SUMMER 2021
Letter From President Andrew T. Hsu: On the Horizon
While the liberal arts are at the heart of the College, the pandemic has necessitated the need to redefine the curriculum for the 21st century and beyond.
Crossing Into History
As the first Black graduate of the College 50 years ago, Eddie Ganaway ’71 was a trailblazer in a white blazer.
COVID by the Numbers
Students come to the College to be tested, but this past school year took that to a whole new level with the pandemic.
The Libraries’ Latest Chapter
Despite a fire that destroyed most of its first collection of books in 1778 and moving four times, the College Libraries have survived and, once again, are transforming to best serve students and faculty.
A New Frame of Mind at the Halsey
As the arts world awakens, the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art’s new director, Katie Hirsch, wants to push the boundaries of what the institute can do while growing its national reputation.
Test of Time, Tradition and Trivia
Take this quiz and put your knowledge of all things College of Charleston to the test!
Q&A With John Morris, Facilities Management Vice President
Take it from John Morris, vice president of Facilities Management: It takes a dedicated team to keep up the College's 90 historic homes and buildings.
Finding the Silver Lining in COVID
While the pandemic is not something any of us ever want to go through again, it has led to some positive pivots in the classroom that are here to stay.
Psychology Professor Has Full Plate, Full Soul
Not one to sit idly by, psychology Professor Jen Wright is ‘doing what’s called for’ to help stop global warming by co-chairing a local climate group.
Your New Best Friend
Hey, Alexa, please tell me everything you know about marketing professor Jennifer Barhorst’s voice assistant research.
Hiding in Plain Sight
Much like the incredible escape of Ellen and William Craft from enslavement, their photo album had just been waiting at the Avery for someone like Mary Trent to discover it.
Faculty Literary Pursuits
CofC faculty are experts in their fields, as this roundup of new books written by them attests.
Edward Hart’s Top 10 Books
From "War and Peace" to "The RBG Workout," School of the Arts Dean Edward Hart '88 has a very eclectic list of his favorite books.
Veteran Play by Faculty Member
Following his documentary about the enslaved Africans who helped build the College, Adjunct English Professor Michael Owens is now capturing the stories of Black World War II soldiers.
Religious Studies Students Uncover CofC’s Complex Religious History
A student research project tied to the College of Charleston's 250th anniversary examines the role religion has played throughout the institution's history.