at USC T N E M E V L O V IN CONTACT Office of Student Organizations Campus Life Center, Russell House 227 (803) 777-2654 so@mailbox.sc.edu www.sa.sc.edu/studentorgs
Clubs and organizations can provide amazing involvement opportunities for students. Involvement can include attending university events, joining student groups, working on campus, taking part in residence hall activities, being a fan of Gamecock athletics, and much more. It is important to get involved on campus and take part in any organizations that may interest you. Find your organization, find your fit at the University of South Carolina. Students on Carolina’s campus have created groups with interests in everything from the appreciation of music to playing competitive sports, from politics to dance, and from foreign language to community service. With more than 300 registered student organizations on campus, you’re sure to find one that meets your interests, or you can start one of your own.
HOW DO I START? Visit the list of registered student organizations at www.sa.sc.edu/studentorgs. At this site, you can view a list of officers and email addresses or request more information. Many student groups have open membership policies and accept members throughout the school year. Visit the Student Organization Office in the Campus Life Center, Russell House 227. In the office, you can speak with a knowledgeable staff member about the variety of clubs and organizations available and learn about other potential involvement opportunities. Attend a Student Organization Fair. Organization fairs are held the first Wednesday in September and the third Wednesday in January. Visit the information tables on Greene Street and meet representatives from various student organizations. Keep your eyes open. Student groups often host events on Greene Street and post flyers throughout campus, advertising the benefits of clubs, events and activities. Read The Daily Gamecock. The University of South Carolina’s student newspaper is printed daily and highlights student organizations and their events.
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INTEREST KENNY TRACY Hometown: Marietta, GA Major: Sport and Entertainment Management Activities: Student Government, Newman Club, Sport and Entertainment Management Club If I could go anywhere:
Academic Team soateam@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students an opportunity to participate in regional and national competitions Active Minds soactive@mailbox.sc.edu Reduces the stigma of mental illness and promotes mental health awareness through peer contact Alumni Association Student Advisory Board soaasab@mailbox.sc.edu
to the next World Cup in Brazil
Advises student members of the Carolina Alumni Association
Something dorky about me is: I can solve the Rubik’s Cube
American Criminal Justice Association socrimju@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes interest in the field of criminal justice an and gives members a chance to network w with each other and criminal justice pro professionals American Institute of Chemical Engineer Engineers sochemeg sochemeg@mailbox.sc.edu Assists stu students in networking with other students a and professionals in chemical engineeri engineering
Find your niche and dedicate a bulk of your time to succeeding within that niche.
Amnesty International soamnest@mailbox.sc.edu Represents a Nobel Prize-winning grassroots activist organization with more than 1.8 million members worldwide Anglers at USC sofish@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students an opportunity to participate in regional and national fishing tournaments Anthropology Graduate Organization for Research, Action and Ethics soagorae@mailbox.sc.edu Assists in further research action and ethical objectives of graduate students in anthropology Anthropology Student Association soantrho@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes and supports student research and activities in the field of anthropology Association of African American Students soafam@mailbox.sc.edu Provides positive cultural, intellectual, and social activities for all students Baha’i Club sobahai@mailbox.sc.edu Educates others on the principles of the Baha’i faith Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian and Straight Alliance (BGLSA) sobglsa@mailbox.sc.edu Educates the community and provides support and social interactions for the gay, lesbian, and bisexual population Brothers of Nubian Descent (BOND) sonubian@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the retention and academic well being of the African-American male student body
