FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS What is the best way to find student organizations? GarnetGate is the online home for our student organizations. Log in using your UofSC username and password to find a full list of student organizations and events to get involved with.
your interests, but if not, the first step to creating a new student organization is to complete the New Student Organization Intent Form. You can find this form on the Leadership and Service Center’s sc.edu website. How do I join Greek life?
Most organizations have flexible expectations around time commitments, so you can decide what level of involvement works for your schedule and interests.
All fraternities and sororities at the University are governed by four councils. Depending on which council the organization is part of, recruitment and intake events will begin early in the fall but also may continue throughout the year. The office of Fraternity and Sorority Life offers a guide to Greek life on its sc.edu website that covers the recruitment process in-depth and includes a list of important dates.
Is it best to get involved in your freshman year or can I wait?
What type of radio station is WUSC?
Most organizations will accept new members of any class standing, so it’s up to you. The sooner you get involved, the earlier you meet your lifelong friends. No two students take the same involvement path, so whenever you are ready to get involved is when you will create your own unique experience.
WUSC FM & HD-1 is an all-student run, Non-Top 40, and noncommercial radio station. WUSC focuses on educating both the DJ and the listener about all different types of music by not playing songs or albums that have charted in the Top 40 in the last 40 years. Instead of airing commercials, it is sustained by support from local businesses and fundraising in the Carolina community.
How long are the time commitments for many organizations?
Can I get involved in student government as a freshman? Yes, Student Government has a Freshman Council that serves as an entry-level opportunity to learn more about SG and allows you to build your leadership skills while being the student voice for the freshman class. Applications are open on GarnetGate now and will close on Sept. 2 at 11:59 p.m. How do I start a new student organization? WIth over 500 student organizations, odds are good that you’ll be able to find one that fits
How do I find people who share my spiritual beliefs? You can check out the Spiritual and Religious Life website on sc.edu. You can also visit GarnetGate and filter the student organizations by a ““Faith-Based & Spiritual” category to narrow the search. A few examples of faith-based student organizations are Baptist Collegiate Ministry, Hillel Foundation, and Muslim Students Association. How do I find underrepresented communities like me?
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) helps represent the historically underrepresented community at the University. They help students create a community of acceptance for individuals as well as nurture an atmosphere of inclusion and positive social change through programming, events and The Intersection student lounge, which is located on the bottom floor of the West Wing of Russell House. What are the programs OMSA offers to first-year students? OMSA offers a Multicultural Assistance Peer Program (MAPP), which connects students from marginalized communities with upperclassmen mentors who provide resources and support throughout the course of the program. For LGBTQ+ students, OMSA hosts Queer Connections, an event series focused on creating community and supportive spaces for queer and trans students. Firstyear students can also participate in OMSA’s social justice program, a 10-week certificate program for students to learn about social justice and how to combat bias and discrimination. What is Hip Hop Wednesday? Hip Hop Wednesday is hosted by the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs. It is a once-a-month event on Greene Street where students, faculty, and staff gather to socialize while a DJ spins new- and oldschool hip hop.
TICKETS How do my parents get season tickets for Gamecock Football? A Parent Season Ticket is a package that includes two season tickets to all seven home games, plus a
membership to the Gamecock Club for $750. Additional tickets can also be purchased for $350 each. Which sports can you earn reward points for attending? You can earn reward points by attending any Gamecock Athletics event.
CAMPUS Is it easy to find my way around campus? Like any larger, urban campus, it may take a little time to get used to finding your way. Luckily, Southern hospitality means all you need to do is ask someone for help if you’re lost! In addition, https://sc.edu/ visit/ also features an interactive campus map to help you find your way to and around campus, and a great strategy is to practice your routes to and from class and dining facilities before the first day of class. Will I need my car on campus? This is truly a personal choice that depends on your specific needs, but first-year students living on campus commonly leave their cars at home since pretty much anything you could need is available on campus. While there are roads that cut through campus and parking options, walking, riding shuttles, biking and skateboarding tend to be the main forms of transportations across the campus itself. Is it best to get a surface lot parking permit or garage parking permit? The type of parking permit that’s best for you completely depends on your preferences. Garage spots are more expensive, but surface lot parking tends to fill up quickly and be in higher demand during the day. Some garages offer first-come, 39
