I’m sure you are all familiar with Starbucks and likely have one or two drinks that you are willing to pay an exorbitant amount of money for. I love their Frappuccinos, and I try to justify the caloric content by getting the “skinny option.” While these are great treats every once in a while, I…
Category Archives: Charleston
We Remember the Charleston 9
Saturday, June 18th marks the fourth anniversary of the deaths of nine brave Charleston firefighters. The fire started at approximately 7:00 p.m. at the Sofa Super Store on Savannah Highway in West Ashley, and firefighters arrived on the scene just three minutes after the alarm. In the Sofa Super Store blaze, a loading dock fire…
Poetry and Open Mic Night
If you’re in the market to try a new place downtown, East Bay Meeting Place could be right up your alley. Located in the French Quarter on East Bay St. just south of Queen St., this quaint little restaurant has both Charleston and European charm. It has a great selection of sandwiches for lunch, hot…
Book Signing
Sullivan’s Island, Shem Creek, Pawleys Island, Isle of Palms, Sullivan’s Island, Bulls Island. You’ve heard of all these places, right? But did you know they are also the titles and settings of just of few of Dorothea Benton Frank’s books? A New York Times bestselling author of 11 books, Frank was raised on Sullivan’s…
Reggae Nights
As grad students, the summer is supposed to be a time for us to relax and enjoy ourselves. However, sometimes it can be a daunting task to figure out what exactly to do with our nights off. Do we watch TV, sleep, read a book, go to the movies, go to a bar? Sometimes none…
Jazz Artists of Charleston
To me, jazz has always seemed like a type of music situated in a different era. I never really thought I could relate to it. But, as I have learned throughout life, I need to give things more of a chance. I have come to find that jazz is lively yet calming, and I have…
Sweetgrass Festival
We’ve all seen them. Most street corners in Charleston showcase men and women intricately weaving the baskets that are an integral part of Charleston’s unique history and culture. Oftentimes, little boys will run up to you trying to sell their sweetgrass flowers for just a few bucks. I, of course, am a sucker for putting…
Hey fellow grad students! My name is Megs Eichorn, and I am in the Masters of Environmental Studies Program. I am the new Recruiting Grad Assistant, and I am excited to be working with Niki to keep you up-to-date. If you’re anything like me, huge crowds of people can be incredibly overwhelming! But who can…
Join Grad Students for Charleston Pride
The Graduate Open Alliance is thrilled to be marching in the second annual Charleston Pride Festival Parade! Last year, there were thousands in attendance, and the GOA was featured in a news article in The Post and Courier. It was a huge success, and this year promises to be even bigger and better. There will be a…
North Charleston Arts Festival
The North Charleston Arts Festival begins today and runs through May 7. It’s a great celebration of the arts, featuring performances from national, regional and local performers, exhibitions, and activities. Many of the activities are held at the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, but they’re not limited there. The Arts Festival is spread throughout North…
