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CAROLINA 2017-2018

Strom Thurmond Wellness & Fitness Center Solomon Blatt Physical Education Center 803.576.9375 803.777.5261 campusrec.sc.edu University of South Carolina Campus Recreation @UofSC_CampusRec

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF HOLLY HEATON

DIRECTOR OF STUDENT MEDIA SARAH SCARBOROUGH

PHOTOGRAPHERS JOSH THOMPSON BRENNAN BOOKER MADELEINE FIGUEROA

CREATIVE DIRECTOR EDGAR SANTANA

WRITERS/COPY EDITORS ANNA SANDREUTER JALESA COOLEY KYLE VUILLE BRIDGET DONOVAN JULIETTE LAFERLITA

SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER SYDNEY PATTERSON CREATIVE SERVICES/DESIGN WANDA FELSENHARDT ELIZABETH JENNINGS EMILY LOR

ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVES JOLIE DELIA CAITLIN DINGLER ERIN LEE SPENCER LEE MORGAN MACLACHLAN ANDREW SNIGHT FOSTER SNIPES DREW THIEL CAMERON WHITE

FOREVER TO THEE...

FIVE REASONS to join us at

Carolina Productions ENTERTAINMENT FOR STUDENTS...

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FRIENDS an easy way to meet many fun people that you wouldn’t normally interact with on campus

EXPERIENCE

gain leadership skills & event planning experience at a professional level while also finding out what you’re good at

MEET PERFORMERS

you get to meet all the performers we bring (past performers include: bo burnam, rae sremmurd, keenan thompson, shawn johnson)

HAVE FUN

provides stress-relief from school, work, & other responsibilities

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

have an influence on your campus, serve your campus, have a real say

www.cp.sc.edu @usccp

...BY STUDENTS! /usccp @usccp

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WHAT TO DO STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

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WHERE TO GO (OFF CAMPUS)

WHERE TO EAT (OFF CAMPUS)

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

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FIVE POINTS/THE VISTA

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CAFÉ STRUDEL

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GARNET & BLACK/THE DAILY GAMECOCK

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MAIN STREET

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CALIFORNIA DREAMING

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WUSC 90.5 FM/SGTV

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HARBISON/DEVINE STREET

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CANTINA 76

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GREEK LIFE

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CHARLOTTE 37

COOK-OUT 61

SPORTS CLUBS

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CHARLESTON/MYRTLE BEACH

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COOL BEANS

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INTRAMURAL SPORTS

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GREENVILLE/ASHEVILLE 39

VILLAGE IDIOT

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CAROLINA PRODUCTIONS

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MALLS 41

GROUCHO’S 65

COMMUNITY SERVICE

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ZOO 42

HIBACHI HOUSE

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INTERFAITH INITIATIVES

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CONGAREE RIVER/PARKS

JIMMY JOHN’S

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WHERE TO GO (ON CAMPUS)

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MOE’S 68

WHERE TO EAT (ON CAMPUS)

SOUTHERN BELLY

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KAMINSKY’S 70

THE HORSESHOE

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RUSSELL HOUSE

RUSSELL HOUSE

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EINSTEIN’S 48

PAWLEYS FRONT PORCH

GREENE STREET

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STARBUCKS/COLLOQUIUM 49

YOGHUT 73

THOMAS COOPER LIBRARY

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GLOBAL CAFÉ

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STADIUMS 27

HONEYCOMB CAFÉ/CAFÉ VERDE

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WHAT TO KNOW

GYMS 28

GIBBES COURT/BATES DINER

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CAROLINACARD 77

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TSUNAMI 71 72

CAROLINA ALERT

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THEATERS 30

ALMA MATER/CAROLINIAN CREED

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GREEK VILLAGE

STUDY ABROAD

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STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT/WRITING CENTER

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MULTICULTURAL AFFAIRS

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STUDENT HEALTH CENTER

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RIVALRY/TICKETING 86

WHAT TO DO

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

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art of the college experience is discovering new interests and passions, and the best way to accomplish that is by joining a student

organization. There are more than 400 student organizations at USC, including Student Government, Scuba Club and the Flying Gamecock Skydiving Club.

Students have the opportunity to create their own club if they have an interest that is not already represented. In order to be registered with the Office of Student Organizations, the founder of the club must meet with a leadership coach, find 10 interested students and a staff or faculty advisor, and fill out an application on Garnet Gate. New clubs also must create a drafted constitution stating the purpose and name of the organization.

USC offers funding for student organizations through Student Government. After a submitted request to the Senate Finance Committee is approved, clubs can receive allocations of Student Activity Fees. Guidelines for what student funds can be used for can be found in the Finance Codes. Organization Comptrollers help facilitate the funding process and make sure each organization is receiving allocated funds and is using those funds efficiently.

To explore different student organizations at USC, log on to sa.sc.edu/leadershipandservice/studentorganizations and visit the student organizations fair held in the fall on Greene Street in front of the Russell House.

Russell House Suite 227 Leadership & Service Center www.sa.sc.edu/lsc

(803) 777-7130 lsc@sc.edu /uofscleadershipandservice @UofSC_LSC

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STUDENT GOVERNMENT

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tudent Government at USC works to represent student opinions and organize events and initiatives to improve student life on campus. SG

works closely with university administration, faculty and staff to change university policy based on student needs and is made up of hundreds of members and several branches.

Many Student Government programs play significant roles in shaping USC students’ lives. SG designed and produced the USC Bucket List, a 100item list that serves as a guide to getting the most out of life at Carolina. Other initiatives aim to improve the health and stability of the Carolina community, such as Gamecock Pantry, a program that provides emergency food and other resources to USC students.

Student Government also organizes initiatives to promote USC students’ safety and wellness through programs like Walk Home Cocky, a service that provides students with accompanied walks from the Thomas Cooper Library to dorms and parking garages from 10:30 p.m. until 2:00 a.m. every night. During finals week, Student Government sponsored an event in the Leadership and Service Center, offering free coffee and donuts to stressed out students.

Student Government is an expansive organization with many objectives, including advocacy for the safety and health of USC students, encouraging student involvement and improving the overall campus experience. With so many programs and events within Student Government, it’s easy to get involved.

Russell House Suite 227 Leadership & Service Center www.sa.sc.edu/sg

(803) 777-2654 sastgov@mailbox.sc.edu /UofSCSG @UofSCSG

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so while working with USC’s quarterly editorial

in the early 20th century. In 1994, it combined

publication.

with the literary magazine to become its current

The staff of the magazine is divided into departments including design, photography,

magazine form. G&B has won numerous advertising and design awards for video, layout and cover

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editorial, web, style and public relations. Within

design.

each department, a staffer works with a select team

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arnet & Black is a general interest

contemporary subjects that are relevant to the USC

magazine managed, designed, written,

community.

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photographed and edited by students.

Students looking to gain experience with layout design, photo shoots, feature writing, daily blogging, event planning and managing a staff can do

THE DAILY GAMECOCK

to complete necessary tasks for the magazine’s upcoming issues. Each issue focuses on broad

G&B’s editorial content can be found all around

/garnetandblack @garnetandblack

where bloggers post each week. Garnet & Black was originally the name of the school’s yearbook, starting

semester, followed by an official training program.

First published in 1908, USC’s award-winning

Send an email to The Daily Gamecock’s editor-in-

student newspaper has become a regular news

chief at sagcked@mailbox.sc.edu to get on staff and

source for students, with 130 distribution locations

in the newsroom.

on campus.

The print newspaper is published two days a week and web content is updated daily on the

The Daily Gamecock is the place for you. USC’s

to content so students are constantly in the loop.

sidelines at Williams-Brice or design

something that thousands of people will see, editorially independent student newspaper is the best place to learn reporting, designing, editing and

@Garnetandblack

photography because nobody covers USC better.

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Pastides, snap some shots on the

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Columbia as well as online at gandbmagazine.com,

user-friendly website at DailyGamecock.com. On

hether you want to interview President

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the website, photo galleries, multimedia content and web-exclusive articles are published daily. The

Russell House Suite 333 www.dailygamecock.com

(803) 777-3914

Daily Gamecock has more than 45,000 followers on

editor@dailygamecock.com

Twitter, which is active throughout the day with links

/thedailygamecock

The Daily Gamecock holds several interest meetings throughout the first few weeks of the

@thegamecock @Dailygamecock

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WUSC 90.5 FM

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USC FM is the student-run radio station at USC. WUSC produces 24 hours of programming seven days a week

and has over 120 active DJs. The station provides a variety of on-air content; plus, the station’s music policy is strictly no Top 40 in the last 40 years.

SGTV

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GTV is a 24-hour television station, broadcast

WUSC is the go-to station in Columbia to hear

listener and the DJ – a mission it strives to maintain

music before it reaches anywhere else. Each show is

each minute on and off the air. And if you’re

two hours long and airs once a week, and content

not close to a radio, students can like WUSC on

is at the discretion of each individual DJ—so long as

Facebook for an interactive experience with the

it’s outside the typical Top 40 radio songs.

people who control USC’s radio waves.

The radio station hosts events throughout the academic year, including dance parties, acoustic nights and all-day festivals with national and local

Russell House Suite 335, 338 www.wusc.sc.edu

artists. And with many executive staff positions held

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by students, there are opportunities for leadership

wuscsm@sc.edu

and distinction within the station as well. WUSC broadcasts at a 35-mile local radius and across the

/WUSC90.5FM

globe online, making its connection to the USC and

@WUSCFM

Columbia communities invaluable.

The station’s mission is to educate both the

@wuscfm

professional production projects for clients. Students

of Best Sportscast, PSA, News Reporting and more.

at SGTV learn how to write, shoot and edit content

SGTV gives students the chance to gain professional

to make it come to life. Positions in public relations,

experience and discover new and exciting

design, content management and social media are

opportunities.

also available.

SGTV is constantly teaching its staff, so weekly

to students throughout campus on channel

training workshops are held where students can

4.1. Each segment is shot, directed and

hone new skills. SGTV students have interviewed

Russell House Suite 344 www.sgtv.sc.edu

(803) 777-3760

produced by students, and topics range from sports,

Seth Meyers, Stephen A. Smith and musical group

news, music and entertainment to cooking, video

Young the Giant. Others traveled to Orlando for the

sgtvsm@sc.edu

games, movies, short films and sitcoms. In addition

Capital One Bowl, Omaha for the College World

to the recorded shows, SGTV also produces live

Series and several national broadcasting conventions

/sgtvatusc

broadcasts.

around the country.

