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Members of Brothers of Nubian Descent, or BOND, are pictured congregating around a pool table during an organization event. The organization is open to all men of color at the University of South Carolina, and it promotes unity and retention intending to enhance the Black male experience on campus.

USC club aims to build safe space, brotherhood for its members

BOND, a student-led organization at USC, works to create a safe space for Black men to express themselves and talk about their experiences at a predominantly white institution. The organization holds a variety of events to create a brotherly bond between members and enhance their campus experience.


Local artist Thomas Humphries has been creating sculptures out of repurposed items since college. The medium has allowed Humphries to express passion through welding found materials into art, he said. Humphries' work can be found at the Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, South Carolina State Fairgrounds, West Columbia Riverwalk and other spaces throughout Columbia.

Public murals, sculptures connect Columbia artists to community

Columbia's streets showcase an abundance of public art. Some are sculptures made out of repurposed material, while others are murals depict the values of that community. The artists behind these creations said the public displays help make art more accessible to the average person, forming a connection between the creator and its community.


Playlist: Psychedelic rock for sick vibes

Psychedelic rock has been around since the '60s, and with its unique form of style, it reflects feelings of a drug-induced state. While it's associated with the hippie movement, anyone can vibe with these energetic songs.


USC research team pushes back against hair discrimination through on-campus efforts

A local USC research team assembled of clinical psychologists, doctoral students and professors are advocating CROWN Act to be passed in South Carolina to lessen hair discrimination for Black men. The hope is that through their research, they will be able to collect information that shows a connection between hair discrimination and Black men's mental health.