At its weekly meeting on Wednesday, USC's student senate passed over ten pieces of legislation, including a resolution to honor the memory of Nathaniel "Nate" Baker and a recommendation to improve the course planning software in Self Service Carolina.
A USC student has died after a collision with a truck on Assembly and Blossom streets. Police have charged the driver of the truck.
A South Carolina House Committee passed a bill onto the House floor that targets DEI, fighting for the push of merit-based qualification. Student organizations at USC are discussing what potential impact this bill could have on campus organizations and programs.
USC's Student Government is advocating for mental health to get added as a valid reason for excused absences in the university's academic bulletin.
Three computer science students created a website that creates flashcards from a user's notes using artificial intelligence. Students can upload their personal notes, PDFs, PowerPoints and more to have flashcards generated for them to study with.
The way education is structured has been affected by more classes to remote learning, which directly influences academic performance, instructional methods and student participation.
Though he had little experience with computer software, USC alumnus and former finance student Andrew Nye created an AI software that aims to reduce billing paperwork for skilled nursing facilities. Qatalyst Health launched in Nov. 2023 and is on track to work with over 100 skilled nursing facilities by the end of 2025.
Recent attempts to limit the disbursement of federal funding could have effects on USC.
USC will implement mobile CarolinaCards for students, faculty and staff in 2026. After a pilot program in the spring of 2026, the cards will be made available to everyone. The mobile cards are not mandatory, but will provide access to everything the physical cards provide.
USC's newly elected Student Government members took their oaths of office during inauguration in Rutledge Chapel on Thursday, officially swearing them into their respective roles.
The 116th USC student senate held its final session on Wednesday, during which senators passed legislation to increase restroom accessibility in the Jones Physical Science Center and formally recognized Student Government executive leaders for their service and contributions during their time in office.
USC's board of trustees discussed finances and made multiple approvals in its meeting on March 17. Student Body President Patton Byars was recognized for his time on the board, and USC President Michael Amiridis gave a president's report.
USC and global energy company Siemens have completed energy efficiency renovations on five campus buildings, estimated to save the university $8.4 million over 15 years. Some students were unaware of energy efficiency improvements made to campus buildings, but they are expected to improve the comfort and functionality of the buildings, USC's Associate Vice President for Facilities Services Jason Lambert said.
USC's Student Government legislative action network is looking to improve resources for students facing food insecurity by increasing awareness of SNAP benefits and recommending new initiatives. The Gamecock CommUNITY shop is also working to spread awareness and provide students with resources to meet basic needs.
The USC student senate passed six pieces of legislation, including recommendations to enhance transportation access for nursing students and to improve pedestrian safety on Barnwell Street.
Courtney Tkacs will become the student body president with Jordan Richardson as her vice president. The results were postponed for a week after fraud allegations were brought to the Constitutional Council.
Protests at the South Carolina Statehouse are part of the 50501 Movement. Many attendees cited new anti-abortion legislature as a motivation for protesting.
