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MIS presents Women in Music Industry Conference
The Women in Music Conference brings together artists, educators, and industry leaders for two days of performances, workshops, and professional development. The conference features engaging panels and networking sessions designed to help students navigate and develop sustainable careers in the music industry. Participants will hear from industry professionals in Tour and Artist Management, Performance, Marketing, Talent Booking, Concert Promotion, Venue Management and more.
Friday attendees should meet in the USC School of Music Recital Hall (Room 206); Saturday attendees should meet in the Greene Street Church (corner of Greene and Assembly Streets.
The event is free, but registration is required. Click to register.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Greene Street UMC A101.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Sunday, March 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Sunday, March 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This Spring, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 7.
Money Madness with CCPL
Join the Changing Carolina Peer Leaders for fun March Madness themed games to learn about financial well-being!
Monday, March 30, 2026, 10:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
RHUU Russell House Patio Space 02, RHUU Russell House Patio Space 03.
Universally Designed Assessments
Monday, March 30, 2026, 10:50 AM - 11:40 AM,
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a proactive approach to making course materials more accessible, but its principles can also enhance how students express their understanding of course content. In this workshop, we will explore strategies for engaging with students who may approach assessments in unexpected ways and how to design more inclusive assessments that allow for diverse demonstrations of learning. We will also focus on designing assessments efficiently, prioritizing student agency while minimizing instructor burnout.
Learning Outcomes,
Design assessments differentiated for learners' success.
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Develop materials that prioritize learners' agency and choice.
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This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 10:50 AM – 11:40 AM.
See event description for more details.
Countdown to Commencement Fair
The final weeks of college are here—let’s make them unforgettable! Join us at the Countdown to Commencement Fair, a one-stop celebration for graduating seniors and graduate students. Chat with key campus offices, try on a cap and gown and learn how to order your cap and gown, talk with the Career Center, get connected to the alumni association and so much more! We'll have a senior checklist, music, giveaways, and all the essentials to get you ready for the big day! Whether you're crossing off a bucket list or grabbing that last photo op, this is your chance to celebrate, prepare, and count down in style. Let the countdown begin!
This is open to all USC students but anyone graduating in May 2026 OR December 2026 are highly encouraged to attend.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
RHUU Greene Street, Greene Street Middle, RHUU Greene Street - Stage.
ORCID Office Hours
Graduate students and faculty are invited to drop in for ORCID Office Hours! Librarians will be available to help you create or update your ORCID iD, add publications and other scholarly works, and ensure your research is accurately represented. Stop by for personalized, hands-on support and leave with a stronger scholarly profile.
The drop-in will be held inside the entrance of Thomas Cooper Library.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Designing Accessible PowerPoint Presentations
Monday, March 30, 2026, 1:10 PM - 1:40 PM,
PowerPoint presentations can powerfully support student learning when designed accessibly. This session explores key accessibility practices such as reading order, alternative text, and slide structure to ensure every student can engage with your visual content.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 1:10 PM – 1:40 PM.
See event description for more details.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Healthy Carolina Farmers Market
Shop for fresh, locally-grown produce & a variety of South Carolina made products, right on the University of South Carolina campus. Visit the Healthy Carolina Farmers Market on Greene Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.— rain or shine.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Greene Street Middle, RHUU Greene Street - Stage.
Healthy Carolina Farmers Market
Shop for fresh, locally-grown produce & a variety of South Carolina made products, right on the University of South Carolina campus. Visit the Healthy Carolina Farmers Market on Greene Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.— rain or shine.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Greene Street Middle, RHUU Greene Street - Stage.
VERVE Tabling with Garnet Media Group
At VERVE, things are done differently.
Forget everything you think you know about student housing with our modern studio, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 bedroom floor plans. We'll be on campus Tuesday, February 24th next to the Russell House,
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Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 6.
Meet the Carolina Experience Peer Leaders
The Carolina Experience Peer Leaders are here to help support students after their freshman year. Stop by and meet some of them, learn about the office, and make a button!
Visit www.sc.edu/carolinaexperience for more information.
Admission Cost: free.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 02.
Entering Mentoring: Fostering Independence
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 2:50 PM - 4:05 PM,
An important goal of any mentoring relationship is helping the mentee become independent; yet, defining what an independent mentee knows and can do is often not articulated by the mentor or the mentee. Defining what independence looks like and developing the skills to foster that independence are important to becoming an effective mentor. Defining independence becomes increasingly complex in the context of a larger research team.
This is an elective session for the Entering Mentoring certificate of Completion.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
Try It Tuesday for SophoMORE Spring Exploration- Pottery Fun
A beginner-friendly introduction to pottery using clay that can be baked at home. Learn basic shaping techniques and leave with your own handmade creation. Hosted by the Carolina Experience Office,
as a part of Try It Tuesdays with SophoMORE Spring Exploration. Open to all USC students, an RSVP is required. Happening in the Student Success Center, Mezzanine level (top floor) of the Thomas Cooper Library.
RSVP at go.sc.edu/sophomoresuccess.
Admission Cost: free.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Before Bondage Symposium
This roundtable discussion explores how 100 years of studying Black history has revealed the continued imperative of remembering the African American experience.
Learn about the research of USC African American Studies faculty and enjoy segments from the WIS special documentary "Before Bondage." Intisar Faulkner and Billie Jean Shaw, WIS anchors and producers of "Before Bondage," will join the discussion.
Register on Eventbrite.
Discussion begins at 6 p.m. in Lumpkin Auditorium.
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Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Lumpkin Auditorium.
First-Gen Graduate & Professional School Presentation
Students planning to apply to a graduate school or professional school (law, med) will get practical advice about selecting and applying to a graduate program.
Tuesday, March 31st
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6-7:30pm
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Maxcy Classroom.
Admission Cost: Free!
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Tuesday Takeover - Escapology
Think you can escape? Put your problem-solving skills to the test at Escapology from 8–12 AM. Sign up is available here - Gamecock Entertainment: TT: Escapology 3/31.
Shuttles will run from the Horseshoe starting at 6:30PM.
Free with your Carolina Card!
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Breakfast Briefing: Open Access Publishing of Scholarly Monographs
Join us as we bring together library leaders, university press professionals, and faculty to explore practical strategies for expanding open access to USC-authored monographs. Featuring a keynote by Miranda Bennett, Director of Shared Collections at the California Digital Library, the event highlights recent University of California (UC) initiatives that enable UC authors to publish open-access monographs with select university presses at no cost, while revitalizing underutilized backlist titles.
Bennett will discuss the challenges and benefits of opening access to long-form scholarship and share a forward-looking vision for how similar efforts could be adapted at the University of South Carolina. Building on her talk a panel discussion with USC leaders and faculty will showcase a modest but impactful library–press open access partnership.
This event, held in the Ernest F. Hollings Special Collections Library, is open to USC faculty, administrators, staff, and graduate students. Breakfast will be…
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 9:15 AM – 10:45 AM.
See event description for more details.
Rivers Edge Table with Garnet Media Group 2
Bring a Roommate.
Get $500.
Know someone looking for a place? Fill a unit with your preferred roommate and receive $500 as our thank-you.
Contact the office for more details. Terms and conditions apply.
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Admission Cost: 0.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 9.
Hip Hop Wednesday
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Greene Street.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This Spring, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 7.
Active Learning with Generative Artificial Intelligence
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 1:10 PM - 2:00 PM,
Explore how Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) can support the design of interactive, student-centered learning activities. This session explores practical strategies for using GenAI tools—such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot—to design discussions, case studies, and simulations that enhance engagement and deepen learning. Examine how prompt-writing techniques and intentional use of GenAI can strengthen active learning, promote critical thinking, and create more meaningful learning experiences for your students.
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
Apply prompt-writing strategies to generate or adapt active learning activities that support engagement and student learning.
, Design interactive learning experiences—such as discussions, case studies, and simulations—that leverage GenAI to enhance participation and collaboration.
, Evaluate GenAI-generated activities to determine alignment with learning outcomes and…
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 1:10 PM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
South Carolina State Agency Industry Day - Fair
Employers from nearly 30 SC State Agencies will showcase their full-time roles and internship opportunities available right here in the state of South Carolina! All majors and years are encouraged to attend. This event is open to both undergraduate and graduate students.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 1:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 202 Lounge, Russell House Ballroom BC.
