College of Charleston Alumni

🎁 Our Winter Holidays Sale is now live! Browse the full CofC Alumni Gift Shop catalog here: bit.ly/CofCAlumniGS Now through Thursday, Dec. 19, enjoy 20% off your entire purchase when you use code 'HOLIDAY20' at checkout. Purchase your items by noon on Thursday to ensure their arrival by the 25th. Here’s to celebrating the season, CofC style! 🐾

Celebrate the season with school spirit! 🎁✨ Explore personalized gifts from our official partner, M.LaHart & Co. Order now to ensure delivery in time for Christmas and make someone's holiday extra special! cofc-alumni.info/MLaHartHoliday24

Over 50 Charlotte CofC Club alumni, parents, and friends gathered at The Pump House in Rock Hill this evening to celebrate the holiday season. Guests savored delicious cuisine while CofC Provost Suzanne Austin highlighted exciting academic milestones, including new degree programs, strengthened collaboration with MUSC, and the College’s selection to host a new Phi Beta Kappa Chapter—an honor awarded to fewer than 10% of universities. A fantastic time was had by all! Please tag yourself and your friends in the photos.

Did you know that Charleston Candle Co. makes a candle scent exclusively for the Alumni Association? It features tea olive and jasmine, both predominant plants on campus. These 4 oz. and 9 oz. candles make for the perfect gifts this holiday season! Purchase yours online in the Alumni Gift Shop here: bit.ly/CofCAlumniGS Be sure to order your items by noon on Thursday, Dec. 19, for arrival by the 25th.

Are you searching for the perfect gift for someone who loves the College? Select an item from the Cistern Oak Collection so they can carry a piece of the College’s rich history wherever they go: bit.ly/CofCAlumniGS In 2016, after standing tall for nearly 100 years in Cistern Yard, a majestic Laurel Oak fell to the ground. That’s when alumna and designer Katie Kozar Thompson ’09 stepped in. She volunteered to cure and use the wood from the fallen tree to create a collection of objects to display our pride in our alma mater. Thus, the Cistern Oak Collection was born—handcrafted and rooted in tradition.

Order your items by noon on Thursday, Dec. 19, for arrival by the 25th.

More than 80 New York City alumni, parents, and friends joined CofC President Andrew Hsu for a sparkling evening of warm camaraderie and holiday spirit at the Célon Lounge in the Bryant Park Hotel. Guests savored exquisite cuisine, enjoyed a premium open bar, and shared in the joy of the season. Tag yourself and your friends in the photos!

Give the gift of elegance and good taste this holiday season with a College of Charleston tie by Ben Silver! Shop the CofC Alumni Gift Shop here: bit.ly/CofCAlumniGS Custom designed by both alumni and Ben Silver’s expert designers, each tie is handmade from the finest English silk and embodies traditional Ben Silver styling and workmanship. Available in regular and long lengths, these neckties truly represent the spirit of the College’s rich history. Place your order by noon on Thursday, Dec. 19, for arrival by the 25th.

CofC alumna Eliza Kassebaum ’17 has been featured in 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘒𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘢𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘶𝘵𝘰𝘳—the official publication of the Kansas County and District Attorneys Association—for her work as an Assistant County Attorney for the Ford County Attorney’s Office. Since September of 2020, she has successfully prosecuted criminal, CINC, juvenile offender, and care and treatment cases for the county. Ms. Kassebaum earned her BA in psychology from the College in 2017 and her JD from the University of Kansas School of Law in 2020. She says the most rewarding part of her job is positively impacting her community by reuniting families and protecting victims. Ms. Kassebaum married Austin Hrencher in September, and the couple resides in Dodge City, KS. She recently made a gift in support of the CofC Fund.

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Nearly 100 Washington-area alumni, parents, students, and friends came together for a festive evening with CofC President Andrew Hsu at China Chilcano by José Andrés last night. Washington CofC Club President Tyler Tilghman '13 kicked off the event, where guests enjoyed flavorful Asian-Peruvian cuisine, Pisco cocktails, and top-notch service. President Hsu shared exciting updates, including record-breaking application numbers for next fall and CofC’s prestigious selection to host a Phi Beta Kappa chapter—an honor held by fewer than 10% of universities. A wonderful time was had by all! Be sure to tag yourself and your friends in the photos!