Carolina Association of Pre-Pharmacy Students socapps@mailbox.sc.edu Exchanges ideas and information concerning pharmacy as a profession, motivates interest in the diverse pharmacy practice settings and encourages the building of social networks between prepharmacy students Carolina Association of Sculpture Students sosculpt@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes sculpture as a fine art Carolina Coquettes Dance Team soccdt@mailbox.sc.edu Provides women an environment to grow through the art of dance and be an integral part of the USC Marching Band Carolina Debate Union sodebate@mailbox.sc.edu Prepares students for respectful debate while learning debating skills Carolina Gamers Club sogame@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a fun and competitive environment for students interested in video and tabletop games Carolina Insurance and Risk Management Club sociarmc@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes interest in insurance and risk management Carolina Productions sacp@mailbox.sc.edu Develops entertaining, educational, traditional, and diverse programs for students, faculty, staff, and community members which encompass the ideas, issues, and interests of the University
Carolina Surf Club sosrfclb@mailbox.sc.edu Supports students with a passion for surfing Carolinians Combating Poverty soccp@mailbox.sc.edu Seeks to help the poor through direct service while preparing members to cause systemic change by learning the issues and policies surrounding poverty Changing Carolina sochange@mailbox.sc.edu Offers health and wellness services to the entire Carolina community Clarinet Association soclarnt@mailbox.sc.edu Supports activities of the clarinet studio and increases awareness of clarinet-related events Clay Club soclyclb@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the learning environment of students studying ceramics by offering advice from peers as well as professionals in the field Club Sketch sosketch@mailbox.sc.edu Collaborates with the community in outreach through artwork and explores venues and materials Cockapella sootones@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a capella musical entertainment Cocktails socktail@mailbox.sc.edu Strives to create a unique a capella legacy by participation in fun competition, entertainment and community service and seeking musical self-improvement
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Cocky’s Culinary Club soccc@mailbox.sc.edu
Flying Gamecock Skydiving Club sasky@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides an opportunity for students to learn about the culinary arts and to implement culinary skills while helping the community
Guides students interested in skydiving safety and awareness
Dance Company sodance@mailbox.sc.edu
Coordinates students and faculty interested in the French language, literature and culture
Performs for the campus through professional dance concerts of jazz, ballet and modern dance; and participates in dance workshops DMSB Doctoral Student Association sodmsb@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a forum for doctoral students in business administration and economics to interact socially with faculty, administrators and peers
Game Changers sogc@mailbox.sc.edu Enables students from all departments to lead or participate in realizing studentproprietary product and service ideas as part of a new extended business support network Gamecock Bhangra sobhangr@mailbox.sc.edu
Euphradian Society soes@mailbox.sc.edu
Participates in regional shows and competition related to Bhangra
Prepares generations of Carolinians for leadership, through instilling the values of eloquence, civility and honor
Gamecock FIRSTers sofirst@mailbox.sc.edu
Exercise Science Club soexsccl@mailbox.sc.edu
Inspires high school students to pursue a career in engineering through the FIRST Robotics Competition
Provides information and professional opportunities to students within exercise science Fashion Board sofashio@mailbox.sc.edu Assists students in furthering their knowledge and interest in the fashion industry Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance sofemla@mailbox.sc.edu Represents feminists in a forum for discussion and activism
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French Club sofrench@mailbox.sc.edu
Gamecock Math Club sogmath@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a community for students, faculty and staff interested in mathematics to share ideas, hold discussions and participate in math-related activities with one another and/or a larger community Gamecock Toastmasters Club sogtc@mailbox.sc.edu Assists in the development of communication and leadership skills
Gamecocks Across America soosm@mailbox.sc.edu Aids in the transition of out-of-state students through the use of a mentoring system Geology Club sogeoclb@mailbox.sc.edu Explores the earth systems in a creative environment Green Room Productions sogrnrmp@mailbox.sc.edu Extends artistic opportunities to the entire campus and provides a creative environment for students Happy Sad Face Productions sohsfp@mailbox.sc.edu Produces original, student written theatrical works, improvisational sketches, and provides students with a way to connect with Columbia’s theater community
