College of Charleston

As more students take AP and dual-enrollment courses, the line between high school and college gets blurry.

Mike Switzer interviews Frank Hefner, Director Office of Economic Analysis and Professor of Economics at the College of Charleston.

Mike Switzer interviews Frank Hefner, Director Office of Economic Analysis and Professor of Economics at the College of Charleston.

While horror films and haunted houses scare teens for fun, the real fears they face are more personal. Nearly 60% of college students report mental health concerns, with stress and anxiety topping the list.

Today, only one in five students get enough exercise. While most elementary schools offer PE, access drops in high school, denying teens physical activity during a key stage of development. In response, the federal government has reintroduced the Presidential Fitness Test.

“C” is for College of Charleston. In 1785 the General Assembly passed an act creating a college “in or near the city of Charleston.”

“C” is for College of Charleston. In 1785 the General Assembly passed an act creating a college “in or near the city of Charleston.”

Nearly one in three U.S. teens report being cyberbullied. Of those, 64% say it affected their ability to learn and feel safe at school. October is National Bullying Prevention Month and is a time for schools and families to stay informed and offer practical solutions and support.

In his recent album Chopin: The Complete Nocturnes, Tom Hicks brings historic insights and artistic intuition to a cherished part of the piano repertoire.

As students return to classrooms, schools are closely monitoring health trends including mental health challenges, declining vaccination rates, and increasing absenteeism. Addressing these issues requires collaboration between schools, families, and community partners.