Postal Services holiday mail schedule
December 12, 2021, Nina Jackson
The UofSC Postal Services will operate on a special schedule over the holidays, and has special instructions for special or large mailings through Dec. 17.
2021 Announcements Archive
Russell House transforms into Study Union for finals week
December 03, 2021
Each semester during the exam period, the Russell House transforms into Study Union; an entire facility dedicated to supporting Gamecocks through the always stressful final exam period.
Spring 2022 textbook adoption due
October 28, 2021, Koby Padgett
With the first day of class 10 weeks away, the time is now to get your textbook and material options to the bookstore.
Garnet Media Group excels in collegiate media awards
October 20, 2021, Cam Adams
Garnet Media Group took home three first-place Associated Collegiate Press Pacemaker awards and four College Media Association Pinnacle awards over the weekend. These awards are given to the nation’s best collegiate media entries.
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.
Carolina Food addresses service issues
August 31, 2021, Koby Padgett
After receiving feedback about extended wait times and out of stock items, especially in the Russell House, Carolina Food Co. has expanded hours across campus at over 30 campus locations and added employees for peak times.
Student parking information for Fall 2021
August 25, 2021, Cam Adams
Starting Friday (Aug. 27) students must be parked in a lot that corresponds with their parking permit. Failure to do so may result in a parking ticket or towing.
Parking Services' new student options for 2021-22
August 12, 2021, Koby Padgett
Three new lots, changes to UofSC Transit lines and one on-demand shuttle service at night are among the additions Parking and Transportation Services has made for the upcoming year.
Parking Services has new options in 2021-22
August 12, 2021, Koby Padgett
New lots, changes to UofSC Transit lines and one on-demand shuttle service at night are among the additions Parking and Transportation Services has made for the upcoming year.
Campus events in August
August 12, 2021
Welcome back, Gamecocks - we’re excited to have you on campus! We’ve rounded up some fun events for students to check out in August.
Postal Services hours lowered at 1600 Hampton
August 12, 2021, Koby Padgett
Postal Services' USPS Customer Retail Counter at 1600 Hampton Street will be open on Monday, Aug. 16 from 12-3 p.m., and those hours will remain until Friday, Sept. 10. The change will help staff handle the fall 2021 move-in of students.
Presidential Candidate Search Committee to host town hall series
August 10, 2021
The University of South Carolina’s Presidential Candidate Search Committee will host a series of town halls to provide our community the opportunity to give feedback on the professional and personal qualifications the committee should seek in the next president of the university as well as the challenges candidates should be equipped to face.
Gamecock iHub, UofSC's Apple store, opens Friday
August 09, 2021
Faculty and staff are invited to the opening on Friday of Gamecock iHub, the University of South Carolina’s Apple Authorized Campus Store.
Helpful UofSC campus apps
August 08, 2021, Koby Padgett
Several university departments offer helpful mobile apps that are free to download to your mobile device.
Don't take the bait - Identify and report phishing emails
August 01, 2021, Michelle Foster
Learn some tips to help you identify malicious phishing emails, and be sure to report them to the UofSC Information Security Office.
Research Symposium to showcase undergraduate projects
July 09, 2021, Cam Adams
At the 2021 Virtual Summer Research Symposium, undergraduate researchers can showcase their research and share their findings with visitors.
Attention Faculty: Fall 2021 textbook adoption
June 27, 2021, Nina Jackson
The bookstore is seeking your help to reach the textbook and material adoption goal of 90% compliance by July 1.
Workshop series preps undergraduate researchers for success
June 16, 2021, Cam Adams
Undergraduate student researchers can participate in a series of virtual professional development workshops this summer. These workshops are hosted by the research office.
Intramural Sports still active during the summer
June 16, 2021, Cam Adams
Campus Recreation is holding registrations throughout the summer for intramural 4v4 outdoor soccer, 4v4 sand volleyball and 5v5 Ultimate Frisbee teams.
New options for sharing preferred names, personal pronouns
June 02, 2021, Cam Adams
As part of the university’s ongoing efforts to promote a more inclusive campus environment, students, faculty and staff can now add preferred names and personal pronouns to their information. Individuals can do so by logging into myaccount.sc.edu.
Learn digital skills at UofSC Media Innovation Academy
May 18, 2021
This summer, the Media Innovation Academy at UofSC is offering unmatched access to high-tech, hands-on classes in topics including podcasting, drone filming, data visualization and social media analytics.