Adulting 101: No Joke! Navigating Salary and Benefits Workshop
Congrats! You have been offered the job! They offer a starting salary, are you allowed to ask for more? Then you are given options about retirement packages, what does that even mean? The Career Center will cover introductory information about common questions you may have as you accept your first job! Hosted by the Carolina Experience and the Career Center. An RSVP is required! Visit go.sc.edu/seniors for RSVP links and more info. Open to all USC students.
Admission Cost: free.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 305.
FRN Film Night "Nourish: Food + Community"
Join Sustainable Carolina and Food Recovery Network to watch the short film “Nourish: Food + Community: Food Choices and the Global Impact”! Come and learn about how food is moved through our world and ways we can all be more mindful about our food consumption. Snacks provided!
Admission Cost: 0.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
SG Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
Live at the Underground
A weekly concert series put on by students, for students! Featuring live music every Wednesday in the Russell Underground from 7pm to 10pm, ranging from open mic nights to local and touring artists. Free for all USC students with a Carolina Card.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 009 Russell Underground.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Explorance Blue Coordinator Training
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM,
Join us for a focused Blue Coordinator training session where we’ll walk through the Course Download Tool, FileSub upload process, key dates, and the updated Coordinator Guide. This is a great opportunity to get ready for the upcoming Filesub deadline and connect with fellow coordinators.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 9:45 AM.
See event description for more details.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This Spring, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 7.
Collegiate Recovery Picture Day
Annual day to show support for Collegiate Recovery Day and members of our USC community in recovery. Stop by to take a picture and support Gamecock Recovery.
Admission Cost: n/a.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Russell House Patio, RHUU Russell House Patio Stage.
Mutual Expectations Luncheon and Workshop
Mutual Expectations is a program designed to help students and university faculty members gain a deeper understanding of one another. By opening the lines of communication, students and faculty are better equipped to develop a more collaborative learning environment.
This is FREE and lunch is included! Sponsored by the Carolina Experience Office, The Office of Undergraduate Research , and the Center for Teaching Excellence. An RSVP is required.
Details and RSVP on the Carolina Experience website.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 11:45 AM – 1:00 PM.
Russell House Room 322.
Video Captioning and Transcription Made Easy
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 2:20 PM - 2:50 PM,
Captioning and transcripts make video content more engaging, flexible, and accessible. Learn how to use USC’s supported video platform, Panopto, to easily add and manage captions for lectures and other recorded materials.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 2:20 PM – 2:50 PM.
See event description for more details.
STEMart – Bridging Art and Engineering
Admission Cost: free.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Oyster Decorating & Discussion
Join Sustainable Carolina's Zero-Waste Team in decorating oysters while learning about their importance and hear about a fun summer opportunity in habitat restoration. Each person will be able to leave with a decorated oyster, perfect for a jewelry dish, ornament, or soap holder!
This event is open to all USC students. If you are interested in earning Eco Ambassador distinction, this workshop counts as a hands-on event!
Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
Thursday After Dark: Drive in Movie at the Fairgrounds
Join us for a classic drive-in movie night at the Fairgrounds! Pull in, tune your radio, or bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit outside and enjoy the movie under the stars.
Where: South Carolina State Fairgrounds
, Gates open at 7:00PM
, Show time: 8:00PM
, Free with a Carolina Card.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Friday, April 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
The Antelope Party
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April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Friday, April 3, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
The Antelope Party
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April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Saturday, April 4, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Sunday, April 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Broadway in Columbia presents Wicked
About This Show
See it LIVE. Remember it forever.
Wicked, Columbia’s most popular musical, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin–smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other “wicked.”
From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, Wicked, the untold true story of the Witches of Oz, transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story.
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/Online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $95 - $135.
Sunday, April 5, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This Spring, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Monday, April 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 7.
Meet the Carolina Experience Peer Leaders
The Carolina Experience Peer Leaders are here to help support students after their freshman year. Stop by and meet some of them, learn about the office, and make a button!
Visit www.sc.edu/carolinaexperience for more information.
Monday, April 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field II - Longstreet Side, Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 2.
Adulting 101: From Rent to Roof: Intro to Home Ownership Finances
Curious about how home buying actually works? This workshop breaks down the essentials so you can understand the financial steps involved long before you’re ready to purchase. Hosted by the Carolina Experience and the Student Success Center. Open to all USC students. An RSVP is required and more information can be found at go.sc.edu/seniors.
Admission Cost: free.
Monday, April 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 205.
Environmental Justice 101 Workshop
Come and learn about the Environmental Justice movement! We'll explore the origins of the movement and highlight what EJ concerns are affecting campus and the Midlands of SC. This event is open to everyone. Interested in becoming an Eco-Ambassador? This counts as a 101 Presentation event.
Admission Cost: 0.
Monday, April 6, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, April 6, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
17th Annual James E Clyburn Health Equity Lecture
The Lecture includes a keynote speaker and an awards ceremony.
Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Dealing With the Unexpected: Classroom Disruptions
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:05 AM - 11:20 AM,
Engaging in conflict is challenging whether you are an experienced instructor or new to your role. A common strategy is to ignore the behavior due to our own discomfort, concern over retaliation or fear that our intervention may cause more harm or disruption. We will identify what our fears are about classroom disruption and use case study examples to practice strategies to stretch participants' comfort zones. This workshop will also explore Gerald Amada's research from Coping with Misconduct in the College Classroom and provide participants with tangible strategies to prevent and respectfully address disruptive behavior.
This is a required session for a certificate of completion in Fostering Proactive Learning Environments.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:05 AM – 11:20 AM.
See event description for more details.
Meet the Carolina Experience Peer Leaders
The Carolina Experience Peer Leaders are here to help support students after their freshman year. Stop by and meet some of them, learn about the office, and make a button!
Visit www.sc.edu/carolinaexperience for more information.
Admission Cost: free.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 01.
Tea Par-Tee
Celebrate the excitement of Masters Week at our Masters Week Par-Tee — a fun, golf-themed social event perfect for kicking off spring! Take a swing at our mini putt-putt course, show your accuracy in the chipping challenge, or see how far you can go in the longest drive simulator. Snap a photo in our Green Jacket photo booth and feel like a Masters champion for the day. Between rounds, enjoy refreshing iced teas, matcha mocktails, and sweet treats, and unwind with friends as we gear up for one of golf’s biggest weeks. Join us for a laid-back afternoon of friendly competition, good vibes, and Par-Tee fun!
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Blackboard Ultra Gradebook: A Deeper Look
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM,
This workshop is designed for Blackboard users who are familiar with the new Ultra Course View but want a more intensive look at the UCV Gradebook. In this 60-minute session, a consultant from eLearning Services will share best practices and tips & tricks for setting up a Gradebook that works for you, present a live demonstration, and answer questions.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Game-based Learning Q&A
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 2:50 PM - 4:05 PM,
Are you curious how others are successfully incorporating games into their classroom as a means of active learning? Are you interested in asking what makes their games work or how they pick the game? This webinar will feature panelists from across disciplines discussing their expertise, tips, and answers to your questions. At the end of panel discussions, participants will have the opportunity to share their own experiences. Come join a growing group of educators here at USC who use gaming as active learning in their classrooms!
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM.
See event description for more details.
Breathe Better workshop with SCDES
We hope you can attend our workshop with South Carolina's Department of Environmental Services to discuss Air Quality in the midlands. How does air quality relate to environmental justice and conservation? This event is open to all USC students. If you are aiming to become an Eco Ambassador, this counts as a discussion workshop!
Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Question, Persuade, Refer Training
QPR (Question, Persuade, Refer) is a nationally recognized suicide prevention certification that equips participants with the skills to recognize warning signs, offer compassionate support, and connect someone to professional help. This interactive training empowers college students, faculty, and staff to confidently respond when someone is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts. Participants will learn practical, trauma-informed strategies to help keep members of our campus community safe and supported. All attendees receive an official QPR Gatekeeper Certificate and digital badge upon completion.
This training date is in collaboration with the Office of Organizational and Professional Development (OPD); please use their website to register.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Meeting Room - Center for Health and Well-Being 215.
