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CofC Adds New Majors in Software Engineering, Statistics
Beginning this fall, students will be able to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in software engineering and a Bachelor of Science degree in statistics.
New Launchpad for Success Program to Support Incoming Freshmen, Rising Sophomores
Incoming freshmen and rising sophomores – especially AALANA students – are encouraged to apply for the College's new Launchpad for Success program, a two-year career-preparedness initiative involving peer mentorship, financial literacy, experiential learning and personal/professional development opportunities.
Acclaimed Author, English Professor Donates Manuscripts to Special Collections
Acclaimed author and College of Charleston English Professor Bret Lott has donated his personal papers to the College's Special Collections.
CAMPUS LIFE
Women’s Sailing Team Claims Third National Championship
The women's sailing team battled through light breeze and shifty conditions Thursday, May 20, to claim the program's third Intercollegiate Sailing Association Women's National Championship.
6 Ways to Live Your Best Life at CofC
As we prepare to welcome the Class of 2025 into the CofC family, we wanted to offer a few ways to get the most from your time at the College.
College of Charleston Photos of the Week: Class of 2025 Edition
You are the future of the College of Charleston, Class of 2025. Welcome to the Cougar Nation, we can't wait to see you in August!
ACADEMICS
Conseula Francis Emerging Scholar Lecture Announced
The Conseula Francis Emerging Scholar Lecture will feature a talk titled "The Issues of Females: Abortion, Infanticide and Ethics in Southern Slavery."
Donor is Passionate About Italian Studies
In 2017, Gloria and Ralph Friedgen created the Friedgen Family Italian Study Abroad Endowed Scholarship to honor the Italian studies faculty at CofC.
School of Business Makes Bloomberg Businessweek’s Best Business Schools List
The College of Charleston School of Business has been named to Bloomberg Businessweek's ranking of the best U.S. business schools of 2019-20.
ALUMNI
Alum’s Newest Play Earns Rave Reviews, Sparks Dialogue
Evan Linder's '04 newest play – Byhalia, Mississippi – opened in January and immediately sparked conversations about race relations in the United States.
Cougar Basketball Team Members Reflect on Mother Emanuel Tragedy
College of Charleston athletes and staff spoke to CAA.TV about the June 2015 shootings at Emanuel A.M.E. Church in downtown Charleston.
BOUNDLESS Campaign reaches $125 Million Goal
The BOUNDLESS campaign, which is the largest fundraising and engagement initiative in the College’s 246-year history, has raised more than $127 million since the beginning of its effort in October 2009.
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