On January 30, 2012, the first cohort of young males from AMIKids Beaufort started the Welding Certificate Program at the through the Continuing Education Division of the Technical College of the Lowcountry. Beaufort Marine Institute, now AMIKids Beaufort, was started in Beaufort in 1985 by seven locals who saw the need for a facility to redirect young men who … Continue reading
Beaufort, S.C. – The Technical College of the Lowcountry will host “Gospel Fest” Thursday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m. in the MacLean Hall (building 12) auditorium at the Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road. The event is free and open to the public and will feature the TCL Gospel Choir and performances from other local choirs and soloists. The event … Continue reading
TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY ENTERPRISE CAMPUS AUTHORITY MacLean Hall Board Room – Beaufort Campus 8 a.m., Tuesday, February 21, 2012 AGENDA Call to Order Review of Enterprise Campus Formulation Progress Other Business Adjournment TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY AREA COMMISSION MEETING MacLean Hall Board Room – Beaufort Campus Tuesday, February 21, immediately … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Division of Continuing Education will offer a series of photography classes taught by professional photographers. Classes will be appropriate for beginners through advanced, as noted, and will be held in February and March. Digital Photography Basics: “The Art and Science of Snapshotology” Bring any digital camera and learn the basics of getting a … Continue reading
BEAUFORT, S.C. – The Technical College of the Lowcountry will offer a free financial aid workshop for college-bound students Saturday, February 18, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the MacLean Hall Student Center at the Beaufort Campus on 921 Ribaut Road. The “College Goal South Carolina” workshop is designed to help any and all college-bound students and their … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Commission meeting that was scheduled for 8 a.m., Tuesday, February 14 has been rescheduled to 8 a.m., Tuesday, February 21. An agenda will be distributed closer to that date. The Technical College of the Lowcountry is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified applicants for admissions or employment … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Division of Continuing Education will offer a veterinary assistant course at the TCL New River Campus in Bluffton. The 36-hour certification course will be held from 3 to 6 p.m., Tuesdays, February 21 through May 8. Cost is $619. As the number of veterinarians grows to meet the demand for veterinary care, so will the … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will host a college fair from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., Wednesday, February 8 in the MacLean Hall Student Center at the Beaufort Campus. The event is free and open to the public. In addition to TCL, four-year institutions from around the state and beyond will provide information about transferring and/or enrolling. Participants … Continue reading
Beaufort, S.C – The Technical College of the Lowcountry will host its annual Mather School Alumni Celebration and Bell Ringing Ceremony Friday, February 17, 2012, in the MacLean Hall Student Center on the Beaufort campus at 921 Ribaut Road. A reception will begin at noon, and the formal program will begin at 1:00 p.m. The Mather School was located … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Division of Continuing Education will offer a series of basic computer courses in February and March at the Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road. Internet and Email Wednesday, February 15, 6 to 9 p.m. Cost is $49. The Internet is a vastly growing source of information with numerous services available. Do you know what you … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Division of Continuing Education will offer several classes in February and March on social media, e-books and eBay. Social Media, the very basics This course will teach students how to use the major new tools in social media with a focus on best and most efficient use. Students will learn how to use … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold two open houses in February to highlight its programs in health sciences that include massage therapy, nursing, physical therapist assistant, radiologic technology and surgical technology. Applications are being accepted through April 1, 2012, for fall 2012 entry into these programs. Information will also be available about continuing education programs for certified … Continue reading
TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY ENTERPRISE CAMPUS AUTHORITY MacLean Hall Board Room – Beaufort Campus 8 a.m., Tuesday, January 17 AGENDA Call to Order Review of Formulation Plan Draft Other Business Adjournment TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY COMMISSION MEETING MacLean Hall Board Room – Beaufort Campus Tuesday, January 17, immediately following the ECA meeting AGENDA Call to … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry and Hilton Head Health Culinary Arts Center present three new classes for 2012! These fun courses are totally hands-on in a state-of-the-art teaching kitchen on Hilton Head Island. The first class of the series is Dessert 101, offered Saturday, February 4 from 9:30 a.m. to noon. Cost is $150. This class will allow … Continue reading
