Vista Lights will affect traffic Nov. 21
November 14, 2024, Koby Padgett
Road closures for the annual Vista Lights on Nov. 21 will affect traffic for the campus community and fans heading to the men’s basketball game at 7 p.m. against Mercer.
Faculty and Staff Announcements
USC partnering with TIAA to help employees with student loans
October 16, 2024, Collyn Taylor
USC is partnering with TIAA to help employees navigate student loans and learn more about federal student loan programs, including hosting live Q&A sessions.
Registration open for annual MLK breakfast
October 08, 2024, Collyn Taylor
Make sure to reserve your spot now for the annual breakfast.
Resources for faculty, staff affected by Hurricane Helene
September 30, 2024, Collyn Taylor
USC is here for you and has a host of resources like the Faculty and Staff Emergency Fund for faculty and staff affected by Hurricane Helene.
Improvements coming to USC multifactor authentication services
September 03, 2024, Collyn Taylor
Changes are coming to the way the USC community logs in to Microsoft applications and university systems as the Division of IT transitions to Duo Verified Push and hardware-based options.
Health and Wellness Expo scheduled for Sept. 24
September 03, 2024, Collyn Taylor
USC is committed to let its employees know about the benefits the university offers and will host a one stop shop information session Sept. 24 at the Russell House.
Accessibility updates for Parking and Transportation Services
July 26, 2024, Koby Padgett
To continue to make campus more accessible, Parking and Transportation Services has updated its Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible parking and transit options.
What's changing with Parking and Transportation Services this fall
June 20, 2024, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina’s Parking and Transportation Services department will begin selling parking permits on July 1 with increased pricing, fees and a few other changes to how you park on campus.
USC expanding tuition assistance program
June 19, 2024, Collyn Taylor
USC’s tuition assistance program, which was already available for full-time equivalent (FTE) positions, is now be available for research grant and time-limited employees.
AiM work management system will streamline maintenance requests
June 14, 2024, Koby Padgett
The AiM work management system launches July 1 to handle all maintenance requests across the Columbia campus.
Volunteers needed for move-in 2024
June 11, 2024, Collyn Taylor
It’s never too early to start thinking about the newest wave of Gamecocks who will be here in August, and the university needs help from faculty and staff to welcome the Class of 2028. Move-in volunteers will receive a T-shirt and meal card as an incentive for participating.
Gravel lot closing for paving on June 3
May 30, 2024, Koby Padgett
The FS11 lot, a gravel lot between Discovery Garage and Colonial Life Arena, will be closed until August as Parking and Transportation Services enhances the lot over the summer.
New work management system coming to USC
May 10, 2024, Koby Padgett
The process of building maintenance and other work requests will be upgraded over the summer as University Facilities Services and University Housing begin using the AiM work management system online.
Human Resources announces Cocky Card program
May 10, 2024, Collyn Taylor
The Division of Human Resources announced a new employee appreciation program allowing faculty and staff to send branded e-cards to co-workers.
Parking permits changing, go on sale in July
May 02, 2024, Koby Padgett
The Parking and Transportation Services department will begin selling 2024-25 parking permits in July, with dates varying by permit level.
Controller's office earns 13th-straight Excellence in Financial Reporting award
April 24, 2024, Koby Padgett
The University of South Carolina controller’s office earned its 13th-consecutive Certificate of Achievement in Finance Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for 2023.
Parking launches ParkUSC
April 18, 2024, Koby Padgett
Parking and Transportation Services' new app called ParkUSC (Apple, Google Play) will help campus community members identify available spaces in campus parking lots.
USC unveils desegregation monument
April 16, 2024, Rebekah Friedman
The University of South Carolina will honor Robert Anderson, Henrie Monteith Treadwell and James Solomon Jr. — the first Black students admitted to the university since Reconstruction — with the unveiling of a commemorative monument on Friday (April 19).
NCAA Tournament games bring more traffic to arena district
March 19, 2024, Koby Padgett
The NCAA Tournament is back at Colonial Life Arena this week, and parking will be more congested than normal on Friday (March 22).
Construction of Desegregation Monument begins
February 23, 2024, Koby Padgett
Starting Monday (Feb. 26), crews will begin construction of the Desegregation Monument on the north side of McKissick Museum, causing some pedestrian detours around the site.
New Self Service experience set to launch Feb. 11
February 09, 2024
The changes will bring the university’s student information system to the latest software version, which incorporates standards and compliance requirements.
What you need to know about ordering Starship robot delivery via Grubhub
February 02, 2024, Koby Padgett
USC students, faculty and staff can begin ordering food and drinks for on-campus delivery via robots on Monday (Feb. 5) through a new partnership with Grubhub and Starship Technologies. Here’s a quick primer on how to order, what you can order and where it can be delivered.
