SC State University’s Environmental Policy Institute (EPI), The Medical University of South Caro-lina (MUSC), the United States Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and its partners will deliver a national conference on energy independence, entitled “Secur-ing Our Future: Using New Technology to Reduce America’s Dependence on Foreign Fuel.” The conference will be held on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 through Friday, June 17, 2011 at the Charleston Place Hotel in Charleston, S.C. During the three-day forum, attendees will examine the role of technology and innovation in a comprehensive national energy policy that will promote a diverse portfolio of domestic energy re-sources, enhance national security through energy independence, reduce America’s carbon footprint on the global environment and spur economic development. “We are once again looking forward to professionals and national leaders in the energy industry discussing the latest research, developments and technology at our annual EPI (EPI) Conference on addressing energy independence for America,” said Dr. Reinhart Brown, director of SC State’s EPI. “Our mission is to continually develop national environmental policies that protect our environment, promote good health, enhance economic opportunities and develop sustainable communities,” noted Brown. The Honorable James E. Clyburn, assistant democratic leader, will serve as keynote speaker of the conference. Other guest speakers include: The Honorable Lindsey Graham, South Carolina senator, former South Carolina governor, James Edwards, and the Honorable Brian Schweitzer, governor of Montana.

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SC State alumna Brittany Green never thought that she would be involved in fashion m e r c h a n d i s i n g , although she had a deep rooted love for the industry even as a little girl. Green graduated from SC State in December 2009 with a degree in computer science. Although her family encouraged her to pursue a career in computer science and engineering, she still continued to obtain jobs in retail. (Click here for full story).

SC State Alumni on the Fast Track to Success with the Belk Executive Trainee ProgramBy Taneka Kenan

Brittany Green, ‘09

Athletics Director, Charlene Johnson, invites everyone to Willie Jeffries Day.

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LTC Derrick A. Corbett, ‘93

SC State Alumnus Appointed Professor of Military ScienceBy Antia Dawkins

SC State University alumnus, Lieutenant Colonel Derrick A. Corbett, has been named as the Professor of Military Science. “I am proud to give back to my Alma Mater. This is a great opportunity for me to give back to the University,” said Corbett. “I can see myself in many of these students. I am excited to be here with them to watch them grow,” he continued. Corbett is a native of Atlanta, Ga. Corbett exemplifies courage, honor and loyalty, and instills that in his students with SC State University’s ROTC Program motto, “A Tradition of Excellence, A Legacy of Leadership! Developing tomorrow’s leaders today!His journey began in April, 1987 when an ROTC recruiter from SC State came to speak to Corbett relative to an internship at the University. It was at that moment that he decided to attend SC State University. (Click here for full story).

Dr. Charles Smith, vice president for the Division of Student Affairs at SC State University, is reengaging the nation with a topic that is all too familiar, especially within the African-American community. Smith’s book, titled “This Morning My Father Died…SO WHAT?” sheds light on the seriousness of absentee fathers and the emotional pain that is inflicted on their children. Upon first glance, the title may seem harsh but it’s real, according to Smith. “One day I was just sitting down and writing different titles. Some kind of way this just emerged and it fit.” And, according to the latest statistics, the title is appropriate for the over 68 percent of African-American children be-ing raised by single mothers. (Click here for full story).

SC State University’s Dr. Charles Smith Releases New Book Addressing Fatherless SocietyBy Tameka Kenan

Sharing her story of pain and struggle, then deliverance and triumph, Kemba Smith stared into the eyes of more than 1,000 attendees during an event in recognition of Domestic Violence Month, held recently at SC State University. “Never in a million years did I think I would find myself in an abusive relationship. That’s not what I was raised around. I didn’t see my father hit my mother,” tells Smith. Throughout her message, Smith echoed re-minders to SC State students that their focus should be on their educa-tion and making the right choices, not obtaining fast money, engaging in the wrong relationships or trying to ‘fit in.’ (Click here for full story).

“Defeating Domestic Violence, Drug Policies and a Destructive Justice System”Kemba Smith Shares Her Impactful Story with SC State UniversityBy Ashley Elliott

Kemba Smith, addresses domestic violence issues during her visit to SC State University.