Your life story doesn’t have to have been overly dramatic in order to write a memoir. The Technical College of the Lowcountry Continuing Education division will offer a six-week memoir writing class on Mondays, January 9 through February 13 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road. Cost is $110. The class will allow you … Continue reading
Technical College of the Lowcountry Surgical Technology Instructor JoLane Buss was recently elected as President of the S.C. Surgical Technology State Assembly during its fall meeting in Rock Hill, S.C. The state assembly is the state level association that represents the National Association of Surgical Technologists. Buss has served as surgical technology instructor at TCL since 2005. Prior to … Continue reading
All campuses of the Technical College of the Lowcountry will be closed December 17, 2011, through January 2, 2012. Current and prospective students can visit www.tcl.edu to apply, register and pay for tuition while the college is closed. The college will reopen at 8 a.m., Tuesday, January 3, 2012. January 5 is the last day to register for spring … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold its nursing pinning ceremony this Thursday, December 15 at 1 p.m. in the MacLean Hall Auditorium, 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort. Approximately 20 associate degree in nursing program graduates will be recognized. For more information about the TCL health sciences programs, please visit www.tcl.edu/health or call 843.525.8267. The … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will offer the complete Finishing Electrician Certificate this spring at the New River Campus in Bluffton. Classes include Advanced Residential Wiring, Fixtures and Installation, and National Electrical Codes. Students must apply and register by January 5. Classes start January 9. The Finishing Electrician Certificate is the advance continuation of electrician education. The Finishing … Continue reading
Please see attached PDF for a list of TCL Area Commission meetings scheduled for 2012.
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Commission meeting scheduled for 8 a.m., Tuesday, December 13 has been canceled. The next meeting will be held at 8 a.m., Tuesday, January 17 in the building 12 boardroom at the Beaufort Campus.
The Technical College of the Lowcountry recently inducted 24 members into its Alpha Lambda Beta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, which emphasizes scholarship, leadership and service. Phi Theta Kappa is a nationally recognized honor society for community college students. To be considered for full membership, a student must be enrolled in an associate degree program, have a minimum cumulative GPA … Continue reading
Deadlines are quickly approaching for the spring 2012 semester! It may seem like there’s plenty of time… but please keep in mind that all campuses of the Technical College of the Lowcountry will be closed December 17, 2011, through January 2, 2012. That’s why it’s important to register and pay for tuition before the holiday break! Remember, current and … Continue reading
In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, all campuses of the Technical College of the Lowcountry will be closed Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25. Campuses will be open on Tuesday, November 22 and Wednesday, November 23 but no classes will be held these days. As far as the Learning Resources Center/Library, the Beaufort Campus LRC is open Monday, … Continue reading
TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY COMMISSION MEETING 8 a.m., Tuesday, November 22, 2011 MacLean Hall Board Room TCL Beaufort Campus 921 Ribaut Road AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Presentation by City Planners 3. Consent Agenda Requires Commission Approval: October 27-28, 2011 Minutes 2012 Area Commission meeting dates Curriculum items 4. Federal Gainful Employment … Continue reading
Beginning Spring Semester 2012, MAT 105 will only be offered to students who did not previously pass MAT 105. All other students will register for either MAT 101 or MAT 102. If you have successfully completed MAT 032, you should register for MAT 101. If you have taken the Compass Placement Test, please consult your advisor to see whether you … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will offer a Defensive Driving course at the Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road, this Saturday, November 12 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The course is for point reduction. If you have 4 or more points currently posted against you, this course is for you. Some insurance companies will also give a discount for … Continue reading
