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Are you new to academia and looking for ways to connect with other scholars in or outside of your field of expertise? Need to jump-start your career and are looking for mentors to guide you? Then SCWHE events are a wonderful opportunity for you!

2025 SCWHE Annual Conference

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Benefits

You become a member of SCWHE when you support, participate and/or contribute to SCWHE activities. There are no membership dues.

Be a part of a dynamic group of individuals who support the advancement of women  – Get involved in SCWHE!

Network with higher education professionals
Participate in a variety of development training workshops for your personal and professional growth

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Communicate with your counterparts at other SC institutions
Meet
women leaders
Attend the annual conference to learn about current issues and trends facing higher education

ACE Women's Network Partner

SCWHE is a partner of the American Council on Education Women’s Network, which provides the national direction for women’s leadership development and career advancement.

Valuable professional development

National System

Advancing women in higher education

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Women of Color Virtual Workshop

About the Workshop

Annually conducted, this workshop creates a space for individuals who identify as women of color within South Carolina’s higher education institutions and organizations. It serves as a platform for these individuals to exchange inspiration and support, fostering a collaborative environment that contributes to their professional development.

SCWHE Virtual Series

About the Session

Preparation for leadership is ongoing. Whether you are a seasoned leader or new to your role, this session will cover strategies to ensure you are ready for the next position. Topics include leadership continuity and succession planning, goal setting, and effective career progression. Additional emphasis will be on maintaining safe, secure and healthy work environments while fostering leadership growth.

About the Presenter

Dr. Rosline Sumpter is the Vice President for Academics, Student Affairs, and Research at the South Carolina Technical College System Office. In her role, she oversees state-level academic and student initiatives for the 16 technical colleges and serves as the academic representative for the agency on several statewide committees. Prior to the Technical College System Office, Dr. Sumpter worked at the University of Maryland Baltimore County, the University of South Carolina, and Roche Pharmaceuticals. Dr. Sumpter is a recipient of the American Association of Women in Community Colleges Top 40 under 40 award and doctoral scholarship, SC Technical Education Association Staff of the Year, a graduate of Leadership South Carolina, and an Aspen Rising Presidents Fellow.

Dr. Sumpter earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Master of Education in Higher Education and Student Affairs, and a Doctor of Philosophy in Education Administration, all from the University of South Carolina. She is a native of Sumter, SC.

Institutional Reps

Who are the Institutional Representatives? They are the backbone of SCWHE. They are volunteers at educational institutions across the state who actively promote the mission and goals of SCHWE among their institutions. Is your education institution represented? If so, drop your rep an email and make a commitment to meet and share what is new. Is your institution not represented? Email an Executive Board Member to find out how to become an Institutional Representative.

Join Us

Be a part of a dynamic group of individuals who support the advancement of women – Get involved in SCWHE!

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