AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEducation & Assessment: Winthrop and Clemson are leaning on NSSE results to tighten undergraduate competencies and make campus learning goals more measurable, showing how South Carolina colleges are turning student engagement into a system. Local Degrees: Pickens County colleges conferred 8,522 degrees and certificates in 2023-24, while Richland County reported 11,451 awards—both counts reflect credentials, not individual students. Arts & Community: The SC Arts Commission sped up a decision on funding for two LGBTQ+ arts groups, as Columbia also marked the legacy of Harriet Hancock, a longtime LGBTQ+ rights champion who died at 89. Public Safety: SC Attorney General warns students and families about overdose risks after two deaths at Ole Miss, noting kratom may be contaminated with hard-to-detect synthetic opioids. Schools Governance: A hearing is set for Charleston County school trustee Darlene Dunmeyer-Roberson, following an executive order. Culture & Food: A guide breaks down the many colors of barbecue sauce, from tomato reds to mustard yellows, while a Mumbai food tour spotlights chef-driven street-food culture. Skywatch: South Carolina stargazers can catch the Harvest Moon peak this weekend, with Saturn nearby for telescope views.
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