The Graduate School at the College of Charleston

Happy Friday CofC! Did you know that the University of Charleston Graduate School has its own blog? Be sure to check it out at the link below to see updates about students, alumni, faculty, and departmental news! blogs.cofc.edu/gradschool/

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Kick off the semester with the Graduate School at our Student Social!

Wrap up Graduate Education Week with the Graduate Student Social at Holy City Brewing on Friday, March 28th from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM! Come relax, mingle, and celebrate a week of growth and connection. See you there!

Thursday, March 27th is packed with great workshops! Join us for the Virtual Thesis Workshop from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, followed by the Job Search & Career Resources Workshop for Grad Students from 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (in Simons Center 152 & Virtual). Enhance your thesis!

Stop by the Graduate School table at Cougar Mall on Wednesday, March 26th, from 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM to learn more about Graduate School at the College with free coffee and donuts! See you there!

Kick off Graduate Education Week with Coffee & Conversations! Join us on Tuesday, March 25th, from 9am-4:30pm at the Starbucks in Addlestone Library. Then, head over to the Graduate Student Research Poster Session from 4-6pm at the SSMB, 202 Calhoun Street. See you there!

Get ready for Graduate Education Week! On Monday, March 27th, join us for a Thesis Workshop on Zoom from 1-2pm, followed by a Time Management Workshop from 3:30-4:30pm at Addlestone Library. Don’t miss out!

The Graduate School would like to highlight our Interim Dean, Dr. Keonya Booker! Dr. Booker was a guest speaker at the National Youth Advocacy & Resilience Conference last week.

Congratulations to EVSS student, Rachel Bares, on receiving the Zirzow Student Award! Keep up the good work, Rachel!

The 2025 Teacher Employment Expo was held on 2/28/25 at Trident Technical College. The event was hosted by CofC, Charleston Southern University, and The Citadel -- with nearly 100 districts in attendance! The School of Education showcased their high-quality graduate programs.

Hey Grad students! Looking for an internship? Look no more! The Division of Enrollment at the University of South Carolina Beaufort is looking for a Summer 2025 intern. They are still accepting applications!

Interested in the EVSS or MPA programs? Come check out their Prospective Student Day on March 18th! The event will be held from 4pm-5pm in the Addlestone Library. We hope to see you there!

Spring 2025 Career Exploration Fair is next week, on Tuesday, February 11 from noon-4pm at the Charleston Gaillard Center. Students can view the participating employers through their Handshake accounts! @CareerCOFC

This officially wraps up our highlights for Program Director Day! Our directors are shaping the future of education with passion, dedication, and leadership across all fields. The Graduate School is thankful for all of our amazing Program Directors #GetWithTheProgramCofC

Last but not least, Laura Turner is the Director of the Performing Arts Education program. With a passion for cultivating creativity and artistic expression, Laura empowers future educators to inspire the next generation of performers and artists. Thank you for everything you do!

Alba Ortiz is the Associate Director of the M.Ed. in Languages program. With a passion for language education and cultural understanding, Alba is dedicated to empowering future educators to teach and inspire students in diverse linguistic environments. Thank you for everything!

Shawn Morrison is the Associate Dean of the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs. With a deep commitment to fostering global understanding, Dr. Morrison leads efforts to enrich cultural exchange and prepare students for success in an interconnected world. Thank you!

Matthew Nowlin is the Director of the Public Administration program. With a dedication to public service and policy, Dr. Nowlin prepares students to lead with impact and drive positive change in communities and organizations. Thank you for everything you do #GetWithTheProgramCofC

Michael Lee is the Director of our Communication Program. With a focus on developing strong communicators, he inspires students to excel in a rapidly evolving media world. Dr. Lee’s leadership shapes the future of strategic communication. Thank you for everything you do, Dr. Lee!

William McCorkle is the Director of Teaching, Learning, & Advocacy. Passionate about empowering educators and advocating for inclusive learning, Dr. McCorkle works to create transformative educational experiences that support all students. Thank you for everything you do!