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IMPORTANT DATES:
9/06 Labor Day Holiday (No Classes)
9/06 Family Weekend Registrations Closes 4 p.m. (EDT)
9/24- 9/25 Family Weekend
MONTH-LONG Initiatives:
SophoMORE September
Gamecock Recovery Month
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Dear Gamecock Families,
While classes have only been in session for less than two weeks, I can assure you campus is lively as ever. Carolina Welcome events have been opportunities for all students to be introduced or re-introduced to our beautiful and dynamic campus. Students should start the semester by making sure they understand academic expectations for each class, checking out opportunities to get involved on campus, and utilizing resources (Student Success Center, Writing Center, Career Center---to name a few) to help them be success at Carolina. As we remind students regularly, there are many mental health resources available to students. Please encourage your student to take advantage of the support across campus.
The Office of Parent and Family Programs is gearing up for Family Weekend (Sept. 24-25) and hope you’ll be able to join in on the fun. Be sure to register as it is required for our featured events, including the President Meet and Greet, Rock the Roost, and Tailgate Party! For ease, download the Parent and Family mobile app to see all details for our Family Weekend 2021. The deadline for registration is Monday, Sept. 6!
As you will see throughout this e-newsletter there are plenty of great resources and information that you can share with your student. I encourage you to forward any and all information that is relevant to your student. While our faculty and staff share these opportunities with students, we recognize hearing it from family might help move the student to take the next step. We know how important family is to student success, so don't hesitate to reach out to Parent & Family Programs should you or your student have questions.
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Anna C. Edwards, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President for Student Life
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We are so excited to welcome families to campus for Family Weekend, Sept. 24-25! Registration will close on Sept.6 at 4 p.m. so be sure to purchase a package for every family member that will be attending! Due to planning requirements, late registration will not take place.
Note: Family Weekend packages with football tickets are limited as we approach the close of registration. Once all available packages with football tickets are purchased, we will be sold out.
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The university is continually monitoring conditions to determine what additional mitigation actions the campus community should take to keep themselves and others safer. These conditions contribute to the current campus status.
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Is your student interested in serving the Columbia community? |
Service Saturday is a monthly service day where volunteers can choose from a range of service sites.The next event will be at 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 11. Encourage your student to take this opportunity to get involved with the Columbia community!
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SophoMORE September is a month-long program dedicated to helping second-year students adjust to their unique second year at the university and feel welcomed and connected. SophoMORE September will consist of more than 40 events that are designed for second-year students at UofSC but are open to all students.
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Order your Spirit Packs today!
The Student Alumni Association (SAA) is selling Spirit Packs just in time for football season! They are $40 each, showcasing new custom, student-designed BEAT t-shirts, BEAT stickers, and a rally towel! They are also offering vintage pack options that feature Gamecock swag from years past!
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Payment Plan Installment due
The first installment for the Fall 2021 Payment Plan is due September 10. The Monthly payment can be paid in person, mailed in to the Bursar’s Office, deducted from a checking account, or submitted online on Self Service Carolina.
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National Student Exchange |
The National Student Exchange (NSE) provides a unique opportunity for students who wish to study away for an academic year, one semester or a summer at one of nearly 200 institutions in the United States, Canada, and U.S. Territories. Applications are being taken for the spring 2022 semester and student information sessions are beginning Sept. 1 at 4 p.m. |
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Your student can attend the UofSC vs. UGA watch party at Founders Park on Saturday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. There will be free Chick-Fil-A along with shuttle transportation from the horseshoe starting at 6 p.m.
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UofSC Celebrates Recovery Month |
UofSC will celebrate Recovery Month in September with speakers, workshops, coffee, and an alcohol-free Tailgate on Greene Street!
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Download the Parent & Family Program App today!
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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“We were one of the first big schools to actually bring life back to our building...We had to figure out how to make things work because the students deserved to have something going on, and it was our job to help give them that."
Shawnese Cleveland, Sport & Entertainment Management '21
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“ It was just the university and our residence hall finding ways to make sure we had a good experience. I actually had a great time during the pandemic; I can’t imagine how it would be regularly."
Fatou Diedhiou, Capstone Scholar & Public Health '24
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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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