The James E. Clyburn Scholarship & Research
Foundation invites golfers, families and supporters to a weekend of service, fellowship, and celebration
The 36th Annual Rudolph Canzater Memorial Classic will be held July 30 – August 2 in Santee, South Carolina. The annual event brings together business leaders, community advocates, and golf enthusiasts from across the country for one of South Carolina’s most impactful and anticipated traditions.
Held along the scenic 110,000-acre Lake Marion, the Classic continues its decadeslong mission of supporting educational pursuits and healthcare awareness along South Carolina’s I-95 Corridor. Proceeds from the event fund need-based scholarships for high school graduates and college students who live or attend school in South Carolina’s 6th Congressional district. To date, the tournament has funded more than 1,850 college scholarships totaling over $5.7 million and has
contributed more than $4.2 million in endowments at South Carolina colleges and universities.
“Each year the Rudolph Canzater Memorial Classic reminds us of the power of community and what we can accomplish when we come together with a shared purpose,” said event director Angela Clyburn. “From expanding access to education
to addressing critical health disparities along the I-95 corridor, this effort reflects our unwavering commitment to uplifting the next generation and strengthening communities across South Carolina.”
Itinerary of Events
Thursday, July 30 – Back to School Bash
Kicking off the weekend,
the Back to School Bash provides free book bags, school supplies, and haircuts for youth of all ages. Since 2014, the initiative has distributed over 6,000 book bags and provided more than 500 haircuts, alongside food, games, and family-friendly activities.
Friday, July 31 – Ollie Johnson Memorial I-95 Health Fair
A cornerstone of the Classic, this free health fair offers screenings and access to healthcare professionals and resources. Renamed in 2010 to honor founding advocate Ollie Johnson, the event addresses the urgent health disparities facing rural communities along the I-95 corridor – often referred to as “the buckle on the stroke belt.” For over 13 years, the health fair has served thousands of residents who might not otherwise have access to essential healthcare services.
Saturday & Sunday (August 1 and 2) – Golf Tournament
The tournament will be played across three premier
courses in the Santee area (Lake Marion Golf Course, Santee Cooper Country Club, and Santee National Golf Club).
- Team Registration: $540
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Individual Registration: $275
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Registration Deadline: Thursday, July 30 at 5:00 PM
Saturday, August 1 – Emily Clyburn Family & Friends Luncheon
Held at the Santee Convention Center, the luncheon offers attendees an afternoon of fellowship, featuring an inspiring speaker, entertainment, and classic games of Bridge, Bid Whist, and Bingo. Proceeds benefit the Emily Clyburn Project at the Girls Scouts of America and the Emily England Clyburn Honors College Scholars Endowment at South Carolina State University.
Saturday, August 1 – Scholarship Banquet
This celebratory event honors scholarship recipients from across the 6th Congressional District, recognizing outstanding students and reinforcing the Classic’s commitment to educational advancement.
Saturday, August 1 – Jazz Party
An evening of music and connection, the Jazz Party brings together golfers, sponsors, and community leaders for a vibrant celebration.
Sunday, August 2 – Golf Awards Banquet
The weekend concludes with the Gold Awards Luncheon. All events, except golf, will be held at the Santee Convention Center, 1737 Bass Drive, Santee, South Carolina 29142. To register or sponsor, please visit https://canzaterclassic.com/or email angela. clyburnfoundation@gmail.com for more information.
Rollins-Kent named director of residence life and housing at SC State University
South Carolina State University has appointed Joelle L. Rollins-Kent as the new director of residence life and housing.
“I am excited to have Ms. Rollins join our team and look forward to the leadership, innovation, and student-centered vision she will bring to our residential community,” said Dr. Tamara Jeffries, vice president for student affairs. “Her leadership will be instinctual in fostering safe, inclusive, and engaging residential environments that support student success both inside and outside of the classroom.”
As the director, Rollins-Kent provides strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the university’s residential communities. Her duties include overseeing residence hall operations, occupancy and housing assignments while supervising housing staff, including professional, administrative and student community advisers.
She also collaborates with Student Life and Leadership, Public Safety, Facilities, Enrollment Management and other campus partners, ensuring that students have a safe, supportive and engaging living environment.
Rollins-Kent brings more than a decade of progressively responsible experience in university housing and residence life, with leadership positions at the College of Coastal Georgia, Georgia State University, Clark Atlanta University and the University of Cincinnati. Most recently, she served as interim director of Residence Life and University Housing at the College
of Coastal Georgia, where she oversaw housing operations for more than 700 students.
Throughout her career, she has supervised professional and student staff, managed housing operations and budgets, coordinated crisis response and student conduct processes, and developed programs that foster student success, leadership
and engagement. She also has extensive experience with the StarRez housing management system, overseeing room assignments, occupancy management, inventory and other key housing operations.
Rollins-Kent holds a Master of Science in Education and a Bachelor of Social Work from Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
