SCICU News Releases
SCICU celebrates 18th year of the Excellence In Teaching Awards Program
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Faculty, family members, and friends of independent higher education from across South Carolina joined SCICU April 9 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center to celebrate nearly two decades of Excellence In Teaching faculty awards.
Twenty-one faculty leaders – one per …
Student researchers showcase project findings at the SCICU Undergraduate Research Symposium
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Undergraduate student researchers from South Carolina’s private colleges and universities showcased their 2023 project findings at the Feb. 22, 2024 SCICU Research Symposium hosted by Milliken & Company at their Spartanburg Customer Center.
Thirty-one undergraduates …
Photo highlights from the Feb. 22 SCICU Undergraduate Research Symposium
Photo highlights and research summaries from the Feb. 22 Undergraduate Research Symposium will help you learn more about the talented undergraduate researchers.
Anderson University
Benedict College
Bob Jones …
Washington update
Congress has approved the FY 2024 federal budget. We dodged a bullet.
The House had pressed to eliminate entirely the Federal Work-Study (FWS) and Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) programs, and the Senate proposed a $10 million dollar cut to each program. However, the version …
South Carolina Update
Last week the House passed its version of the state budget, and it contains plenty of good news for SCICU member institutions.
At the top of the list is the Tuition Grants Program, which retained its $20 million allocation from the state lottery. This along with its other state funding has permitted …
SCICU 2024 Infographics for State House advocacy
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Building on the successes of its Infographics Series for 2021-2023, SCICU is sending issue/topic-focused messages regularly and directly to members of the S.C. General Assembly during the 2024 legislative session.
“We received great feedback from S.C. Representatives, …
Claflin University to host SCICU Spring 2024 board meeting April 17
Historic Tingley Memorial Hall at Claflin UniversityThe SCICU Board of Trustees will hold its 2024 Spring board meeting on April 17 at Claflin University.
The event will start with the Council of College Presidents breakfast. Claflin University President Dwaun Warmack, SCICU Board Chair Willis …
SCICU celebrates its five member HBCUs on the third annual S.C. HBCU Day
COLUMBIA, S.C. — SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez joined the presidents, students, and supporters of SCICU’s five member HBCUs at the third annual S.C. HBCU Day celebration at the State House.
Leaders, supporters, and students from South Carolina’s eight HBCUs, along with members …
SCICU distributes $67,200 in CIC/UPS Scholarships to 21 private colleges and universities in South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. — S.C. Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU) has distributed $67,200 in CIC/UPS Scholarships to assist 21 students at private colleges and universities in South Carolina. The scholarships were made possible by a grant from the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) in …
South Carolina and Washington updates
Because developments in collegiate athletics are both state and national stories, this month I’m writing a combined state-federal report. State legislation looks to level the playing field, while the federal ruling could blow it up.
Name, Image or Likeness
A bill is working its way through the …
SCICU Business Partner spotlight — February 2024
SCICU salutes the businesses that participate in the SCICU Business Partner program. For February 2024, we are spotlighting Housing Cloud, Salesforce, and Transact. Please see the links below to learn more about these partners. The SCICU Business Partner directory lists all partners currently …
SCICU Legislative Spotlight — S. C. Representative Tim McGinnis
S.C. Representative Tim McGinnis
Representative Tim McGinnis —Republican – District 56 (Horry)
Rep. McGinnis was first elected to the S.C. House in 2018. He currently chairs the Higher Education Subcommittee of House Education and Public Works Committee and the Education and Cultural …
Campus News
Charleston Southern University inaugurates alumnus as 4th president
B. Keith Faulkner (left) was inaugurated as Charleston Southern University’s fourth president March 25. Holding the Bible is his wife Patty (center).
CHARLESTON, S.C. (courtesy charlestonsouthern.edu) — Charleston Southern University inaugurated B. Keith Faulkner as the …
Bob Jones University – Search for president progressing
GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy bju.edu) — The Bob Jones University Board of Trustees is continuing the search for BJU’s sixth president. In the call for nominations last fall, approximately 140 individuals were recommended to the Board’s nominating committee. The nominating committee has filtered …
Allen University SGA president attends HBCU celebration at the White House
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy allenuniversity.edu) — Allen University Student Government Association President Leyton Taylor attended HBCU Celebration Day in Washington D.C. at the White House in late February.