On top of producing original content, SGTV provides students with the chance to work on

College Broadcasters Incorporated has nationally recognized SGTV for its work in the areas

@SGTVatUSC @SGTVatUSC

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GREEK LIFE

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reek life at USC is built on a foundation of leadership and service. Sororities and fraternities provide students with a wide array

of opportunities to get involved and to make friendships that last long after graduation. Whether students are interested in joining a fraternity, sorority or multicultural organization, USC provides interested students with a number of options to suite their needs. Each of these departments hold recruitments for interested students.

The overall mission of fraternity and sorority life at the University of South Carolina is to develop global citizens by enhancing their academic pursuits through a values-based community experience. Greek life thrives on leadership, service and academics. Organizations work together on several service projects throughout the year, some of these include the annual CarolinaClemson Blood Drive, Trick or Treat with the Greeks and Greek Week.

Several chapters adopt philanthropies and fundraise throughout the year to benefit causes like the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Ronald McDonald House, March of Dimes and Pets Inc. The first round of formal sorority recruitment will begin on Thursday, August 17, 2017. Formal fraternity recruitment will begin with orientation on August 26, 2017.

Russell House Suite 115 www.sa.sc.edu/fsl

(803) 777-3506 sagreeks@mailbox.sc.edu /southcarolinafsl @UofSCFSL

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SPORTS CLUBS

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SC has a number of top-10 varsity athletics programs. But if that level of competition is a bit too high for you, USC’s sport clubs are there to

satisfy your competitive fix.

There are 35 sport clubs on campus, many of which travel to play other schools in the SEC and beyond. And while there is plenty of fun to be had, there’s no messing around when it comes to the teams’ success. Several clubs, including ice hockey and rugby, have seen enormous growth in recent years and found themselves competing in postseason competitions. And USC’s list of clubs isn’t just limited to team sports.

Activities like bodybuilding, ballroom dancing, fencing, Jiujitsu and more are offered at USC as well.

Maybe you were a star athlete at your high school but the college coaches didn’t come knocking, or maybe you just wanted to steer clear of the time commitment involved with a varsity sport. Either way, just because you’re not on a varsity team doesn’t mean you have to stop being an athlete. Sports clubs at USC give you that chance.

www.campusrec.sc.edu/clubs

(803) 576-9377 University of South Carolina Campus Recreation @UofSC_CampusRec

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INTRAMURAL

SPORTS

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hether you’re a former high school athlete looking to relive your glory days or just have a group of friends that want to have

a good time, USC has an intramural sport for you. USC offers a wide variety of intramural sports, and students can form a team with their friends or join a random group to compete in both co-ed and single-gender leagues.

While the more popular form of intramural involvement is joining a league, the office also hosts a number of events, like basketball and dodge ball tournaments and golf scramble outings, to name a few.

All leagues and events require a small fee to participate depending on the sport, but splitting it among the team members often dilutes it.

The intramural office also gives students the chance to leave their mark on the university and pick up some extra cash. Students have the opportunity to take advantage of the office’s administrative and refereeing jobs. Students can officiate sports such as soccer, basketball and flag football with training from the intramural office. Students can register for intramurals at the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center.

There’s no better way to stay active than by rounding up your roommates and playing your favorite sport through USC intramurals.

Strom Thurmond Wellness & Fitness Center 201D www.campusrec.sc.edu/intramurals

(803) 576-9375 intramurals@sc.edu Intramural Sports @ USC Adam Collins

@uscintramural

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CAROLINA PRODUCTIONS

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Girls” and “Toy Story.”

Carolina Productions organizes several events featuring student performers and artists, like the monthly Acoustic Café series where students can grab a bite to eat and watch live music, and Poetry Slam competitions where student-poets can express themselves through spoken word. Other fun happenings sponsored by Carolina Productions

arolina Productions is a student-run

include occasional karaoke nights, drag shows and

organization that provides entertaining and

Greene Street events like the 2017 Spring Fest,

educational events for USC students, faculty

where students had the chance to meet former “The

and staff. Carolina Productions plans and hosts some of the largest live events on campus, including concerts and comedy shows, which often feature nationally recognized performers.

Voice” contestant Cassadee Pope.

Students can even appreciate Carolina Productions as part of the staff, where they will learn to work with clients as well as organize and book

One of the most popular events hosted by Carolina Productions are the free movies available to students in the Russell House Theater. Every week, from Thursday to Sunday, the organization

events.

Russell House Suite 318 www.cp.sc.edu

host screenings of popular films, giving students the

(803) 777-3950

chance to see movies on the big screen before they

sacppres@mailbox.sc.edu

are released on Blu-ray and DVD. Occasionally,

/usccp

Carolina Productions screens old favorites like “Mean

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COMMUNITY

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SERVICE

f you’re looking to volunteer, the Leadership and Service Center is on campus to help you find opportunities to give back. Community service

programs at USC serve to facilitate student involvement by providing convenient opportunities to better the community.

For those with busy schedules, Service Saturdays give students the chance to volunteer on the weekends, when schedules are less hectic. These monthly service projects start at 9 a.m. and provide transportation to and from the service location and free lunch. Getting involved is easy. Students can register online or sign up for service sites on the day of the event, starting at 8:30 a.m.

Additionally, USC’s Impact Weekly programs lead groups of students to contribute to ongoing projects at various community service sites throughout the academic year, like Harvest Hope Food Bank, St. Andrews Kids Café and the C.M. Tucker Nursing Care Center.

Students looking for an immersive community service experience can also check out alternative trips during winter and spring breaks to serve those in need. These service-learning trips take students across the nation to address pressing social, political and environmental issues.

USC’s Leadership and Service Center makes it easy for any student to contribute to efforts to improve the community, regardless of scheduling or resources. Visit the LSC in Russell House 227 to get more information about getting involved and giving back.

Russell House Suite 227 Leadership & Service Center www.sa.sc.edu/leadershipandservice/

(803) 777-7130 lsc@sc.edu /uofscleadershipandservice @ServeCarolina

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INTERFAITH

INITIATIVES

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wide array of religious groups are represented on USC’s campus, where religious diversity is embraced and celebrated. Interfaith Initiatives

provides students with a community to celebrate their beliefs and get involved in service, even if they are far from their beloved home congregation.

Student religious organizations cover numerous denominations including several major Christian groups (Anglican, Baptist, Catholic, Church of Christ, Lutheran, Methodist, Orthodox and Presbyterian), as well as many non-denominational groups. Jewish and Muslim groups can be found on campus, while Hindu, Buddhist and Sikh groups are also prevalent in the local community, among others.

Students can continue to practice their faith while they attend USC. Registered religious workers serve as ministers, rabbis, mentors, and counselors.

www.sc.edu/sos/organizations/php

(803) 777-6688

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Student Health Services University of South Carolina

Supporting the vision of a Healthy Carolina community Learn more about our services & programs:

sa.sc.edu/shs HOURS

fall/spring 8 a.m.-5 p.m. M-F 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. M-Th extended counseling hours 2-8 p.m. Sundays breaks/summer 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F Find us on social media for the latest information & events!

Services

MENTAL HEALTH Counseling Psychiatry

MEDICAL General/primary care Women’s health Vision care (starting fall 2017) Lab testing X-rays Immunizations Travel consultations Sports medicine & physical therapy Pharmacy (transfer refills here) Allergy shots

HEALTHY CAMPUS INITIATIVES Sexual assault and violence prevention & advocacy services Wellness consultations, including stress management, nutrition, exercise, tobacco cessation & sexual health Healthy Carolina campus initiatives, programs and healthy policies

New Health Center (opening this summer) 1401 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29208 facebook.com/UofSCshs Twitter & Instagram: @UofSCshs

Thomson Student Health Center 1409 Devine St, Columbia, SC 29208 803-777-3175

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WHERE TO GO

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THE HORSESHOE

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ounded by Sumter, Pickens, Greene and Pendleton streets, the Horseshoe is an iconic part of the landscape at USC. The Horseshoe was originally

designed in 1805 to be the courtyard of Rutledge College, the university’s first completed building.

Ten of the 11 buildings that make up the Horseshoe are listed in the National Register of Historic Places, giving the area as much history as it has natural beauty.

Several buildings on the Horseshoe serve as residence halls, including Harper/Elliott, DeSaussure, Pinckney/ Legare, Rutledge, Woodrow and Maxcy.

Because the Horseshoe is Wi-Fi-enabled, students can study or simply unwind beneath the trees. The canopy of trees, the surrounding gardens and the engraved brick trails give the courtyard a distinct rustic charm, and its history makes it one of the most beloved locations in downtown Columbia. When the weather gets warm, you can find students throwing frisbees and picnicking along the drive.

The Horseshoe has also been known as an excellent spot to set up a slack-line to test your balance, or hammock to take a snooze in the trees.

Students will also find the South Caroliniana Library on the Horseshoe, the oldest freestanding library in the country, as well as University President Harris Pastides’ house.

900 Sumter St.

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RUSSELL HOUSE

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ituated between Thomas Cooper Library and the Horseshoe, the Russell House is the main student hub on campus.

There is a multitude of meeting rooms scattered

throughout the floors of Russell House. Several organizations hold meetings in the university union, as it serves as a central meeting place for students all over campus.

Russell House is also where students’ voices are heard and rules are changed, as it serves as a Student Government meeting place. The walls of the Russell House have heard many SG debates.

On the main floor, students can buy textbooks, Gamecock apparel, snacks, and much more at USC’s Barnes and Noble Bookstore. The Russell House is also home to the Russell House Theater, where Carolina Productions shows new movie releases and hosts performers from a variety of genres.

Student Media is housed on the third floor, where WUSC FM 90.5 broadcasts their student radio shows, The Daily Gamecock is produced, SGTV creates video content and Garnet & Black magazine designs upcoming issues.

Students can stop in at Carolina Styles on the third floor, right next to the Carolina Productions office, for a haircut.

Russell House is also home to more than 13 restaurants including Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell and Grand Market Place, which has served chicken fingers on Wednesdays to students at USC for years – a tradition aptly named “Chicken Finger Wednesday.”

1400 Greene St.

(803) 777-8182

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GREENE STREET

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reene Street serves as a central point of USC, as it is home to the Russell House University Union and Thomas Cooper

Library and runs through the main part of campus.

Students pack Greene Street a few times each year to sign up for clubs at the student organizations fair and swipe free swag at the off-campus housing fair.

The Healthy Carolina Farmers Market sets up shop on Greene Street, rain or shine, on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. through 1:30 p.m. with a wide array of vendors selling everything from produce to soaps.