Hospitality, Retail and Tourism Management Graduate Student Association sohrtm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information of industry news and host events for HRTM graduate students Image soimage@mailbox.sc.edu Empowers young men and women to be positive role models within the community as well as on campus IMBA Marketing Club soimbamc@mailbox.sc.edu Exposes students to new and emerging trends in marketing and prepares members for a career in marketing IMBA Wine Society soimbaws@mailbox.sc.edu Provides academic, professional, and social benefits to all association members
Health Law Society sohlawso@mailbox.sc.edu
Ink! Undergraduate English Association soink@mailbox.sc.edu
Increases awareness and understanding of the challenging types of work that health care lawyers are engaging in and practicing
Fosters and promotes literary, creative, rhetorical, theoretical and multi-media interests
Honors Council sohonors@mailbox.sc.edu
Intercultural Dialogue Student Organization soiid@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides students of the Honors College with enjoyable social activities and engages in services to the campus and Columbia area Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) sohosa@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development for students
Promotes cultural diversity as roots of cultural richness Latin Dance Club solatdc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides practice, training and skill development of specific dances such as salsa, bachatta and merengue
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BRITTANY PRINCE
Marine Science Graduate Students somarine@mailbox.sc.edu
Hometown: Manning, SC
Provides a forum for students with an interest in marine science
Major: Pre-Pharmacy
Measles Initiative Club someasle@mailbox.sc.edu
Activities: Association of African American Students, Homecoming Commission, SAVVY Memorable moment: When USC beat Kentucky in basketball Pet peeves: Having more than one test in a day Something dorky about me is: I wear a lucky ring everytime I take a test
Educates the Carolina community to reach out to less fortunate children around the world by educating and supporting the Measles Initiative of the American Red Cross through fundraising efforts Mock Trial Team somocktt@mailbox.sc.edu Provides preparation and competition in local, regional and national Mock Trial competitions MOKSHA somoksha@mailbox.sc.edu Exposes students to Indian dance and culture Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) somtna@mailbox.sc.edu
National Association of the Teachers of Singing sonats@mailbox.sc.edu Increases knowledge about the professions of teaching and singing National Press Photographers AssociationUSC Chapter sophotog@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages student journalists to better their practice Net Impact Undergrad sonetimp@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes understanding and discussion between students regarding how businesses can be beneficial members of society Nippon Anime School of Heavenly Imagery (NASHI) Club sonippon@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students a forum for watching and collecting Japanese animation Off - Off Broadway soffbway@mailbox.sc.edu Produces and performs musical theater shows
Promotes the values and study of music making to society and supports the professionalism of music teachers
Pan-African Student Association (PANASA) sopanasa@mailbox.sc.edu
NAACP sonaacp@mailbox.sc.edu
Fosters unity, facilitates learning and promotes the welfare and well-being of native African students, Africans in the Diaspora and the continent of Africa
Promotes the economic, political, social and educational status of all minority groups and works towards the elimination of all racial prejudices
Establish yourself and figure out who you are before getting involved.
Pastafarians at USC sopastaf@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a forum for atheists, agnostics, skeptics, deists and the collectively known “non-religious� students
Penn Center Student Board sopenn@mailbox.sc.edu
Rik-a-Sha sorika@mailbox.sc.edu
Aids and delegates all service-oriented activities to the Penn Center in St. Helena Island, S.C.
Provides both choreographic and dance performance opportunities for students
Percussion Society sodrum@mailbox.sc.edu Supports the activities of the percussion studio and increases the attendance and awareness of percussion events Political Science Graduate Student Organization sopsgso@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as a representative organization to voice graduate student concerns/ suggestions to departmental faculty and to promote professional development Project Dance soprodan@mailbox.sc.edu Offers dancers the chance to be part of a dance team Psychology Graduate Student Association sopssa@mailbox.sc.edu Facilitates the exchange of information between psychology faculty and students, advocates on behalf of students to faculty and promotes interaction and exchange between students in psychology training programs Resident Mentor Council sorm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides resources for current resident mentors on campus Rhetoric Society of America sorsa@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes interest in the discipline of rhetoric and composition studies
