South Carolina State University Night will feature Vice President Wesson in a Town Hall meeting with prospective students, their parents, alumni, and others interested in an academic career at the University. Dr. Wesson, a distinguished academician and researcher, will speak to how students can get involved in research at SC State by highlighting the interdisciplinary work of student and faculty researchers and the excellent programs and opportunities at SC State. Under Dr. Wesson's leadership, the university has exceeded more than half of its 2010-11 goal of $29.3 million in funding, which supports research and scholarship in a wide-range of studies such as nuclear engineering, transportation, education, business, chemistry, and biological sciences.

SC State University Night will bring the University Admissions and Enrollment Office to this event. Following Dr. Wesson's Town Hall, Assistant Vice President Antonio Boyle and team will advise and conduct application and acceptance activities with parents and student, providing acceptance letters onsite. Parents and students will be able to obtain information on programs, scholarships and financial aid, and especially local scholarship options with the Greater Columbia alumni association.

Greater Columbia Chapter SC State University Night invites high school students and their parents, technical college students, prospective graduate students, and others who show interest in an academic career at South Carolina State University. School administrators, guidance counselors, alumni, and supporters within the community who identify and nurture these promising students are also encouraged to attend.

For alumni and supporters, University Night will engage officials to learn more about current and upcoming research initiatives, giving, etc.

Event Date and Location
South Carolina State University Night
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Marriot Hotel - Downtown
1200 Hampton Street
Columbia, SC 29201

Students should bring the following:

• High school transcript
• SAT or ACT score
• List of senior courses for this academic year

Sign-up and Download Flyer

• REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!

• DOWNLOAD the event flyer.
• Apply to SC State University online!

Event Schedule

• 5:30PM - Check-In and Packet Pick-Up for all Participants

• 6:00PM - Program Opening

• 6:15PM - Town Hall with Dr. G. Dale Wesson, SCSU Vice President of the Division of Research, Economic Development and Public Service and the Executive Director of the 1890 Research & Extension

• Breakout Sessions

  • 6:45PM - Parents & Students Meeting with Mr. Antonio Boyle, SCSU Admissions
  • 6:45PM - Alumni meeting with Dr. Wesson and Mr. Holloman
  • 7:45PM - Closing

About Dr. G. Dale Wesson
A registered professional engineer, Dr. Wesson gained a decade of industrial experience while working as a senior supervisor at Dow Chemical's Heat Transfer Fluids plant in Midland, Michigan. He was recognized among world-class engineers and scientists when selected a National Nuclear Security Administration's Massie Chair of Excellence in Engineering in 2010. He is the author of more than 50 combined journal publications and technical presentations and has served on numerous boards. For his contributions to chemical engineering, in 2009, Dr. Wesson received the National Organization of Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers' (NOBCChE) Chemical Engineering award and, in 2008, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers' (AIChE) named him as one of the top Black Eminent Chemical Engineers at their 100th anniversary meeting.

South Carolina State University Night will present SC State University Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs, Dr. Charles N. Smith, as keynote speaker. Vice President Smith will address the audience with open dialogue in a Town Hall format.

This program will be designed to provide details on the academic programs, scholarships and student life at SC State University, applying for admission to SC State University, SC State's many programs of excellence and retention that enrich students' academic preparation within and beyond the classroom and curriculum, and how the University provides opportunities for its students to intern and gain full-time employment with its partners.

Greater Columbia Chapter SC State University Night invites high school students and their parents, technical college students, prospective graduate students, and others who show interest in an academic career at South Carolina State University. School administrators, guidance counselors, alumni and supporters within the community who identify and nurture these promising students are also encouraged to attend.

About Dr. Charles N. Smith
Dr. Smith was born in Petersburg, Virginia. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology and a Master's of Science Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia and later the Ed.D in Higher Education Administration from Virginia Polytechnic and State University in Blacksburg, Virginia

He was most recently Vice President for Student Affairs at Alabama State University. Before joining Alabama State University, Dr. Charles N. Smith previously served as the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs at Delaware State University; Associate Vice President for Student Development and Director of Athletics at Chicago State University; Assistant Provost and Dean of Student Development at Chicago State University; Assistant Provost for Student Development and Community Relations at Chicago State University; Special Assistant to the Provost for Minority Student Services and Retention at George Mason University; Coordinator of Retention at George Mason University; Assistant Professor of Psychology and Director of Special Services at Gulf Coast Community College; and Assistant Professor of Honor Students and Director of Student special Services at Saint Paul's College.

His accomplishments include: First Novel, second book published February 2005; First book published May 2003; He has received Certification of Completion for the Kellogg Leadership Program (July 2004); Certification of Completion for the Harvard IEM Program National Service Award from AAHE Black Caucus (2003, 2004).