The central stretch of the street has played host to several events, from the Homecoming Spurs and Struts competition to the Sperry Top-Sider

Vacationland Tour, when Carolina Productions

At one end of the road are the Greene Street

brought four bands to Greene Street for a day-long

Intramural Fields, where club and intramural sports

music event.

teams practice and play and the annual Tigerburn is

The gates on Greene Street are always closed so that students may cross safely all hours of the day. Thousands of students cross Greene Street each day to travel between academic buildings, Russell House, the Horseshoe and the library.

held.

Greene Street continues in the opposite direction into Five Points and ends in residential Columbia.

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THOMAS COOPER LIBRARY

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hen it comes to performing well academically, students need a place to prepare for their classes with few

distractions (and maybe some coffee after an all-night study session).

USC’s Thomas Cooper Library offers the ideal study space with group study rooms, quiet rooms, quiet floors, tutoring and textbooks available to reserve, as well as a technology lounge where students can check out laptops and iPads.

Students have access to research materials both online and within the library. The library often serves as the go-to place for students who need quality information on comprehensive topics for their classes.

Students can reach librarians conveniently for personalized research consultations, with the “Ask a Librarian” feature on the library’s website, over the phone or by booking an appointment. The library’s LibGuides directs students to research materials by subjects or for specific courses.

The Thomas Cooper Library is right on campus for when students need a study spot, a few million volumes and a muffin. And, for when your brain can’t take any more studying, you can clear your mind with a walk around the fountain and reflecting pool out front.

1322 Greene St. www.library.sc.edu/p/TCL

(803) 777-3142 USC - Thomas Cooper Library @t_CoopUSC

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STADIUMS

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ot only does the University of South Carolina have some of the best teams in the nation, but the Gamecocks also play in some the best

stadiums and facilities in the country.

USC’s largest venue is Williams-Brice Stadium, where the football team brings the city of Columbia to a standstill during Saturdays in the fall. Williams-Brice was renovated in 1996 to hold more than 80,000 people, and South Carolina’s football stadium is one of the 20 largest stadiums in college athletics. Heading into the 2017 football season, more than half of the upcoming games are set to be played at Williams-Brice.

The football team doesn’t have the only state-ofthe-art building in town. In 2009, Carolina Stadium was unveiled as the new home of the South Carolina baseball team, and in its short time, it has served as the stomping grounds for two national championshipwinning teams. The ballpark holds more than 8,000 people and is often filled to capacity.

USC’s basketball teams have a home of their own, in Colonial Life Arena, which holds 18,000 spectators.

During this year’s March Madness tournament, the USC men’s basketball team competed in the Final Four and the women’s basketball team took home the 2017 National Championship title. Colonial Life Arena hosts not only basketball games, but also a number of concerts and shows throughout the year. This year, USC’s own Darius Rucker gave a free concert for students.

With such great stadiums across Carolina athletics, it’s easy to see why the Gamecocks play in such an electric atmosphere during home games and why USC has some of the most successful teams in the country.

Colonial Life Arena 801 Lincoln St.

(803) 576-9200 @clamktg Williams-Brice Stadium 1125 George Rogers Blvd.

(803) 777-4271 @gamecockfb

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GYMS

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t’s easy to stay in shape at USC with two world-class gyms on campus. The Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center and the Solomon Blatt Physical

Education Center offer students a place to run, lift, swim and climb with state of the art facilities and services.

Strom, the newer and larger of the two gyms,

features three floors of equipment, activity spaces for group classes and a lap pool. On the main floor, students must enter their VIP ID and scan their hands to gain entrance in to the gym.

Once inside, the main floor features four basketball courts and a strength-and-conditioning room, where students can use free weights, machines and aerobic mats. Downstairs, there are racquetball, squash and indoor soccer courts and the entrance to both the indoor and outdoor pools. Equipment rental services are also available if you choose to go hiking or kayaking down Congaree River.

On the first floor, extending up through all three stories, is Strom’s most famous feature: the rock-climbing wall. On the top floor of Strom is the cardio deck where students can run on the raised track or use elliptical machines, treadmills and rowing machines, among other equipment.

Blatt features three floors of its own, where students can find more courts to play racquetball, squash and basketball, as well as an indoor pool and three tennis courts outside.

Personal trainers roam the floors of both gyms to offer guidance and assistance to all students.

Solomon Blatt P.E. Center 1300 Wheat St. www.campusrec.sc.edu/pec

(803) 777-5261 Strom Thurmond Wellness & Fitness Center 1000 Blossom St. www.campusrec.sc.edu/wfc

(803) 576-9375 University of South Carolina Campus Recreation @UofSC_CampusRec

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STUDENT HEALTH CENTER

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SC students have access to preventive health screenings, individual exercise consultations, regular office visits for treatment of routine

or chronic illnesses and much more—all covered by student health fees. The health center operates from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays.

The Thomson Student Health Center houses a pharmacy, psychiatric services, sports medicine and physical therapy as well a women’s care. Students can make appointments for various services over the phone or online at MyHealthSpace. Prescriptions can also be filled online or over the phone and picked up on the third floor.

Student Health Services spearheads Healthy Carolina, an initiative that encourages students to pursue healthy living in terms of mind, body and spirit. The program shares nutrition information and other resources necessary to undertake this healthy lifestyle. Healthy Carolina also hosts an on-campus farmers market each Tuesday, sponsors a wellness living community and conducts college health behavior research.

The new health center, scheduled to be finished this summer, will connect to the current health center via pathway. All health departments, currently spread across five locations on campus, will be centrally located in an expansive and cohesive complex.

1409 Devine St. www.sa.sc.edu/shs

(803) 777-3175 /UofSCshs @UofSCshs

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THEATERS

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here are several theaters

hydraulic elevator allows scene

around USC’s campus that

shifting during performances.

give students the opportunity to

catch a show on the weekends.

Each week, the Russell House

The Lab Theatre, across from the Blatt PE Center at 1400 Wheat St., shows plays written and performed

Theater in the student union shows

by students. Tickets range from $5 to

movies just out of theaters Thursday

$10, and show times can be found

through Sunday, courtesy of Carolina

online at www.cas.sc.edu/thea.

Productions. Are you thinking, “What’s a movie without snacks?”

We agree, so just head to the theater on Fridays and enjoy free popcorn and Pepsi products. The Russell House Theater also sets the stage for comedy performances, magic shows, Student Government election debates and several other events over the course of the academic year.

The Longstreet Theatre, next to Thomas Cooper Library on Greene Street, is home to the Department of Theatre and Dance. The 312seat arena stage often hosts plays, musicals and comedies, and a

The Koger Center for the Arts is just off campus at the corner of Assembly and Greene Streets, which makes for great convenience and accessibility, and in an average year, will host approximately 535 different events. Tickets to Koger Center events can be purchased at capitoltickets. com.

Aside from ballets, plays, and concerts, Koger will also hold performances hosted by Carolina Productions from time to time, like Andy Grammer, Bo Burnham, and Kenan Thompson.

www.artsandsciences.sc.edu/thea/

(803) 777-4288 theatre@sc.edu

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GREEK VILLAGE

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SC’s Greek Village is home to 20 fraternities and sororities houses, where members of each organization live. These houses serve as

central gathering places for members of fraternities and sororities, whether it’s over meals, during chapter meetings or casually spending time together.

Each Greek organization handles housing differently. Women in sororities are not required to live in their chapter’s house, though most fraternities require that members live in the house for at least two semesters. Sororities offer the option of living in the chapter house and may base selection on some criteria such as grades or participation. Executive officers of some Greek organizations may be required to live in the house while in office, depending on the organization.

Greek Village is accessible on the Red Route shuttle Monday through Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Additionally, the Greek Village Lunch Shuttle runs between Greek Village and the Horseshoe daily during lunch hours, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:40 p.m. The evening shuttle also makes stops in Greek Village daily between 6 p.m. and 12:30 a.m.

Greek Village will close for the summer on May 4 at noon and May 10 for graduating students.

The village will reopen August 7, 2017 at noon for sororities prior to formal recruitment, and fraternity houses will open on August 22, 2017 at noon.

www.sa.sc.edu/fsl

(803) 777-3506 sagreeks@mailbox.sc.edu /southcarolinafsl @uofscfsl

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WIND ENSEMBLE

Scott Weiss, conductor The premier wind band at USC and one of the leading ensembles of its kind in the nation, performs a series of on-campus concerts each year and at national and international conferences. The ensemble records professionally and has discs available on the Naxos, Summit and Mark Custom labels. Audition required* Tue, Thu, Fri 2:20-4:20 p.m.

MUSC 133 CRN: 14412

SYMPHONIC WINDS

Cormac Cannon, conductor Performs music representing both traditional and contemporary genres, comprised of music majors and non-majors from a variety of degree programs. Audition required* Tue, Thu, Fri 2:20-4:20 p.m.

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UNIVERSITY BAND

Tonya Mitchell, conductor Provides musical challenge, growth and camaraderie to a diverse group of students pursuing degrees from across campus. It is an open enrollment ensemble requiring no entrance audition.

Mon 7:00-9:00 p.m.

MUSC 122 CRN: 14354 * Auditions - Membership in the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Winds is open to all students on campus regardless of major or classification, but an audition is required. No audition is required to play in the University Band. Audition information is posted on the USC Band website.

The Bands of Carolina

Committed to providing outstanding musical opportunities for all levels and abilities. Membership is open to all USC students, regardless of major or classification.

THE CAROLINA BAND

USC’s 365-member marching band is the largest and most visible student organization on campus.

Members are majors from every area of the university. All members of the Carolina Band receive a scholarship for marching in the band. Call or email for more information.

Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 5:00-6:30 pm MUSC 123 CRN: 14356

BASKETBALL PEP BAND

Membership is open to all students regardless of major or classification.

Members are selected by audition and receive a scholarship for service. You do not have to be a member of the marching band to participate. Basketball Pep Band auditions are held during the fall semester and information will be available on the USC Band website.

Meet our staff and learn more about performing ensembles at carolinaband.org Band Department 803-777-4278 uscbands@mozart.sc.edu

sc.edu/music

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FIVE POINTS

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hen it comes to entertainment around USC, its impossible not to consider Five Points.

Five Points is the entertainment district named

after the five-pronged intersection of Santee Avenue, Harden Street and Devine Street at its heart. Known for its exciting nightlife, delicious restaurants and fun shopping, Five Points is a USC favorite.

