Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Sharon Smith’s organization
Jun 10, 2026·StrategicPlan
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USC Upstate Strategic Plan
This Strategic Plan for USC Upstate outlines the University's direction to address the evolving needs of its students and the workforce amidst significant economic and demographic shifts in South Carolina. It focuses on five core "Spartan Priorities": Spartan Distinct, Spartan Recruit, Spartan Partner, Spartan Success, and Spartan Future, aiming to overcome challenges such as the shortage of highly skilled workers, increased competition, and the demand for more career path options.
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Spartanburg County Commission for Higher Education Meeting Agenda
The meeting includes a campus community presentation by the Honorable Harold Mitchell regarding his professional path and experiences. The agenda features reports from the Chair, Chancellor, and the Treasurer/Finance Committee, including a review of the budget versus actuals. Additionally, various committees including Athletics, Academic Affairs, and Buildings and Grounds will provide their respective status reports. The session concludes with a review of recruitment and terms matrices, an executive session, and a discussion of important upcoming dates.
Feb 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Spartanburg County Commission for Higher Education Agenda
The agenda included the review and approval of the fiscal year 2026 budget as recommended by the Finance and Executive Committees. Key reports were presented by the Finance, Athletics, Academic Affairs, and Buildings and Grounds committees, as well as a report from the Chancellor. Discussion items also featured a request for Title III grant matching funds to support student success initiatives, a recognition presentation for the Past Chair, and an executive session.
Jan 16, 2026·StrategicPlan
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USC Upstate Legislative Priorities 2026
This document outlines USC Upstate's legislative priorities for 2026, emphasizing its significant economic impact and high alumni retention within South Carolina. The priorities include securing substantial funding for key infrastructure projects such as a convocation center, an engineering and computer science building expansion, and a nursing and health sciences building. Additionally, the plan seeks investment for a new regional hospitality program, critical maintenance and renovations, tuition mitigation, and program support for engineering and computer science to address the state's workforce needs.
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