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Announcements
Sign up for Recovery Ally Training
The Recovery Ally Training teaches members of the Gamecock Community about substance use disorder and recovery. Attend virtual training Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Antibody testing now available at no cost
The University of South Carolina is asking students, faculty and staff for their help to determine how widespread COVID-19 has been in our community by getting a no cost (FREE) antibody test.
Virtual commencement ceremony Aug. 8
Spring and summer 2020 graduates will be honored in a pre-recorded virtual ceremony beginning at noon on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Dates and Deadlines
Face-to-Face Instruction Ends (last day for in-person exams)
Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
Ongoing through Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020
Remote Class Day
Monday, Nov. 30, 2020
Remote Class Day
Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020
Reading Day
Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020
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Stories for Parents
3 professors earn AAAS honor for scientific accomplishments
Three faculty members in the University of South Carolina College of Arts and Sciences have been elected fellows in the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The recognition is an honor bestowed by a scientist’s peers to recognize distinguished contributions to science.
UofSC No. 1 in U.S. in sport science for fourth time
The University of South Carolina’s sport science programs are ranked No. 1 in the United States for the fourth consecutive year in the Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments.
UofSC center improving access to health care in rural communities
A center based at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia is working to put boots on the ground to improve access to health care for South Carolinians in rural communities.