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New agreement with National Park Service advances UofSC's role in telling civil rights history

September 28, 2022, Alexis Watts

Under a five-year agreement with the National Park Service, the center will receive $3.4 million to expand the center’s existing work in civil rights education and scholarly research, including support for exhibits and programming at South Carolina sites in the African American Civil Rights Network. The center will help to grow the network in South Carolina by serving as a resource to property owners, community leaders and organizations interested in joining the network.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, University President, Research, Diversity, History, Collections, Partnerships, College of Arts and Sciences, University Libraries

UofSC's proposed budget seeks to hold down tuition, invest in learning environments & research initiatives

September 22, 2022, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24 seeks to keep tuition affordable for students across its eight-campus system. The budget proposal also prioritizes construction of classrooms and innovative learning spaces, invests in research infrastructure and clinical outreach, as well as initiatives to support needs of students across the USC System.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC implements new compensation structure to improve employee recruitment, retention

September 16, 2022, Carol Ward

All University of South Carolina staff members will receive new job titles and about 650 will receive pay increases as part of an initiative to attract and retain employees. The Division of Human Resources recently completed a classification and compensation study to better align the university’s pay structure with salaries in the market and create a comprehensive strategy.

Topics: University Leadership, Initiatives

Board of Trustees holds September meeting

September 16, 2022, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met on Friday (Sept. 14). Here’s a look at what happened at the meeting.

Topics: University Leadership

New vice president for development is a familiar face

September 16, 2022, Craig Brandhorst

Michelle Dodenhoff is a familiar face on campus. She was USC’s associate VP for development from 2004 to 2009, then vice president for development and alumni affairs from 2009 to 2013. She returns to campus for another run as vice president for development.

Topics: University Leadership, Economic Engagement, Leadership, Careers

U.S. News rankings: UofSC retains top spot in international business, first-year student experience

September 09, 2022, Megan Sexton

The University of South Carolina has the top first-year student experience of any public college in the country and the best international business program, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual undergraduate rankings.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Research, Experiential Learning, Undergraduate Admissions, Recognition, Darla Moore School of Business, College of Engineering and Computing, College of Nursing, University System

New vice president for student affairs to focus on student experience

September 06, 2022, Rebekah Friedman

Over the course of his 20-year career in higher education, J. Rex Tolliver has learned to ask questions — and seek solutions — in student affairs. And one question in particular drives his efforts: What can we do to improve the student experience?

Topics: University Leadership

David Banush named dean of University Libraries

August 25, 2022, Nicole Carrico

David Banush, dean of libraries and academic information resources at Tulane University, has been named dean of UofSC's University Libraries, effective Nov. 1.

Topics: University Leadership, University Libraries

Board of trustees holds first meeting of the semester

August 19, 2022, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met on Friday (Aug. 19) to kick off the fall semester. Here’s a roundup of actions they took during the meeting.

Topics: University Leadership

On Your Time Initiatives improves experience, decreases debt for UofSC students

August 19, 2022, Abe Danaher

By developing offerings such as three-week winter semesters, summer minors, accelerated study plans and winter study abroad opportunities, On Your Time Initiatives is breaking higher education’s traditional academic structure to provide South Carolina’s students with increased flexibility, higher graduation rates and decreased debt.

Topics: Students, University Leadership, Academics, Initiatives, Student Voices, Darla Moore School of Business

Donna Arnett sets course as university's new provost

August 09, 2022, Craig Brandhorst

New Provost Donna Arnett has a background in epidemiology and biostatistics. Her leadership will build on her skills as a scientist, her ability to formulate questions and her willingness to listen.

Topics: University Leadership, Academics, Recognition, Leadership, Careers

President Amiridis completes leadership team with Development, Student Affairs hires

July 27, 2022, Rebekah Friedman

President Michael Amiridis finalized his leadership cabinet with two key hires, the University of South Carolina announced Thursday. Michelle Dodenhoff will return as vice president for Development, and the University of Illinois Chicago’s J. Rex Tolliver has been selected as the new vice president for Student Affairs and Academic Support.

