USC professor Northrop Davis encourages students to explore their storytelling creativity by teaching a manga production class at USC. In the class, Davis aims to provide students with skills and connections that will help them pursue careers in writing, animation and other creative fields.
The Farmers Market Xchange blends a traditional farmers market selling fresh, local produce with a coffee shop, cafe, bakery and more to try to create a welcoming environment that has grown into a community. From busy students stopping by for fresh bread to professionals enjoying a hot meal for lunch, the Market has become a popular destination for many in Columbia.
USC students share their experiences with balancing college life and pet ownership, including its benefits and challenges. Two Columbia animal rescues discuss the impact of fostering pets.
Tailgating is a tradition that mixes food, excitement and connection before football games begin. Tailgate lots can be more than just a place to hang out before a game with the proper supplies and great company.
USC student Farah Camille is an aspiring artist who performs at gigs in Columbia and also places such as Virginia and Australia. Camille is known for her beautiful lyricism and heartfelt lyrics.
Koger Center for the Arts has six Broadway hits coming to Columbia this upcoming season. From popular musicals such as "Wicked" to lesser-known musicals such as "Mrs. Doubtfire," there is a wide variety for audiences to see.
The Art Therapy Club on USC campus thrives on the feeling and experience its members gain. From the camaraderie and peace, to the stress ball put in front of members that is art, everything else gets put on the back burner for that hour when its meets on Wednesday nights.
Most USC students have never flown a plane, many who have are members of the Carolina Flight Club. Bringing together a wide variety of aviation enthusiasts, members have strong passion and interesting experiences.
"...and this stays between us, right?" is an interactive art exhibition opening in McMaster Gallery by artists Taylor Colimore and Noren Gelberg-Hagmaier, under their name cyber//chiffon. The exhibition will explore the themes of identity and self-expression.
The South Carolina-based alternative rock group Tomorrow's Problem will visit Columbia as part of their "Wasted Night's Tour." The band will be covering songs and playing their newly released music for new fans on Aug. 29.
The five museums in Columbia represents the city's rich cultural diversity, emphasis on education and strong connection to community. For locals, students and tourists who want to learn more about the city, these five museums are perfect.
A calm and nostalgic back-to-school playlist that brings the listener back to past school years.
The summer 2025 movie season delivered a wide spectrum of blockbusters, from superhero reboots and animated experiments, to franchise finales and unexpected originals. Some titles, such as "Jurassic World: Rebirth," stumbled under the weight of formula and nostalgia. Others, including James Gunn’s "Superman," Zach Cregger’s "Weapons" and the animated "K-Pop Demon Hunters," showcased the creative spark that defined the strongest offerings. Together, these films reflected both the limits of Hollywood’s reliance on familiar properties and the audience’s growing appetite for bold new directions.
On Aug.14, the university officially unveiled Garnet Station, a brand-new dining facility added to Russell House as part of larger renovations. The event included a ribbon cutting ceremony featuring various speakers.
On March 8, thrift and antique shop Feathered Nest opened in Cayce, providing a wide array of items for its customers. Vendors and the owner of the shop emphasized the uniqueness of the shop, as well as the treasure hunt that goes into finding the best items for each vendor to represent the shop and ultimately create the most potential sales.
April is coming to a close and there is a wealth of albums that eager listeners have been lucky to consume. This list contains some of the albums that have found success and acclaim in April so that readers can find new music to fill their time.
A chill, nature-oriented playlist to help students relieve some of the stress that comes both with this time of year and from the current news cycle.
