Spartanburg Community College News

African-American Family History Workshop February 4 in Spartanburg

Thursday, February 02, 2012

8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Spartanburg Community College’s Tyger River Campus, 1875 E. Main St., Duncan.

Garden Cameos: Winter Gardening Grows On You

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

SCC horticulture graduate featured with the garden he has created over the past 40 years.

We Can All Be Proud to Claim Area Colleges, Universities as 'Ours'

Monday, January 23, 2012

A look at Spartanburg area colleges

SCC Receives Donation from AT&T

Monday, January 23, 2012

AT&T supports SCC's Center for Business & Entrepreneurial Development with generous donation.

SCC Announces Educators of the Year Award Recipients

Friday, January 20, 2012

SCC has chosen four exemplary faculty and staff members to receive the SCTEA Educators of the Year Awards.

Hundreds Honor King by Volunteering for Day of Service

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

SCC students joined other area college students Monday to volunteer at more than 20 area nonprofits.

Rochling Automotive SponsoringApprenticeship Program

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Rochling Automotive is working with SCC to provide in-depth education and training on such topics as safety, hydraulics/pneumatics, problem solving, team building, robotics and maintenance.

Making It In America: Manufacturing in the US

Friday, January 13, 2012

SCC student, Luke Hutchins shares his story.

Henry C. Giles, Jr. Named Interim President of SCC

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

The SCC Commission has named Henry C. Giles, Jr. as interim president.

'A valuable partner to SCC'

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

A donation from ESAB will benefit students at the Union County Advanced Technology Center as well as ESAB employees.

SCC Announces Fall 2011 Deans’ List

Monday, January 09, 2012

Congratulations to the SCC students who made the Fall 2011 Deans' List.

The Lowest Tuition in the Region

Wednesday, December 21, 2011

The Union County Advanced Technology Center (UCATC) continues to benefit local students by saving time and extra travel.

Not Enough Skilled Workers To Fill Manufacturing Positions

Thursday, January 05, 2012

In 2011, manufacturing added more than 10,000 jobs across the state and that number is only expected to increase in the future.

OUR VIEW: County council should get on board with this project

Wednesday, January 04, 2012

A group of residents has proposed a county-sponsored scholarship program to assist qualified individuals who want to attend the SCC.

Upstate College Offers Classes Toward High School and College Degrees

Friday, December 16, 2011

Gateway to College program allows students who dropped out of high school to re-enroll at SCC and further their education

Spartanburg Area Chamber Launches Countywide Entrepreneurial Systems Program

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

SCC will assume prominent role in the initiative.

Economists Foresee Job Gains for State with Spartanburg County Playing a Large Role

Friday, December 09, 2011

"Folks have a perception that manufacturing jobs are low-skill, low-wage jobs. That's not really the case anymore.” ~ SCC Director of Economic Development & State Rep. Mike Forrester

Back Out Into the Workforce

Friday, December 09, 2011

SCC offers a variety of transition level courses at the UCATC for students who need to build foundation skills in areas such as reading, English/Language Arts and mathematics.

SCC Students Receive Over $35,000 in Scholarships

Wednesday, December 07, 2011

$35,425 in scholarship funds were awarded to current SCC students from local individuals, non-profit organizations and businesses.

SCC Offers a Gateway to College for High School Dropouts

Friday, December 02, 2011

SCC offers a second chance to high school dropouts and students at risk of dropping out through Gateway to College – a national dropout recovery program designed for young adults ages 16 to 20.

SCC Welcomes Record Number of Students

Tuesday, November 22, 2011

SCC has reached a record enrollment of 6,008 students for fall 2011.

SCC Nurses Surpass State and National Peers on Licensure Exam

Friday, November 11, 2011

“The 100 percent pass-rate of our nursing graduates is testimony to the quality and dedication of our nursing faculty and staff.”

College Application Day

Thursday, November 03, 2011

SCC Helps Union County High School students prepare for college.

Grainger Partners with SCC to Award Scholarships to Industrial Trades Students

Thursday, October 27, 2011

SCC students, Timothy Uber and Seth Pyle, were recently awarded a $2,000 scholarship through the Grainger Tools for Tomorrow program.

