January’s Promise-Endless Possibilities

I’ve always loved January for its promise of a clean slate. The possibilities that the “new year” presents seem endless, like anything is possible and nothing can hold you back. I also get to buy a new calendar, which is always exciting. This January holds something a bit more special for me personally because I…

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Student Spotlight- Q&A with Erika LeGendre

  Erika LeGendre is currently a second-year MCOM scholar. She was born and raised in North Charleston, SC and received her undergraduate degree in Communication with a minor in Health from the College of Charleston in 2014. Erika is also a first-generation college student, and will earn her Master’s degree in May 2017.    …

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Final Thoughts for the 2015-2016 Academic Year

The end of every semester is always a great time to engage in self reflection about your classes and projects. What could you have done differently?  What have you learned, both personally and academically? The end of every spring semester seems to have more weight to it however, as it not only signals the end…

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Student Spotlight-Q&A with Brandy Francis

          Brandy Francis is originally from St. Albans, WV, but recently moved to Charleston, SC to attend the University of Charleston SC – College of Charleston. Brandy attended Marshall University in Huntington, WV, earning dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Communication and Spanish. She currently serves as a graduate assistant in…

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Student Spotlight-Q&A with Sara Allen

    Sara Allen is originally from the Charleston area, but moved to Fort Mill, SC when she was in third grade. She earned her Bachelors of Arts degree in Communication from Coker College in Hartsville, SC. While enrolled in Coker, she was a member of the Coker College Women’s Golf Team. She has since…

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Student Spotlight-Q&A with Tim Rule

  Timothy Rule comes to UCSC from Annville, PA (about 10 miles east of Hershey). He currently lives in Charleston, on the West Ashley side of the city. He earned his B.A. in Health Communication from Juniata College in Huntingdon, PA. He comes to the MCOM program with multiple professional experiences, such as an Administration…

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