Do you have College of Charleston alumni on your gift list? Make it a holly jolly CofC holiday with an item from the Southern Tide CofC Collection!: bit.ly/CofCAlumniGS 🧑‍🎄 From polos and hats to pullovers and quarter-zips, you'll find something for every season and occasion. The Alumni Gift Shop at Towell Library is open from 10 am-4 pm, M-F, for in-person shopping or in-person pickup through Dec. 19. Online orders should be placed by noon on Thursday, Dec. 19, for arrival by the 25th. Happy shopping!

Long-term care planning can be complicated. You need to consider your overall health, financial circumstances, and your personal preferences. A trusted advisor can help you work through tough decisions. Meyer and Associates' advisors are ready to help answer your questions and help you purchase coverage. www.cofc.meyerandassoc.com/blog/long-term-care/long-term-care-planning-is-personal/ The CofC Alumni Association has worked with Meyer and Associates since 1993 to offer great insurance products at group rates to alumni of the College.

🎁 Are you in search of the perfect gift for a current student or alumnus of the College this holiday season? Look no further than the official CofC ring by Balfour! https://bit.ly/theCofCRing The ring, which features the seal of the College of Charleston, dates back to 1843. Available in yellow gold, white gold, and silver, be sure to purchase yours by this Sunday, Dec. 15, so the recipient of your gift is able to participate in the Ring Ceremony at Sottile Theatre on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. Learn more about this cherished tradition here: https://bit.ly/theCofCRing

The CofC Alumni Association is proud to sponsor the 2025 Black Food Truck Festival, coming April 25-27 to the Exchange Park Fairgrounds in Ladson, SC! https://www.blackfoodtruckfestival.com/ Founded in 2021 by College of Charleston alumnus Marcus Hammond ’09, this year’s festival will include 50+ of the finest Black-owned food trucks in the Southeast, non-stop music and entertainment, bars, a cigar lounge, and a dedicated kids zone, making it the perfect destination for families and guests of all ages. Early-bird tickets are on sale now for $15 per person. Purchase yours now and get excited for good times filled with family, food, and fun!: cofc-alumni.info/BFTF2025

🎄Vote for the CofC Alumni Association Tree at the Festival of Trees at The Charleston Place!🎄 Show your Cougar pride by casting your vote here: cofc-alumni.info/FestivalofTrees2024 Better yet, visit The Charleston Place at 205 Meeting Street to see our stunning tree in person and revel in the holiday spirit. ✨

Our tree proudly displays iconic CofC landmarks, including Randolph Hall, Porter’s Lodge, the Bishop Robert Smith House, the Avery Institute, Sottile House, and the St. Philip Gate—all beloved symbols of Cougar heritage. 🎁 The winners will be announced in January. Help us shine bright this holiday season—thank you, Cougars! 🐾❤️

Want to purchase your own CofC ornaments? Visit the Alumni Gift Shop: https://cofc-alumni.info/Ornaments

Former Cougar Women’s Basketball guard Nola Henry ’17 has been named the Head Coach of Rose Basketball Club, part of the newly formed Unrivaled 3v3 basketball league featuring 36 of the top female athletes in the game. A native of Willingboro, NJ, she earned her BS in sociology from the College before joining the University of Hartford Women’s Basketball program as a Graduate Assistant. Ms. Henry most recently served as an Assistant Coach for the Los Angeles Sparks of the WNBA. Her team’s first test comes on Friday, Jan. 17, as Rose BC will play against Aliyah Boston and Vinyl Basketball Club. The game will tip off at 8:15 pm ET and can be viewed on TNT. Best of luck this season, Coach Henry!

Taryn Barbot Tallies 35 Points, Leads Cougars in Victory over Charleston Southern - College of Charleston Athletics CHARLESTON, S.C.- The College of Charleston women's basketball team defeated crosstown rival Charleston Southern 86-45 on Tuesday evening inside the Buccaneer Fieldhouse.