Pastides to deliver 'Last Lecture' April 3
March 22, 2019
University President Harris Pastides will deliver a talk in UofSC's Last Lecture series April 3. The event is open to students, and seating is limited.
Recent Announcements
President's update to parents post Hurricane Florence
September 19, 2018
A week is big part of a semester, but, I can assure you, our faculty is committed to being as flexible and compassionate in ensuring that all students receive excused absences, as well as access to the materials covered in class.
UofSC joins Samsung to develop advanced appliances
December 07, 2017, Jeff Stensland
The University of South Carolina is joining Samsung Electronics America to develop the next generation of advanced appliances at the company's new plant in Newberry, South Carolina.
Pastides announces new leadership posts
November 21, 2016, Jeff Stensland
USC President Harris Pastides announced on Monday hiring for three key leadership posts, including chancellor of USC Upstate, Board of Trustee secretary and chief information officer for the Columbia campus.
Pastides re-elected to research board
November 02, 2016, Jeff Stensland
President Harris Pastides has been re-elected to the Board of Trustees of the Universities Research Association, a group of 89 universities that oversee unique laboratories.
Pastides honored with Fulbright award
September 27, 2016, Jeff Stensland
University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides is one of seven Fulbright alumni who will receive the inaugural IIE Global Changemaker Award in celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the Fulbright Program. The awards recognize the achievements of the individuals throughout their careers and highlight the impact the Fulbright program has had throughout its history.
Student Health Center holds 'Topping Out Ceremony'
September 21, 2016, Yolanda L. Jones
A 22-foot steel beam was raised into place on the new Student Health Center Monday (Sep. 20), in a celebration honoring the project team and crew members of Rodgers Builders.
Changes in store for UofSC commencement ceremonies
August 10, 2016, Jeff Stensland
Commencement is one of the most cherished occasions at the University of South Carolina. As class sizes grow, some adjustments to ceremonies will begin in December to ensure the core traditions that make commencement such a special day for families, friends and graduates are protected.
USC budget to address strategic needs, state pay package
June 24, 2016, Wes Hickman
The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees today approved the $1.5 billion budget for the state’s flagship university system that covers FY17 operations at USC’s eight campuses and Palmetto College online.
Pastides, Pruitt to speak at Carolinian Creed celebration
March 17, 2016, Student Editor
President Harris Pastides and Dennis Pruitt, vice president for student affairs, will be among the speakers at CREEDx, the premier event at Carolinian Creed and Diversity Day March 23.
NCAA and UofSC presidents to discuss leadership, college athletics Feb. 18
February 12, 2016, Peggy Binette
NCAA President Mark Emmert will join University of South Carolina President Harris Pastides, chairman of the NCAA Division I board of directors, for a conversation with students, faculty and staff about leadership and college athletics Thursday, Feb. 18.