Move-in Magazine 2018 by Preston Residential College

PRESTON

RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE UofSCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE

Dear Preston Community,

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Letter from Preston’s Faculty Principal...................................................... Leadership Team................................................................................................... What is a Residential College?........................................................................ Resident Mentors................................................................................................... Preston Organizations......................................................................................... Tear-out Fall Calendar......................................................................................... Tear-out Spring Calendar.................................................................................. Common Spaces.................................................................................................... Preston Dining......................................................................................................... Annual Traditions.................................................................................................. Preston Associates............................................................................................... Lessons Learned.................................................................................................... Preston Shield......................................................................................................... Preston Courses..................................................................................................... FAQ..............................................................................................................................

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Welcome (or welcome back!) to the most dynamic, creative, and diverse learning community in the heart of our historic University campus! Preston Residential College was founded in 1995 and offers innovative opportunities to strengthen relationships between students, faculty, and the broader community. As the University’s only Residential College, we are committed to providing every student with the resources, space, and support to develop an enriching and transformative undergraduate experience. Here at Preston you will find students who excel in the classroom, lead by example, are passionate about the performing and creative arts, and are committed to service and active citizenship beyond the walls of the University. It is through our diverse community that all can embrace a deep commitment to exploring and understanding each other’s ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds. We welcome your participation in a variety of activities in our common spaces, classes, gardens, and our own unique dining hall. Preston prides itself as a small and intimate learning community in the center of a thriving urban campus. Preston boasts a dynamic support staff including our Assistant Principal, Business Manager, Area Coordinator, and highly engaged Graduate Assistant. In my role as Faculty Principal, my family and I live in the College among 228 talented and inspiring residents, and we are joined by over 20 faculty and staff associates in a series of exciting programs and events each semester. While I believe Preston is a fantastic place to live, I also believe that we all have a role in the community to make it the best campus community that we can. As we spend the year together, I want to challenge you in four different ways: First, I challenge you to make an impact. Preston has many organizations that you can join immediately. I would love to see everyone engaged in at least one of Preston’s organizations. Second, I challenge you to leave your mark. What are you passionate about? Share your passions, talent, and big ideas with us. We are here to guide you, help you grow, and encourage you to be responsible leaders around the campus. Third, I challenge you to think of yourself a leader. Preston offers opportunities to develop and hone your leadership skills. I encourage you to inspire, engage, and encourage others by taking the initiative to lead. Finally, I challenge you to get to know and to get involved with the Preston community. Take time to attend Preston’s events, stop by my office hours, and get to know the staff, your Faculty Principal, and my family. We are so excited that you are joining us for the 2018-2019 academic year at Preston Residential College! Sincerely, Dr. Lara Lomicka Anderson (Doc Lo) Preston Residential College Faculty Principal

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LEADERSHIP TEAM

DR. LARA LOMICKA ANDERSON Faculty Principal lomicka@mailbox.sc.edu, Room 109

ANITA POOLE Business Manager anitap@mailbox.sc.edu, Room 105

Dr. Lara Lomicka Anderson (aka “Doc Lo”) is a professor of French and Applied Linguistics. She grew up in rural Pennsylvania, where she spent her first 30 years. Majoring in French and International Business at a small liberal arts school (Grove City College), Doc Lo lived on campus for 4 years. She then completed a Masters in French at Bowling Green State University (Ohio), a second Masters at the Université François Rabelais (Tours, France), and then earned a PhD from Penn State (Second Language Acquisition and French). She arrived at the University of South Carolina in 2001, and previously served as a Preston Associate for many years.

Anita Poole is excited to serve as the Business Manager for Preston. She was born in London, England and moved to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina with her family when she was in high school. She came to Columbia to attend the University of South Carolina and Columbia became home to her. She completed her B.S. in Criminal Justice and her B.S. in Psychology from the University of South Carolina.

