SCICU News Releases
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 2024 Infographics Series 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 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 …
Dominion Energy renews $105,000 scholarship investment with SCICU schools
COLUMBIA, S.C. — Extending its nearly seven decades-long relationship with South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities (SCICU), Dominion Energy is renewing its $105,000 scholarship investment – 105 $1,000 scholarships for eligible students attending SCICU’s 21 member institutions in …
South Carolina update
The South Carolina General Assembly is back in town for the 2024 session, and the House has begun the process for developing its version of the state budget. The subcommittees of the Ways and Means Committee kick-off budget season by holding hearings with the various state agencies over which they …
‘Simplified’ FAFSA not so simple
“Fiasco.” “Debacle.” “Snafu.”
These and other more colorful words have been used to describe the U.S. Department of Education’s roll-out of the new website for the “simplified” Federal Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.
The form, typically …
SCICU co-sponsors major S.C. Chamber event – 2024 Business Speaks
COLUMBIA, S.C. — SCICU joined with major corporations and other state-based nonprofits in sponsoring 2024 Business Speaks, the S.C. Chamber’s annual legislative session kick-off event held January 10 at the USC Pastides Alumni Center.
Event attendees heard from Governor McMaster and leaders in …
SCICU Business Partner spotlight — January 2024
SCICU salutes the businesses that participate in the SCICU Business Partner program. For January 2024, we are spotlighting Affinity LTC, Aramark, and Pathify. Please see the links below to learn more about these partners. The SCICU Business Partner directory lists all partners currently …
SCICU mourns passing of board member Dr. Spencer Jordan
Dr. Spencer Jordan
It is with profound sadness we share the passing of SCICU board member Dr. Spencer Jordan, executive director of the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA).
“Spencer will be dearly missed by all who knew him,” said SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez. “While we have …
Campus News
Newberry College to host inaugural human trafficking conference
NEWBERRY, S.C. (courtesy newberry.edu) — Newberry College will host its inaugural Shedding Light on Human Trafficking & Exploitation Conference, set for April 12 at the College’s Center for Teacher Education located at 1121 Speers St. in Newberry.
The conference will feature sessions …
Allen University announces new additions to leadership team
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy allenuniversity.edu) — Allen University is delighted to announce the addition of two new members to the university’s leadership team – Paula G. Love and Kenneth A. Robinson.
Paula G. Love has joined Allen’s administration as chief finance officer. A native …
Anderson University Doctor of Physical Therapy program meeting demand in healthcare
ANDERSON, S.C. (courtesy andersonuniversity.edu) — Anderson University established the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program to help fill the need for healthcare professionals who treat their patients with care and compassion. Helping individuals whose freedom of movement is hindered by …
U. S. Department of Labor Acting Secretary Julie Su visits the Benedict College B.E.S.T. Lives Center
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy benedict.edu) — On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, Acting US Labor Secretary Julie Su visited Benedict College B.E.S.T. Lives Center (BLC) to spotlight equitable access to training and education opportunities for military families, people formerly involved in the foster …
BJU computer science students gain valuable experience with SermonAudio
GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy bju.edu) — In 2022, Bob Jones University developed space on the second floor of the Mack Building for use by SermonAudio. Funded by a donor, the space includes offices for most of SermonAudio’s staff of 10 as well as four BJU interns.
SermonAudio works with the BJU …
Five new trustees join CSU Board of Trustees in January
CHARLESTON, S.C. (courtesy charlestonsouthern.edu) — Charleston Southern University is welcoming five new members to the Board of Trustees this month who will serve until December 2028.
CSU President B. Keith Faulkner said, “We are delighted to welcome our new trustees and look forward to …
Claflin University receives $1.8 million grant to support health and wellness intiatives in rural communities
ORANGEBURG, S.C. (courtesy claflin.edu) — Claflin University has been awarded a $1.8 million grant for its CU-DEEP Wellness Initiative which focuses on specific areas of health and wellness that are often areas of concern in rural, minority communities. The university was among the first …
Coker University launches Distinguished Lecture Series
HARTSVILLE, S.C. (courtesy coker.edu) — Coker University is proud to launch its Distinguished Lecture series for Spring Semester 2024. Featured lecturers include Juan Enríquez as part of the Lois Walters Coker series, Judge Michelle Childs on April 25 as the President’s Distinguished …
Columbia College adds men’s basketball to athletic programs
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy columbiasc.edu) — Following the successful integration of male students into the residential experience at Columbia College, Koala Athletics is thrilled to announce the addition of Men’s Basketball to our robust athletic program to begin as early as Fall 2024.