Reimagining Assessment with Generative Artificial Intelligence
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM,
Enhance the authenticity, clarity, and meaningfulness of your assessments with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI). This session explores practical strategies for using GenAI tools—such as ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Copilot—to design assessment tasks, generate formative feedback, and support student reflection. Examine how intentional prompting and transparent use of GenAI can strengthen assessment for learning, promote critical thinking, and support deeper student learning.
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:
Differentiate between traditional and GenAI-supported assessment approaches and describe where GenAI can add value.
, Apply prompt-writing strategies to design or refine assessments that measure student learning and support learning processes.
, Use GenAI tools to generate formative feedback, reflection prompts, and authentic assessment components aligned with course outcomes.
, Identify ethical and transparent…
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM.
See event description for more details.
Text Analysis for Beginners
Do you have textual data for qualitative analysis? This hands-on workshop is ideal for anyone seeking to transform unstructured text data into actionable insights.
Key topics include:
Introduction to text analysis: What is it and why does it matter?
, Reading and preprocessing text: Cleaning and preparing data for analysis.
, Extracting insights like word frequency and word count.
, Tools and techniques: Overview of Python libraries (e.g. NLTK) and other user-friendly platforms
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By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a foundational understanding of text mining concepts and practical experience working with basic tools and techniques. Whether you’re a student, researcher, or professional, this workshop will equip you with the skills to start your text analysis journey!
Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15681484.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM.
See event description for more details.
SG Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
Live at the Underground
A weekly concert series put on by students, for students! Featuring live music every Wednesday in the Russell Underground from 7pm to 10pm, ranging from open mic nights to local and touring artists. Free for all USC students with a Carolina Card.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 009 Russell Underground.
The Antelope Party
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April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
PDFs without Barriers
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM,
PDFs are one of the most common file types shared across courses and websites, but they can also be one of the least accessible if not properly designed. This micro-workshop explores how to create and remediate accessible PDFs, whether you’re exporting from Word, PowerPoint, or scanning existing materials. Learn how to check PDFs for accessibility as well as resources to address the most common errors.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 11:40 AM – 12:10 PM.
See event description for more details.
PDFs without Barriers
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 11:40 AM - 12:10 PM,
PDFs are one of the most common file types shared across courses and websites, but they can also be one of the least accessible if not properly designed. This micro-workshop explores how to create and remediate accessible PDFs, whether you’re exporting from Word, PowerPoint, or scanning existing materials. Learn how to check PDFs for accessibility as well as resources to address the most common errors.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 11:40 AM – 12:10 PM.
See event description for more details.
The Good, the Bad & the Naked of USC History: Historic Horseshoe History Tour
Have you ever been strolling along the Historic Horseshoe bricks and found yourself wondering about the history of Carolina and its traditions? Well, you're in luck! Meet University Archivist Elizabeth West in front of the Caroliniana for a Horseshoe history tour. Learn the origins of the Tiger Burn and what national record Gamecock students set in 1974! Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
Explorance Blue Faculty Training
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM,
In preparation for upcoming course surveys, this session will introduce Explorance Blue, our new course survey tool. We’ll walk through the entire process—from selecting your two personalized questions to encouraging student participation. We’ll also review the instructor report, including what it looks like and when you can expect to receive it after the survey period concludes.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM.
See event description for more details.
Extracting Data from Websites Using APIs
Unlock the power of APIs to efficiently extract and utilize data from websites! This hands-on workshop is designed for beginners and intermediate learners who want to gain practical skills in API integration. Participants will learn the fundamentals of APIs, how to access and interpret API documentation, and techniques for extracting structured data for analysis. We will cover the following topics:
What is an API and its role in data extraction?
, How to make requests and handle responses?
, What are API keys?
, How to parse the JSON and other data formats?
, Example of extracting data from the New York Times and the Library of Congress websites
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By the end of this workshop, you’ll have a basic understanding of APIs for tasks like gathering data for research and analysis.
Register at: https://libcal.library.sc.edu/event/15681476.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2:10 PM – 3:10 PM.
See event description for more details.
Active Learning for Large Classrooms
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2:50 PM - 4:05 PM,
You've got your mind set on active learning strategies, but how do you bring them to scale without overwhelming yourself or your students? Maybe you're wanting to do 'something' active in your big class, or to adapt a technique you're using with a smaller class, but need support with the logistics. Join us for an overview of effective, evidence-based active learning strategies that are manageable in larger classes - whether for you that means 30 or 300.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM.
See event description for more details.
Fulbright Workshop
Interested in teaching English, doing research, practicing a creative art or going to graduate school abroad? Join this info session to learn more about the Fulbright program, what makes a strong application and how USC can support you through the process!
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Russell House University Union 302.
Documentary Watch Party: "Life and Debt"
Join Sustainable Carolina for a screening of "Life and Debt." Following the documentary screening, student leaders in the Environmental Justice team will facilitate a discussion about environmental racism and its relation to international debt. This event is open to everyone. Interested in becoming an Eco-Ambassador? This counts as a discussion workshop.
Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM.
The Antelope Party
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April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Thursday After Dark: Laser Tag
Join us for an action-packed night of outdoor laser tag on Blatt Field!
The area will be set up with inflatable barriers and laser tag equipment for fast-paced games under the lights.
Play with friends or jump in with other students—everyone is welcome, no experience necessary.
We will have multiple 30-minute sessions of laser tag at the following times from 8 to 11 p.m on April 9. To reserve your spot, please register using the Sign-Up Genius.
PLEASE READ THE GUIDELINES BELOW!
The Signup Genius will go live on Monday, April 6th at 10 am.
, You MUST sign up using the Signup Genius link below. This reserves your spot.
, If you do not sign up, we can try to fit you in if there are no-shows. However, your spot is not guaranteed.
, ONLY sign up for one slot! If you claim more than one, your name will be removed from the Signup Genius. The quantity on your confirmation page on Signup Genius should be 1.
, Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time!
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Sign up here - Gamecock… .
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Blatt PE Center Field.
Adulting 101: Cooking Workshop
Learning to cook and meal prep is a pretty common learning curve for students at USC. Join us for this hands-on cooking lesson about how to prep meals for your week! Space is limited to the first 20 students, so make sure to RSVP early! You cannot attend unless you have gotten a confirmation that you are on the RSVP list. This free event is hosted by the Carolina Experience office with content expertise provided by Healthy Campus Initiatives.
Part of the Adulting 101 Series.
This is designed for third- and fourth-year students but is open to all USC students.
Online workshop. Please visit the Carolina Experience website for more information and RSVP links.
Admission Cost: free.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Colin Dodd: "Homage to Ukraine"
About This Show,
Artist Statement,
“It’s the artist’s duty to reflect the times in which we live.” – Nina Simone.
This quote struck a chord with me, especially due to personal circumstances. Russia invaded Ukraine on February 24th, 2022 and by coincidence that was the day I had open heart surgery, following a heart attack on February 22nd! I watched the footage on CNN of Russian tanks firing on civilian targets from my hospital bed. I have since followed the war on an almost daily basis, strongly identifying with the cause of the Ukrainian people, and seeing in them a nation standing alone against a tyrant just as Britain did against Hitler’s Germany at the outset of World War II. Ukraine has managed to survive, against all the odds, for four years.
The imagery from FPV drone footage I found strangely alluring and fascinating, even beautiful, although the results and intended consequences were destruction and death. This dichotomy is what led me to start painting images based on often distorted…
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Vista Art Night: Sarah Scruggs
About This Show
As a member of the Vista Guild, the Koger Center for the Arts partnered with The Jasper Project to open a new rotating art space, titled The Nook, in celebration of Third Thursday Art Night. April 2026’s featured artist in The Nook is Sarah Scruggs.
ARTIST BIOGRAPHY
Sarah Scruggs is a South Carolinian painter focusing in oil & watercolor. Her alla prima style is relaxed, playful with attention to color. Most always, her paintings are a celebration of storms, the ever changing clouds, flora & fauna. Many of her materials are hand ground pigments collected from local areas in the pursuit of play.
Admission Cost: Free Admission.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Koger Center Upstairs Gallery.
The Antelope Party
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April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Friday, April 10, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
AFAM Sankofa Symposium
A symposium highlighting the research and creative work that reflects who we are and what we do in AFAM.
