Academy of Science 75th Annual Meeting held recently at the University of South Carolina- Aiken. - (7/3/2002)
C of C Alumna Wins Prestigious Journalism Award: Kelly Golden, a College of Charleston alumna and news anchor-reporter at Charleston’s WTMA Radio, is the recipient of a 2002 Edward R. Murrow Award presented by the Radio-Television News Directors Association. - (7/2/2002)
New School of Sciences and Mathematics Dean Named: College of Charleston President Lee Higdon has announced the appointment of Dr. Norine Noonan as the new Dean of the School of Sciences and Mathematics. - (6/24/2002)
C of C Names New School of Education Dean: College of Charleston President Lee Higdon announced today that Dr. Frances C. Welch is the new dean of the university’s School of Education. Welch had been interim dean since January 2001. - (5/24/2002)
Frederick Douglass IV Tours C of C's Avery Center: A descendant of one of this country's most prominent 19th century figures visited the College's Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture on May 17. - (5/23/2002)
Business School Honor Society Inducts Local Executives: In recognition of their business and civic contributions to the Charleston area, George W. Fennell and Gregory D. Padgett of Fennell Holdings, Inc. have been inducted into the College of Charleston’s chapter of Beta Gamma Sigma. Beta Gamma Sigma is the honor society for business programs accredited by AACSB International-- The Association to Advance Collegiate School of Business. - (5/23/2002)
Economic Developers School at C of C Graduates Six: Six more South Carolina professionals have completed the College of Charleston- sponsored South Carolina Economic Developers School (SCEDS). - (5/22/2002)
C of C Graduates Largest Class Ever on Mother's Day: The College of Charleston’s Class of 2002-- more than 1,100 strong-- is the largest ever at South Carolina oldest institution of higher learning. - (5/14/2002)
Survey to Probe Businesses about Higher Education Needs: The recently formed Lowcountry Graduate Center- a consortium involving the College of Charleston, The Citadel and the Medical University of South Carolina- will survey 500 area businesses to gauge the level of interest in launching new graduate and post-graduate degrees in the Lowcountry. - (5/14/2002)
2001-2002 Faculty Awards Announced - (5/8/2002)
Hurricane Class Hits C of C: The Spring 2002 semester has been hurricane season for College of Charleston students enrolled in a new course devoted to understanding the physics of hurricanes as well as the influence these feared weather phenomena have on man and the environment. - (5/6/2002)
Kresse Honored by C of C Toastmasters: Recently retired College of Charleston men’s basketball head coach John Kresse has been honored by the school’s Toastmasters organization. College of Charleston’s Toastmasters, which promotes excellence in public speaking, presented Kresse with its Communications & Leadership Award. - (5/2/2002)
C of C Plans Events to Recall America's First Memorial Day: It’s a little known part of Charleston history that America’s first Memorial Day-style ceremony was held in the city’s Hampton Race Course (now Hampton Park) on May, 1 1865, just weeks after the Civil War ended. Historians say this public event- originally called “Decoration Day” - set into motion the rituals that today have become known as Memorial Day. - (5/2/2002)
C of C Greeks Raise $8,000 for Children's Hospital: On April 19 the Sigma Chi fraternity at the College of Charleston presented $8,000 to the Medical University of South Carolina’s Children’s Hospital. The funds were raised during Sigma Chi’s annual Derby Days, a week-long series of games, contests, and fundraising activities in which C of C sororities compete. - (4/30/2002)
Commencements Set for May 11-12: The College of Charleston will holds its outdoor undergraduate commencement on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 12. Approximately 1,300 members of the Class of 2002 are expected take the traditional walk across The Cistern to receive their hard-earned diplomas. The ceremony begins at 2:30 p.m. The speaker will be Edward Villella, America’s most celebrated male dancer. Villella, Founding Artistic Director of the Miami City Ballet and a National Medal of the Arts recipient, will receive an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters degree. - (4/30/2002)
