Newberry College is best in the South for social mobility and a regional leader in ethnic diversity, according to a recent review by U.S. News & World Report. Top Performers on Social Mobility In a new category to the collegiate ranking publication, Newberry took the No. 1 spot for Social Mobility among colleges in the…
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Newberry College Among Region’s Best
NEWBERRY, S.C. — Newberry College is among the South’s most affordable institutions, and one of the best colleges in the region, according to a review released today by U.S. News & World Report. Newberry appeared on the following 2020 rankings lists: • Best Value Schools – Regional Colleges South (No. 6) • Best Regional Colleges…
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The YARD Tour and Vulcan Materials return to Benedict College to host THINK BIG NOW Pitch Competition
(Columbia, SC) Students at Benedict College will present their ideas and compete for scholarships and prizes, as The YARD Tour returns to Benedict College for its THINK BIG NOW Pitch Competition on September 14th. In August, The YARD and Vulcan Materials hosted a pop-up event on Benedict’s campus. Students registered to win scholarships and internships…
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Midlands Technical College Names Top Employees for 2019
(Columbia, S.C.) Midlands Technical College (MTC) kicked off its Fall Semester by honoring its Employees of the Year for 2019. MTC President Dr. Ronald L. Rhames, alongside Margaret Holmes, Chair of the MTC Commission, and Nancy McKinney, CEO of the MTC Foundation, presented the awards. “It’s always an honor to recognize our best,” said Rhames.…
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Welcomes 144 Juniors
Hartsville, SC - The South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) is pleased to welcome 144 juniors from across the state of South Carolina. Throughout the middle of August, students moved onto campus to begin their junior and senior years. Monday, August 19th was GSSM’s first day of class, kicking off the 2019-2020…
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SC Technical College System announces partnership with Bethel University
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA - The SC Technical College System announced a partnership agreement today with Bethel University that will make it easier for graduates of the System’s 16 colleges across the state to transfer to Bethel to complete their bachelor’s degrees. Located in Tennessee, Bethel University is a private institution affiliated with the Cumberland Presbyterian…
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Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics Foundation Announces New Board Members
Columbia, SC ─ The South Carolina Governor's School for Science & Mathematics (GSSM) Foundation is pleased to welcome the following new members to its Board of Directors: Hamid Aboutorabi, PhD, Director & President, Giti Tire R&D Center (North America) Brad Alexander, Vice President & Chief Technology Officer, Immedion, LLC Connie Cain, Manager-Large Customer Accounts &…
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Sylvan Learning Center celebrates 40 years with birthday bash festivities
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Sylvan Learning Center is saying cheers to 40 years of helping more than four million students develop a love of learning. On Saturday, September 7th from 1p.m. to 3p.m, Midlands Sylvan Learning centers will be hosting a birthday bash event dedicated to the families who have supported Sylvan over the last four…
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Nine Furman University students selected for Millennium Fellowship
Nine Furman University students, including a student from Columbia, have been selected for the Millennium Fellowship, a program of the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and Millennium Campus Network (MCN). Launched in 2018, the Millennium Fellowship convenes, challenges and celebrates student leadership that advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on campuses worldwide. For…
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Newberry College Ranks Among Best Southern Institutions
Newberry College is among the best colleges in the southeast, according to an annual report by College Consensus. Newberry was named sixth out of 44 southern colleges and universities, ranking highest among South Carolina colleges and surpassing last year’s No. 10 designation. “We are absolutely honored to be listed among the best institutions in the…
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