The Conversation Columbia campus visit
March 06, 2020, Nina Jackson
An editor from The Conversation will be on the Columbia campus March 31 and April 1 to meet with faculty in multiple colleges, and discussing how The Conversation can help you.
Faculty and Staff Announcements
Helpful UofSC campus apps
February 28, 2020, Koby Padgett
Several university departments offer helpful mobile apps for free to download on the device of your choice.
Interim chief diversity officer named
February 26, 2020, Jeff Stensland
Tracey L. Weldon, associate dean for diversity, interdisciplinary programs and social sciences in the Colleges of Arts and Sciences, was named the University of South Carolina’s interim chief diversity officer.
Garnet Media Group wins regional advertising awards
February 26, 2020
Student staff members from Garnet Media Group and Garnet & Black magazine – one of Garnet Media Group’s partner organizations – earned local honors at the annual American Advertising Awards gala on Feb. 22, 2020 in Columbia.
UofSC approves plan for $7.4 million in faculty raises
February 21, 2020, Jeff Stensland
The University of South Carolina approved a sweeping plan Friday to boost faculty salaries, helping to make compensation on the Columbia campus more competitive with other peer research institutions across the nation.
The Cooper production studio is now open
February 20, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Cooper Production Studio at Thomas Cooper Library is now open. Record, edit and create in the new audio/video studio. No AV or software experience is necessary, just attend training then reserve a time to start using the studio.
UofSC's Board of Trustees approves governance reforms
February 16, 2020, Jeff Stensland
The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees adopted a new set of policies Friday (Feb. 14) designed to address and eliminate potential external influence on board decisions. The board also adopted a new oath of office for its members and established a new committee charged with identifying ways to strengthen overall board governance.
Hero Award nominations are open
February 14, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Nominate a UofSC student, faculty or staff member that stood up, stepped in and made a difference for someone in our Carolina community for a Gamecocks Stand Up Hero Award.
UofSC's chief diversity officer accepts position at MIT
February 12, 2020, Jeff Stensland
John H. Dozier, the University of South Carolina’s inaugural chief diversity officer, has accepted a new position leading the Institute Community and Equity Office at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Busy week of events at Colonial Life Arena
February 06, 2020, Koby Padgett
With a number of events in both Colonial Life Arena and the Koger Center this week, campus community members need to exercise patience when traveling around the area, especially in the evenings.
UofSC, IBM visual inspection demo showcases future of manufacturing
February 04, 2020, Jeff Stensland
After partnering to bring cutting-edge visual inspection technology to the world-famous annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, the University of South Carolina and IBM will now bring clients from around the globe to Columbia to see the latest in advanced manufacturing technology.
Open forums for Community Insights Survey results
January 31, 2020
Faculty and staff are invited to learn more about the campus climate survey results through three open forums held Feb. 4-5 in the Russell House Ballroom.
Free employee tickets for spring sports
January 31, 2020
Employees can gain access to free tickets for baseball, softball, women's basketball and track and field.
Global Carolina announces travel, curriculum grants
January 30, 2020, Keisa Gunby
Global Carolina is requesting faculty to submit proposals for an international travel grant and a curriculum grant.
Multifactor authentication will be required for Office 365 applications
January 29, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Beginning Feb. 12, multifactor authentication via Duo Two Factor Authentication will be required to login to all Office 365 applications including: Outlook email, OneDrive, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Azure and SharePoint.
Event closing part of Pearl Lab parking lot
January 27, 2020, Koby Padgett
Due to load-in for the Jason Aldean concert at Colonial Life Arena, most of the Pearl Lab (FS10) parking lot will be closed Tuesday-Thursday (Jan. 28-30).
Deadlines approaching for Leadership and Service Awards
January 23, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Leadership and Service Award recognize outstanding Gamecocks who exemplify leadership or community service. The deadline to nominate a student, organization, faculty or staff member for a Leadership and Service award is Feb. 12 at 4 p.m. and the deadline to apply for the awards is Feb. 19.
New year, new you?
January 16, 2020, Dianna Colvin and Justina Siuba
Healthy Carolina's guide to reaching your health and wellness goals in the new year by crafting the right, smart goal.
Parking/transportation changes for spring 2020
January 16, 2020, Koby Padgett
The new Greene Street Bridge construction and more spring events at Founders Park change parking options available for South Carolina students, faculty and staff for the spring semester.
Postal Services sets 3 spring Passport Fairs
January 16, 2020, Koby Padgett
This spring, Postal Services will offer three passport fairs in its student mail center in the Russell House in January and February. Passport processing will be available from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 29, Feb. 7 and Feb. 21.
Campus Village construction beginning; parking lots closed
January 08, 2020, Koby Padgett
As the spring semester begins, University of South Carolina community members will see the start of the biggest building project in school history as the first stage of the Campus Village project begins on the site on Whaley St.
Plant a tree on campus to celebrate Arbor Day
December 04, 2019, Koby Padgett
University of South Carolina students, faculty and staff are invited to join in the Arbor Day celebration at 1 p.m. Friday (Dec. 6).
Tips for on-campus holiday decoration
November 20, 2019, Koby Padgett
With the holiday season approaching, university fire marshal Todd Griffin would like to pass along safe decorating tips for the Columbia campus this winter.
Arena district traffic and parking issues this week
November 18, 2019, Koby Padgett
A concert in Colonial Life Arena on Wednesday and Vista Lights on Thursday will affect faculty, staff and the university community this week.
