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Happy new year to our Gamecock families! We are looking forward to having students back to campus for the spring semester! As a reminder, the spring 2017 fee payment deadline is this Wednesday, Jan. 4 by 5 p.m. Encourage your student to look over their bill closely before paying to make sure it is correct.
Before your student returns to campus, we encourage you to sit down with them to reflect on their fall semester successes and challenges and set spring 2017 goals. Continue to become familiar with university resources that you can connect your student with to help them accomplish their goals. As always, we are here to help, so do not hesitate to contact us!
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for timely posts and monthly tips to supplement this newsletter.
Pictured above: Attendees at the annual Student Leadership and Diversity Conference held on campus. Students interested in attending this year's conference on Feb. 4 should register now as space is limited!
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Parents Weekend 2017
Mark your calendars for Parents Weekend 2017, to be held Oct. 6-8! Registration is required.
More information about the schedule and registration will be made available in the coming months. Please continue to visit the Office of Parents Programs website throughout the spring and summer as you prepare for an unforgettable Gamecock weekend.
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Carolina Alert
The Carolina Alert Emergency Notification System is a tool the university uses to notify the community when an emergency affects our campus. All students should sign up for Carolina Alert to receive emergency information via text message and email through Self Service Carolina. If you would also like to receive the alerts, additional spaces are available in the student's account to add a parent/family member's email address and/or cell phone number.
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From the Bursar's Office
Spring 2017 bills
Tuition bills are now available on Self Service Carolina (SSC) for students who are registered for spring semester classes. Please be sure your student reviews their bill thoroughly and checks that all charges are present and accurate. The online and in-person payment deadline for spring 2017 is this Wednesday, Jan. 4 by 5 p.m.
Spring 2017 payment plans
Payment plans for the spring semester are available through your student's SSC account. These plans will allow your student to pay on a monthly schedule, until the balance is paid in full. An initial payment of 25% of the total balance is to be paid after all financial aid has been applied, plus a $75 administrative fee due at the time the student signs up for the payment plan. Three additional payments are due over the next three months on Feb. 10, March 10 and April 10. A late fee of $100 will be applied if payment is not made by the monthly deadline.
The payment plan covers tuition, housing, meal plans, technology and program fees. Any charges that are not captured in the payment plan such as parking citations, health service charges and student conduct charges must be paid manually through your student's SSC account.
If a student was enrolled in a payment plan for fall 2016, they would need to re-enroll for spring 2017 if they plan to take advantage of this option. Payment plans do not roll over from semester to semester.
Refunds and direct deposit
Students are strongly encouraged to set up direct
deposit via their
SSC account
in order to receive refunds most efficiently. When refunds are processed, they will reach the bank within an estimated 3-5 business days. Otherwise, refunds will be mailed via paper check to the address listed as current on the student record.
For
more information from the Office of the Bursar,
click here
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Opportunities to share with your student
Apply for the Homecoming Executive Commission
Students who are passionate about the spirit and traditions of USC are encouraged to
apply for the Homecoming Executive Commission
by Friday, Jan. 13 at 4 p.m. As part of the
Leadership and Service Center
, these peer leadership positions offer the opportunity to contribute to a team while learning skills necessary to be an effective leader and event planner.
Career fairs set for spring 2017
The
Career Center
has set the dates for the spring career fairs for students. The
Career Fest
(for non-technical careers) and the
Science, Engineering & Technology (S.E.T.) Fair
are scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 18. Both Career Fest and the S.E.T. Fair will be held in the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center from noon to 4 p.m. Employers will be present to talk with students about internships, cooperative education and full-time positions.
MLK Days of Service
The largest campus-wide community service event recognizes Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy through two days of service, Jan. 14 & 21. Students can make a positive impact in the greater Columbia area by joining hundreds of fellow students, faculty and staff in keeping Dr. King's dream alive. To find out more, click
here
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Register to attend the Student Leadership and Diversity Conference
The 31st annual
Student Leadership and Diversity Conference (SLDC)
offers an exciting opportunity for students and staff from institutions across the Southeast to network and explore important issues in diversity and student leadership.
USC students can register to attend
for $25, which includes breakfast, lunch, a T-shirt and all necessary materials. The conference is Saturday, Feb. 4 from 9:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Russell House University Union.
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University news updates
Panel discussion to start Martin Luther King Jr. event series
The USC School of Law will open this year's MLK event series with a panel discussion titled "Fulfilling Dr. King's Call for Justice, Unity and Equality for All" on Jan. 12 from 6-8 p.m. in the school's auditorium. The event is free and open to the public.
Read more>>>
College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management assists in attaining prestigious rankings
The University of So
uth Carolina has been ranked No. 1 in the United States and No. 3 in the world in the 2016 ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Sports Science Schools and Departments thanks to the College
of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management.
Read more>>>
Recently admitted Gamecocks share their acceptance letters
Early applicants from
across the country are beginning to receive their acceptance letters from the University of South Carolina. They are encouraged to take a picture with their letter and share their excitement to join the class of 2021!
Read more>>>
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