Founders

Sept. 15-22, 2022

Kimbel Library

Coastal Carolina University Archives and the Founders Week committee will showcase an exhibit on the first floor of Kimbel Library, featuring an overview of the institution’s history and acknowledgment of its founders.

Friday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m.

Tradition Lawn 

Join the campus community at a dedication ceremony for DeCenzo Hall in honor of President Emeritus David A. DeCenzo and his wife, Theresa (Terri) M. DeCenzo, and their 18 years of service in masterfully orchestrating the transformation of a regional institution that is now nationally recognized both academically and athletically.

Friday, Sept. 16, 7 p.m.

Wheelwright Auditorium

The CCU community is invited to be a part of this historical event as President Emeritus David A. DeCenzo is recognized as an honorary founder.

The annual Founders Day celebration was initiated in 1987 as the University’s way to express appreciation to its 17 original founders and the former directors of Coastal Carolina Junior College. Since 1998, those whose spirit and determination have shaped the historic, academic, and physical development of the University and higher education in the region have been recognized as honorary founders.

Saturday, Sept. 17, 1 p.m. kickoff

Brooks Stadium

Let’s fill Brooks Stadium as the Chanticleers take on the University at Buffalo on the surf turf. Fans are encouraged to show up early, be loud, and wear WHITE. 

CCU students must swipe their CINO cards for entry into the game. Students should enter Brooks Stadium through Gate 2.

Sunday, Sept. 18, 8-9 a.m. and 9-10 a.m.

Brooks Stadium (enter through Gate 2) 

Volunteers will sort waste –recyclables and compostables – generated at the CCU football game. The aim is to divert 90% of the waste generated in Brooks Stadium through composting, recycling, and donation. All training and materials will be provided.

Click here to volunteer for the Zero Waste football campus service project.

Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2 p.m.

Prince Lawn

On Sept. 20, 1954, Coastal Carolina Junior College opened as a branch of the College of Charleston. Fifty-three students enrolled, taught by a handful of part-time faculty, with classes meeting after hours in Conway High School.

President Michael T. Benson and Provost Daniel J. Ennis invite the campus community to a birthday celebration commemorating the founding of the University. Enjoy a cupcake while listening to the Chanticleer Regiment, join in on singing “Happy Birthday” with members of the CCU Concert Choir, and pick up some Teal Tuesday swag!

Tuesday, Sept. 20, 7 p.m.

Edwards Recital Hall

Each year, the HTC Distinguished Teacher-Scholar Lecturer Award is presented to a CCU faculty member who demonstrates outstanding teaching and brings about student learning through scholarship and mentoring. The 2022 award winner is Charles Clary, MFA, associate professor of visual art.

As the winner of this award, made possible through a generous donation from the Horry Telephone Cooperative, Clary will present a public lecture on the loss of his mother and father due to smoke-related cancers, titled “Memento Mori: The Fragility of Life.”

Clary’s artwork is on exhibit in the Rebecca Randall Bryan Art Gallery.

Wednesday, Sept 21, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m. to noon; or 12:30-1:30 p.m.

CCU Arboretum (next to Wheelwright Auditorium)

Volunteers will assist CCU grounds staff with the installation of mulch at the new CCU Arboretum. All materials and training will be provided. The CCU Arboretum is a public garden, research facility, and green space located on our campus. The 1.5-acre arboretum features a collection of trees that are indigenous to the area and found throughout the campus.

Click here to volunteer for the CCU Arboretum campus service project.

Wednesday. Sept. 21, 10-11 a.m.; 11 a.m. to noon.

Conway Beautification Department – 2940 Jerry Barnhill Drive, Conway, SC 29527

Round trip CCU shuttle transportation will be provided. 

Volunteers will assist the city of Conway with a variety of holiday prep work.

Click here to volunteer for the city of Conway holiday prep work community service project.

Thursday, Sept. 22, 9:30-10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m.to noon; or 12:30-1:30 p.m.

CCU Arboretum (next to Wheelwright Auditorium)

 Volunteers will assist CCU grounds staff with the installation of mulch at the new CCU Arboretum. All materials and training will be provided. The CCU Arboretum is a public garden, research facility, and green space located on our campus. The 1.5-acre arboretum features a collection of trees that are indigenous to the area and found throughout the campus.

Click here to volunteer for the CCU Arboretum campus service project.

Thursday, Sept. 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hicks Dining Hall

Step back in time as Hicks Dining Hall is transformed for lunch into a 1950s diner to commemorate the year CCU was founded – 1954. Enjoy a selection of burgers, hot dogs, tuna melts, onion rings, and root beer floats.

Lunch: $9.75 / Faculty/Staff* $7.50

*Fac/staff meal plan $6.50 per meal or less. Cash, credit card, Dining Dollars, and CINO Cash.

Thursday, Sept. 22, 9 p.m.

Student Union Theater, Lib Jackson Student Union

 Test your CCU knowledge and learn about Coastal’s history and traditions during CCU Trivia Game Night presented by Coastal Activities Board (CAB) and the Teal and Bronze Society.