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- Jeremy Smith , Business Administration major

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- Dalisha Williams, Middle School Education major

Aaron Doctor
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- Aaron Doctor, Exercise and Sports Science major

John Ellis
"USCA has many different students from many different backgrounds, but one thing that ties us all together is the campus atmosphere. When I left high school I was scared that I was not going to meet anyone that would be as good as my friends back home. Within my first couple of days at USCA, I had more friends than I have ever had before."

- John Ellis, Communications major

TJ Langford
"During the course of my freshman and sophomore years, I was a resident in the Pacer Downs. When I first met my roommate my freshman year, we became the best of friends from the get-go. We found out that we were so much alike in many ways. We connected like brothers, and we are still roommates today during our junior year. "

- Anthony (T.J.) Langford, Communications major

TJ Johnston
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- TJ Johnston, Business Marketing major

Chris Brown
"Working on campus is a great opportunity for students at USC Aiken. You have the chance to meet so many faculty and staff members and see what happens behind the scenes here at school. Your job will also work around your class schedule because they always put academics first. "

- Chris Brown, Fine Arts major

Kelsey LopezdeVictoria
"I love living in the Honors housing here at USCA. Just living on campus makes participating in university events and activities that much easier. Living in the honors wing is an added bonus because it keeps me in close proximity with like-minded students who are committed to succeeding and in turn inspire me to reach my fullest potential. The atmosphere is great for learning."

- Kelsey LopezdeVictoria, Biology and Psychology double major

Jessica Walters
"Through the wide variety of classes and clubs, USCA offers a little something for everyone. Its small class sizes, charm, and personal professors make it the perfect choice."

- Jessica Walters, Nursing major

Thomas Mcleod
"As a sophomore at USCA, I have really enjoyed the college classroom setting. Since the class sizes aren’t too big, I can always get help from professors anytime I’m in need."

- Thomas Mcleod, Exercise and Sports Science major

Alyssa Gadsden
"Attending USC Aiken has been a great experience for me. From the campus events to classes and to housing, we are a like a family – a home away from home."

- Alyssa Gadsden, Chemistry major

Alesha Jones
"I love attending USC Aiken because I feel as if am in a family oriented environment. What I love most about is its location, the independence you gain from attending, and our Pacer spirit!"

- Alesha Jones, Communications major

Dana Hallat
"I never thought I would meet people from all around the world on such a small campus. You can find the best of both worlds: the advantages of a big campus in a small, friendlier environment."

- Dana Hallat, Biology (pre-dental) major

USC Aiken News


Donor Leaves $1.3 Million Gift for Scholarships

Aug 20, 2009

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On August 19, USC Aiken received a $1.3 million gift from the estate of Mrs. Leona "Lee" Gausmann Kaber.

Kaber passed away on June 7, 2008 at the age of 88. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Kaber lived in Aiken since 1952 and was a member of All Saints Anglican Church of Aiken.

"The Kabers were very generous and caring people," said Dr. Deidre Martin, vice chancellor of University Advancement. "I had the pleasure of knowing Lee in recent years. While she did not have the same opportunities herself as a young person, she was very passionate about providing educational opportunities to young people to reach their dreams through a college education."

Prior to this gift, Kaber and her late husband, Donald, endowed two scholarships at the University in 1997, the "Donald M. and Leona G. Kaber Endowed Scholarship" and the "Donald M. and Leona G. Kaber School of Nursing Endowment."

The $1.3 million gift will provide need-based scholarships for deserving USC Aiken students with documented financial need. "This is such a wonderful gift for the University because countless students will benefit from the Kabers' generosity for many years to come through this scholarship program," explained Martin.

Kaber's gift becomes the fourth million-dollar (or more) contribution to USC Aiken in its 48-year history.  In addition, the USCA Family Fund, an internal fundraising effort among university faculty, staff, and retirees, recently passed the $1 million-mark in total gifts received since its beginning in 1980.

"I'm overwhelmed by the generosity of Mrs. Kaber as well as our contributors to the Family Fund," said Dr. Tom Hallman, chancellor. "In today's economy, our students and their families need every scholarship dollar they can get. A million dollars isn't just an impressive figure; it's a meaningful difference-maker in the lives of our students. For that, I'm most grateful."

check presentation photo (from left to right): USC President Harris Pastides, USC Aiken Chancellor Tom Hallman, Aiken Partnership Board President Chip Marvin, Kaber's Attorney Buzz Rich, and USC Aiken Distinguished Chancellor Emeritus Robert Alexander

 

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JAMES | Posted Aug 21, 2009 11:27 AM
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