Five Points is somewhat of a haven for students,

THE VISTA

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housing local favorites like Cook-Out and Pawleys

Vendors and live music performances fill the streets,

Front Porch, as well as stops to grab household

as thousands of people come to celebrate.

necessities like Food Lion and Walgreens.

There is something going on in Five Points almost every night of the week, with several local watering

alumni back to Five Points weekend after weekend for

holes.

hours of entertainment.

Worried about finding transportation back home at the end of a late night? There are plenty of taxis on stand-by, usually next to the Five Points fountain, waiting to get you home safely. Download Uber or Lyft as an alternative to a traditional taxi ride.

After lunch at Columbia classic Groucho’s Deli, make sure to hit the shops – Vestique, Gentleman’s Closet and Twig – for some retail therapy.

Once a year, Five Points becomes a sea of green during St. Patrick’s Day weekend, hosting one of the largest St. Patrick’s Day festivals in the Southeast.

The Vista has long been called a “playground for

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its upscale restaurants and bars, making it the perfect Parents Weekend dinner destination. A few

With sophisticated art galleries, retail shops and

local favorites include Pearlz Oyster Bar, Mellow

dining spots, the Vista is a place for professionals

Mushroom and Motor Supply.

to enjoy themselves. The Vista is also home to the popular music venue Music Farm, for when you feel like dancing.

Between the shopping, dining and nightlife, the Vista is a regular hot spot for students and young professionals alike on any night of the week.

There are two city parking garages in the Vista, several lots with first-come-first-served parking for a fairly inexpensive price and meters up and down

students can visit after a long day of classes.

each street. Parking at 820 Washington St. is free if

With more than 2 million visitors annually, the

kept under an hour.

Columbia.

www.fivepointscolumbia.com

adults,” as it was founded by entrepreneurial artists.

olumbia is home to a number of venues

Vista is a popular entertainment district in downtown

The area’s proximity to campus and repertoire of shops and restaurants bring students, families and

The Vista is known around Columbia for

www.vistacolumbia.com

/vistaguild @vistaguild

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MAIN STREET

M

ain Street is in the heart of Columbia, just blocks away from USC’s campus and adjacent to the State House on Gervais Street. It’s where you’ll find a bustling shopping

district, local restaurants and the beloved Nickelodeon Theatre—all contributing to downtown Columbia’s eclectic vibe. The hustle and bustle of the streets will keep both visitors and locals busy, day and night.

The Statehouse towers over the stores lining the street, and smells from nearby restaurants like the Oak Table and Persona Pizzeria waft out of the buildings and through the air. Free tours, both guided and self-guided, are available at the State House Monday through Friday. Tour brochures for self-guided tours of the Statehouse grounds are available at the Columbia Regional Visitors Center.

New and local businesses have been popping up on Main Street for the last several years, including Sweet Cream Company and Bourbon. Additionally, Main Street is the home to iconic Columbia institutions like the 110-year-old Drake’s Duck-In and the Tapp’s Arts Center.

When the sun goes down, the nightlife atmosphere consumes Main Street. Twinkling lights hang from the trees, as visitors stroll through town.

At the beginning of every month, the Columbia Museum of Art brings local entertainers and artists to Main Street for “First Thursdays on Main.” Other exciting events and outdoor festivals are held on Main Street, like the weekly Soda City Farmer’s Market and the Main Street Latin Festival.

Between the budding arts scene and the quaint storefronts, Main Street brings a small town feel to the hubbub of Columbia.

www.mainstcolasc.com

/MainStColaSC @Mainstcolasc

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Just off of the I-26 Harbison exit, you’ll find one

Frankie’s Fun Park has miniature golf and games,

HARBISON

of South Carolina’s largest shopping selections with

which makes for a great date or weekend hang out

hundreds of stores and outlets.

spot.

BOULEVARD

you’re sure to find a store that sells whatever you’re

main routes to Lake Murray, Columbia’s largest

looking for on Harbison Boulevard.

recreational attraction. Lake Murray stretches

W

hen the bookstore and Target aren’t enough to fulfill students’ shopping needs, Harbison Boulevard is a short

drive away from campus.

DEVINE STREET

From residence décor to the latest fashion trends,

And you’ll find whatever your stomach is craving at one of the dozens of restaurants that line the road, from Chili’s to Ruby Tuesday.

The Regal Columbiana Grande Movie Theatre is one of the closest theaters to USC and is surrounded

Points and continues on through Columbia, with an

likely to find something on Harbison.

Wide sidewalks and attractive landscaping make for a pleasurable shopping experience, not to mention a nice walk along the way.

Some of Columbia’s finest shops and boutiques

Devine Street intersects with several residential

can be found along Devine Street. Half-Moon

streets, intertwining the quaint community with

Outfitters is a one-stop shop for all things outdoors,

the retail, professional and community service

Handpicked has the trendiest accessories and you’ll

organizations nearby.

free. No coins for the meter required.

But for something a little closer to campus, and

Whether you’re looking for a new couch, a new outfit or a new restaurant for dinner, you’re more than

to the Devine Cinnamon Roll Deli.

a bit more upscale, Devine Street winds through Five

Harbison to the Vista.

boating to the Midlands.

electric array of restaurants ranging from Cantina 76

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the middle of several shopping districts, from

thousands of acres and brings fishing, camping and

by several shops and restaurants.

find everything you need for Carolina Cup at Brittons.

t USC, students find themselves smack dab in

Harbison Boulevard also serves as one of the

The tree-lined drive features street parking in front of many shops and eateries, and several boast

Devine Street consists of more than 95 percent locally-owned and operated businesses, truly making it a desirable Columbia location.

their own parking lots. Fun fact: unlike many other places in Columbia, parking spaces on Devine are

www.devinestreetcolumbiasc.com

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CHARLOTTE

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s one of the most populous cities on the East Coast, Charlotte is a mere 90-minute drive from Columbia. Thanks to its size and proximity, it’s

a popular place to visit for USC students looking for the benefits of a big city.

Some of those benefits include professional sports.

Charlotte is the home to the NFL’s Carolina Panthers and the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets. In addition, the Charlotte Knights are the highest affiliate (Triple-A) for the Chicago White Sox and play their home games in a recently built stadium in uptown Charlotte. The city is also home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame and three NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races each year. For golf fans, the Wells Fargo Championship is held annually in Charlotte and brings some of the top golfers in the world.

Charlotte also has an extensive list of performing arts centers and museums that offer a wide range of educational opportunities for visitors. Musical artists regularly stop in Charlotte on nationwide tours, and the plethora of venues offers a variety of audience sizes and atmospheres to catch your favorite acts.

It’s a well popular destination to fly into as well, often offering many direct and more inexpensive flights for students going home for breaks.

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worth the two-hour trip.

CHARLESTON

P

erhaps the cultural hub of the Southeast, Charleston is a must-visit for any out-of-state students unfamiliar with the area. The city’s rich

history and breathtaking architecture will make it

MYRTLE BEACH

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s one of the go-to tourist destinations in the Southeast, Myrtle Beach is a frequent destination for USC students.

The downtown peninsula area features a fine collection of 19th century mansions. The famous Battery Park, the entire area south of Broad Street,

seafood. So of course, you can’t go to Charleston without trying the classic she-crab soup, which you can get just about anywhere in the city.

Historic sites, like Fort Sumter, museums and

is a must-see for any history buff. Also located

houses of worship, are popular stops, too. Checking

downtown is the world-renowned Rainbow Row, one

out the better-than-advertised visitor’s center located

of the most photographed places in all of Charleston.

downtown would be a good place for newcomers to

One thing is for sure: you won’t be able to go wrong with the local cuisine, especially if you like About three hours east of Columbia, Myrtle Beach is a convenient location for weekend vacations with friends, organizations or family.

With 60 miles of beaches, over 100 quality golf courses and a variety of other attractions, Myrtle Beach is known as one of South Carolina’s beachy getaways.

However, if you aren’t into the beach scene,

start planning their trips.

www.charleston.com Carolina.

Visitors can take to the skies with the Myrtle Beach Sky Wheel, which offers an incredible view of the Atlantic Ocean.

No matter your interests, it offers quite a bit to the overworked student. If you’re looking for a break from Columbia when the weather gets warm, Myrtle Beach is ready and waiting.

golfing or shopping, Myrtle Beach still has something to offer. With several popular restaurants, visitors can experience one of the seafood capitals of South

www.visitmyrtlebeach.com

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Mountains of the Appalachian Trail, the air in

GREENVILLE

Greenville is crisp and clean, just like the city center

Rabbit Trail or kayak at Paris Mountain State Park’s

itself. A well-kept, family-friendly city, downtown

Lake Placid. As they say, you can never be bored in

Greenville is home to many mom-and-pop restaurants,

Greenville.

coffee shops, boutiques, art galleries, museums,

I

f you’re looking to get some fresh air and see South

science centers and music halls, which are all

Carolina from a different point of view, head about

walking distance to the city’s main attraction, Falls

two hours northwest of Columbia to the upstate city

Park on the Reedy. The park offers scenic overlooks,

of Greenville.

Nestled in the tail end of the Blue Ridge

ASHEVILLE

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iscover the ultimate combination of quaint locally-owned businesses, nature trails, art studios and historic attractions in one place:

Asheville, North Carolina.

Asheville offers views of mountain ranges around

Visitors frequent the Greenville Zoo, bike Swamp

walking and bike trails, landscaped gardens, a pond, waterfalls and an architecturally intriguing pedestrian

If you’re craving even more adventure, continue traveling about 40 minutes northwest of Greenville to Table Rock State Park. Table Rock offers six unique trails, of varying difficulty, with exceptional views at the summit.

suspension bridge.

www.visitgreenvillesc.com

every corner. Drive through the famous Blue Ridge

Asheville a popular destination for electronic fans.

Parkway or experience the mountains first-hand with

The Orange Peel, located downtown, is a popular

whitewater rafting nearby.

venue for a variety of musicians on tour.

The town has a unique, artistic culture that’s evident on the sculpture-dotted streets downtown.

The River Arts District welcomes visitors into the studios of artists working in a wide range of media including glass blowing, collage and painting.

Music lovers will find several bluegrass events throughout the year, and the annual MoogFest makes

No trip to Asheville is complete without stopping by the Biltmore Estate, a historic mansion built on an 8,000-acre property.

Whether you’re stopping by or staying for the weekend, Asheville has plenty of entertainment opportunities for travelers of any age.

www.exploreasheville.com

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MALLS

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SC is surrounded by five different malls in the Columbia area, giving students convenient access to over 400 specialty, retail and

department stores.

