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Seminar with Dr. Leonardo Bonilha MD, PhD: Language, Brain Health, and Recovery from Neurological Injury
The School of Medicine Columbia proudly presents Dr. Leonardo Bonilha MD, PhD, Dorothea Krebs Professor of Neurology, Senior Associate Dean for Research at the School of Medicine Columbia, and candidate for the SmartState Endowed Chair in Brain Health.
Speaking on “Language, Brain Health, and Recovery from Neurological Injury”
Location: M2 Classroom on the SOMC VA Campus in Building 3 - and, Webex (see below),
Webex meeting link: ,
https://uscmed.webex.com/uscmed/j.php?MTID=mb64c0499abec4c5abf3625829b3ad0d6,
Meeting number 2342 940 0067 Meeting password: 8pvWRVrs3m8,
* Lunch will be provided, please bring your own drink.
Monday, June 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, June 2, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Thesis & Dissertation Workshop
Attend one of our in-person workshops to learn everything about formatting and submitting your thesis or dissertation. We will cover all policies, procedures, and requirements for your thesis or dissertation.
Registration is REQUIRED. To register, please complete this form.
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, June 6, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Davis 209.
Southeastern Piano Festival Signature Concert: USC Jazz Faculty
The stellar faculty of USC’s burgeoning and nationally-recognized jazz program launch the 2025 SEPF with a performance that is sure to thrill.
Tickets are available in person at the Koger Center Box Office (corner of Park & Greene Streets) or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Celebration Concert
The School of Music’s illustrious piano faculty (Phillip Bush, Scott Price, Omar Roy, Nicholas Susi) in a delightful program of solos and an 8-hand finale, from Mozart to Moszkowski.
Tickets are available in person at the Koger Center Box Office or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Sunday, June 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Online Dissertation Writing Academy
Applications are now open for the inaugural Online Dissertation Writing Academy. This is a three-week writing productivity program from the Graduate School, University Libraries, and the Writing Center.
The purpose of the Online Dissertation Writing Academy is to provide structure, accountability, and support in a flexible virtual format for students in online doctoral programs who are looking to make progress on writing their dissertations.
About the program:
Takes place virtually June 9 – 27
, Combination of synchronous and asynchronous programming
Writing workshops
, Regular goal setting and accountability groups
, Support from writing coaches
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Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
See event description for more details. See event description for more details.
ONLINE Thesis & Dissertation Formatting Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn about the policies, requirements and procedures for formatting and submitting your dissertation or thesis. This event will take place on Zoom, and you will receive the Zoom link in an email after registering.
Please visit the Graduate School's Thesis and Dissertation Calendar to view other workshops.
Use this form to register for the ONLINE version of this workshop.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
See event description for more details.
Southeastern Piano Festival Lunchtime Concert
Bring your lunch and enjoy an informal concert in the lobby of Koger Center for the Arts by our SEPF Associates and Graduate Assistants, who are all young rising artists studying piano at USC. Food trucks will be on site for lunch purchases.
Koger Center for the Arts Grand Lobby, Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Koger Center for the Arts.
Southeastern Piano Festival Masterclass: Clayton Stevenson
Mr. Stephenson gives a masterclass to three pre-college students from the USC Piano Institute. Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival: Congaree Trio
USC’s faculty piano trio (Ari Streisfeld, violin; Claire Bryant, cello; Phillip Bush, piano) in a program of Fauré Ortiz, and Brahms.
Tickets are available in person at the Koger Center Box Office (corner of Park & Greene Streets) or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Southeastern Piano Festival Downtown Lunch Concert
Bring your lunch or grab-and-go from any of the many nearby establishments and enjoy performances by the young students of the USC Piano Institute, all in this gorgeously restored 1924 venue in downtown Columbia. Free event!
National Republic Ballroom; 1208 Washington Street.
Admission Cost: Free.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
See Description for Event Location.
Southeastern Piano Festival: Marian Stanley Tucker Lecture Series
The Marian Stanley Tucker Lecture Series serves as an outreach program for professional piano teachers and connoisseurs of piano. This year’s event features a panel discussion moderated by SEPF Artistic Director Phillip Bush, with four alumni of the USC piano program: Bradley Fuller, host and producer of “Sonatas and Soundscapes” on SC Public Radio; Elizabeth Churchya, 2024 DMA Piano Performance, teacher, Manager of Operations for SEPF, and Executive Director of Sinfonia da Camera in Urbana, Illinois; Olivia Colomaio, 2025 DMA Piano Pedagogy and recipient of USC’s award for Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation; and Jordan Knapp, 2025 DMA Piano Performance, composer, and founding member of Some Strings Attached chamber ensemble.
Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free and open to the public.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Artist Showcase: Clayton Stephenson
American pianist Clayton Stephenson’s love for music is immediately apparent in his joyous charisma onstage, expressive power, and natural ease at the instrument. Hailed for “extraordinary narrative and poetic gifts” and interpretations that are “fresh, incisive and characterfully alive” (Gramophone), he is committed to making an impact on the world through his music-making.
From Schubert to Stravinsky, Stephenson’s diverse and virtuoso program will delight Festival attendees!
Tickets are available in person at the Koger Center Box Office (corner of Park & Greene Streets) or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Artist Showcase: Caleb Borick
Former Arthur Fraser Competition winner and winner of 2023 Telekom Beethoven Competition in Bonn, Borick presents a program including Beethoven’s epic “Hammerklavier” Sonata.
Tickets can be purchased in person at the Koger Center Box Office (corner of Park & Greene Streets) or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Wednesday, June 11, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
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.
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Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
Southeastern Piano Festival Masterclass: Phillip Bush
SEPF Artistic Director Phillip Bush works with two pre-college students from the USC Piano Institute. Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Artist Showcase: Drew Petersen
The electrifying pianist, winner of the Avery Fisher Career Grant and American Pianists’ Association top awards, performs works by Adams, Mozart, Wang Jie and Liszt.
Tickets can be purchased in person at the Koger Center Box Office (corner of Park & Greene Streets) or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Arthur Fraser Piano Competition Finals
Morning Session: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Afternoon Session: 2:45 p.m.-5:45 p.m.
Sponsored by the Symphony League of the South Carolina Philharmonic, twelve finalists compete for more than $10,000 in cash prizes and an opportunity to perform with the South Carolina Philharmonic. Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free.
Friday, June 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Masterclass: Liza Stepanova
The renowned pianist/teacher, professor at University of Georgia works with three finalists of the Arthur Fraser Piano Competition. Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free and open to the public.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Masterclass: Drew Petersen
Mr. Petersen works with three finalists of the Arthur Fraser Piano Competition. Free and open to the public.
Admission Cost: Free and open to the public.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
Southeastern Piano Festival Arthur Fraser Piano Competition Winners' Concert
The winners of the Arthur Fraser Piano Competition are featured in an evening of dazzling showstoppers.
Tickets are available in person at the Koger Center Box Office or online.
Admission Cost: $25.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
School of Music 206 Recital Hall.
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 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 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 18, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Thesis & Dissertation Workshop
Attend one of our in-person workshops to learn everything about formatting and submitting your thesis or dissertation. We will cover all policies, procedures, and requirements for your thesis or dissertation.
Registration is REQUIRED. To register, please complete this form.
Admission Cost: Free.
Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
Davis 209.
ONLINE Thesis & Dissertation Workshop
In this workshop, you will learn about the policies, requirements and procedures for formatting and submitting your dissertation or thesis. This event will take place on Zoom, and you will receive the Zoom link in an email after registering.
Use this form to register for the ONLINE version of this workshop.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Carolina Opera Experience
Campers get an exciting, hands-on experience in the art of opera, and the week ends with a public performance. Kids have fun and make new friends while working with professionals and experiencing the excitement of participating in the performing arts!
The program gives children with different levels of musical ability or an interest in performing arts a chance to have an educational experience and gain insight by working with talented and dedicated professionals. They participate in daily workshops that teach the overall techniques of opera production.
Children work with professional-level opera singers, directors and designers as they explore the basics of creating characters with and through music; participate in voice, music reading and rhythm exercises; and learn about set lighting and costume design. Basic knowledge of music and singing is required.
Carolina Opera Experience is directed by Ellen Douglas Schlaefer.
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuition
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Admission Cost: $250.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
School of Music 040.
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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Carolina Opera Experience
Campers get an exciting, hands-on experience in the art of opera, and the week ends with a public performance. Kids have fun and make new friends while working with professionals and experiencing the excitement of participating in the performing arts!
The program gives children with different levels of musical ability or an interest in performing arts a chance to have an educational experience and gain insight by working with talented and dedicated professionals. They participate in daily workshops that teach the overall techniques of opera production.
Children work with professional-level opera singers, directors and designers as they explore the basics of creating characters with and through music; participate in voice, music reading and rhythm exercises; and learn about set lighting and costume design. Basic knowledge of music and singing is required.
Carolina Opera Experience is directed by Ellen Douglas Schlaefer.
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuition
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Admission Cost: $250.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
School of Music 040.
Carolina Opera Experience
Campers get an exciting, hands-on experience in the art of opera, and the week ends with a public performance. Kids have fun and make new friends while working with professionals and experiencing the excitement of participating in the performing arts!
The program gives children with different levels of musical ability or an interest in performing arts a chance to have an educational experience and gain insight by working with talented and dedicated professionals. They participate in daily workshops that teach the overall techniques of opera production.
Children work with professional-level opera singers, directors and designers as they explore the basics of creating characters with and through music; participate in voice, music reading and rhythm exercises; and learn about set lighting and costume design. Basic knowledge of music and singing is required.
