Excellence Awards, Staff Appreciation Day recognize efforts of USC staff
April 04, 2025, Michaela Taylor
To recognize their hard work and dedication of university staff, USC is hosting two special staff appreciation events during the week of May 19.
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Unique experiences make graduating Cocky's time as mascot worth it
May 04, 2024, Michaela Taylor
When Tramont Miles first read the email, he thought someone was pulling an April Fools' prank on him. It was April 1, 2022 and the email was telling him he was selected for one of the most undercover jobs at South Carolina.
Staff Appreciation and Awards Day 2024
March 15, 2024, Michaela Taylor
University of South Carolina staff are invited to the first Staff Appreciation and Awards Day on Tuesday, May 14.
Gamecock CommUnity Shop provides support to Gamecocks experiencing basic needs insecurities
November 30, 2023, Michaela Taylor
The Carolina Coliseum has housed championship basketball programs, career fairs, events and more. Now, it’s home to one of the most valuable resources on campus: The Gamecock CommUnity Shop.
The Big Fat Greek Gamecock Family
July 25, 2023, Michaela Taylor
When Stan Papajohn first met with the faculty at the College of Pharmacy, he was a man ready to retire after 40 years in the world of retail pharmacy. The deal they struck was for Papajohn to come on as a part-time clinical instructor for “just a few years.” Now, 23 years after he agreed to come on board, Papajohn is officially hanging up the white coat.
Cocky: Out of the Box
May 06, 2023, Michaela Taylor
Sarah Sylvester and the Cocky persona have become incredibly close over her two-year stint as one of the most recognizable mascots in college sports.
Poet laureate pens verse for USC
March 08, 2023, Michaela Taylor
Poetry has been ingrained in Jennifer Bartell Boykin’s life since she was young, and it’s followed her through adventures as a student, journalist, teacher, advisor and more. Now, it’s empowering her as Columbia’s new poet laureate.
Tiger Burn
November 16, 2022, Michaela Taylor
A 30-foot tiger set ablaze could be the stuff of nightmares but for University of South Carolina students, it’s a typical Monday before Thanksgiving break.