03/19/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/19/2026 10:26
ORANGEBURG, S.C. - Claflin University will mark a historic milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony for its new Biotechnology and Innovation Center on Friday, March 20, at 12:30 p.m. The event will take place on Goff Avenue near the High Rise Residential Hall.
This transformative project represents a significant investment in Claflin's commitment to academic excellence, scientific advancement, and student success. The Biotechnology and Innovation Center will serve as a hub for cutting-edge research, hands-on learning, and interdisciplinary collaboration, positioning Claflin students at the forefront of emerging fields in science, technology, and innovation.
University leadership, faculty, students, community partners, and special guests will gather to celebrate the beginning of construction on a facility designed to expand opportunities in biotechnology and related disciplines. The center will support innovative teaching methods, research initiatives, and partnerships that prepare students to lead in a rapidly evolving global workforce.