Carolina Opera Experience is directed by Ellen Douglas Schlaefer.
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuition
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Admission Cost: $250.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
School of Music 040.
Carolina Opera Experience
Campers get an exciting, hands-on experience in the art of opera, and the week ends with a public performance. Kids have fun and make new friends while working with professionals and experiencing the excitement of participating in the performing arts!
The program gives children with different levels of musical ability or an interest in performing arts a chance to have an educational experience and gain insight by working with talented and dedicated professionals. They participate in daily workshops that teach the overall techniques of opera production.
Children work with professional-level opera singers, directors and designers as they explore the basics of creating characters with and through music; participate in voice, music reading and rhythm exercises; and learn about set lighting and costume design. Basic knowledge of music and singing is required.
Carolina Opera Experience is directed by Ellen Douglas Schlaefer.
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuition
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Admission Cost: $250.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
School of Music 040.
Carolina Opera Experience
Campers get an exciting, hands-on experience in the art of opera, and the week ends with a public performance. Kids have fun and make new friends while working with professionals and experiencing the excitement of participating in the performing arts!
The program gives children with different levels of musical ability or an interest in performing arts a chance to have an educational experience and gain insight by working with talented and dedicated professionals. They participate in daily workshops that teach the overall techniques of opera production.
Children work with professional-level opera singers, directors and designers as they explore the basics of creating characters with and through music; participate in voice, music reading and rhythm exercises; and learn about set lighting and costume design. Basic knowledge of music and singing is required.
Carolina Opera Experience is directed by Ellen Douglas Schlaefer.
Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Tuition
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Admission Cost: $250.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
School of Music 040.
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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, June 30, 2025, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, July 7, 2025, 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.
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Admission Cost: 0.
Thursday, July 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
South Caroliniana Library 910 Sumter Street.
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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 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, July 16, 2025, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, July 28, 2025, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, August 4, 2025, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
Transfer Student Welcome!
All new and returning transfer students are welcome and encouraged to join us for Transfer Student Welcome on August 18! Campus tours, welcome lunch and trivia, workshops on how to succeed as a transfer student, how to get athletic tickets and more!
Event is free and RSVPs are required. Please visit go.sc.edu/transfersuccess for more info and RSVP links.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 9:00 AM – 6:00 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 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, August 20, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 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, August 20, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 009 Russell Underground.
Getting Started in Research Workshop
The "Getting Started in Research" workshop is an interactive session designed to help students explore research opportunities across disciplines. Participants will identify their research interests, learn how to find and reach out to potential faculty mentors, and begin developing a roadmap for their research journey.
To register and learn more, visit https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/undergraduate_research/get-started/index.php.
Admission Cost: $0.
Thursday, August 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 304, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, August 25, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
USC Part Time Job Fair
Part-Time Job Fair,
Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
LOCATION: Russell House Ballroom,
Are you looking for a part-time job on- or off-campus? The USC Career Center invites you to the Fall 2025 Part Time Job Fair!
Prior registration on Handshake is encouraged, but not required. This event is open to USC Columbia students, at all levels and from all majors. Be sure to bring your smart phone for faster check-in.
Come as you are in casual attire- professional dress is not expected for this event. Drop-in between classes or on your way to lunch!
The full list of employers will be available a few days before the fair. Check Handshake periodically as new employers are added as they register. If you have questions prior to the fair, contact the Career Center.
USC Career Center Fall 2025 Career Fairs.
Admission Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Journey Grant for Early Researchers Workshop
This workshop is for students interested in the Journey Grant for Early Researchers. For additional information and to register, please visit: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/undergraduate_research/funding_opportunities/our_funding/early-researchers/index.php.
Admission Cost: $0.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 2:50 PM – 3:50 PM.
Russell House University Union 304, See event description for more details.
Journey Grant for Early Researchers Workshop
This workshop is for students interested in the Journey Grant for Early Researchers. For additional information and to register, please visit: https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/undergraduate_research/funding_opportunities/our_funding/early-researchers/index.php.
Admission Cost: $0.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 10:50 AM – 11:50 AM.
Russell House University Union 304, See event description for more details.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 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, August 27, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 009 Russell Underground.
Getting Started in Research Workshop
The "Getting Started in Research" workshop is an interactive session designed to help students explore research opportunities across disciplines. Participants will identify their research interests, learn how to find and reach out to potential faculty mentors, and begin developing a roadmap for their research journey.
To register and learn more, visit https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/undergraduate_research/get-started/index.php.
Admission Cost: $0.
Thursday, August 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Russell House University Union 304, 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! For updates regarding weather reports and possible cancellations on Monday nights, please visit http://uof.sc/melton.
Admission Cost: Free and Open to the Public.
Monday, September 1, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.