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.
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.
March 15, 2021, Koby Padgett
Several university departments offer helpful mobile apps that are free to download to your mobile device.
March 08, 2021, Koby Padgett
After a year on hold, the Campus Village project has resumed.
March 07, 2021
Student Government elections came to a close last week and winners have been announced.
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.
February 24, 2021, Jason Dermack
The Leadership and Service Center is hosting two student organization fairs this March on Greene Street.
February 22, 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.
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.
February 10, 2021, Jason Dermack
The Homecoming Commission Spring 2021 applications are now open.
February 10, 2021, Jason Dermack
The Office of Undergraduate Research is recruiting Magellan Ambassadors for the 2021-22 academic year.
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.
January 27, 2021, Jason Dermack
Recognize the leadership of a student, organization, faculty or staff member.
January 27, 2021, Jason Dermack
University of South Carolina Dance Marathon registration is now open.
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.
January 21, 2021, Jason Dermack
Registration for the virtual Student Leadership and Diversity Conference (Feb 8-19) is now live!
January 20, 2021, Jason Dermack
NEW FOR 2021: Cocky TV+, an exclusive streaming service for UofSC!
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.
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.
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.
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).
January 14, 2021, Jason Dermack
You can reserve technology equipment and study rooms at Thomas Cooper Library.
January 08, 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.
December 15, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Vote for your favorite student organization, study spot or go-to coffee shop to win Best of Carolina 2021.
November 20, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
If you're planning on leaving your vehicle on campus, there is now a centrally located parking option available for student permit holders in Bull Street Garage, Gate 3 in the hourly parking area – across from the Student Center for Health and Well-Being.
November 19, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
On Your Time Initiatives offers several accelerated study plans that can help you graduate early. Accelerated study plans take advantage of alternative sessions, like Summer Semester and Winter Session, so you can complete the same coursework in less time and while accruing less debt.
November 12, 2020, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina’s Parking and Transportation Services will start tagging bikes deemed to be abandoned on the Columbia campus this week, according to university policy.
November 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Take accelerated online courses over your winter break to catch up, get ahead or stay on track for graduation. The upcoming winter session will start on Dec. 28 and conclude on Jan. 17.
November 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Student Leadership and Diversity Conference is accepting educational session applications for our 2021 virtual conference from now until Dec. 4. Students, Graduate Assistants, Staff, Faculty and Community members are encouraged to apply.
November 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
There are now seven Amazon locker locations on campus. The lockers are fully automated and allow for package pick up and return for all Amazon customers. Students can select these pick up locations at checkout for many of their Amazon purchases allowing them 24/7 access with more control over pick up location.
November 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The Recovery Ally Training teaches members of the Gamecock Community about substance use disorder and recovery. Attend virtual training Nov. 11 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
November 06, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Enter this year's International Education Photo Contest by Nov. 12 at 11:59 p.m. The first 50 contest submissions will receive a FREE drawstring gift bag and top winners in each category will be awarded SWAG bags that include a variety of prizes.
October 29, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Priority registration for Spring 2021 courses begins Nov. 9 for undergraduate students and general registration begins Nov. 16.
October 29, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
The 2021-22 Resident Mentor application deadline has been extended to 11:59 p.m. Nov. 8.
October 26, 2020, Nina Jackson
We know that everyone is a winner when it comes to getting regular COVID-19 tests, but these lucky students have amazing prizes coming their way.
October 25, 2020
The university is collecting feedback from all Columbia students on their fall 2020 experience, including academics, research, practicums and quarantine.
October 23, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Nominations for the International Student Achievement Award nominations are due Nov. 11.
October 22, 2020
The University of South Carolina is asking students, faculty and staff for their help to determine how widespread COVID-19 has been in our community by getting a no cost (FREE) antibody test.
October 16, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications are being accepted for The Daily Gamecock editor-in-chief and for the SGTV station manager for 2021.
October 09, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Resident Mentor applications for the 2021-2022 academic year are open now until Nov. 1.
October 09, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
This year you will get the opportunity to design your own 30-foot tiger or write the it's eulogy for the next Tiger Burn event.
October 09, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Voting for Best of Carolina 2021 is officially open. Best of Carolina is Garnet Media's annual publication that features the spots across campus and the city of Columbia that our community has picked as the “best of” during an open nomination and voting period.
October 02, 2020
Every week during the month of October, a random sample of students will be invited to participate in saliva-based COVID-19 testing. Upon completion, students will receive a special UofSC T-shirt and will be entered into drawings to win prizes.
October 01, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Students, faculty and staff who have recovered from COVID-19 can help to fight the disease caused by the coronavirus by donating their plasma at the convalescent plasma drive on Tuesday (Oct. 6) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Center for Health and Well-Being.
October 01, 2020
Now more than ever, students are facing loneliness, isolation and anxiety. Join others facing similar issues with group counseling. Students meet online in groups of six to 10 with one or two trained therapists.
October 01, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
Pillars for Carolina is accepting applications for eXtended Mentors (XM), which are the leaders for the program. Applications close at 11:59 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 12.
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.
September 10, 2020, Caleigh McDaniel
University Libraries is seeking applications for its 2020-2021 Student Advisory Council.
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.
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.