Doc Lo is a frequent traveler and likes to share her knowledge of technology and language learning at conferences, doing keynotes, and conducting workshops with teachers around the world. Her research focuses on language and social media, study abroad, teacher education, and reflection. Her husband Andy, and daughters Maleah (12) and Ashlyn (10) plus three kitties (Mouchette, Grayson and Maggie) live in Preston Residential College. Stop by Doc Lo’s office hours to discuss: Academics, study abroad, Graduation with Leadership Distinction, the Adopt-an-Associate program

Anita has worked in an education related area for many years. Her experiences include working as an undergraduate and graduate assistant in the College of Criminal Justice providing support to the faculty advisors; serving as a trainer in the education area for a company specializing in billing software for insurance companies; and working on the administrative side with children and teachers in an early childhood setting. She is thrilled to be back “home” at UofSC and loves working with and supporting the wonderful Preston community. Anita is married to Ryan Poole and they have three children; Aaron, Jenna (currently a UofSC student), and Nicholas. Anita and her family love spending time together and joking about who spoils Dixie (the dog) the most! Anita can help you with: Hall Government budget allocations, reimbursements, catering orders, ordering promotional items for your Preston organization, reserving a room in Preston, questions or concerns about Preston Dining

SARAH MORGAN KELLY Assistant Principal morgans@mailbox.sc.edu, Room 106

RYAN LLOYD Area Coordinator ryanlloyd@sc.edu, Room 101

Sarah Morgan Kelly is delighted to serve as Preston’s Assistant Principal since 2011! She is the former Program Advisor for Carolina Productions and Carolina After Dark, and has been at UofSC since 2008. Prior to Carolina, she served as the Assistant Director for Student Activities at Whittier College, just outside Los Angeles. Sarah earned her Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Tampa and her Master of Science in Higher Education Administration from Florida State University.

Ryan Lloyd serves as the Area Coordinator for Preston Residential College and the Carolina Men’s Community at McBryde. He completed his B.A. in Political Science with a focus on International Comparative Politics at American University and his M.Ed in Higher Education and Student Affairs from the University of South Carolina.

When she’s not at work (which seems quite rare!), Sarah enjoys cooking, traveling, reading, live music and painting. Even though she’s originally from Florida, everyone around here insists that “Florida isn’t really the south,” so you can decide for yourself if she counts as “Southern!” Chat with Sarah about: Classes you’d like to see offered, initiatives you’d like to see in the Preston community, the Preston Mentor Program, resumes/ cover letters/thank you notes, the Preston website, anyone you know who lived in Preston 4 | UofSCHOME

Ryan has worked in four different residence life departments at institutions ranging from Marshall University to Loyola University New Orleans as well as in international roles with the Spanish Federal Council of the European Movement. You can often find Ryan reminiscing about his time living abroad in Madrid, Spain, traveling the world, debating about politics, cheering on his favorite soccer (fútbol) team La Furia Roja, or hanging out with his dog Fernando. Talk to Ryan regarding: Roomate issues or concerns, your room or any common spaces (facilities), Preston Government, housing applications and processes, Preston Univeristy 101, Resident Mentors, questions about the service desk, any general concerns regarding your residential experience Leadership Team | 5

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WHAT IS A RESIDENTIAL COLLEGE?

BRI SIROTA Graduate Assistant bsirota@mailbox.sc.edu, Room 107 Bri Sirota is excited for her second year with the Preston Team while working towards her M.Ed. in Higher Education and Student Affairs! Originally from New Jersey, Bri earned her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from the University of New Haven. At UofSC, Bri is a graduate leader with University 101 Programs and a volunteer advisor with the St. Jude Up ‘til Dawn student organization. You can find Bri giving back to her community, roaming the Soda City farmers market, or obsessing over coffee. Bri is ready to welcome you to the Preston Community! Visit Bri about: Getting involved in Preston Organizations, the Preston Scholars Program, leadership development training, posting something to Preston’s official social media

We are called Preston Residential College, rather than Preston Hall or Preston Dorm, because we are so much more than just a place to live. We are the University’s only Residential College because students live together and: · build community over food in our all-you-care-to-eat dining facility; · interact with Preston Associates (UofSC faculty and staff) at various events; · have the opportunity to take Preston-only courses; · take advantage of numerous leadership and service opportunities; and · enjoy the unique experience of having a live-in Faculty Principal! Think of it like UofSC’s version of Hogwarts! There are so many resources available to you as Preston residents! Each year we offer: · travel and research grants (research grants also available to former residents) · lots of amazing initiatives to help you build community · the chance to meet undergraduate and faculty/staff mentors · exciting trips off campus (including a trip to Morocco in March 2019!) · classes that count for Carolina Core general education requirements Preston opened its doors in 1939 as an all-male residence hall. Since then, Preston has been home to returning war vets, athletes, and campus leaders. In 1995 Preston was renovated and opened as a co-ed Residential College, primarily for Honors students. Since then, Preston has taken different directions including a focus on the arts. Our community learning focus is on building leaders and transforming the world.

