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The Sea Pines Resort Establishes a Scholarship at USCB

Sea Pines Scholarship and Chancellor
From left to right: Tim Daniels, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development and Alumni Relations at USCB; Mirna Tomic, Director of Human Resources for The Sea Pines Resort; Al M. Panu, Chancellor of USCB; Steven M. Birdwell, President of The Sea Pines Resort

The Sea Pines Resort has established an endowed scholarship at the University of South Carolina Beaufort through its nonprofit organization, The Sea Pines Resort Community Fund. The need-based scholarship will be awarded annually to a student majoring in Hospitality, Resort and Tourism Management.

“USCB’s hospitality management program is so important to our community,” said Steve Birdwell, President of The Sea Pines Resort. “With this scholarship, we hope to create opportunities for students to succeed both academically and professionally and know that our commitment will benefit Hilton Head Island for years to come.” 

USCB offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Hospitality, Resort and Tourism Management. The program is based at the university’s Hilton Head Island campus. In addition to coursework, students gain valuable hands-on work experience at the island’s world-class hotels and resorts, including The Sea Pines Resort.

Graduates of the program work in leadership and management positions in a wide range of settings including lodging, food service, golf courses, resort operations, arenas, private clubs and retirement facilities.

Situated within the 5,000-acre Sea Pines community on Hilton Head Island, The Sea Pines Resort has attracted generations of travelers and guests for more than 60 years.

The mission of The Sea Pines Resort Community Fund is to support local charities and provide community investments in the Lowcountry.

For information on establishing an endowed or annual scholarship at USCB, contact Tim Daniels, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development and Alumni Relations, at (843) 208-8258 or tdaniels@uscb.edu.

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JJ 11/08/2024