Topics: University Leadership, University President

Stamps of Approval

July 27, 2022, Craig Brandhorst

Michael Amiridis is a proven leader with the resume to match. But if you want to know what makes the university’s 30th president so successful, ask the people who have worked alongside him.

Topics: University Leadership, University President, Academics, Recognition, Leadership, College of Engineering and Computing

UofSC, Lexington Medical Center enter new partnership

July 05, 2022, Kyndel Lee

The University of South Carolina College of Nursing and Lexington Medical Center have partnered to build a state-of-the-art nursing simulation lab and teaching space to provide clinical training for UofSC’s growing nursing student population.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Experiential Learning, graduate-studies, Initiatives, Economic Engagement, Partnerships, Health Sciences, Careers, Medicine (Columbia), College of Nursing

Board of Trustees meets, approves 2022-23 budget

June 24, 2022, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met on Friday (June 24). Here’s a look at the actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

University holds tuition steady as Board of Trustees approve 2022-23 budget

June 23, 2022, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees approved a budget Friday (June 24) for the 2022-23 fiscal years that invests in strategic priorities while holding tuition flat for the fourth year in a row for the eight-campus university system.

Topics: University Leadership

Beyond athletics: Title IX and the future of gender equity on college campuses

June 21, 2022, Page Ivey

Alumna Molly Peirano is leading the university’s new Office of Civil Rights and Title IX. On the 50th anniversary of Title IX, Peirano discusses plans and goals for the office and the future of the landmark civil rights regulation that prohibits sex discrimination in any education program receiving federal funds.

Topics: Alumni, University Leadership, Initiatives, Diversity, College of Education

UofSC Board of Trustees committees hold June meetings

June 11, 2022, Abe Danaher

Four of the University of South Carolina Board of Trustees’ committees met on Friday (June 10). The committees approved many actions that will be brought to the Board of Trustees’ meeting on June 24 for full Board approval.

Topics: University Leadership, University System

Hootie & the Blowfish collection comes to UofSC Libraries

June 03, 2022, Megan Sexton

Rick Noble has donated his substantial collection of Hootie & the Blowfish memorabilia – including CDs, T-shirts, posters and publications – to the University of South Carolina Libraries.

Topics: Alumni, University Leadership, University President, Collections, Careers, University Libraries

Ero Aggelopoulou-Amiridis is proud to be a Gamecock

May 02, 2022, Chris Horn

President-elect Michael Amiridis isn’t the only Gamecock returning to the roost this summer. His wife, Ero Aggelopoulou-Amiridis, has just as deep a Carolina connection. In addition to her bachelor’s degree in math from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the university’s new first lady holds two advanced degrees from USC — a master’s in art history, ’97, and a Ph.D. in philosophy, ’12.

Topics: University Leadership, University President, Academics, Leadership, College of Arts and Sciences

Michael Amiridis has many reasons to return to UofSC

May 02, 2022, Craig Brandhorst

Incoming University of South Carolina President Michael Amiridis is going to miss the University of Illinois Chicago, but he has zero misgivings about the new job. In fact, the former UofSC faculty member-turned-administrator is thrilled to return to the campus where he cut his academic teeth.

Topics: University Leadership, University President, Signature Events, Carolinian, Leadership, Careers, College of Engineering and Computing

The Best of Times?

April 25, 2022, Craig Brandhorst

A lot happens over the course of an academic year, and there’s absolutely no way to highlight everything. So, no, don’t think of this as a Best Of list. This is merely a smattering of the achievements and memorable moments that defined 2021-22, a small taste of the year that was. Trust us, there’s plenty more where this came from — and plenty more to come.