Sports Communications Discussed at C of C Forum: A panel of coaches, players, sports journalists, broadcasters and college athletics officials gathered at C of C's Education Center on April 8 to participate in a forum entitled "The Current State of College Athletics: A Communications Perspective." - (4/26/2002)
British Educators Visit C of C Writing Lab: The College of Charleston’s Writing Lab had some special visitors recently when two educators from the London College of Printing came to campus for a meeting. - (4/25/2002)
Graduate School Announces Name Change: After a decade as the University of Charleston, S.C., the College of Charleston’s graduate program will now be known as The Graduate School – College of Charleston. - (4/25/2002)
Tuition and Fees Set for Next School Year: On April 16 the College of Charleston’s Board of Trustees approved a revised schedule of tuition and fees to fund its Fourth Century Initiative and to offset cuts in state funding. - (4/24/2002)
Vocal Students Excel At Regional Competition: Three College of Charleston voice students were winners in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Student Auditions sponsored by the National Association of Teachers of Singing. The competition was held at Shenandoah University in Winchester, Va. on April 6. - (4/22/2002)
C of C Professor Honored in Washington, D.C.: On April 3, 2002, the government of Portugal awarded College of Charleston Associate Professor of History Timothy Coates the medal of Grand Commander of the Order of São Tiago. - (4/22/2002)
2002 Student Employee and Employer of the Year Named: The College of Charleston’s Office of Career Services held a reception on April 11 to recognize the 22 students and 28 employers who were nominated for the 2002 Student Employee and Student Employer of the Year awards. - (4/17/2002)
Tom Herrion Named C of C Men's Basketball Coach: Tom Herrion, an assistant at the University of Virginia the past four seasons, was named head men's basketball coach at the College of Charleston on April 9. College of Charleston President Lee Higdon made the announcement at an 11 a.m. press conference at Alumni Hall on the school's campus. - (4/15/2002)
Leo I. Higdon, Jr. Inaugurated as College of Charleston’s 20th President: To the theme of “Dream, Plan, Believe,” C of C’s new president Leo I. “Lee” Higdon, Jr. was inaugurated on March 26 during a ceremony at the Sottile Theatre. - (4/12/2002)
C of C Spring Break Program Wins National Award: A new College of Charleston program developed to show students how to stay safe while having fun over their Spring Break vacation has won a national award. - (4/11/2002)
Progress Continues on New Jewish Studies Center: The College's new Center for Jewish Studies is taking shape at the corner of Wentworth and Glebe Streets. In October, ground was broken on the three-story, 12,000-square-foot building. The Center is expected to be completed this summer. - (3/28/2002)
Hollywood Visits C of C Campus During Spring Break: As C of C students left campus for Spring Break in early March, the motion picture industry moved in. Randolph Hall and Maybank Hall became sets as scenes were shot for “Leopold Bloom,” an independent film that will star Elizabeth Shue, Joseph Fiennes, and Sam Shepard. Dennis Hopper, Donnie Wahlberg and Deborah Unger are also on the cast for first-time feature director Mehdi Norowzian. - (3/22/2002)
C of C Student Wins Guitar Competition in Pennsylvania: Marco Sartor, a classical guitarist studying at the College of Charleston, won the sixth annual Schadt String Competition held March 1-3 in Allentown, Pa. Sartor, 22, who is from Uruguay, won $5,000 and the opportunity to perform with the Allentown Symphony next spring. - (3/20/2002)
Legendary Basketball Coach John Kresse Resigns: Charleston, S.C. -- John Kresse, the College of Charleston men's basketball coach for the past 23 seasons, announced his retirement on Tuesday after 38 years of coaching on the high school, collegiate and professional levels signaling an end to the most successful era in College of Charleston basketball history. - (3/14/2002)
C of C Professor Writes Book About Women and Politics: The Houghton Mifflin Company has published “Women and Politics: The Pursuit of Equality” by Lynne E. Ford, chair of the College of Charleston’s Department of Political Science. - (3/13/2002)
Freshman Essay Hits Mark in National Fencing Magazine: He was fighting with words until his professor allowed him to write about fighting with swords. In a nutshell, that’s the unlikely story of how a freshman essay written by College of Charleston student Sloan Newman ended up being published in a national fencing magazine. - (3/7/2002)