Marilynn Koerber, coordinator for Allied Health programs in Technical College of the Lowcountry’s Continuing Education division, has been recognized as Outstanding Continuing Education Professional by the South Carolina Association for Higher Continuing Education (SCAHCE). SCAHCE was created in 1977 to represent higher education institutions across the state of South Carolina. The mission of the organization is to promote continuing education … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center and Captured Moments Photography Studio have partnered to offer exclusive tips and tricks for using your digital camera and simple software to make your pictures truly unique. Eric Smith owns the portrait studio Captured Moments Photography in Beaufort, S.C. He recently moved his studio here from Maryland and has won numerous … Continue reading
Spend Saturday, November 19 at the Technical College of the Lowcountry Beaufort Campus learning techniques on floral arranging, photography, sewing, and cake decorating – just in time for the holiday season. You will create your own holiday projects and ideas to keep you going all year long! Start your morning with Floral Arranging where Jean DeLoach will teach you … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Continuing Education division will offer a couponing class Saturday, November 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road. The cost of the course is $65. Saving money is a hot topic in today’s economy. More people are using coupons at the grocery stores. You can save hundreds … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Foundation is accepting scholarship applications through 4 p.m., Wednesday, November 16 for the 2012 spring semester. Classes begin January 9, 2012. During the academic year, the Foundation will award more than $70,000 in tuition and book assistance to TCL students with demonstrated financial need. The Foundation also offers students a free textbook lending … Continue reading
October 27-28, 2011 BJWSA Community Room 6 Snake Road, Okatie, S.C. 29909 AGENDA Introduction Consent Agenda Minutes of September meeting Foundation request President’s Report Reaffirmation of Mission Statement Annual Financial Audit Update Accountability Report Facility Master Plan Strategic Plan Community Leader Recognition Award Commissioner Emeritus Discussion Adjourn The Technical College of … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry was recently awarded two grants from the U.S. Department of Education to enhance the College’s capacity to serve low and middle-income African- American students. Both grants, which were awarded through the Predominantly Black Institutions Program, are expected to total $3.65 million over the next five years. “These grants perfectly support the College’s increased … Continue reading
XtraMile will be offering Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training classes at the Technical College of the Lowcountry’s Colleton location at 1085 Thunderbolt Drive, Walterboro, S.C. 29488. Interested applicants should call XtraMile at (803) 484-6313 to register for classes that will start on October 24. “CDL professionals can expect to get great jobs with benefits,” TCL Dean of Continuing Education … Continue reading
Photo: TCL nursing Instructor Lynda Buss (right) assists a student in a simulation exercise using “Sim-Man,” a life-like manikin housed in TCL’s on-campus laboratory that simulates medical conditions ranging from allergic reactions to heart attacks, helping nursing students learn using real-life scenarios. The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold two open houses in October to highlight … Continue reading
The US Green Building Council, Lowcountry Branch is pleased to offer the free educational program, “Energy Efficiency Pays!” to the public. “Energy Efficiency Pays!” is a two-part series where businesses and homeowners can learn how energy efficiency can help them earn rebates and incentives offered by several agencies. Presenters include the State Energy Office, Palmetto Power and South Carolina Energy … Continue reading
The TCL Foundation will host “Oysters by the Bay” on Saturday, October 29, 2011 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. in the TCL Beaufort campus parking lot overlooking the Beaufort River. Tickets are on sale now for $25 with all proceeds going toward creating scholarships for deserving TCL students. The cost of admission includes all the oysters, hot dogs and chili … Continue reading
The Colleton County Quick Jobs Center will hold a series of introductory computer courses in September. Intro to Computers XCPT 550 40 Do you need help figuring it out or just turning it on? Take this class to become better acquainted with the computer. This course focuses on the basics of the machine and additional handy concepts. Monday and … Continue reading
Photo: Pictured from left to right are Dr. Kenneth Flick, Dean of Business and Industrial Technologies; Joshua Edenfield, inductee; Magdalena Bradford, inductee; Michael Ricks, Criminal Justice Instructor; Chanta Hays, inductee; Matthew Clancy, Beaufort Chief of Police; Dr. Thomas Leitzel, TCL President; Raymond Hamilton, inductee; Jennifer Matkez, inductee; and Anthony Rivers, inductee. The Technical College of the Lowcountry recently … Continue reading
