SPARTANBURG, South Carolina, Aug. 31 -- Converse College issued the following news: Converse University Athletics Director Jenn Bell has been named the NCAA Division II Nike Executive of the Year, the Women Leaders in College Sports announced. "I am humbled to receive such an incredible honor," Bell said. "I want to thank Women Leaders in College Sports and my Division II colleagues for selecting me for this prestigious award. While my name is on the award, I am blessed to work with an amazing  more

FLORENCE, South Carolina, Aug. 30 -- Francis Marion University issued the following news: Francis Marion University recently received $25,000 in funding from Honda of South Carolina to support the expansion of cybersecurity initiatives at the university. The funding will allow the university to begin establishing additional curricula in cybersecurity that will benefit both students as well as community members. Funding from this gift will be used to provide specialized equipment and software   more

GREENWOOD, South Carolina, Aug. 30 -- Lander University issued the following news on Aug. 29, 2023: By Karen Petit A flyer for the Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which a college student found decades ago at Lander University, was the beginning of a career that has put Maria Gervais in the U.S. Army's national and international spotlight. Today, Gervais is a Lieutenant General serving as Deputy Commanding General and Chief of Staff, U.S. Training and Doctrine Command at the Joint Base Langl  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Aug. 30 -- Benedict College issued the following news release: Benedict College announces the appointment of J. David Bratton, a renowned and award-winning choir conductor, as the new Artist-in-Residence and Director of Choirs. In his role, Director Bratton will lead the Benedict College Concert Choir, the Benedict College Gospel Choir, the Jazz Chorus, and the Combined Choirs. He brings exceptional musical talent, a wealth of experience, and an unwavering passion for   more

NEWBERRY, South Carolina, Aug. 30 -- Newberry College issued the following news: Newberry College has announced the appointment of Jonathan M. Kokos to the role of vice president for business & finance and chief financial officer. "Jon brings a solid breadth of experience with him, and he has provided sound financial management throughout his career in higher education," said President Maurice Scherrens. "We look forward to having him on the senior leadership team." Kokos comes to Newberry fr  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Aug. 31 -- The South Carolina Educational Television Network issued the following news release: As Hurricane Idalia approaches South Carolina, South Carolina ETV and Public Radio (SCETV) will provide trusted resources to keep South Carolinians informed, prepared and safe. SCETV actively monitors severe weather situations, providing updates to help the public stay informed with its statewide, multiplatform coverage. Through the South Carolina Emergency Information Net  more