Events and construction bring added congestion and detours to campus
January 18, 2024, Koby Padgett
Two major events near the Colonial Life Arena on Tuesday (Jan. 23) will bring more traffic to the area during the afternoon and evening and will affect people who park in those lots, while a road closure starting on Wednesday (Jan. 24) will affect campus traffic for a week.
Nominate faculty for awards
December 04, 2023, Maddie Lee
Nominate an outstanding faculty member for an award and help us recognize the immense talent we have at USC. University-wide awards for teaching, research, service and advising are now accepting nominations.
Fall 2023 final grades deadline information
December 01, 2023, Dana Woodward
As the semester begins to wind down, it is important to remember that Fall 2023 grades are due no later than 72 calendar hours after the final examination for the course.
Help Facilities plan for the future by taking survey
November 20, 2023, Koby Padgett
The Facilities Department asks students, faculty and staff to fill out a brief survey to help guide future programming as well as improve campus facility infrastructure.
Bull Street Garage upgrades starting over break
November 17, 2023, Koby Padgett
Visitor and hourly parking at Bull Street Garage will be limited starting at 5 p.m. Tuesday (Nov. 21) for the Thanksgiving break due to construction on lower levels.
Carolina Food Co. ranked best in SC
November 02, 2023, Koby Padgett
For the second consecutive year, Carolina Food Co. has been rated the best college food in South Carolina by Niche.com
Celebrate Free Speech Week
October 12, 2023
Oct. 15-21 is national Free Speech Week. Created in 2005, Free Speech Week is designed to raise public awareness of the importance of freedom of speech and of a free press in our democracy.
Apply by Oct. 16 for $3,000 fall internship incentives
October 06, 2023, Maegan Gudridge
The South Carolina Internship Program supports students gaining work experience in high-demand industries in the Palmetto State.
Gamecock General at Campus Village open
October 06, 2023, Koby Padgett
Campus Village’s dining options have expanded, as the Gamecock General store opened in the new housing jewel of south campus, the fourth Gamecock General on the Columbia campus.
Register for Carolina Alert
September 15, 2023, Maddie Lee
Students, faculty and staff should ensure that they are signed up for Carolina Alert through the office of Law Enforcement and Safety.
Update your wi-fi login information
September 08, 2023, Maddie Lee
Some members of the campus community may need to update their login information for the Columbia campus wi-fi network “eduroam.”
USC monitoring Hurricane Idalia
August 29, 2023
The University of South Carolina is operating under normal conditions while closely monitoring Hurricane Idalia.
What to know about COVID
August 24, 2023, Maegan Gudridge
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have reported a nationwide uptick in hospital admissions due to COVID. While experts say there’s no cause for alarm, it’s important that you take a few simple steps to protect yourself and your community.
Helpful campus apps
August 16, 2023, Koby Padgett
Several university departments offer helpful mobile apps for free to download on the device of your choice.
Columbia offers parking ticket amnesty
June 29, 2023
Drivers can have their parking ticket late fees reduced through a City of Columbia program running the month of July.
Greene Street at Assembly Street closed for 2 weeks
May 04, 2023, Koby Padgett
Portions of Greene Street at Assembly Street will be closed for two weeks starting Monday (May 8) as workers tie in a water line to the Greene Street United Methodist Church, which is now part of the School of Music.
USC earns 2022 Tree Campus Higher Education for 14th time
April 21, 2023, Koby Padgett
For the 14th-consecutive year, the University of South Carolina earned the Tree Campus Higher Education recognition by the Arbor Day Foundation for its commitment to effective urban forest management.
Give 4 Garnet
April 13, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Seniors graduating in May who give $20.23 or more during the Give 4 Garnet annual day of giving will receive a philanthropy graduation cord to wear at commencement for recognition as a USC donor.
Sprints USC printing services now accepts credit cards
April 04, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Sprints USC printing services now accepts credit cards. This is an online portal for student printing provided by USC Printing Services. The website currently offers Discover USC posters, research posters and pocket folders with new items available soon.
Office of the Provost to host Imagine Carolina virtual town halls
March 31, 2023, Dana Woodward
One will be for faculty and academic staff, and the other will be for graduate and professional students. Both will be on April 7, 2023.
Red Cross Bloodmobile on campus
March 30, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
In recognition of National Public Health Week, the Arnold School of Public Health will host the Red Cross Bloodmobile at College and Park Streets from 11 a.m. to 4 pm.m. Wednesday (April 5).
South Main work begins
March 24, 2023, Reagin von Lehe
Work has begun on the South Main Street project, which will affect parking and traffic on South Main between the State House and Blossom Street.
Gravel AD3 lot closing permanently
February 22, 2023, Koby Padgett
The AD3 gravel lot at Gadsden and Greene will permanently close during spring break.
Ghana delegation visits campus for presentation on "The Power of Social Change and Equality"
February 15, 2023, Hannah Cambre
The College of Social Work and the Pan-African Student Association will celebrate Ghana's contribution to the equality of women and girls by expanding access to quality education and entrepreneurship.
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.