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Office of Parent & Family Programs
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university. Review our 2019-20 family calendar and handbook [pdf]. Contact us directly with questions or concerns at 800-868-6752 or scparents@sc.edu.
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Announcements
November Monthly Tips
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
Fall passport fairs to be held at Russell House
The University of South Carolina Postal Services hosts two passport fairs during the fall semester in the Student Mail Center in the basement of the Russell House.
October Monthly Tips
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
Dates and Deadlines
Thanksgiving Recess (no classes)
Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019
Classes Resume from Thanksgiving Break
Monday, Dec. 2, 2019
Last Day of Classes
Friday, Dec. 6, 2019
Reading Day
Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019
Final Examinations (includes exams on Saturdays)
Monday, Dec. 9, 2019
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Stories for Parents
First-generation students, faculty and alumni reflect on their college experiences
Attending college is a transformative experience, offering students the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and experiences that lead them to a fuller life. We spoke to first-generation college students, faculty and alumni to learn about their experiences on campus and beyond.
Student lands interview with acclaimed crime writer
In October, crime novelist James Ellroy visited the University of South Carolina for the 2019 Fall Literary Festival, sponsored by University Libraries and the English department. On his last day on campus, Ellroy sat down with junior English and theater major Susan Swavely for an interview at the School of Journalism and Mass Communications’ Kennedy Greenhouse Studio.
Opera at USC presents Carlisle Floyd's "Susannah" Nov. 1-3
Carlisle Floyd’s "Susannah" is one of the most beloved American operas. Under the direction of Ellen Douglas Schlaefer, the School of Music presents the opera at Drayton Hall Theatre Nov. 1-3.