Mahjong Tiles Fund Scholarships | Columbia News

The Columbia Gamecocks Alumni Chapter turned mahjong into magic, hosting a lively “Mahjong for Scholarships” event that raised funds to support local students pursuing higher education at USC. With Cocky the mascot joining in for photos and fun, the afternoon blended friendly competition with community spirit. Founded by Nina Heaton, the initiative successfully endowed its scholarship last year — now ready to award real financial aid to deserving students in Richland and Lexington counties. It’s proof that when a community comes together, dreams can be funded, one tile at a time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.wistv.com/2026/09/13/columbia-gamecocks-alumni-chapter-hosts-mahjong-fundraiser-scholarships/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/76894a886b0007ab Report issues to [email protected].