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Students Reminded to Think First This Halloween

Our goal is for all students who participate in Halloween events to have a happy, fun and safe Halloween, and we ask you to "Think First," and be mindful regarding costume choices and your personal decisions around health and safety.

Students Reminded to Think First This Halloween College of Charleston Executive Vice President for Student Affairs Alicia Caudill shared the following message on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, reminding students to think first this Halloween: Dear Students, As some of you prepare for Halloween, I write to remind you about President Hsu’s message from O...

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College of Charleston Photos of the Week

From archaeological discoveries and energy initiatives to helping solve public safety issues to reaching the top of the pyramid in collegiate cheerleading, the Cougar family has a lot to be proud of.

College of Charleston Photos of the Week Hard work, dedication and persistence: These are the driving forces at the College of Charleston. From archaeological discoveries and energy initiatives to solving public safety issues to reaching the top of the pyramid in collegiate cheerleading, the Cougar family has a lot to be proud of.

15th Annual Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival Kicks Off Nov. 4

The Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival, under the artistic direction of CofC Italian professor Giovanna De Luca, will feature a wide range of films, including the documentary 'Django and Django,' which explores the genre of Spaghetti Westerns and the works of directors Sergio Corbucci and Quentin Tarantino.

15th Annual Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival Kicks Off Nov. 4 The Nuovo Cinema Italiano Film Festival, in partnership with the College of Charleston, is proud to announce the 15th edition of the annual celebration of contemporary Italian cinema and culture. The 2021 event will take place Nov. 4-6, 2021, at the Queen Street Playhouse and will feature 10 award-w...

'The Story of More' Author Hope Jahren to Speak at Virtual Event

As part of “The College Reads!” program, CofC will present a virtual evening with Hope Jahren, author of 'The Story of More: How We got to Climate Change & Where to go from Here,' on Monday, Oct. 25. The book explores the history behind climate change and what steps we can take to fight back.

'The Story of More' Author Hope Jahren to Speak at Virtual Event The phrases "global warming" and "climate change" have become frequent flash points in the media and among the lexicon of those attuned to issues surrounding the environment. But what do those things really mean? How did we get here? And what comes next? Those are the questions author Hope Jahren pr...

Find 9 Great Restaurants Right Next to the College of Charleston

Charleston is well documented as a culinary paradise, complete with award-winning restaurants on every corner and celebrity chefs for miles — but sometimes when you are staaaaaaaarving, it’s difficult to make a decision. Here are some recommendations for a quick bite in between classes or spots to bring your family or friends when they come for a visit.

Find 9 Great Restaurants Right Next to the College of Charleston Charleston is well documented as a culinary paradise, complete with award-winning restaurants on every corner and celebrity chefs for miles — but sometimes when you are staaaaaaaarving, it's difficult to make a decision. Here, The College Today breaks down what's available around the College of Ch...

CofC Fully Charged with New Electrical Engineering Major

With a curriculum focused on electrical autonomous vehicle design, CofC's new electrical engineering major is built to encourage creativity in its students and prepare them to develop the next generation of cars.

CofC Fully Charged with New Electrical Engineering Major Born out of industry demand and guided by the College of Charleston School of Sciences and Mathematics Advisory Board, the College launched its electrical engineering major for the fall 2021 semester. “We set up the program to support companies in the region, including Bosch, Mecedes-Benz Vans, Vo...

Test of Time, Tradition and Trivia

Think you know CofC? Take this quiz and put your knowledge of all things College of Charleston to the test!

Test of Time, Tradition and Trivia Take this little quiz and put your knowledge of all things College of Charleston to the test! 1. Before the Physical Plant Building at 133 Calhoun St. became the College of Charleston Facilities Management headquarters, it was part of a compound that included which of the following? a) A mortuary an...

Solar Pavilion Unveiling Shines Light on Enslaved, Indigenous People

The unveiling of a new solar shade pavilion, located at CofC near Addlestone Library, recognized both the history of the site where artifacts, including a slave tag, were found, as well as the forward momentum of solar energy at the College.

