An influencer. That’s what Xandre Clementsmith ’21 desires to become. But not in the brand-ambassador sense of the term. This rising sophomore in the Honors College is bent on finding ways he can make the world a better place through strategic implementation of artificial intelligence (AI). Clementsmith isn’t your average undergraduate. He’s a triple major in data […]
Each spring, recent graduates from the College spread out far and wide to make their mark upon the world. This year, three of them will be doing that as Fulbright award recipients. Spanish and communication double major Camila Bailey, marine biology major James Peyla, and Spanish and international studies double major Nicki Meighan – all 2018 graduates – each applied for and received the distinction of […]
Three College of Charleston students have been named Goldwater Scholars, one of the nation’s highest honors for undergraduates studying science, technology, engineering or mathematics. Biochemistry major Alexandra Schwartz and chemistry majors John Cobb and Alyssa Johnson were among the 240 undergraduates to be honored by the Barry Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education Foundation for their studies. […]
Two College of Charleston students have earned nationally competitive awards that will help fund their graduate studies abroad. Chelsea Roland and Ellie Flock have each been awarded Rotary Ambassadorial Global Grants. These grants are sponsored by the regional Rotary Club district and are intended for students who will pursue advanced degrees leading to sustainable, high-impact outcomes […]
Two undergraduates within the Honors College at the College of Charleston have received coveted oceanic and atmospheric research scholarships. Kacey Hirshfeld and James Peyla were named 2016 Hollings Scholars by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship is named in honor of the former governor and U.S. senator from South Carolina. Beyond […]
Whether you’re in your first year or your fifth, there’s an opportunity here for you. Use the navigation toolbar above to explore relevant awards opportunities, but look ahead a few years as well. The most prestigious national awards that you might apply for during your Senior year–think Rhodes, Fulbright, Marshall–take years of strategic preparation and […]
Four College of Charleston students have been awarded Fulbright grants in the 2016 Fulbright U.S. Student Program competition. Of the record 32 students who submitted applications through the College’s Office of Nationally Competitive Awards, 15 semifinalists made it through the National Screening Committee, and four were named alternates. This impressive showing was made possible by the […]
The Office of Nationally Competitive Awards is hosting a series of information sessions where we will discuss Fulbright and other major fall awards, including Marshall, Rhodes, and National Science Foundation Graduate Fellowships. While we will also touch upon awards suitable for all level such as the Critical Language Scholarship, the focus will be on awards […]
Thursday, November 6, 3:00-4:00 Berry 104 Sophomores and Juniors! Please join us for information sessions about the Goldwater and Hollings scholarships for science and math. The College has had great success with these awards in the past. The Goldwater has a mandatory internal process, so you must be nominated through CofC’s Office of Nationally Competitive Awards. The […]
This year marks the first time the College of Charleston has had two graduates living, learning, and working abroad as Fulbright Scholars. Sytske Hillenius ’12, who graduated with a double major in arts management and music, and Lauren Fuess ’12, a graduate in marine biology, earned prestigious Fulbright Scholarships while attending the College. Hillenius is […]