C of C Offers Women's History Month Events: In recognition of Women’s History Month in March, the College of Charleston will present several free events open to the public. - (3/6/2002)
Advanced Economic Development Symposium Held At C of C: Thirteen economic development professionals from across the state have completed the South Carolina Advanced Economic Developers’ Symposium (SCAEDS). The intensive five day session, held February 17-22 at the College of Charleston’s Tate Center for Entrepreneurship, was designed to provide an advanced education experience in the theory and fundamentals of economic development in South Carolina. - (3/5/2002)
New Bavier Sailing Trophy Dedicated: A ceremony was held Feb. 23 at the College of Charleston’s J. Stewart Walker, Jr. Sailing Complex to dedicate a new trophy and plaque in honor of one of this country’s legendary sailing figures. - (2/28/2002)
C of C Writing Lab to Present at International Conference: Two representatives from the College of Charleston’s Writing Lab will be making a presentation at the International Writing Center Association Conference in Savannah, Ga. on April 12. - (2/27/2002)
C of C Piano Students Win Competition: College of Charleston piano students Fabiana Claure and William Villaverde were among the five winners at the Arthur Fr aser Piano Competition held February 2 at the University of South Carolina. Both are students of Enrique Graf, C of C Asso ciate Professor of Music and Artist-in-Residence. - (2/22/2002)
New C of C Residence Hall Taking Shape: Construction of the College of Charleston’s newest residence hall is moving right along-- and up. - (2/20/2002)
At C of C, Math + Fiction = Unique New Honors Course: What possibly could a math course and an English course have in common? At the College of Charleston these two disparate subjects have been blended into a special topics honors course this semester called “Mathematics in Fiction.” - (2/19/2002)
Former C of C Rower Establishes Crew Club Award: John B. Coffey, a four year member of the College of Charleston’s Crew Club, is donating $5,000 to help his former team attend the largest collegiate regatta in the United States. Coffey has pledged to donate $1,000 annually for five years so the team can participate in the Dad Vail Regatta which is held each May in Philadelphia. - (2/18/2002)
C of C Math Meet to Celebrate 25th Anniversary: One of the Southeast’s oldest and largest math meets will mark its 25th anniversary this month-- and the numbers add up to a successful and significant annual event. - (2/13/2002)
Battle of the Bands Raises Funds for Local School: A capacity crowd witnessed the band Working Title winning a College of Charleston- sponsored Battle of the Bands competition on January 31. Held at Cumberland's Pub and Grill, 26 Cumberland St., the contest raised more than $1,200 for the music program at the Charleston County School of the Arts, an academic magnet school located in North Charleston. - (2/7/2002)
C of C Student Awarded New Gilman International Scholarship: LaChanda N. Hare, a senior biology major at the College of Charleston, has been selected to receive a Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Award. This new federal scholarship program was founded in 2001 to encourage American students to study overseas. The program is sponsored by the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. It is funded by the U.S. Congress and is administered through the Institute of International Education. - (2/6/2002)
Laura Griffin Memorial Continues Successful Run: The Sixth Annual Laura Griffin Memorial 5K Run/Walk drew more than 600 registrants this year. They were made up of runners, walkers, and some folks who didn’t participate in the 3.1 mile race but just wanted to support a good cause. - (2/6/2002)
Library Construction Site Features "Novel" Design: A construction site can be a real eyesore but eye-catching is how some are describing the College of Charleston’s new library construction site. - (1/28/2002)
C of C Launches Quality Enhancement Plan: The College of Charleston announced today the launching of “The Fourth Century: A Quest for Excellence,” an ambitious and comprehensive four-year quality enhancement program to make the school “a nationally preeminent public liberal arts and sciences university.” - (1/25/2002)
