South Carolina's House of Representatives passed a bill that would ban gender-affirming care for minors, causing outrage from groups across the state. Opposers of the bill, dubbed "Help Not Harm" said negatively impact mental health and could force more public outings. Advocates of the bill argue that it would help protect children.
The student senate passed one piece of legislation, failed to pass another and confirmed two new senators at its latest meeting on Wednesday. The bill that failed to pass aimed to address confusion with regard to the removal of senators in violation of the absence policy.
Despite fears that robots will replace workers, USC's McNAIR Center aims to give students experience with robots meant to work alongside humans.
USC administration presented plans for a new student union as well as several other major campus renovations to the board of trustees both Friday and Saturday. The timeline for some of the projects are unclear, but if plans for Russell House are approved, construction would begin by summer 2025. The project is expected to cost $240 million.
Faculty members within the College of Arts and Sciences are integrating AI concepts into their courses with support from the McCausland Innovation Fund. Some fund recipients said it is important for students to understand AI because of its prominent role in society and ability to cross disciplinary boundaries.
Students enrolled at the USC Columbia campus are permitted to vote for executive powers in special and general Student Government elections. From the student body president to student senators, gain insight into their diverse duties and learn how they run for office.
The student senate passed two new pieces of legislation and confirmed four new cabinet members at its latest meeting on Wednesday. The pieces of legislation aim to permit the senate finance committee to allocate funds to student organizations and to hold committees accountable to nominees.
Thousands converge on Statehouse grounds for this year's King Day at the Dome. Notable speakers included Vice President Kamala Harris and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
The student senate introduced one new piece of legislation and discussed what members wish to accomplish before this year's election at its most recent meeting. The piece of legislation introduced will aim to hold senate committees accountable to nominees.
The University of South Carolina's board of trustees approved plans in December for a $300 million medical school, which will look to collaborate more between education and research. The new building, located in the BullStreet district, is the first step in what the university hopes is the development of a larger health science campus.
USC students and Columbia community members held a pro-Israel rally on Greene Street on Dec. 7. Though it was interrupted by counter-protesters, the organizers said the event was a success with about 200 people in attendance.
USC's student senate held its final meeting of the 2023 academic year. The senate passed four pieces of legislation — including two bills addressing the low remaining student activity funds — and confirmed two new senators.
Male faculty have higher average salaries than female faculty at every academic rank at USC. One professor said that the discrepancy is due to systemic bias rather than intentional discrimination.
Student Government is set to run out of funds for student organizations in December. The student senate has proposed a bill to change the financial codes as well as established an ad hoc committee to research and propose financial code reform.
The Delta Chi fraternity is coming to USC's Greek Life community in the spring of 2024. The new chapter makes it the 28th fraternity at USC.
A bathroom fire in Russell House caused students and staff to evacuate from the premises.
The University of South Carolina has welcomed Rachel Brasell as its first basic needs coordinator to address housing, food and financial security concerns for students. Brasell's role involves consolidating student support resources and providing free access to necessities.