Recruiters, Counselors Help Upstate Seniors Fill Out College Applications

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Hundreds of high school seniors fill out college applications during College Application Month

"Your Carolina" Features SCC's V.P. of Academic Affairs Dr. Cheryl Cox

Monday, September 19, 2011

Dr. Cox discusses information about SCC for prospective students

SCC Faculty, Students Show Off Their Talent at Campus

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Exciting things are happening out at Spartanburg Community College's Horticulture department...

Making a Difference

Monday, October 17, 2011

Students at the Union County Advanced Technology Center are looking to collect 500 or more books for children in elementary and middle school.

SCC to Host WOW ~ Wonders of Writing ~ Symposium

Friday, October 14, 2011

The conference will feature two award-winning authors, each with her own distinct writing style.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Members at SCC Launch Community College Completion Project

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Members of SCC’s Beta Sigma Psi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa have joined thousands of community college students in a national campaign to raise awareness of the importance of college completion.

Spartanburg County Students to get Extra Help Applying for College

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

October is College Application Month at Spartanburg High Schools

SCC To Host Open House Drop-In on October 18

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

SCC to host a free open house drop-in on Tuesday, October 18 from 4-7 p.m.

SCC Students to Benefit from Midlands Tech Partnership in NSF Grant for Nuclear Training

Friday, August 19, 2011

The National Science Foundation has awarded a $3.1 million grant to establish the Regional Center for Nuclear Education and Training.

Regional Center for Nuclear Education and Training Has Been Awarded $3.1 Million to Help Meet Demand for Skilled Nuclear Technicians

Friday, August 19, 2011

SCC students to benefit from collaborative efforts with Midlands Tech

The Role of Higher Education in Job Growth and Development

Wednesday, August 17, 2011

U.S. Congressman Trey Gowdy Speaks Out

BMW to Create 100 Jobs, Scholarship Program

Wednesday, August 03, 2011

BMW is creating a new manufacturing recruitment program called BMW Scholars.

Timken Foundation Grant Will be Used to Purchase Robotics Kits

Friday, July 29, 2011

SCC has received a $100,000 grant from The Timken Foundation that will allow it to purchase robotics kits.

SCC Receives $100,000 Grant from The Timken Foundation for New LEGO Robotics Program

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Cherokee County students are one step closer to the opportunity of participating in a new LEGO Robotics Program.

Unemployed Can Receive Free Job Training From SCC

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

WIB and SCC join forces to provide education and job assistance to qualified residents of Spartanburg, Cherokee and Union counties.

Learn about SCC and Workforce Investment Board Scholarship Opportunties at "Discover SCC" July 28

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Attend "Discover SCC" July 28 for information sessions with general college information, and WIA scholarship opportunities for those who qualify through WIB.

The Butterfly Foundation Culinary Training Program in Spartanburg Now Serves as a Feeder School into SCC

Tuesday, July 26, 2011

Culinary students completing the Fall 2011 twelve week program and desire to attend SCC may be eligible to exempt up to 10 credit hours.

SCC & Wofford College Partnership Gives Massage Therapy Students Hands-On Experience & Helps Student Athletes

Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Students in SCC's Therapeutic Massage Program are getting hands-on experience in sports massage with Wofford student athletes.

The Upstate Workforce Investment Board Offers Job Training Scholarships at SCC

Friday, July 15, 2011

SCC and WIB have partnered to provide education and job assistance to Cherokee, Spartanburg and Union county residents who are unemployed, underemployed, dislocated and may have been to college but did not earn a degree.

Online Degrees, Certificates and Course Information to be Featured at Upcoming "Discover SCC" July 21

Friday, July 15, 2011

Learn about more than 100 online courses and 11 online degrees and certificates available at "Discover SCC" July 21.

Graphic Design, Industrial and Engineering Technologies to be Featured at July 14 "Discover SCC"

Monday, July 11, 2011

Visit "Discover SCC" for general or specific information about Spartanburg Community College and what it has to offer.

SCC’s June 30th “Discover SCC” Information Session Features Saving Tuition Dollars & Transfer Options

Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Upstate residents interested in attending college, saving tuition dollars and earning a four-year degree should attend SCC’s upcoming “Discover SCC” information session.

