Hard work, dedication and persistence: These are the driving forces at the College of Charleston. From archaeological discoveries and energy initiatives to solving public safety issues to reaching the top of the pyramid in collegiate cheerleading, the Cougar family has a lot to be proud of.

Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.
Solar Pavilion dedication ceremony on the College of Charleston campus.

The unveiling of a new solar shade pavilion, near Addlestone Library, on Oct. 15, 2021, recognized both the history of the site where artifacts, including an 1853 slave tag, were found, as well as the forward momentum of solar energy at CofC. (Photos by Mike Ledford)

Law enforcement leaders from the City of Charleston met with students in hospitality and tourism management Professor Steve Litvin's tourism marketing class on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, to discuss proposals for creating messaging that could help reduce drunk driving in the Holy City. (Photos by Rachel Greene Phillips)

Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards
Cheer Awards

The College of Charleston Cheerleading team recently gathered to celebrate their first-place win at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) Collegiate National Championship last spring. (Photos by Heather Moran)