SC State 1890 Research & Extension

SC State 1890 Research & Extension SC State Public Service & Agriculture Innovates, Educates to Elevate the quality of life for South Carolinians.

The 1890 Research & Extension Program at SC State University helps to ensure the institution achieves its land-grant mission of improving the lives of South Carolinians through teaching, research and service.

Congratulations to M&J Barbershop, the first-place winner of the Upstate region Community and Economic Development Busin...
06/05/2026

Congratulations to M&J Barbershop, the first-place winner of the Upstate region Community and Economic Development Business Planning Bootcamp!

The intensive five-week program equips entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge needed to develop business plans and grow their small businesses and farms. M&J Barbershop earned the program's $10,000 grand prize for its vision to address the critical shortage of structured vocational training and accessible career pathways in the barbering industry.

Join us in celebrating this achievement and the continued growth of small businesses across South Carolina! 🎉

Meet our Upstate Extension region summer , Mason Miles and Quincy Bryan!These students will be making an impact this su...
06/05/2026

Meet our Upstate Extension region summer , Mason Miles and Quincy Bryan!

These students will be making an impact this summer under the leadership of Extension director Boyd Owens. 👏🏽

06/05/2026

Take a behind-the-scenes look at Elevate Podcast! 🎙️

Stay tuned for the upcoming episode featuring Dr. Michael Williams, education initiatives national program manager for the USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement.

Watch the new episode of Elevate Podcast on June 10 on YouTube and all major streaming platforms.

🔗 Visit https://1890.info/3SeBSKL to subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated.

Meet our Santee-Wateree Extension region summer , Dekel Johnson and Nathan Hampton. These students will be making an im...
06/05/2026

Meet our Santee-Wateree Extension region summer , Dekel Johnson and Nathan Hampton. These students will be making an impact this summer under the leadership of Extension director Ronnie Rhodes. 👏🏽

Dr. Michael Williams has spent his career leading, serving and creating opportunities for others. 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽As education init...
06/04/2026

Dr. Michael Williams has spent his career leading, serving and creating opportunities for others. 🫱🏼‍🫲🏽

As education initiatives national program manager for the USDA Office of Partnerships and Public Engagement, Williams expands access to education and career opportunities for 1890 institutions, Hispanic-serving institutions and youth across the country.

Before joining USDA, he served in the United States Marine Corps during Operation Desert Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom and later guided student success and development as an assistant dean at George Washington University.

On the next episode of Elevate Podcast, Williams shares how service, education and purpose have shaped his leadership journey.

Watch the new episode June 10 on YouTube and all major streaming platforms.

🔗 Visit https://1890.info/3SeBSKL to subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay updated.

Meet our P*e Dee Extension region summer , Jayden Briggs and Saniyah Davis. These students will be making an impact thi...
06/04/2026

Meet our P*e Dee Extension region summer , Jayden Briggs and Saniyah Davis. These students will be making an impact this summer under the leadership of Extension director Tene Williams-Johnson. 👏🏽

06/04/2026

This month on Growing Palmetto, we're celebrating the Class of 2026. 🎓

Hear from Avery Franklin and Tyler Hutchinson as they reflect on their experiences as 1890 Ag Innovation Scholars and share how the program helped shape their academic and professional journeys.

🔗 Watch the latest episode at https://1890.info/4veMeLX.

Meet our Midlands Extension region summer , Kariemah Curry and Sheridan Tucker-Staley. These students will be making an...
06/04/2026

Meet our Midlands Extension region summer , Kariemah Curry and Sheridan Tucker-Staley. These students will be making an impact this summer under the leadership of Extension director Christopher Green. 👏🏽

Meet our Low Country Extension region summer , Moneisha Jenkins and Zamere Dailey. These students will be making an imp...
06/02/2026

Meet our Low Country Extension region summer , Moneisha Jenkins and Zamere Dailey. These students will be making an impact this summer under the leadership of Extension director Cornelius Hamilton. 👏🏽

06/02/2026

On the new episode of Growing Palmetto, our scholars helped lay the foundation for homeownership, turning a dream into reality for Sherrell Keitt, recipient of Habitat for Humanity’s 100th home. 🏠

🔗 Watch the latest episode of Growing Palmetto and hear this inspiring story of partnership, perseverance and impact: https://1890.info/4veMeLX.

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