Topics: Alumni, Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Research, Experiential Learning, Recognition, Leadership, Careers, College of Arts and Sciences, Darla Moore School of Business, College of Information and Communications, School of Law, Medicine (Columbia), College of Nursing, Arnold School of Public Health, University Libraries

Sustained excellence leads Twiss to SEC Faculty Achievement Award

April 25, 2022, Abe Danaher

Since the early 1990s, Twiss has been at the forefront of the molecular neurobiology field. His excellence across research, teaching and mentorship has now led to him being named the 2022 SEC Faculty Achievement Award recipient for the University of South Carolina.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Research, Recognition, College of Arts and Sciences

Weldon named dean of Graduate School and vice provost for graduate education

April 21, 2022, Abe Danaher

Tracey Weldon has been named dean of the Graduate School and vice provost for graduate education at the University of South Carolina, effective May 1, after serving in the interim role for more than a year.

Topics: University Leadership, graduate-studies, The Graduate School

UofSC announces new hires to lead academic and research efforts

April 14, 2022, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina announced two key leadership hires for its Columbia campus on Thursday (April 14), selecting the University of Kentucky’s College of Public Health Dean Donna K. Arnett as new executive vice president for academic affairs and provost, and South Carolina health researcher Julius Fridriksson as the school’s vice president for research.

Topics: University Leadership

Music professor gets creative in managing change

April 05, 2022, Dan Cook

When you think of change management, you might think of the Harvard Business Review or McKinsey’s global consultants. You probably don’t think about musicians. But in David Cutler’s new book, the distinguished professor of entrepreneurship and innovation in the School of Music takes lessons that began in the arts and translates them into a broad-based way of thinking about change in any other facet of life.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Research, Experiential Learning, Initiatives, Recognition, Economic Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Careers, School of Music

New Student Government president has deep family ties to Carolina

March 28, 2022, Chris Horn

The newly elected Student Government president grew up attending garnet-and-black sporting events with her family, but her family ties to the university go much deeper. And it turns out that she and four other women who serve on the university's Board of Trustees have their own special connection.

Topics: Students, University Leadership, Student Voices

UofSC Board of Trustees committees hold March meetings

March 18, 2022, Dana Woodward

Four of the Board’s committees met on Thursday (March 17). During the meeting, the Advancement, Engagement and Communications committee elected alumni representative Robin Roberts as the new committee chair.

Topics: University Leadership, Campus Construction

Mental health task force will improve access to and awareness of mental health resources at UofSC

March 18, 2022, Abe Danaher

Through a mental health task force that began in November, the Office of the Provost is seeking to improve mental health and wellness support for students, faculty and staff through a two-pronged approach centered on building awareness of existing resources and making a financial request for more.

Topics: University Leadership, Initiatives, Safety

UofSC Board of Trustees holds February meeting

February 18, 2022, Dana Woodward

The university’s board and several committees met on Friday (Feb. 18). Here’s a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC to commemorate 3 students who desegregated the university

February 17, 2022, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina will honor the three Black students who desegregated the school in 1963 with statues on the Columbia campus commemorating the historic day when they enrolled and became the first Black USC students since the Reconstruction era, paving the way for generations of future scholars.

Topics: Alumni, University Leadership, Diversity

Samuels named dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

February 04, 2022, Bryan Gentry

The University of South Carolina has named Joel H. Samuels as dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, effective Feb. 16. Samuels, a longtime law professor at the university, has served as interim dean of the college since January 2021. Over the past year, he has worked on numerous initiatives to advance the college.

Topics: University Leadership, Academics, Leadership, College of Arts and Sciences

UofSC alumna selected to lead Title IX efforts

January 25, 2022, Jeff Stensland

Following a national search, Molly Peirano, a University of South Carolina alumna who recently led Title IX engagement and education efforts at Ohio State University, will assume the newly created position of Assistant Vice President for Civil Rights and Title IX at South Carolina.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC ranks No. 1 in online graduate nursing program

January 24, 2022, Megan Sexton

The University of South Carolina’s College of Nursing retained the No. 1 national ranking for its online graduate nursing program, according to U.S. News and World Report’s annual online program rankings released Tuesday (Jan. 25).

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, University President, Academics, graduate-studies, Recognition, Health Sciences, Careers, College of Education, College of Nursing, University System

Michael Amiridis selected as 30th president of the University of South Carolina

January 14, 2022, Megan Sexton

Michael Amiridis, the chancellor of the University of Illinois-Chicago since 2015, has been named the 30th president of the University of South Carolina.