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RESIDENT MENTORS Angelo Amore (Lead Resident Mentor) is a junior International Business major from Albany, NY. His involvement at UofSC can be explained by his passion for serving first-year students. He has spent the past two summers working with the Office of New Student Orientation as an Orientation Leader and Team Leader. He has also spent time working for Intramural Sports as an Official and a Supervisor. He will begin his junior year serving as a Lead RM in Preston before going abroad during the spring semester. His other interests are watching movies, finding new music, playing sand volleyball at Strom, and watching the World Cup!

Ngozi Chukueke is a junior from Peachtree City, GA who is excited to return to Preston Residential College as a second-year resident but a first-year Resident Mentor! She is majoring in Management and Marketing with a minor in Social Work. Ngozi serves as the Secretary of Community Relations in Student Government and has been a YoungLife leader with Downtown Columbia since her first year at UofSC. In addition to this, she is a member of the New Student Union Steering Committee, which is spearheading the planning of the new student union. One of her favorite activities at school is being a Service Saturday Site Leader and getting to lead student volunteers in community service every month. Ngozi wants to join the Peace Corps after college, and later hopes to gain her MBA and pursue a career in business. She looks forward to serving Preston Residential College this school year!

Hunter Ertz is a junior from Goose Creek, SC and is excited to be a first-year RM. She is an international business and GSCOM major with a Chinese studies minor, and is part of the International Business and Chinese Enterprise Program. During her freshman year in Preston, Hunter served as the secretary for the Preston Ambassadors and as a member of the Prestones. As a sophomore, she studied at the Chinese University of Hong Kong and Beijing Language and Culture University. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, discovering new music, and studying French and Chinese.

Vicky Reddy is a sophomore from Columbia, SC, pursuing a mechanical engineering degree. He is very excited to be returning to serve Preston Residential College in his first full year as a Resident Mentor. During his time as a resident of Preston, Vicky was involved in Preston Government as an active member and advocate for his hall and Preston community. Outside of Preston, Vicky was involved on-campus as a lab assistant with the McNair Center for Aerospace Innovation and Research and participated in intramural sports. This past summer, Vicky served as an Orientation Leader for UofSC. He is looking forward to another great year at Preston!

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RESIDENT MENTORS Asher Roberts is a sophomore from Middletown, MD and is very excited to begin his first year as a Resident Mentor at Preston Residential College! Asher began his education at UofSC as a business management major, but has since changed to exercise science, hoping to eventually pursue a career as a physical therapist. Outside of school, he enjoys cross country running, hiking, going to Gamecock sporting events, playing guitar, and making music. As a second-year resident in Preston, Asher is excited to show the ropes to the incoming freshman, and create new memories at UofSC.

Nancy Sterrett is a sophomore Public Health Major from Charleston, SC and is excited to be joining the Preston Resident Mentor staff this fall. As a first-year, she enjoyed being a part of multiple organizations such as Capstone Scholars, GIVE, Service Saturday, Mountaineering and Whitewater Rafting, Nicaragua Service learning, CECEY, and 2018 Pillars. Nancy loves to travel and hopes to visit all 7 continents in the next 4 years. If you ever need a friend to try new things, go on an adventure, enjoy some artistic relaxation, or have an impromptu photo shoot, don’t be afraid to ask! She’ll be happy to tag along.

Ellen Williams (Lead Resident Mentor) is a senior Public Health major minoring in Sociology from Rock Hill, SC. This is her third year serving as a Resident Mentor and her second year living in Preston. Ellen moved into Preston for the first time her first year and is excited to return home for her final year as an undergraduate. Ellen is heavily involved on campus as a Changing Carolina Peer Leader, a sister of Pi Beta Phi, President of the Resident Mentor Council, and as the Office Assistant for the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. She has also served as an Orientation Leader and as Ryan Lloyd’s University 101 Peer Leader. After graduating, Ellen will pursue her Master of Public Health in Epidemiology here at UofSC. Javin Young is a sophomore from Spartanburg, SC and is excited to be returning to Preston for his second year and first year working with University Housing as a Resident Mentor. He is a pharmacy major who is eyeing a doctorate and also planning to pursue an MBA. He hopes to work for an established pharmaceutical corporation upon graduating. Aside from academics and his role as am RM, Javin is a Young Life leader at W.J. Keenan High School, as he loves spreading the story of Christ. He is also the Vice President of UofSC’s Brothers of Nubian Descent (B.O.N.D.). Javin also enjoys opportunities for community service and took advantage of the Leadership and Service Center’s Service Saturdays during his first year. Javin loves to play basketball and is an avid poet who aims to have his works published before he completes his undergraduate years. He’s looking forward to a great year of serving as a Resident Mentor and being a Gamecock. Resident Mentors | 9