* RSVP Here.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Close Hipp 836 Executive I, Close Hipp 837 Executive II, Close Hipp 839 Summit West, Close Hipp 840 Summit East, Close Hipp 841 Eastview, Lumpkin Auditorium, Close-Hipp 830B Reception, Close-Hipp 830C Reception, Close-Hipp 830D Reception, Close-Hipp…
The Antelope Party
,
April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Limón Dance Company in performance with Betsy Blackmon Dance Company
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April 11, 2026, Limón Dance Company in performance with, Betsy Blackmon Dance Company Koger Center for the Arts,
6:30pm,
Celebrating its 80th Anniversary season, the Limón Dance Company has been at the vanguard of dance since its inception, and is world-renowned for its dramatic expression, technical mastery and expansive movement. Company Artists will be in-residence at USC setting a classic Limón work on the Betsy Blackmon Dance Company, who will perform on an unforgettable, one-night-only program alongside Limón Dance Company and artists from The Joffrey Ballet. A gala fundraiser will accompany the performance.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
The Antelope Party
,
April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
The Lanny and Sidney Palmer One-Act Opera Series
Opera at USC presents two one-act operas: Markheim by Carlisle Floyd, and Lo Scoiattolo in Gamba by Nino Rota.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Saturday, April 11, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
The Antelope Party
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April 3-12, 2026 The Antelope Party by Eric John Meyer, Directed by Jesse Jou Drayton Hall Theatre,
, All is equal and good in the land of Equestria, the colorful kingdom in the classic children’s cartoon My Little Pony. But in an apartment in rural Pennsylvania, where Ben hosts a weekly gathering of “bronies” (cosplaying fans of My Little Pony), things are becoming decidedly less harmonious. An overzealous Neighborhood Watch has begun patrolling the streets, and as its political influence surges, fear and paranoia begin to creep into the bronies’ (and pegasisters’) circle of friendship. “Meyer’s story about a group of lonely outcasts reminds us that acceptance and community can indeed be magical – but sometimes magic can be dark.” – Time Out New York,
Contains language and themes that may not be appropriate for young audiences.
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15 - $22.
Sunday, April 12, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Symphonic Winds: Storybook Beginning
Jay Jacobs, conductor, Brenna Curtis, guest conductor,
Sousa, Easter Monday on the White House Lawn,
Bergman, Dream Machine,
Svanoe, The Author’s Suite, Brenna Curtis, conductor,
Schwantner, Recoil,
Gershwin/Brubaker, An American in Paris.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Sunday, April 12, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts, See Description for Event Location.
Lunes Latino
Monday, April 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Russell House Patio, RHUU Russell House Patio Stage.
Truman Getting Started Workshop
Learn how to apply for the Truman Scholarship – for rising juniors who plan to pursue a career in public service. Get an overview of the scholarship and application process, have your questions answered and make a plan for getting started on your application this summer to have a smoother fall!
Monday, April 13, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Harper Elliott 320.
SoulHAUS Sessions with Preach Jacobs
About This Show,
The next edition of SoulHaus Sessions with Preach Jacobs features Michael Twitty, an African-American Jewish writer, culinary historian and educator. He is the author of The Cooking Gene, which won the 2018 James Beard Foundation Book Award for Book of the Year as well as the category for writing.
Tickets available to purchase at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/soulhaus-sessions-w-preach-jacobs-feat-michael-twitty-tickets-1984136167689?aff=oddtdtcreator.
Admission Cost: $12.51.
Monday, April 13, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Koger Center Upstairs Gallery.
Libraries and Sustainability Workshop
Learn about libraries and environmental justice and zero waste while doing arts and crafts and black out poetry with old books! This event is open to everyone. Interested in becoming an Eco-Ambassador? This counts as a hands-on workshop.
Admission Cost: 0.
Monday, April 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, April 13, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Meet the Carolina Experience Peer Leaders
The Carolina Experience Peer Leaders are here to help support students after their freshman year. Stop by and meet some of them, learn about the office, and make a button! On this day they will be on the Patio area of the Thomas Cooper Library!
Visit www.sc.edu/carolinaexperience for more information.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This fall, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 01.
Entering Mentoring: Articulating Your Mentoring Philosophy and Plan
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 2:50 PM - 4:05 PM,
Reflecting upon your mentoring relationships is a vital part of becoming a more effective mentor. This is especially important immediately following a mentor-mentee training sequence like Entering Mentoring as it allows you to consider how to implement changes in your mentoring practice based on the training you have received. The ability and practice of reflecting on your mentoring at regular intervals is strongly encouraged.
This is a required session for the Entering Mentoring certificate of completion.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
Adulting: Self Defense Workshop
Join in for a hands-on self-defense workshop with experts from USCPD as a part of the Adulting 101 series. This is a FREE event and open to all USC students. Registration is required and space is limited. This free event is hosted by the Carolina Experience office with content expertise provided by USCPD.
An RSVP is required. Please rsvp at go.sc.edu/seniorsuccess.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Russell House Room 322.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Chorales Community Collaboration Concert
The USC Chorales are joined by the Sandlapper Singers and Limited Time Only Chamber Choir to present the South Carolina premiere of “We Are Phoenix.” This new work by composer Timothy Takach calls humankind to draw hope and renewal from the beauty of the earth itself. Conceived as a collaborative effort for a wide range of singers, Takach’s beautiful and evocative music is accompanied by string orchestra. The performance will also feature pieces sung by the individual choirs.
This is a ticketed event.
General Admission: $15,
Students: free,
Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 3200 Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC 29204.
Admission Cost: General Admission: $15
Students: Free.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Garnet Crossing Apartments with Garnet Media Group
Our pet-friendly apartments boast stained concrete flooring throughout the common areas, plush bedroom carpeting, patios and front-porches, and spacious kitchens with granite countertops and energy efficient appliances. https://www.garnetcrossing.com/.
Admission Cost: 0.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 7.
Greene Crossing Tabling with Garnet Media Group
Looking for the perfect roommates? We’ve got you!
Only a few individual bed spaces are left in our 3- and 4-bedroom apartments, and our future residents are eager to find their last roommate. Apply today and complete our roommate-matching questionnaire to get paired with people who share your lifestyle, interests, and vibe. Your ideal match is waiting!
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Admission Cost: 0.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 2.
The ROOST Tabling with GMG
With spacious floor plans, modern amenities, and a vibrant environment, The Roost is where student living truly takes flight. Whether you're relaxing in your private bedroom, enjoying the bonus bath in select apartments, or soaking in the energy of game day a few minutes from Williams-Brice Stadium!
Admission Cost: 0.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 6.
Botany Walk on the Historic Horseshoe
Join the A.C. Moore Herbarium staff on a 1-hour walk to explore the plant life of the historic Horseshoe. The group meets on the steps of McKissick Museum on the third Wednesday of each month. Plants featured or discussed will vary with group interest and by season.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Hip Hop Wednesday
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
RHUU Greene Street.
Virtual Environments Community of Practice (VECoP)
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM,
The virtual environments community of practice is planning ways to integrate virtual reality, augmented reality and mixed reality into teaching and learning environments at USC. Meetings are open to faculty, staff and students.
This is an online only meeting; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the meeting, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM.
See event description for more details.
GenAI CoP: Ethical Use of Generative AI
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM,
The Generative Artificial Intelligence Community of Practice (GenAI CoP) at the University of South Carolina is a collaborative initiative designed to explore and discuss the implications of GenAI in higher education. This community brings together faculty, staff, and graduate students to share insights, strategies, and experiences related to the integration of GenAI across administration, research, teaching, and learning.
Thomas Cooper Library, Room 118, 1322 Greene Street, Columbia, SC 29208,
This is an in-person meeting that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
SophoMORE Spring Exploration: Your USC Story- Understanding YOUR My USC Record
Ever wonder why when you go to an event the host office swipes your Carolina Card or asks you to sign in? All these experiences show up your personalized My USC Record. This workshop will help you learn how to access your personalized record of your outside the classroom experiences at USC and walk through all the different ways you can use it! RSVP is required. Visit go.sc.edu/sophomoresuccess for more information. This event is free and open to all USC students.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 205.
SG Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
Live at the Underground
A weekly concert series put on by students, for students! Featuring live music every Wednesday in the Russell Underground from 7pm to 10pm, ranging from open mic nights to local and touring artists. Free for all USC students with a Carolina Card.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 009 Russell Underground.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This Spring, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 7.
Improving Research Learning Outcomes with the Library
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 10:05 AM - 11:20 AM,
Learn to question your assumptions about what students know and explicitly identify the knowledge and skills you want them to acquire when completing library research assignments. [In this session, participants will explore common challenges students face when conducting library research and identify best practices for designing assignments that require or encourage the use of library resources. Participants will also have the opportunity to learn about ways in which faculty can partner with librarians to support student success. By creating research assignments with specific learning outcomes that are clear to your students, you can improve the experience for everyone involved.
This is a required session for a certificate of completion in Teaching with the Library.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; there is no virtual attendance option.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 10:05 AM – 11:20 AM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
Recovery Ally
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 1:15 PM - 2:30 PM,
Through Recovery Ally workshops, Gamecock Recovery strives to empower students, faculty and staff to make campus more supportive of students in recovery from substance use disorder. Learn to: confront myths and stigma about substance use disorder; use and model acts of allyship in everyday interactions; and identify, access, and direct people to recovery resources at USC.
The Recovery Ally workshop is presented in a flipped-classroom model that includes a self-paced video module as prework (estimated 20 minutes) and an in-person session. Please review the recorded content prior to your workshop session.
This is a required session for a certificate of completion in Mental Health and Well-being Competency.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
Preparing for Second Year Success Workshop
Are you in your first year at USC and moving into your second-year next fall? Are you ready to be an official sopohoMORE? Be sure to join us for this helpful workshop with our top tips for success in year two! An RSVP is required! Hosted by the Carolina Experience office, RSVP online.
Admission Cost: free.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 305.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
AI in Action: Business Innovation and Workforce Transformation
AI in Action: Business Innovation and Workforce Transformation
Thursday, April 16-Friday, April 17, Gateway 737, Columbia, SC, Get more info and register to attend,
AI in Action convenes industry leaders, university partners, and faculty to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming business, workforce needs, and organizational strategy across South Carolina. The summit will feature a keynote address, panels in energy resilience, healthcare operations, and risk and legal liability, as well as conversations about industry-university partnerships.
Admission Cost: $100.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Perspective from the Pactific-NW: Nick Brown
Friday, April 17
10 a.m.
Karen J. Williams Courtroom
, Co-sponsored by the Joseph F. Rice School of Law and McCausland College of Arts and Sciences
Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown will discuss his career trajectory and the opportunities and challenges of being an attorney general in today’s political climate.
A Harvard Law School graduate, Brown began his legal career in the Army JAG corps, where he gained experience as both a prosecutor and defense lawyer. He was awarded a Bronze Star in 2005.
He was lead council for Washington State’s governor and was in private practice. Later, he worked as a prosecutor in Washington State until he was nominated in 2021 to become the U.S. Attorney for Western Washington and left that post to seek the office of Attorney General, becoming their 19th AG in 2024. RSVP here.
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Joseph F. Rice School of Law 103 - Judge Karen J. Williams Courtroom.
The Road to Discover USC
Get ready for Undergraduate Research Week with us at this outdoor kickoff event celebrating Gamecock discovery and innovation. Connect with undergraduate research ambassadors, hear real student research stories, and find out how you can take your ideas further. Get inspired and get ready for Discover USC on April 24.
Admission Cost: 0.00.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
See event description for more details. Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 1, Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 2, Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 3, Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 4, Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 5.
Developing a Course Syllabus
Friday, April 17, 2026, 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM,
In this workshop, you will begin to develop (or revise) a syllabus for a course you teach now or in the future, through exploration of the Backward Design framework (Wiggins & McTighe 1998) and the associated concept of course alignment (Fink 2013). We’ll discuss the importance and role of learning outcomes and explore how to craft them using Bloom’s revised taxonomy (Anderson & Krathwohl 2001). Attendees will then learn how the development of thoughtfully designed learning outcomes guides instructors in formulating the appropriate assessment, creating a quality learning activity or assignment, and finally, determining the most effective method for teaching that activity. Other tips and resources for syllabus development will be discussed, including template resources from the CTE, inclusion of required and optional sections (as per USC policies), and other recommendations.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend…
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM.
See event description for more details.
7th Annual Augusta Baker Lecture featuring author Emely Rumble
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Location: Richland Library Main, 1431 Assembly St. Columbia, SC 29201,
Author Emely Rumble will discuss her book "Bibliotherapy in the Bronx," a groundbreaking exploration of the healing power of literature in the lives of marginalized communities. Drawing from her personal and professional experiences, Rumble masterfully intertwines storytelling with therapeutic insights to reveal how reading can be a potent tool for self-discovery, emotional transformation, and social change.
"To keynote the Augusta Baker Lecture is to stand in a lineage of Black librarians who believed stories could liberate, heal, and tell the truth about our lives. As a Black and Puerto Rican bibliotherapist, my work—Bibliotherapy in the Bronx, is rooted in honoring visionaries like Augusta Baker, whose devotion to children, storytelling, and justice made space for generations of readers to see themselves and survive." - Emely Rumble .
Admission Cost: FREE.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Friday, April 17, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series
About ghis Show,
The Koger Center for the Arts is excited to host the Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a free outdoor concert series sponsored by the Levitt Foundation. Dedicated to amplifying the cultural landscape of our city, the Levitt AMP Columbia Music series aims to provide free varied and engaging entertainment for the residents of Columbia and the Midlands. Our concert dates for the 2026 Season are set: stay tuned to find out the acts!
All concerts will take place on the outdoor Plaza Stage, with our rain location being the lobby of the Koger Center.
SCHEDULE – All concerts take place from 5-7 p.m.
April 18, 2026 - River Shook Duo, Soda City Brass Band,
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April 25, 2026 - Sunny War, Death Ray Robin,
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May 2, 2026 - Five OHM, Rock & Roll MF's,
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May 9, 2026 - Carolyn Wonderland, Philip Thomas.
Admission Cost: Free Admission.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Koger Center Plaza Stage.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Saturday, April 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Arboretum Open House
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House,
Take a nature break and bring a friend to USC's wildlife preserve in the heart of Columbia. Open House is the 3rd Sunday of every month, with ecology-themed presentations from faculty and regional experts twice each semester.
4080 Bloomwood Rd. Columbia, SC 29205,
Weekly Hours: Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12, Thursdays 4 - 6 p.m. (winter hours 3-5 p.m.), Volunteers welcome! Contact us at arboretum@sc.edu to let us know you're coming. Find all our Open House speakers and Book Club dates here. ---, Visit the botanic garden horseshoe, pollinator display gardens, and walk through 10 biomes of South Carolina along a 1/3 mile trail. Special stops are at the longleaf pines atop a bluff of fossilized sand dunes, the boardwalk overlooking a bald cypress swamp, a grove of Atlantic white cypress in the central wetland, and the allee of ancient tulip trees in the ravine. Pause at the waterfall or other scenic stops and take in the gifts of nature, here…
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Ears Wide Open: Pre-Earth Day Bash
Looking for a pre-Earth Day celebration? The W. Gordan Belser Arboretum will be blooming with the sounds of Commercial Music Ensembles on April 19th from 1-4 p.m. Join Ears Wide Open and musicians from USC’s fastest growing academic program – Music Industry Studies – for an afternoon filled with music and surrounded by nature.
The arboretum is located at 4080 Bloomwood Rd, Columbia, SC 29205.
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Freeman Sundays @3 Concert Series
The USC School of Music’s renowned music faculty performs fresh and vibrant chamber music programs that pair canonic masterpieces alongside brand new works.
The April program includes Professor of Composition Man Fang’s Lullaby performed by Claire Bryant, cello; Rachel Calloway, mezzo-soprano; and Nicholas Susi on piano.
Next, Dominic Armstrong, tenor, and Omar Roy, piano, combine talents to perform selected songs by Hugo Wolf.
Ari Streisfeld, violin; Dan Sweaney, viola; Claire Bryant, cello; and Nick Susi, piano, conclude the afternoon’s concert with Piano Quartet in E? major, Op. 47 by Robert Schumann.
Come support the USC School of Music’s scholarship program by attending this concert featuring incredible talent! Tickets are available at the Koger Center for the Arts Box Office (803-251-2222) and at the door.