Topics: University Leadership, University President

University of South Carolina names residence hall for Celia Dial Saxon

January 07, 2022, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees voted unanimously Friday (Jan. 7) to name a campus residence hall for University of South Carolina graduate and revered African American educator Celia Dial Saxon, one of the best-known and respected educators in the state’s history.

Topics: Alumni, University Leadership, Diversity, History

UofSC Board of Trustees holds December meeting

December 14, 2021, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met Tuesday (Dec. 14). Here’s a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

MTC and UofSC formalize direct transfer tracks

December 03, 2021, Abe Danaher

It is now easier for students to transfer from Midlands Technical College to the University of South Carolina. The two schools have announced new direct transfer tracks that align MTC courses with the first two years of courses in designated programs at UofSC. This allows students to earn an associate degree and move right into the final two years of their bachelor’s degree program.

Topics: University Leadership, Undergraduate Admissions, Partnerships

UofSC announces plans for 2022-23 tuition freeze

November 19, 2021, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina announced Friday (Nov. 19) its plan to freeze tuition systemwide for the 2022-23 academic year, making it the fourth year in a row the state’s flagship has held tuition at the same rate.

Topics: University Leadership, University System

AI aims to improve telehealth

November 17, 2021, Michael Ettlemyer

The COVID-19 pandemic created challenges to the quality of care not only by increasing the number of patients needing mental health treatment, but also by moving many appointments and communications from in-person to telehealth.

Topics: Students, Faculty, University Leadership, Research, Leadership, Careers, College of Engineering and Computing

New fellowship provides underrepresented South Carolinians a path to graduate education

November 12, 2021, Abe Danaher

The University of South Carolina has started a fellowship aimed at increasing diversity in its graduate school ranks. Through partnerships with historically black colleges and universities across the state, the Rising Star Fellowship will remove financial barriers for underrepresented students interested in continuing their education.

Topics: University Leadership, Scholarships, graduate-studies, Diversity

Intriguing class offerings for spring 2022

November 10, 2021, Cam Adams

While the fall semester is far from over, it is time to start thinking about registering for spring 2022 classes. In addition to the essentials all students need to satisfy graduation requirements, we found a few classes open to all majors that you might want to look into.

Topics: Students, Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management, College of Information and Communications

Timeline: Resolve, ingenuity define UofSC pandemic response

November 04, 2021, Chris Horn and Dana Woodward

It’s been a little more than a year and a half since the arrival of COVID-19, and the University of South Carolina has weathered the crisis thus far with resolve, ingenuity and a set of guiding principles for every pandemic-related decision.

Topics: University Leadership, COVID-19, Medicine (Greenville), College of Pharmacy, Arnold School of Public Health

Beyond the classroom learning opportunities grow for UofSC's students

November 01, 2021, Abe Danaher

The Center for Integrative and Experiential Learning is rolling out four grants focused on increasing experiential learning opportunities for South Carolina students. These grants will work to tie what students are learning in class to what’s happening in the larger world around them, and strengthen their connection to the larger campus community.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Experiential Learning, Initiatives, College of Arts and Sciences

Board of Trustees holds October meeting

October 15, 2021, Dana Woodward

The Board of Trustees and several committees met on Friday (Oct. 15). Here's an overview of the actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

Going garnet and green on gameday

October 14, 2021, Audrey Hill

Let’s face it, college football gamedays were not fashioned with sustainability in mind. But, each one of us could help reduce that negative impact if we simply apply our everyday environmental mindfulness to our gameday behavior.

Topics: University Leadership, Initiatives

New USC Aiken chancellor dedicated to lifelong learning, regional comprehensive universities

October 13, 2021, Page Ivey

Daniel Heimmermann, who was named the fifth chancellor of the University of South Carolina Aiken this summer, says the experience of leading smaller colleges has opened his eyes to the impact these institutions have on their communities.

