Michael Amiridis selected as 30th president of the University of South Carolina
Michael Amiridis, the chancellor of the University of Illinois-Chicago since 2015, has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina.
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Keep Carolina safe
You have a critical role in reducing the spread of COVID-19 on campus and in the Carolina Community. Demonstrate your commitment to keep UofSC in good health.
Let's Get to Work
Check out this week's highlighted jobs, internships, co-ops and service opportunities from YOUR UofSC career finder, Handshake.
2021: A year in review
2021 was a challenging year for just about everyone. But it was also a year to remember, with plenty of reasons for the University of South Carolina to celebrate — and even get a little cocky.
Announcements
Get involved with student-run research magazine
Carolina CrossTalk is looking for research stories and new team members, including writers, editors, designers and photographers
Order your UofSC ring Jan. 31-Feb. 4
Eligible UofSC students can order their UofSC rings from Balfour representatives in the Russell House second floor lobby.
Parking opens garages Jan. 21-23
With campus closing on Friday, January 21 due to predicted inclement weather, UofSC Parking and Transportation Services will allow students, faculty and staff to park on the lower levels of the Bull St. Garage and the metered spaces on the lower two levels in the Pendleton St. Garage.
Program helps students with ADHD improve organization, time management
Thriving in College with ADHD is an eight-week program to help students manage their ADD/ADHD symptoms and develop study, organization and time management skills.
Outstanding Senior Award application deadline extended
Students selected for this award also will be considered for the university’s top undergraduate honors: the President’s Award, Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award and Steven N. Swanger Leadership Award.
Student Events
Student Org Fair Banner Painting
Monday, Jan. 24, 2022
Location: RHUU Russell House Patio, RHUU Russell House Patio Stage
Guided Meditation
Monday, Jan. 24, 2022
Location: C.A.L.M. Oasis - Center for Health and Well-Being 215
MAPP Info Session
Monday, Jan. 24, 2022
Location: Russell House University Union 034 The Intersection Lounge
Dates and Deadlines
University Senior Awards Deadline
Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022
DEADLINE -Magellan Scholar proposals due
Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022
Magellan Apprentice Application Deadline
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022
Magellan Mini-Grant Application Deadline
Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022
Midpoint in Semester
Thursday, Mar. 3, 2022
Spring Break (no classes)
Ongoing through Sunday, Mar. 13, 2022
Tools and Resources
Stories for Students
Carolina Day brings UofSC community together
On Jan. 26, University of South Carolina alumni and advocates will come together in support of the university’s efforts to build a stronger, healthier state — and to thank state legislators who have helped the university fulfill its mission to provide an affordable, accessible education.
UofSC physics graduate leads American Medical Association through the pandemic with optimism
As president of the American Medical Association, Gerald Harmon, a University of South Carolina physics graduate, sees a path to progress as he leads America’s medical community through a pandemic.
Michael Amiridis selected as 30th president of the University of South Carolina
Michael Amiridis, the chancellor of the University of Illinois-Chicago since 2015, has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina.