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On Wednesday, Feb. 26, students in the College of Charleston Orchestra will have the experience of a lifetime performing in one of the most prestigious venues in the world — Carnegie Hall. Their performance, together with performances by the Charleston Symphony and Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra, will give a taste of the cultural jewels of Charleston. 

Under the direction of Yuriy Bekker, conductor of the College’s orchestra, these artistic powerhouses will pay tribute to Charleston’s exceptional musical legacy and connections to New York City. The College’s ensemble will play Antonín Dvořák’s New World Symphony Finale, which premiered in Carnegie Hall; professor of music Yiorgos Vassilandonakis’s Corsaro, which will have its New York premiere; and former CofC music professor Trevor Weston’s Subwaves. A Charleston Concerto by music professor Edward Hart ’88 will be performed by the Charleston Symphony.

To celebrate the debut of the CofC orchestra at Carnegie Hall, a pre-concert alumni happy hour will be held in the heart of New York City, and on the eve of the concert, a lavish College of Charleston/Charleston Symphony reception will be held at the University Club, a premier social club.

Many thanks to Bekker, the Charleston Symphony, the Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra and the College’s donors, including Frank and Peggy Oldham, for making this event possible.

Information and tickets for the concert and related events can be found at go.charleston.edu/carnegie-hall.

Fast Track to Success

The College has introduced an accelerated Executive MBA program – the only one of its kind offered in South Carolina. Tailored for working professionals seeking to elevate their business careers, the program is designed to empower individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in executive roles while also accommodating their demanding schedules.

Recognizing the commitments of working professionals, the program will utilize a hybrid class format to provide flexibility without compromising academic rigor. The 18-month curriculum is crafted to cover a comprehensive array of foundational business topics, including leadership, strategic management and executive decision-making. Emphasis is placed on integrating real-world experience and case studies tailored to address executive-level challenges.

“The diverse perspectives of regional and national business leaders working in a cohort environment is an attractive feature for individuals looking to advance their careers in business,” says Ron Magnuson, executive director of graduate and executive programs for the College’s School of Business.

Fortune magazine says people typically receive a $10,000 to $15,000 annual salary increase after completing an EMBA. Research also shows that EMBAs have a higher median return on investment than other advanced business degrees. Visit go.charleston.edu/emba to learn more.