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The flagship university of the state of South Carolina. Home of the South Carolina Gamecocks.
About 1/5 of our students are considered first-generation, meaning their parents did not complete a bachelor's degree.
As we gear up to celebrate #USCImpact at Carolina Day this week, meet a few of our incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/11/first-gen-profiles.php
As we gear up to celebrate #USCImpact at Carolina Day this week, meet a few of our incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/11/first-gen-profiles.php
Taking the first steps
Meet a few of USC's first-generation students and learn how they are thiriving in and out of the classroom.
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February 15, 2026 at 9:08 PM
About 1/5 of our students are considered first-generation, meaning their parents did not complete a bachelor's degree.
As we gear up to celebrate #USCImpact at Carolina Day this week, meet a few of our incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/11/first-gen-profiles.php
As we gear up to celebrate #USCImpact at Carolina Day this week, meet a few of our incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/11/first-gen-profiles.php
We ❤️ USC love stories 🥹
Happy Valentine’s Day, Gamecocks!
Happy Valentine’s Day, Gamecocks!
February 14, 2026 at 2:38 PM
We ❤️ USC love stories 🥹
Happy Valentine’s Day, Gamecocks!
Happy Valentine’s Day, Gamecocks!
From obstetricians & nurses to social workers & psychiatrists, USC grads are especially needed in rural areas, where more than 1/4 of South Carolinians live.
In these small towns, their impact is community-wide. #USCImpact https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/05/state-of-well-being-carolinian.php
In these small towns, their impact is community-wide. #USCImpact https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/05/state-of-well-being-carolinian.php
State of well-being
From obstetricians and nurses to social workers and psychiatrists, University of South Carolina graduates are especially needed in rural areas, where more than a quarter of the state’s residents live....
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February 13, 2026 at 1:50 PM
From obstetricians & nurses to social workers & psychiatrists, USC grads are especially needed in rural areas, where more than 1/4 of South Carolinians live.
In these small towns, their impact is community-wide. #USCImpact https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/05/state-of-well-being-carolinian.php
In these small towns, their impact is community-wide. #USCImpact https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/05/state-of-well-being-carolinian.php
Andrew Verma balanced work, earned a Palmetto College degree, added an MBA from USC Aiken and turned flexibility into momentum.
Now he’s leading at one of the world's largest banks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2026/01/andrew_verma_palmetto_college.php
Now he’s leading at one of the world's largest banks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2026/01/andrew_verma_palmetto_college.php
'They had a plan for me'
Andrew Verma's job at a large bank call center was a great landing spot right after high school but the variable schedule made attending college a challenge. Then he found Palmetto College and a fast ...
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February 12, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Andrew Verma balanced work, earned a Palmetto College degree, added an MBA from USC Aiken and turned flexibility into momentum.
Now he’s leading at one of the world's largest banks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2026/01/andrew_verma_palmetto_college.php
Now he’s leading at one of the world's largest banks. ⤵️ https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2026/01/andrew_verma_palmetto_college.php
USC professor Michael Harley and his ensemble, Alarm Will Sound, just won Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards! 🎉
USC School of Music professor wins 2026 Grammy
Bassoon professor Michael Harley and his new-music ensemble Alarm Will Sound snared top honors in Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance for Land of Winter, a collaborative piece that was also ...
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February 3, 2026 at 8:38 PM
USC professor Michael Harley and his ensemble, Alarm Will Sound, just won Best Chamber Music/Small Ensemble Performance at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards! 🎉
Campus will resume normal operations Tuesday, Feb. 3. Classes will meet as scheduled and campus services will return to normal hours. sc.edu/Weather
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February 2, 2026 at 7:13 PM
Campus will resume normal operations Tuesday, Feb. 3. Classes will meet as scheduled and campus services will return to normal hours. sc.edu/Weather
For 10 years, our Center for Civil Rights History & Research has been telling the story of South Carolina’s major role in the American Civil Rights movement.
More on that history & the important work that the center has done to bring it to life for generations to come. https://youtu.be/sSswXFW3Bt4
More on that history & the important work that the center has done to bring it to life for generations to come. https://youtu.be/sSswXFW3Bt4
February 2, 2026 at 3:57 PM
For 10 years, our Center for Civil Rights History & Research has been telling the story of South Carolina’s major role in the American Civil Rights movement.
More on that history & the important work that the center has done to bring it to life for generations to come. https://youtu.be/sSswXFW3Bt4
More on that history & the important work that the center has done to bring it to life for generations to come. https://youtu.be/sSswXFW3Bt4
Due to continued inclement weather, our Columbia campus will remain closed on Monday, Feb. 2.