Solar Pavilion Unveiling Shines Light on Enslaved, Indigenous People The unveiling of a new solar shade pavilion at the College of Charleston on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021, served as a platform to honor the Indigenous and enslaved people who labored and lived on and near the site throughout history. The event, titled “Uncovering History/Making History,” recognized

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Start FALLing (see what we did there) in love with campus! 🍂

Take a campus tour with one of our student tour guides to learn more about our historic campus, academic programs, and what it means to be a Cougar. Schedule now! ➡️ https://bit.ly/349XL4G

Start FALLing (see what we did there) in love with campus! 🍂

Take a campus tour with one of our student tour guides to learn more about our historic campus, academic programs, and what it means to be a Cougar. Schedule now! ➡️ https://bit.ly/349XL4G

Hispanic Latino Club Celebrates Heritage, Culture and Belonging

It’s always important to have a place where you can go and feel like you belong, where you can celebrate your culture and traditions and, by being together, you can share your heritage with others. And that’s exactly what the College’s Hispanic Latino Club does.

Hispanic Latino Club Celebrates Heritage, Culture and Belonging Above: Members of the Hispanic Latino Board. Top (L-R): Jeronimo Ortega and Jerry Windhorn. Bottom (L-R) Juliana Rivera, Pamela Painter and Kayla Pina. It’s always important to have a place where you can go and feel like you belong, where you can celebrate your culture and traditions and, by being...

College of Charleston opens new pavilion where enslaved people once labored

The archaeological dig, and the discovery that ensued, is only half the story. Now the College of Charleston is unveiling the other half: a new solar shade pavilion behind Addlestone Library, built on the site of the dig.

College of Charleston opens new pavilion where enslaved people once labored The new installation is part of a larger effort both to reduce the campus' carbon footprint and to better record and share its history, making the school a more welcoming

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Study Break: Meet a Psychology Major

Meet psychology major Alex Katsikaris, a junior in the Honors College, who is interested in studying disorders and conditions related to the brain.

Study Break: Meet a Psychology Major Name: Alex Katsikaris Hometown: Athens, Greece Major/year: Junior in the Honors College, majoring in psychology What CofC organizations you have been involved with? Tutor and mentor for the REACH Program International Student Ambassador CofC awards or honors: College of Charleston Dean’s List for ...

Nothing beats studying outside in Fall weather. 🍁

With our historic Charleston campus, you are sure to find your own outdoor study room!

Nothing beats studying outside in Fall weather. 🍁

With our historic Charleston campus, you are sure to find your own outdoor study room!

Volcano Expert Answers Questions About Dual Eruptions

With one volcano erupting in the Atlantic and another in the Pacific, Associate Professor of Geology Cassandra Runyon clears the smoke about all this volcanic activity and shares insight into the fiery spectacle.

Volcano Expert Answers Questions About Dual Eruptions With two volcanoes – La Palma in the Canary Islands off the coast of North Africa and Kilauea on the Big Island of Hawaii – erupting simultaneously and garnering a lot of news attention, it might seem like the world is burning to the ground, literally. But don’t worry,

Happy #NationalComingOutDay! No matter if you are out, in the closet, or somewhere in-between, we proudly welcome all people in our Cougar Community. Want to learn more about LGBTQ+ resources, organizations, and events at the College? Check the Gender & Sexuality Equity Center (GSEC) ➡️ https://bit.ly/3FuHHvU

Happy #NationalComingOutDay! No matter if you are out, in the closet, or somewhere in-between, we proudly welcome all people in our Cougar Community. Want to learn more about LGBTQ+ resources, organizations, and events at the College? Check the Gender & Sexuality Equity Center (GSEC) ➡️ https://bit.ly/3FuHHvU

CofC to Pay Tribute to Enslaved and Indigenous People at Unveiling of New Solar Pavilion

The CofC community is invited to attend an unveiling this Friday for a new solar shade pavilion near Rivers Green and to commemorate the indigenous and enslaved people who labored and lived near the site throughout history. A slave tag from 1853 was found on the site during an archaeological excavation last spring. Learn more ⬇️

CofC to Pay Tribute to Enslaved and Indigenous People at Unveiling of New Solar Pavilion Above: A slave tag from 1853 (left) was found last spring during an excavation for the installation of a new solar pavilion (right) near Rivers Green. The College of Charleston campus community is invited to attend an unveiling for a new solar shade pavilion near Rivers

Everyday Mental Health Tips for Students on World Mental Health Day (and Beyond)

Mental wellbeing is important every day, not just on World Mental Health Day. Check out these tips and resources that CofC students can use today and any day of the year.