In addition to his educational accomplishments he is also the author of four books, "On The Sideline Or In The Game" published in 2002; "A Funeral A Wedding and The Journey Between" published in 2005; "The Last Shall Be The First" published in September 2008; and just published "This Morning My Father Died... So What?".

This is an exciting book that focuses on the election and the fact that Senator Obama made history by becoming the first Black American to win a major party nomination for candidacy for President of the United States. It also tells of the struggle of so many Black people who fought against all odds to become the first in their fields of study, sport, and/or profession. ...America elected the first Black American as President Barack Obama.

SC State University Night features

• Meet accomplished academician, Dr. Smith, in a Town Hall and engage him in discussion of the phenomenal SCSU student enrollment projections under his leadership.
• Learn of opportunities for all students, especially new initiatives and financial aid packages.
• Learn how to become a benefactor by making donations, legacy pledges or gifts-in-kind that you can award and name in your name, a parent/child name, a program name, or an Endowed Chair.
• Meet Mr. Pinson, Chair of the SCSU Board of Trustees and engage him in discussion of the University and Alumni concerns.
• Receive information on scholarships, summer programs and internships, and more.

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!

Location
Marriot Hotel - Downtown
1200 Hampton Street; Columbia, SC 29201

Event Schedule

• 5:30PM - Check-In and Packets Pick-Up for all Participants

• 6:00PM - Program Opening

• 6:15PM - Town Hall with Dr. Charles N. Smith, SCSU Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs

Breakout Sessions

• 6:45PM - Parents & Students Meeting with Mr. Antonio Boyle, SCSU Admissions

• 6:45PM - Alumni Meeting with Mr. Jonathan Pinson, Chair, SCSU Board of Trustees
  

• 6:45PM - Benefactors Meeting with Mr. Anthony Holloman, Vice President for SCSU Institutional Advancement

• 7:45PM - Closing

South Carolina State University (Academics) Night will present SC State University Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Joyce Ann Blackwell, as keynote speaker. Vice President Blackwell will address the audience with open dialogue in a Town Hall format.

Greater Columbia Chapter presents South Carolina State University (Academics) Night BULLDOG WEEK, September 15, 2010

This program is designed to provide details on the academic programs and scholarships that are available at SC State University, applying for admission to SC State University, SC State's many programs of excellence that enrich students' academic preparation within and beyond the classroom and curriculum, and how the University provides opportunities for its students to intern and gain full-time employment with its partners.

This program will highlight exemplary teaching, learning, research, scholarship, service, and career opportunities in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering; Education, Humanities and Social Sciences; Business & Applied Professional Sciences; Graduate Studies/Extended Studies; and the newly unveiled Honors College.

• More than 50 degree and certificate programs
• Undergraduate and graduate studies
• Faculty and students research and publications
• Office of Student Retention and Success, which helps new and returning students become successful in their academic careers
• Weekend College; Continuing Education Program Offering Online Courses; etc.

See the SCSU Academic Affairs Newsletter and the SCSU Newsletter.
SCSU Academics Night Registration
Download Academics Night Flyer for
School Districts, Administrators, Guidance, Teachers, Directors, Parents, Prospective Graduate Students, Etc.

This program will highlight the important role of students upon graduation and how local alumni Chapters are advocates for current students, SC State University and their communities.

Greater Columbia Chapter SC State University Night invites high school students and their parents, technical college students, prospective graduate students, and others who show interest in an academic career at South Carolina State University. School administrators, guidance counselors, alumni and supporters within the community who identify and nurture these promising students are also encouraged to attend.

SCSU Admissions Director, Mr. Antonio Boyle, and staff will be prepared to offer onsite acceptance letters and scholarships to students who meet the criteria. Additionally, prospective students will be invited to apply for academic and need-based scholarships awarded by the Greater Columbia Chapter.

South Carolina State University Night will present SC State University Vice President Anthony Holloman of the Division of Institutional Advancement, and the SCSU Office of Admissions. Vice President Holloman will address the audience with open dialogue in a Town Hall format.

This program is designed to provide details on the types of scholarships that are available at SC State University, applying for admission to SC State University, SC State's many programs of excellence that enrich students' academic preparation within and beyond the classroom and curriculum, and how the University provides opportunities for its students to intern and gain full-time employment with its partners. This program will highlight the important role of students upon graduation and how local alumni Chapters are advocates for current students, SC State University and their communities.

SCSU Admissions Director Mr. Antonio Boyle and staff are prepared to offer onsite acceptance letters and scholarships to students who meet the criteria. Additionally, prospective students will be invited to apply for academic and need-based scholarships awarded by the Greater Columbia Chapter. These $1000 scholarships are awarded to freshmen and returning students.