Purple Heart parking initiative launched
November 12, 2019, Koby Padgett
Purple Heart recipients, those who have given so much while serving in the United States military, get access to better parking thanks to a new initiative from the University of South Carolina.
Call for Faculty Award nominations
October 28, 2019, Keisa Gunby
President Caslen to host outdoor Monday meetings
October 17, 2019
President Bob Caslen will be holding an open office hour and conducting a series of public staff meetings on Monday, Oct. 21 from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. outside the Russell House on Greene Street.
Fall 2019 Maxcy Visiting Fellow
October 16, 2019, Keisa Gunby
The Fall 2019 Maxcy Visiting Fellow, Djamila Riberio, will present a lecture on "Black Feminism in Brazil" on Oct. 30 in the Russell House Theater at 8 p.m.
Student art installation at local studio responds to current events
October 16, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Students in Intro to 3D Studies class had the opportunity to produce a large-scale installation that will be displayed at Stormwater Studios until Oct. 28.
Carolina Food Co. named Large Employer of the Year by local organization
October 15, 2019, Koby Padgett
Carolina Food Co., the university’s dining partnership with Aramark, earned the Babcock Center’s Large Employer of the Year award for 2019.
MLK Social Justice Award Nominations
October 04, 2019, Keisa Gunby
The Social Justice Awards recognize individuals who exemplify the philosophies of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr., through random or ongoing acts of community service, social justice or racial reconciliation.
Fall passport fairs to be held at Russell House
October 03, 2019, Koby Padgett
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.
UofSC Academic Team wins first tournament of the season
October 01, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The Academic Team at UofSC won the Fall Novice Quizbowl Tournament at Georgia Tech on Sept. 21.
Bon to serve in new Presidential Fellowship role
September 30, 2019, Jeff Stensland
Susan Bon, a College of Education professor and School of Law affiliate, is taking on a new role at the University of South Carolina and will serve in a Presidential Fellowship role as executive assistant to President Bob Caslen.
Meters closed at Close-Hipp on Tuesday
September 13, 2019, Koby Padgett
Events on Tuesday around College St. will close all metered parking around Close-Hipp throughout the day. Campus community members should find alternate parking like in the Barnwell St. lot (AD7) and take the North Loop shuttle that drops off at Close-Hipp.
Concerts will affect parking near the Colonial Life Arena
September 06, 2019, Koby Padgett
The Hootie & the Blowfish concerts Wednesday-Friday (Sept. 11-13) will affect faculty and staff parking around Colonial Life Arena.
Academic leadership position posted
September 05, 2019, Keisa Gunby
UofSC announces a search for the position of Faculty Principal of the Capstone Scholars living-learning residential community of students.
Postal Services adjusts schedule for move-in
August 12, 2019, Koby Padgett
As move-in begins for Gamecocks across campus, the University of South Carolina’s Postal Services group is altering its normal routine.
Postal Services shifts to one-delivery/pickup schedule for summer
July 30, 2019, Koby Padgett
University of South Carolina Postal Services will operate on a limited summer schedule through Aug. 20, going to one morning delivery and collection across campus each day instead of fall and spring semester norm of two.
Sc.edu is getting a makeover
July 30, 2019, Nina Jackson
As part of the university’s ongoing brand refresh, the university’s website is about to get an updated look.
Controller's Office earns Excellence in Financial Reporting award
July 18, 2019, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina Controller’s Office captured the Certificate of Achievement in Finance Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
Hampton Street Garage undergoes maintenance
July 16, 2019, Koby Padgett
Columbia campus community members who visit 1600 Hampton Street will need to use the Pickens Street entrance to the lot and Hampton Street Garage for the next month.
Lot AD1 closing July 15-17
July 11, 2019, Koby Padgett
Maintenance work will close the parking lot at Blossom and Park streets (lot AD1) Monday through Wednesday (July 15-17). Three handicap spaces will be available in the lot that is normally open to anyone on the Columbia campus with a parking pass. Parking Services recommends the lot across Blossom Street (AD3) or in the Greek Village as alternates during the maintenance.
Parking passes still available
June 26, 2019, Koby Padgett
Fall semester is around the corner! Order your 2019-20 parking pass online ahead of the new academic year.
General Assembly approves 2% base pay increase
June 25, 2019, Nina Jackson
A two percent pay increase will hit paychecks on July 15 for UofSC employees who are in FTE positions whose base salaries are less than $100,000.
Transportation options for high school graduations May 31-June 8
May 29, 2019, Koby Padgett
Midlands area high schools hold their graduations in Colonial Life Arena starting this Friday morning for the next nine days, and people visiting the area may experience more traffic than usual during the summer months.
Community sites exhibit their artworks
May 20, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Stormwater Studios presents "Layers of Us," an exhibition that showcases works created by participants of community art projects taught by UofSC faculty and graduate students.
Free webinar: Healthy mind toolkit
May 20, 2019, Megan Joyner
Beginning May 21, employees can access a free seminar to learn practices for restful sleep, balanced nutrition, healthy relationships, regular mindfulness practices and more.
Summer dining options
May 10, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Need to grab a quick bite to eat on campus? Carolina Food Co. has several dining locations open this summer.
Plan for commencement traffic around Colonial Life Arena
May 08, 2019, Koby Padgett
With commencement ceremonies set for Friday and Saturday (May 10-11), Parking and Transportation Services urges all faculty, staff and visitors to allow for additional time to navigate traffic and consider utilizing shuttle service while traveling to Colonial Life Arena this weekend.