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Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The college is nationally known for its outstanding faculty, study abroad participation, successful and supportive graduates and commitment to making college affordable and accessible; 99% of students receive some form of financial assistance. The college's 190-acre campus, located within walking distance of Spartanburg's thriving downtown, is home to about 1,800 undergraduates. In addition to a rigorous academic program and experiential learning opportunities (study abroad, career preparation, research and community-based learning), Wofford students enjoy Division I athletics, fraternity and sorority life and an active visual and performing arts scene. To learn more, visit wofford.edu.

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Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The college is nationally known for its outstanding faculty, study abroad participation, successful and supportive graduates and commitment to making college affordable and accessible; 99% of students receive some form of financial assistance. The college's 190-acre campus, located within walking distance of Spartanburg's thriving downtown, is home to about 1,800 undergraduates. In addition to a rigorous academic program and experiential learning opportunities (study abroad, career preparation, research and community-based learning), Wofford students enjoy Division I athletics, fraternity and sorority life and an active visual and performing arts scene. To learn more, visit wofford.edu.

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Small loans, big impact

In a small community in the eastern corner of the Dominican Republic, Santa Rhina Barett Figaro has a thriving business where she sells bread, sandwiches, fried chicken and fresh juices. It was all made possible by a $100 loan through funding provided by the James-Atkins Student-Managed Investment Fund.
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Leadership - 2021 Nov 19

Carolyn Kline leads river trip into the wilderness

Wofford first-year student Carolyn Kline leads river trip into the wilderness.
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Leadership - 2018 Sep 24

Wofford student Grace Mullins selected for Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows

Wofford sophomore Margaret Grace Mulliins selected for Mount Vernon Leadership Fellows.
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Leadership - 2017 May 5
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