Write a Winning Story Stephanie Edwards knows the routes that a story idea must travel before it reaches its destination, whether it’s a short story, inspirational article or commercial product. The local author just completed her first novel A Husband, a Loft and a Dog and touts that when she isn’t writing she’s teaching about writing. This month, Edwards brings … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry recently announced several changes to the organization’s structure, which became effective September 1. “The revamped structure places our organization in a more responsive and competitive position to fulfill our mission and vision to the constituents we serve,” President Dr. Tom Leitzel said. Academic Affairs, under the direction of Vice President Dr. Gina … Continue reading
8 a.m., Tuesday, September 13, 2011 MacLean Hall Board Room TCL Beaufort Campus 921 Ribaut Road AGENDA Call to Order Introduction of New Personnel Dr. Lawrence Neely, Biology Instructor Gina Mounfield Rebecca Bass, Dean of Continuing Education Gina Mounfield Consent Agenda Requires Commission Approval July 13, 2011 Minutes Informational Items Physical Plant Update Enrollment Report Higher … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center will be offering a series of basic computer courses for beginners. They include: Computer Basics Saturday, September 10, Beaufort Campus , 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $49 per person This course focuses on the basics of the machine. Microsoft Excel Fridays, September 9, 16 and 23, New River Campus, … Continue reading
Ever had a penchant to sew, create the perfect floral design or decorate a cake? The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center is offering a variety of crafts classes in September that allow students to explore their creativity. Sewing An eight-hour sewing course taught by Sharon Holmes allows one to master a sewing machine, several sewing techniques … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Foundation Inc. recently awarded $30,000 in scholarships to assist 44 TCL students with tuition and books for the fall 2011 semester. The TCL Foundation scholarship program is made possible by the donations of individuals and organizations in our community. These contributions aid deserving, qualified students in achieving their educational goals. The TCL Foundation has … Continue reading
Photo: TCL Radiologic Technology class of 2011 graduates gather in TCL’s on-campus lab. Their class achieved a perfect pass rate on their certification exam, making them the seventh consecutive class to hold this honor. Perfection. There aren’t too many things in this world that can lay claim to it. But at the Technical College of the … Continue reading
Photo: Construction is underway on the façade of the TCL Hampton Campus. The facility’s interior has also been gutted and is currently being reconfigured to accommodate revamped classrooms and training areas. The Technical College of the Lowcountry Hampton Campus is getting more than a facelift – it’s getting a complete makeover. The $1.2 million project is … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center will offer a course for those with little to no eBay and PayPal experience on Tuesday, August 23 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at TCL’s Beaufort campus. For those wanting to learn more about the sales aspects of eBay and PayPal, TCL will offer a Beyond the Basics course on … Continue reading
Photo: TCL nursing Instructor Lynda Buss (right) assists a student in a simulation exercise using “Sim-Man,” a life-like manikin housed in TCL’s on-campus laboratory that simulates medical conditions ranging from allergic reactions to heart attacks, helping nursing students learn using real-life scenarios. The Technical College of the Lowcountry is accepting applications until September 1, 2011, for spring 2012 entry … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Foundation Board of Directors, the Foundation’s governing board, elected new officers and trustees for the 2012 fiscal year, which began July 1, 2011. John McCann, retired Wall Street CEO who served 44 years in the financial services industry, has been elected Chairman; Sarah Reed, a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Bluffton, has been elected … Continue reading
The Colleton County Council, The Colleton County Economic Development Alliance and The Technical College of the Lowcountry announce the Grand Opening of the Colleton Quick Jobs Center, Wednesday, August 10 at 5 p.m. at 1085 Thunderbolt Drive, Walterboro, S.C. The 23,000 square-foot training center will be operated by the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL) in partnership with Colleton … Continue reading
Local businesses partner to help kick-off program With record high temperatures, many Lowcountry residents are thinking about staying cool. It’s also on the minds of students and faculty of the industrial technologies division at the Technical College of the Lowcountry – but with a slightly different focus. For them, it’s about finding ways to stay cool efficiently and reliably. … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold a health sciences pinning and recognition ceremony this Thursday, July 28 at 1 p.m. in the MacLean Hall Auditorium, 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort. Massage therapy, practical nursing, radiologic technology and surgical technology program graduates will be recognized. Approximately 40 students will be honored. For more information about the TCL health … Continue reading