Columbiana Centre, found just off of Harbison Boulevard, juxtaposes department stores like Dillard’s and Belk with smaller specialty shops like Francesca’s Collections, Express and Buckle, as well as Starbucks.

Columbia Place can be found on Two Notch Road and is home to Burlington Coat Factory, Charlotte Russe, and the only Macy’s in all of the Columbia area.

Just down Forest Drive, Richland Mall plays host to Barnes & Noble, Belk and GNC, as well as a movie theater.

Village at Sandhills, a large outdoor mall in northeast Columbia, goes the extra mile with a large selection of stores ranging from World Market and Home Depot to Ann Taylor Loft. Restaurants and a movie theater take up the remainder of the venue.

Dutch Square Mall on Bush River Road has an AMC theatre, several eateries and shops that range from Foot Locker to Office Depot.

For a full list of stores and hours of operation in any of Columbia’s malls, visit their respective official websites.

www.columbianacentre.com/en.html www.columbiaplacemall.com www.dutchsquare.com/location

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ZOO

iverbanks Zoo is just four miles from USC’s campus and offers hours of fun for both students and families.

For the general admission price of $15.95 (you’ll

save $2.20 if you purchase tickets online), you can explore the 170-acre site that is home to nearly 2,000 animals.

In the African Plains, guests can see zebras and ostriches roam around, or tour the award-winning Aquarium Reptile Complex to catch a glimpse of a shark or an eel. Other popular attractions include the majestic African lions, elephants and gorillas. Visitors can even feed lettuce to the adorable and friendly giraffes.

In June of 2015, the zoo unveiled two new incredible habitats: the Grizzly Ridge for Grizzly bears and the Otter Run for North American river otters. The beloved Sea Lion Landing was opened in May of 2016.

These friendly giants have been stealing the hearts of Columbians ever since.

Don’t forget to stop by the Australian animals and large mammals exhibits, river views, valley overlooks and historic landmarks.

A visit to the botanical gardens is included in the ticket price. The expansive gardens cover more than 34,000 square feet and are filled with thousands of species.

The gardens can also be reserved for private events and are often used to host community and non-profit events throughout the year.

Now, if you’re still looking for more, work the sky-high safari, zip line canopy, rock wall or pony rides into your visit. But no matter how you spend your day, there’s no question why visiting the Riverbanks Zoo is on the USC Bucket List.

500 Wildlife Parkway www.riverbanks.org

(803) 779-8717 /riverbankszoo @riverbankszoo @riverbankszoo

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PARKS

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or days when cabin fever is starting to set in and staying indoors is no longer an option, USC is surrounded by several parks for students to

spend the day.

Riverfront Park offers a winding path for walking or biking along with a small area for dogs, an amphitheater and plenty of interesting history about

CONGAREE

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RIVER

he beauty of Columbia reaches far beyond campus. The Congaree River runs its 47-mile long course throughout the city from the Lake

the neighboring Columbia Canal. Find the entrance

throw away from USC, about 30 minutes south of

to Riverfront Park at 312 Laurel St.

Columbia. The park is known for its plethora of

Finlay Park includes a scenic waterfall and faces the downtown skyline. The park’s 18 acres give visitors plenty of space to lounge or stroll around. During the summer months, Finlay Park hosts weekend events, including movie nights and free concerts. Finlay Park is located in the middle of Assembly, Taylor, Gadsden and Laurel Streets, close to USC’s campus and the Vista.

Congaree National Park is just a stone’s

Murray Dam and into Lake Marion.

Students love to walk, run or bike on one of the three paved paths that flank the Congaree, while taking in the lush green environment and wetland surroundings. The tree-lined pathways offer plenty of shady spots for an afternoon in a hammock or a picnic lunch.

The Three Rivers Greenway along the Congaree connects West Columbia and Cayce while the Granby Park path runs parallel on the east side of Columbia. The Greenway is a result of the three

hiking trails that stretch over 25 miles, as well as the 2.4-mile-long boardwalk loop trail. Visitors can float down Cedar Creek in a canoe, which USC students can rent at the Outdoor Recreation office. Visitors can plan overnight hiking and canoe trips with the help of the park visitor center, where you can get a free camping permit and find trail maps and up-to-date information on trails and weather conditions.

www.columbiacvb.com major municipalities and other private businesses that wanted to provide residents a natural escape from the confinements of the city. Each of these paths offers their own banks to explore and amazing views of the Columbia skyline for gazing.

It’s also no secret that Columbia traps humidity between April and October, but the Congaree river is an exceptionally cool way to beat the heat. Grab your friends, rent a tube and float down the river for a fun afternoon in the sun.

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WHERE TO EAT

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RUSSELL HOUSE

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etween the bookstore, mailroom and multitude of meeting rooms, students frequent the Russell House University Union to take care of business. But it’s

the food that keeps them coming back.

The Russell House is home to several on-campus eateries that range in tastes and flavors and are sure to fulfill the appetite of any hungry Gamecock.

On the first floor of the Russell House, students will find the Grand Market Place, which offers a salad bar, grill and hot line in addition to the Wholly Habaneros Mexican food line, Mein Bowl’s authentic Asian cuisine and Plan-It Healthy, which offers some healthier alternatives as well as vegan and vegetarian options.

The first floor also boasts Horseshoe Deli, where students can order subs, clubs and wraps.

And after dinner, students can head to Marble Slab Creamery to scoop up everything from a milkshake to a banana split.

Gamecock Park can be found on the second floor of the Russell House and includes popular chains such as Pizza Hut, Chick-Fil-A and Taco Bell.

And on top of all that, students can turn to Santorini’s for some Greek food, Fresh Burger for a juicy beef, turkey or veggie burger and tater tots or Naturally Woodstock if they’re in the mood for yogurt, some soup or an artisan sandwich.

All in all, the Russell House is a convenient stop for a quick bite between classes or a sit-down dinner with friends.

1400 Greene St. www.sc.edu/dining

(803) 777-5892 /UofSCDining @carolina_dining

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EINSTEIN’S

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instein Bros. Bagels has two locations on USC’s campus, so students can start every morning off with a bagel, no matter where their first class is. But be warned: the lines can get

pretty long. Students queue up to get their breakfast from Einstein Bros. every day, whether it’s on the second floor of the Russell House or on the first floor of the John Welsh Humanities Office Building at Einstein Bros. East.

Einstein Bros. offers a variety of bagels, ranging from classic plain and honey wheat to the more adventurous tastes, like chocolate chip and pumpernickel. But what bagel is complete without a shmear of cream cheese? Einstein Bros. employees will generously heap cream cheese on any bagel, upon request. For those students who just aren’t that into cream cheese, butter is always an option. And, if you aren’t in the mood for bagels at all, try one of Einstein Bros.’ sandwiches, wraps or a signature Bagel Dog—a hot dog wrapped in a bagel.

Einstein Bros. is open in the Russell House Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m., and from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on the weekend.

Einstein Bros. East is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m.

www.sc.edu/dining

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BARNES & NOBLE CAFÉ

showcase their talents at open mic nights in the café.

Whether you’re looking to start your day off with a boost or searching for a midday pick me up, these

f you’re looking for a caffeine blast before you

between the Welsh Humanities Building and

campus cafés are there with a cup of coffee that may

head to class in the morning, you’re in luck. You

Gambrell, also serves Starbucks coffee. Both

or may not have your name spelled correctly on it.

can easily get your fix at the Barnes & Noble Café.

locations offer a variety of hot and cold coffee and

Right inside the opening of the bookstore, it’s

the perfect place to grab a drink and sit for a few

tea, hot chocolate and seasonal specials.

Long night in Thomas Cooper? Stop by the

minutes before heading to your next class of the day.

Cooper’s Corner Café and buy a cup of Starbucks

Along with the usual row of pastries, the café offers

joe to perk up those sleepy eyes on the way to your

many quick snacks to grab for when you’re in a

8 a.m.

hurry.

A few times every semester in Russell House,

If your path to class doesn’t cut through the university union, the Colloquium Café, located

the cushy couches are pushed back and the tables are rearranged to give students enough room to variety of sandwiches, salads, soups and snacks in a

COLLOQUIUM

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hether you’re in the mood for a full meal or just looking to cure your coffee craving, the Colloquium Café will serve

up whatever you need.

Nestled between the Welsh Humanities Building and Gambrell Hall, this campus favorite offers a wide

quaint café setting.

Half of the restaurant is devoted to lunch entrees and specialties, while the other half serves as a bakery and coffee shop. Cakes, scones and cookies are only a few of the sweet treats Colloquium has to offer.

Students can dunk those scones in some Starbucks coffee and wash down sandwiches with a tall glass of cold lemonade or southern sweet tea.

Russell House 1400 Greene St. The Colloquium Located between the Humanities Building and Gambrell Hall Cooper’s Corner Located in Thomas Cooper Library The cushy booths on Colloquium’s first floor give students the chance to eat in comfort, and for a quieter spot they can head to the secluded seating area on the second floor. Students can also opt for a seat in Colloquium’s outdoor seating area, no matter the season or weather.

Stop in to Colloquium if you’re craving a delicious lunch. You won’t be disappointed.

www.sc.edu/dining

(803) 777-5599

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GLOBAL CAFE

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ne of Carolina Dining’s newest additions, Global Café, features authentic international cuisine made by seasoned chefs from

around the world. Located on the second floor of the Darla Moore School of Business, students can pick up a hearty meal on the go or settle in to a surrounding study table while they eat. A perfect spot for a group lunch or Starbucks pick-me-up, Global Café offers a variety of foreign fare that will keep you energized throughout the workday.

The visiting chef program at Global Cafe allows international chefs to share their culinary expertise with students, faculty and staff on a rotating basis, a program that directly aligns with the standard of international presence in the Moore School of Business. This innovation makes Global Cafe a beloved dining destination for all USC students and visitors.

The Global Cafe menu offers handmade pressed paninis, classic wraps and sandwiches, fresh fruit smoothies and cuisine from countries like Brazil, South Africa, Greece and beyond. Fill up your plate with flavorful sides like rice pilaf or seasoned vegetables and proteins like fish, chicken or another select meat from the carving station. Complete with a salad bar and pastry case, you’ll feel full and focused for your next class.

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line offers different menu options for breakfast, lunch

HONEYCOMB

CAFÉ

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ocated in the Honors Residence Hall, Honeycomb Café is one of the most convenient places to eat on campus, as it’s one of the few dining halls

within a dorm.

