The University of South Carolina and its student population heavily impacts the economy in the State of South Carolina. From consumer shopping to housing, student's roles in the state's economy is imperative to its growth.
USC's board of trustees met to discuss issues pertaining to the university system and to approve a resolution on compliance with non-discrimination. Multiple faculty members gave updates on programs and initiatives the university has taken.
Advocates for the University of South Carolina gathered at the Statehouse to express how the university benefits the state on Carolina Day. Students advocated for student issues to their hometown representatives, and resolutions were read to lawmakers.
The board of trustees approved the first phase of a STEM Innovation and Research Center. The Innovation Center will house three floors of research space and two for an innovation space. The building is part of the USC Next Masterplan and will be located on the corner of Greene and Main Streets.
The Daily Gamecock, The Minaret and The Paladin collaborated on a story about the experiences of each school's students during 2024's busy hurricane season. We spoke with students about their ordeals and faculty experts about why the storms were so damaging.
Matthew Snyder, a graduate student at USC, lost power for two weeks due to Hurricane Helene. Without power, adequate water or means to prepare food, Snyder was forced to find alternatives. He continues to face issues at his residence even after power was restored.
Experts say that the worst effects of Hurricanes Helene and Milton were exacerbated by climate change. Hurricanes may continue to strengthen over time, while the per-season quantity decreases. These storms are only one of many phenomena affected by climate change.
Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought devastating destruction to the Southeast during the 2024 hurricane season. Months later, students are still dealing with the aftermath of the hurricanes as they struggle to navigate the damage with other responsibilities. The Daily Gamecock collaborated with The Paladin and The Minaret to speak with students and climate experts across the Southeast region about the impacts the 2024 hurricane season and what it means for future tropical storms and hurricanes.
Hurricane Helene brought devastating effects to South Carolina. Torrential rain and high winds resulted in fallen trees, flooding and swidespread power outages. Many are still experiencing the effects and may continue to in the coming days.
A new student apartment complex, Gateway 737, has opened leasing for the fall of 2025. The complex is the latest project of USC's Development Foundation and will be managed by Holder Properties. Residents will move in starting in August of 2025.
University of South Carolina President Michael Amiridis waves to the South Carolina Senate at the Statehouse on Feb. 11, 2025. Amiridis, USC students and faculty visited the Statehouse as part of the annual Carolina Day.
The outside of the Olympia Mills parking lot with water on Sept. 30, 2024. The Congaree River began to rise after Hurricane Helene, causing flooding in the parking lot.