Admission Cost: $15 adults; $10 seniors, USC faculty and staff; $5 students. Free for USC School of Music students, faculty and staff.
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Beetlejuice: The Musical
About This Show,
Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, BEETLEJUICE tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. Entertainment Weekly calls it “A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND SOUL!”
For tickets, please visit https://secure.kogercenterforthearts.com/online/default.asp.
Admission Cost: $23.50 - $111.
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Naegleria Fowleri Antibody Testing
Participate in a Research Study: Help advance knowledge about “the brain eating amoeba” in South Carolina,
What is the goal of this study,
•Recent studies suggest that exposure to N. fowleri may be more common than once thought. These studies also suggest that some people who are exposed may develop mild or moderate symptoms, instead of severe infections.
•Because of these new studies, our study team is investigating how many people have been exposed to this amoeba in South Carolina (and other states), and how their exposures may have occurred.
Who is eligible to participate,
All individuals >who live in or are visiting South Carolina may participate in the study,
How can I participate?
1) Provide a small finger-stick blood sample
, 2) Take a 10-minute survey.
, 3) Return for a follow-up testing event in September!
Admission Cost: none.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 3.
Upcycling Workshop: Soda Tab Bracelets
Join Sustainable Carolina's Zero-Waste Team in making bracelets out of ribbon and recycled soda tabs to avoid them getting thrown away! Shoelaces and ribbon will be provided, but if you have your own, we encourage you to bring it! Soda tabs will be provided as well.
This event is open to all USC students. If you are interested in earning Eco Ambassador distinction, this workshop counts as a hands-on event!
Admission Cost: 0.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Naegleria Fowleri Antibody Testing
Participate in a Research Study: Help advance knowledge about “the brain eating amoeba” in South Carolina,
What is the goal of this study,
•Recent studies suggest that exposure to N. fowleri may be more common than once thought. These studies also suggest that some people who are exposed may develop mild or moderate symptoms, instead of severe infections.
•Because of these new studies, our study team is investigating how many people have been exposed to this amoeba in South Carolina (and other states), and how their exposures may have occurred.
Who is eligible to participate,
All individuals >who live in or are visiting South Carolina may participate in the study,
How can I participate?
1) Provide a small finger-stick blood sample
, 2) Take a 10-minute survey.
, 3) Return for a follow-up testing event in September!
Admission Cost: none.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Davis Field I - RHUU Side Space 3.
Rethinking Your Teaching Philosophy in the Age of GenAI
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 11:40 AM - 12:55 PM,
A teaching philosophy statement provides a concise description of an instructor's perspective on teaching, student learning, methodologies, and implementation, and institutions typically request a teaching philosophy statement from applicants for faculty positions and as part of the tenure and promotion process.
What, then, is your teaching philosophy? What aspects should you reflect upon, write, or include? And importantly, how has the writing of this document changed as a result of ChatGPT, both in your perspective on this fundamental shift in higher education as well as document construction assistance? This will be a working webinar, where we will discuss strategies for composing the statement, incorporating time for personalized theme development, and tips for using ChatGPT prompts in writing it. Participants will leave with a thematic outline and components of their statement, and guidelines to continue crafting it.
NOTE: For you and other…
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 11:40 AM – 12:55 PM.
See event description for more details.
Grad Bash
Celebrate graduation and join us for USC’s Spring 2026 Grad Bash! Get ready to celebrate your achievements at this exciting in-person event. Join us on Davis Field by Russell House. May and August graduates can stop by the event to tell us their future plans, and take senior photos with Cocky! This event is the perfect opportunity to commemorate your hard work and create lasting memories. Attendance is free but students need to complete the USC First Destination Survey. Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration. See you there!
Admission Cost: NA.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
RHUU Greene Street Space 01, RHUU Greene Street Space 02, RHUU Greene Street Space 03.
From Yawn to Yes!: Increasing Student Engagement through Active Learning Technologies
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 2:50 PM - 4:05 PM,
Active learning can energize your classroom and provide AI-proof ways to assess students' progress. Unfortunately, many students groan at the thought of group work or discussions. Come learn how adding various tools and media to your classroom can get your students excited about the coursework. This webinar tackles the question of how educators can use student-facing technologies such as virtual whiteboards, collaborative documents, VR, games, podcasts, polling, and more to increase student interest both in the in-person and online classroom. In addition, we will talk about overcoming common obstacles both in planning and implementation.
This is an online only webinar; there is no in-person attendance option.
To attend the webinar, register here.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 2:50 PM – 4:05 PM.
See event description for more details.
Try It Tuesday for SophoMORE Spring Exploration- Keeping a Houseplant Alive
Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop on how to keep your houseplants alive and happy. We’ll cover common mistakes, easy care tips, and how to choose the right plants for your space. Hosted by the Carolina Experience Office.
A part of Try It Tuesdays with SophoMORE Spring Exploration. Open to all USC students, an RSVP is required so we have the correct number of plants.
RSVP at go.sc.edu/sophomoresuccess.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davis Field II - Longstreet Side.
Backpacking and Camping Workshop
Join Sustainable Carolina's Conservation and Stewardship team for a Backpacking workshop, a short course on essential backpacking tips and techniques, co-taught by Jenna Gilbreath, coordinator for Sustainability student engagement! This interactive session will cover how to pack a backpack, build a basic first aid kit, and create homemade campfire starters. Perfect timing as warmer weather calls us to the trails!
This event is open to all USC students. If you are pursuing eco ambassador, this counts as a discussion workshop!
Admission Cost: 0.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
USC Symphony Orchestra and Choirs of Carolina: War and Peace
Dr. Alicia W. Walker leads the USC Symphony Orchestra, Concert Choir and University Orchestra in a performance uniting war and peace. Accompanied by soloists Tina Milhorn Stallard, soprano; Serena Hill-LaRoche, soprano; Rachel Calloway, mezzo-soprano; Dominic Armstrong, tenor and baritone; and Jacob Will, bass, the musicians will perform Haydn’s Missa in tempore belli and Vaughan Williams’ Dona nobis pacem in a powerful close of the ensembles’ seasons.
Join USC Symphony conductor and music director Dr. Scott Weiss for a pre-concert talk at 6:45 p.m. in the Koger Center Grand Tier.
Tickets are available in-person at Koger Center Box Office (803-251-2222, Monday–Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) or online at KogerCenterForTheArts.com.
Admission Cost: General public - $30
Seniors/military / USC faculty and staff - $25
Children under 18 and non-USC students with ID - $8
USC Students - free with student ID.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts, See Description for Event Location.
Tuesday Takeover - Village Idiot
Music Bingo at Village Idiot!Think bingo, but louder and way more fun. Listen to the tunes, mark your card, and win prizes while sipping your favorite drinks and eating pizza.
8:30 PM – 11:00 PM - Village Idiot Five Points,
Free to play with your Carolina Card.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Donuts with the Dean of Students
Donuts with the Dean of Students are an informal way to connect with the Office of the Dean of Students. Stop by our table in the Russell House University Union for a chat and snack with the DoS staff or just grab a free donut. We want to hear your voice as your Gamecock experience is important to us.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
RHUU Russell House 2nd Floor Lobby Space 01, RHUU Russell House 2nd Floor Lobby Space 02.
Owning Your Break: Navigating Time Away with Confidence and Care?
Owning Your Break Virtual Workshop,
Extended breaks can bring a mix of comfort, change, and new challenges. Join this interactive virtual workshop on April 22nd, 2026, from 12-1:30 PM to explore strategies for maintaining balance, setting healthy boundaries, and supporting mental well-being while away from campus. Participants will create a Break Support Plan and gain practical tools to stay grounded and maintain self-care throughout the holiday season.
Reserve your spot and get the Zoom link here: https://sc-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/HBTkg7IYRFKrhD8KptYdBQ.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
University Ambassador Recruitment
Join Us for the Fall University Ambassadors Tabling Event!
Get to know the friendly faces behind the University Ambassadors program! This fall, our Ambassadors will be hosting a series of tabling events across campus to connect with current students as we recruit for our 2026 Cohort! Whether you're curious about campus tours, student involvement, or just want to meet some enthusiastic Gamecocks, stop by our table to say hello and learn how you can help guide future Gamecocks home.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
RHUU Davis Circle Space 03.
