Just over a month ago, all public agencies, including SC State, lost 3 percent of their budget. The state of South Carolina is experiencing the socio-economic ills of the day including mortgage calamities, escalating unemployment and rising gas prices. At SC State, it is evident that the problems in the economy have trickled down to the students. ThinkPad computers that are loaned to business and honor students each semester are now unavailable. (1) comment
In the midst of the economic crisis sweeping the nation, SC State will host executive speaker Jackie Slayton to discuss the topic "The Housing Industry - Better Controls and Risk Management are Key to Solving the Current Crisis." The event that will be held Wed, Oct. (0) comments
Superstar recording artist and actor Bow Wow is showing his support for the nation's upcoming elections with a voter registration initiative, "Walk Across America." As part of the initiative, Bow Wow will make a stop at SC State University. (0) comments
Are scholarships being cut? If so, who will be affected? What can the students and alumni do about it? Scholarships are not being cut yet, according to Student Government Association President, Whitney McCrea. With the economy being in such a downfall and state-wide budget cuts affecting SC State's, scholarships being cut is somewhat inevitable. (0) comments
In a bold bid to revive President Bush's multibillion-dollar financial rescue plan, Senate leaders scheduled a vote for Wednesday night on a version of the bill that adds substantial tax cuts meant to appeal to Republicans when it reaches the House. The goal is to net at least 12 more House votes than the rescue proposal received Monday, when lawmakers rocked the political and financial worlds by rejecting it. (0) comments
As Congress scrambles to bail out financial markets on Wall St and students reluctantly adjust to the uncertain reality of budget cuts, a clichéd "crisis of immense proportions" has gone virtually ignored by the average U.S citizen. In Haiti, it is a matter of life or death. (0) comments
If you are attending college to make a better future for yourself, there is a question that you must answer. Do you know how to compete for the best jobs? Well, let me give you a better idea of what is needed. Since recruiters and employers only know what you give them, you must work very hard to give them strong and positive reasons to interview you, refer you on to the next step and eventually hire you. (0) comments