Commencement & Hooding 2022
Each May, the School of Medicine Columbia hosts hooding ceremonies for eligible certificate, master's, and doctoral students...
SOMC Tree Lighting
Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to a festive kickoff of the winter holidays! Turn on the lights while enjoying cookies and hot cocoa with the Dean and colleagues! Thursday, December 2nd 5-6 p.m. in the Garden Courtyard at the School of Medicine Columbia.
2021 White Coat Ceremony
The MD Classes of 2024 and 2025 had their White Coat ceremonies on October 1, 2021 at 3 PM and 5:30 PM, respectively, at Segra Park. School of Medicine Columbia alumnae Drs. Theresa Mills-Floyd ('99) and Lisa Oie ('95) delivered the addresses, after which the students recited the Pledge of Commitment, dedicating their lives to the service of humanity.
Recipients Named for 2021 Award for the Advancement of Women in Science and Medicine
The School of Medicine Columbia Women in Science and Medicine Committee is pleased to announce the establishment of the Award for the Advancement of Women in Science and Medicine.
Jane Hixenbaugh Named 2021 William C. Gillespie Staff Recognition Award Recipient
The School of Medicine Columbia is pleased to announce that Jane Hixenbaugh, information resources consultant, Office of Information Technology (OIT), is the recipient of the 2021 William C. Gillespie Staff Recognition Award.
UofSC SOMC Hooding Ceremonies Video now available
On May 7, 2021, we celebrated the amazing accomplishments of our Class of 2021 graduates at the hooding ceremonies for our Graduate and Medical Student Programs. Given the unprecedented circumstances that accompanied this year's commencement, every aspect of these events required new approaches that ensured a safe environment while truly highlighting the accomplishments of our graduates. Our 2021 hooding video captures many memorable moments from these events.
Frequently Asked Questions: Commencement and Hooding
This page provides responses to frequently asked questions about the 2021 commencement and hooding ceremonies.
Commencement and Hooding 2021
The School of Medicine Columbia has been approved to hold a virtual Commencement and in-person Hooding Ceremonies. See the Commencement and Hooding page for more information.
Congratulations Class of 2021
Members of the class of 2021 has had to overcome significant adversity to complete their educations. Now commencement is almost upon us. Dean Les Hall, Associate Dean Joshua "J.T." Thornhill and Associate Dean Frank Spinale offer congratulatory messages.
Strategic Planning Update for the School of Medicine Columbia
In June of 2020, the UofSC School of Medicine Columbia announced we would focus our strategic planning efforts for the coming academic year on identifying ways to build a more robust culture of diversity and inclusion within our School of Medicine.
Town hall for the SOMC community scheduled for Jan. 12 (Tuesday)
A virtual town hall to discuss COVID-19 testing and vaccines will be held via WebEX on Jan. 12 (Tuesday). The town hall is open to all UofSC School of Medicine Columbia students, faculty and staff members.
Faculty and Staff Town Hall scheduled for Aug. 6
A virtual town hall will be held for UofSC School of Medicine Columbia faculty and staff from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 6 (Thursday). The session will address questions related to the reopening of campus. Questions may be submit in advance.
Faculty and Staff Virtual Town Hall scheduled for May 28
The University of South Carolina School of Medicine Columbia will hold a Faculty and Staff Virtual Town Hall via WebEx on May 28 (Wednesday).
Class of 2020 recognized through creative celebrations amid COVID-19 outbreak
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic that pushed students to virtual instruction in March, the faculty and staff at the School of Medicine Columbia found creative ways to celebrate the Class of 2020!
Campbell appointed Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology chair
Berry Campbell, M.D., has been appointed chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Ob/Gyn). He has served as the interim chair of the Ob/Gyn department since Jan. 1, 2020.
School of Medicine to hold Virtual Town Hall, April 22
The UofSC School of Medicine Columbia will hold a Virtual Town Hall for faculty and staff on Wednesday, April 22 to share updates on our response and future planning related to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Mayeaux to depart School of Medicine; Steen to serve as interim chair
E.J. Mayeaux, M.D., chair of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, has accepted a new role at Louisiana State University. Jamie Steen, M.D., will serve as interim chair.
School of Medicine Columbia - Coronavirus (COVID-19)
This page contains School of Medicine Columbia specific news related to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).
Derek Payne promoted to assistant dean of administration and finance
Based on the recommendation of an advisory committee and a review of his qualifications, Executive Dean Les Hall has selected Derek Payne to fill the new position of assistant dean for administration and finance, effective July 1, 2018.
Perkins stepping down from SOM of medicine roles to focus on AVP position
On July 1, 2018, Jeffrey Perkins, CPA, CIA, CHFR, MBA, relinquished his roles as chief of staff and associate dean for administration and finance for the School of Medicine to focus his attention on his role as USC associate vice president for business & finance and medical business affairs (AVP).