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Is South Carolina able to pay Shane Beamer's buyout? | Opinion

Is South Carolina able to pay Shane Beamer's buyout? | Opinion

So, is South Carolina unable to pay, or unwilling to pay? With a $24 million buyout and record $244 million fundraising, the answer isn't so simple.

Senator Jerry Moran Secures $2.1 Million for McPherson College Lab Enhancements

Senator Jerry Moran Secures $2.1 Million for McPherson College Lab Enhancements

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas has secured $2.1 million in congressionally directed funding for McPherson College. This funding is specifically allocated for enhancements to the lab spaces within Melhorn Science Hall. The improvements are intended to support the college's mission to advance rural and community health, particularly benefiting students enrolled in the exercise science degree program. This program is designed to address the increasing demand for professionals in health, fitness, and sports-related fields, offering specializations in strength and conditioning or exercise physiology. The investment aims to provide students with improved facilities for their academic and practical training.

Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown

Trump rallies in Ohio to boost Jon Husted in a tight Senate race against Sherrod Brown

President Donald Trump is taking his midterm tour to Ohio, a battleground state with a crucial Senate race

Winthrop University Guarantees Admission and Scholarships for Top South Carolina High School Students

Winthrop University Guarantees Admission and Scholarships for Top South Carolina High School Students

Winthrop University has announced the 'Winthrop Scholars Guarantee,' a new initiative that assures admission and scholarship support for high-achieving South Carolina high school students. Under this program, students who graduate in the top 15 percent of their class will be guaranteed admission to Winthrop University. Additionally, these students will receive a merit scholarship of at least $5,000 in institutional funding from Winthrop for the Fall 2027 semester. This guarantee has no income or adjusted gross income restrictions, making it accessible to all eligible students. President Edward Serna '02 stated that this initiative aims to intentionally recruit and welcome academically strong students into Winthrop's student body, recognizing their demonstrated success in high school.

SC State University Eliminates Nine Degree Programs Following Productivity Report

SC State University Eliminates Nine Degree Programs Following Productivity Report

South Carolina State University (SC State) has voted to eliminate nine degree programs from its catalog, a decision made by its governing board last week. This action follows a report from the SC Commission on Higher Education, which indicated that just over a third of SC State's degree programs meet state standards for enrollment and graduation, making it the least compliant among South Carolina's public four-year institutions. Four of the axed programs have not enrolled any students in the past decade. The university's President, Alexander Conyers, and Interim Provost, Louis Whitesides, stated that these changes are necessary to align with the evolving workforce needs of South Carolina and to strategically invest resources. The decision impacts 111 students across five programs, who will be allowed to complete their degrees, while no new students will be admitted to these programs. Additionally, over 200 classes with fewer than 10 students enrolled this fall have been canceled, with many consolidated.

Rock Hill, South Carolina to Host 2026 United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink Women's Championship

Rock Hill, South Carolina to Host 2026 United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink Women's Championship

Rock Hill, South Carolina to Host 2026 United States Disc Golf Championship and Throw Pink Women's Championship

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School Garden Provides Hands-On Education in South Carolina

Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School Garden Provides Hands-On Education in South Carolina

WIS reports on a garden at the Wil Lou Gray Opportunity School in Columbia, South Carolina, which offers students a hands-on approach to outdoor education and discovery. During visits to the garden, students are encouraged to engage their senses by touching, smelling, and tasting fresh plants, including herbs, native wildflowers, and berries. Educators at the school emphasize that these sensory experiences are designed to ignite natural curiosity and foster an eager desire to learn among the students. The program extends beyond simple plant identification, incorporating practical, budget-friendly gardening skills such as seed saving and constructing raised beds for growing fresh food. These lessons are intended to cultivate problem-solving habits and self-reliance, skills deemed valuable for both daily life and future career paths.

NYU Seeks Assistant Professor for Global Media Industries, Focusing on Platform and Environmental Studies

NYU Seeks Assistant Professor for Global Media Industries, Focusing on Platform and Environmental Studies

New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, specifically the Martin Scorsese Department of Cinema Studies, is actively seeking applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position specializing in global media industries. The university is looking for candidates whose research explores the material and conceptual infrastructures of moving images. This includes intersections with platform studies, production studies, environmental media studies, South-South collaboration, exchange, and competition, as well as cinema and media from South and Southeast Asia and the Middle East. The department values both contemporary and historical media research. Successful applicants will be expected to teach courses within the undergraduate and graduate core curricula, which include Film Theory, Film History, and Television: History and Culture. The position is slated to begin in Fall 2027, with an application deadline of October 23, 2026. The annual base salary for this nine-month position ranges from $105,000 ...

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How Savannah area football teams fared in Week 7 of the high school season

How Savannah area football teams fared in Week 7 of the high school season

Calvary Day, Liberty County, South Effingham, Bradwell and Bethesda among the big winners among Savannah area football teams in Week 7 action.

Utah Board of Higher Education Approves FY 2027-28 Budget Recommendations

Utah Board of Higher Education Approves FY 2027-28 Budget Recommendations

The Utah Board of Higher Education has approved its operating and capital budget recommendations for fiscal year 2027-28. These recommendations will be submitted to the Governor and the Utah Legislature for consideration during the 2027 General Session. The proposed budget prioritizes investments in workforce capacity, addresses performance funding and growth needs, and aims to expand access to technical colleges. A significant aspect of the recommendation includes substantial capital investments designed to enhance workforce responsiveness. The Board's chair, Amanda Covington, emphasized that the recommendations reflect the critical role of Utah's public colleges and universities in preparing students for the workforce and meeting community and employer needs, while also considering the state's revenue environment. The budget proposal includes an unprecedented institutional capital cost-sharing partnership, aiming for a fiscally sound, system-aligned, and high-impact plan. Final funding decisions will be ...

See where Trump's $90 checks to 20 million seniors are going

See where Trump's $90 checks to 20 million seniors are going

President Trump said he plans to send $90 check to more than 20 million seniors this month. See how much money is going to midterm battlegrounds.

Allstate Seeks Bodily Injury Adjusters for Complex Litigation in Southeastern U.S.

Allstate Seeks Bodily Injury Adjusters for Complex Litigation in Southeastern U.S.

Allstate Seeks Bodily Injury Adjusters for Complex Litigation in Southeastern U.S.