C of C Theatre Professor Staging "Virtual Vaudeville": Vaudeville, America’s popular mainstream entertainment before motion pictures, radio and television, will take a high-tech curtain call. Susan Kattwinkel, a theatre professor at the College of Charleston, is involved in a computer modeling production called “Virtual Vaudeville.” Officially known as “A Live Performance Simulation System: Virtual Vaudeville,” the project has been awarded a $900,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. - (1/23/2002)
C of C Professor Wins Poetry Award in Italy: Massimo Maggiari, Associate Professor of Italian and Coordinator of the Italian Studies Program at the College of Charleston, has won first place in a prestigious poetry contest at the Ariston Theater in Sanremo, Italy. - (1/16/2002)
S.C. Commerce Chief Urges Graduates to Stay in State: Touting the strength and growing high technology dimensions of South Carolina’s economy, state Secretary of Commerce Charles Way, Jr. urged College of Charleston graduates to stay home and not go elsewhere to start their careers. - (12/20/2001)
Avery Center Receives 2001 Governor's Humanities Award: On Dec. 14 at an elegant reception befitting the College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture, officials from the South Carolina Humanities Council presented the Avery with the 2001 Governor’s Award in the Humanities. - (12/19/2001)
C of C Part of Effort to Boost State's Biomedical Research: The College of Charleston is part of a statewide initiative to increase biomedical research in South Carolina. The $5.9 million project is being federally funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Of this amount the College of Charleston has been awarded $620,000. - (12/17/2001)
Four Hundred to Receive Degrees at Mid-Year Commencement: More than 350 undergraduate students and 50 graduate students will receive their degrees at the College of Charleston’s mid-year commencement on Dec. 16 at the school’s F. Mitchell Johnson Physical Education Center. - (12/3/2001)
National Magazine Lauds C of C Playwriting: In its annual “College Guide to the Performing Arts” issue, BACKSTAGE magazine, the national professional theatre publication, has selected the College of Charleston Department of Theatre as one of the four outstanding college theatre departments in the United States. The special focus of the article was on the many awards, activities and accomplishments of the College playwriting students, under the guidance of Dr. Franklin Ashley, Professor of Theatre. - (11/29/2001)
C of C Audience "Hunley-tized" by McConnell Presentation: On Oct. 31, an audience at the College of Charleston’s Physicians Auditorium was treated to an inspiring presentation about the Confederate submarine H.L. Hunley by S.C. Sen. Glenn McConnell, who is chairman of the Hunley Commission. Many left the talk “Hunley-tized”-- to use McConnell’s term-- excited about the ambitious restoration project. - (11/26/2001)
Sophomore Receives Jacob Murray Book Scholarship: Allison Clyburn, a sophomore at the College of Charleston, has been awarded The Jacob Murray Memorial Book Fund for 2001. The award is given annually to a deserving student who works in the the college’s libraries, archives, or museums. The late Jacob Murray was a former assistant principal and assistant football coach at James Island High School. For many years he worked in the Charleston County school system and on weekends at C of C’s Robert Scott Small Library. - (11/20/2001)
History Professor Receives Outstanding Book Award: College of Charleston history professor Amy Thompson McCandless has received the 2001 Outstanding Book Award from the History of Education Society. - (11/19/2001)
Alumni Association Presents Annual Awards: On Friday, Nov. 2, the Alumni Association at the College of Charleston honored several graduates for significant service to their communities, professions and their college. The presentations took place during the annual Alumni Awards Banquet held in Alumni Hall at 7:30 p.m. The awards and their recipients are: - (11/14/2001)
Avery Research Center Wins Governor's Humanities Award: The College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture has been selected to receive a 2001 Governor’s Award in the Humanities, presented by the South Carolina Humanities Council. - (11/8/2001)
C of C Business School Honors Schottlands and Beattys: Two second floor rooms at the College of Charleston’s Tate Center for Entrepreneurship have been named in honor of longtime School of Business and Economics supporters Stanley and Ellen Schottland and Guy and Betty Beatty. Both couples reside on Kiawah Island. - (11/6/2001)