Topics: University Leadership, University System

UofSC endowment sees record growth in fiscal year 2020-2021

October 08, 2021

Thanks to generous donors and savvy investment, the University of South Carolina’s endowment reached unprecedented heights in fiscal year 2020-21. This year’s 26 percent increase of $207 million was largely driven by the U.S. economy’s resurgence, fueled by the arrival of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Topics: University Leadership, Philanthropy, University System

UofSC Board of Trustees holds September meeting

September 17, 2021, Dana Woodward

The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees met on Friday (Sept. 17). Here’s a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership, Campus Construction

UofSC retains top spots for first-year student experience, international business

September 13, 2021, Megan Sexton

The University of South Carolina has the top first-year student experience of any public college in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report’s annual undergraduate rankings. UofSC also retained its No. 1 ranking in international business for the 23rd straight year.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Experiential Learning, Undergraduate Admissions, Recognition, Darla Moore School of Business, College of Engineering and Computing, College of Nursing

UofSC offers additional financial aid to students in need

September 07, 2021, Koby Padgett

Thanks to unprecedented state investment in need-based aid, the University of South Carolina awarded financial aid of $3,000 to more than 3,000 students for the 2021-22 academic year.

Topics: Students, University Leadership, Scholarships, Undergraduate Admissions, Initiatives

USC Upstate has half-billion-dollar impact on local economy

August 25, 2021, Megan Sexton

USC Upstate is home to about 6,000 students and graduates about 1,300 each year. Studies estimate it has a half-billion-dollar economic impact on the region. As chancellor, Bennie L. Harris hopes the university can lead the way in increasing the number or residents in Spartanburg and Greenville counties who hold a four-year degree, while attracting more companies to a region that already is home to BMW and Michelin.

Topics: University Leadership, University System

University Foundations president/CEO Jason Caskey talks about role in supporting UofSC

August 23, 2021, Chris Horn

Jason Caskey was named president and CEO of University Foundations in 2018 after a 28-year career in public accounting. The 1990 Darla Moore School of Business graduate oversees the university’s Educational Foundation and Development Foundation, which include the university’s investments from donors and real estate holdings, respectively.

Topics: University Leadership, Philanthropy, Darla Moore School of Business

UofSC Board of Trustees meets, receives update on presidential search

August 20, 2021, Abe Danaher

The university’s Board of Trustees, as well as three board committees, met Friday (Aug. 20). Learn more about the actions taken during the meeting.

Topics: University Leadership

New degree programs debut in Fall '21

August 12, 2021, Cam Adams

The University of South Carolina is expanding its degree offerings with 13 new programs set to launch this fall that will better prepare students for careers in cybersecurity, education, nursing, business and music among other fields.

Topics: Students, Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Careers, College of Arts and Sciences, Darla Moore School of Business, College of Education, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management, School of Music, College of Nursing

Gamecock iHub, UofSC's Apple Authorized Campus Store, opens

August 12, 2021, Allen Wallace

The University of South Carolina’s Apple Authorized Campus Store, Gamecock iHub, officially opens for business Aug. 13 with a grand opening ceremony. It is only the second in the nation to incorporate experiential learning into its business model.

Topics: Students, Faculty, University Leadership, University President, Experiential Learning, Economic Engagement, Partnerships, Careers, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management

University of South Carolina selects leading recruiter for presidential search

July 20, 2021, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina has selected R. William Funk & Associates to assist with its search for a new president, the Presidential Candidate Search Committee’s Chair Thad Westbrook announced Tuesday (July 20). The president of the University of South Carolina serves as the chief executive of the entire University of South Carolina system and of the system’s flagship research university in Columbia.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC releases history commission report, announces investment in inclusion efforts

July 16, 2021, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina’s Presidential Commission on University History issued its final report on July 16, detailing the complex histories and legacies of some of the individuals who shaped the institution since its founding in 1801.

Topics: University Leadership, Diversity, History

Sease named interim dean of College of Pharmacy

June 29, 2021, Abe Danaher

Julie Sease has been selected as the interim dean of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy, effective July 1. She succeeds Stephen Cutler, who was announced as South Carolina’s interim provost.