SCC Announces Spring 2011 Deans’ List

Friday, June 24, 2011

The following Spartanburg Community College students have earned Deans’ List honors for the spring 2011 term.

SCC To Host “Discover SCC” Summer Information Sessions from June 23 - August 11

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

"Discover SCC" sessions are free and open to students, parents and career seekers interested in SCC’s academic programs and student services.

SCC Announces Faculty & Staff of the Year Award Recipients

Friday, June 03, 2011

SCC recently honored faculty and staff members for outstanding service to the College

SCC Works with National Partners to Develop Global Automotive Manufacturing Education Standards

Thursday, June 02, 2011

AMTEC's global automotive manufacturer partners include BMW, Toyota, General Motors and Ford Motor Company.

SCC to Host Open House Drop-In June 14

Wednesday, June 01, 2011

Learn about the admissions and financial aid processes as well as an overview of academic programs the College offers.

SCC's Health & Human Services Programs Earn 100 Percent Pass Rate on State & National Boards Exams

Monday, May 23, 2011

SCC ranks above Clemson and the University of South Carolina for nursing certification

SCC To Host Job Fair May 24 to Recruit Part-Time Faculty Members

Friday, May 20, 2011

Seeking part-time faculty members with a wide variety of backgrounds and experience in all academic areas of the college

New S.C. Secretary of Commerce to Speak at SCC Commencement

Tuesday, May 03, 2011

Mr. Robert “Bobby” Hitt, III – will address the more than 3,000 attendees at SCC’s annual spring commencement ceremony

SCC Holds Historic Chartering Ceremony for New Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

SCC inducted 150 students into the College's new Beta Sigma Psi chapter of Phi Theta Kappa.

Proclamation by Spartanburg Mayor Honors Administrative Workers

Wednesday, April 27, 2011

Spartanburg IAAP sponsors a student chapter at SCC, honors administrative professionals

Professional Grounds Management Society Awards Student Scholarships

Tuesday, April 26, 2011

SCC student Amanda Kyzer wins fifth place in national scholarship competition

SCC Receives Donation from AT&T for Downtown Campus

Monday, April 18, 2011

AT&T South Carolina is supporting the development of SCC’s new Downtown Campus with a donation of $10,000.

SCC Partners with the JC Stroble Glaucoma Awareness Foundation to Host Disability & Health Awareness Fair

Wednesday, April 13, 2011

SCC is partnering with the JC Stroble Glaucoma Awareness Foundation to host a Disability & Health Awareness Fair to provide information and resources to students with disabilities seeking higher education degree.

SCC Receives Donation from Duke Energy for Student Scholarships

Wednesday, April 06, 2011

Duke Energy recently made an unrestricted donation to the SCC Foundation, which was awarded as scholarships.

SCC Names Union Native as Interim Site Coordinator for the Union County Advanced Technology Center

Monday, March 21, 2011

Kathy Jo Lancaster named as the interim site coordinator of the Union County Advanced Technology Center.

SCC Cherokee County Campus To Host Open House Drop-In Event on March 19

Friday, March 11, 2011

The event is open to anyone in the community interested in attending SCC.

SCC Named One of Best “Military Friendly Schools” in U.S. by G.I. Jobs Magazine

Thursday, February 24, 2011

For the second year in a row, SCC has been named a Military Friendly School for 2011 by G.I. Jobs magazine.

Twenty-Nine Upstate Students Receive SCC Foundation Scholarships

Tuesday, February 08, 2011

February 8, 2011 - The SCC Foundation awarded $20,150 in academic scholarships to 29 deserving students for the 2010-2011 school year.

Enrollment at SCC Cherokee County Campus Has More Than Doubled Since Opening in 2007

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

January 26, 2011 - A focus on training for scarce jobs in today’s economy has led many students to view community college as their ticket to a better life.

SCC Announces Educators of the Year Award Recipients

Monday, January 31, 2011

January 31, 2011 - Three members of SCC's faculty and staff have been named the College’s recipients of the South Carolina Technical Education Association’s (SCTEA) Educator of the Year awards.

Pricing Schedules For Upstate Technical Schools Become More Flexible

Friday, January 28, 2011

January 26, 2011 - Change made by the State Board allows Technical colleges to choose between charging students by the credit hour – charging a flat fee plus more for additional classes – or keeping the same flat fee for 12 credit hours.

