Register for the Fall 2020 Education Abroad Virtual Fair
September 11, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Fall 2020 Education Abroad Virtual Fair will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m to 4 p.m. on Handshake.
Student Announcements
Applications open for University Libraries' Student Advisory Council
September 10, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
University Libraries is seeking applications for its 2020-2021 Student Advisory Council.
Applications open for University 101 Peer Leaders
September 03, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications new University 101 Peer Leaders are open. Students who plan to study abroad during spring 2021 or wish to be considered for a fall interview and early decision should apply by Oct. 20. All other candidates must apply by the regular decision deadline on Jan. 20.
Changes come with UofSC, COMET agreement
August 28, 2020, Koby Padgett
On Sept. 1, traveling around the University of South Carolina’s campus will look different, as the university and COMET join forces to provide campus transit.
University rolls out changes to meet the "new normal"
August 21, 2020, Koby Padgett
As students embark on this unprecedented semester, they’re encountering many campus changes designed to help them navigate a new environment — safely.
The Behavioral Intervention Team is now the Student Care and Outreach Team
August 20, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Student Care and Outreach Team (Care Team), formerly known as the Behavioral Intervention Team, has expanded its services.
University Ambassador applications are open
August 20, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications are open for University Ambassadors and will close on September 1 at 11:59 p.m.
Student parking permits now on sale
August 14, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Student parking permits go on sale on Mon., July 6.
New operating hours at Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center until Aug. 16
August 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
There are new operating hours at Strom now until Aug 16. Closing times are used for disinfecting the facility. Staff disinfect high touch surfaces and equipment during this time.
Virtual commencement ceremony Aug. 8
August 05, 2020
Spring and summer 2020 graduates will be honored in a pre-recorded virtual ceremony beginning at noon on Saturday, Aug. 8.
Student face covering distribution
July 20, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
All students will receive one university reusable face covering this fall to add to their collection. There are a variety of ways students will receive a face covering.
Dance Marathon provides critical resources for children
May 18, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The funds that University of South Carolina Dance Marathon (USCDM) raised in 2020 have directly impacted the Child Life Program at Prisma Health Children's Hospital’s ability to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Submissions open for Student-Initiated Research Projects Program (SIRP)
May 07, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
SIRP is a program is designed to enrich the academic experience of students and to better prepare the future generation of researchers, investigators, and entrepreneurs throughout the SC INBRE network. SIRP applications are due by May 15. Up to five awards of $3,000 each will be awarded.
UofSC's The Proving Ground entrepreneurial contest will livestream April 21
April 16, 2020
The Moore School’s annual pitch competition, The Proving Ground, will be streamed on Facebook Live at 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 21.
University Ambassador applications are open
April 15, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications are open for University Ambassadors and will close on September 1 at 11:59 p.m.
UofSC students win 2nd place in national advertising competition
April 10, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
UofSC’s AdTeam won 2nd place at the American Advertising Federation (AAF) District 3 level of the National Student Advertising Competition.
Submit your ideas for UofSC's COVID-19 challenge
April 02, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
UofSC is hosting a student ideas competition to empower students to develop innovative solutions – and take action – on the COVID-19 crisis.
Nominate a student for a TOAST award
April 02, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Reward a student who excels at UofSC by nominating them for the TOAST recognition certificate. Nominations are due April 15.
Student Government announced election results
March 01, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Student Government elections came to a close last Wednesday and winners have been announced.
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.
Spring Break and Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
February 27, 2020
Before going on a trip, Student Health Services recommend students take steps to stay healthy this spring break.
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.
Deadline approaching to register to present at Discover USC
February 25, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Discover USC is the university’s system-wide showcase bringing together undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars and medical scholars to present research, creative and scholarly projects to the UofSC community and beyond. In order to register to be a presenter, submit your abstract by Friday, March 6.
How to vote in student government elections
February 20, 2020
Voting in student government elections begins Tuesday (Feb. 25) at 9 a.m. and closes Wednesday (Feb. 26) at 5 p.m.
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.
Take library survey for chance to win $100
February 17, 2020
Share your thoughts on Thomas Cooper Library spaces and services and register for a chance to win a gift card.
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.
Register for the African American Leadership Conference
February 10, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Moore School's diversity and inclusion department and the Black Business Student Association is hosting the African American Leadership Conference Feb. 29, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. in the Sonoco Pavilion in the Moore School.
Student Government election filing opens
February 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
If you are interested in running for an executive officer position or student senator to represent your school or college, filing will take place on Feb. 10 and 11from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Leadership and Service Center.
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.
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.
Magellan Scholar and Mini-Grant applications are open
January 28, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Application deadlines are approaching for the Magellan Scholar student research grant and the Magellan Mini-Grant.
Avoid job scams
January 28, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
As you begin your search for job and internship opportunities in the new year, the UofSC Career Center wants to help keep you safe from potential job scams and identify theft.
Healthy Carolina to launch new resiliency series
January 23, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Healthy Carolina is introducing a new opportunity called the Resiliency Project. The series will allow you to engage in interactive sessions to help increase your ability to bounce back and fail forward in response to life challenges.
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.
Swipe Out Hunger program assists students dealing with food insecurity
January 14, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Student Government, in partnership with Aramark, launched Swipe Out Hunger to aid students dealing with food insecurity, which is the lack of reliable access to sufficient quantities of affordable, nutritious food.
Sign up to attend the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs diversity retreat
January 14, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Carolina Diversity Retreat is an off-campus weekend experience filled with interactive social justice workshops, aimed to empower students to become change agents on their campuses and within their communities.
Apply to attend civil rights alternative spring break
January 13, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Travel to seven cities and four states to visit museums, institutes, centers, universities and historic places identified with The Civil Rights Movement this spring break.
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.
Cocky Conversations peer listener applications are open
December 09, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Cocky Conversations is accepting peer listener application submissions until December 17.
Holiday survival guide
December 05, 2019, Dianna Colvin, Lindsay Shazly and April Scott
Wellness during the holiday season is not just about eating treats in moderation or dragging yourself away from your current Netflix binge. We've compiled a few tips, tricks and resources for enjoying the holidays to the fullest, while taking care of your whole self.
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).
Reserve study space for Finals Eve event at library
November 26, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Save your space now for Finals Eve at Hollings Library. On Dec. 8 from 6 to 10 p.m. you’ll get reserved study space along with free coffee, pizza, snacks and short study breaks every hour. Seats are limited, so register now.
Gamecock Pantry volunteer application is live
November 22, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications to become a volunteer for the Gamecock Pantry next semester are due Dec. 4.
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.
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.