Paul Quigley - The Man Behind the Cane
Professor Paul Quigley, the James I. Robertson, Jr. Associate Professor of Civil War Studies at Virginia Tech, will be visiting us to talk about his new book; The Man Behind the Cane Preston Brooks, Political Violence, and the Road to the Civil War (Oxford University Press, 2026).
Admission Cost: 0.00.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Gambrell Hall 428, Gambrell Hall 429.
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) CoP
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2:20 PM - 3:10 PM,
The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) community of practice provides an intentional space for discussion regarding accessibility in teaching and learning at the university. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to join.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 2:20 PM – 3:10 PM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
Preparing for Second Year Success Workshop
Are you in your first year at USC and moving into your second-year next fall? Are you ready to be an official sopohoMORE? Be sure to join us for this helpful workshop with our top tips for success in year two! An RSVP is required! Hosted by the Carolina Experience office, RSVP online.
Admission Cost: free.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Russell House University Union 305.
SG Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
2026 Buchheit Family Lecture: "Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of The Murdaugh Dynasty: A Distinctly South Carolina Story"
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Please join the College of Information and Communications for the Buchheit Family Lecture on Wednesday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. Valerie Bauerlein, National Affairs Reporter at The Wall Street Journal, will deliver this year’s lecture, “Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of The Murdaugh Dynasty: A Distinctly South Carolina Story.” It will be held in the Campus Room at Capstone (902 Barnwell St. Columbia, SC 29208).
Bauerlein is the author of the instant New York Times bestseller The Devil at His Elbow: Alex Murdaugh and the Fall of a Southern Dynasty and host of the Spotify/The Journal podcast series Camp Swamp Road.
Please note that while this event is free, tickets are required to attend and seating is limited. We recommend arriving early.
Registration link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-buchheit-family-lecture-featuring-valerie-bauerlein-tickets-1983480813507.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Capstone 101 - Campus Room.
Live at the Underground
A weekly concert series put on by students, for students! Featuring live music every Wednesday in the Russell Underground from 7pm to 10pm, ranging from open mic nights to local and touring artists. Free for all USC students with a Carolina Card.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 009 Russell Underground.
Comic Book Bag and Board
Be a preservation Superhero at our Bag & Board party! Help the Irvin Department of Rare Books and Special Collections bag and board rare and vintage comic books. Take a break from studying and see some rare comic books, vote on your favorite cover art, and help preserve comic history!
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Hollings Special Collections Library Program Room.
Teaching with Data from University Libraries
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 10:05 AM - 11:20 AM,
Are you interested in teaching using data but unsure where to start? University Libraries has resources and people who can help you teach your students to understand and work with data. In this session, learn about the Libraries' data collections and librarians who can provide data learning opportunities in a a variety of modalities.
This is an elective session for a certificate of completion in Teaching with the Library.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 10:05 AM – 11:20 AM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Gatekeeper Training
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 11:40 AM - 12:55 PM,
This Compassionate Carolina workshop teaches participants how to recognize warning signs of suicide and respond with care, confidence, and connection. The QPR model equips faculty and staff to support students in distress and foster a culture of compassion and safety throughout the Carolina community.
This is a required session for a certificate of completion in Mental Health and Well-being Competency.
Center for Teaching Excellence, Thomas Cooper Library, Level 5, Room L511,
This is an in-person event that requires physical attendance; register here to attend.
Admission Cost: Free, Register to Attend.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 11:40 AM – 12:55 PM.
Thomas Cooper Library L511.
CAPS Defining Success Workshop
Darla Moore School of Business students only.
Success in college and beyond is often measured by grades, awards, or resumes—but is that the full story? In this interactive workshop, you’ll explore how values, self-compassion, and growth mindset can help you create a healthier, more sustainable definition of success. Through guided reflection and peer connection, you’ll leave with practical strategies to support both your academic goals and personal well-being.
Click here to register and secure your spot today!
This experiential learning opportunity is brought to you by Counseling and Psychology Services (CAPS) and the College of Education!
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Thursday After Dark: USC Night at the Fireflies
Grab your Carolina Card and bring it to Segra Park for Gamecock Entertainment’s “Night at the Fireflies”. All valid Carolina Cards will receive a free student ticket. We will have shuttles running from the Horseshoe starting at 6pm. See y’all at the Ballpark!!
Your ticket will be available at the Gamecock Entertainment tent located near the box office.
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A shuttle will be available to and from The Horseshoe starting at 6pm.
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Parking is $5/car – NO CASH, CARD ONLY
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Cash is not used at the ballpark so please plan accordingly!
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The stadium adheres to a clear bag policy.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Discover USC 2026
Discover USC is the premier annual showcase of research, scholarship, leadership and creative projects by undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars and medical scholars representing the entire USC System, from the Upstate to the Lowcountry. This annual event is proudly sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research. Visit the Discover USC website for complete details, registration, information on shuttles and parking, and much more: https://sc.edu/about/signature_events/discover_uofsc/index.php. This event is free and open to the public; no registration required to drop in. It will be located at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Owning Your Break: Navigating Time Away with Confidence and Care?
Owning Your Break Virtual Workshop,
Extended breaks can bring a mix of comfort, change, and new challenges. Join this interactive virtual workshop on April 24th, 2026, from 2:30-4PM to explore strategies for maintaining balance, setting healthy boundaries, and supporting mental well-being while away from campus. Participants will create a Break Support Plan and gain practical tools to stay grounded and maintain self-care throughout the holiday season.
Reserve your spot and get the Zoom link here: https://sc-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tuMgZ5b8Rx2WeK0IQU2NDw.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Chamber Music Night with USC Chamber Music Ensembles
Student chamber music ensembles of diverse instrumentation (typically including string quartets, piano trios, wind quintets and mixed instrument groups) perform chamber music from Baroque to contemporary.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Student Choreography Showcase
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April 25-26, 2026, Student Choreography Showcase, Drayton Hall Theatre,
2pm daily,
We’ll end the season with a second showcase of original works that have been developed over the spring semester by our gifted student choreographers. The future of dance starts here!
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15- $22.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series
About ghis Show,
The Koger Center for the Arts is excited to host the Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a free outdoor concert series sponsored by the Levitt Foundation. Dedicated to amplifying the cultural landscape of our city, the Levitt AMP Columbia Music series aims to provide free varied and engaging entertainment for the residents of Columbia and the Midlands. Our concert dates for the 2026 Season are set: stay tuned to find out the acts!
All concerts will take place on the outdoor Plaza Stage, with our rain location being the lobby of the Koger Center.
SCHEDULE – All concerts take place from 5-7 p.m.
April 18, 2026 - River Shook Duo, Soda City Brass Band,
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April 25, 2026 - Sunny War, Death Ray Robin,
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May 2, 2026 - Five OHM, Rock & Roll MF's,
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May 9, 2026 - Carolyn Wonderland, Philip Thomas.
Admission Cost: Free Admission.
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Koger Center Plaza Stage.
Student Choreography Showcase
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April 25-26, 2026, Student Choreography Showcase, Drayton Hall Theatre,
2pm daily,
We’ll end the season with a second showcase of original works that have been developed over the spring semester by our gifted student choreographers. The future of dance starts here!
Get Tickets.
Admission Cost: $15- $22.
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Drayton Hall 141.
USC Wind Ensemble and Alumni Concert Band: Windows and Mirrors
Cormac Cannon, conductor, David Warren, guest conductor, Scott Herring, percussion,
The Wind Ensemble concludes their season in a shared concert with the USC Alumni Concert Band. The Wind Ensemble portion includes two new works commissioned in part by the USC Wind Ensemble. Professor of Percussion Dr. Scott Herring will be featured on Joseph Schwantner’s thrilling new concerto for percussion and wind ensemble, Fast Track. Also included is Brian Balmage’s epic new symphony for band, Windows and Mirrors. USC Bands Alumni will gather to rehearse, reminisce, and perform the second half of the program.
Program:
Kabalevsky/Hunsberger, Overture to “Colas Breugnon” Schwantner, Fast Track (Consortium Premiere), Balmages, Windows and Mirrors: Symphony for Band (Consortium Premiere), Alumni Concert Band program TBD.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Sunday, April 26, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium, See Description for Event Location.