PRESTON ORGANIZATIONS

Preston is committed to student leadership and engagement via our unique student organizations. Come learn more about all the great ways to get involved with Preston on Sunday, August 26 at 7pm in the JCR/Seminar Room. The Preston Organization Fair will be fun night in addition to the first Sundaes on Sundays (sponsored by the Preston Ambassadors). Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget your bowl!

PRESTON GOVERNMENT Preston Government (also known as Hall Gov or PGov) serves as the voice of advocacy, a source of social programming, and financial allocation for initiatives within Preston. Residents are encouraged to participate in discussions and debates regarding our community. Funding is available for any resident to help fund programs and initiatives for Preston. Preston Government helps to fund the organizations within Preston, as well as ideas submitted by residents! PRESTON AMBASSADORS The Preston Ambassadors host a number of social events throughout the semester, regularly offer tours of our building, and assist with other activities in Preston. Great Preston Ambassador events include Capture the Flag, Sundaes on Sundays, and Cereal Killers. Y-IMPACT Y-IMPACT (Youth Impacting Minds, People, and Communities Together) is Prestonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very own community service organization and focuses on conducting service for the Carolina, Columbia, and international community! Service projects have included Preston clean-ups, raising money for Relay for Life, and a cemetery restoration project.

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GREEN TEAM The Green Team is committed to bringing sustainability to the masses. Our environmentally friendly organization hosts educational programs and workshops to dispel sustainability myths and makes caring about the planet a top priority. THE GREEN THUMBS The Green Thumbs work to help Preston students engage in horticulture and experience the fun and sense of responsibility that comes with nurturing our environment. We have three vegetable plots, a backyard filled with beautiful flowers, and a meditation garden that serves as an area dedicated to bringing peace to Preston residents. LITERATURE AND ARTS SOCIETY The Literature and Arts Society hosts various events, including a book club, as well as tour of the Special Collections at the Thomas Cooper Library. The Literature and Arts Society creates our annual literary journal, Bellwether, featuring original artwork and writing by Preston residents. PRESTONES The Prestones create a community for Preston residents to enjoy, share, and develop their singing and musical talents while entertaining the Preston family, UofSC, and the greater community. Prestones perform at PJs & Pancakes, Community Dinners, Gatsby, and other Preston events.

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TEAR-OUT FALL CALENDAR AUGUST S 5

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26- Casual Reception at the Principal’s Lodge 27- Preston Organization Fair/Sundaes on Sundays

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7- Family Weekend Brunch in PDining 10- RM Panel 14- Community Dinner 15- Cheese Tasting 18-19- Fall Break 31- Halloween Party

3- Labor Day picnic 4- Tea at the President’s House 5- Harry Potter trivia 12- Italian Ice with Associates 14- Game Night at the Principal’s Lodge 21- Preston Clean Up 23- The Roommate Game 25- Morocco Interest Meeting 26- Morocco Interest Meeting 30- K(no)w More

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5- Who Am I? M T W T F S 6- Election watch party 1 2 3 11- Community Dinner 13- K(no)w More 5 6 7 8 9 10 14- Resume Workshop 21-23- Preston closes for 12 13 14 15 16 17 Thanksgiving Break 19 20 21 22 23 24 26-29- Tunnel of Awareness

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9- Preston opens 13- Welcome Back Social 14- Classes Begin 15- Art night 25-26- Leadership Weekend 31- K(no)w More

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3- Super Bowl Party 4- Cover letter workshop 10- Community Dinner 12- Exploring Conflict 17- Brunch

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4- K(no)w More 8-18- Morrocco! 9- Preston closes for Spring Break 17- Preston opens 21- Civic engagement event

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1- K(no)w More 14- Gatsby 16- Treat Yo Self 29- Last day of class 30- PJs and Pancakes

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Tear out this calendar to keep up with just some of the great events Preston has to offer! All dates are tentative and subject to change. Check out the Preston Times weekly newsletter delivered to your inbox each Monday for event info.

