Cocky Conversations peer listener applications are open
December 09, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Cocky Conversations is accepting peer listener application submissions until December 17.
December 09, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Cocky Conversations is accepting peer listener application submissions until December 17.
December 06, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
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.
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).
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.
November 22, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications to become a volunteer for the Gamecock Pantry next semester are due Dec. 4.
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.
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.
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.
November 08, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The deadline has been extended for a sampling of students to share their opinions in the University of South Carolina Community Insights Survey. If you received a survey by email from ModernThink, please fill it out by Nov. 25.
November 01, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
October 31, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Healthy Campus Initiatives at the University of South Carolina is combating those issues with a bystander intervention program called Gamecocks Stand Up.
October 29, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications for Pillars XM positions are now open and will close on Nov. 13.
October 29, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The Gamecock Pantry is collecting Thanksgiving food items from now until Nov. 24.
October 28, 2019, Keisa Gunby
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.
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.
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.
October 16, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
To celebrate the Carolinian Creed turning 30 this year, the Creed Multimedia Scholarship contest is asking students to share why the Creed is still relevant today. Submissions are due Nov. 1.
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.
October 14, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The last day to register for the Fall 2019 Ring Ceremony is Wednesday, Oct. 23.
October 08, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The Office of New Student Orientation is now accepting applications for the 2020 Orientation Leader Team.
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.
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.
October 03, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
October 01, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The Academic Team at UofSC won the Fall Novice Quizbowl Tournament at Georgia Tech on Sept. 21.
September 30, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications for Resident Mentor positions open on Sept. 30 and will close on Nov. 1.
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.
September 26, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Magellan Scholar application workshops, Magellan Mini-Grant application drop-in sessions and Caravel submission deadlines are approaching.
September 26, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The Medical Overdose Treatment policy was created to encourage students to make responsible decisions and seek assistance for fellow students who may be experiencing an alcohol or drug overdose.
September 19, 2019
Based on recent student feedback and ongoing review of ridership on the Carolina Shuttle, changes in two routes are being implemented to move more people more efficiently.
September 18, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The fall deadline to apply for the Magellan Mini-Grant is Oct. 29. All applicants must attend one application drop-in session.
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.
September 10, 2019
The Peace Corps seeks applicants to fill hundreds of requests for volunteers in programs worldwide to begin service in spring and summer 2020.
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.
September 05, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The deadline to apply for the 2019-2020 University Libraries Student Advisory Council is Sept. 13.
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.
September 04, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
September 01, 2019
The University of South Carolina is closely monitoring Hurricane Dorian, and any updates – including potential class cancellations or closings -- will be posted on sc.edu/weather, social media and Carolina Alert. In the meantime, here are a few things you should know and do to prepare for whatever the storm brings.
August 29, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications open for new University 101 Peer Leaders on Sept. 3.
August 22, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Thomas Cooper Library has the brand new equipment you need to to get creative with a class project or just make a video for fun.
August 22, 2019
UofSC's police department wants students to travel safely on and off campus. Follow these tips the next time you use Uber or Lyft.
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.
August 12, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Online applications are now open for the spring 2020 Washington and South Carolina semester programs.
August 09, 2019, Skylar Pritchard
This summer, UofSC Student Government received the Best New Initiative award for CarolinaBeYOUtiful and were recognized as the top student government organization in the SEC.
August 07, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The deadline for all incoming students to complete Part 1 of Alcohol Edu and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates (SAPU) is Aug. 22.
August 07, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Applications are open for University Ambassadors and will close on Sept. 1.
August 05, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
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August 05, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Dr. Jessica Bradshaw, assistant professor in Psychology, is looking for students to engage in clinical research on early identification and intervention for Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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.
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.
July 18, 2019, Koby Padgett
The Thomas Cooper Library location of Starbucks garnered the honor of being named “team of the quarter” out of 146 stores in the Southeast region by Starbucks Coffee Co.
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.
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.
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.
July 01, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
The Office of the Vice President for Research invites undergraduate student researchers to participate in the 2019 Summer Research Symposium on Thursday, August 1 at the Hollings Program Room in the Thomas Cooper Library.
