|
|
IMPORTANT DATES:
10/1 2022-2023 FAFSA opens
10/7-10/8 Fall Break (no classes)
10/10 Second Installment of the Bursar's Payment Plan due
10/11 Midpoint in the Semester
10/11 - 10/16 Homecoming
|
|
Dear Gamecock Families,
What a joy it was to celebrate Family Weekend with many of our Gamecock families this past weekend! Seeing so many parents, grandparents, siblings, and other family members reconnect with their student was heartwarming. Sharing in these moments is part of the Office of Parent & Family Program's mission. Our staff works to ensure you're able to support and encourage your student throughout their time at Carolina, and it’s always great to meet you when you’re on campus.
Families have the opportunity to give to the Parent Annual Fund, which provides funding for numerous support services directed at addressing mental health and substance abuse as well as improving the Gamecock Pantry, student union, and recreation facilities. The Parents Annual Fund allows our team to pivot quickly with funds to address changing student needs and challenges. I encourage your family to participate as an annual donor to the fund. Your gift is an investment in your student’s education and the University of South Carolina.
October is sure to be a busy month with midterms and fall break coming soon. Many students are looking forward to celebrating Homecoming the week of Oct. 11-16 with events like the NPHC Step Show, Cockstock concert, Lawn Game Olympics, and much more. In these busy days encourage your student to get regular rest, eat well, seek academic assistance from the Student Success Center, or just take a brain break by staying active. Here’s to another busy month!
|
|
Anna C. Edwards, Ph.D.
Associate Vice President for Student Life
|
|
|
|
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.
|
|
Academic Advising is the one experience that is required of all undergraduate students at UofSC every semester. Join Dr. Claire Robinson, Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Advisement and Director of the University Advising Center on Wednesday, Oct. 27 at 12 p.m. (noon) for a webinar that will describe the academic advising structure at UofSC, share how academic advisors provide holistic student support, answer frequently asked questions, and identify ways that you can support your student. |
|
The Parents Annual Fund supports programs on campus that serve students and their experience at Carolina. Please consider making a donation today. |
|
Free Shuttles to the Airport |
A free shuttle from campus to the Columbia Metropolitan Airport will be provided during fall break, Thanksgiving break, and spring break. Reservation required!
|
|
Students Can Apply for Financial Aid |
The 2022-23 FAFSA or Free Application for Federal Student Aid will be available starting Oct.1. It's free! Students are encouraged to apply each year that they wish to use federal financial aid. The school code for UofSC is 003448. |
|
Payment Plan Installment due
The second installment for the Fall 2021 Payment Plan is due Oct. 10. The Monthly payment can be paid in person, mailed into the Bursar’s Office, deducted from a checking account, or submitted online on Self Service Carolina.
|
|
Tuition bills will be available for students who are registered for spring semester classes beginning Nov. 19.
The payment deadline for Spring 2022 is Jan. 5.
|
|
Gamecock Entertainment is students’ main source for FREE and FUN stuff to do both on and
off-campus.
Encourage your student to follow Gamecock Entertainment on social media to be in the know about all the cool events!
|
|
Students can connect with alumni, industry practitioners and affinity groups through our UofSC Mentorship Hub. Encourage students to connect. |
|
|
Supporting our Gamecock Pantry
The Gamecock Pantry is an on-campus pantry created by students, for students! Any student with a valid CarolinaCard can access Gamecock Pantry and receive up to 15 food items a week. Your donations are what make it possible to keep the pantry consistently stocked for our patrons! If you would like to donate, check out our Amazon Wishlist!
|
|
Winter Break Courses
Is your student looking for ways to make the most of Winter Break? Winter Session courses help students graduate on time or early. All Winter Session courses are 3 credit hours, 3 weeks, and online. Students can still travel but take care of a course needed for graduation. For Financial Aid and tuition purposes, Winter Session courses are part of the spring semester! Visit the Winter Session website to learn more about dates & classes!
|
|
Students who have purchased their class ring are invited to take part in the 2021 Fall Ring Ceremony! This time-honored tradition will be held on Sunday, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m., with Interim President Pastides presenting each student with their ring on the grounds of the Historic Horseshoe. Up to four guests are welcome! The last day to register is Oct. 13. |
|
Are you a UofSC alum or a huge Gamecock fan? |
Join the UofSC Alumni Association for the 2021 Homecoming Weekend, Oct. 15-17. We are celebrating the Alumni Association's 175th anniversary, and we have tons of events for you, including our inaugural Gamecock Gala on Friday night. Learn more and register on our Homecoming site. |
|
The UofSC Postal Service and Mail Center offices are a one-stop shop for US Passport Services offering passport application and photo services by appointment. Plan ahead and apply early. |
|
Carolina Cash for Your Student |
Deposit CarolinaCa$h to your student’s CarolinaCard to utilize 30+ on-campus dining locations, 40+ off-campus vendors, vending machines, printing, parking, food and snacks at Gamecock Stadiums concession stands. |
|
COVID-19 Vaccination Incentives |
Students with proof of vaccination in their MyHealthSpace portal are entered to win amazing prizes each Friday. Vaccines are conveniently available at the Center for Health and Well-Being Mon. - Fri. from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Drop-ins welcome. |
|
|
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!
|
|
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.
|
|
|
 |
The University of South Carolina is the Official U.S. Partner of the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, and the only partner site in North America. |
|
|
|
“Knowing the world-class faculty that we have and the unique opportunities we afford our students, it comes as no surprise to me that we continue to be well-represented within the U.S. News and World Report’s academic rankings."
Stephen Cutler, interim provost and executive vice president for academic affairs
|
|
|
|
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
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