COVID-19 Employee Relief Fund
May 09, 2021, Diane Parham
Some of our university family continues to struggle with the lasting impacts of lost work hours, lost family income, rising medical bills and more, due to the pandemic. Learn how you can help.
UofSC Honored with 2020 Tree Campus Higher Education® Recognition
April 01, 2021, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina earned its 12th-straight Tree Campus Higher Education® recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management in 2020.
Faculty and Staff Wellness Culture and Interest Survey
March 28, 2021, Nina Jackson
We need your input as we expand services and programs during the transition to University Health Services.
How to fix a maintenance issue -- and keep your classroom or office clean
March 19, 2021, Koby Padgett
As university employees return to buildings that may have been empty or only partially occupied, numerous maintenance issues could arise. The best way to address those issues is to submit a work request form to Facilities Services, which handles maintenance requests for all buildings on campus.
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.
Returning to campus? Parking permits available now for rest of spring
March 12, 2021, Koby Padgett
As you prepare to return to campus for the remainder of the spring semester, Parking and Transportation Services will reopen its spring 2021 online permit portal to smooth your transition back.
Cliff Apartments removed to make way for Campus Village
March 07, 2021, Koby Padgett
After a year on hold, the Campus Village project has resumed.
Student Government announced election results
March 06, 2021
Student Government elections came to a close last week and winners have been announced.
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.
Visit student org fairs
February 24, 2021, Jason Dermack
The Leadership and Service Center is hosting two student organization fairs this March on Greene Street.
Student Health Services to become University Health Services
February 21, 2021, Jeff Stensland
The University of South Carolina’s Student Health Services will soon widen its mission to better serve the entire university community and beginning July 1, it will be known as University Health Services.
Student body elections have commenced
February 10, 2021, Jason Dermack
Students can learn about all the candidates for executive officer positions in the 2021 student body elections at a debate Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Leadership and Service Center.
Homecoming Commission 2021 recruitment underway
February 10, 2021, Jason Dermack
The Homecoming Commission Spring 2021 applications are now open.
Magellan Ambassador applications are now open
February 10, 2021, Jason Dermack
The Office of Undergraduate Research is recruiting Magellan Ambassadors for the 2021-22 academic year.
Spring into Health: COVID-19 and the Student Experience
February 04, 2021, Jason Dermack
A panel of student leaders will discuss their experiences during the pandemic in a virtual event hosted by the UofSC Alumni Association and Primsa Health on March 9.
Service, leadership award nominations open
January 27, 2021, Jason Dermack
Recognize the leadership of a student, organization, faculty or staff member.
Dance Marathon registration now open
January 27, 2021, Jason Dermack
University of South Carolina Dance Marathon registration is now open.
UofSC Transit bus-tracking app changing
January 21, 2021, Koby Padgett
The Rider app, used for years by the University of South Carolina to help get people around campus, is being replaced by the Transloc app on Jan. 29.
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!
Cocky TV+
January 20, 2021, Jason Dermack
NEW FOR 2021: Cocky TV+, an exclusive streaming service for UofSC!
Required COVID testing periods begin Sunday
January 20, 2021, Jason Dermack
Students who live, take class, work or dine on campus -- or who access campus resources like libraries or recreation facilities -- are required to be tested for COVID-19 once every 30 days throughout the semester.
Tips for coping with the political climate
January 16, 2021
The political divisions and social unrest in the U.S. have continued in 2021. The Leadership and Service Center offers tips to help students stay aware of – and cope with – current events.
U101 Peer Leader applications due by Jan. 20
January 14, 2021, Jason Dermack
Applications for new U101 Peer Leaders must be submitted by Wednesday (Jan. 20) for consideration to serve during Fall 2021.
Sign up for housing for 2021-22 academic year
January 14, 2021, Jason Dermack
Continuing students interested in living on campus during the 2021-22 academic year can apply for housing starting Tuesday (Jan. 19).
Reserve space, equipment at TCoop
January 14, 2021, Jason Dermack
You can reserve technology equipment and study rooms at Thomas Cooper Library.
Student organization wins national grant
January 07, 2021, Jason Dermack
The University of South Carolina chapter of Omicron Delta Kappa, a national leadership honor society, has been awarded a 2021 Clay Leadership Development Initiative Grant.