The University of South Carolina's student body is growing at a rapid rate. While this is a positive statistic for the school itself, students are concerned about how the population increase will have a negative effect on their quality of education.
Spring break is almost upon us, which means that students will soon be making travel plans. From researching your destination, practicing safe drinking habits and traveling in groups, here are six ways to ensure that you will have a fun and safe spring break this semester.
As the spring 2024 semester rolls around, students will be looking for quick and convenient places to fit in a meal. Here is the ultimate list of sandwich shops that every USC student must try.
The Daily Gamecock's 2024 Editor-in-Chief Kate Robins encourages readers in her letter to reflect on their own personal growth in the new year. "Setting goals and creating expectations for yourself will always be important, but it’s okay to take the time to recognize and appreciate your growth," Robins writes. "It’s okay to tell yourself — and others — that you have worked hard to be where you are."
Former President Donald Trump's halftime appearance at the Palmetto Bowl disrupted the stadium's positive atmosphere. Schools should carefully consider the risks before allowing political figures to attend college football games in order to preserve the positive communal experience and avoid potential disruptions.
The Weeknd has become one of the biggest R&B artists over the last decade. These five songs are a great introduction to the lesser-known side of his discography.
The 2023 football season was not exactly one to savor, but it is important to take time to appreciate the other memories from the semester — and college in general. There is no such thing as "doing college right," so enjoy the experience and take time to grow yourself.
Social media can be harmful because of misinformation, but it is also very valuable in spreading important, accurate information — especially in academia. Opening up academic works online can help prompt change by promoting social literacy.
In support of Palestine and Gaza, many people are beginning to boycott a range of businesses and are demanding an end to hostilities with the Israeli army. While some may believe that it is pointless, we must boycott to help Palestine and Gaza.
Uncensored America President Brendan Connors said that Laura Loomer's visit to the University of South Carolina highlighted campus free speech issues. Similar events turned violent at Penn State, raising concerns about the ongoing First Amendment challenges in universities.
Artificial intelligence is rapidly developing and integrating itself into the workforce, calling for a demand to understand its functions. But AI doesn't purely work to benefit us, as artificially generated "deepfakes" begin to circulate social media everywhere.
The end of 2023 means moving on for editor-in-chief Sydney Dunlap. But Dunlap said students should focus on all that 2023 was and all that 2024 can be.
"There is an urgent need for wage reform at the University of South Carolina due to rising living costs and stagnant wages, which disproportionately affect students and employees," columnist Shannon Kavaja writes. "The university's labor coalition and union are raising awareness and advocating for change, emphasizing the importance of student participation in rallies and petitions to address the issue and ensure fair treatment of workers."
Students continue to take advantage of the Cockpit points system and as a result, demonstrate a false sense of school pride. This undermines the integrity of other fall semester sports and invalidates the hard work that other non-football athletes endure to put on their best performances.
