USC Salkehatchie to Host Summer Camps in Clean Energy and Volleyball
USC Salkehatchie is excited to announce two summer camp opportunities for local youth: a Clean Energy Camp and a Volleyball Camp.
Salkehatchie Celebrates the Class of 2025
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie celebrated a significant milestone on May 2 as it held its 2025 commencement exercises, marking 60 years of academic excellence and service to its local communities. The ceremony honored 144 associate degree recipients and 13 bachelor's degree recipients through the university's partnership with USC's Palmetto College and other USC campuses. The graduates represented 5 states, 4 countries, 30 cities and included 20 high school students. Notably, one graduate maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA while earning her degree.
Howard Named Assistant Dean
Dr. Eddie J. Howard Jr. has been named Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management and Student Success at USC Salkehatchie. Dr. Howard brings over two decades of student-centered experience and a proven record of fostering student achievement to the institution.
USC Salkehatchie's Health Careers Exploration Day Inspires Future Healthcare Professionals
USC Salkehatchie Announces 2025 Commencement Details
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie will hold its annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 2, at 10:30 a.m. on the Salkehatchie Commons at the Allendale campus. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will be moved indoors to the Atrium.
Leadership Salkehatchie Announces 2025 Class, Focuses on Regional Development and Leadership Growth
The USC Salkehatchie Leadership Institute is pleased to announce the members of its 2025 leadership class. This prestigious program, offered by the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie in partnership with the SouthernCarolina Alliance, is designed to cultivate and empower leaders in the region.
Dr. Francis Burns Named South Carolina Academy of Science Two-Year Institution Faculty of the Year
The South Carolina Academy of Science (SCAS) has selected Dr. Francis Burns as the recipient of the Two-Year Institution Faculty of the Year Award. This award recognizes exemplary teaching at two-year institutions of higher education throughout South Carolina.
Expand Your Mind with USC Salkehatchie's New Lecture Series, "Salk You!"
USC Salkehatchie announces the launch of "Salk You!", a new lecture series featuring expert faculty discussions on diverse topics. "Salk You!" offers the community an opportunity to engage with subjects like history, birdwatching, law, memory, criminal justice, math, business, and theater.
USC Salkehatchie Announces Fall 2024 Honors Lists
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie is pleased to announce the Fall 2024 President's and Dean's Lists, recognizing 109 students for their outstanding academic achievements.
USC Salkehatchie Offers Free AI Workshops in iCarolina Lab
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie, in partnership with the College of Information and Communications, is offering two free artificial intelligence (AI) workshops this February in the iCarolina Lab on the Allendale campus. These sessions are designed for adult learners, including small business owners, job seekers, and those with limited technical experience.
USC Salkehatchie Opens State-of-the-Art Forensic Science Lab
ALLENDALE, S.C. - USC Salkehatchie celebrated the opening of its new forensic science lab at its Allendale campus, marking a significant advancement in criminal justice education in the Lowcountry. The state-of-the-art facility will provide students with hands-on experience in fingerprinting, drug testing, DNA analysis, and other crucial forensic techniques.
Forensic Science Lab Opening Rescheduled
Due to inclement winter weather in our region, the opening of the Forensic Science Laboratory at USC Salkehatchie has been rescheduled to Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 3 p.m.
USC Salkehatchie Closed Due to Winter Weather
Due to winter weather conditions in our area, the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie remains closed on Friday, Jan. 24. All classes, campus activities, athletic events, and campus operations are canceled during this time.
Commemorating the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution.
The Allendale County 250 Revolutionary War Committee kicked off its month-long celebration with a presentation by USC Salkehatchie history professor Dr. David Dangerfield on Saturday, Jan. 5. Dr. Dangerfield's insightful talk, "People of Color during the American Revolution," explored the diverse experiences of African Americans during this pivotal period, examining their interactions with both British and American forces.
Community Interest Courses Begin Jan. 13
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie is pleased to announce the return of its popular community interest courses program, offering a wide variety of engaging and educational classes for adults ages 60 and older starting January 13, 2025.
USC Salkehatchie Honors Academic Excellence and Donor Generosity at Scholarship Banquet
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie campus celebrated the academic accomplishments of its students and the generosity of its donors at the annual Scholarship Banquet on Tuesday, October 22. A total of 183 scholarships, valued at over $207,000, were awarded to 128 deserving students.
USC Salkehatchie Receives $1.9 Million DOE Grant to Boost STEM Education in Rural Communities
- The United States Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) has awarded the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie a $1.9 million grant to support science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education in the Salkehatchie region.
Barr to lead Salkehatchie athletics program
Rodney Barr has been named the athletic director at the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie effective Sept. 1.
Miller named associate dean for USC Salkehatchie
Dr. Sarah Miller has been named associate dean for academic and student affairs for the University of South Carolina Salkehatchie. Miller joined USC Salkehatchie in 2006 as an assistant professor of history with promotion to full professor in 2018 and has been an active part of the Salkehatchie campus and its communities.
Leadership Salkehatchie celebrates class of 2024, alumni
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie celebrated the accomplishments of the Leadership Salkehatchie class of 2024 and alumni of the program at a reception held at the Walterboro Wildlife Center on June 27.
USC Salkehatchie Announces Spring 2024 Honors Lists
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie is proud to recognize 95 of its exceptional students for achieving the honor of President's List or Dean's List for the Spring 2024 term.
Leadership Salkehatchie meets with legislators in D.C.
The 2024 cohort of Leadership Salkehatchie spent its final session meeting with legislators in Washington, D.C. Shelby Broomfield, director of the USC Salkehatchie Leadership Institute, says the trip provided a chance for participants to reflect on topics discussed and lessons learned throughout the program.
Miller receives DAR National Excellence in Historic Preservation Medal
Dr. Sarah Miller received the DAR National Excellence in Historic Preservation Medal during a luncheon hosted by the Colonel Joseph Glover Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution on May 15. The award recognizes a person who has done extraordinary work over a long period of time in establishing a historic district, preserving a local landmark, restoring or preserving objects of historic cultural significance, or establishing or participating in oral history projects, youth leadership and education at the regional, state, and/or national level. Additionally, Bill Young, Mayor of Walterboro, proclaimed May 15 as Dr. Sarah Miller Day and presented her with a resolution from the City of Walterboro commending her on receiving this honor.
USC Salkehatchie celebrates commencement
The University of South Carolina Salkehatchie celebrated its 52nd commencement at its Allendale campus on April 26. The University awarded 135 degrees including 116 associate degrees and 19 bachelor's degrees, which were presented through the University of South Carolina's Palmetto College and in partnership with other USC campuses. The graduates represented 4 states, 52 cities and included 21 high school students. One graduate maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA while earning her degree.
Salk wins Region 10 Championship, heads to national tournament
The USC Salkehatchie men's basketball team capped a run through the Region 10 Tournament with a 69-58 victory over regular-season champion Caldwell Tech. The win earned the team a trip to the 32-team NJCAA national tournament in Hutchinson, K.S where they will face Hutchinson in the first round.