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Finance

The Office of the Student Body Treasurer manages Student Government's internal finances, and assists student organizations in securing funding assistance through Student Senate. 

Student Government Internal Budget 

The Student Government Internal Budget purpose is to provide funding for all student government lead initiatives, internal functions, and to best support the student experience. Click Here to review the internal budget.

Student Organization Allocation Budget

The Student Organization Allocation Budget purpose it to provide funding assistance for student organizations wishing to host on-campus events, conference, and tournaments. Click Here to review the Student Organization Allocation Budget.

funding process

Current Leadership 

Position Name Contact Information
Student Body Treasurer Reese Lycan rlycan@email.sc.edu
Chief of Staff Owen Coulam ocoulam@email.sc.edu
Deputy Cheif of Staff Kaleigh Erler kerler@email.sc.edu
Press Secretary Jacob Whisenant whisenaj@email.sc.edu
Name Contact Information

Ben Smith

bismith@email.sc.edu

Kevin Donlin

kdonlin@email.sc.edu

Timothy George

trg3@email.sc.edu

Eleanor McMakin

emcmakin@email.sc.edu

Shriya Gandham

sgandham@email.sc.edu

Aidan Farrell

amf40@email.sc.edu

Matthew McCarthy

mdm38@email.sc.edu

Zachary Gardnier

gardinez@email.sc.edu

Ej Hickerson

mdm38@email.sc.edu

FAQs

How much money can my organization request?  

Organizations can request up to $10,000 per fiscal year.

Can I request funds in the Fall for events happening in the Spring?  

Yes, you can. The funds will be drawn from the Spring budget.

What is considered a Program, Conference, or Tournament?  

Program: Any on-campus event, including tournaments and conferences held at the university.  
Tournament: A competitive event with another group, including research conferences where USC teams are presenting. Only travel, lodging, and registration fees are covered, capped at $6,000 per Tournament per organization.
Conference: A professional gathering where experts share knowledge. Only lodging and registration fees are covered, capped at $3,000 per Conference per organization.

How do I get reimbursed for an event?  

Contact your comptroller or email SASGTREA@mailbox.sc.edu. Once we receive all necessary information, reimbursement processing takes about 1 to 4 business weeks. For Tournaments or Conferences we require a TA to be filled out in advance.

What is a TA and TRV?  

Travel Authorization (TA): A form that must be filled out before attending a conference or tournament, listing all attendees and estimated costs.  
Travel Reimbursement Voucher (TRV): A form used to get reimbursed after the event. It must be completed within 10 University Days of the event and include all receipts and attendee details.

Do I need a bank account set up for my organization before requesting funds?  

No, you don’t. Reimbursements are made directly to the individuals who paid for the items.

Can I get funds paid out before an event?  

Generally, we only provide reimbursements. However, some University Vendors can be paid directly without requiring out-of-pocket expenses from students.

How do I find out who my Comptroller is?  

If you attended a Treasurer’s Workshop but didn’t receive an email about your comptroller assignment, contact SASGTREA@mailbox.sc.edu as soon as possible.

What counts as a University Day?  

University Days are days when the university is open during the fall and spring semesters, excluding weekends, holidays, and student breaks.



 


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