College of Charleston Alumni

Daniel Dickerson '99 and Marie Allain Dickerson '99 are making a lasting impact on graduate education through the Chick-fil-A Graduate Leadership Scholarship, established in 2020 to support master's degree candidates at the College. This year's recipients, Carmen "Kit" Lowery '26 (MPA) and Shelby Allen '25 (MBA '26), have used the scholarship to pursue leadership opportunities, internships, and real-world experiences shaping their careers in public service and marketing. The Dickersons' ongoing generosity is helping students overcome financial barriers and turn their academic and professional goals into reality.

Less than 2 weeks until CofC Night at The Joe! Join us on Thursday, June 11, for an all-inclusive evening with the RiverDogs in Murray’s Mezzanine. Your ticket includes food, beer, wine (21+), and non-alcoholic beverages. To purchase tickets: https://cofc-alumni.info/RiverDogsCofC26.

Hirona Matsuda ’07 is a local artist and the Director of Merchandising at Artist & Craftsman Supply in downtown Charleston. While at the College, she earned her BA in anthropology and art and joined the store as a part-time employee while studying sculpture, noting that “a huge part of my art education actually came from working at the store because you’re constantly talking to professional artists about what they’re doing in the studio.” The company was founded in Maine by a ceramic artist. Artist & Craftsman Supply has grown into one of the largest independent art supply retailers, with stores largely operated by working artists and focused on strong relationships with the creative community, including schools and organizations such as the Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art. In her role, Ms. Matsuda is committed to continuing that emphasis on connection and community building.

CofC Night at the Columbia Fireflies is back! Join fellow alumni, parents, and friends on Thursday, May 28, as the Fireflies take on the Charleston RiverDogs. Your discounted ticket includes a great seat, a complimentary Fireflies hat, and a $5 donation to the Alumni Association. Don’t forget to wear your CofC gear! To purchase tickets: https://cofc-alumni.info/CofCfireflies2026.

David Frederiksen ’93 recently released his novel The Beautiful Club, a coming-of-age story inspired by his freshman year at the College that follows the journey from move-in day in fall 1989 through the landfall of Hurricane Hugo. While at the College, he earned his BA in English and now serves as the Brand and Communications Manager at Golden Mean Health. Mr. Frederiksen and his wife, Julie, reside in Wilmington, NC, with their daughter.

Congratulations to our newest alumni who graduated this past weekend! The hard work of our undergraduate and graduate students has paid off as they enter a new chapter and officially become members of the College of Charleston Alumni Association. Welcome, Class of 2026! As you take your next steps, we’d love to hear what’s ahead, whether it’s a new job, graduate school, or a move to a new city. Keep us in the know by filling out our Class Note form, and don’t forget to come back and see us!

CofC is back at The Joe on Thursday, June 11, for our annual CofC Night at the RiverDogs, this year with a new twist in Murray’s Mezzanine covered patio near right field. Your ticket includes food, beer, wine (21+), and non-alcoholic beverages for a fun, all-inclusive night at the ballpark. To purchase tickets: https://cofc-alumni.info/RiverDogsCofC26.

This epic garden party brought thousands of alumni together to welcome the Class of ’26 into our Alumni Association family. A tradition since 1900, A Charleston Affair is more than an annual celebration; it’s coming home to the College. Check out the photo gallery by alumnus Clifford Pate ’08: https://cofc-alumni.info/ACA26PhotoGallery.