July 01, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Online registration for Family Weekend 2019 opens July 2 at 10 a.m.
July 01, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
June 26, 2019, Koby Padgett
Fall semester is around the corner! Order your 2019-20 parking pass online ahead of the new academic year.
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.
June 13, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
Students must either enroll in the Student Health Insurance Plan or waive coverage by showing proof of their own health insurance for the 2019-2020 academic year. Students who waive coverage by July 18 will not see a health insurance premium fee on their account.
June 12, 2019, Skylar Pritchard
Incoming first-year and transfer students are encouraged to participate in Pillars for Carolina, an exciting week-long program filled with new friendships and a strong start to life at South Carolina.
June 05, 2019, Ashley Elliott
As summer gets underway, there's been an increased number of job scams targeting college students across the country. The Career Center has tips to help you avoid getting duped.
May 31, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
May 30, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
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.
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.
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.
May 16, 2019, Caleigh McDaniel
In honor of the National Bicycle and Pedestrian Documentation Project, the City of Columbia needs volunteers this fall to conduct a bicycle count to evaluate the city's yearly progress.
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.
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.
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.
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.
May 02, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
May 01, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
April 26, 2019
USC Upstate Chancellor Brendan Kelly is named the interim president of the university as of Aug. 1.
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.
April 25, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Celebrate the university's top honors awarded to students.
April 23, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
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.
April 16, 2019, Mia Grimm
Summer is the perfect opportunity to catch up or get ahead of coursework. There are hundreds of summer courses available, many of which are online, so it's possible to be enrolled full time and still go home for the summer.
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.
April 13, 2019, Dana Woodward
Uber and the University of South Carolina are collaborating to raise public awareness nationally about student rideshare safety. Attend the event on April 18.
April 12, 2019, Mia Grimm
"The Daily Gamecock," a UofSC student media publication, won big at the South Carolina Press Association's Collegiate Meeting. The staff won a series of awards, including Collegiate Journalist of the Year.
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.
April 04, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
April 03, 2019, Mia Grimm
Tickets are now available for the May 2019 Grad Dine. Celebrate your accomplishments at the UofSC Alumni Center as you join the alumni family!
April 03, 2019, Mia Grimm
UofSC student government is looking for qualified candidates to join its communications team for the upcoming academic year.
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.
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.
March 29, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
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.
March 27, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
March 22, 2019, Mia Grimm
Sign ups are open to be a designer for Reclaimed Runway during the Healthy Carolina Farmer's Market on April 23.
March 22, 2019
University President Harris Pastides will deliver a talk in UofSC's Last Lecture series April 3. The event is open to students, and seating is limited.
March 21, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
March 19, 2019, Mia Grimm
Registration for The BIG Event is now open to all students and organizations.
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.
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.
March 19, 2019, Mia Grimm
Discover USC has extended its poster submission deadline to March 22 at noon. The original deadline was March 8.
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.
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.
March 14, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
March 14, 2019, Jeff Stensland
The presidential candidate search committee met via conference call March 4 to receive an update from Parker Executive Search.
March 08, 2019, Koby Padgett
Construction of a new column at Pendleton and Bull streets begins Monday, March 11.
March 07, 2019, Mia Grimm
Applications are now open for the Robert Noyce National Science Foundation Scholarships. Scholarships are for rising junior and senior mathematics or science majors who are interested in teaching high school science or mathematics.
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.
March 07, 2019, Mia Grimm
This Bike Rack Project aims to increase campus bike-ability and thus campus sustainability. Volunteers are asked to donate three hours of their time, and in return they will be rewarded with Mellow Mushroom Pizza.
March 01, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
March 01, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
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.
February 22, 2019, Koby Padgett
Due to the renovation of Close-Hipp, the 1700 block of College Street near Capstone will be closed temporarily.
February 20, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
February 20, 2019, Mia Grimm
Student Health Services has opened up nominations for their Stand Up Carolina Hero Awards.