All in-person classes and previously scheduled events on Monday are canceled. Essential food and other services will operate under modified hours. More: sc.edu/weather
All in-person classes and previously scheduled events on Monday are canceled. Essential food and other services will operate under modified hours. More: sc.edu/weather
Weather related announcements and updates
Updated information regarding weather events.
sc.edu
February 1, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Due to continued inclement weather, our Columbia campus will remain closed on Monday, Feb. 2.
All in-person classes and previously scheduled events on Monday are canceled. Essential food and other services will operate under modified hours. More: sc.edu/weather
All in-person classes and previously scheduled events on Monday are canceled. Essential food and other services will operate under modified hours. More: sc.edu/weather
We are monitoring the potential for winter weather on Saturday, Jan. 31, including the possibility of snow accumulation in Columbia and throughout the Midlands.
Weather-related operations updates can always be found on our website: sc.edu/Weather
Weather-related operations updates can always be found on our website: sc.edu/Weather
Weather related announcements and updates
Updated information regarding weather events.
sc.edu
January 29, 2026 at 9:03 PM
We are monitoring the potential for winter weather on Saturday, Jan. 31, including the possibility of snow accumulation in Columbia and throughout the Midlands.
Weather-related operations updates can always be found on our website: sc.edu/Weather
Weather-related operations updates can always be found on our website: sc.edu/Weather
For 225 years, we’ve been more than just the University of South Carolina. We’re proud to be the University FOR South Carolina.
Carolina Day at the Statehouse is all about #USCImpact. Learn more and join us in-person or online. 🔗 uscalumni.com/carolinaday
Carolina Day at the Statehouse is all about #USCImpact. Learn more and join us in-person or online. 🔗 uscalumni.com/carolinaday
January 29, 2026 at 3:21 PM
For 225 years, we’ve been more than just the University of South Carolina. We’re proud to be the University FOR South Carolina.
Carolina Day at the Statehouse is all about #USCImpact. Learn more and join us in-person or online. 🔗 uscalumni.com/carolinaday
Carolina Day at the Statehouse is all about #USCImpact. Learn more and join us in-person or online. 🔗 uscalumni.com/carolinaday
Due to inclement weather, our Columbia campus will open under a delayed start at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 26.
All classes beginning before 11 a.m. on Monday are canceled. More: sc.edu/Weather
All classes beginning before 11 a.m. on Monday are canceled. More: sc.edu/Weather
Weather related announcements and updates
Updated information regarding weather events.
sc.edu
January 26, 2026 at 1:47 AM
Due to inclement weather, our Columbia campus will open under a delayed start at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 26.
All classes beginning before 11 a.m. on Monday are canceled. More: sc.edu/Weather
All classes beginning before 11 a.m. on Monday are canceled. More: sc.edu/Weather
January 21, 2026 at 4:42 PM
In March, USC dance students had the un-precedented opportunity to participate in a residency program with the world-renowned Joffrey Ballet. 🩰
More from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
More from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 31, 2025 at 8:38 PM
In March, USC dance students had the un-precedented opportunity to participate in a residency program with the world-renowned Joffrey Ballet. 🩰
More from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
More from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
In February, we broke ground on a cutting-edge, 300,000-square-foot-plus new home for the School of Medicine Columbia slated to open in 2027. 🏗️ More highlights from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 30, 2025 at 7:09 PM
In February, we broke ground on a cutting-edge, 300,000-square-foot-plus new home for the School of Medicine Columbia slated to open in 2027. 🏗️ More highlights from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
It's been a record-breaking year in enrollment, applications received, fundraising and research funding. 📈
Get the rest of our 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
Get the rest of our 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 29, 2025 at 7:17 PM
It's been a record-breaking year in enrollment, applications received, fundraising and research funding. 📈
Get the rest of our 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
Get the rest of our 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
In April this year, we were proud to announce the renamed McCausland College of Arts and Sciences following a historic $75 million investment. 🏛️
More highlights from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
More highlights from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 26, 2025 at 1:57 PM
In April this year, we were proud to announce the renamed McCausland College of Arts and Sciences following a historic $75 million investment. 🏛️
More highlights from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
More highlights from 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
This year, we celebrated the graduation of two student mascots who wore Cocky’s iconic yellow shoes. 🎓 More 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 24, 2025 at 8:38 PM
This year, we celebrated the graduation of two student mascots who wore Cocky’s iconic yellow shoes. 🎓 More 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
Our Brain Health Network continues to address the need for cognitive care in our state and this year, we were proud to open our 7th Brain Health Clinic in Orangeburg. 🧠
