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Student Body President-elect Emily “Emmie” Thompson answers a question at the Student Government debate on Feb. 15, 2023. She promoted her campaign by advertising “tangible” goals and promises.

New student body president, 2023 executive candidates share campaign finances, response to campaign spending cap injunction

By Eva Flowe | March 16, 2023

Candidates for USC Student Government office say that the removal of spending limits for the election season did not really impact their spending, and that they generally agree with having campaign finance reforms. Multiple candidates, including Student Body President-Elect Emmie Thompson, said that the limits were rushed and include some loopholes.

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INFOGRAPHIC: South Carolina on my mind

By Gillian Thomas | March 14, 2023

The Carolina Philosophy Club engages in a discussion about social norms on Feb. 21, 2023. The club is open to all USC students and meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in Petigru 213.

Carolina Philosophy Club creates 'a culture of acceptance' at USC

By McKayla Walcott | March 14, 2023

A photo illustration of a student opening the popular social media app, TikTok, in her dorm on Feb. 5, 2023. USC announced that it's networks would no longer support TikTok earlier in August.

South Carolina TikTok bill to not restrict student's access to app

By Win Hammond and Rachel Hughes | March 13, 2023

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A photo illustration of a pair of Oculus headsets on Feb. 28, 2023. The Virtual Reality Mindfulness drop-in sessions take place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon to 1:30 p.m in room 215 of the Center for Health and Well-Being.

Virtual Reality Mindfulness sessions connect evolving technology, mental health

By Leah Wood | March 12, 2023

The Center for Health and Well-Being hosts free, weekly Virtual Reality Mindfulness sessions that allow attendees to experience virtual reality while working on their mental health.

President Amiridis and the faculty senate met at the Booker T. Washington Auditorium on March 1, 2023 to address and vote on issues regarding curriculum changes, mental health initiatives and freedom of expression on campus. The senate unanimously voted on changes to credit requirements for College of Information and Communications students. Changes to the faculty manual's section on academic freedom were proposed, especially in regards to protecting LGBTQIA+ students from discrimination at Student Health Services and pharmacies.

Faculty senate passes changes to CIC majors, debates freedom of expression

By Win Hammond | March 2, 2023

Faculty senate approved changes to the CIC students' business and English requirements, which could change up to 18 hours of students' courses. The body also postponed a vote on a bill that would defend freedom of inquiry for faculty, staff and students regardless of personal belief.

INFOGRAPHIC: The process of applying for disability accommodations

By Callie Hribar | Feb. 27, 2023

Many students struggle to get through college while dealing with mental health issues that may hinder their academic performance or quality of life. By applying for disability accommodations through the Student Disability Resource Office, USC students can receive the resources and assistance they need to succeed. Here’s a guide for the process of applying for accommodations.

Student workers conduct business at the Gamecock Recovery office in the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center on Jan. 31, 2023. The office is open to students struggling with drug abuse or addiction and takes appointments in-person or virtually.

Coping with addiction: USC programs look to encourage taking first step in recovery

By Gracie Wilkerson | Feb. 27, 2023

According to Gamecock Recovery campus surveys, about 4% to 5% of USC students report being in recovery from substance abuse. According to the director of Substance Abuse Prevention and Education, many college students use addiction as a way to cope with other stressors in life.

Katie, a 9-year-old Australian shepherd, sits outside of the South Carolina State Library, ready to go for a stroll around town on Feb. 10, 2023. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, Katie could be found frequently boosting childrens’ spirits at Prisma Health Baptist Hospital.

Meet the therapy dogs on campus that help with stress, anxiety

By Elena Keller | Feb. 27, 2023

Therapy dogs George, Louie, Wally, Sunny and Katie help students struggling with anxiety by providing companionship and comfort on campus.

USC students are effectively dealing with mental health issues, said the university could do more

By Sophie Trusko and Tyler Mazzella | Feb. 27, 2023

The Daily Gamecock spoke with 40 different students to see where they currently stand with their mental health. While USC students have developed strategies to manage their mental health, they said the university could do more to support and aid them.

USC STEM students report mixed feelings on being supported by professors

By Emmy Ribero and Caitlin Dee | Feb. 27, 2023

The Daily Gamecock spoke with 40 STEM students to see whether or not they feel supported by professors in regards to mental health. These students reported that while the curriculum is rigorous, it depends on the professor for how much support they receive.

