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Preparing educators, advocating for all education professionals and working to retain SC teachers
Strong piece by @UofSCLaw grad Rep. @BruceBannister on SC’s momentum as a destination for corporate HQs. @UofSC is proud to support that growth through talent, research and leadership that help drive South Carolina forward. #SCEconomy postandcourier.com/opinion/commen…
Thanks to @harveypeeler, @BruceBannister & conferees for a budget that invests in @UofSC—from keeping tuition low to supporting SC’s future nurses, teachers, lawyers, pharmacists, engineers & neuroscientists, as well as continued funding for key internships in high-demand fields!
A Fairfield County Teacher Village update: Juan Alvarado is wrapping up his first year of teaching and living in the newly developed Fairfield Teacher Village. As the inaugural resident, he built a strong foundation with fellow community members. 🏠 bit.ly/3GWDbv7
Researchers in USC’s College of Education received $636,000 from The Duke Endowment to work with high-needs schools in Aiken County to provide evidence-based approaches to school mental health practitioners, meeting the needs of students and families.

USC VP for Research @JuliusThor_VPR enjoyed catching up with SC Rep. @SyllesteDavis, chair of the House 3M Committee, to discuss how the state’s needs align with @UofSC innovation — with a focus on AI and its growing impact for SC & beyond. #SCStrong #ResearchImpact
Big news for Orangeburg! Thanks to the support of the Legislature — and leadership of Rep. @GCobbHunter — a new @USCBrainHealth clinic is on the way. A major step forward for care, access, and community well-being. 🧠 thetandd.com/news/local/art…
Sam Drew (Ph.D., education administration) came to USC as a premed major with no interest in student government. He graduated in ‘68 as a double major in biology and psychology, a Chi Psi member and student body president. His story: bit.ly/4eOD01R

Every thriving teacher deserves a strong start. We’re grateful to Williamsburg County School District for joining CarolinaTIP in creating pathways for sustainability, growth, and success. #TeacherLeadership #CarolinaTIP
Available now, the new data visualization from #SCTEACHER unpacks the top ten findings our past year of research: heyor.ca/Ad8aON The release explores our growing data infrastructure, with insights into #teacherretention & #teacherworkforce stability in #SC.
Congrats to @UofSCBrain on expanding brain health services w/ @LexMedCtr! “When we first brought the idea… to the State House, we knew it would have a major positive impact,” said VP @JuliusThor_VPR. Thank you to the Legislature for believing in the vision! 🧠 #BrainHealth
It's international joke day, and our furry friends have one just for you! 👀instagram.com/reel/DLk8HZcRj…
State House Briefing: It's a record! @UofSC’s board voted to freeze tuition and non-auxiliary fees for in-state students a record 7th consecutive year at the Columbia campus and an 8th year across the rest of the USC system. Learn more ➡️ …ty-of-south-carolina.read.axioshq.com/p/state-house-…
Congratulations to District 5 Rep. and @UofSCLaw alum @collins_neal on receiving the Education Association’s “Friend of Education” award! Thank you for your dedicated service and steadfast support of education at all levels across the Palmetto State. 👏📚 #SCeducation
Professor Christina Yao was interviewed by U.S. News and World Report on questions to ask prior to attending graduate school. Take a look as you consider summer deadlines. Considerations include time, cost and areas of faculty expertise. 🔗 bit.ly/4eiaJAR
Meir Muller has received funding from The Educating Character Initiative (ECI), a part of the Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University, for "Building Bridges of Character: A Perspective Honoring Approach to Ethical Leadership." 🔗 bit.ly/4kwHaNU
The Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (@caepupdates) announces that @UofSCEducation is one of 34 providers from 15 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico to receive accreditation for their educator preparation programs. 🔗 bit.ly/4mIVLYo

Pleased to recognize Rep. @shannonerickson1 for her unwavering support of students at USC’s @MooreSchool & across higher ed pursuing accounting careers. Her leadership has created lasting opportunities & strengthened the future of the profession in SC. #ForevertoThee #Accounting
.@UofSC State House Briefing-Special State Budget Edition: Thank you for investing in SC's flagship! 🎓Affordable higher ed 🏥Life-changing neuro hospital 🔋Innovative battery center 💻Key internship initiative 🏟 Transforming Williams-Brice Learn more ➡️ …ty-of-south-carolina.read.axioshq.com/p/state-house-…
Congratulations to 3x alumna Abbey Duggins, Ph.D. (Language and Literature) on her appointment as Chief Academic Officer and Deputy Superintendent of College, Career, and Military Readiness @EducationSC!

Happy birthday to House Speaker and @UofSCLaw alumnus @murrellsmith!