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2021 SCICU Infographics series – 20 member colleges and universities – Representing more than 33,000 students

March 4, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

This infographic, first in the 2021 SCICU Infographics series, was sent to all members of the South Carolina General Assembly on February 3, 2021.

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2021 SCICU Infographics series – SC Tuition Grants make college affordable for SCICU students living in EVERY SC House and Senate district

March 4, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

This infographic, second in the 2021 SCICU Infographics series, was sent to all members of the South Carolina General Assembly on February 11, 2021.

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2021 SCICU Infographics series – SCICU salutes the students, faculty, and staff at our five HBCU member colleges and universities

March 4, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

This infographic, third in the 2021 SCICU Infographics series, was sent to all members of the South Carolina General Assembly on February 17, 2021.

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2021 SCICU Infographics series – Student best explains the importance of S.C. Tuition Grants

March 3, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

This infographic, fourth in the 2021 SCICU Infographics series, was sent to all members of the South Carolina General Assembly on March 3, 2021.

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Dominion Energy significantly increases its SCICU scholarship program

February 24, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Continuing its 65-year relationship with SCICU member colleges and universities, Dominion Energy is increasing its scholarship investment to $100,000 – 100 scholarships worth $1,000 each – for eligible SCICU students beginning fall 2021.

“We are committed to equitable educational opportunities across the communities we serve,” said Rodney Blevins, president of Dominion Energy South Carolina. “Investing in these students can help provide future members of South Carolina’s workforce with the tools they need to succeed.”

“On behalf of SCICU’s member institutions and the students they serve I want to thank Dominion Energy for their generosity and support of independent higher education,” said Jeff Perez, SCICU president and CEO. “We are deeply grateful for this additional scholarship support that helps students attend the private college or university of their choice.”

The Dominion scholarships are available to traditional-age students attending SCICU member colleges and universities who meet the following requirements:

  1. GPA 3.0 or higher
  2. Scholarship recipient or their parent(s)/guardian(s) are current Dominion Energy customers in the 16 states served by the company, including South Carolina and North Carolina
  3. STEM-related majors are preferred but not required

Based on these eligibility requirements, financial aid directors at the 20 SCICU member colleges and universities select students for the Dominion Energy scholarships. The increased scholarship availability will begin with fall semester 2021.

“Dominion’s relationship with SCICU began in 1956 with a donation from South Carolina Electric and Gas (SCE&G),” said Eddie Shannon, SCICU executive vice president. “This $100,000 gift will push Dominion’s total support to students at SCICU campuses to more than $1 million.”

“With this gift Dominion demonstrates its commitment to the future of South Carolina by fostering the students at SCICU member institutions who will become our state’s next generation of leaders,” said Perez.

About Dominion Energy
More than 7 million customers in 16 states energize their homes and businesses with electricity or natural gas from Dominion Energy (NYSE: D), headquartered in Richmond, Va. The company is committed to sustainable, reliable, affordable and safe energy and to achieving net zero carbon dioxide and methane emissions from its power generation and gas infrastructure operations by 2050. Please visit DominionEnergy.com to learn more.

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Saluting SCICU’s five member HBCUs

February 22, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez

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SCICU President and CEO



Message from SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez –

Every February, Black History Month is an opportunity to focus on the many achievements and contributions of African Americans. In recognition of Black History Month, I would like to commemorate the brave and dedicated individuals who founded the five Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that are SCICU member institutions.

We are all proud of the 150-year history of HBCUs in South Carolina, beginning with Claflin University, founded in 1869 with the mission of offering, for the first time in South Carolina, quality higher education for men and women “regardless of race, complexion, or religious opinion.”

Allen University and Benedict College were both founded one year later. Voorhees College traces its roots back to 1897 and Morris College was established in 1908.

The founders of these HBCUs faced segregation, discrimination and brutal opposition, but they did not waver in their commitment. Buildings may have been burned and faculty, staff, and students threatened, but, owing to their courage, the institutions persisted.

These institutions survived the Great Depression thanks to strong, visionary leaders and generous patrons dedicated to the proposition that all deserve the promise of a brighter future through higher education.

Our HBCUs fueled the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 1960s with a steady stream of well-educated and devoted young men and women who embraced the legacy of courage in the face of injustice they inherited from the founders of these institutions.

Today, our HBCUs are inspiring a new generation of leaders by encouraging them academically to achieve all of which they’re capable and challenging them to advance society with the same passion as those who preceded them.

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South Carolina update

February 22, 2021 By SC Independent Colleges & Universities

Push for enhancing S.C. Tuition Grants —

SCICU joined Governor McMaster, the SC Commission on Higher Education and the SC Technical College System at a press conference advocating an increase in the state lottery’s contribution to needs-based aids, including the South Carolina Higher Education Tuition Grants Program.

In his Executive Budget the governor proposed an additional $10 million of lottery funding for Tuition Grants, which would increase the maximum grant from the current $3,600 to $4,380.

Converse College President Krista Newkirk spoke on behalf of SCICU member institutions. She noted that fully 60 percent of South Carolina residents attending private colleges and universities in the state are supported by the Tuition Grants Program. President Newkirk spoke of the many students who have had families stricken by the pandemic, or lost their jobs, and that the increased aid could make all the difference in completing their education.

Zy’Keria Moultrie, a junior at Columbia College, spoke eloquently on behalf of the more than 12,000 students who receive Tuition Grants. She shared her desire to become a nurse and midwife and that increasing tuition grants would put her closer to achieving that dream.

COVID-19 Liability Protection

The Senate is moving S.147, which would provide businesses and organizations with temporary protection from lawsuits associated COVID-19. SCICU member institutions that have worked so hard to provide precautions should not be second-guessed in time-consuming and distracting lawsuits.

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Dominion Energy significantly increases its SCICU scholarship program

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Continuing its 65-year relationship with SCICU member colleges and universities, Dominion Energy is … [full story...]

SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez

Saluting SCICU’s five member HBCUs

Message from SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez - Every February, Black History Month is an opportunity to focus on the … [full story...]

South Carolina update

Push for enhancing S.C. Tuition Grants -- SCICU joined Governor McMaster, the SC Commission on Higher Education and the … [full story...]

Columbia College student advocates for S.C. Tuition Grants at Feb. 17 need-based aid news conference

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Columbia College nursing major Zy’Keria Moultrie emphasized the continued importance of the S.C. … [full story...]

Washington update

SCICU in DC -- Every year SCICU participates in the National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities … [full story...]

Undergraduate researchers present findings at SCICU’s first-ever virtual research symposium

COLUMBIA, S.C. -- Student researchers showcased their scholarship during SCICU’s first-ever virtual Research Symposium … [full story...]

COVID-19 Resources – Updated February 23

 If you need help now -- What are the symptoms of COVID-19 infection? The CDC reports that symptoms may appear … [full story...]

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  • SC Independent Colleges and Universities WeekApril 12, 2021
  • SC Independent Colleges and Universities DayApril 14, 2021

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South Carolina‘s Independent Colleges and Universities are asking for your help in conveying our gratitude for state supported scholarships and grants for higher education.

Without scholarships and grants, many students could not afford the cost of higher education. South Carolina’s Independent Colleges and Universities would like you to join us in showing our grateful appreciation to members of the General Assembly for their support of merit-based scholarships and need-based grants.

who-is-my-legislatorWe encourage you to write a personal letter to your state legislators and thank them for their support. Encourage them to invest in the future of South Carolina by funding to the fullest extent possible scholarships like Palmetto Fellows, LIFE, HOPE, and Higher Education Tuition Grants. Regular increases to these programs are needed to keep current with the rising costs of higher education.


 

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