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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.
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.
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.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
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.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
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.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
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 8, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
USC Health Professions Career & Internship Fair
Health Professions Career & Internship Fair,
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Carolina Coliseum-701 Assembly Street, Columbia SC 29201; Fair held on the Concourse level, entry through doors closest to the Darla Moore School of Business. This is an in-person event.
The USC Career Center and the College of Nursing invite you to the Fall 2025 Health Professions Fair!
Recruiters attending this event traditionally are recruiting for positions within Hospitals, Fitness Centers, Medical Offices, Pharmaceutical Companies/Distributors/Manufacturers, Medical Device and Supply Manufacturers, Medical Research Facilities, Community Mental Health Centers, Hospice Facilities, Long-Term Care Facilities, School Districts, Healthcare Consulting Firms, Corporate Wellness Offices, and more!
Considering a health-related graduate program? Graduate programs for medicine, public health, nursing and other areas may also be in attendance.
Pre-Registration through your Handshake account is…
Admission Cost: FREE.
Tuesday, September 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, September 10, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.
Partnering with South Caroliniana Library to Improve Student's Primary Source Literacy
Join instruction and outreach librarian Brittany Champion, MLS, for "Partnering with South Caroliniana Library to Improve Students' Primary Source Literacy." Learn how Brittany uses the varied historical and contemporary collections of South Carolina through library instruction to improve student's primary source literacy. This session is ideal for faculty across all disciplines who want to explore how to broaden their student's self-efficacy in research by fostering the use of primary and secondary resources and strengthening connection with library professionals.
Admission Cost: Free.
Thursday, September 11, 2025, 10:05 AM – 11:20 AM.
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, September 15, 2025, 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Melton Observatory 201.
USC STEM Career & Internship Fair (Day 1)
STEM Career & Internship Fair,
Day 1: Wednesday, September 17, 2025: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Day 2: Thursday, September 18, 2025: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Carolina Coliseum-701 Assembly Street, Columbia SC 29201; Fair held on the Concourse level, entry through doors closest to the Darla Moore School of Business. This is an in-person event.
The USC Career Center invites you to the Fall 2025 STEM Career & Internship Fair!
Recruiters from a broad range of industries related to the sciences, technology and computing, engineering, mathematics and data analysis will attend this event to showcase their full-time and/or internship opportunities. Recruiters for STEM-related graduate/professional programs may also be in attendance.
Pre-Registration through your Handshake account is encouraged, but not required, to attend our in-person career fairs. This event is open to USC students and alumni only.
Dress: Business/Professional Attire. Please visit the Gamecock CommUnity Shop where you can check out…
Admission Cost: FREE.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
See event description for more details.
Student Senate Weekly Session
Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Russell House Theater.