Roosevelt Institute sorsvlt@mailbox.sc.edu Allows students to explore and use their intellectual capital and effect the policy process Russian Club sorussia@mailbox.sc.edu Gathers students who are interested in the Russian culture and language and provides a community for further understanding and awareness of Russia Students Advocating for a Greener Environment (SAGE) sosage@mailbox.sc.edu Increases on-campus awareness of environmental issues SAVVY sosavvy@mailbox.sc.edu Provides assistance to female students, faculty and staff looking for a way to maximize their chances at self-improvement and enhance their abilities Saxophone Association sosax@mailbox.sc.edu Discusses issues relevant to professional saxophone playing and teaching by bringing in guest artists and lecturers Students Engaged in Aquatic Science (SEAS) soseas@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the educational opportunities, employment and social opportunities of marine science undergraduates and any interested students
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Students for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (SETA) soseta@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a voice and helps animals that are suffering behind closed doors
Acquaints its members with the political process through active participation in the South Carolina state legislature and expresses to the assembly the views of students
Shake Shimmy and Roll-The Belly Dance Club soshake@mailbox.sc.edu
Sport and Entertainment Management Club sosemc@mailbox.sc.edu
Unites belly dancers and inspires others to learn to belly dance to better health
Provides students with an inside view on the sport and entertainment industry
Society for Advancement of the Chemical Sciences soacs@mailbox.sc.edu
Sports Car Club of America somotor@mailbox.sc.edu
Coordinates resources and activities, provides information and promotes educational and social activities for chemistry and biochemistry students
Promotes students interests in motorsports Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) sostem@mailbox.sc.edu
Society of the Study of Ancient History and Archeology sossaha@mailbox.sc.edu
Encourages and recruits science, technology, engineering and mathematics majors
Furthers the study of ancient history and archaeology
Student-Athlete Advisory Committee sosaac@mailbox.sc.edu
Society of Physics Students soasps@mailbox.sc.edu
Mediates between student-athletes, athletic administrators, faculty and the student body as well as strives to promote Gamecock spirit and support for all athletic teams
Promotes increased knowledge of physics and encourages student interest and participation Sound Check sosounck@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an all-male a cappella singing group South Carolina Fighting Gamecock Boxing Team soboxing@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a safe and friendly atmosphere in which participants with varying levels of experience can learn or develop boxing skills
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South Carolina Student Legislature soscsleg@mailbox.sc.edu
Students for Life sos4life@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters respect for human life at all stages of development, both born and unborn, through education and action, not reaction Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) sosife@mailbox.sc.edu Enables leaders in business and higher education to mobilize university students to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders
JI LIM Hometown: Sumter, SC Major: Insurance and Risk Management Activities: Carolina Service Council, Pre-Dental Club, Alpha Lambda Delta Pet peeve: when people cancel meetings last minute If I have 30 free minutes, I: grab a newspaper, go to the nearest Starbucks for a caramel macchiato, and read Three adjectives to describe myself: Friendly, diligent, thoughtful
Swype soswype@mailbox.sc.edu
To Write Love sotowluv@mailbox.edu
Promotes practice and exercise the art of break dancing and tricking along with minor areas of martial-arts and parkour
Offers hope and aids in finding help for those struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide
The Lettered Olive Literary Review solive@mailbox.sc.edu Generates an undergraduate literary journal composed of student submissions that is published annually The Sophomore Initiative sophomor@mailbox.sc.edu Combines services, programs, curricular and co-curricular activities that provide the gateway between a student’s college transition and their future educational career aspirations The South Carolina Education Association soscea@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes professional growth and appreciation for the education profession Tiger Rock Martial Arts at USC sotrma@mailbox.sc.edu Offers students the opportunity to learn a 4,000-year-old martial art for self-defense and personal enrichment
T There’s Th no need to get involved in ten different inv or organizations. Pick a ccouple and get fully immersed into the organization!