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COMMON SPACES

1st floor

These rooms are available to all residents at any time, unless the space is reserved. You can reserve a room on our website, under “Events and Trips.”

Our Faculty Principal lives in The Lodge with her family, right down the hall from students!

BACK GARDENS Two gardens surround Preston Residential College with flowers, bushes, shrubs, and other exotic plants. The back garden includes a mediation garden dedicated to former Associates Dr. Hal French and Mrs. Margaret Perkins. Hang out anytime in the backyard and maybe play a littel fetch with Fernando! JUNIOR COMMON ROOM (JCR) The Junior Common Room is a place to relax, socialize, study, play games, or hold meetings. It has big leather couches, a couch designed and owned by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s wife, Zelda, a beautiful library, and board games. This is the primary location for Preston initiatives. KITCHEN The kitchen has a stove, oven, refrigerator, microwave, and cooking utensils. Please be considerate of your other Preston Residential College residents and always clean up after yourself! LAUNDRY ROOMS The two Preston laundry rooms will text you when your machine is done! The cost to do laundry is included in your room charge—so it feels like laundry is free. Please do not leave clothes in machines longer than necessary, and be respectful of other people’s clothes. Please leave laudry machine doors open when you are finished.

Administrative offices for our Faculty Principal, Assistant Principal, Business Manager, Area Coordinator, and Graduate Assistants. Stop by and say “hello!”

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SEMINAR ROOM The Seminar Room serves as the official meeting place for Preston Residential College classes, lectures, and most Preston organization meetings. Outside of classes and meetings, feel free to use this room as study space. This is the primary location for Preston initiatives. COMPUTER LAB The computer lab is perfect for those times when your computer dies at the worst possible moment. With 3 new PCs, you can also bring your laptop to work and study in this space. STUDY ROOMS Study rooms are always open for those times you need to get away to read, write, or study. Please be considerate of people occupying these rooms. The study room on the 3rd floor west side is a 24/7 quiet study room.

The Junior Common Room (JCR) is a comfortable lounge with our wonderful library. Watch the game, take a nap, or play the piano. The Seminar Room is Preston’s classroom, where our organizations host meeting and events, and also where classes such as U101 are taught each semester. This is where the majority of Preston initiatives take place.

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LOBBY The Lobby has lots of special features. We have a working fireplace, comfy couches, a TV, and a piano for residents to play! The Lobby is for you and our visitor’s enjoyment, so come sit, relax, chat, or whatever else your heart desires. Please be considerate of noise in the Lobby. The Lobby is also home to the Preston Service Desk where staff are available to answer questions about the University.

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Our recently-renovated kitchen is available to all residents and features a refrigerator, microwave, stove and oven.

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A full-time Housing professional serves as the Area Coordinator and lives in Preston alongside our residents.

Our two laundry rooms each have 4 washers and dryers. Sign up to recieve a text when your laundry is done! Make sure to leave machine doors open when done.

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ART ROOM The Art Room provides you the opportunity to explore your creative skills and inclinations. This room is also used as a study space. 14 | UofSCHOME

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ANNUAL TRADITIONS CEREAL KILLERS/SUNDAES ON SUNDAYS One Sunday evening, every other month, Cereal Killers is a great way to unwind from the stresses of class and just an awesome chance to meet people you didn't know lived in Preston Residential College. And the free cereal is always a plus! It's BOYB (bowl, that is). The companion event is Sundaes on Sundays—same idea, just with ice cream! FIRESIDE CHATS Creating a culture of learning outside of the classroom is a priority at Preston Residential College. The Fireside Chat series is an interactive way for Preston residents to learn from expert faculty, community partners, and visiting scholars on a range of topics. This interactive initiative has explored topics such as Chocolate Around the World, the FIFA World Cup, the writings of J.R.R. Tolkien, Cheese Around the World, and Women in Science.

