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    Cobras Men's Soccer Makes History with Record Season and Sweet Sixteen Finish

    The Coker University Men’s Soccer team capped an unforgettable season with their first NCAA Division II Sweet Sixteen appearance since joining the South Atlantic Conference. Highlights included a 13-game winning streak, 51 goals (a program record), and being named South Atlantic Conference (SAC) Regular Season Co-Champions.
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    Students Shine at National STEM Conference

    Students Kenny Bell, Rachel Grove, and Caroline Myers were selected to attend the prestigious S-STEM Scholars & PI Meeting in Chicago this November. The conference, which drew over 1,700 participants from across the nation, provided an invaluable opportunity for these students to network with peers, learn from industry experts, and gain exposure to cutting-edge research.
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    Student Wins Category in State Singing Competition

    First-year Vocal Performance major Cole Chase-Cochrane won first place in the Musical Theatre category for Non-Traditional Students at the South Carolina National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Student Auditions held at Newberry College this October. Cole’s victory advances him to the Regional level of the competition.
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    Business Students Achieve Global Top 10 in GLO-BUS Simulation

    Congratulations to the Capstone Philosophers, a team of students from the BUS490 School of Business Capstone class, for achieving a Global Top 10 ranking in the GLO-BUS Simulation for two consecutive weeks! Competing against 2,994 teams from approximately 150 universities worldwide, they secured the #9 spot for Overall Game-to-Date Score.
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    College of Health Professions Celebrates Annual White Coat Ceremony

    The College of Health Professions proudly hosted its annual White Coat Ceremony on Thursday, November 7, at the Elizabeth Boatwright Coker Performing Arts Center. This time-honored tradition welcomed 81 of the 116 eligible students into the next stage of their nursing education.
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    Coker University Names Braden Shain Vice President of Advancement

    HARTSVILLE, S.C. — Coker University is pleased to announce Braden Shain as its new Vice President of Advancement. With more than a decade of experience in higher education fundraising and a proven track record of fostering donor relationships and exceeding contribution goals, Shain brings dynamic leadership and an inspiring vision to this vital role.
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    Coker University to Host Book Signing for A Curious Heart: The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Boatwright Coker

    Coker University will host a special book signing event for A Curious Heart: The Life and Letters of Elizabeth Boatwright Coker. This moving literary biography explores the life and legacy of one of South Carolina’s most celebrated authors. The event will take place on Wednesday, November 20, at 6 p.m. in the Stein Gallery on Coker University’s campus.
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    Coker's "Strike As One" Homecoming Giving Campaign

    Coker University is proud to announce the tremendous success of its 2024 “Strike As One” Homecoming Giving Campaign, which ran from October 22 to October 27. The campaign rallied the Coker community around a shared goal and, in just five days, garnered 461 donors and raised a remarkable $205,858 in support of the University.
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    Coker University Raises $170,000 to Strengthen the James Wayne Lemke Chair Endowment

    Coker University proudly announces that $170,000 has been raised to benefit the James Wayne Lemke Chair in College Services and Leadership Endowment. This initiative continues the legacy of Dr. Jim Lemke, a beloved professor whose commitment to student success and educational excellence left a lasting impact on the university.
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    Coker University Celebrates Innovation with Four Semifinalists in SC Statewide Pitch Competition

    Coker University is thrilled to announce that four of its innovative student teams have advanced to the semifinals of the prestigious 5th Annual ‘SC Innovates’ Statewide Student Pitch Competition. Coker's impressive showing, with the second-highest number of semifinalists across the nine participating universities, highlights its students' entrepreneurial spirit and creativity.
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