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For the Birds: Motus Wildlife Tracking System installed at Presbyterian College, boosting conservation efforts

A new wildlife tracking station installed on the campus of Presbyterian College is providing researchers with critical data to enhance conservation efforts across the region. The Motus tower, established this fall, allows scientists to monitor the movements of small migratory animals like birds, bats, and insects, offering invaluable insights into their migratory patterns and habitats.

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Scotsman Club Blitz raises record funding for Presbyterian College athletics

The Scotsman Club Blitz, a groundbreaking raffle aimed at boosting engagement and financial support for the Scotsman Club, celebrated a highly successful inaugural season, raising more than $149,505 between April 1 and June 30. The initiative, sponsored by Steve Crowe, a 1973 graduate and owner of Foothills Motorsports, helped drive the club’s annual giving past

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Presbyterian College senior tackles stigma among veterans With PTSD through capstone project

Presbyterian College senior Cassidy Canfield is leveraging her academic journey to make a difference for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Inspired by personal ties and a desire to help others, Canfield’s psychology capstone project focuses on reducing stigma faced by veterans with PTSD in her hometown of Columbia, S.C. Her dedication to understanding mental

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Biophysics research inspires Presbyterian College senior Mackenzie Partsch

Mackenzie Partsch’s academic journey at Presbyterian College has been filled with unexpected discoveries. What began as an interest in biochemistry took a transformative turn through a summer research project, leading her to explore the field of biomedical physics and ultimately pursue ambitions in graduate studies. This fall, her dedication was recognized with an honorable mention

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PC’s Office of Career and Professional Development hosts annual Career and Graduate School Fair

Presbyterian College hosted a Career and Graduate School Fair on Oct. 24, drawing more than 90 students and more than 30 recruiters from various companies and institutions. Students of all class years met with potential employers, discussing internships, job openings, and further education opportunities. Many recruiters, including alumni, praised students for their energy and curiosity.

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Jacob Clerc uses NASA funding to conduct student research at Presbyterian College

For Presbyterian College physics student Jacob Clerc, research is more than a requirement. It is the gateway to hands-on learning and a future in scientific exploration. Supported by a NASA-affiliated grant, Clerc’s work on magnetic granular materials allows him to collaborate closely with his faculty mentor, associate professor of physics Dr. Eli Owens, and gain

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Presbyterian College student researches Ukrainian protest music and a Pink Floyd cover to better understand her heritage, encourage conversation

For her senior capstone project, Samantha Hauff ‘25 focused on one folkloric song that has become a Ukrainian protest anthem during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. by Sarah Murphy Everything Samantha Hauff ‘25 has ever known about her heritage has been passed down in stories. “Ukraine is a culture that is known as ‘folkloric,’” says Hauff.  “The

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