Midlands Technical College Offers American Sign Language Program

Thursday, January 27, 2011

January 26, 2011 - Program transfers to SCC for completion of associates degree.

Atlantic Beverage Investing $10M In Spartanburg County

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

January 26, 2011 - Bottling Plant To Create 300 Upstate Jobs

Atlantic Beverage Bringing 300 New Jobs To Spartanburg County

Wednesday, January 26, 2011

January 26, 2011 - Support of Spartanburg Community College will provide a trained job pool.

It’s not too late: Spartanburg Community College’s Spring FlexStart Classes Offer Full Credit in Fewer Weeks

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

January 25, 2011 - It's not too late to register for spring classes at SCC!

City of Spartanburg to Help Fund SCC Downtown Campus

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

January 25, 2011 - Spartanburg mayor says the city was excited to welcome the new campus and he expects the campus to further improve the downtown economy.

SCC to host National Tour Visit of Cisco Systems’ “Network on Wheels” Van

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

January 19, 2011 - Cisco Systems "Network on Wheels" Van will be at SCC on Thursday, January 20 from 10am-2pm.

SCC Announces Fall 2010 Deans’ List

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

January 19, 2011 - The following SCC students have earned Deans’ List honors for fall 2010.

SCC Offers Free Commercial Driver License Training Information Session

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

January 18, 2011 - SCC’s Corporate & Community Education Division recently partnered with Tri-County Technical College to provide Commercial Driver License (CDL, class A) training at SCC’s Tyger River Campus beginning in February.

Higher Education Leaders to Meet with Governor

Tuesday, January 18, 2011

January 18, 2011 - Higher education officials said they are simply hoping for the best.

Spartanburg Community College Welcomes Dr. Cheryl A. Cox as Vice President for Academic Affairs

Wednesday, January 05, 2011

January 5, 2011 - SCC welcomes Dr. Cheryl A. Cox as vice president for academic affairs.

Smart Jobs Initiative Helping Revive Careers in Spartanburg

Sunday, December 19, 2010

December 19. 2010 - For the unemployed still looking for jobs, retraining goes with the territory.

State Clears Way for SCC to Open Downtown Campus

Thursday, December 16, 2010

December 15, 2010 - The S.C. State Budget and Control Board issued final approval Tuesday for the college’s purchase of the Evans Building on South Dean Street from the county.

SCC Receives Approval to Purchase Historic Evans Building for New Downtown Campus

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

December 14, 2010 - The South Carolina State Budget and Control Board gave final approval today for the College’s purchase of the historic Evans Building. Located on South Dean Street in downtown Spartanburg.

SCC is Named One of the Fastest-Growing Community Colleges in U.S.

Wednesday, December 08, 2010

December 8, 2010 - SCC's enrollment increase of 22 percent earned it the honor of 15th fastest growing among approximately 249 community colleges in the nation with enrollments ranging from 5,000 to 9,999.

SCC Implements US Department of Commerce Grant and Opens Public Computer Centers

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

November 30, 2010 - Initiative provides residents in Spartanburg, Union and Cherokee counties access to computers and the Internet

SCC Welcomes Samuel S. Hook as Executive Director of Advancement and the SCC Foundation

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

November 24, 2010 - South Carolina native, Wofford College graduate returns to Spartanburg to lead SCC's office of advancement.

Spartanburg College Students Reach Out with Faith

Saturday, October 30, 2010

October 30, 2010 - Merge meets an even greater need for people another world away.

SMC, SCC Students Get Seamless Route to USC Upstate

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

October 27, 2010 - Upstate Direct Connect offers SCC and SMC students who earn an associates degree guaranteed admission to USC Upstate

USC Upstate Announces Upstate Direct Connect Partnership With Local Two-Year Colleges

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

October 26, 2010 - Initiative Offers Students Deliberate Pathway To Baccalaureate Degree Attainment

SCC's Early Childhood Education Development Program Offers Students a Seamless Transfer to Clemson University

Thursday, October 21, 2010

October 21, 2010 - Agreement offers students in SCC’s ECD Program the opportunity for a seamless transfer to Clemson University’s College of Education to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education.