Writers Club sowrite@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an open-minded and regular workshop for creative workers of all majors, backgrounds, and levels of skill
HONOR Alpha Epsilon Delta soaed@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages and recognizes excellence in premedical knowledge and promotes cooperation and contact between pre-medical and medical students and their educators Alpha Lambda Delta soald@mailbox.sc.edu Honors freshman students for outstanding academic achievement during their first semester Carolina Judicial Council socsjc@mailbox.sc.edu Offers students charged with conduct violations the option of having their case reviewed by a board of their peers Carolina Scholars Association soschlrs@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes awareness and visibility of the Carolina Scholarship, fosters fellowship among scholars and serves the community Chi Sigma Alpha sochisig@mailbox.sc.edu Offers graduate students, alumni, faculty and student-affairs professionals committed to excellence in academics, research and service to the student affairs profession
Chi Sigma Iota socsi@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes counseling, scholarship, research and education
McNair Scholars Association somsa@mailbox.sc.edu Participates in cultural opportunities and community service while promoting student leadership
Delta Alpha Pi sadap@mailbox.sc.edu
Mortar Board - Alpha Order somboard@mailbox.sc.edu
Strives to change common perceptions by recognizing the academic responsibilities of students with disabilities
Selects and honors senior college students on the basis of distinguished leadership ability, scholarship, community service and the spirit of scholarship
Eta Sigma Delta soesd@mailbox.sc.edu Honors students with a GPA of 3.25 and higher Gamma Beta Phi Club sogbphi@mailbox.sc.edu Recognizes and encourages excellence in education, promotes the development of leadership ability and character in its members, and disseminates and improves education through community service Garnet Circle Student Alumni Council sogarnet@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the goals of the Carolina Alumni Association to the student body Golden Key Club sogoldky@mailbox.sc.edu
National Residence Hall Honorary sanrhh@mailbox.sc.edu Recognizes outstanding leadership, service and dedication to the residence hall system National Society of Collegiate Scholars sonscs@mailbox.sc.edu Recognizes freshmen or sophomore students who excel in providing community service and developing leadership skills Omicron Delta Kappa soodk@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an environment conducive to interaction among student and faculty leaders and provides a forum from which student leaders can learn and benefit
Strives to dedicate members to service Honors Pre-Medical Community sohpmc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and opportunities to Honors College students pursuing careers in the medical field Kappa Delta Pi sakdp@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes excellence in the field of education.
Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society sophial@mailbox.sc.edu Recognizes and promotes scholastic achievement among students and faculty involved in the undergraduate or graduate social work program Phi Alpha Theta sophiat@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes interest in historic scholarship
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Phi Lambda Sigma sopls@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes leadership among pharmacy students
PROFESSIONAL
Phi Sigma Pi sopso@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a co-educational national honor fraternity based on the tripod of scholarship, leadership and fellowship Pi Mu Epsilon sopme@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes scholarship in mathematics Psi Chi sopc@mailbox.sc.edu Furthers the advancement of psychology
Promotes the profession of pharmacy among students and provides students with the opportunity to construct policy and practice in a social atmosphere Actuarial Science Club soasc@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances knowledge in the field of Actuarial Science and provides opportunities for interaction with affiliates in the field Alpha Kappa Psi soakpsi@mailbox.sc.edu
Rho Chi Society sorhochi@mailbox.sc.edu
Offers a professional business fraternity to develop the entrepreneurial mindset in members and promote social and environmental responsibility
Encourages and recognizes excellence in intellectual achievement and instills the desire to pursue critical inquiry to advance the profession of pharmacy
American Marketing Association somarket@mailbox.sc.edu
Sigma Alpha Lambda sosal@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides students the opportunity to interact with professionals and peers while presenting information about the field of marketing
Provides community service through completion of at least one annual project and promotes and rewards academic achievement Sigma Delta Pi sosdp@mailbox.sc.edu
American Nuclear Society sonuclr@mailbox.sc.edu Provides career and professional development, networking for peers and service projects to promote the nuclear industry
Recognizes Hispanic students in a national honors society
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists soashsp@mailbox.sc.edu
Sigma Iota Rho sosir@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes student awareness of pharmacy practice within the health systems, provides information about career directions to students and encourages membership in state and national societies
Promotes excellence in the field of international studies
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A d Academy off S Students d off Ph Pharmacy sopharm@mailbox.sc.edu
American Society of Mechanical Engineers somecheg@mailbox.sc.edu
Biomedical Engineering Society sobmes@mailbox.sc.edu
RYAN KING
Encourages a high standard of citizenship among engineers and encourages engineers to participate in public affairs
Enhances biomedical engineering knowledge
Hometown: Manhattan, NY
Black Graduate Student Association sobgsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Major: Biology (Pre-Pharmacy)
American String Teachers Association sostring@mailbox.sc.edu Prepares members for careers in music teaching through programs and community service Archival Students Guild soarchiv@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a forum to discuss archival issues, identify with the archival profession and engage in professional activities Association of Black Psychologists Student Circle saabpsc@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes communication among black psychology students and aids in the struggle to improve the emotional well-being of people of African descent Association of IT Professionals soitpro@mailbox.sc.edu Provides networking and professional development for students in majors related to information technology
Fosters a sense of community among black graduate students Carolina Finance Club sofnmgmt@mailbox.sc.edu Assists in the professional, educational and social development of college students interested in finance, accounting, economics, banking and investments Carolina Investment Association soinvest@mailbox.sc.edu Educates students in the financial markets by gaining real world experience utilizing classroom concepts Carolina Student Association for the Education of Young People socsaeyc@mailbox.sc.edu Serves and acts on behalf of the needs, rights and well-being of young children in our community with special emphasis on developmental and educational services and resources
Association of Minority Pre-Health Students sofaaps@mailbox.sc.edu Aids in the preparation to medical school with special emphasis on African-Americans and minorities Beta Beta Beta sobiolhs@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as a biological sciences honor organization
Getting involved gives you new resources and networks that makes college life enjoyable and easy!
