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Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, S.C. It offers 25 major fields of study to a student bod of 1,650 undergraduates. Nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, study abroad participation and successful graduates, Wofford is home to one of the nation's 283 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community enjoys Greek Life as well as 18 NCAA Division I athletics teams.

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Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, S.C. It offers 25 major fields of study to a student bod of 1,650 undergraduates. Nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, study abroad participation and successful graduates, Wofford is home to one of the nation's 283 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community enjoys Greek Life as well as 18 NCAA Division I athletics teams.

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Wofford students study abroad during Interim 2016

Wofford's Interim is a time for exploration and experiential learning away from the rigors of traditional academic courses for students and faculty alike. Students may choose from a variety of on-campus courses, professional internships and research projects, study abroad opportunities or their own independent study project, approved and guided by a faculty advisor. More than 200 students chose to study abroad during Interim 2016.
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Study Abroad - 2016 Jan 14

Wofford students intern and conduct independent study projects during Interim 2016

Wofford's Interim is a time for exploration and experiential learning away from the rigors of traditional academic courses for students and faculty alike. More than 150 students chose to participate in internships and research projects during Interim 2016.
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Internship - 2016 Jan 27

Wofford College Announces Fall '15 Dean's List

Dr. Dennis M. Wiseman, provost of Wofford College, has announced Dean's List students for the Fall 2015 semester.
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Honors List - 2016 Jan 14

Wofford students attend the Sullivan Foundation Service and Social Entrepreneurship Program Fall Retreat Weekend

Several Wofford students were chosen to attend the Sullivan Foundation Service and Social Entrepreneurship Program Fall Retreat weekend held Oct. 16-18, at the Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, N.C.
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Community Service - 2015 Oct 26

Wofford Students attend National Bonner Congress Meeting

Two Wofford students attended the National Bonner Congress meeting held Oct. 9-11, at the University of Houston.
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Community Service - 2015 Oct 16

Wofford College senior Connor Hopkins turns internship into job opportunity

Wofford senior Connor Hopkins turns Adidas internship into job opportunity in Germany
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Internship - 2015 Oct 13

Wofford Students study abroad during Fall 2015

Study abroad is a major component of Wofford's commitment to shaping globally connected citizens. Opportunities range from travel/study Interim projects to a full-year at a university abroad. Students may choose from more than 200 programs and 59 countries. Co-curricular opportunities include service learning, internships and cultural excursions.
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Study Abroad - 2015 Oct 9

Students elected to Wofford College's 2015-2016 Campus Union Assembly

Wofford College's Campus Union officers are pleased to announce the results of the Fall 2015 student government elections.
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Student Government - 2015 Sep 24

Margherita Cole receives funding to create and present unique exhibit

This fall Wofford College senior Margherita Cole will display a collection of hand-drawn comic strips but with a different twist - they all portray scenes from art history. Cole, an art history major and studio art minor from Redlands, Calif., created the exhibit over the summer thanks to support from the Whetsell Fellowship.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2015 Oct 13

Wofford College Pi Kappa Phi brothers participate in The Ability Experience Journey of Hope

Wofford College students and Pi Kappa Phi brothers participate in cross-country ride with The Ability Experience Journey of Hope
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Greek Organizations - 2015 Sep 2

Members of the Wofford College Orientation Staff will greet the Class of 2019

Members of the Wofford College Orientation Staff will greet first-year students on Aug. 25 as the college welcomes the Class of 2019.
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Achievement (Other) - 2015 Aug 11

Wofford College senior Sara Futch publishes primate research

Wofford College senior Sara Futch teams up with scientists at the Language Research Center to further communication between species.
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Internship - 2015 Aug 3

Wofford professor, students and alumnus contribute to significant archaeological find in Israel

Wofford professor and students working with the Kinneret Regional Project discover ancient synagogue mosaic floor in Galilee.
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Study Abroad - 2015 Jul 29

