Teach the Teachers Seminar Hosted by the Center for Public Choice & Market Process

Teach the Teachers Seminar Hosted by the Center for Public Choice & Market Process

The Center for Public Choice & Market Process hosted a professional development seminar on Teaching Economics in South Carolina on Friday, September 20th. Ten educators representing multiple schools from the Charleston area gained valuable content knowledge and expertise toward meeting South Carolina standards regarding free enterprise in classroom instruction. Dr. Kim Holder, Director of the…

Accounting students named PCAOB Scholars

This year, College of Charleston students Yuli Colson and Irelend Burke received the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) scholarship for the 2024-25 academic year. Since 2011, the PCAOB has awarded scholarships to students pursuing auditing careers. Nominees must have high ethical standards, a strong interest in accounting, and a GPA of 3.3 or higher….

Last chance to register: Women for Women Summit 2024

The Women for Women Summit, presented by the School of Business, returns Thursday, October 10, 2024, at the Charleston Gaillard Center. Registration closes Thursday, Oct. 3. Speakers include: Lisa D. Cook, member of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Mary Thornley, Trident Technical College’s former fifth and longest-serving president, our 2024 Women of…

Reminder: GAI Fall 2024 Guest Speaker Series

Join the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning as we discuss the landscape of AI in higher education. In this series, leading experts will share both promises and challenges with AI, pushing us to consider how to ethically and effectively implement generative AI tools in administrative and instructional tasks. Each session will be followed…

ΓΝΩΘΙ ΣΑΥΤΟΝ

“Know Thyself” This ancient Greek maxim was famously inscribed at the Temple of Apollo at Delphi. It encourages self-awareness and understanding one’s own nature, limitations, and potential. This phrase has been interpreted in various ways throughout history, from knowing one’s place in society to understanding one’s soul and inner self. It’s a timeless reminder of…

Academic Advising Updates

From Chris Korey, Associate Provost for Student Success: Dear Deans, Chairs, Program Directors, I hope the semester has started well for you. I am writing to provide some updates to our advising process. We have made significant progress in meeting the goals that we began discussing more than a year and a half ago when…

MS in Accountancy Introduces Direct Admission Program

The Master of Science in Accountancy program is excited to introduce a direct admission program for current students majoring in accounting. This unique program is designed for qualified students who have shown a strong academic performance in their undergraduate coursework while at the College. As a direct admission candidate, students benefit from: Waived application fees…

SoB Brand Survey for Chance to win $50!

The School of Business is conducting a branding research survey to learn more about the School of Business brand. We want to hear from you! Please take this short, 5 min survey to help us gather valuable insights and improve our branding efforts. Students and Faculty who take the survey will be entered to win one…

Fall 2024 Headshot Days

The college is hosting an open call headshot day on **Tuesday, Oct. 1, from 2 pm–3:30 pm** (rescheduled date due to weather forecast) in the Cistern Yard for students, faculty, and staff. No reservations are needed. It is first come, first served, but the line moves quickly. Our Student Success Center is also hosting headshot sessions…

Updated Application Deadlines for Graduate Programs

The Department of Graduate and Executive Programs is excited to share programmatic alignment for our two business graduate programs, the one-year MBA and the MS in Accountancy. Beginning in this admissions cycle, enrolling in Fall 2025, both programs will follow a streamlined approach for application submission and review. Priority/Round One: October 1 Round Two: …

New publication acceptance for Kelley Cours Anderson and co-authors

Congratulations to Kelley Cours Anderson, assistant professor of marketing, on the acceptance of her latest article “Subordinated Service Environments: How Branding Can Create Unintentional Service Exclusion” in Journal of Services Marketing. Can we Transform Women’s Healthcare Services? Did you know that Women control 80% of healthcare spending decisions yet they often don’t get the healthcare…

AI for SMBs Conference

The School of Business is partnering with GCM, the global agency that shows businesses how to punch above their weight by leveraging off-the-shelf AI, for the AI for SMBs Conference taking place Tuesday, Sept. 17. Our colleague Iris Junglas, the Noah T. Leask Distinguished Professor of Information Management and Innovation, will be leading a practical…

Lead It Like Lasso

Quirks. That’s one of the many things that I liked about Ted Lasso. Each character had their own quirks. They are good at some things and not so good at others. They also have areas that make you say, “Hmm.” That sounds like real people to me. I like real people. Recently, I read Lead…

Beemok Hospitality Collection SLS: Building Future Leaders

The Beemok Hospitality Collection (BHC) Service Leadership Scholars (SLS) Program at the College of Charleston is dedicated to developing exceptional leaders in the hospitality industry. Designed as a series of intensive experiential learning engagements paired with individualized professional development—the program aims to enhance students’ relationship management skills, emotional intelligence, business acumen, and leadership insights. Meet…

Celebration of Life for our colleague, David Murray

On September 26, 2024, the School of Business will host a celebration of life for our colleague, David Murray. Our faculty, students, and staff are invited to gather with David’s family, neighbors, and colleagues. If you are able to attend, please RSVP using the link in the invitation.

Hilton representatives set to recruit on campus this month

We are thrilled to announce that this year, our students will have access to Hilton’s prestigious talent development programs, along with direct, on-campus recruiting opportunities. Hilton @ CofC Event Details: Reception: Open to all CofC students at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24th. Tabling: Hilton representatives will be available in the Beatty Atrium all day…

CAPP to become Academic Success and Retention Office

Originally sent by Jessica Zuber, Director and Dr. Chris Korey, Associate Provost I’m writing to inform you of an important update regarding the Center for Academic Performance and Persistence. After careful consideration and to better align with our mission and services, we are pleased to announce that our office will now be known as the…

Setting the Standard

In today’s polarized world, fostering an environment of civil discourse is more crucial than ever. We in the School of Business have a unique opportunity to set the standard for respectful and productive discussions. While pondering this, I asked Copilot to suggest some strategies to help achieve this goal: Model Respectful Behavior: Lead by example…

Upcoming AI Opportunities

Teaching with AI Faculty Small Group (Register by Sept. 9) How is AI like a free puppy? Find out by Registering HERE by September 9 for the CETL Faculty Small Group-Teaching with AI Fall meetings are on Wednesdays from 1:30-3:00 pm on Oct. 2, Oct. 16, Nov. 6, Nov. 20, and Dec. 4 via Zoom….

The Center for Student Learning is Open

Center for Student Learning services open for business Monday, September 2, including: Drop In Tutoring for Spanish, German, Math, Writing, Computer Science, Business, and Sciences Find Drop-In Schedules on the Hub By Appt Tutoring for World Languages and Selected Courses, including Music, Philosophy, Art History, Psychology, and Political Science, and Presentation Preparation Academic Coaching Drop In By Appt SI (Supplemental…