PRESTON DINING One key component of Preston Residential College is our own unique all-you-care-to-eat dining facility, affectionately referred to as PDining. The Preston meal plan will work just like everyone else’s on campus any time of day or night anywhere on campus. The only difference you’ll ever notice is if you bring a friend who doesn’t live in Preston to dinner at PDining. You’ll use just one swipe, while your guest may need to use a swipe and have to pay the difference with Carolina Cash, Meal Plan Dollars, etc. Please contact the Carolina Card office with questions. All residents are required to purchase a Preston meal plan. Students who join a fraternity or sorority will not be exempt from our meal plan. Located in on the 2nd floor of the Russell House West Wing and open Monday through Thursday (5:15pm-8:00pm) for dinner, you have the chance to build community over food, and enjoy conversation with our Preston Associates. Pop in for a quick ice cream or sit and chat for a while with someone new or one of our Associates. PDining is open only to Preston residents, Associates, and their guests from 5:15pm-7:00pm, Monday through Thursday. Residents and up to 5 guests can swipe in at the same time. Please make sure your guests swipe in at the same time as you! PDining will be open for the entire campus from 7:00pm-8:00pm. ADA access is available through the 2nd floor elevator and down the south ramp. For more information about meal plans, please visit the Carolina Dining website. Preston Residential College residents are expected to join the community for dinners and special events in PDining throughout the semester. 16 | UofSCHOME

FRIDAY EVENING DINING EXPERIENCE (FEDEX) Have you ever tried Ethiopian food? What about Indian, Chinese, Greek, Thai, French, Vietnamese or vegan food? Held one Friday each month, FEDEx takes Preston residents to different restaurants in the greater Columbia area where they can explore new cultures through food. This great event was started by Faculty Principals Ken and Margaret Perkins, and continued by Tom and Sarah Terrill, long-time Preston Associates. Today, FEDEx is coordinated by a resident volunteer. GATSBY BANQUET AND AWARDS CEREMONY The Gatsby Banquet and Awards Ceremony is Preston Residential College's traditional end-of-year banquet. Dress up for a great time including the presentation of awards, organization recognition, and a farewell to those moving on. K(NO)W MORE The K(no)w More series is a monthly dialogue series that explores different topics relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The purpose of K(no)w More is twofold– to Know More about a given topic and to encourage No More ignorance toward that subject. This event is set up in a fishbowl format where residents can ask anonymous questions that are explored in a safe space by a panel of students and expert community partners. Former discussion topics have included the LGBT* community, race and ethnicity, gender norms, relationship violence, mental health, as well as hunger and homelessness, to name a few. LEADERSHIP WEEKEND Each year, select students participate in a Leadership Weekend. Learn skills that will benefit your time in Preston and beyond! Learn about conflict resolution, delegation, marketing, and more! PJS AND PANCAKES Take a break from studying for finals and enjoy fresh-made pancakes and other yummy breakfast treats. The Preston staff and Associates love serving you brain food to help you power through the end of the semester. PJs and highly encouraged! PRESTON PALOOZA Preston Palooza is Preston Government’s end-of-year celebration for the community. This event often includes field day activities, music, food, and giveaway items to celebrate Annual Traditions | 17

PRESTON ASSOCIATES Preston Residential College is proud to call many University faculty and staff our Associates. You’ll see our Preston Associates at dinner, offering seminars and classes to Preston residents, and chatting with students regarding academic matters, hobbies, interests, and more! These committed faculty and staff also attend events with residents. To create a stronger relationship, talk to Doc Lo or Sarah Kelly about signing up for the Adopt-an-Associate program, and be matched one-on-one with a great Associate!

Pastor Frank Anderson

Student Life - Interfaith Initiatives

Frenche Brewer African-American Studies Program

Bentley Coffey Economics (Business)

Emily Davis

Educated Leadership Policies

Amber Fallucca USC Connect

PRESTON LIFE-HACKS By Riley Jones

1. Returning residents: I know they may seem intimidating at first, but upperclassmen can be such an amazing resource for living your best life here in Preston. They’ve been here for at least a year, so they know all the tips and tricks to help you survive your first year. I highly recommend talking to them! 2. Preston Dining: You’ll quickly find that whenever you tell people on campus that you live in Preston, they will respond with “you guys have really good food,” because that is what we are known for. PDining has the best food and friendliest staff on campus. My personal favorite is dessert! 3. Study Rooms: Most people choose to go do their late-night studying at the library, which fills up VERY quickly. Luckily in Preston we have study rooms on each floor that are helpful when studying for that big exam. Skip the awkward 15 minutes wandering the library and go right down the hall to study in the comfort of your own home. 4. Kitchen: On weekends when PDining is closed, it’s so much fun to cook or bake with your friends in the Preston kitchen! It is always a blast making cookies in the middle of the night or mac-n-cheese on a random afternoon. Remember to clean up after yourself and turn off the oven when you’re done! 5. Hallways/Front Porch: Preston prides itself on the community it builds for all our residents. The easiest way to make friends is to hang out in the hallways and sit on the front porch. You’ll see that residents will always come and join you!