Environmental Student Receives Professional Women's Scholarship: DuBose Bracey Griffin, a graduate student in the University of Charleston’s Master of Science Environmental Studies (MES) program, has been selected to receive a national Career Advancement Scholarship in the amount of $1,000 through the Business and Professional Women’s Foundation. The Business and Professional Women’s Foundation is a nonpartisan, leading advocate for working women since 1919. The organization’s goal is to achieve equity for women in the workplace through advocacy, education and information. - (11/2/2001)
C of C Toastmasters Honor Courageous Colleague: On Oct. 18 the College of Charleston Toastmasters club welcomed back a member who had not been to a meeting in well over three years. - (10/29/2001)
Students Call New Baseball Course a Hit: Is there more to baseball than runs, hits and errors? With the annual “Fall Classic”-- the World Series-- upon us, the basics of the game are what fans care about, especially who wins and loses, the Yankees or Diamondbacks. - (10/26/2001)
C of C Breaks Ground on New Center for Jewish Studies: The College of Charleston officially broke ground this morning on its new Center for Jewish Studies. The three-story, 12,000-square-foot building, will be constructed at the corner of Wentworth and Glebe Streets. - (10/23/2001)
High Schools Join Unique C of C Sea Science Program: For six years College of Charleston Geology Professor Leslie Sautter has been taking undergraduate and graduate marine biology and geology students, as well as local science teachers, out to sea for research cruises. Science education grants secured from the South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium and support from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have enabled Sautter to conduct these day long excursions aboard NOAA vessels several times a year. - (10/18/2001)
C of C Professors Publish Array of Books: Sam Hines, Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, announces that a number of his faculty have published books during the past several months. The authors and their books are: - (10/11/2001)
C of C to Help Implement Million Dollar Arts in Education Grant: The College of Charleston School of Education will be teaming up with the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, community arts organizations, and five local schools to implement a $997,050 grant recently awarded by the U.S. Department of Education. - (10/5/2001)
C of C Mourns September 11 Attacks: September 11, 2001 will go down as one of the darkest days in American history. Like the rest of the nation, the College of Charleston community was paralyzed with shock and grief over the barbaric terrorist attacks. - (9/26/2001)
Graduate Student Receives New Habitat for Humanity Internship: Alicia Carvajal, a first year student in the University of Charleston’s Master of Environmental Studies program, has been chosen for a new family services intern position with Charleston Habitat for Humanity. A grant of $5,400 by the Charleston investment firm Salomon Smith Barney Inc. has enabled the new position to be established. The Salomon Smith Barney Habitat for Humanity Grant stipulates that a student in Charleston’s MES program be selected annually for this internship. - (9/18/2001)
NSF Grant to Help C fo C Add Computer Science and Math Majors: The College of Charleston is seeking to increase the number of students, particularly minorities and women, who major in computer science and mathematics. - (9/17/2001)
New Gifts Boost C of C Library Building Project: The College of Charleston announces two new major donors to the Library Building Fund: The Post & Courier Foundation has pledged $250,000 and The National Bank of South Carolina has pledged $50,000. - (9/6/2001)
C of C Scientist Receives $1.5 Million NASA Grant: A College of Charleston professor-scientist has been selected to help NASA, America’s space agency, launch enhanced space science programs to local communities around the country. - (9/5/2001)
Freshmen Class Reflects Increase in Student Quality and Diversity: In assessing the newly enrolled Class of 2005, officials at the College of Charleston are pleased to have achieved both an increase in student quality and diversity. - (9/4/2001)
Project Air Laptop Takes Off at C of C Library: With the fall semester now underway at the College of Charleston, Project Air Laptop is ready for take off into the new school year. - (9/3/2001)
