Fall 2025 Sustainable Carolina opportunities
October 22, 2025, Catherine Pruitt
Learn how to address real-world problems through hands-on experience with Sustainable Carolina, the student-led branch of the Office of Sustainability.
Recent Announcements
Faculty, staff invited to attend virtual Employee Insights Survey town halls Oct. 20
October 09, 2025, Jasmine Hunter
Faculty and staff can join one of two virtual town hall meetings on Oct. 20 to discuss the Employee Insights Survey with university leadership and Modern Think, which administered the survey.
Student Success Center launches AI-powered Cocky Scholars
August 22, 2025, Catherine Pruitt
The Student Success Center has launched Cocky Scholar — a personalized, on-demand study partner powered by ChatGPT. This innovative tool has been customized for USC students to give you the academic support you need, when you need it.
Carolina Cares: For when the unexpected becomes reality
February 21, 2025
The Carolina Cares Fund provides financial support to students facing unexpected and unforeseen financial hardships, ensuring you can continue your education without interruption.
AiM work management system will streamline maintenance requests
June 14, 2024, Koby Padgett
The AiM work management system launches July 1 to handle all maintenance requests across the Columbia campus.
Volunteers needed for move-in 2024
June 11, 2024, Collyn Taylor
It’s never too early to start thinking about the newest wave of Gamecocks who will be here in August, and the university needs help from faculty and staff to welcome the Class of 2028. Move-in volunteers will receive a T-shirt and meal card as an incentive for participating.
Human Resources announces Cocky Card program
May 10, 2024, Collyn Taylor
The Division of Human Resources announced a new employee appreciation program allowing faculty and staff to send branded e-cards to co-workers.
Parking launches ParkUSC
April 18, 2024, Koby Padgett
Parking and Transportation Services' new app called ParkUSC (Apple, Google Play) will help campus community members identify available spaces in campus parking lots.
Carolinian Creed Week is April 8-12
April 05, 2024, Maddie Lee
Creed Week will be held April 8-12. Events occurring during the week are used to uplift the values established in the Creed.
Celebrate Free Speech Week
October 12, 2023
Oct. 15-21 is national Free Speech Week. Created in 2005, Free Speech Week is designed to raise public awareness of the importance of freedom of speech and of a free press in our democracy.
Help shape the future of campus
October 12, 2023, Erin McDonald
USC is planning the future of campus, and we want to hear from you. Use the interactive map to pin your hangouts and most visited locations, as well as the spots that need improvement. We'll use this information to discover patterns, challenges and opportunities and design a plan for the future.
What's new for fall 2023
August 16, 2023, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina has spent the summer — and the past few years in one case — improving the Columbia campus for everyone. Let’s look at some of the biggest changes debuting this fall.
Teletherapy now available
April 28, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
USC students now have access to teletherapy without even making a phone call.
Apply for Sustainable Carolina
April 13, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Applications are now being accept for Sustainable Carolina, the student-led branch of the university's Office of Sustainability.
Give 4 Garnet
April 13, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Seniors graduating in May who give $20.23 or more during the Give 4 Garnet annual day of giving will receive a philanthropy graduation cord to wear at commencement for recognition as a USC donor.
Red Cross Bloodmobile on campus
March 30, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
In recognition of National Public Health Week, the Arnold School of Public Health will host the Red Cross Bloodmobile at College and Park Streets from 11 a.m. to 4 pm.m. Wednesday (April 5).
Students invited to 'Imagine Carolina'
August 24, 2022
This one-day retreat with UofSC President Michael Amiridis is a chance for students to share their perspectives, generate new ideas and help elevate the South Carolina experience even further.
On Your Time Initiatives
February 10, 2022, Sophie Karapatakis
The Office of On Your Time Initiatives can help with graduating on time or graduating early.
Register for mental health advocate certificate program
September 17, 2021, Office of Communications and Public Affairs
Register for the Together We Can Certificate Program to increase your mental health competency and become a mental health advocate.
UofSC to host QEP virtual kickoff
March 16, 2021, Nina Jackson
UofSC Columbia and regional Palmetto College campuses will hold a virtual kickoff for its Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). Faculty, staff and students are invited to tune in on Tuesday (March 23) at 3 p.m.
Bateman team promotes digital civility pledge
February 24, 2021, Jason Dermack
The UofSC Bateman team, which is competing in a national case study competition through the Public Relations Student Society of America, is implementing a PR campaign promoting civility in public discourse.
Dance Marathon registration now open
January 27, 2021, Jason Dermack
University of South Carolina Dance Marathon registration is now open.
Student Leadership and Diversity Conference Registration Open
January 20, 2021, Jason Dermack
Registration for the virtual Student Leadership and Diversity Conference (Feb 8-19) is now live!
Accelerated study plans
November 19, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
On Your Time Initiatives offers several accelerated study plans that can help you graduate early. Accelerated study plans take advantage of alternative sessions, like Summer Semester and Winter Session, so you can complete the same coursework in less time and while accruing less debt.