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CofC’s School of Education at the Head of the Class
With solid enrollment and new programs on the horizon, the College's School of Education is focused on preparing the next generation of teachers to handle any challenges they may face in the classroom.
SC Space Grant Director Over the Moon About Artemis Launch
Cassandra Runyon, geology professor and director of NASA's South Carolina Space Grant Consortium, reflects on the historic Artemis 1 launch and how she hopes the excitement around NASA’s latest mission will inspire the next generation of astronauts, rocket scientists and planetary geologists.
CofC Podcast: Alumna Sheds Light on ‘Storied & Scandalous Charleston’
On this episode of 'Speaking of ... College of Charleston,' alumna Leigh Jones Handal '81 talks about the truth behind some of Charleston's most famed and notorious history detailed in her new book 'Storied & Scandalous Charleston, a History of Piracy and Prohibition, Rebellion and Revolution.'
CAMPUS LIFE
Biden Drug Czar to Speak at CofC
Dr. Rahul Gupta, director of the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy, will speak at the College on Feb. 23, 2022. The event kicks off at 1:30 p.m. in the Stern Ballroom and is open to the public with about 75 seats available.
Kameelah Martin Makes History as CofC’s First Black Female Academic Dean
Kameelah Martin, dean of the College's Graduate School, made history last year when she became the institution's first Black female academic dean.
Chucktown Sound Athletics Band is Back
The College of Charleston’s athletics band, Chucktown Sound, is bringing back live music and extra energy to the men’s basketball games – and looking for new student-musicians to join.
ACADEMICS
Award-Winning Math Major is a Real Rock Star
Jay Van Raalte is this year’s recipient of the Department of Mathematics’ top honor, but after doing the math she will pursue a career in music.
Summer Research Grants Fund a Variety of Student Projects
Each summer, students at the College of Charleston gain hands-on experience by working closely with faculty mentors on College-funded research projects that represent a wide range of academic disciplines.
M.F.A. Program to Launch Dorothea Benton Frank Writing Series, Fellowship
Named in honor of the late "New York Times" bestselling author, the Dorothea Benton Frank Writing Series and Fellowship will provide financial and professional support to students in the College's M.F.A. in Creative Writing program.
ALUMNI
Alum’s Cotton Candy Cart is Sweet Business
Arielle Stratton's '08 is spinning up success with Pure Fluff Co., a mobile food cart that dispenses cotton candy concoctions made with organic cane sugar.
Alum Matt Czuchry Reprises Gilmore Girls Role
Alum Matt Czuchry ’99 shares stories from his return to Gilmore Girls, the end of the Good Wife and what's next in his career.
Alumni Leading High-Needs Classrooms Throughout U.S.
Record numbers of College of Charleston alumni have joined the Teach For America corps this year.
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