Honeycomb offers a variety of dining options including a hot line, grill, salad bar and deli. The hot

and dinner each day of the week.

One of the most popular days is Chicken Finger

and dressings.

Honeycomb is located next to The Buzz, an early morning pit stop for coffee fans at USC. The

Wednesday, which has become a phenomenon at

Buzz also offers Simply-To-Go salads, sandwiches

USC and can be found at several dining stops across

and other snacks for students that want to grab a

campus.

quick bite and go.

Honeycomb’s grill has a consistent menu of

If Russell House is too busy, but you’re still

burgers, grilled cheese and chicken sandwiches but

looking for your Chicken Finger Wednesday fix,

will occasionally serve up quesadillas, Philly cheese

head over to Honeycomb Café for shorter lines and

steaks and other special dishes.

a meal just as satisfying.

The deli in Honeycomb offers an assortment of meats and cheeses that can be served on bread, croissants or pressed into a panini. The salad bar is available daily, offering a wide variety of toppings Located in West Quad, Café Verde is known

www.sc.edu/dining

(803) 777-5715 The meal plan system allows for one after-

CAFÉ VERDE

around campus for its late hours that keep the eatery

midnight swipe if you miss one during the day, so for

open until 3 a.m. Sunday through Thursday.

those looking to fully max out their meal plan, Café

s the main late-night dining location on

create their own sandwiches.

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campus, students who plan to stay up to see the stars should become very familiar with

Café Verde.

Café Verde is divided into two sections, McGuire’s Deli and Slice of Life pizzeria.

McGuire’s Deli offers a variety of sandwiches, wraps and salads. Most of the options are traditional

Verde is a must.

Plus, the staff is usually upbeat and friendly despite the late hour, making whatever is keeping you up so late just a bit more bearable.

deli fare, but students can also make adjustments to Slice of Life, on the other hand, offers a variety of hot options and has become a campus favorite for the two-swipe pizza and their Chicken Parmesan.

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(803) 777-5006

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GIBBES COURT

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o matter what you’re in the mood to eat, Gibbes Court Bistro boasts several options for hungry students to chow down on. As

one of the new all-you-care-to-eat campus eateries,

B

BATES DINER

ates Diner is in the Bates House residence hall and is one of the few on-campus eateries that offer an all-you-can-eat buffet style meal, for just

one meal swipe.

Gibbes Court is sure to leave you satisfied.

The first floor of Capstone is home to this on-campus dining option, which features a deli, pizzeria, salad bar and grill, in addition to the standard hot line.

Tables and chairs fill Gibbes Court Bistro’s spacious seating area that stretches to the back of

with waffles and French toast. Students pack the dining room every weekend to load their plates with hash browns and bacon before packing people around the tables to share a meal.

Between the convenience of the location, cornucopia of choices and extensive social setting, a meal at Gibbes Court Bistro makes for a great time.

the building.

In addition to breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the week, Gibbes Court Bistro also offers brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings, complete

At each mealtime, there are entrée options, as well as a salad bar, grill and pizzeria.

During every meal, there is a grill master making food like omelets, burgers and grilled cheese fresh for students who line up and pack the dining room.

For breakfast, students can get cereal, toast, grits

www.sc.edu/dining

(803) 777-4895 down on some pasta, turkey or chicken.

Bates Diner also gives students as many healthy options as possible and labels each item to inform guests on the nutritional value of their meal.

For students’ convenience, there is also Bates Express, open Sunday through Thursday from 7 p.m.

and biscuits. Some students’ favorite entrees at Bates

to midnight to allow students to grab a quick meal or

are pancakes and French toast sticks.

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During the weekend, Bates Diner serves brunch until 2 p.m.

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CAFE STRUDEL

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nagging a feature in Southern Living Magazine is no small feat. Neither is serving up locally-sourced ingredients at low prices. Café Strudel, just across

the bridge in West Columbia, has accomplished both and, by the look of the line winding out the door each morning, USC students are into it.

Strudel’s Hangover Hashbrowns and endless selfserve coffee bar make for a true breakfast of champions, whether you have a case of the Sunday Scaries or not.

More than just a place to grab a delicious bite, Café Strudel is just a pleasant place to spend a morning.

Between the rotating masterpieces of local artists on the walls, the mismatched, comfy décor and the handwritten specials board, Strudel is undeniably the coziest place in West Columbia.

It’s evident that the creative minds behind the unique menu have fun with what they do. How many other restaurants can you think of that serve a “Manmosa?”

(That’s Blue Moon in a mimosa.)

You can watch your orange juice get freshly squeezed table side from a contraption that looks like it came out of Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium. The cinnamon pancakes are fluffy and giant. The Sunrise Burrito makes you want to hug a stranger. Oh, and the French toast? It’s made with Hawaiian pineapple bread. I know—we freaked when we found out, too.

Can’t seem to make it out of bed for breakfast? Enjoy sleeping in and head to Strudel for lunch or dinner.

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CALIFORNIA

DREAMING

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hanks to its generous portions and reasonably priced menu, California Dreaming has long been a favorite of USC students, parents and alumni.

Everyone needs a break from the Russell House

every once in a while, and luckily California Dreaming is conveniently located at 401 Main St., across from West Quad, just a short walk away from the heart of campus.

The restaurant is known for its beautiful interior, and has become a Columbia landmark located in the historic Union Station building.

California Dreaming is open for lunch and dinner with a huge menu, full of award-winning salads, fresh seafood and plenty of desserts.

Customers can relax on the seasonal patio when the weather is nice, and even enjoy live music on occasion, as they chow down on California Dreaming’s legendary buttered croissants and giant plates of the famous nachos.

Once your bed is lofted and your bags are unpacked, California Dreaming is one of the best places to go for a move-in day meal with your parents.

401 Main St. www.californiadreaming.rest

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CANTINA 76

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antina 76 is a locally owned taqueria and bar, known for its exceptional and unique tacos, that has earned its place at the table of Columbia

favorites. With locations on Devine and Main streets, Cantina is the perfect place for a quick bite regardless of where you are in town.

While Cantina 76 has a wide range of knock-yoursocks-off tacos, like the beloved Peruvian shrimp taco or the flavorful brisket taco, regulars also flip for the quesadilla with sweet mustard ancho barbecue sauce and the queso-covered chimichanga. Make sure to start your meal right, with the perfection that is Cantina guacamole and salty tortilla chips. Feel like going all out? Order the “Tres Hombres” appetizer, a sampler starter that includes queso, guac and salsa, or the “Dirty Queso” that combines the already-delicious queso dip with refried beans, roasted shredded chicken, red chili sauce, pico de gallo, sour cream and a Sriracha drizzle. We know—we’re drooling, too.

If you’re 21, you surely want details on happy hour deals. But why limit happiness to just one hour? Thankfully, Cantina 76 gives you three.

Executive Chef David Grillo is passionately dedicated to churning out menu items of the utmost quality, and strives to feature local ingredients as much as possible.

This commitment to excellence has paid off ten-fold, as the taqueria is often packed full with locals and out-of-towners alike.

Open seven days a week at both locations, make Cantina 76 your go-to spot for a quick and delicious meal with your friends. Or, if you’re more of a morning person, head to Cantina on Main for a brunch taco and mimosa.

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COOK-OUT

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t’s 2 a.m. on a Friday, you’re cold and tired and the only thing you can think about is food. Let’s be honest, you’re going to Cook-Out. If you happen to stumble in on a

Friday or Saturday night, Cook-Out’s doors are probably open, since the line often stretches onto the patio and into the night air.

Because, really, where else are you going to get a burger, hushpuppies, a quesadilla and a milkshake for dirt-cheap at that time of night? (Or any time of day, for that matter.)

If you’re going for a tray, it’s just $4.25 for an entrée, two sides, and a drink. Add $1 if you’re going for a Fancy Milkshake. And the combinations are seemingly endless.

Maybe you’re in the mood for a burger, perhaps even a Big Double Burger. Not feeling the beef? Go for a chicken sandwich—regular, Cajun, or spicy. Or chicken strips.

Or a foot-long hotdog. See? We told you the choices are endless.

Now, pick your sides. Don’t get overwhelmed.

We’ve all struggled choosing between hushpuppies and a corndog every now and then. Cook-Out is one of the few restaurants where you can justify ordering a burger and chicken nuggets – the nuggets are just the side dish, after all.

The Fancy Milkshake is where the real decisionmaking comes in. Cook-Out boasts scores of milkshake flavors, from classic vanilla to strawberry cheesecake and peach cobbler.

Oh, and nothing on the menu is over $5. That’s right, the most expensive item is the tray, which is actually made of several different Cook-Out delicacies. Can you really beat that?

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COOL BEANS

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ocated just across from the Historic Horseshoe, this campus favorite will quickly become one of your go-to stops for a pick-me-up any time of the day.

From all day study sessions to a quick cup with friends, Cool Beans will be there for you every step of the way.

Each beverage on the Cool Beans menu is handcrafted by expert baristas who take pride in serving the best brews in town. It’s impossible not to find comfort in a cappuccino while curled up on one of the cozy couches that fill the nooks in each room at Cool Beans.

In addition to an extensive coffee list, students can choose from an abundance of soups, salads, wraps and paninis. For those early risers, scrumptious breakfast options include granola cereal, bagels, yogurt and fruit cups and breakfast croissants.

Next time you need a fix for your caffeine craving or just a quiet place to tuck away and read a book, stop into Cool Beans.

1217 College St. coolbeanscoffeecompany.net

(803) 779-4277 /CoolBeansCoffeeCo @coolbeanssc

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VILLAGE IDIOT

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estled in the upstairs lodgings on Devine Street, Village Idiot has been a local favorite since it tossed its very first pizza in 1990.

As you climb up the stairs, you begin your ascent into heaven.

Famous hand-tossed, NY-style pizza flies through the air as you enjoy a full service experience, great meal and a pint. Pizza is served by the pie or by the slice with menu options ranging from a classic cheese to the Village Special topped with pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, onions and black olives.

Pair your pie with a pint of something refreshing on draft or an ice-cold soda. Each week is lined with amazing deals. Perhaps most popular among them is dollar beer night on Tuesdays and slices for a $1.50 Monday through Friday from 4- 7 p.m.

With two other locations around the city, savoring a slice of Village Idiot pizza is easier than ever before. So whether it’s a late night slice or a fill-up for dinner, Village Idiot will quickly become your go-to neighborhood pizza spot. And let’s be honest, finding that go-to pizza place is an important task when moving to a new city.