Pictured from left to right are Tom Leitzel, president of TCL; Beryl LaMotte, president of the Hilton Head Hospital Auxiliary; Dianne Garnett, executive director of the TCL Foundation; and Trish Heichel, chair of the Hilton Head Hospital Auxiliary Scholarship Committee. The Technical College of the Lowcountry Foundation recently received an $18,000 donation from the Hilton Head Hospitality Auxiliary … Continue reading
It’s not too late to apply and register for the Technical College of the Lowcountry fall semester. Registration ends August 5; fall classes start August 18. TCL offers degree, diploma, certificate and transfer programs in industrial technologies, business technologies, arts and sciences, and health sciences. Specific programs include computer technology, administrative office technology, paralegal studies, criminal justice, hospitality management, culinary arts, alternative energy … Continue reading
TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY COMMISSION MEETING 8 a.m., Tuesday, July 12, 2011 MacLean Hall Board Room TCL Beaufort Campus 921 Ribaut Road AGENDA Call to Order Introduction of New Personnel Consent Agenda Requires Commission Approval June 14, 2011 Minutes Informational Items Physical Plant Update Enrollment Report President’s Report on Continuing Education President Leitzel Other Business Chairman Brown/President Leitzel … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold an “On the Spot” Registration Fair from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 13 at each of TCL’s three campuses: • Beaufort Campus: Coleman Hall, Bldg. 2, 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, S.C., 843.525.8211 • Hampton Campus: H. Mungin Center, 54 Tech Circle, Varnville, S.C., 803.943.4262 • New River Campus: 100 Community … Continue reading
If you yearn to experience the joy of playing piano but don’t want to spend hours engaged in a traditional approach to learning to play, then a short course offered at the Technical College of the Lowcountry in chord piano techniques may be just what you need. Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People is a proven, fun and relaxed … Continue reading
8 a.m., Tuesday, June 14, 2011 MacLean Hall Board Room TCL Beaufort Campus 921 Ribaut Road AGENDA Call to Order Introduction of New Personnel Consent Agenda Requires Commission Approval May 6, 2011 Minutes Curriculum Items Informational Items Physical Plant Update Enrollment Report Proposed Operational Budget FY 2011-2012 Hayes Wiser … Continue reading
Flowers are beautiful and therapeutic. As a left-handed designer with a vibrant floral business in Estill, Jean DeLoach likens her craft of arranging flowers to the flight of a butterfly flitting through and landing on flower petals with great ease. “Floral design is the ultimate experience in buying and blending species, building positive and negative space, and for thinking … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center will offer “Public Speaking for Success” Tuesday, June 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the TCL New River Campus in Bluffton. The cost is $89 per person and enrollment is limited. The workshop is designed to help attendees learn how to effectively address an audience and will also provide … Continue reading
Amazon recently announced that for every 100 print-and-paper books it sold, it’s also sold 105 e-books. Today’s writers have more power than ever to get their works seen and distributed at a low cost. “Whether you’re writing for family, clients, or the general public, your work can be noticed and distributed online around the world,” says Stephanie Edwards, … Continue reading
It’s not too late to apply and register for the summer seven-week term at the Technical College of the Lowcountry. Register by June 6; classes start June 13. Classes in the seven-week term include visual arts, business, computers, marketing, management, engineering, rapid prototyping, English, history, math, Spanish and more. The seven-week option is particularly convenient for those high … Continue reading
Amanda Hayman, operations and program manager for the Technical College of the Lowcountry Continuing Education and Workforce Development Division, recently received certification as a Certified Program Planner (CPP). The CPP certification is a comprehensive professional development series designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of individuals who work to develop continuing education programs, hire instructors, and conduct program evaluation … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center, designed to offer individuals opportunities to explore passions or to learn something new, will kick off three new offerings next week. TCL will offer eBay 101 Tuesday, May 24, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at TCL’s Beaufort campus. The course will teach participants how to open, monitor and maintain eBay and … Continue reading
