Ken Parks named IT director Beginning Nov. 16, Parks will direct the planning, strategic development, design and operations of information technology systems within the division.
Patrick Flynn named Student Life communications and events director Flynn is responsible for promoting the Department of Student Life through communications and marketing, planning and implementing major events, managing the department's emergency communication planning and overseeing the student ticketing office.
First gen lifeline First-generation students from low-income families who arrive at the University of South Carolina find a home and support through the Opportunity Scholars Program, where a combination of smaller classes, mentoring, advising and workshops improves students’ academic performance and graduation rates.
Sonia Badesha named director of Student Disability Resource Center Badesha, who began her role June 15, oversees disability-related compliance at South Carolina and facilitates accommodations for students with disabilities on the Columbia and Palmetto College campuses.
UofSC awarded grant to support recovery and substance misuse services The Substance Abuse Prevention and Education office was awarded a $528,000 grant from the South Carolina Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services to support collegiate recovery and substance misuse services.
Kara Law named director of finance Beginning April 16, Law will provide guidance, monitoring and analysis in budgeting and finance for the departments comprising Student Affairs and Academic Support.
UofSC wins Institutional Excellence Award from national student conduct group The award from the Association of Student Conduct Administration recognizes excellence and innovation in the field of student conduct.
U101 has most successful semester despite COVID-19 adjustments University 101 had its most successful semester ever in fall 2020, according to results from course evaluations and the First-Year Seminar Assessment. Students agreed that they recommend future UofSC students take University 101, the course improved their transition to the university and taking the course was a valuable experience.
Reactivated Council on Sustainability advances efforts toward national leadership South Carolina has re-established the President's Council on Sustainability, whose members are charged with providing "input and expertise to the Office of Sustainability regarding goals, programming and evaluation of sustainability at the university."
COVID-19: Overcoming addiction during a pandemic One year after COVID-19's arrival in the United States, it's clear that its effects go beyond the disease itself. Conclusive, long-term data on how the pandemic has impacted substance abuse is not yet available — but the short-term data suggest an overall increase.
Leena Holt named director of Parent and Family Programs Holt will serve as the primary contact for parents and families of undergraduate students at South Carolina and will be responsible for managing events and communications that help parents and families support their students' success.
UofSC receives grant to support alcohol-free programs, prevention education A grant from the International Town Gown Association through the Molson Coors Great Plays Program will be used to promote risk reduction strategies, substance abuse education and alcohol-free programming to promote safety and health for students.
After tragedy, student finds new beginning at UofSC Honors College After losing both of her parents, Antonia Adams has made a new start at the South Carolina Honors College. Her journey shows the importance of perseverance and the belief that education can restore confidence and hope.
