After discovering she could pursue both her interests as majors, Rachel Vanek brought together her work in theatre and psychology to build a future focused on helping others.
Bennett entered the statistics major wanting to explore what opportunities the field had to offer. She did just that, taking on research projects and internships that showed her a wide range of ways she can make an impact with her statistics degree.
At USC, Brayden O'Dell channeled his curiosity into an English and biochemistry double major. He'll used what he learned about the "how" and "why" of human nature as he heads into the biomedical sciences graduate program at MUSC.
Blending global perspectives with a passion for equity, Sarah Kouyate turned her majors in international and African American studies into a future in public health and bioethics at Johns Hopkins University.
Christopher Tollefsen will lead the Center for American Civic Leadership and Public Discourse, focused on preparing students for active citizenship and fostering civic engagement in South Carolina.
After studying abroad and leading hands-on energy efficiency projects, University of South Carolina Honors graduate Ella Michel is launching a career in energy policy.
As the Class of 2026 prepares to walk across the commencement stage, graduates leave the University of South Carolina with memories of enduring friendships, newfound passions, supportive mentors and life-changing experiences.
USC poets describe poetry as a powerful, accessible way to slow down, process experiences, and connect through language and shared human emotions, regardless of one’s background or path to it.
USC astronomers bring stargazing to Congaree National Park, supporting dark sky certification and inspiring public interest in astronomy and night sky preservation at the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences.
Award-winning professor Beth Krizek has been named an American Association for the Advancement of Science Honorary Fellow. Learn more about her research in plant biology.
The University of South Carolina's Public History Program celebrated its 50th anniversary, highlighting its national impact, hands-on approach to training historians and vision for a more community-engaged future.
Motivated by her grandmother's neurological illness, neuroscience senior Jane Poinsette aims to pursue medicine to better support patients and families.
The University of South Carolina has named Christopher Culbertson dean of the University of South Carolina McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. He'll assume the role July 1.
A decades-long fascination with life has inspired Rachel Kiser, one of two Algernon Syndey Sullivan Awards recipients, to dedicate her career to improving drug treatments for diseases.
USC historian Bobby Donaldson was awarded South Carolina's highest civilian honor, the Order of the Palmetto, for his decades-long work preserving and elevating the state's civil rights history through research, education and public engagement.
Chemistry senior Christian Ruff's journey from the lab to a cybersecurity role at Mastercard highlights how exploring beyond your major can open unexpected career paths.
AutismConnect at USC brings together researchers, families and providers to support individuals with autism, offering workshops, resources and community through the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences.
University of South Carolina's conference on civic engagement and the constitutional order will bring scholars and campus leaders together to explore civic education, democratic challenges and a new report on civic literacy in South Carolina.
Writing for The Conversation, associate professor Magdalena Stawkowski describes her field research at a Soviet-era nuclear test site in Kazakhstan. Thousands still live around its cratered perimeter and stay because of their collective refusal to reject systems that had abandoned them and instead create their own terms for survival.
Learn how USC professor Beth Krizek transitioned from chemistry to plant biology, earning national recognition for her research on transcription factors and mentoring students at the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences.
Artificial intelligence can churn out a 2,000-word essay in seconds. It can even replicate some of the world's most famous pieces of art in incredible detail. Could it soon replace human creativity altogether?
"History, fairly and accurately told, is a valuable guide. It gives us the opportunity to make better decisions."
Each year, Discover USC presents more than 1,000 research projects covering hundreds of subject areas by students from all areas of the university. We reached out to students who previously participated to learn what the experience is like. Neuroscience junior Ansley Martin shares how presenting has helped her bring greater innovation to her research.
We're back again for another year and another round of some of the coolest classes you can take for fall 2026. There are a ton of unique learning experiences waiting to be uncovered. Whether you’re into sports, true crime, dancing, cooking or even something a little otherworldly, South Carolina has you covered.
Five University of South Carolina students earned the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship in 2026. This sets a record for the most Goldwater Scholars at USC in a single year and marks the 34th consecutive year the university has had at least one Goldwater Scholar.