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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