Author Archives: Reese Michaelson

Announcing HONORS IGNITE DAY: Friday, March 14th!

by Reese Michaelson

The College of Charleston Honors College is excited to announce Honors Ignite Day: Student Professional Development with a Future Focus!

The Event: Honors Ignite Day is an Honors exclusive student professional development-oriented event focused on giving you the tools to set up for your future. Students will have the opportunity to network with, hear from, and build relationships with top industry leaders and minds from a variety of fields.

Save the Date: Honors Ignite Day will be held on Friday, March 14th, from 2:00–6:00 p.m., followed by a networking reception for all attendees. We recommend setting the time aside on your calendar now; trust us, you won’t want to miss this!

Topics Will Include: Anything and everything to set you up for success! Learn and hear about polishing your resume and LinkedIn, grad/law/med school and post-grad job applications, elevator pitch tips, financing your post-grad plans, and so much more in a variety of formats, including:

Skills Development Workshops  •  Panel Discussions  •  Speed Networking  •  …and More!

Keep an eye out! More information—including how to register—will be coming your way soon!

Money Moves: Budget, Save, and Start Investing!

by Reese Michaelson

Register to attend Money Moves and learn all about how to make your money work for you!

The Event: In this special edition workshop, you’ll learn about the basics of budgeting, tools and tricks to personal finance, and how to start growing your money!

When & Where: This event will be…

  • On Wednesday, February 5th, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
  • In the Tate Center, Room 132

To Attend: Register using the QR code on the flyer or by clicking this link. Space is limited, so act fast!

Bonus: Students who register by Tuesday, February 4th will have lunch provided for them!

Register for USC’s Big Data Health Science Student Case Competition!

by Reese Michaelson

Registration for the University of South Carolina’s Big Data Health Science Student Case Competition, and a chance at a $5000 prize, is open!

Details: The USC Big Data Health Science Student Case Competition provides enthusiastic teams of graduate and/or senior undergraduate students with the opportunity to apply their knowledge to the analysis of big datasets in healthcare. Each participating team will analyze the case and datasets to be released on Friday, February 7th, 2025, at noon EST. During this period, team members will work together to present their methods, analyses, and results at the Big Data Health Science Center Case Competition virtually.

Charleston Excellence: Our CofC teams were the only undergraduate teams to make it to the finals for the past 2 years!

To Register: Go to this link to learn about the next steps. Registration is open until January 29th.

More information can be found at the above link.

Reserve Your Spot at Sundaes and Scholarships!

by Reese Michaelson

Come enjoy an Ice Cream Sundae while searching and applying for CofC, Local and National scholarships with guidance from Professors Cristy Landis and Lancie Affonso!

When & Where: This event will be…

  • On Wednesday, January 29th, from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m.
  • In Robert Scott Small, Room 131

To Attend: Participation will be restricted to 20 attendees for this drop-in event, so RSVP at this link ASAP to hold your spot!

Details: Guidance will be provided on finding scholarships, application “best practices” and communication tips when seeking recommendation letters. See you there!

Apply for the Gibbes Museum of Art Vibrant Leaders Development Program!

by Reese Michaelson

The Gibbes Museum of Art is looking for students to join their Vibrant Leaders Development Program for the summer of 2025!

The Program: A 40 hr/week, nine-week paid internship at Charleston’s only art museum, aiming to help students of color gain valuable insights, skills, and connections that pave the way for impactful careers in the museum field.

Benefits:

  • Get a 360-degree experience in an art museum context
  • Engage in one-on-one mentorship opportunities
  • Be introduced to a range of issues and activities involving planning, organization, finance, marketing, community-building, and more

Great Fit For: Students of color interested in exploring a career in the arts.

To Apply: Go to this link to apply. Applications are due February 23rd, and award recipients will be notified by April 1st.

Click here to learn more about the program.

January Financial Wellness Events

by Reese Michaelson

The College of Charleston Career Center is offering two exciting financial wellness related events this month!

Financial Wellness Workshop: Money Moves

  • Wednesday, January 22nd, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
  • In the Education Center, Room 103
  • Learn about budgeting and how to start growing your money!
  • Register using the QR code on the provided flyer

Financial Wellness Tabling: Invest in Knowledge

  • Wednesday, January 29th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • At Cougar Mall
  • Get a free financial wellness book and enjoy useful tips and hot drinks!
  • No registration required, just stop by!

For more information, contact Liz Cooper at cooperlk3@cofc.edu.

The Lonon Foundation Is Looking for a Nonprofit Fundraising and Community Outreach Intern

by Reese Michaelson

The Lonon Foundation is a local nonprofit and Honors Engaged partner organization that provides psychosocial and emotional resources for children impacted by a parent’s or caregiver’s cancer diagnosis.

The Opportunity: They are looking for a college student with an interest in nonprofit work, fundraising, and community outreach to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the field while making a meaningful contribution to their mission. As a Fundraising and Outreach Intern, you will assist with various tasks related to fundraising, donor engagement, and community outreach and advocacy.

Responsibilities Include: Research, community advocacy, donor communications, fundraising support, administrative tasks, and collaborative partnerships.

Details: This internship will take place during the spring semester, and be 5-7 hours per week. It’s largely remote, with occasional in-person meetings. It is unpaid and can count for college credit.

Qualifications: Strong written communication skills, detail-oriented, comfortable working in Google Workspace, genuine interest in nonprofit work and community impact, and an ability to work independently and collaboratively. Though not necessary, reliable transportation is recommended.

To Apply: Submit your resume and a one page cover letter explaining why you are interested in this internship and what skills you can bring to the role to annalonon@thelononfoundation.org. Applications are due by Monday, January 20th.

Learn more about the Lonon Foundation by clicking here.

Attend the National Collegiate Honors Council Civic Seminar on the Chesapeake Bay!

by Reese Michaelson

The National Collegiate Honors Council (NCHC) is hosting a Civic Seminar on the Chesapeake Bay next summer!

The Opportunity: This unique, ten-day field seminar offers a hands-on approach to understanding the complex issues facing North America’s largest estuary system. It’s designed to immerse students in real-world civic challenges like climate change, social justice, and the conservation of natural resources—essential issues relevant to both the Chesapeake Bay and coastal regions in general. This seminar is a fantastic opportunity for our students to engage in place-based learning, offering them a model to critically evaluate public issues and propose solutions that could apply to similar challenges in our own region.

When & Where: This seminar will be…

  • Over a ten day period, from May 31st, 2025, through June 9th, 2025
  • In Richmond, Virginia, and the surrounding Chesapeake Bay area

To Apply: Full details can be found at this link. Applications are due by February 2nd, 2025.

For complete information and contact information for any questions, head to the above link.