Conway, SC, August 26, 2025
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Florence Eliza Glaze, a history professor at Coastal Carolina University, was arrested for driving under the influence following troubling behavior observed during her class. The university acted promptly, reassigning her classes and placing her on suspension while an investigation is conducted. Glaze, who has a history of legal troubles including previous DUI charges, was seen stumbling before campus police escorted her away. CCU emphasized its commitment to maintaining a safe educational environment for its students.
Conway, SC – Florence Eliza Glaze, a 61-year-old history professor at Coastal Carolina University (CCU), was arrested on Thursday and charged with driving under the influence (DUI). The arrest followed reports of concerning behavior exhibited by Glaze during her class on the same day, raising alarms among university officials.
Emergency responses from campus police and faculty were initiated as soon as her behavior came to light. Due to the incident, CCU has reassigned Glaze’s classes to other faculty members to ensure student safety and continuity in education.
Glaze has been a faculty member at CCU since 2003, where she has held several prominent positions, including chair of the history department and co-director of the university’s honors program. Notably, the incident occurred just two days into the university’s fall semester, impacting students early in the academic calendar.
A recorded student video depicted Glaze reportedly “stumbling into the building” before she was escorted out by campus police. Officers on the scene commented on her condition, noting signs of alcohol consumption. Following her arrest, Glaze was held at the J. Reuben Long Detention Center, where she later posted a bond of $992 for her release.
This was not Glaze’s first brush with the law. In February, she was previously arrested for driving with a suspended license and for failing to return license plates and registration; these charges were disposed of as a “not guilty bench trial.” In June 2021, she faced further charges, including DUI, disobeying a police officer, and having open containers of alcohol in her vehicle following a crash that resulted in damage to a mailbox. During the June incident, authorities found an open container of boxed wine and several bottles of champagne in her car.
As a response to the recent incident, CCU has placed Glaze on suspension while an ongoing investigation is conducted. The university emphasized its commitment to maintaining a safe and respectful learning environment for all students and staff.
The current situation has raised discussions about faculty conduct and the importance of providing a positive educational experience at CCU. The university has asserted that it will take necessary actions based on the findings of the investigation to ensure student well-being and uphold its academic standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
What charges is Florence Eliza Glaze facing?
Florence Eliza Glaze has been charged with driving under the influence (DUI) following her arrest on Thursday.
What actions has CCU taken in response to the incident?
CCU has reassigned Glaze’s classes to other faculty members and placed her on suspension pending an ongoing investigation.
What is Glaze’s professional background at CCU?
Glaze has been a professor at CCU since 2003 and has served as the chair of the history department and co-director of the university’s honors program.
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- WPDE: CCU Professor Arrested for DUI
- Wikipedia: Driving Under the Influence
- Myrtle Beach Online: CCU Professor DUI Arrest
- Google Search: Coastal Carolina University
- WMBF News: CCU Professor Arrest
- Google Scholar: Florence Eliza Glaze
- WBTW: CCU Professor Charged with DUI
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Alcoholism
- WFXB: CCU Professor DUI After Crash
- Google News: Florence Eliza Glaze DUI
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