News

Lack of Carolina Alert after October homicide 'troubling' to lawyers

By Kailey Cota | Nov. 9, 2020

After a USC student committed a homicide within walking distance of campus, USCPD considered him to be “armed and dangerous" yet did not send out a Carolina Alert because those are not required in situations that have “already occurred, and that we don't believe is currently a risk,” according to university spokesperson Jeff Stensland. An attorney said he believes the university might have violated the U.S. Department of Education's Clery Act in doing so.

Trending Now

Student senate removes senator, passes recommendations, legislation

By Hayden Davis | Sep. 4

Column: USC paid $1.5 million for a tool that can spy on students

By JC Vaught | Sep. 4

USC navigates record enrollment with new dorm styles, packed classes

By Payton Hamrick | Sep. 7

USC students discuss owning pets in college, animal rescues share benefits of fostering

By Cassandra Stout | Sep. 7

Send a Tip Get Our Email Editions

Students walk on campus with masks on. The university has documented over 1,000 student violations related to COVID-19 this semester.

Nearly 1,000 students reported for COVID-19 violations this semester

By Samantha Douglas | Nov. 8, 2020

The sun rises behind the Maxcy monument on the Horseshoe.

USC may merge smaller colleges, expand capacity in popular programs

By Erin Slowey | Nov. 5, 2020

Student senate is held in the Russell House Theater. The chairs within the theater are marked to follow campus guidelines regarding COVID-19.

Student senate recap: Senate votes for pass/fail grading scale, not to condemn tailgaters

By Jack Bingham | Nov. 4, 2020

More from News

Design contest held in place of Tiger Burn

By Addison Hinkle | Nov. 4, 2020

Instead of the annual Tiger Burn that takes place every year before USC’s rivalry game with Clemson, this year there will be a design contest open to all majors to continue the tradition even though the Gamecocks won’t be playing Clemson in football this fall.

University President Bob Caslen addresses students and families during the virtual town hall on Wednesday, Nov. 4. Caslen and Provost William Tate discussed topics such as December’s virtual commencement and what the spring semester will look like.

Town hall: University officials talk grades, commencement, spring semester

By Christine Bartruff | Nov. 4, 2020

At Wednesday's town hall, President Bob Caslen and other university officials discussed students' grades, the virtual December commencement and the spring semester.

In his home, graduate student Pete Tereszkiewicz observes seeds he planted as part of his research.

Researchers navigate challenges posed by COVID-19

By Camdyn Bruce | Nov. 3, 2020

Faculty and graduate students at USC have had to navigate new research complications because of the coronavirus. While some departments' research was largely able to continue when school shut down in March, other departments have had progress delayed entirely.

COVID-19 dashboard update: USC sees decrease in cases, down to 47

By Tyler Fedor | Nov. 3, 2020

The university saw a decrease in cases for Tuesday's COVID-19 update.

Yoojin Cho stands in front of her research presentation at the Society for Research on Nicotine and Tobacco conference.

Postdoctoral fellow studies how cigarette packaging warning labels affect addiction

By Holly Poag | Nov. 2, 2020

Yoojin Cho, a postdoctoral fellow in the Arnold School of Public Health, has impressed her dissertation members with her passion and commitment to researching warning labels on cigarette packaging.

Libertarian presidential nominee Jo Jorgensen stands with a microphone in her hand.

Clemson senior lecturer Jo Jorgensen running for president under Libertarian Party

By Sebastian Lee | Nov. 2, 2020

Jo Jorgensen has goals of eliminating the Department of Education and making America's free market even more free.

Lead singer of Room XII Mike Stearns performs in front of Russell House on Greene street as part of the Play Your Part campaign. Play Your Part is encouraging people to register and vote in the upcoming election.

School of Music holds voter registration concerts on Greene Street

By Jack Bingham | Nov. 1, 2020

The School of Music's "Play Your Part" event Thursday saw pop-up concerts throughout the day encouraging voter registration.

COVID-19 dashboard update: Cases remain in 50s, small rises in all statistics reported

By Jack Bingham | Oct. 31, 2020

Friday's COVID-19 dashboard update saw cases remain in the 50s, with small upticks in percent positive test rate, quarantine units occupied and other statistics.

Speaker of the student senate JD Jacobus faces the senate in a toga. Students were encouraged to wear Halloween costumes to the meeting.

Student senate recap: Recommendation calls for optional masks at on-campus workout facilities

By Caleb Bozard | Oct. 28, 2020

Mask mandates at Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center and Blatt P.E. Center was a hot topic at Wednesday night's student senate meeting.

Todd Shaw, an associate political science professor, encourages people that their vote matters (top right). Assistant political science professor Jessica Schoenherr (bottom right) and political science professor Robert Oldendick (bottom left) also gave presentations during the forum. Political science professor Kirk Randazzo (top left) moderated the forum.

Professors provide election insight during forum

By Audrey Elsberry | Oct. 28, 2020

Three political science professors from USC discuss predictions for the 2020 election.

USC COVID-19 update: Quarantine housing empty for first time this semester

By Jack Bingham | Oct. 27, 2020

Tuesday's COVID-19 dashboard update saw a slight decline in cases and a first for Fall 2020: totally empty quarantine units.

Beezer's Gourmet Sandwich Shop provides home, purpose for employees

By Jack Bingham | Oct. 27, 2020

Beezer's Gourmet Sandwich Shop, across the street from the Horseshoe, has been a Gamecock staple for decades. Read more about its father-son duo, scooter-riding delivery driver and fresh-faced general manager.

Members of SAVVY partner with Locked with Luv's breast cancer awareness event. The all-female multicultural organization provides many community service events throughout the year.

SAVVY creates sisterhood bonds through community involvement

By Matea Jacobs | Oct. 18, 2020

The club SAVVY is a multicultural, female-led organization that provides a safe space that fosters growth and strength among its members while connecting with the local community.

USC COVID-19 update: Active cases down slightly to 39

By Kailey Cota | Oct. 16, 2020

The number of active cases at USC is 39, down from the previous reporting period, according to the COVID-19 dashboard’s latest update.

Spring 2021 study abroad programs to continue with restrictions

By Christine Bartruff | Oct. 15, 2020

Study abroad programs for the spring 2021 semester will continue, according to an Education Abroad Office email sent to students Thursday.

A door marks the entrance to the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center.

Students, faculty discuss renaming Strom, other buildings at second public forum

By Marina Catullo | Oct. 15, 2020

The Presidential Commission on University History held its second public forum Thursday to discuss renaming several buildings on campus, including the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center.