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).
Faculty and Staff Announcements
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.
Educators discount for UofSC football game
May 07, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Day, discounted tickets for educators to a UofSC football game are now on sale.
Sign up to be a Safe Zone facilitator
May 07, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
LGBT Programs in the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs is currently recruiting Safe Zone workshop facilitators for the 2019-20 academic year. Applications close May 31.
Board of trustees selects interim president
April 26, 2019
USC Upstate Chancellor Brendan Kelly is named the interim president of the university as of Aug. 1.
Center for Health and Well-Being certified LEED Gold
April 26, 2019, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina has been recognized for its sustainable building practices by the US Green Building Council. The group certified the Center for Health and Well-Being as Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design-Gold.
2019 Awards Day Recipient Listing
April 18, 2019, Skylar Pritchard
The President’s Awards, Steven N. Swanger Leadership Award and the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Awards were presented at the annual University Awards Day, held April 18 on the historic Horseshoe. More than 200 Carolina students were honored at this annual celebration.
Rave Guardian app updates
April 16, 2019, Mia Grimm and Koby Padgett
The UofSC public safety office urges students, faculty, staff and all other users to update their Rave Guardian app.
Reception for Provost Gabel
April 15, 2019, Keisa Gunby
Faculty and staff are invited to a reception for Provost Joan Gabel on Monday, May 6.
UofSC names interim chief communications officer
April 08, 2019, Jeff Stensland
Sally McKay, a veteran communicator with deep ties to the University of South Carolina and the Midlands community, has been selected to serve as interim university chief communications officer and interim director of the Office of Communications and Public Affairs.
New HR/Payroll System replaces VIP
April 01, 2019, Nina Jackson
Beginning April 1, all faculty, staff and student employees will use a new system to view and manage their employee information. This new Human Capital Management (HCM) system replaces VIP.
Register for popular Women's Leadership Institute
March 30, 2019, Nina Jackson
Registration opens April 1 for this year’s Women’s Leadership Conference, which is set for May 1 in the Russell House University Union. Based on previous years, it’s expected to fill up in 24 hours.
UofSC celebrates Graduate Student Appreciation Week
March 28, 2019, Keisa Gunby
The Graduate School and the Graduate Student Association are observing Graduate Student Appreciation Week April 1-5 to support and share appreciation of the more than 6,200 graduate students at UofSC.
UofSC has been designated as a "Voter Friendly Campus"
March 19, 2019, Catherine Jobe
The University of South Carolina has been designated as a “Voter Friendly Campus” for the 2019-20 period. This recognition is given to institutions that have developed plans to coordinate faculty, staff and students to be more engaged in civic voting.
Second Spring Passport Fair on March 27
March 19, 2019, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina hosts its second passport fair during the spring semester on Wednesday, March 27 in the Golden Spur Gameroom, located in the basement of the Russell House.
Discover USC registration extension
March 19, 2019, Mia Grimm
Discover USC has extended its poster submission deadline to March 22 at noon. The original deadline was March 8.
UofSC welcomes NCAA Tournament to Colonial Life Arena
March 18, 2019, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina is hosting the first and second rounds of the 2019 NCAA Tournament at Colonial Life Arena, March 22-24, welcoming thousands of visitors to campus and the city of Columbia for the event. The city, the COMET bus service and the university have created a transportation plan for the week for visitors and regular commuters.
Parking lot FS10 altered during NCAA Tournament week
March 14, 2019, Koby Padgett
With crews coming in to set up for the NCAA Tournament in Colonial Life Arena, parking lot FS10, located behind the arena on Gadsden Street, will lose over half its spaces on March 18-19. The lot will be completely closed to faculty and staff over March 20-24.
Presidential search committee receives update
March 14, 2019, Jeff Stensland
The presidential candidate search committee met via conference call March 4 to receive an update from Parker Executive Search.
Construction, landscaping outside of Osborne starts Monday
March 08, 2019, Koby Padgett
Construction of a new column at Pendleton and Bull streets begins Monday, March 11.
Free body composition analysis and fitness consultation
March 07, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Blatt PE Center is offering free body composition analysis and fitness consultations to all UofSC faculty and staff for the rest of the semester.
Events closing part of faculty lot FS10
March 05, 2019, Koby Padgett
Four upcoming events at Colonial Life Arena will close most of the FS10 parking lot located behind Colonial Life Arena on Gadsden Street.
UofSC Postal Services open on March Saturdays for passports
February 25, 2019, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina Postal Services office invites the Columbia community to apply for passports each Saturday in March at their 1600 Hampton St. location.