Cody Watson internship leads to advancement in breast cancer research

Cody Watson, a 2015 Wofford graduate, creates technology software to aid in breast cancer research.
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Internship - 2015 Jul 15

Sarah Madden, a rising junior at Wofford College, shares the magic of equine therapy with riders with disabilities

Sarah Madden, a member of the class of 2017, serves as a certified therapeutic riding instructor and volunteer at HALTER (Handicapped Athletes Learning to Enjoy Riding).
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Community Service - 2015 Jul 9

Wofford College students participate in summer 2015 Institute

Nine Wofford students are participating in The Institute, a program created by the college in 2009 to help students learn professional skills such as networking, public speaking and consulting before graduation to help them better compete for jobs. The Institute runs from July 6 through August 6, and includes a one-week trip to New York City to experience direct industry exposure in one of the world's greatest business centers.
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Achievement (Other) - 2015 Jul 9

Wofford College cadets commissioned as second lieutenants

Wofford College cadets commissioned as second lieutenants
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Military Achievement - 2015 Jul 8

Sophomore Helen Lamm selected to receive prestigious national scholarship

Wofford College sophomore, Helen Lamm, selected as the recipient of a prestigious Boren Scholarship to China.
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Scholarship - 2015 Jul 7

Wofford students study abroad during summer 2015

Study abroad is a major component of Wofford's commitment to shaping globally connected citizens. Opportunities range from travel/study Interim projects to a full-year at a university abroad. Students may choose from more than 200 programs and 59 countries. Co-curricular opportunities include service learning, internships and cultural excursions.
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Study Abroad - 2015 Jun 26

Wofford College students gain experience through internships

From as close as Wofford College's Admission Office to as far away as India, China and England, with assignments as diverse as scientific, robotics and medical research to banking, sales and marketing to volunteer services and conservation preservation, more than 50 Wofford students and recent graduates are gaining valuable experiences this summer through a variety of internships.
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Internship - 2015 Jun 17

Wofford College Kappa Alpha Order brothers coach Little League team

Three Wofford College Kappa Alpha Order brothers coach Hillbrook Baseball League.
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Community Service - 2015 Jun 30

Wofford College Announces Spring '15 Dean's List

Dr. Dennis M. Wiseman, provost of Wofford College, has announced Dean's List students for the Spring 2015 semester.
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Honors List - 2015 Jun 10

Wofford College confers degrees to 368 graduates

Wofford College conferred degrees to 368 graduates at the 161st Commencement Exercises on Sunday, May 17, 2015.
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Graduation - 2015 May 27

Phi Beta Kappa inducts 35 students, recent graduates

Wofford College initiated 35 students and recent graduates into its chapter of Phi Beta Kappa in a ceremony held on Thursday, May 7.
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Honor Society - 2015 May 18

Six of Wofford's best, brightest choose to teach in low-income communities

Wofford seniors Margaret Carraway, Zoe Paist, Anna Henson, Maggie Stroud, Kirsten Frost and Taylor Brown will be teaching in low-income communities this fall as part of the Teach For America program.
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Community Service - 2015 May 8

Wofford holds Honors Convocation 2015

Wofford College held its annual spring Honors Convocation on Thursday, May 7.
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Academic Award - 2015 May 8

Addie Lawrence selected to intern at The Georgetown Times

Rising senior Addie Lawrence to intern at The Georgetown Times this summer.
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Internship - 2015 May 8

Students elected to Wofford College's 2015-2016 Campus Union Assembly

Students elected to the 2015-2016 Campus Union Assembly at Wofford College
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Student Government - 2015 Apr 28

Three Wofford students receive SCICU research grants

Three Wofford College students have received funding through the Student/Faculty Research Program of South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities Inc. for 2015.
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Achievement (Other) - 2015 Apr 22

Wofford students win awards in the 2015 South Carolina Press Association Collegiate Competition

The Old Gold & Black student newspaper won seven awards, including three first-place recognitions, in the 2015 South Carolina Press Association Collegiate Competition.
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Student Competition - 2015 Apr 22
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