A Legacy of Innovative Learning
In the last installment of our Innovative Learning series, MUSC neurosurgeon Dr. Nathan Rowland had just agreed to work with College of Charleston Honors students in the Neurosurgery Undergraduate Training and Innovation Program – a decision inspired by his own encounter with Muhammad Ali. In this last installment, we learn how this student-led program has impacted the lives of CofC students, the surgical team at MUSC and the careers of many health care workers to come.
Scholarship Celebrates Alum's Determination, Magnetism and Humility
Johnny Wactor '09, who was tragically killed in 2024, had a passion for living that he shared with everyone he met.
A First-Gen Honors Student's Amazing (and Fast!) Journey at CofC
Kyle Barretto, a first-generation college student, graduated with a perfect GPA in just three years – and that's the least impressive thing he's done during his time at the College!
SNIP, Sip, Save: Insta Happy Hour Scene
Five CofC communication students designed a social media brand to help young adults in Charleston frugally enjoy the city’s sipping scene.
Latest News
Class of 2025 Celebrated at Saturday Commencement Ceremony
The School of the Arts and the School of Business celebrated their 2025 graduates at the commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 10.
Class of 2025 Celebrated at Friday Commencement Ceremonies
Two commencement ceremonies were held at the College of Charleston on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Campus Life
Pay it Forward: Supporting Innovative Learning
In the first installment of our Innovative Learning series, MUSC neurosurgeon Dr. Nathan Rowland had just met the late great Muhammad Ali, who suffered from Parkinson’s disease, and who inspired not just his career, but his work with College of Charleston Honors students in the Neurosurgery Undergraduate Training and Innovation Program. In this installment, we follow three CofC students into Rowland’s OR, where he is performing a deep brain stimulation surgery on a patient with Parkinson’s disease.
CofC Podcast: A Year in Review with President Hsu
Join the "Speaking of ... College of Charleston" podcast for the latest episode featuring President Andrew T. Hsu.
Academics
Geology Major Named Goldwater Scholar
Junior Ashley Grant is the first College of Charleston geology major to receive the Barry Goldwater Scholarship.
Phi Beta Kappa Society Names CofC Junior 'Key Into Public Service Scholar'
Jakob Highducheck is one of 20 students nationwide selected as a Key into Public Service Scholar by the Phi Beta Kappa Society.
Alumni
Achievements Celebrated at Graduate School Commencement Ceremony
Master's degree and graduate certificate candidates gathered in the historic Sottile Theatre on Thursday, May 8, 2025, for the Graduate School commencement ceremony.
Class of 2025 Ready to Take on the World
The College of Charleston Class of 2025 is primed and ready to take on the next chapter of their journey!
Media Coverage
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