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February 4, 2025Bygoodwind1@cofc.edunews0

Have you ever had a friend in distress, and you don’t know what to do? It’s a problem many of us face, and we often don’t know where to turn for help. Sadly, Lynn Luckey Moody ’93 lost her battle with mental distress and chronic illness. Her husband, Scott Moody ’91, set out to make sure more people know of the resources available to them. In 2021, he created the...

Ink and Impact

December 2, 2024Bygoodwind1@cofc.edunews0

Barbara Duval, studio art professor, printmaking and drawing, has made an impact on her students during her 42 years teaching at the College of Charleston. Amongst her printmaking students, Duval has fostered a family. “We have had such a great time in my classes that it is hard to get them out of my classroom at the end of the semester,” chuckles Duval. One such student is Petyon Cochran ’04. “Barbara...

The Power of Giving Back

November 27, 2024Bygoodwind1@cofc.edunews0

Think about being just a few credits away from graduation and having to step away from school. The experience can be soul crushing. That’s exactly what happened to Suzette Timme ’84. As part of her elementary education major, Timme had to student teach for a semester. Outside work during this unpaid experience was strongly discouraged. In the end, Timme dropped out — a semester with no income was not an option...

The College Expresses Gratitude for Its Growing Culture of Engagement and Philanthropy

November 27, 2024Bygoodwind1@cofc.edunews0

Homecoming event celebrates the people who position the university for a brighter future. The reintroduction of Homecoming at the College of Charleston drew more than 500 people back to campus. As part of Homecoming, on Nov. 14, 2024, two new traditions celebrating gratitude were introduced: a pinning ceremony for members of the President’s Society and a gratitude gala for the myriad people who are the foundation of the College’s success....

Otis Franklin, Gabrielle Mann, Trinity Metcalf and Ramsey Ray

It’s a Full House

September 18, 2024Bygoodwind1@cofc.edunews0

This year marks the fourth year of the 1967 Legacy Program. The incoming 1967 Legacy Scholars continue to be an asset to the campus community. “When I think of these four cohorts of talented and ambitious Legacy Scholars, these 39 leaders of tomorrow, I am beyond thankful for the College of Charleston family of faculty, staff, alumni, donors and administrators who have supported them every step of the way,” says...

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We enjoy sharing stories about the impact of your generous support, and Momentum is just one of the ways we aim to keep you engaged and informed about what you make possible for our students, faculty, staff and campus. We also publish the annual Donor Digest, post stories on our College of Charleston Giving Facebook page and highlight donors and beneficiaries on our website, giving.cofc.edu. If you have feedback or story ideas, please contact Carin Jorgensen at 843.953.5859 or jorgensencl@cofc.edu. We’d love to hear from you!