Lee Gill: The story behind Clemson University’s chief diversity officer
Lee Gill's first week as chief diversity officer at Clemson University was marked by student protests at Sikes Hall.
Black History Month
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Remembering integration: Students recall Greenville’s pivotal moment 50 years ago
When Greenville schools reopened on Feb. 17, 1970, some 58,000 students and 2,000 teachers and 105 schools had been integrated. But the move was far from seamless.
Museums commemorate 50th anniversary of school integration
The Upcountry History Museum and Children's Museum of the Upstate are hosting special events on Feb. 17 to celebrate the 50th anniversary of school integration in Greenville County.
For Tez Sherard, keeping the beat is a family thing
There are few sights on the Upstate music scene more familiar or welcome than Tez Sherard sitting behind his drums with a smile on his face, laying down beats for any number of bands.
Joseph Vaughn broke Furman’s color barrier
“Being connected to him as a family member is incredibly humbling,” Marcus Tate says. “I’m very grateful to have an example that’s in the bloodline.
Changing lives one conversation at a time
Tanglewood Middle School principal is one of youngest in Greenville County