A South Carolina college could close after 179 years if it can't find $6 million by Tuesday

A South Carolina college could close after 179 years if it can’t find $6 million by Tuesday

After nearly 200 years as an institution of higher education, Limestone College will soon close its doors.

A South Carolina college could close after 179 years if it can't find $6 million by Tuesday

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) - A South Carolina university could soon close its doors after 179 years unless it can secure a significant sum of money. Limestone University in Gaffney, SC held meetings with students and staff on Wednesday to inform them the college is facing "financial uncertainty," which could lead to the school switching to a fully-online model or permanently closing. According to a press release on the college website, Limestone's Boa…

'Where do we go from here:' Students, athletes react to possible closure of South Carolina institution

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) — A nearly two-century-old institution is facing a crossroads that could change its legacy. Limestone University in Gaffney may soon become an online-only school — or worse, close its doors completely. After 179 years of educating students in person, Limestone University is facing severe financial uncertainty. The university's board of trustees said that without an immediate $6 million in support, they may be forced to shut …

Amid uncertain times, prayer walk held at Limestone University

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) -- Students, parents, neighbors, and alumni gathered on Limestone University's campus to pray for the future of the community on Friday. The hour-long event was organized by Campus Minister Iman Bolden, after the university announced that they may have to permanently shut down on Wednesday. In short, the college is facing “financial uncertainty." The university’s board of trustees said without an immediate $6 million in supp…

'Where do we go from here:' Students, athletes react to possible closure of Limestone University

GAFFNEY, S.C. (WSPA) — A nearly two-century-old institution is facing a crossroads that could change its legacy. Limestone University in Gaffney may soon become an online-only school — or worse, close its doors completely. After 179 years of educating students in person, Limestone University is facing severe financial uncertainty. The university's board of trustees said without an immediate $6 million in support, they may be forced to shut down …