Students, faculty and staff at the University of South Carolina can expect a more connected and innovative experience this fall.
What’s new
The Division of IT expanded Wi-Fi coverage in Thomas Cooper Library, Hollings Library, Close-Hipp Building and Gambrell Hall, as well as upgraded network closets to improve speed, reliability and future scalability over the summer.
Why it matters
Whether you're streaming lectures, collaborating on research or connecting between classes, better Wi-Fi means fewer disruptions and more productivity.
Even bigger news
USC launched a groundbreaking partnership with OpenAI to bring ChatGPT Edu to all students, faculty and staff in August—making USC the first university in South Carolina to offer secure, enterprise-level access to AI tools. The partnership puts ChatGPT Edu directly in the hands of students, faculty and staff—securely and affordably.
The impact
- Smarter research, writing and collaboration
- Enhanced teaching and learning with real-time AI support
- A future-ready campus community equipped for tech-driven innovation
Learn more
Explore ChatGPT Edu resources and how to get started here