Everyday Mental Health Tips for Students on World Mental Health Day (and Beyond) Every year, World Mental Health Day aims to raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilize efforts in support of mental health, providing an opportunity for all stakeholders working on mental health issues to talk about their work and what more needs to be done to make mental....

History Professor to Speak About Past Pandemics

History professor Jacob Steere-Williams will be a featured speaker at an upcoming Charleston Library Society Speaker Series event on Oct. 14 where he will discuss the historical and cultural implications of pandemics as well as his book "The Filth Disease: Typhoid Fever and the Practices of Epidemiology in Victorian England."

History Professor to Speak About Past Pandemics Above: History professor Jacob Steere-Williams will be featured at an upcoming Charleston Library Society speaker series event. Even though the world has been suffering through the COVID-19 pandemic for almost two years, there remains many lingering questions, misunderstandings and misperceptions ab...

President Hsu Reminds Students to 'Think First' This Halloween

College of Charleston President Andrew T. Hsu shared the following message on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, reminding students to think first this Halloween:

President Hsu Reminds Students to 'Think First' This Halloween College of Charleston President Andrew T. Hsu shared the following message on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021, reminding students to think first this Halloween: Dear Students: Halloween is approaching, and I am asking you to think first about your costume choices and party themes that could be insensitive t...

MBA Program Nationally Recognized for Success in Recruiting Women

"What attracted me to CofC's MBA program is the support we get through the mentorship and executive coach program. I find this to be an invaluable experience that will enhance my MBA journey. I already have so much more clarity and understanding to achieve my goals." - Rachel Bruce, MBA student

MBA Program Nationally Recognized for Success in Recruiting Women Above: (l-r) Rachel Bruce, Kendyl Churchman and Insha Jahan are among the more than 30 female students in the MBA program. Bloomberg Businessweek has recognized the College of Charleston School of Business MBA program for its success in enrolling female students at a time when MBA programs nationall...

Center for Excellence in Peer Education Celebrates 10 Years

Not only do peer educators help other students with their work, they also better themselves by practicing service leadership skills that can be immensely valuable later on in the workplace. Join the Center for Excellence in Peer Education this Friday to celebrate the center's 10th anniversary.

Center for Excellence in Peer Education Celebrates 10 Years Above: Peer academic coach Janae Dorsey (left) works with a fellow student in Addlestone Library. We’ve all heard the saying, “If you give a man a fish, he’ll eat for a day. If you teach a man to fish, he’ll eat for a lifetime.” The College of Charleston has taken this

Monthly Newsletter - College of Charleston

Did you know that Research & Grants at CofC publishes a newsletter the first Tuesday of each month? Highlights include new and upcoming funding opportunities, helpful tips, information on webinars/conferences, and faculty spotlights! Check out the October edition and subscribe to receive future newsletters! #getfundedcofc

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CofC Student Wins National Cycling Championship

CofC student and U.S. Marine veteran Dyllon Gunsolus won the time trial event at the USA Cycling Collegiate Track National Championships last month. It was a victory won in his heart and mind as much as it was on the velodrome track. 👏🏆

CofC Student Wins National Cycling Championship Imagine a national champion who suffers from imposter syndrome. That may be hard to believe, but that’s just how sophomore Dyllon Gunsolus felt as he moved through last summer’s competitive cycling season. As a member of the Oceanic/Longshore Boats Racing Team, he’s spent the past year competi...

CofC's New Dean of Admissions Talks Collaboration, Community and Concerts

As the first Black woman dean of admissions, Khala Granville brings a collaborative spirit and a fresh perspective to the College of Charleston – not to mention a love for live concerts and road trips! Welcome, Dean Granville!

CofC's New Dean of Admissions Talks Collaboration, Community and Concerts It's a good thing she loves to road trip, because Khala Granville came a long way to join the College of Charleston as its first Black woman dean of admissions! Hailing from Indiana, where she served as senior associate director of admissions for diversity recruitment and outreach at Indiana Univers...

College of Charleston Photos of the Week

Playing in the park, striking to fight climate change and academic exploration: See what students have been up to over the last week at the College.

College of Charleston Photos of the Week Playing in the park, striking to fight climate change and academic exploration: See what students have been up to over the last week at the College of Charleston. Students gathered in the Cistern Yard on Sept. 29, 2021, for fun and information