"We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill

Welcome to MOMENTUM

Scholarship Empowers Students to Learn Differently

Sabine Lang has seen numerous people struggle with dyslexia and come out on top. “Dyslexia is probably one of the most misunderstood conditions in our society,” says Lang. “It is not a disability; it’s a learning...
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Karen Linehan Mroz Leaves a Lasting Legacy at the College of Charleston

The College of Charleston community is feeling the loss of one of its greatest champions, Karen Linehan Mroz, who passed away January 13, 2024. Karen made an impact on many lives around the globe and shared...
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Paying It Forward

“Thanks to my scholarships, I have gained a firm foundation in chemistry, receiving hands-on experience with research and have had the opportunity to study abroad in both Spain and Ecuador,” says Anthony Rovinski ’24.
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Scholarships Unlock Potential

“CofC has enabled me to unlock my full potential as an engineering student and leader,” says Sydney Pearson ’25 reflecting on her years at the College.
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U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris Inspires Students

“The College has provided me with experiences and a level of security beyond words,” says Madison Meeks ’25 who attended VP Kamala Harris’ “Fight for Freedoms” College tour.
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My name is Adeline Ríos. And this is my story.

On Thursday, March 30, 2023, a reception to celebrate donors who have established a scholarship or award at the College of Charleston took place at the Francis Marion hotel. More than 100 donors had the opportunity...
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About Momentum


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!

Latest Stories

Scholarship Empowers Students to Learn Differently
January 22, 2024
Karen Linehan Mroz Leaves a Lasting Legacy at the College of Charleston
January 19, 2024
Paying It Forward
December 18, 2023

Scholarship Recipient Profiles

Savana Kate Schwanda ’25 • Lexington, SC
November 21, 2023
Olivia Yalden ’23 • Toms River, NJ
June 16, 2023
Jaheim President ’23 • Summerville, SC
June 16, 2023

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