Some USC students were unsure of who to vote for in the 2024 Presidential Election hours before the polls closed. Some said they felt like they didn't have enough information, while others said they had a hard time judging each candidate's character.
While the presidential election is the main thing in voters' minds, local elections are also happening. They are overshadowed by the presidential election even though some say they have the greatest direct effect on voters.
With only a little over two weeks left in the 2024 presidential election, voters were hoping that the presidential and vice presidential debates would help them understand each candidates' goals and objective better. But campus groups and experts told The Daily Gamecock they don't think the debates will have much impact on voters when they head to the polls to vote.
As the election grows closer, so do voter registration deadlines. Some USC student organizations are stepping up to make sure students know what to do before they vote. Here's some of their best tips.
The USC chapter of Uncensored America hosted its controversial “roast” of Vice President Kamala Harris in Russell House on Wednesday. The event, which has gathered attention in the weeks leading up to it, drew a small crowd of protestors on Greene Street, while across campus, other students partook in a separate event.
The South Carolina House of Representatives passed a bill targeting diversity, equity and inclusion in higher eduction in March that still is now in the Senate. But some students told The Daily Gamecock that they believe the passing of the bill could do more harm than good.
Kamala Harris took President Joe Biden's place as the Democratic Presidential nominee. Students say this could have major effects on the election, especially for younger voters.
The state budget allocated $123.3 million to USC for this upcoming year. USC plans to use the money to freeze tuition and build a new building,
AI is being used by researchers at USC's Carolina Autism and Neurodevelopment Research Center to better understand and diagnose autism in infants.
With the 2024 Presidential election members of USC's community are taking the time to reflect on how much of an impact Generation Z could have with voting. Some student said that it's important stay informed, while others are focusing on motivating students to participate in the election.