New Faculty Named For 2001-2002 School Year: The College of Charleston’s Division of Academic Affairs announces the following new faculty and faculty conversions for the 2001-2002 school year. - (8/30/2001)
Hustle and Bustle Returns to Campus as Fall Semester Begins: The College of Charleston officially began the 2001-2002 academic year on Aug. 21 when fall semester classes commenced at 8 a.m. - (8/22/2001)
C of C Students Attend Catholic Conference in Europe: Five College of Charleston students spent an exciting four weeks of their summer break in Europe as part of a prestigious Catholic leadership program. They joined students from other universities including Harvard, Notre Dame, Princeton and the U.S. Naval Academy during the 2nd Annual Prince of Liechtenstein Catholic Leaders Fellowship Conference held May 25 to June 18. The group’s travels included visits to France, Switzerland, and Italy where they attended a Mass at the Vatican celebrated by Pope John Paul II. - (8/10/2001)
Campus Spotless After SPECTRA Clean Up: The College of Charleston campus should be looking pretty spiffy when classes resume August 21. On Saturday, August 4, the 186 students in C of C’s summer SPECTRA program scoured the campus armed with rakes, gloves and trash bags as they embarked on a two hour clean sweep. - (8/8/2001)
Conference at C of C Promotes More Teaching About Slavery: Scholars and educators from as far away as Africa and Europe and as close as Charleston’s Burke and Ashley Hall Schools gathered at the College of Charleston July 25-29 to talk about ways to “break the silence” regarding how the 400 year long transatlantic slave trade slavery is taught-- or not taught-- in schools locally and around the world. - (8/3/2001)
C of C Hosts Ocean Education Workshop: Charleston area teachers were among 15 teachers and scientists from several coastal states who participated in a cutting-edge ocean exploration workshop held in June at the College of Charleston. - (8/2/2001)
C of C Program Helps Teachers Become More Computer Savvy: Twenty five teachers, most from South Carolina, have earned certification as Master Teachers through the Intel Corporation’s new Teach to the Future program. Charleston is one of four sites around the country selected to train Master Teachers. The intensive week of training took place June 18-22 at James Island Middle School. - (7/31/2001)
BellSouth Building Dedicated: A Charleston building that was long a regional communication hub has found new life as an education hub. Officials from the College of Charleston and BellSouth came together July 24 to dedicate C of C’s “new” BellSouth Building. - (7/26/2001)
New Avery Research Center Director Named: Dr. Karen A. Chandler has been named the new director of the College of Charleston’s Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture. - (7/26/2001)
C of C Alcohol Awareness Campaign Receives Award: The Office of Counseling and Substance Abuse Services at the College of Charleston has received an award for its “True. Not True.” social marketing project. - (7/16/2001)
Portugal Honors C of C History Professor: Dr. Timothy Coates, Associate Professor of History at the College of Charleston, is being honored by the government of Portugal for promoting Portuguese history and culture in the United States. - (7/10/2001)
Students Experience Rhythm of Mepkin Monastery: College students living like monks? And doing so voluntarily? It may sound far-fetched but that’s exactly what a group of College of Charleston students did this summer as part of a unique new history course. - (7/10/2001)
C of C Board of Trustees Names Lee Higdon New President: The College of Charleston Board of Trustees has selected Leo I. “Lee” Higdon, Jr., president of Babson College in Wellesley, Mass., and former investment banking executive, as the new president of the College of Charleston, board chairman Joel Smith announced today. - (6/30/2001)
Students Bone Up on Kritosaurus in Dinosaur Biology Class: College of Charleston students taking a summer Dinosaur Biology course recently had the chance to study an 80 million year old bone from a giant creature called Kritosaurus. - (6/14/2001)
C of C Producers Win Emmy Award for Civil Rights Documentary: College of Charleston producers Virginia Tormay Friedman and John Reynolds have received a prestigious Emmy Award for the documentary “Where Do We Go From Here.” The prize in the category of Outstanding Achievement in Educational Television Programming was announced June 9 in Atlanta at the Southern Regional Emmy Awards. - (6/13/2001)

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