CCU Spadoni College of Education & Social Sciences

Where can our M.Ed. in Counseling take you? From classrooms to communities, the opportunities to drive change are limitless! See the data below on how our graduate program prepares you for a rewarding career supporting others. ✨

📝 Congratulations to Dr. Nicole Arcuri-Sanders on her recently published blog post with the South Carolina Counseling Association!

In Sweltering in the Heat: Supporting Clients in the Space Between Awareness and Action, she explores a critical aspect of counseling practice: supporting clients who recognize the need for change but are not yet ready to take the next step. The article highlights the importance of counselor presence, patience, and support during this often-challenging stage of growth.

Read it here: https://www.sccounselor.org/post/sweltering-in-the-heat-supporting-clients-in-the-space-between-awareness-and-action

Congratulations to Damaris Hurt (Middle Level Education '26 and former CCU Teaching Fellows member) on her new position at Ocean Bay Middle School!

Welcome to our newest 6th grade team member!! CCU Spadoni College of Education & Social Sciences

A huge congratulations to Dr. Tiffany Hollis, who was honored with the Friend of Education Award from The SCEA, recognizing her commitment to supporting educators, students, and education across South Carolina.

We see the difference she makes every day, and we're so proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition! 🎉🏆

Congratulations, Marguerite!

Reaching a major milestone in a Ph.D. journey 🎓

As a Ph.D. student in Education Sciences, Marguerite O'Brien is spending the summer focused on writing, research, and preparing for comprehensive exams while completing her final course, PHDE 801: Community Education Engagement.

With an undergraduate degree in International Studies and a Master of Social Work, Marguerite brings a strong foundation to her doctoral work. Recently, her dedication to the field has through induction as a Fellow of the American College Health Association and receiving the Bohmann Award from the Southern College Health Association.

Even in the midst of this demanding work, Marguerite is intentional about balanc, mirroring her research on mindfulness and reflective practice.

It’s exciting to see students reaching milestones like this while continuing to grow, contribute, and make an impact in higher education.

Congratulations, Dr. Ye!

We are thrilled to congratulate Min Ye, Ph.D., for achieving the Quality matters (QM) course certification for POLI 101: Introduction to World Politics on June 9, 2026 in the CCU Spadoni College of Education & Social Sciences! Join us in celebrating Min's dedication and commitment to excellence in online education!

The celebration rolls on! 🎉 Thank you for the daily impact you make in our classrooms, schools, and digital spaces.

A great article on an amazing experience for students in our archaeology field research course!

🎉 Congratulations to our students recognized on the Spring 2026 Dean's and President's Lists! 📚✨ View the complete lists: http://bit.ly/spadonilists.

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