Flick on the Field
Everyone’s favorite night is back!!
Come celebrate the end of another school year at Gamecock Park — movie title announcement coming soon!
FREE FOR STUDENTS WITH A VALID CAROLINA CARD!
Weather forecast: High probability of a sandstorm.
Event Timeline
Gates open: 6:30 PM
, Festivities begin: 7:30 PM
, Movie starts: 8:00 PM
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Shuttles will loop continuously from the Horseshoe starting at 6:00 PM. Limited student parking will be available in the Premium South lots. NO TAILGATING WILL BE PERMITTED.
Event Details
Students may bring a towel or blanket to sit on the field.
, Only current USC students may attend.
, First 1,000 students receive free popcorn.
, Athletic clear bag policy will be in effect.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
USC String Project Spring Concert
The USC String Project Concert celebrates the dedication and musical growth of our student and adult musicians. This performance features ensembles from across the String Project program, showcasing players at a variety of stages in their musical journeys.
Tickets are $5 for children (ages 2–17) and $10 for adults. Tickets purchased online will be available at Will Call on the evening of the concert under the name provided at checkout. Tickets may also be purchased at the concert.
Admission Cost: $5 students, $10 adults.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Koger Center Auditorium.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, April 27, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Midnight Breakfast
Join us for a beloved USC tradition to celebrate the end of the semester! Enjoy a free, hot breakfast served by President Michael Amiridis and other USC administrators. Grab your friends, and don’t miss out on commemorative giveaways and fun throughout the evening, while supplies last. See you there for a tasty break as you wrap up the semester!
Where?: Garnet Station and the Pavillion.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 10:00 PM – 11:59 PM.
See event description for more details.
Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series
About ghis Show,
The Koger Center for the Arts is excited to host the Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a free outdoor concert series sponsored by the Levitt Foundation. Dedicated to amplifying the cultural landscape of our city, the Levitt AMP Columbia Music series aims to provide free varied and engaging entertainment for the residents of Columbia and the Midlands. Our concert dates for the 2026 Season are set: stay tuned to find out the acts!
All concerts will take place on the outdoor Plaza Stage, with our rain location being the lobby of the Koger Center.
SCHEDULE – All concerts take place from 5-7 p.m.
April 18, 2026 - River Shook Duo, Soda City Brass Band,
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April 25, 2026 - Sunny War, Death Ray Robin,
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May 2, 2026 - Five OHM, Rock & Roll MF's,
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May 9, 2026 - Carolyn Wonderland, Philip Thomas.
Admission Cost: Free Admission.
Saturday, May 2, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Koger Center Plaza Stage.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, May 4, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series
About ghis Show,
The Koger Center for the Arts is excited to host the Levitt AMP Columbia Music Series, a free outdoor concert series sponsored by the Levitt Foundation. Dedicated to amplifying the cultural landscape of our city, the Levitt AMP Columbia Music series aims to provide free varied and engaging entertainment for the residents of Columbia and the Midlands. Our concert dates for the 2026 Season are set: stay tuned to find out the acts!
All concerts will take place on the outdoor Plaza Stage, with our rain location being the lobby of the Koger Center.
SCHEDULE – All concerts take place from 5-7 p.m.
April 18, 2026 - River Shook Duo, Soda City Brass Band,
,
April 25, 2026 - Sunny War, Death Ray Robin,
,
May 2, 2026 - Five OHM, Rock & Roll MF's,
,
May 9, 2026 - Carolyn Wonderland, Philip Thomas.
Admission Cost: Free Admission.
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Koger Center Plaza Stage.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
The Good, the Bad & the Naked of USC History: Historic Horseshoe History Tour
Have you ever been strolling along the Historic Horseshoe bricks and found yourself wondering about the history of Carolina and its traditions? Well, you're in luck! Meet University Archivist Elizabeth West in front of the Caroliniana for a Horseshoe history tour. Learn the origins of the Tiger Burn and what national record Gamecock students set in 1974! Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
Arboretum Open House
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House,
Take a nature break and bring a friend to USC's wildlife preserve in the heart of Columbia. Open House is the 3rd Sunday of every month, with ecology-themed presentations from faculty and regional experts twice each semester.
4080 Bloomwood Rd. Columbia, SC 29205,
Weekly Hours: Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12, Thursdays 4 - 6 p.m. (winter hours 3-5 p.m.), Volunteers welcome! Contact us at arboretum@sc.edu to let us know you're coming. Find all our Open House speakers and Book Club dates here. ---, Visit the botanic garden horseshoe, pollinator display gardens, and walk through 10 biomes of South Carolina along a 1/3 mile trail. Special stops are at the longleaf pines atop a bluff of fossilized sand dunes, the boardwalk overlooking a bald cypress swamp, a grove of Atlantic white cypress in the central wetland, and the allee of ancient tulip trees in the ravine. Pause at the waterfall or other scenic stops and take in the gifts of nature, here…
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, May 17, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Botany Walk on the Historic Horseshoe
Join the A.C. Moore Herbarium staff on a 1-hour walk to explore the plant life of the historic Horseshoe. The group meets on the steps of McKissick Museum on the third Wednesday of each month. Plants featured or discussed will vary with group interest and by season.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 1, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Undergraduate Research Conference Presentation Grant Deadline
All applications for the Undergraduate Research Conference Presentation Grant should be submitted by 11:59pm today. Students should refer to the grant page of the Office of Undergraduate Research website for more specific information on this grant and others.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM.
See event description for more details.
Tribute to Dr. Johnnie McFadden and the McFadden Endowment
Dr. Johnnie McFadden, USC Benjamin E. Mays Distinguished Professor Emeritus and First African American Tenured Faculty of the 20th century, has made a number of wonderful contributions to the University of South Carolina, Columbia. On Jan. 31 at 1 p.m. we will gather to pay tribute to Dr. McFadden as well as announce the Grace Jordan and Johnnie McFadden Endowment which was established to benefit the Grace Jordan McFadden Professors Program.
The program will be held at the Campus Room of the Capstone Building (898 Barnwell St.). Please indicate if you can accept our invitation to attend this special program. RSVP at the link below by Jan. 23. A reception will immediately follow the program.
Register for the Event here -- https://McFaddenTribute2026.eventbrite.com.
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Capstone 101 - Campus Room.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 8, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 15, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Botany Walk on the Historic Horseshoe
Join the A.C. Moore Herbarium staff on a 1-hour walk to explore the plant life of the historic Horseshoe. The group meets on the steps of McKissick Museum on the third Wednesday of each month. Plants featured or discussed will vary with group interest and by season.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Arboretum Open House
W. Gordon Belser Arboretum Monthly Open House,
Take a nature break and bring a friend to USC's wildlife preserve in the heart of Columbia. Open House is the 3rd Sunday of every month, with ecology-themed presentations from faculty and regional experts twice each semester.
4080 Bloomwood Rd. Columbia, SC 29205,
Weekly Hours: Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12, Thursdays 4 - 6 p.m. (winter hours 3-5 p.m.), Volunteers welcome! Contact us at arboretum@sc.edu to let us know you're coming. Find all our Open House speakers and Book Club dates here. ---, Visit the botanic garden horseshoe, pollinator display gardens, and walk through 10 biomes of South Carolina along a 1/3 mile trail. Special stops are at the longleaf pines atop a bluff of fossilized sand dunes, the boardwalk overlooking a bald cypress swamp, a grove of Atlantic white cypress in the central wetland, and the allee of ancient tulip trees in the ravine. Pause at the waterfall or other scenic stops and take in the gifts of nature, here…
Admission Cost: Free.
Sunday, June 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Stargazing at the Melton Observatory
This historic observatory adjacent to the Horseshoe of the USC Columbia campus (1429 Greene Street) is currently open to the public on clear Monday nights from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm EST (9:00 pm to 11:00 pm during EDT), weather permitting. Anyone is welcome to come by and observe through the 16-inch Cassegrain telescope in the dome and other small telescopes on the observatory deck. See the Moon, planets, stars, clusters, and more through our telescopes free of charge! To find out if the observatory is going to be open on a particular Monday night, please see its Facebook page or call 803-777-8105 or 803-777-8104.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 22, 2026, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.