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Leadership and Service Center

Faculty and Staff

Courtney Smith

Title: Director
Leadership and Service Center
Email: courtneysmith@sc.edu
Phone: 803-777-7774
Office: Russell House 227C
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I believe student involvement is critical to the student experience. I am happy to talk with any student at any time to ensure their experience is what they want it to be and they are getting everything they need for their growth, development, and success in their time at and beyond USC.

Contact for

Questions on how to get involved on campus, leadership programming, student organizations, service programs, neighborhood relations and off-campus housing support, general collaborations and initiatives related to the Leadership and Service Center.


Background

Courtney joins USC having spent the last decade contributing to a wide range of high-impact student initiatives. Her previous work includes supporting student organizations, programming and events, open expression, fitness and wellness initiatives, student government and university housing. Courtney has served as a faculty associate in higher education programs and is thrilled to continue to expand her experience and expertise at USC.


CliftonStrengths Top 5

  1. Achiever
  2. Competition
  3. Analytical
  4. Focus
  5. Consistency

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Education

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Innovation
Arizona State University

M.Ed. in Higher Education Administration
University of Miami

B.S. in Communications
University of Illinois


Hometown

Darien, Illinois


Personal

In her free time, Courtney enjoys spending time with her family and exploring their new home, South Carolina. She loves taking on fitness endeavors and trying fitness and wellness trends. She is sports fan of many types and teams and is so excited to be a part of Gamecock nation!


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