Faculty and Staff Announcements
Spring COVID-19 testing update
December 09, 2022, Jeff Stensland
After more than two years of mass testing on campus, beginning in January 2023, the university will discontinue mass testing and modify infectious disease mitigation strategies to treat COVID-19. This decision is based on the wide availability of COVID-19 vaccinations, boosters and home test kits in the community as well as declining demand for on-campus testing.
DoIT reports increase in email phishing attempts
December 02, 2022, Cecilia Dore
The Division of Information Technology is seeing an increase in phishing email messages, including emails that falsely claim to be from university officials in an attempt to get users to click on links within the message.
New Greene Street bridge opening; changes imminent to area street crossings
November 22, 2022
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, the new Greene Street bridge over the railroad tracks near the Colonial Life Arena will open for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles. The bridge opening and two roadway closures will affect traffic patterns in the area as commuters adjust to the changes.
SEC Network to broadcast from Horseshoe
November 13, 2022
SEC Network will broadcast live from the historic Horseshoe and film on the University of South Carolina campus this weekend. The main event will be the live broadcast of SEC Nation 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, but there are plenty of chances to show your Gamecock spirit.
University Branding Interim Guidance
October 25, 2022
The university is streamlining its logo and introducing a new spirit mark. The brand update will take effect on Jan. 4, with some changes taking place immediately. Our interim guidance offers answers on how to handle communications between now and Jan. 4.
Get your flu shot
October 12, 2022, Cecilia Dore
As flu season approaches, Student Health Services is administering the flu vaccine Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The flu shot is available to students and faculty at no cost if you upload your insurance card to My Health Space.
Calling all entrepreneurs, #LetsGrow
October 11, 2022, Cecilia Dore
Wherever you are on your entrepreneurial journey, you will get what you need to move forward at 2022 The Growth Summit. The McNair Institute for Entrepreneurism and Free Enterprise at the University of South Carolina is proud to be a co-host of the Growth Summit, taking place in October.
Dance Marathon to host donation drive for Hurricane Ian relief
October 06, 2022, Cecilia Dore
Dance Marathon will be working directly with Children’s Miracle Network collect and send donations for Golisano Children’s Hospital in Southwest Florida.
Fall break shuttle changes; concert affects parking
October 06, 2022, Koby Padgett
Shuttle and transit services will have reduced hours and routes during fall break.
Parking opens garages ahead of Ian
September 29, 2022, Koby Padgett
With Tropical Storm Ian forecast to hit South Carolina, the university’s Parking and Transportation Services has made the following adjustments to parking until Monday (Oct. 3):
Alumni panel will offer career advice
September 01, 2022, Kelley Barrett
A panel of alumni will speak about unique challenges and opportunities for students of color as they enter the workforce.
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.
Construction on South Assembly Street will disrupt traffic Aug. 24-25
August 19, 2022, Koby Padgett
A section of South Assembly Street will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday (Aug. 24-25) for railroad crossing work between Rosewood Drive and Whaley Street.
Helpful campus apps
July 28, 2022, Koby Padgett
Several campus units offer helpful mobile apps that are free to download on the device of your choice.
Fall 2022 textbook adoption due
July 20, 2022, Koby Padgett
With the first day of class four weeks away, the time is now to get your textbook and material options to the bookstore.
How to fix maintenance issues, keep your classroom or office clean
May 13, 2022, Koby Padgett
Summer is a great time to get maintenance issues fixed and the best way to do that is to submit a work request form to Facilities Services, which handles maintenance requests for all educational and general buildings on campus.
Crick named 2022 Outstanding Advocate for First-Year Students
April 26, 2022, Sophie Karapatakis
Collin Crick has received the 2022 Outstanding Advocate for First-Year Students Award for his contribution to serving first-year students through teaching, advising and mentoring.
4 UofSC students awarded critical language scholarships for summer 2022
April 14, 2022, Sophie Karapatakis
Four UofSC students have been awarded Critical Language Scholarships for intensive language studies this summer. The awardees are undergraduates Laurel Davis, Maeve Smith and Hall West and graduate student Agnes Nzomene Kahouo Foda.
UofSC earns 2021 Tree Campus Higher Education distinction
March 03, 2022, Koby Padgett
For the 13th-straight year, the University of South Carolina earned Tree Campus Higher Education distinction by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
Pickens Street closed on weekends
February 16, 2022, Koby Padgett
Pickens Street from Greene to Pendleton streets will be closed to vehicles from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekends Feb. 19-March 26 for construction work on LeConte College.
Parking opens garages Jan. 21-23
January 20, 2022, Koby Padgett
With campus closing on Friday, January 21 due to predicted inclement weather, UofSC Parking and Transportation Services will allow students, faculty and staff to park on the lower levels of the Bull St. Garage and the metered spaces on the lower two levels in the Pendleton St. Garage.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.