2009 Devine St. www.villageidiotpizza.com

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Sunday morning, you’ll be hard-pressed to find

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a table. Students looking to grab their favorite

without a side of the Formula

sandwich for a quick bite squeeze themselves into booths and tables, not bothering to look at the menu; Groucho’s doesn’t change the menu. The same 16 sandwiches are always available, and new ones don’t really come around. At Groucho’s, that consistency is a big part of what makes their sandwiches top notch.

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HIBACHI HOUSE

there on the counter, waiting for you in a Styrofoam box wrapped in a plastic bag.

For less than $10, hungry lunchgoers can find themselves forking

ust a block away

piles of steaming rice and

from the Horseshoe

hibachi carrots, zucchini

and right across

and mushrooms. Oh, and

the street from the

before that you’ll get a

Statehouse, Hibachi

salad to start.

House has made itself a students looking for a lot of food for a low price.

It’s close enough for lunch between classes not like eating at Russell House everyday. The

most elegant hibachi locations in Columbia— the plates are made

The portions are

prepared to their liking.

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JIMMY JOHN’S

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John’s locations are busiest during lunch and dinner hours, but the Jimmy John’s in Five

he chain has been around since the 1980s, but Jimmy John’s has only been in Columbia for the last

11 years.

But regardless of the time that’s

gone by, Jimmy John’s has always been known for its “freaky fast” delivery.

Sandwiches are made while

Points is busiest from midnight until 3 a.m., when students are craving those late-night eats.

Because everybody has those

nights when you just need a Turkey Tom with some Jimmy Chips, you know?

If you don’t know yet, you will soon.

the order is taken down and delivery drivers hit the road as soon as the food is ready. Eight-inch subs and Giant Club Sandwiches fly out the door in bags stuffed with chips, cookies and pickles during peak ordering times.

It’s that delivery service that

sets Jimmy John’s apart from other restaurants.

Jimmy John’s can be ordered

online, over the phone or in the store.

Several can be found around Columbia,

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MOE’S

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forget to complete your order with some queso to go with your unlimited chips. Then, wash it all down with one of over 100 drink choices in the Coca-Cola freestyle drink machine.

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The best part? You can get all of this

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Order your meal online, and

Every single time someone walks

Moe’s will have it ready and waiting

through the door, the staff behind the

for you at the register just minutes

counter lets out a warm “Welcome

later; you don’t even have to wait in

to Moe’s!” before turning back to the

line.

burrito bar to pack tortillas to the brim with all of the fresh toppings that will fit.

Although a craving for the southwest grill can hit at any time, the most cost-effective time to go is

Moe’s aims to bring high-quality

on Moe’s Monday, when a burrito,

ingredients to every guest every day,

chips and drink are available for a

with more than 20 fresh ingredients

discounted price.

prepared daily, including steak, chicken, pork, tofu, black or pinto beans, pico de gallo and guacamole.

But if you choose Moe’s on a Monday, be warned: the line gets pretty long pretty fast.

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SOUTHERN

BELLY

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s a student at the University of South Carolina, barbecue will quickly become a staple in your collegiate diet. Along with a

tall glass of sweet tea and a slew of southern sides, you will come to love this southern classic, if you don’t already.

Southern Belly won over the people of Columbia with its high-quality meat that is richly seasoned and slow roasted over natural wood charcoal. Make your own creation by choosing the sauce, cheese and toppings of your dreams—or trust the experts and choose from one of the in-house designs like the brown sugar rubbed “Southern Belly Dipper” or the “Avita”, which is topped with grilled pineapple.

Chips, coleslaw and a pickle accompany your meal, allowing your perfectly crafted sandwich to take the starring role in the show. But the freshly baked buns and unforgettable array of made-fromscratch sauces will take your hearty hand-held to the next level of delicious.

If you have commitment issues and cannot decide on a sauce, simply ask your waitress to bring you a sampler. They’ll bring out a small cup of each of the seven sauces with some potato chips for dipping, enabling you to enjoy a zero-regrets lunch.

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KAMINSKY’S

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s they say, “Life’s short, eat dessert first.”

Kaminsky’s allows just that, making sweet treats the star of the show. In the heart of the

930 Gervais St. www.kaminskys.com/columbia

(803) 550-9979

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When ordering dessert, expect a massive serving of Red Velvet or Mountain of Chocolate Cake, Tollhouse Cookie Pie, New York Cheesecake or a Fudge Brownie sundae. Drinks include specialty coffees, steamers, teas & ciders, dessert martinis, hot spirited specialties, adult and signature milkshakes and even cappuccino floats.

Connected to Pearlz Oyster Bar on the corner of Gervais and Park Street, Kaminsky’s is the go-to dessert spot when dining out in the Vista or after a long week of exams. There is truly nothing a hot cookie sundae cannot fix.

BBQ Grill/Picnic Area Laundry Facilities 24 Hour Emergency Mainte-

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TSUNAMI

T

sunami is a popular restaurant in Columbia that specializes in Japanese cuisine with the freshest ingredients.

Right in the Vista, just off of Gervais Street,

Tsunami serves unforgettable hibachi, tempura, pot stickers, tataki and more. Tsunami also offers several different types of sushi prepared by experienced sushi chefs in a unique atmosphere.

This Columbia-favorite is all about creating an authentic Japanese experience for its guests. Tsunami also prides itself on its sauces, which are prepared exclusively by the sushi chefs.

One of the most popular sushi choices at Tsunami is The Duffy, a tempura shrimp roll with cucumber, crab and tempura flakes, topped with shrimp, avocado, eel sauce, spicy mayonnaise and Japanese mayonnaise. Another well-loved roll is the Dynamite roll: spicy tuna, cream cheese, and avocado all rolled together and deep-fried.

In addition, Tsunami offers a wonderful variety of appetizers, soups, salads, desserts and beverages. To finish off the meal, order some fried vanilla ice cream or fried cheesecake off of Tsunami’s stellar dessert menu.

700 Gervais St. Suite A tsunamicompany.com

(803) 312-9911 /Columbiatsunami

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PAWLEYS

FRONT PORCH

C

olumbia’s best burger can be ordered at Pawleys Front Porch, right in the middle of Five Points.

USC Students aren’t the only ones who think

Pawleys is the best. Guy Fieri from “Diners, Drivein and Dives” personally praised the eatery for its fresh ingredients and homemade grub in 2010.

The restaurant’s popularity grew after this prime time appearance, when it was deemed a “must-try” restaurant in Columbia.

Other than burgers, Pawleys serves up a variety of southern comfort food, including fried green tomatoes and fresh seafood, for customers to enjoy while they sit on the porch and watch whatever game is on TV. Pawleys is best known for specialty burgers that feature several interesting combinations, like the “Kiawah,” which has portabella mushrooms, roasted peppers and Brie cheese.

All of the burgers are served with the signature steak knife through the middle to hold the half-pound tower together.

With plenty of support from the community, Pawleys has made an effort to give back to its loyal customers. Many events are held on the expansive front porch, like “Pooches on the Porch,” where you can get a free snack with the purchase of an entrée when you bring your dog.

Five Points isn’t the only place in Columbia where you can find Pawleys. Catch one of the best food trucks in Columbia, Pawleys Mobile Eats, for a memorable burger on the go.

827 Harden St. www.pawleysfrontporch.com

(803) 771-8001 /PawleysFrontPorch @Pawleys5pts @Pawleysfrontporch5pts

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YOGHUT

W

ith its shop near the heart of campus, Yoghut is one of the most popular student hangouts in Columbia. But it’s not just

the fact that it’s within walking distance that brings students back to Yoghut weekend after weekend.

Yoghut’s high quality frozen yogurt comes in a variety of flavors, ranging from cake batter to pistachio. They also offer smoothies, parfaits, coffee and their most recent addition, acai bowls. In addition to the wide variety of frozen yogurt flavors and toppings, Yoghut also offers plenty of gluten and fatfree options for dessert.

Their do-it-yourself toppings bar lets customers pile everything from banana slices and chopped walnuts, to fruity pebbles and caramel onto mountains of yogurt.

It’s open until 11 p.m. on most nights and sits on the corner of Main and Blossom streets next to the Honors Residence Hall, so it’s rare to go into Yoghut and not see USC students.

And, because so many of the customers are students, Yoghut has paired up with many student organizations to host philanthropy events, fundraisers and percent nights, where a percentage of the night’s profits are donated.

In recent years, frozen yogurt has become a staple in the college student’s diet, and Yoghut is a USC must for the atmosphere and quality yogurt.

601 Main St. www.yoghut.com

(803) 386-9766 /yoghut @yoghut @yoghut

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WHAT TO KNOW

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C R E AT I V E .

CAREER. EXPERIENCE. JOIN YOUR STUDENT MEDIA

APPLY ONLINE!

www.sa.sc.edu/studentmedia

wusc.sc.edu

dailygamecock.com

sgtv.sc.edu

gandbmagazine.com

@WUSC

@THEGAMECOCK

@SGTVATUSC

@GARNETANDBLACK

Student Radio

Student News

Student Television

Student Magazine

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CAROLINA

CARD

A

s your proverbial key to campus, your CarolinaCard will quickly become one of the most important items in your wallet.

CarolinaCards are records of identity, as they contain the key to students’ meal plans, can be loaded with Carolina Cash and allow students to enter and exit residence halls and parking garages.

CarolinaCards do not function just as a university ID, but as a pseudo-debit card for services directly related to your collegiate experience. Carolina Cash is used to pay for laundry, meal costs beyond your meal plan, drinks and snacks from vending machines and even to pay the bill at 50 off-campus locations that accept the student currency.

To add Carolina Cash to a CarolinaCard, click on the CarolinaCard tab on my.sc.edu, visit the CarolinaCard office in Russell House or use one of the Automatic Deposit Machines located around campus.

It’s as simple as that.

System statistics estimate that students spend roughly $1,100 in Carolina Cash in a semester, $750 of which comes from textbook purchases.

Replace lost or damaged cards for a fee of $35 at the CarolinaCard office. However, if your card is lost, you should first deactivate it at my.sc.edu. More information can be found online.

Russell House Basement www.carolinacard.sc.edu

(803) 777-1708 carolinacard@sc.edu

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CAROLINA

ALERT

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n the event of an emergency on or near USC’s campus, student and parents registered for Carolina Alert will receive a notification of the situation via

text and email.