Director …
Getting to know you — CIU students query new president
COLUMBIA, S.C. (courtesy ciu.edu) — Columbia International University’s student body was introduced to their school’s new president, Dr. Bill Jones, in a somewhat unusual way. Instead of a typical President’s Chapel message, Jones answered questions submitted by students and read by CIU …
Converse professor receives Franklin grant to support book research
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy converse.edu) — Associate Professor of History Dr. Angela Elder has received a $5,000 American Philosophical Society Franklin Grant for her book project tentatively titled The Dry Tortugas, A History of American Resilience.
Franklin Grants are awarded for …
Book by Erskine College’s behavioral historian to be released this spring
DUE WEST, S.C. (courtesy erskine.edu) — Assistant Professor of History Dr. Christiane-Marie Abu Sarah, a member of the Erskine College faculty since 2020, is the author of Revolutionary Emotions in Cold War Egypt: Islam, Communism, and Anti-Colonial Protest, published by Bloomsbury Press and …
Furman alumnus Alex Stubb elected president of Finland
GREENVILLE, S.C. (courtesy furman.edu) — The people of Finland went to the polls in recent weeks and on Sunday, Feb. 11, a partly sunny day in Helsinki when the temperature reached a balmy 16 degrees Fahrenheit, they elected a Furman Paladin, Alex Stubb ’93 H’17, as their next …
Homeland Security CISO presents cybersecurity overview Feb. 14 at Limestone University
GAFFNEY, S.C. (courtesy limestone.edu) — In an appearance that highlighted the need for more cyber security talent in the workforce, the Department of Homeland Security’s Chief Information Security Officer, Kenneth Bible, visited Limestone University on Wednesday, February 14.
As part of his …
Morris College invited to participate in the Black College Quiz game show series
SUMTER, S.C. (courtesy morris.edu) — Morris College was 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 …
NGU to host Christian Worldview Week Mar. 4-6
TIGERVILLE, S.C. (courtesy ngu.edu) — North Greenville University (NGU) will host Christian Worldview Week March 4-6, featuring talks from Dr. Katie McCoy and Jason Thacker on “Thinking Christianly about Human Nature.”
Christian Worldview Week has been a highlight at the university for nearly …
PC’s occupational therapy doctoral program expands reach with first medical trip abroad
CLINTON, S.C. (courtesy presby.edu) — Plastic and metal – those are the materials most commonly used to make a medical splint.
Yet a piece of cardboard and a plastic water bottle had to do the trick last month when Presbyterian College Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program students were …
Southern Wesleyan names Rev. Dr. Todd Wilson special advisor to the president
CENTRAL, S.C. (courtesy swu.edu) — Rev. Dr. Todd Wilson has been named special advisor to the president at Southern Wesleyan University. In this capacity, Wilson will advise the president on strategic development as well as on leadership of the Advancement Office during a time of transition …
Camak Core professional development classes help SMC grads in the workplace
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy smcsc.edu) — Starting the first job out of college is eye-opening for many graduates. Many are intimidated by the culture and pace of their new company. The Camak Core professional development program at Spartanburg Methodist College is designed to ease that …
Voorhees University establishes nonviolent task force with local law enforcement
DENMARK, S.C. (courtesy voorhees.edu) —Voorhees University proudly announces the establishment of the Voorhees University Nonviolent Task Force under the auspices of the Becoming Beloved Community Foundation. This initiative brings together local law enforcement representatives from Bamberg, …
Wofford Interim – Clinical internship in medicine
SPARTANBURG, S.C. (courtesy wofford.edu) — Mary-Patterson Suggs (Wofford Class of 2024) knows how difficult it can be for students lacking clinical experience to choose career specialties in health care.
For that reason, Suggs, a biology major on the pre-med track from Charleston, South …