Topics: University Leadership, Academics, Recognition, Health Sciences, Leadership, College of Pharmacy

Board of Trustees meets, approves 2021-2022 budget

June 25, 2021, Dana Woodward

The Board of Trustees met on Friday (June 25). Here's a look at the actions they took during the meeting.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC holds tuition steady as Board of Trustees approve 2021-22 budget

June 25, 2021, Koby Padgett

The University of South Carolina is emerging from the COVID-19 pandemic on solid financial footing and will hold tuition flat for a third-consecutive year in the 2021-22 budget approved by the Board of Trustees on Friday (June 25).

Topics: University Leadership

Fridriksson named interim vice president for research

June 21, 2021, Jeff Stensland

Arnold School of Public Health researcher Julius Fridriksson has been named the University of South Carolina’s interim Vice President for Research beginning July 1.

Topics: University Leadership, Research

Browne named interim dean of UofSC College of Social Work

June 17, 2021, Chris Woodley

Teri Browne has been named interim dean of the College of Social Work, effective Aug. 1. She succeeds Ronald Pitner, who has served as interim dean since April 2020.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Academics, Health Sciences, College of Social Work

Board of Trustees committees meet

June 11, 2021, Dana Woodward

Some of the university's Board of Trustees committees met on Friday (June 11). Here's a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

Presidential Candidate Search Committee holds second meeting

June 09, 2021, Dana Woodward

The Presidential Candidate Search Committee held their second meeting on June 10. Here's what happened during their meeting.

Topics: University Leadership

Stacy named UofSC's interim chief health officer

June 08, 2021, Jeff Stensland

Dr. Jason Stacy will serve as interim Vice President of Health and Well-Being and Chief Health Officer beginning June 8, 2021.

Topics: University Leadership, Healthy Carolina

Presidential Candidate Search Committee holds first meeting

June 04, 2021, Dana Woodward

The newly-formed Presidential Candidate Search Committee held its first meeting on Friday (June 4). Here's an overview of what they discussed.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC, Greystar break ground on Campus Village construction project

May 26, 2021, Koby Padgett

A project years in the making, Campus Village construction began officially on Wednesday (May 26) as the University of South Carolina hosted a groundbreaking ceremony along with development partner Greystar Real Estate Partners.

Topics: University Leadership, University President, Economic Engagement, Partnerships, Campus Construction

Cárdenas named interim dean of College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management

May 26, 2021, Abe Danaher

David Cárdenas has been named the interim dean of the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management, effective July 1. He takes over for the current interim dean, Matt Brown, who has been in the position since July 2020.

Topics: University Leadership, Academics, Recognition, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management

Carolina Online, Paretta Autosport announce multiyear partnership starting with Indy 500

May 26, 2021, Abe Danaher

Carolina Online will be represented on the Paretta Autosport entry in the Indianapolis 500, the world’s largest single-day sporting event. The partnership pairs two entities that believe in diversity and accessibility for all, both on the racetrack and in higher education.

Topics: University Leadership, Academics, Initiatives, Partnerships

Cutler named interim provost at UofSC

May 10, 2021, Abe Danaher

Stephen Cutler, dean of the University of South Carolina College of Pharmacy, was named the university’s interim provost on May 7, 2021. Cutler will take over for William F. Tate IV, who was selected as the new president of Louisiana State University.

Topics: University Leadership

Hodges named interim dean of UofSC College of Education

April 29, 2021, Abe Danaher

Thomas E. Hodges has been named interim dean of the University of South Carolina College of Education; he begins on July 1. Hodges succeeds Jon Pedersen, who served as dean of the college since 2016 and recently accepted a deanship at Oklahoma State University’s College of Education and Human Sciences.

Topics: University Leadership, College of Education

Major League Soccer and University of South Carolina announce multi-year education partnership

April 13, 2021, Abe Danaher

Major League Soccer and the University of South Carolina announce a historic multi-year partnership making South Carolina an Official Education Partner of MLS. Through the strategic partnership, MLS players and Greats (former players) will have access to online educational opportunities and unique post-secondary academic resources offered through the university system, as well as world-class personal and professional development.

