March features

• What’s lactate dehydrogenase? - Message from Jeff Perez, SCICU president and CEO
• Student researchers showcase project findings at SCICU's Undergraduate Research Symposium
• Photo highlights for February 22 SCICU Undergraduate Research Symposium
• Federal update
• South Carolina update
• SCICU 2024 Infographics for State House advocacy
• Claflin University to host SCICU's Spring Board of Trustees meeting April 17
• SCICU's Guide to Private Colleges and Universities in South Carolina - Your best one-stop resource for easy college decisions!
• Campus news from SCICU's 21 member colleges and universities
• SCICU Business Partner spotlight
• SCICU calendar



What's lactate dehydrogenase?

Message from SCICU President and CEO Jeff Perez

Do you know what lactate dehydrogenase is?

Neither do I. But a Benedict College undergraduate researcher knows.

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Student researchers showcase project findings at SCICU's February 22 Undergraduate Research Symposium

Undergraduate student researchers from South Carolina’s private colleges and universities showcased their 2023 project findings at the February 22, 2024 SCICU Research Symposium hosted by Milliken & Company at their Spartanburg Customer Center.

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Photo highlights for the February 22 SCICU Undergraduate Research Symposium

Nearly three dozen student researchers presented findings from their SCICU-funded research projects at the February 22 SCICU Undergraduate Research Symposium. Photos from the event and details on project topics are available in this news piece.

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Federal update

Congress has approved the FY 2024 federal budget. We dodged a bullet. And FAFSA’s still a mess.

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South Carolina update

Last week the House passed its version of the state budget, and it contains plenty of good news for SCICU member colleges and universities.

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SCICU 2024 Infographics for State House advocacy

Building on the successes of its Infographics Series for 2021-2023, SCICU is sending issue/topic-focused messages regularly and directly to members of the S.C. General Assembly during the 2024 legislative session.

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Claflin University to host SCICU Spring 2024 Board of Trustees meeting April 17

Claflin University will host the SCICU Board of Trustees Spring 2024 meeting on April 17, 2024.

More information will be sent to trustees closer to the event date.

SCICU can help you make the best decision with the Guide to Private Colleges and Universities in South Carolina.

The best one-stop resource for easy college decision-making is HERE! SCICU's College Guide links you to 21 independent colleges and universities in South Carolina and their resources for applying for admission, scholarships, campus life, athletics, and more! Click here or on the picture below to access the SCICU College Guide.

SCICU College/University Campus News 

SCICU presents news from its 21 member colleges and universities. Click here to read college news in the newsroom on the SCICU website.

The following is a sampling of recent news from SCICU campuses:

Allen University

Allen University SGA president attends HBCU celebration at the White House

Anderson University

Anderson University among top in the nation in 2023 Collegiate Advertising Awards

Benedict College

Benedict College honors President Roslyn Clark Artis with Administration Building naming/dedication

Bob Jones University

Bob Jones University - Search for president progressing

Charleston Southern University

Global Charleston opens on Charleston Southern campus

Claflin University

Claflin repeats as CIAA men’s indoor track & field champion

Coker University

Judge Michelle Childs to speak at Coker University April 25

Columbia College

Columbia College holds Speech-Language Pathology Day March 18 for prospective students and alumni

Columbia International University

CIU professor honored for 46 years of service with S.C. State Guard

Converse University

Converse receives $1M to support adult learners & veteran services

Erskine College

Erskine faculty and special education majors present at S.C. Council for Exceptional Students Conference

Furman University

Furman Engaged: Green is good – for your mental health

Limestone University

Limestone University partners with Palmetto State Teachers Association

Morris College

Morris College invited to participate in the Black College Quiz game show series

Newberry College

Newberry College appoints new VP for academic affairs

North Greenville University

North Greenville holds 8th annual Faith at Work Business Symposium

Presbyterian College

PC President Dr. Anita Gustafson gives ‘boisterous and bold’ lesson on history of women in higher education

Southern Wesleyan University

Golf programs return to Southern Wesleyan University

Spartanburg Methodist College

Spartanburg Methodist College Art professor earns national Eagle Scout award

Voorhees University

Addressing teacher shortage – Voorhees partners with Midlands Tech to open education center

Wofford College

Wofford College announces new director of athletics

Click below to access important information from each of the SCICU member colleges and universities:

Allen University | Anderson University | Benedict College | Bob Jones University | Charleston Southern University | Claflin University | Coker University | Columbia College | Columbia International University | Converse University | Erskine College | Furman University  | Limestone University | Morris College | Newberry College | North Greenville University | Presbyterian College | Southern Wesleyan University  | Spartanburg Methodist College  | Voorhees University | Wofford College

SCICU Business Partner Spotlight

The SCICU Business Partners program provides a convenient marketplace in which SCICU member colleges and universities can preview offerings tailored to the needs of the higher education community in South Carolina. Please click here to review the entire SCICU Business Partners Directory.



Granite delivers advanced communications and technology solutions to businesses and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We are well-versed in providing quality solutions to our K-12 and Higher Education partners across the US.

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Hypersign is a visual communications software company that consistently strives to develop cutting edge software solutions applicable to all markets, with a focus on education, healthcare, and corporate environments. Hypersign has won over 25 awards for excellence and currently leads the digital signage industry with a +99.5% renewal rate of subscribers and growing at 10.1% per month.

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IMA is the third largest privately-held insurance brokerage firm in the United States, with offices in Greenville, SC & Charlotte, NC. IMA’s dedicated higher education practice is committed to driving down net cost of property & casualty insurance programs for colleges and universities.

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SCICU Calendar of Events

April

09 - 2024 Excellence In Teaching Awards Dinner

09 - Joint Higher Education Day at the S.C. State House

11 - SCICU Chief Academic Officers Meeting

11 - SCICU Chief Financial Officers Meeting

17 - SCICU Spring 2024 Board of Trustees Meeting

SCICU is a member of the Coalition for College Cost Savings (The Coalition). The Coalition is comprised of 31 member organizations in 29 states, serving approximately 900 higher education institutions across the United States. The Coalition is dedicated to helping private higher education institutions improve processes and reduce costs through participation in collaborative programs..

All SCICU member colleges and universities have access to The Coalition's national contracts and services. More information on this important benefit is here.

News & Notes is published by the South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities, Inc. Please send all comments or questions to SCICU President & CEO Jeff Perez at jeff@scicu.org or 803-799-7122. Mailing address: 1706 Senate St., Columbia, SC 29201.