Daniel Freedman Social Work

Casey Goldston Giraudy

Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior

John Grady

Sport & Entertainment Management

Kunio Hara

Music History

Deborah Hazzard Management (Business)

6. Windows: After talking to other people in residence halls, I learned that their windows don’t open all the way. Not only do ours completely open, but we also have the best views on campus, so open your windows. If you’re facing Greene Street this comes in handy when they hold concerts and other events! Remember that sticking or dropping anything outside of a window, including flags, signs, apparel and body parts is prohibited. Enjoy the fresh air, but keep everything inside. 7. Staff: Not many people can say they’ve seen their Area Coordinator lip sync to Sia, but we have! Make friends with and get to know the Preston staff by stopping by their office and chatting with them. Not only are they a helpful resource, but they are also really awesome people.

J. Daniel Jenkins Music Theory

Dianne McGhee Valle Dance

Mark Macauda

Health Promotion, Education, and Behavior

Julie Morris

Office of Undergraduate Research

William Morris Educational Studies

8. Organizations: Preston has an organization for everyone! They are great ways to get involved with the community, to meet new people in the building, and to build leadership skills. 9. Events: Even if you don’t join any of the Preston orgs, I encourage you to attend their events. Events are a great way to get to know residents on different halls and have fun. Also, events almost always include food, which is such a plus!

Lucille Mould Languages, Literatures and Cultures

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Maureen Petkewich Statistics (Business)

Abbas Tavakoli Nursing

Yang Wang Instruction and Teacher Education

Laura Woliver Political Science & Women’s and Gender Studies Program

10. Community: Preston is unique because of the community that is unlike any other residence hall. You really can meet your best friends here in Preston. This community is something incredibly special so go out and talk to everyone!

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Pillars Passion activates each individual’s personal leadership style and creative expression. Community unites a diverse population seeking personal and intellectual growth. Knowledge represents the continuous goal of becoming thought leaders through the pursuit of life-long learning. Responsibility compels each of us to understand the complexities of an interconnected society while working collaboratively to improve the world.

Colors Blue indicates loyalty and truth. Preston residents demonstrate loyalty to each other in pursuit of the truth. Garnet represents passion and UofSC. Passion enriches the life of Preston as we seek to enhance our community at the University of South Carolina. Silver & white symbolize encouragement, sincerity, and peace. Preston encourages peaceful interactions and a sincerity among its members.

THRIVE DURING YOUR FIRST YEAR by Matthew Wiegel

You have arrived at UofSC and are about to begin one of the most important parts of your life. UofSC will be your home for the next four or so years, and there’s a lot to look forward to. However, this year is going to be a big learning experience and I have a few words of advice. Get excited! These next four or so years are going to be incredible. You are going to learn so much, make so many great memories, and experience things that will grow you as a person. Be open to new things. During the first few weeks of my first year, I quickly realized that there are too many things to do and way too little time to do all of them. College presents you with so many opportunities. This is the time of your life where you get to learn more about yourself and decide what you are passionate about. So get out there, take an interesting elective, look into that club you saw on Greene Street, and take advantage of all the many resources that this university offers. Be friendly. The first week of classes can be pretty weird. I remember looking around thinking “I don’t know any of these people,” but trust me, these unfamiliar faces will soon turn into the ones that you miss during breaks. Keep your eyes and mind open the first few days, and make an effort to meet as many new people as you can. You can thank me later. Get organized and stay organized. In the first few days of classes you will get a lot of paper with a lot of due dates. Get a calendar, take your syllabus for each class and write down every important date. This way you will know exactly when you have exams, essays, and homework coming up. I really wish I did this last year, but it’s not too late for you. Be a Gamecock. Last, but certainly not least, be passionate about your school! Go to as many sporting events as you can. They are so much fun and a great way to instill some school pride. My buddies and I went to pretty much every game we could, and not only did we get lower deck tickets for all the football games, but going to games turned out to be of my favorite things to do, and it helped Preston win the Community Cup last year.