Topics: University Leadership, Academics, Partnerships

UofSC Board of Trustees meets, announces new university administrators

April 11, 2021, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees, as well as several board committees, met Friday (April 9). Here’s a rundown of actions the board took.

Topics: University Leadership

Cole to lead UofSC's systemwide efforts

April 09, 2021, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina named J. Derham Cole, Jr. its Vice President for System Affairs following a vote by the school’s Board of Trustees on Friday (April 9). The newly created position will be responsible for coordinating a host of activities and major initiatives among the entire UofSC system.

Topics: University Leadership

A long ride draws to a close

March 25, 2021, Chris Horn

Cantey Heath’s 36-year career at the University of South Carolina began in alumni relations, pivoted to fundraising, then took another turn when he became special assistant and chief of staff to former university president Harris Pastides. Now, the university secretary and secretary of the Board of Trustees is headed for retirement.

Topics: University Leadership

6 questions for Monica Delisa

March 15, 2021, Chris Horn

The difference between a good university and a great one rests in the hands of its donors, says Monica Delisa, the University of South Carolina's new vice president for development.

Topics: University Leadership, Philanthropy

Board of Trustees meets, names new chancellor for USC Upstate

March 14, 2021, Dana Woodward

The University of South Carolina’s Board of Trustees and several committees met on Friday (March 12). Here’s a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership, University System

UofSC Board of Trustees, committees meet

February 19, 2021, Dana Woodward

Several committees and the full Board of Trustees met on Friday (Feb. 19). Here’s a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC joins statewide cyber effort

February 03, 2021, Jeff Stensland

University of South Carolina President Bob Caslen joined Gov. Henry McMaster to announce an effort to develop a statewide cyber ecosystem— the first step in making South Carolina a highly-competitive player in the cyber industry.

Topics: University Leadership, University President, Initiatives, Economic Engagement

UofSC's budget request prioritizes students, South Carolinians

January 27, 2021, Dana Woodward

The University of South Carolina’s 2021-2022 state budget request focuses on building a new state-of-the-art medical school and research campus dedicated to improving healthcare across the state while also holding firm on a tuition freeze for in-state students.

Topics: University Leadership

Department of Energy selects Battelle Savannah River Alliance for $3.8 billion contract to manage Savannah River National Laboratory with UofSC, other SC colleges

December 22, 2020, Jeff Stensland

The Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BRSA) Team was selected by the Department of Energy to manage one of the country’s premier environmental, energy, and national security research facilities—the Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL).

Topics: University Leadership, Research, Partnerships

Character Counts: 2020 in Review

December 18, 2020

It’s been a year — but that doesn’t mean there wasn’t plenty to celebrate, recognize and honor at the University of South Carolina in 2020. UofSC rose to each and every challenge this year and raised the bar for the year to come.

Topics: Students, Faculty, University Leadership, University President, Diversity, Recognition, Partnerships, Health Sciences, Campus Construction, COVID-19, College of Arts and Sciences, Darla Moore School of Business, College of Education, College of Engineering and Computing, The Graduate School, College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management, School of Law, Medicine (Greenville), School of Music, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, Arnold School of Public Health, College of Social Work, South Carolina Honors College, University Libraries

Board of Trustees meets for final time in 2020

December 17, 2020, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met Tuesday (Dec. 15), as well as several board committees. Here’s a rundown of actions the board took.

Topics: University Leadership

University aims to increase digital accessibility

November 17, 2020, Communications and Public Affairs

The University of South Carolina is currently undertaking an effort to improve the accessibility of its digital content. Doug Foster, VP for information technology, and Kim Hodges, director of digital accessibility, offer insights into why the initiative is important and how it’s being undertaken.

Topics: University Leadership, Diversity

Board of Trustees, committees meet

November 15, 2020, Dana Woodward

The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees, as well as several board committees, met on Friday, Nov. 13. Here’s what you need to know from the meeting.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC to expand saliva-based COVID-19 testing statewide

October 21, 2020, Jeff Stensland

The University of South Carolina will expand rapid saliva-based COVID-19 testing to other colleges and universities across the state.

