The University of South Carolina Upstate is seeking a vendor to market and sell class rings and graduation announcements. The selected vendor will manage promotional activities, order processing, inventory, payment processing, and fulfillment for graduating students. The procurement is a product-focused university contract tied to the academic calendar and includes coordination with university officials on branding, pricing, and distribution logistics.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from University Of South Carolina Upstate
Spartanburg County Commission for Higher Education Agenda
Date: Feb 19, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The agenda included the review and approval of the fiscal year 2026 budget as recommended by the Finance and Executive Committees. Key reports were presented by the Finance, Athletics, Academic Affairs, and Buildings and Grounds committees, as well as a report from the Chancellor. Discussion items also featured a request for Title III grant matching funds to support student success initiatives, a recognition presentation for the Past Chair, and an executive session.
Spartanburg County Commission for Higher Education Meeting Agenda
Date: Apr 23, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The meeting includes a campus community presentation by the Honorable Harold Mitchell regarding his professional path and experiences. The agenda features reports from the Chair, Chancellor, and the Treasurer/Finance Committee, including a review of the budget versus actuals. Additionally, various committees including Athletics, Academic Affairs, and Buildings and Grounds will provide their respective status reports. The session concludes with a review of recruitment and terms matrices, an executive session, and a discussion of important upcoming dates.
USC Upstate Strategic Plan
Key Contacts
Public-sector contacts connected to University Of South Carolina Upstate.
Scott SmithAssistant Athletic Director for Video and Digital Strategy
Native sync to Salesforce & HubSpot
Date: Jun 10, 2026
Type: Strategic Plan
This Strategic Plan for USC Upstate outlines the University's direction to address the evolving needs of its students and the workforce amidst significant economic and demographic shifts in South Carolina. It focuses on five core "Spartan Priorities": Spartan Distinct, Spartan Recruit, Spartan Partner, Spartan Success, and Spartan Future, aiming to overcome challenges such as the shortage of highly skilled workers, increased competition, and the demand for more career path options.
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