Environmental Conference to Address Reducing America’s Dependency on Foreign Fuel

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Rising junior, Mollie Jenkins, was determined to fill a void for biology majors at SC State University. Upon arriving on campus, she realized a fundamental piece was missing-an honorary society that recognizes the scholarly achievements of biology students. After conducting several hours of research, Jenkins found an organization and gained departmental approval and support to char-ter the Alpha Upsilon Chapter of Beta Beta Beta. Established as SC State’s first biological honor society, Beta Beta Beta is dedicated to improving the understanding and apprecia-tion of biological study and extending boundaries of human knowledge through scientific research. Since its founding in 1922, more than 200,000 persons have been accepted into life-time membership, and more than 553 chapters have been established throughout the United States and Puerto Rico. “I congratulate Mollie for having the determination to initiate the charter for a national honor society in biology,” stated Dr. Judith Salley-Guydon, chairperson of the Department of Biological and Physical Sciences. “All of our other areas, for example chemistry and phys-ics, have honor societies with the exception of biology, so this is the first and we are very proud that a student took the initiative to establish it.”

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SC State alumna Brittany Green never thought that she would be involved in fashion m e r c h a n d i s i n g , although she had a deep rooted love for the industry even as a little girl. Green graduated from SC State in December 2009 with a degree in computer science. Although her family encouraged her to pursue a career in computer science and engineering, she still continued to obtain jobs in retail. (Click here for full story).

SC State Alumni on the Fast Track to Success with the Belk Executive Trainee ProgramBy Taneka Kenan

Brittany Green, ‘09

Athletics Director, Charlene Johnson, invites everyone to Willie Jeffries Day.

Click here formore information.

LTC Derrick A. Corbett, ‘93

SC State Alumnus Appointed Professor of Military ScienceBy Antia Dawkins

SC State University alumnus, Lieutenant Colonel Derrick A. Corbett, has been named as the Professor of Military Science. “I am proud to give back to my Alma Mater. This is a great opportunity for me to give back to the University,” said Corbett. “I can see myself in many of these students. I am excited to be here with them to watch them grow,” he continued. Corbett is a native of Atlanta, Ga. Corbett exemplifies courage, honor and loyalty, and instills that in his students with SC State University’s ROTC Program motto, “A Tradition of Excellence, A Legacy of Leadership! Developing tomorrow’s leaders today!His journey began in April, 1987 when an ROTC recruiter from SC State came to speak to Corbett relative to an internship at the University. It was at that moment that he decided to attend SC State University. (Click here for full story).

Dr. Charles Smith, vice president for the Division of Student Affairs at SC State University, is reengaging the nation with a topic that is all too familiar, especially within the African-American community. Smith’s book, titled “This Morning My Father Died…SO WHAT?” sheds light on the seriousness of absentee fathers and the emotional pain that is inflicted on their children. Upon first glance, the title may seem harsh but it’s real, according to Smith. “One day I was just sitting down and writing different titles. Some kind of way this just emerged and it fit.” And, according to the latest statistics, the title is appropriate for the over 68 percent of African-American children be-ing raised by single mothers. (Click here for full story).

SC State University’s Dr. Charles Smith Releases New Book Addressing Fatherless SocietyBy Tameka Kenan

Sharing her story of pain and struggle, then deliverance and triumph, Kemba Smith stared into the eyes of more than 1,000 attendees during an event in recognition of Domestic Violence Month, held recently at SC State University. “Never in a million years did I think I would find myself in an abusive relationship. That’s not what I was raised around. I didn’t see my father hit my mother,” tells Smith. Throughout her message, Smith echoed re-minders to SC State students that their focus should be on their educa-tion and making the right choices, not obtaining fast money, engaging in the wrong relationships or trying to ‘fit in.’ (Click here for full story).

“Defeating Domestic Violence, Drug Policies and a Destructive Justice System”Kemba Smith Shares Her Impactful Story with SC State UniversityBy Ashley Elliott

Kemba Smith, addresses domestic violence issues during her visit to SC State University.

SC State University Establishes First Biological Honor SocietyBy Ashley Elliott

SC State University’s Office of International and National Student Exchange Programs (OINSEP) is a unit of the Honors College in the Division of Aca-demic Affairs. Established in January 2011, OIN-SEP’s mission is to strengthen the academic and cul-tural environment of the University using initiatives that support the internationalization of the campus community. OINSEP has several goals that will ensure long-term success, which includes promoting multi-cul-tural awareness, international understanding, cross-cultural training and world affairs education at SC State; promoting the integration of international understanding and global awareness in the curricu-lum; serving as the catalyst for negotiating, imple-menting and maintaining international linkages with institutions of higher education in other countries;

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Members of SC State University’s Alpha Upsilon Chapter of Beta Beta Beta

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