February 19, 2019, Jeff Stensland
The presidential candidate search committee met via conference call on Feb. 13 to receive an update from Parker Executive Search.
February 19, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs is excepting applications for peer educators, who are committed to educating, serving and advocating for their fellow students and the university community in matters of inclusivity. Applications for the position close on March 8.
February 19, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Koger Center for the Arts has a variety of different performances and events this semester that are discounted exclusively for UofSC students.
February 14, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
February 12, 2019, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina hosts the first of two passport fairs for the spring semester on Wednesday (Feb. 20) in the Golden Spur game room, located in the basement of the Russell House.
February 12, 2019, Mia Grimm
Nominations are open for this award which recognizes individuals who have made significant and extraordinary contributions to the academic or personal lives of first-year students.
February 11, 2019, Mia Grimm
Registration is open for UofSC's Green Career Fair, both students and employers must register to attend.
February 11, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Office of Student Affairs is looking for speakers for its annual TEDx style event, CreedX.
February 07, 2019, Keisa Gunby
Faculty and academic departments are encouraged to submit an online form to recommend classrooms for enhancements to be done the summer of 2020.
February 07, 2019, Keisa Gunby
All department chairs and deans that approve the outside professional activities of faculty must watch two training videos each year.
February 04, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
February 04, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.
January 29, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Koger Center for the Arts is seeking participants among UofSC faculty, staff and students to find out how it is living up to its reputation and expectations.
January 29, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
January 29, 2019, Mia Grimm
Interested in representing the student body at UofSC? The Leadership and Service Center will be filing people for candidacy on Feb. 4 and 5.
January 29, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Civil Rights Alternative Spring Break trip will take place March 11-15. The trip fee is $300 for students and includes transportation, lodging, museum admission and some meals.
January 23, 2019, Mia Grimm
Have an idea for an app? Get paired with a programmer. EclubSC has partnered with the UofSC computer science department to bring mobile application ideas to fruition.
January 23, 2019, Mia Grimm
The third annual Leadership Week at UofSC will be from Jan. 28 to Feb. 2 and include a variety of different activities to help Gamecocks find their leadership style.
January 23, 2019, Keisa Gunby
UofSC invites applications and nominations for the position of director of USC Connect. Time commitment/effort is up to 12 months/100% and is negotiable.
January 22, 2019, Koby Padgett
The FS10 parking lot, located behind Colonial Life Arena on Gadsden Street, will lose over half its spaces from 3 p.m. Thursday (Jan. 24) until Saturday morning.
January 22, 2019, Mia Grimm
Forever To Thee Kids Day is UofSC Dance Marathon's annual spring fundraising push day, with a goal to fundraise $119,000 in 24 hours. This year, the event will run from 10 a.m. Jan. 30 to 10 a.m. Jan. 31.
January 17, 2019, Jeff Stensland
The University of South Carolina’s presidential candidate search committee met Jan. 11 to discuss various matters related to the search, including the development of a position description.
January 16, 2019, Catherine Jobe
Highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
January 16, 2019, Mia Grimm
Applications are open for the National Student Exchange Program. The priority application deadline is Feb. 1, and the regular application deadline is Feb. 26.
January 15, 2019, Mia Grimm
Applications are open to live in a townhouse with other UofSC students in Washington, D.C., this summer.
January 15, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Arnold School of Public Health's Tech Tuesday Talks showcase the intersection of health and technology innovations on campus. The first talk of the semester will be on Jan. 22.
January 15, 2019, Mia Grimm
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs will be hosting a retreat from March 29-31 to help students develop a greater understanding of what it means to be a leader in a diverse ever-changing world.
January 14, 2019, Jeff Stensland
U.S. News and World Report released its annual ranking of online graduate programs on Tuesday (Jan. 15) and UofSC’s education and nursing online graduate programs both excelled, with the College of Nursing’s programs ranking No. 6 overall (No. 3 among public programs) and the College of Education’s online graduate offerings ranking No. 34 in the nation.
January 02, 2019, Office of Parent & Family Programs
Review tips, frequently asked questions and talking points to help your student be successful this month.