Did you know that we’re approaching the sesquicentennial of the start of the U.S. Civil War? That makes the topic surprisingly timely, and the scholarly conversation on Civil War history is rapidly increasing. As a matter of fact, our own Center for the Lowcountry and the Atlantic World is hosting a conference on race and labor…
Category Archives: Graduate Programs
Interested in a Master’s in Communication?
The Department of Communication has a great opportunity next week for undergraduates or working professionals interested in graduate study at the College of Charleston! The department is holding a graduate student informational panel on Wednesday, February 17 at 4 p.m. in 212 Beatty Center. The panel will feature graduate students currently enrolled in the program talking…
To friend or not to friend….
Mia is a candidate for our Master’s in Communication, and has recently brought to light the need for a list-serv in which our students can talk with each other. We are exploring opportunities and extend the offer to our current graduate students to utilize this blog as a resource until we find a solution. Mia…
In the Deep Blue Sea
Former MS Marine Biology students (Mercer Brugler and Eric Pante), and former professor Scot France, were featured in Science Magazine this week. Below is the full article, written by Elizabeth Pennisi which can be found here. The deep sea may not seem like a crucible of evolution. But, to the surprise of biologists, a new construction of…
Guest Blogger: Lisle Friedman
Yesterday, I introduced you to one of our newest guest bloggers, Elizabeth Dorrance. It is with great pleasure to introduce you to another, very talented graduate student. Lisle is in our Master of Science in Accountancy (MAC) program. Both women will share with you their experiences over the next semester, so be sure to stay…
NOAA Coastal Management Fellowship
Did you know that we constantly update Fellowship, Grant, Scholarship, and Job opportunities on the Paying for Grad School section of our website? We add opportunities that apply to every graduate program on a regular basis, so be sure to check it often! Occasionally, we receive opportunities that are so exciting that we post them…
Weekly MPA Newsletter
Below is the weekly letter from MPA graduate assistant, Matthew Irwin. Hello everyone! Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday season! Students and faculty, good luck returning to classes today! Welcome to all the new MPA students starting this semester, as well! Here comes the news… NEW INFORMATION: The MPASA will meet…
Graduate Student Research Poster Session
Exams are nearly over, nearly 70 College of Charleston graduate students will receive their master’s degree this Saturday, and the holiday season is in full swing. I hope you are enjoying your December, and that you did/do well on your exams. If you missed the original and extended deadlines for submitting your proposal for the…
Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
Our Associate Dean, Dr. David Owens, recently made us aware of this excellent opportunity available to our graduate students who are interested in marine policy. Here are the details: Call for 2011 Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship Applications Dear Colleagues and Students: The South Carolina Sea Grant Consortium invites qualified students to submit applications to…
What should you do with your life?
When I was in Florida, I had a long conversation with a student about her career aspirations and the multitude of choices she saw before her. While I hope she walked away feeling a little more energized about graduating and exploring her new life, I know she’s not the only Junior or Senior out there…