Five Upstate South Carolina Colleges Announce a Workforce Initiative to Engage People into High Skills Careers in Manufacturing

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

October 12, 2010 - TechReadySC™, a collaboration of five Upstate South Carolina technical and community colleges and the South Carolina Technical College System office, announces the launch of a workforce development initiative called Dream !t Do!t

SCC, Tri-County Technical to Train Big Rig Drivers

Tuesday, October 05, 2010

October 5, 2010 - SCC Corporate & Community Education Division has partnered with Tri-County Technical College to provide Commercial Driver License (CDL, Class A) training at SCC's Tyger River Campus beginning Oct. 18.

SCC Dedicates Academic Building To Senator Harvey S. Peeler, Jr.

Friday, October 01, 2010

October 1, 2010 - SCC honored Senator Harvey S. Peeler, Jr. on for his support of SCC’s Cherokee County Campus at a naming dedication of the Harvey S. Peeler, Jr. Academic Building.

SCC Cherokee County Campus Thanks Senator Peeler

Thursday, September 30, 2010

September 30, 2010 - Academic Building named after businessman, state legislator

SCC Early Childhood Development Programs Earn NAEYC Accreditation

Friday, October 01, 2010

October 1, 2010 - SCC's Early Childhood Development Programs recently received continuing accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

SCC Offers Gateway to College Program For High School Dropouts

Thursday, September 16, 2010

September 16, 2010 - SCC provides a second chance to high school dropouts and students at risk of dropping out through Gateway to College – a national dropout recovery program.

SCC Receives 2010 Landscape Beautification Award

Monday, August 30, 2010

The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce and Spartanburg Men’s Garden Club recently presented SCC with an honorable mention award.

BMW to Add 500 More Jobs to Expand Production Team

Wednesday, September 01, 2010

September 1, 2010 - The company will hold job fairs at SCC Tyger River Campus after renovations at the facility are complete.

History Museum Opens College Town Exhibit

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

August 31, 2010 - The Spartanburg Regional History Museum will host its newest exhibit “College Town: Spartanburg’s Legacy of Higher Learning” Sept. 14-Nov. 3.

Healing Hands Ease Tense Shoulders, Aching Joints

Thursday, August 26, 2010

August 26, 2010 - At SCC, students can obtain a certificate in therapeutic massage in three semesters, attending only on weekends.

St. Ignatios, Spartanburg Community College Reach Deal

Wednesday, September 01, 2010

September 1, 2010 - Prep school athletes can earn credits at SCC.

SCC Horticulture Team on Trend with Rooftop Garden

Friday, August 27, 2010

August 27, 2010 - Rooftop Garden on SCC central campus is innovative, beautiful and educational

SCC Holds QuickJobs Millwright Recruiting Fair

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

August 25, 2010 - SCC's Corporate & Community Education Division has partnered with Career Source to connect local employers with qualified candidates for training opportunities in NCCER Millwright at a recruiting fair.

SCC FlexStart Classes Offer Full Credit in Fewer Weeks

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

August 25, 2010 - It’s not too late to register for fall classes at SCC.

SCC Receives TRIO Student Support Services Grant

Monday, August 23, 2010

August 23, 2010 - SCC has been awarded a TRIO Student Support Services grant to continue the Success Network program for an anticipated five years.

SCC Announces Summer 2010 Deans' List

Monday, August 23, 2010

August 23, 2010 - The following SCC students have earned Deans’ List honors for the summer 2010 term.

SCC Cranks Up Two-Day Job Training Fair in Duncan

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

August 11, 2010 - QuickJobs Carolina Training Programs Offer Opportunity for Local Residents

Global Manufacturing Company in Union County Hires 20 SCC Students

Wednesday, August 04, 2010

August 4, 2010 - Gestamp hires students who completed MSSC training as part of commitment to local economic development.

SCC Awards Scholarships to Career Center Students

Friday, July 23, 2010

July 23, 2010 - SCC recently awarded eight high school students at area career centers full-tuition scholarships to attend SCC after graduation.

SCC Offers High School Dropouts a Second Chance Through Gateway to College Program

Wednesday, August 04, 2010

August 4, 2010 - SCC continues to provide a second chance to high school dropouts and students at risk of dropping out through Gateway to College – a national dropout recovery program.