USC Student Health Services offers range of mental health options, acknowledges its limitations

By Max White | Feb. 26, 2023

USC's Student Health Services offers a multitude of mental health services, including individual in-person or online counseling, group therapy, psychiatric services and a 24/7 crisis hotline. However, it is continuing to figure out ways to provide more services to students.

The Osborne Administration Building at the University of South Carolina on Feb. 4, 2023. The building is home to the offices of the top university officials that oversee the different schools and colleges.

Vice president of student affairs aims to consolidate USC mental health services

By Emmy Ribero | Feb. 26, 2023

Vice President of Student Affairs Rex Tolliver intends to improve USC's mental health services by looking into a more holistic strategy inspired by UNC Charlotte.

Panelists Justin Harty, Yolanda Burwell and Monique Bingham speak with diversity fellow and moderator Parthenia Luke during a virtual panel on Feb. 24, 2023. The experts discussed the importance of education and diversity in social work and their hopes for the future of the white-dominated field.

USC College of Social Work panel pushes for more Black representation, need for change

By Kenna Hughes | Feb. 24, 2023

The College of Social Work at USC held a virtual panel that encouraged and informed its audience to remember the Black pioneers in the profession. In addition, they were determined to shed light on the hardships that people of color have faced all throughout history in social work.

FILE—Chairman Thad Westbrook talks to the board of trustees during a meeting on Aug. 19, 2022. During its meeting on Feb. 24, 2023, the board welcomed two new members, Henry Jolly and Reid Sherard.

Board of trustees votes to expand current, new degree programs during 2 members' 1st meeting

By Win Hammond | Feb. 24, 2023

Henry Jolly and Reid Sherard attended their first board of trustees as elected members on Friday and helped approve new programs in a variety of subjects such as cyber intelligence and nursing.

Third-year public relations student Emmie Thompson and second-year finance and marketing student Abrianna Reaves pose together as the University of South Carolina’s new student body president and vice president on Feb. 22, 2023. Thompson and Reaves campaigned together as running mates for the election.

Emmie Thompson announced as new student body president

By Eva Flowe and Kate Robins | Feb. 22, 2023

Emmie Thompson and Abrianna Reaves are the next student body president and vice president. Hannah Augsbach Lamma is the next treasurer, and Cameron Eubanks is the next speaker of the student senate.

Adam Englert, a student trainer and instructor with the Health Occupation Providing Excellence in Workforce Wellness and Resiliency project through the College of Social Work, demonstrates "Skill Dive Reflex " in the C.A.L.M. Oasis room on the second floor of Russell House. This is a technique where a person in emotional destress douses their head into icy water to help them calm down and get into a functional state of mind. HOPE-WWR offers training sessions for medical students, practitioners and organizational leadership to deal with burnout and stress.

USC helps combat health care worker burnout with mental health trainings

By Madison Rousculp | Feb. 22, 2023

To fight burnout among healthcare professionals, professor Melissa Reitmeier established the Health Occupation Providing Excellence in Workforce Wellness and Resiliency project.

Alpha Kappa Psi, in collaboration with the Black Business Association and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the Darla Moore School of Business, hosted the "Being Black in the Workspace" event in the Russell House Ballroom on Feb. 20, 2023. Panelists from the organizations spoke on the challenges and biases that minorities face in the workplace, and the importance of incorporating diversity.

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'Being Black in the Workspace' event opens the discussion of diversity in the work environment

By Lauren Larsen | Feb. 21, 2023

The "Being Black in the Workspace" event was held in the Russell House Ballroom on Monday night. Panelists discussed the challenges of being a minority throughout their careers and the importance of diversity.

Good Morning America visited the University of South Carolina’s Russell House patio on Feb. 21, 2023, for a live broadcast of the “Be the Match” event. The experience promoted the National Marrow Donor Program, offering student recipients an opportunity to swab themselves to see if their DNA is a compatible blood type with someone in need.

Good Morning America visits campus for 'Be the Match' bone marrow donor event

By Caitlin Dee and Lauren Larsen | Feb. 21, 2023

Good Morning America visited USC to highlight Be the Match and their bone marrow donor event.

South Carolina NORML held a protest for reforming the state's cannabis laws on Feb. 17, 2023. The protest was held outside of the South Carolina Statehouse. where parodies of famous songs and calls of "free marijuana information" could be heard.

Free marijuana — information: Advocates gather on Statehouse steps to educate about cannabis

By Win Hammond | Feb. 17, 2023

Regular people advertised free marijuana — information. There is still a fight in South Carolina for legal recreational marijuana, though some of the demonstrators believe they are fighting more than a stigma.