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IMPORTANT DATES:
7/4 Independence Day Holiday (no classes/University closed)
7/6 Family Weekend registration goes live at 10 a.m. (EDT)
8/11 Fall tuition bills due by 5 p.m.
8/19 First day of classes for the Fall 2021 semester
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Gamecock Families!
We have jumped right into the summer activities on campus. As the campus prepares to welcome students and families that will be attending orientation, we are optimistic for Fall 2021. As a proud member of the Gamecock family, I hope that you will check out all the great opportunities UofSC has to offer! From the outstanding academic programs to the vibrant student life, know that our staff is working hard to welcome students back for the upcoming year. Check out the video below highlighting the Leadership and Service Center.
As many of you know, we have had a recent change to our leadership at UofSC, please see this message sent on May 21, 2021 from Interim President Harris Pastides. Family members can stay informed and get helpful resources for students through this E-news, the parent mobile app, and following the various UofSC social media platforms. We know that parents and families have a big impact on their student's experience and hope that you’ll be a part of this journey with your student!
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Anna C. Edwards, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President for Student Life
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Be sure to check out the Family Weekend website for all the latest updates regarding family weekend Sept. 24-25. Mark your calendars as online registration opens on July 6. We encourage families to download the mobile app for all updates!
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Want your upper-class student to live
on campus in Fall 2021?
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Students must complete the housing application located at my.sc.edu in the housing portal. Don’t delay, 650 Lincoln spaces are going quickly. If you have any questions, we encourage you to call University Housing at 803-777-4283 to speak with an assignment coordinator.
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Summer work opportunities for students |
Encourage them to visit the Handshake website, where thousands of positions are available in various career fields. If they are interested in an opportunity that’s paid, but on a shorter-term basis, they should check out the micro-internships featured on our partner’s website
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Did your student obtain an internship or co-op?
Encourage your student to report their summer or upcoming fall semester experience in Handshake to enroll in the Career Center's Carolina Internship Program or Co-op Program.
By participating in our programs, your student will receive university recognition on their transcript and maintain their full-time student status.
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Calling all recent graduates
Each year we collect information from our graduating seniors to learn more about trending employment outcomes, who are hiring our students, and where they will be headed after graduation. Let us know about their plans!
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New payment requirement
The National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA) has issued a rule requiring that all ACH web debits be validated before they are used to make a payment or receive a refund. The easiest way to validate your checking account ahead of time is to set up your payment profile in Self Service Carolina
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Show your support to the Student Alumni Association
Home to over 40 years worth of Carolina traditions, the UofSC Student Alumni Association offers students the ability to make connections, establish leadership, and develop Gamecock pride. Show your support and get your spirit pack today for just $40 which includes four BEAT T-shirts, twelve BEAT Stickers, and a rally towel.
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Campus Recreation has a lot to offer this summer! Students taking a summer class, do not need to purchase a summer class. Students not taking any summer class, may purchase a summer membership.
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Carolina Food Co. is offering new meal plan options for Gamecocks this fall that provide added value, flexibility, and convenience. We have options available to support the well being of all students, whether you are a first time resident, upperclassmen resident, or student living off campus.
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Students who will use 529 education savings and trust funds should send a copy of their tuition statement to their plan administrator as soon as possible to ensure funds are disbursed and arrive before the deadline. |
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Students have the ability to assign Authorized Users to their account via SSC. This will give you access to make payments, view account balance/history, set up payment plans, and more!
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Did You Know? 8050 students have had at least one shot of the vaccine.
This number is rapidly increasing as more and more students continue to submit their vaccine records daily. We encourage students to upload their vaccine card to their MyHealthSpace. If your student is in the Columbia area this summer, have them stop by the Health Center to get vaccinated. We can help speed the return to a more normal and vibrant university environment. Students can learn more at COVID-19 Vaccine Information.
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This July, University Health Services is partnering with SCDHEC to offer an exclusive webinar Q&A for parents and families of current and incoming students. This session will cover anything your student needs to know about the COVID-19 vaccine for the fall semester. Stay tuned for more details.
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Stay Connected with Us!
Our Parent and Family app consolidates need-to-know and helpful information. It provides quick and easy access to important web pages, campus partners, and us. It’s a tool for any family member to have in their back pocket!
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Talking with Students about Alcohol
We offer an in-depth guide to talking with your student about alcohol use during their time in college. This conversation guide is available to download for University of South Carolina parents and family members. Use code "UofSCfamily" as the username and password when logging in to access the guide.
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"Campus Village will be nothing short of one of the best living and learning communities in the United States."
Interim President Harris Pastides
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Please continue to visit the Parents & Families Gateway for information and resources at sc.edu/parents.
Office of Parent & Family Programs
University of South Carolina
Parents Assistance Line: 1-800-868-6752
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