Look back at 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
Look back at 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 23, 2025 at 2:11 PM
Our Brain Health Network continues to address the need for cognitive care in our state and this year, we were proud to open our 7th Brain Health Clinic in Orangeburg. 🧠
Look back at 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
Look back at 2025: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
From the release of her Nike line to being named Time Magazine’s Athlete of the Year and joining USC’s Hall of Fame, 2025 was yet A’nother record-setting year for A’ja Wilson. 🐐
More 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
More 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
December 22, 2025 at 10:49 PM
From the release of her Nike line to being named Time Magazine’s Athlete of the Year and joining USC’s Hall of Fame, 2025 was yet A’nother record-setting year for A’ja Wilson. 🐐
More 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
More 2025 highlights: go.sc.edu/2025InReview
Hats off to the newest members of the USC Alumni family. 🎓 #ForeverToThee25
Students for a short time, Gamecocks for a lifetime. ❤️
Students for a short time, Gamecocks for a lifetime. ❤️
December 15, 2025 at 10:40 PM
Hats off to the newest members of the USC Alumni family. 🎓 #ForeverToThee25
Students for a short time, Gamecocks for a lifetime. ❤️
Students for a short time, Gamecocks for a lifetime. ❤️
Here's a health to the graduating Gamecocks from the class of 2025. 🎓 #ForeverToThee25
Join us live on Facebook for December Commencement at 2 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/uofsc
Join us live on Facebook for December Commencement at 2 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/uofsc
December 15, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Here's a health to the graduating Gamecocks from the class of 2025. 🎓 #ForeverToThee25
Join us live on Facebook for December Commencement at 2 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/uofsc
Join us live on Facebook for December Commencement at 2 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/uofsc
Heart defects affect ~1% of babies born in the U.S., making this an important part of nursing curriculum. @uofscnursing.bsky.social's Stephanie Schaller invented a tool so students can learn heart defects hands-on.🫀 https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/11/schaller-cardioeducator-teaching-tool.php
Innovative cardiac teaching tool earns recognition for nursing faculty
Heart defects affect about 1 percent of all babies born in the United States each year, making the cardiovascular system an important part of the nursing curriculum. To help students master this mater...
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December 4, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Heart defects affect ~1% of babies born in the U.S., making this an important part of nursing curriculum. @uofscnursing.bsky.social's Stephanie Schaller invented a tool so students can learn heart defects hands-on.🫀 https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/11/schaller-cardioeducator-teaching-tool.php
Come with curiosity. Leave with confidence.
Tell a friend to tell a friend they were #MeantToBe a Gamecock. Apply by Dec. 1. sc.edu/apply
Tell a friend to tell a friend they were #MeantToBe a Gamecock. Apply by Dec. 1. sc.edu/apply
November 6, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Come with curiosity. Leave with confidence.
Tell a friend to tell a friend they were #MeantToBe a Gamecock. Apply by Dec. 1. sc.edu/apply
Tell a friend to tell a friend they were #MeantToBe a Gamecock. Apply by Dec. 1. sc.edu/apply
About one-fifth of our students are considered first-generation, meaning their parents did not complete a bachelor's degree. #CelebrateFirstGen
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on a few incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ sc.edu/uofsc/posts/...
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on a few incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ sc.edu/uofsc/posts/...
Taking the first steps
Meet a few of USC's first-generation students and learn how they are thiriving in and out of the classroom.
sc.edu
November 4, 2025 at 7:12 PM
About one-fifth of our students are considered first-generation, meaning their parents did not complete a bachelor's degree. #CelebrateFirstGen
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on a few incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ sc.edu/uofsc/posts/...
This week, we’re shining a spotlight on a few incredible #FirstGenGamecocks. ⤵️ sc.edu/uofsc/posts/...
Light it up! 🚨
Capstone is glowing garnet tonight as we celebrate the 140 current, emeritus and USC-affiliated researchers were honored as the world’s top-cited researchers!
Learn more: https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/10/usc-top-experts-2025.php
Capstone is glowing garnet tonight as we celebrate the 140 current, emeritus and USC-affiliated researchers were honored as the world’s top-cited researchers!
Learn more: https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/10/usc-top-experts-2025.php
October 27, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Light it up! 🚨
Capstone is glowing garnet tonight as we celebrate the 140 current, emeritus and USC-affiliated researchers were honored as the world’s top-cited researchers!
Learn more: https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/10/usc-top-experts-2025.php
Capstone is glowing garnet tonight as we celebrate the 140 current, emeritus and USC-affiliated researchers were honored as the world’s top-cited researchers!
Learn more: https://www.sc.edu/uofsc/posts/2025/10/usc-top-experts-2025.php