Columbia just completed its second City Nature Challenge this weekend, an event that invited students and residents to document and share wildlife within the city. The challenge hosted over 20 free events in which organizers hoped to spark curiosity and connection between participants and the natural world.
Columbia native and Uber driver Mike Sloan is educating USC students on rideshare safety in his car, dubbed the "Watermelon Crawl." The nickname originates from Tracy Byrd's song "Watermelon Crawl," where he says, "If you drink, don't drive — do the watermelon crawl." Sloan advises riders on safety measures, gives free seminars to student groups and posts his interactions and advice on his TikTok account.
A representative from the USC athletics department gave an update on the Williams-Brice Stadium renovations.
Student Government officials have ideas for expanding and maintaining green spaces throughout campus.
Members of Student Government and student organizations examine the current funding system, including current issues and future solutions.
USC names Christopher Culbertson as dean of the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences. Culbertson currently serves as the dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Kansas State University, and he will begin his new role on July 1.
USC's technology law program helps to prepare future lawyers as they navigate an evolving legal landscape being shaped by AI and technological innovation. Both students and faculty note the need for leadership, ethical judgment and technological competency.
Thomas Spurgeon has been confirmed as the next student body treasurer.
USC's interdisciplinary Building a Brain club will launch research projects on computational neuroscience and behavioral psychology in the fall 2026 semester. The club also teaches students how to build a healthy brain through mental health advocacy and service.
The City of Columbia works to complete its 27-mile greenway riverfront connection by developing the last 100 acres along the Congaree River. Still in the beginning phase of the project, the city invites input from the community to ensure a variety of voices are heard.
USC's new student-led Vibrant Minds program and the impact it has had on its participants thus far.^ not a complete sentence -PM
Third-year statistics and economics student Brooklyn Tyner organized a protest against the university's AI usage.
The Nursing Language & Communication Society promotes health care equity by teaching common medical terminology in Spanish and American Sign Language. It prepares future health care providers to treat diverse populations through interactive workshops and games and promotes connection among nursing students.
Student Body President Cole Rotondo announced the nomination of Thomas Spurgeon for student body treasurer at the April 8 meeting of the student senate.
The critically endangered North Atlantic right whale is being researched by a USC professor. Focusing on the birthing trends of these whales, assistant professor Erin Meyer-Gutbrod hopes to lead to more protections for the species.
At the April 1 meeting of the student senate, Ashley Reynolds announced her resignation as treasurer. Student Body President Cole Rotondo will temporarily assume her responsibilities while looking for a new treasurer to nominate.
The Anne Frank Center, located on USC's campus, connects with both the Jewish community in Columbia and USC students. As a partner with the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, the center continues Anne Frank's Legacy through the tours.
