The 116th USC student senate held its final session on Wednesday, during which senators passed legislation to increase restroom accessibility in the Jones Physical Science Center and formally recognized Student Government executive leaders for their service and contributions during their time in office.
The USC student senate passed six pieces of legislation, including recommendations to enhance transportation access for nursing students and to improve pedestrian safety on Barnwell Street.
Courtney Tkacs will become the student body president with Jordan Richardson as her vice president. The results were postponed for a week after fraud allegations were brought to the Constitutional Council.
Protests at the South Carolina Statehouse are part of the 50501 Movement. Many attendees cited new anti-abortion legislature as a motivation for protesting.
The Constitutional Council released the full opinions on the three cases heard last week concerning election violations committed by the Tkacs-Richardson and Henao campaigns.
The leaders of the Women in Business Council say the club and its member has helped them tremendously. The council has given them many opportunities that will help them in their later careers in business.
Parking spots outside of Carolina Cafe are being replaced by a new bike lane, worrying its owner.
USC's Constitutional Council held a hearing on Student Government election codes on Thursday in Russell House room 322, finding sufficient evidence of a Richardson campaign violation but opposing no penalty.
USC’s student senate approved several legislative measures aimed at campus policy and infrastructure improvements. Notable bills include efforts to comply with DEI restrictions, construct a pedestrian pathway along the Blossom Street Bridge for improved accessibility, and develop an app for the Garnet Bites program to help reduce food waste and address food insecurity
Students said they are enduring longer waiting times and receiving declined notices for excused absences because the Office of Student Advocacy is overwhelmed during flu season.
The election results for treasurer and speaker of the senate have been announced. The results for president and vice president have been postponed amid hearings over violations.
While two cases were dismissed, the Tkacs-Richardson campaign has been barred from campaigning for 24 hours due to a violation of the codes surrounding elections.
USC's Constitutional Council held hearings on Student Government election violations Tuesday in the Karen Johnson Williams Courtroom in the School of Law.
USC held a groundbreaking ceremony for the upcoming School of Medicine in Columbia's BullStreet District.
The University of South Carolina and its student population heavily impacts the economy in the State of South Carolina. From consumer shopping to housing, student's roles in the state's economy is imperative to its growth.
Carolina Homeless Initiative, a new club formed by USC students, is looking to help the homeless community in Richland County. The club is looking for new members to help further bring awareness about the lack of attention the homeless population receives.
USC's board of trustees met to discuss issues pertaining to the university system and to approve a resolution on compliance with non-discrimination. Multiple faculty members gave updates on programs and initiatives the university has taken.