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Shield The shield in the center of our logo links Preston to its old English heritage. Our College is descended from the residential colleges at Oxford and Cambridge. By modifying the classic medieval shield, Preston is reminded that while our roots are historical, our future is uniquely our own creation. On the shield is the edifice of our building; the building’s four pillars represent the four pillars from which Preston gains its strength, while the extended stairway welcomes all those who wish to participate in Preston.

Compass The compass is symbolic of the Preston experience. Students, faculty, and staff come to Preston from every direction. Preston seeks to provide its members with strong core principles and a solid foundation upon which they can base their unique journeys through their lives, their communities, and the world. The compass helps students navigate their leadership journey throughout their time at the University of South Carolina and beyond.

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PRESTON COURSES Preston Residential College is excited to offer courses just for our residents. These courses cover a number of Carolina Core requirements in a small class environment. Residents are not required to sign up for any of these courses, but are highly encouraged to do so! All Preston sections are “A” sections. All lettered sections of courses are listed towards the bottom of each course listing on my.sc.edu.

Fall 2018 semester

UNIV 101: Focus on leadership and career development ENGL 101: Stand-Up Comedy (fulfills Carolina Core CMW)

Anticipated Spring 2019 semester

COLA 298: Cultural Inquiry (part of our trip to Morocco and fulfills Carolina Core GSS) ENGL 102: Utopias and Dystopias (fulfills Carolina Core CMW and INF) STAT 201: Elementary Statistics (fulfills Carolina Core ARP) SPCH 140: Public Speaking (fulfills Carolina Core CMS)

Previous courses

UNIV 290: Leadership UNIV 290: Local arts and culture

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Who in Preston can help me. . . . . .with roommate/suitemate/apartmentmate conflicts or concerns? Start with the individual you are concerned with, then talk to your RM. . . .if I get locked out of my room? Weekdays 8am-9pm and weekends 12pm-9pm go to the Central Campus Housing Office in Sims for a spare key. Weekdays 9pm-8am and weekends 9pm-12pm, call the RM on Duty. . . .getting involved in Preston? Any of the pro or grad staff. All their offices are on the first floor across from the JCR and Seminar Room and in the Lobby. . . .academic concerns? Stop by Doc Lo’s office hours or visit Ryan’s office in the Lobby, but any of the pro and grad staff are happy to talk with you about this! . . .general life concerns? Start with your RM, then go to Ryan or any of the Leadership Team for support. . . .issues with my room? Please call the FIXX line at 803-777-3499. Can I apply to live in Preston after my first year? Absolutely! You can reapply to live in Preston each year until you graduate, if you like! Re-applications, as well as applications from current students who want to move into Preston for the first time, will be available in October on my.sc.edu. You should know before Winter Break if you are invited back to Preston next year. The best way to strengthen your re-application is to be an active member of our community starting from day one! All returning students are expected to have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA in order to have their application considered. Why does Preston want residents to dine together? Preston is all about community! What better way to continue building community than over food? Hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy all PDining has to offer. Our residents are frequently joined by faculty and professional staff members from around campus and the greater Columbia community. Take this chance to interact with faculty and staff in a different environment over some of the best food on campus. Who are the Preston Associates? The Preston Associates are faculty and staff who have volunteered to spend time with our community. You’ll see them at Preston Dining, at events, or maybe even in the classroom! Creating relationships with faculty and staff will help you succeed in college, and we want to make it really easy for you to start interacting in a more informal way than you may be used to with teachers from high school. Introduce yourself at dinner one night and see where the conversation takes you! Can I cook in Preston? The Preston community kitchen is located on the west side of the first floor. It has a full-size refrigerator, stove and oven, microwave, and lots of pots and pans. Don’t leave food unattended while cooking, and make sure to clean up after yourself and wash all items before you leave. If you plan to keep ingredients or food in the refrigerator, please make sure to label your items and throw them out when you are done with them or when they expire. Any unlabeled food is subject to be thrown out. Please remember to turn off the oven when you are done. You cannot use hotplates or cooking devices in your room.

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MOROCCO! Spring Break 2019 Interest Meetings

Tuesday, September 25 Wednesday, September 26 7:00 pm in the Seminar Room