HBCU Day at the White House also serves as a platform to recognize the significance …
Anderson University among top in the nation in 2023 Collegiate Advertising Awards
ANDERSON, S.C. (courtesy andersonuniversity.edu) — On March 21, the Collegiate Advertising Awards (CAA), an elite program recognizing higher education organizations for excellence in communications, marketing, advertising and promotions of their schools across the nation, announced the 2023 …
Benedict College honors President Roslyn Clark Artis with Administration Building naming/dedication
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy benedict.edu) — On March 22, Benedict College honored Dr. Roslyn Clark Artis, the college’s 14th president and its first female president, with the naming of the college’s new administration building.Artis has served as president of Benedict College for …
Global Charleston opens on Charleston Southern campus
CHARLESTON, S.C. (courtesy charlestonsouthern.edu) — Global Charleston, the One Region Roadmap lead agent for the global fluency arm, officially opened its office after a ribbon cutting ceremony on the campus of Charleston Southern University Friday, March 15.Stephanie LeVan, executive …
Claflin repeats as CIAA men’s indoor track & field champion
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (courtesy claflin.edu) — For the second straight season, the Claflin Panthers claimed the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Men’s Indoor Track & Field Championship. The Panthers totaled 131 points to pull away for their second consecutive conference …
Judge Michelle Childs to speak at Coker University April 25
HARTSVILLE, S.C. (courtesy coker.edu) — Coker University is proud to host Judge Michelle Childs on April 25, 2024, for the university’s President’s Distinguished Speaker series. The event will be at 7 p.m. on campus in the Watson Theater.
From 1992 to 2000, Judge Childs worked at …
Columbia College holds Speech-Language Pathology Day March 18 for prospective students and alumni
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy columbiasc.edu) — On Friday, March 15, the Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) faculty and staff at Columbia College hosted SLP Day for prospective and current students as well as alumni to spread awareness about the field and how it continues to impact our community and …
CIU professor honored for 46 years of service with S.C. State Guard
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy ciu.edu) — Columbia International University congratulates Dr. Michael Langston upon his retirement from the South Carolina State Guard after 46 years of faithful service to his state and nation. He retires as Deputy Commander, Brigadier General.
The South Carolina …
Converse receives $1M to support adult learners & veteran services
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy converse.edu) — Converse University will revitalize its long-standing program for adult learners and enhance its veteran services, all thanks to a partnership with Spartanburg Academic Movement’s newest philanthropic endeavor, Movement 2030. As one of 30 business, …
Erskine faculty and special education majors present at S.C. Council for Exceptional Students Conference
DUE WEST, S.C. (courtesy erskine.edu) — Erskine College alumna and Associate Professor of Education Dr. Sarah Little and special education majors Kalea Hamilton, Adrienne Raines, and Reilly Ward made presentations at the annual South Carolina Council for Exceptional Students (CEC) Conference …
Furman Engaged: Green is good – for your mental health
GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy furman.edu) — Davis Dear ’24, a biology major on the environmental and conservation biology track, has known for a while that green spaces positively effect her own quality of life and emotional state.
“It shapes a big part of my identity,” said the senior from …
Limestone University partners with Palmetto State Teachers Association
GAFFNEY, S.C. (courtesy limestone.edu) — Limestone University’s Teacher Education Program has reached a partnership agreement to bring a Palmetto State Teachers Association student chapter to its campus in Gaffney. The move represents the latest initiative for the Limestone Teacher Education …
Morris College invited to participate in the Black College Quiz game show series
SUMTER, S.C. (courtesy morris.edu) — Morris College students were invited to participate in the Black College Quiz game show series airing in national broadcast syndication and on the Stellar Network. Black College Quiz is a weekly half hour quiz show featuring students from Historically Black …
Newberry College appoints new VP for academic affairs
NEWBERRY, S.C. (courtesy newberry.edu) — Newberry College has appointed Dr. Bethany D. Hinga to serve as vice president for academic affairs, effective June 1.
“On behalf of the entire Newberry College community, I would like to extend a warm welcome to Dr. Hinga as our new VPAA. She will …
North Greenville holds 8th annual Faith at Work Business Symposium
TIGERVILLE, S.C. (courtesy ngu.edu) — North Greenville University’s College of Business and Entrepreneurship hosted its 8th annual Faith at Work Business Symposium on March 18 in Turner Chapel. The event featured lectures from Joe Gibbs Racing President Dave Alpern and former professional …
PC President Dr. Anita Gustafson gives ‘boisterous and bold’ lesson on history of women in higher education
CLINTON, S.C. (courtesy presby.edu) — Presbyterian College’s first female president shared women’s struggles to find their place in higher education during an inspirational speech March 6 in honor of Women’s History Month.
In her lecture, “Boisterous and Bold: Women in Higher Education,” …
Golf programs return to Southern Wesleyan University
CENTRAL, S.C. (courtesy swu.edu) — Southern Wesleyan University (SWU) is proud to announce the reinstatement of Men’s and Women’s Golf as NCAA sports, a significant decision that marks a return to the university’s commitment to providing comprehensive athletic opportunities …
Spartanburg Methodist College Art professor earns national Eagle Scout award
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy smcsc.edu) — Art professor Kris Neely is deeply committed to SMC’s mission to prepare students for life with a broad-based liberal arts education, enriching practical experiences supporting career interests, and driving passion for making the world a better …
Addressing teacher shortage – Voorhees partners with Midlands Tech to open education center
BATESBURG-LEESVILLE, S.C. (courtesy voorhees.edu) — Officials with Voorhees University and Midlands Technical College held a ribbon-cutting ceremony March 14 to celebrate the grand opening of the Voorhees University Education Center. The Center of Excellence for Educator Preparation and …