The Beaufort County Channel will rebroadcast the Technical College of the Lowcountry’s 2011 Commencement Ceremony this Friday, May 20 at 8 p.m. TCL’s May 12 Health Sciences Pinning & Recognition ceremony will follow at 9:30 p.m. The Commencement ceremony was held Friday, May 13 at the All Weather Training Facility on Parris Island. TCL honored its largest graduating class ever … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center will offer a real estate career exploration course, led by top real estate agent Cherimie Crane, Tuesday, May 17, from 9 to 11 a.m. at TCL’s New River campus. The cost is $59 per person. The course will define the parameters of the real estate career, the educational requirements to … Continue reading
Stephanie Edwards knows the routes that a story idea must travel before it reaches its destination, whether it’s a short story, inspirational article or commercial product. The local author just completed her first novel A Husband, a Loft and a Dog and touts that when she isn’t writing, she’s teaching about writing. This May, Edwards will bring her wealth … Continue reading
It’s not too late to apply and register for summer 2011 classes at the Technical College of the Lowcountry. Summer registration ends May 12. The summer 10-week term runs May 23 through August 5. In addition, TCL also offers a 7-week term that runs June 13 through August 5. This 7-week option is particularly convenient for those high … Continue reading
Just over one year ago, The Technical College of the Lowcountry Foundation announced the creation of the TCL Teaching Collection, a unique assortment of fine art, antiques, artifacts and memorabilia donated to the College to facilitate student learning, faculty instruction, research and curriculum development. After gathering a wide variety of pieces over the last year, the Foundation will host … Continue reading
It is estimated that at least an hour-and-a-half a day is wasted on a messy desk. That time translated over a five-day period: an entire work day. Jill Weaver, professional organizer, will bring her expertise to the Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center to offer a two-hour course called “Desk Rescue” from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, … Continue reading
TECHNICAL COLLEGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY COMMISSION MEETING MacLean Hall Board Room – Beaufort Campus May 6, 2011 – 8:00 a.m. AGENDA Call to Order Consent Agenda Requires Commission Approval March 22, 2011 Minutes Request from TCL Foundation Request from Lowcountry Small Business Hub Informational Items Physical Plant Update Quarterly Financial Report … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry is pleased to announce that Gen. Arthur E. Brown Jr., retired four-star general and chairman of the TCL area commission, will deliver the 2011 commencement address. “Gen. Brown is an ultimate example of committed service, not only to our country but to our own community,” TCL President Dr. Tom Leitzel said. “His life … Continue reading
Update: Access to WebAdvisor has been restored as of 2 p.m., Monday, May 2. Due to system upgrades to Datatel, WebAdvisor will be down this weekend beginning at 11:30 a.m., Friday, April 29 until 8 a.m., Tuesday, May 3. Blackboard should not be affected.
Student Awards Ceremony 11 a.m., Friday, May 6 MacLean Hall Auditorium TCL Beaufort Campus Health Sciences Pinning & Recognition Ceremony (honoring associate degree nursing class and physical therapist assistant graduates) 1 p.m., Thursday, May 12 MacLean Hall Auditorium TCL Beaufort Campus Commencement Ceremony 6 p.m., Friday, May 13 Parris Island All Weather Facility The Technical College of … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry massage therapy program recently earned specialized program accreditation from the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA), making it the first and only massage therapy program in South Carolina with this classification. “We are extremely excited about this accomplishment for the College,” said TCL massage therapy director Denise Van Nostran, LMT, NCTMB. “We have … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center will offer a veterinary assistant program at the TCL New River Campus in Bluffton. The 36-hour certification course will be held from 3 to 6 p.m., Tuesdays, May 3 through July 19. Cost is $525. As the number of veterinarians grows to meet the demand for veterinary care, so will the … Continue reading
The Hospice Foundation of America will deliver three webinar programs this summer in partnership with the Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center at the TCL Beaufort Campus in Building 23. The webinars will address aspects of spirituality at life’s end. Each webinar has been developed as a resource to identify tools that will help patients, clients, parishioners, family … Continue reading
Using plants and flowers to accent a party environment at your home, office, catering hall, or outdoor patio sends an immediate message to attendees that their surroundings are as important as the food. “Decorating for the Perfect Party,” one of five floral arranging courses offered by the Technical College of the Lowcountry Life Enrichment Center, will meet from 6 … Continue reading