Two circumstances call for a Carolina Alert notification: if a situation poses an immediate risk to life or safety of students, or if students needed to seek shelter or evacuate. In either event, university officials will notify students by AlertFM, text message and emergency TV banner.

Outdoor warning sirens are placed throughout campus and sound in the event of an emergency.

These sirens can be heard all over campus and are tested every Friday at around 12:10 p.m. with Cocky’s crow noise. Emergency information can also be found on blackboard.sc.edu, WUSC 90.5 FM or the emergency information line 803-777-5700.

In the event of a non-life threatening situation, such as a crime alert, a notification will be posted on the Carolina Alert website and shared via social media. The Carolina Alert website is also a good place to get information on emergencies or crises, as it is updated when USC wants to inform students about protecting themselves or give details on a situation that has already been handled.

www.sc.edu/carolinaalert

/CarolinaAlert @carolinaalert

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CAROLINIAN

CREED As a Carolinian…

ALMA MATER We hail thee, Carolina, and sing thy high praise With loyal devotion, remembering the days

I will practice personal and

When proudly we sought thee, thy children to be:

academic integrity;

Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee!

I will respect the dignity of all

Since pilgrims of learning, we entered thy walls

persons;

And found dearest comrades in thy classic halls We’ve honored and loved thee as sons faithfully;

I will respect the rights and property

Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee!

of others; Generations of sons have rejoiced to proclaim I will discourage bigotry, while

Thy watchword of service, thy beauty and fame;

striving to learn from differences in

For ages to come shall their rallying cry be:

people, ideas, and opinions;

Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee!

I will demonstrate concern for

Fair shrine of high honor and truth, though salt still

others, their feelings, and their need

Blaze forth as a beacon, thy mission fulfill,

for conditions which support their

And crowned by all hearts in a new jubilee”

work and development.

Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee!

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STUDY ABROAD

S

ome students may never leave Columbia while they’re at USC. Others may venture to Charleston or Savannah for a day or two to get

a break from campus. But if you’re looking to journey farther away for more than just the weekend, the Study Abroad Office at USC is available to help you pick a travel destination and get you there.

Students can choose from countries all over the world, from Australia to China to Germany. Study Abroad faculty and advisers can help to determine the right country, program and school for interested students.

USC has exchange programs with partner schools in more than 20 countries, some of which have specific study focuses while others are open to all majors. Students participating in exchanges will pay in-state tuition to USC, though housing and meal accommodations depend on the program.

The Study Abroad Office works with students before they leave to give them tips about receiving academic credit, airfare and insurance. Help with scholarships and financial aid is also available, and pointers about paying for studying abroad can be found at studyabroad.sc.edu.

More information about studying abroad can be found at the Study Abroad Office on the 4th floor of the Close-Hipp building.

1705 College St. Close-Hipp 453 www.studyabroad.sc.edu

(803) 777-7557 studyabroad@sc.edu Photo courtesy of Rebecca Maurer

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STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

S

tudent health is of highest priority at USC, and students are provided with several services covered by student health fees to ensure they

stay healthy throughout the year.

Whether it’s a preventative screening, a prescription refill or a flu shot, students can turn to the Thomson Student Health Center. Walk-ins are welcome at the health center, but students also have the option of making appointments online through

MyHealthSpace or over the phone.

The Counseling & Human Development Center (CHDC) gives students the opportunity to talk confidentially with trained counselors about everything from stress and relationship difficulties, to eating, substance abuse and sexuality concerns.

The CHDC is housed on the 5th floor of the Close-

and Education (SAPE) provides various services to promote healthy, low-risk behaviors and responsible decision-making in terms of alcohol use and other drugs. Recently, they’ve implemented AlcoholEdu, an online prevention program that all incoming students are required to complete before coming to campus.

Construction for a new state-of-the-art, LEED-

Hipp building, while the psychiatry office can be

certified health center began in 2015 and should

found on the 3rd floor of the Thomson Student Health

be complete by the time you read this. The new

Center. Those interested in scheduling a psychiatry or

building features design elements that include all the

counseling appointment (or both) should call 803-

dimensions of wellness and will support the Patient

777-5223 to schedule an appointment.

Centered Medical Home model.

Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention & Prevention (SAVIP) is available on campus for survivors of sexual assault, attempted sexual assault, relationship difficulties, dating issues, domestic issues and any forms of interpersonal violence. Trained counselors are available with the 24-hour on-call service.

The Office of Substance Abuse Prevention

1409 Devine St. www.sa.sc.edu/shs

(803) 777-3175 /UofSCshs @UofSCshs

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ACADEMIC

SUPPORT

where students can go over their resumes with

Success Center provides a number of resources to

on-call counselors, as well as shadow professionals

students for college career success, including peer-

who work in their career field of interest.

to-peer, writing consultations, exam preparation and

Academic Support is also home to University 101 Program. The program, which has been a part of the USC experience for more than 40 years, serves as a model for first-year seminars across the country.

A

Scholarships educate and assist students and

regarding tutoring, scholarships, jobs and career

find scholarships, grants, loans and employment

cademic Support at USC encompasses several offices all students will use at one time or another in their collegiate careers.

Guidance is plentiful for students as information planning is ready and waiting in any of the numerous offices that make up the Academic Support division.

The Career Center makes up part of the division,

WRITING CENTER

T

he Writing Center offers students assistance with the writing process through engaging conversations about assignments with trained

tutors. The Writing Center is committed to helping students at USC develop and improve their writing abilities and provide resources to the academic

The Office of Student Financial Aid and families about paying for college and how to fund an education. Financial aid specialists can help

note-taking sessions. The Student Success Center is located in the Thomas Cooper Library and operates Monday through Friday.

Academic Support is centrally located in Osborne Administration building, but specific office locations can be found across campus and online.

Career Center Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5 www.sa.sc.edu/career

opportunities that individually tailor to a student’s

(803) 777-7280

needs.

saas@mailbox.sc.edu

The University of South Carolina’s Student

community.

Located in the James F. Byrnes Building across from the Horseshoe, Writing Center tutors are

/UofSCCareers arguments, identifying and correcting mistakes and revising.

The Writing Center serves to answer questions

available for 25-minute or 50-minute individual

students may have about writing for any subject;

sessions by appointment. Students can schedule up

however, it is not an editing service. Tutors work to

to two appointments each week, depending on tutor

provide the tools students need to edit themselves. If

availability.

students can’t find the time for a one-on-one session,

Students are asked to bring any relevant notes and assignments to each tutoring session. These sessions are unique to each writer, depending on the assignment. However, tutors will typically help with a few specific stages of the writing process. These stages include brainstorming ideas, formulating theses, organizing and developing ideas, structuring

tutors will talk through any grammar, style, mechanics and citation issues on the Writer’s Hotline at 803777-2078.

703 Byrnes Building www.artsandsciences.sc.edu/write

(803) 777-2078

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MULTICULTURAL

AFFAIRS

T

he Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, a division of Student Affairs and Academic Support, is USC’s center for diversity education

and resources.

OMSA coordinates a number of programs and organizations designed to make minority students feel at home on campus. Students can find organizations that specifically emphasize African-American, LGBTQ and Latin American issues under the guidance of OMSA. The Multicultural Assistance Peer Program is designed to help first-year multicultural students in their transition to the university. Students in the program are paired with a mentor to learn from about upperclassmen student experiences and academic success.

The first student organization dedicated solely to Latinos, Students Associated for Latin America meet weekly to “maximize their chances at self-improvement and enhance their abilities during their affiliation here at USC.” EMPOWER is a freely open program that encourages interested students to become educated about diversity and social justice issues. EMPOWER deals with a large variety of issues, including civil rights, poverty, LGBTQ issues, feminism and HIV prevention.

LGBTQ Peer Advocates are trained to promote awareness about gender identity, sexual orientation and gender expression.

Russell House, Suite 115 www.sa.sc.edu/omsa

(803) 777-7716 saomsa@mailbox.sc.edu /omsaatuofsc @OMSAatUofSC

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RIVALRY

n South Carolina, orange and garnet just don’t mix.

The rivalry between USC and Clemson is legendary on both campuses, across the Palmetto State and

even leaks into the national spotlight.

While the two schools’ distaste for each other

runs deep throughout the year, the rivalry reaches

Clemson on the football field. Alternating between

one sport. The Gamecocks and Tigers renew their

Stadium every season, the schools settle their feud

rivalry each year on the baseball diamond as well.

each year on the gridiron in what is— for many

The Gamecocks and Tigers meet in almost every

fans—the biggest game of the year, despite the

varsity sport offered at the two schools, and whether

teams’ records.

it’s on the basketball court, the soccer field or the golf

There is a week of festivities leading up to the game each year, including the annual Carolina vs.

F

ootball season is approaching and you’re probably worried about the mad-dash to claim your ticket to the first game. The student ticketing

system at USC is unique, as USC is one of only two schools in the Southeastern Conference that offers free football tickets to students based on a reward point system.

Here’s how it works: every freshman student starts off with three reward points and can gain more by attending any athletic event throughout the year, like basketball, baseball and soccer games. The more

course, the soccer field or the golf course, no victory is sweeter than a win over Clemson.

Clemson blood drive and the Tigerburn ceremony, where a giant Tiger effigy built by the engineering students is burned at the Greene Street Fields.

a high point each year when USC faces off against

TICKETS

South Carolina’s dominance isn’t reserved for

Williams-Brice Stadium and Clemson’s Memorial

www.gamecocksonline.com Anywhere the Gamecocks and Tigers meet

events a student attends, the more points they will

available during the On Demand period and they

accumulate. SEC games are worth one point and non-

can be claimed up to four hours before game time.

conference games are worth two. By downloading the Gamecock Rewards app, students can easily find all point opportunities throughout the year.

Students have two days to request tickets during the week of each home football game. Beginning at

If a student decides not to use their ticket, they must cancel it before the start of the game to prevent the loss of ticket privileges. A ticket may be canceled through the Student Account Manager. Instructions can be found on the student ticketing site.

9 a.m. on the first day until 4 p.m. on the following day. The top Gamecock Reward point holders will be awarded lower deck tickets in the student section.

Those who did not meet the point cut off may receive an upper deck ticket, if available. An email will be sent out notifying students of their ticket information.

Students must claim their ticket before 4 p.m.

Russell House Suite 115F www.sa.sc.edu/studenttickets

sastutix@mailbox.sc.edu

(803) 777-6102

on Thursday or they will lose the ticket. Beginning

/uscstudenttix

Thursday at 4:30 p.m., all unclaimed tickets will be

@USCstudentTIX

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