James Jim Holderman, controversial USC president of 13 years, dies at age 85 David Travis Bland and John Monk, The State (Columbia, S.C.)
Apr. 3 COLUMBIA, S.C. James B. Jim Holderman, the 25th president of the University of South Carolina from 1977 to 1990 who had a storied and controversial life that included two stints in federal prison, died Saturday. He was 85. The University of South Carolina community is saddened to learn of former President James Holderman s passing, the school said Saturday in a statement. The positive impact our university alumni continue to have in their communities is part of his legacy. We send our sincere condolences to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.