- Talking Points
- Student Mail Center
- CarolinaCard
- Student Health Services
- Answering your questions
- University news
- Important dates
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Greetings!
Summer has arrived at South Carolina and I find myself reminiscing of this past school year. Our students have made a great impact on campus and beyond the Horseshoe gates this year and our community
is grateful for their contributions.
While I already miss the hustle and bustle of the Russell House, this slower season allows me to reflect on the work we are doing in the Department of Student Life. This year, our staff hosted
over 300 events that reached 97% of the undergraduate student population
at South Carolina.
Chances are your student took advantage of one of these events -- First Night Carolina, a Student Organization Fair, Family Weekend, or an athletic event with Student Ticketing. I encourage you to talk with your student about their time this year, specifically their favorite memory and what events and activities they hope to continue in the fall.
Getting involved on campus is the hallmark of a memorable college experience
and your support of their time here is invaluable to their success.
Our offices remain open during the summer (Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.), so please continue to contact the Office of Parent & Family Programs if you have questions or are looking for additional ways to support your student.
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Anna C. Edwards, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President for Student Life
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Summer blooms and the Horseshoe gates will welcome the newest students home to the University of South Carolina as part of New Student Orientation this summer.
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June Family Talking Points
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Developing a plan before needing it is important to finding success as an adult and as a college student. For example, creating an evacuation plan before a weather emergency is necessary in order to make it safely through the storm.
Similar preparation is key to helping students manage their stress when feeling pressure from classes and extracurricular projects.
As many students find summer to be less stressful than the academic year, now is a great time to talk with your student about their stress management plan. Discussing it now can help them when they encounter stressful situations down the road.
As you speak with your student about their stress management plan, consider sharing these suggestions as well:
- Attend weekly meditation and yoga for free in the Center for Health & Well-Being
- Join an intramural team to help with time management and building community
- Get involved with a Gamecock Entertainment event like Monet Monday (painting) or the latest outdoor movie
- Find a group exercise class or walk on the treadmills at the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center
- Meet with a Student Success Consultant to find new study skills and organization strategies
- Take a walk with the therapy dog, Indy, to enjoy the fresh South Carolina air
Students can also work one-on-one with a
stress management program coordinator
to create a plan and find strategies to routinely reduce stress.
Brainstorming solutions now can help them better manage their stress for years to come.
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Student Mail Center - Fall 2019
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Shipment of Packages
The Student Mail Center will begin accepting parcels Aug. 7 for students residing on campus this fall.
Fall Move-In Package Pick Up
Temporary package pick up for fall 2019 Move-In will take place at 718 Devine Street in Columbia during the following times:
- Aug. 14: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Early Arrivals)
- Aug. 19: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Move-In)
- Aug. 20: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Move-In)
The above location is only for picking up packages during Move-In. Regular operations for package pick up will resume Aug. 21 in the lower level of the Russell House University Union.
Off-Campus Students
Students residing off campus and enrolled in classes have the option to rent a campus mailbox in the Student Mail Center. The commuter mail and package service rental fee is $35 per term and only applies to those students residing off campus. Interested students can complete the "Off Campus Box Rental Application" under "Account Information/Optional Fees," at
my.sc.edu.
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CarolinaCard Summer Updates
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Summer Dining Options
Students living on campus or taking classes this summer can take advantage of the Block 25 Meal Plan, which provides 25 meal plan swipes and $50 meal plan dollars for $265. Summer meal plans are valid May 13 through Aug. 1 and can be purchased by contacting the CarolinaCard Office at 803-777-1708.
Summer dining hours are available at
sc.edu/dining
. The following campus dining locations are open this summer:
- Preston’s at Noon
- Panera Bread
- Carolina Creamery
- Global Café
- Honeycomb Café
- Bates Diner.
