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Fun Local Trivia
  1. Orangeburg was named for William IV, Prince of Orange.
  2. The town's nickname is "The Garden City."
  3. Orangeburg played a major role in the Civil Rights Movement. Students from both Claflin and South Carolina State College and residents of Orangeburg's black community held marches, sit-ins, and hunger strikes to protest economic retaliation against locals seeking school integration. The city was also the scene of the Orangeburg massacre.
Notable Natives
  • Shelton Benjamin – professional wrestler
  • Monique Coleman – actress and singer, best known for "High School Musical" and "High School Musical 2"
  • Bob Corker – U.S. senator
  • Bill Spiers – former professional baseball player
Points of Interest Edisto Memorial Gardens

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The local atmosphere at Claflin and in the surrounding environment of Orangeburg is quite tranquil and relaxing. The University has maintained most of its historic buildings, which adds a Southern charm to the atmosphere for its students and visitors alike. The natural environment on its own is quite peaceful, but the students and locals bring the small town of Orangeburg to life. The town is very appreciative that it is home to two major universities in South Carolina—Claflin and South Carolina State University—and the locals love to meet and interact with the variety of college students here.

However, since Orangeburg is so small—the population is less than 15,000—there is not much activity in the town itself, and many students prefer to head off to bigger cities like Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and Columbia where there are a variety of things for them to do. However, all students agree that Orangeburg is one of the best places to get away from the hustle and bustle of the real world. The town is calm, and there are no distractions to affect a student’s academic potential, which gives Claflin students a big advantage in their college careers.

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Local Atmosphere at Claflin University

bbmims

Computer and Information Sciences '15

2.7
C+

Orangeburg

The town my school is very quiet and quaint at times but not in a good neighborhood .

Apr 25, 2012

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nichole6793

Criminal Justice and Corrections '11

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Clalfin Life

The safety here on campus is pretty safe. I am mostly on campus because I have fun on campus. And I am not really sure about the locations in my area because I am not from this town.

Oct 26, 2011

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ashagivnes

Sociology '14

5.0
A+

On the Hill Top High

Claflin is in the center of Orangeburg. It is a very pretty and clam atmosphere. There are plenty of places to go to eat but not so much to do. The campus is very small and it feels like a home away from home. I love where I am located at and I wouldn't change it for the world.

Aug 21, 2011

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User rating for Claflin University - Local Atmosphere is 3.5 out of 5 based on 11 user reviews.

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Claflin University - H.V. Manning LibraryH.V. Manning Library
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University Dining Hall This is the campus dining center. The 1869 Club, which is for faculty and staff only, is on the top floor.
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Shopping Centers Prince of Orange Mall
Distances to Nearest Major Cities
  • Charleston: SC: 1 hour, 15 minutes
  • Columbia: SC: 45 minutes

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Carmike Camelot 4
2016 Columbia Rd.
Orangeburg
(803) 536-6352

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