Topics: University Leadership, Initiatives, Health Sciences, COVID-19, College of Pharmacy

Board of trustees meets, announces new VP of Development

October 09, 2020, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met on Friday (October 9), as well as several board committees. Here’s a rundown of what actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

UofSC selects new Vice President for Development

October 09, 2020, Diane Parham

The University of South Carolina has named Monica Delisa as its new Vice President for Development. Delisa’s appointment was approved at the university’s Board of Trustees meeting on Oct. 9.

Topics: University Leadership

William Hubbard starts tenure as law school dean

September 28, 2020, Craig Brandhorst

Instead of contemplating retirement, longtime Columbia attorney, Board and Trustees member and past president of the American Bar Association William Hubbard is focused on his new tenure as dean of his alma mater’s School of Law.

Topics: Alumni, University Leadership, graduate-studies, Careers, School of Law

University seeks ongoing input on mental, emotional health

September 25, 2020, Dan Cook

As the university develops plans during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is seeking ongoing input from faculty, staff and students about mental and emotional health. Below, members of the Mental and Emotional Well-Being Committee answer questions about the university’s efforts in this area.

Topics: University Leadership, Safety, Healthy Carolina, COVID-19

Presidential Commission re-examines university's complex history

September 18, 2020, Chris Horn

When President Bob Caslen established the Presidential Commission on University History last year, he tasked it with leading a research effort “into the complex history of the university.” That task is every bit as challenging as one might expect for an institution whose nearly 220-year history was shaped first by the antebellum South, the Civil War and decades of state-sponsored racial segregation.

Topics: University Leadership, History, Leadership, University Libraries

Board of Trustees meets under new committee structure

September 13, 2020, Dana Woodward

The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees met on Friday (Sept. 11) along with several of the newly-formed board committees. Here’s a roundup of actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

Contact tracing and the classroom

September 03, 2020

As the number of COVID-19 cases has increased among the student body, questions have arisen about the contact tracing process as it pertains to faculty members. Rebecca Caldwell, director of Strategic Health Initiatives, discusses the university’s efforts in this area and what faculty members can expect to see as it relates to their students.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Safety, COVID-19

Board of Trustees meets, selects new chair

August 16, 2020, Dana Woodward

The university’s Board of Trustees met on Friday (August 14), as well as several board subcommittees. Here’s a rundown of what actions they took.

Topics: University Leadership

Planning for a safe return

August 12, 2020

University leaders have been preparing all summer for a safe return to campus. Student Health Services director Deborah Beck gives an overview of the university's efforts and addresses the responsibility of each member of our community to do their part.

Topics: University Leadership, Safety, COVID-19

UofSC among top universities granted U.S. utility patents

July 08, 2020, Communications and Public Affairs

For the eighth-consecutive year, the University of South Carolina stands among the top 100 universities in the world, based on the number of U.S. utility patents faculty members received in 2019. South Carolina ranks 90th worldwide, named as the lead on 31 patents last year.

Topics: Faculty, University Leadership, Research, Recognition, Economic Engagement, College of Arts and Sciences, College of Engineering and Computing, Medicine (Columbia), Arnold School of Public Health

Diversity VP calls for bold leadership to build more inclusive UofSC

July 07, 2020, Dan Cook

Julian Williams is the University of South Carolina’s first vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion. He comes to UofSC from Virginia’s George Mason University, where he served as vice president of inclusion and diversity. UofSC Today asked Williams about the challenges and opportunities of this moment.

Topics: University Leadership, Diversity

Hubbard chosen to lead UofSC School of Law

June 26, 2020, Jeff Stensland

William Hubbard, a prominent South Carolina attorney and former president of the American Bar Association, has been named the new dean of the University of South Carolina’s School of Law, the state’s only public law school. He will officially begin his duties on Aug. 1.

Topics: University Leadership, School of Law

UofSC Board of Trustees meets, takes action on university business

June 21, 2020, Dana Woodward

The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees met virtually on Friday, June 19. Here’s a roundup of decisions they made during the teleconference.

Topics: University Leadership