TCL will hold its annual spring fling week April 18 through 21 at its Beaufort and New River campuses, giving students, faculty and staff a chance to get active while having fun at the same time. Activities will include a Wii Tournament, an exercise day and a diabetes and healthy living seminar. A campus-wide picnic will be held near … Continue reading
Learn to write your way to and from a destination Manifest trips to exotic destinations, write about the experience and “they” will pay for it. That is the enticement that Katherine Tandy Brown offers in her course description for “Travel Right…Travel Write” at the Technical College of the Lowcountry. “Travel Right…Travel Write,” offered by the TCL Life Enrichment … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will host a career expo on Thursday, April 21. The fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the MacLean Hall (building 12) student center at TCL’s Beaufort Campus on 921 Ribaut Road. The career Expo is free and open to the public and will allow participants to learn more … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry and the Agape Family Life Center have partnered to sponsor a FastTrac® New Venture course that will be held from 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays, April 20 through June 22 at the Agape Family Life Center, 5855 South Okatie Highway, Hardeeville. Cost is $50 per student. This ten-week course is a practical, hand-on business … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry will hold an “On the Spot” Registration Kick-Off event for 2011 summer and fall classes. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 12 at each of TCL’s three campuses: • Beaufort Campus: Coleman Hall, Bldg. 2, 921 Ribaut Road, Beaufort, S.C., 843.525.8211 • Hampton Campus: H. Mungin Center, … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry’s Continuing Education and Workforce Development Division will offer a series of free career development workshops in March and April. The first, “Get that Job: How to Navigate the World of Work in the Lowcountry,” will be held from 9 a.m. to noon, on March 7, 9 and 11 at the TCL New River … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry is currently accepting applications for fall 2011 entry into its five health sciences programs: massage therapy, nursing, physical therapist assistant, radiologic technology, and surgical technology. The deadline to apply is April 1, 2011. TCL health sciences students enjoy on-campus learning using the latest in high-tech simulation equipment. Students receive additional hands-on practice at … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry is partnering with Greenville Technical College – one of the first nine Environmental Protection Agency approved training providers in the nation – to offer a Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting course. The RRP course will be held Thursday, March 10 from 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. on TCL’s Beaufort campus, building 22, room 100. Cost … Continue reading
The Technical College of the Lowcountry was one of two Technical Colleges in the state that recently received a $25,000 grant from the S.C. Energy Office to establish a Geothermal Training Center. Greenville Technical College was the other recipient. The grant will allow college faculty to be trained and certified in International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA) standards … Continue reading
BLUFFTON, SC – Santee Cooper, Palmetto Electric Cooperative and the Technical College of the Lowcountry today dedicated a 20-kilowatt solar array at TCL’s New River Campus. The project is the largest solar installation in the Lowcountry and was made possible by South Carolinians who purchase Santee Cooper Green Power. The project includes a series of nine canopies, each covered … Continue reading
BEAUFORT, S.C. – You’ve probably heard of wind and solar energy generation. But what about tidal power? The industrial technologies division at the Technical College of the Lowcountry has more than heard about it; they’re creating it. TCL is demonstrating the possibilities of tidal energy, where an electrical generator has been installed in the Beaufort River. The river’s tidal … Continue reading
Three industrial technology instructors at the Technical College of the Lowcountry recently obtained the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Accredited Professional (AP) certification. Civil Engineering Technology Instructor Richard Eckstrom, Computer Aided Design (CAD) Instructor Hadi Hamid and Building Construction Technology Instructor Tim Newsome achieved their LEED AP credential through the U.S. Green Building Council testing program. … Continue reading
TCL one of only 20 chosen nationwide to develop model program The Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL) is one of only 20 community and technical colleges nationwide selected by the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) to participate in the Wal-Mart Workforce and Economic Opportunity Initiative. Each college will receive an $86,000 grant to partner with its local … Continue reading