Add CarolinaCa$h
Students and families can add CarolinaCa$h to a CarolinaCard by:
- Visiting GET.cbord.com/sc. You will need the student's VIPID (00123456), birth date, and name to add funds via GET.cbord.com/sc.
- Visiting the CarolinaCard Office in the basement of the Russell House which is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
- Calling the CarolinaCard Office at 803-777-1708.
Students can manage their money and view balances by downloading the GET mobile app, available for iOS and Android devices.
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Student Health Services News
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Student Health Services Summer Hours
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Proof of Insurance
Students who take six credit hours or more are required to have health insurance for 2019-2020. Students must either:
- Purchase the university-sponsored Student Health Insurance Plan or
- Waive the requirement by sharing proof of their own appropriate health insurance, whether under a policy of their own or a parent's plan.
Students need to visit
sc.myahpcare.com
to select the Student Health Insurance Plan or input their subscriber information to waive the fee. Information will be verified and an email will be sent to the student notifying them of approval. Failure to waive will result in automatic enrollment in the university-sponsored Student Health Insurance Plan. Visit
sc.edu/studentinsurance
for more information.
Summer Student Health Fee
During the university summer schedule, beginning May 13, students will continue to have access to the services provided by Student Health Services. Fees for services provided at the Center for Health and Well-Being and Thomson Building will be assessed based on the student’s enrollment status at the time of the appointment.
A summer Student Health Fee covers routine office visits, preventive health consultations and mental health visits for enrolled students who visit Student Health Services within their summer session course start and end dates. Please call Financial Services at 803-777-3174 with any questions regarding the Student Health Fee or the Student Health Insurance Plan.
Measles Prevention
Student Health Services is encouraging all students, faculty and staff to know their immunization status for the measles as soon as possible. The lab can perform a blood test to determine immunity or the immunization department can provide the MMR vaccine. The blood test is $29 and the MMR vaccine is $75. Students can contact the lab to schedule a blood test at 803-777-3958 or the immunization department to receive the vaccine at 803-777-9511.
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The Office of Parent & Family Programs is your resource for supporting your student during their time at South Carolina. We receive phone calls and emails each day from parents and family members looking to help their student. To better assist you, we are sharing one question every month in the Family E-News.
My student is in Columbia taking classes this summer. Are there any events or activities going on while they're there?
Definitely!
Gamecock Entertainment
is hosting various programs throughout the summer for students to enjoy, like: outdoor movie nights, Columbia Fireflies games and World Cup watch parties.
Campus Recreation
is also coordinating summer intramural leagues for soccer, pickleball and spikeball. Additionally, if your student is looking to step away from campus, the
Soda City Market
happens every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. between the 1200-1600 blocks of Main Street. There are food and craft vendors, local businesses and more to keep your student entertained!
Have a question?
Contact the Office of Parent & Family Programs at 1-800-868-6752 or
scparents@sc.edu,
Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. for assistance. Don't forget to check the Monthly Tips announcement on the
Parents & Families Gateway
for additional ways to help your South Carolina student this month.
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"Here today, gown tomorrow"
It happens every semester, but it never gets old. Seniors finish their exams and walk across the stage as proud graduates. TIMES spoke with eight May graduates about their decision to attend Carolina and the memories they've made here.
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The search for the University of South Carolina’s next president continues, but don’t expect a slowdown in institutional operations when Interim President-elect Brendan Kelly takes office Aug. 1.
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June 16:
Father's Day
July 4:
Independence Day -
university offices closed
Aug. 5:
Sorority houses open for residents
Aug. 14:
Fee payment deadline
Aug. 14:
Sorority recruitment move-in and orientation
Aug. 15:
Summer graduation
Aug. 19-20:
Move-In
Aug. 21:
First Night Carolina
Aug. 22:
Fall semester classes begin
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Please continue to visit the Parents & Families Gateway for information and resources at
sc.edu/parents
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Office of Parent & Family Programs
University of South Carolina
Parents Assistance Line: 1-800-868-6752
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