Rose Newton Elected First Female Chairwoman of University of South Carolina’s Governing Board
Rose Newton has been elected as the first female chairwoman of the University of South Carolina's governing board, a position she will hold following Thad Westbrook's tenure. This appointment marks a significant milestone in the university's nearly 225-year history. Newton,…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 24, 2026 —
Rose Newton has been elected as the first female chairwoman of the University of South Carolina’s (USC) governing board. Her tenure will commence following the conclusion of Thad Westbrook’s term.
This appointment represents a significant milestone in the university’s history, which spans nearly 225 years. Newton, who is a third-generation banker and an alumna of USC, has been an active member of the board since 2018. Prior to her election as chairwoman, she served as vice chair for a period of four years.
The trend of women leading university boards in South Carolina is further highlighted by other institutions. Currently, Clemson University, the College of Charleston, and Coastal Carolina University are also under the leadership of women at the helm of their respective governing boards.
Story summarized from the original created by Jessica Holdman on scdailygazette.com, see more information here.
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