LANCASTER, S.C. — Lancaster County awarded $1 million to the University of South Carolina Lancaster to fund the expansion of its nursing program.
A release from the county said the investment will support the construction of a new health education facility on the campus.
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This expansion is intended to provide students with updated medical technology and training resources.
The funds are provided through the Capital Projects Sales Tax III referendum, a measure approved by county voters in 2020.
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