Activities: Circle K International One future goal: To travel the world with an international hotel chain Pet peeves: People who say “I can’t”, without even trying. Also, people who don’t say “thank you” or even acknowledge you when you hold the door for them. If I could go anywhere, I would go: to Alaska to see the Northern Lights
Chemical Engineering Graduate Student Organization soceg@mailbox.sc.edu
Criminology and Criminal Justice Graduate Student Association soccjgsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Creates a sense of community among graduate students within the department and facilitates communication with regional industrial contacts
Provides assistance, activities and advocacy for graduate students in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice
Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. sochieta@mailbox.sc.edu
Delta Sigma Pi sodsp@mailbox.sc.edu
Serves humanity by providing community service in the new millennium
Offers a professional business fraternity organized to foster the study of business in universities
Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International socpfi@mailbox.sc.edu
Doctor of Physical Therapy Student Organization sodptso@mailbox.sc.edu
Facilitates, encourages and teaches pharmacists and prospective pharmacists how to extend God’s love to their patients as an important part of their practice
Provides community outreach and education about the physical therapy profession
Club Manager’s Association of America somgrs@mailbox.sc.edu Expands knowledge of club management to those students working to obtain a career in club management College of Pharmacy Graduate Student Association socopgsa@mailbox.sc.edu Builds a social and professional network in research and development with pharmaceutical and biomed institutions College of Pharmacy Student Government sopharsg@mailbox.sc.edu Organizes and coordinates political and professional functions and enables students, faculty and staff to participate in the advancement of pharmacy Collegiate Middle Level Association somidlev@mailbox.sc.edu
Educational Studies-Graduate Student Organization soedugso@mailbox.sc.edu Serves the professional and social needs of graduate students in the educational studies department Entrepreneurship Club sonewbiz@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters an environment for ideas and information on entrepreneurs Geography Graduate Student Association sogeogsa@mailbox.sc.edu Furthers professional, academic and social development of those graduate students interested in the field of geography Global Business Council sogbc04@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes a deeper understanding of international business through guest speakers, workshops and international outreach projects
Engages middle level teacher candidates in practices and professional development
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ELENA FARIA
Graduate Biology Student Association sobiogsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Hometown: Milledgeville, GA
Provides professional opportunities and social activities for graduate students in the departments of Biology and Marine Science
Major: Broadcast Journalism (political science minor)
Healthcare Executives Student Association sohealth@mailbox.sc.edu
Activities: Carolina Judicial Council, Student Government, Gamecock Leadership Society, Carolina Ballroom, Waverly After School Program Memorable moment: Walking into my dorm room on move-in day for the first time ever and realizing this was going to be “home.�
Promotes leadership and networking skills within the external health care community IMBA Student Association sombasa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides academic and social benefits for members through activities, community service projects and corporate relations projects International Undergraduate Journal for Neuroscience (IMPULSE) soneuro@mailbox.sc.edu
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers soelctrc@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes advances in technical and professional aspects of electrical engineering and computer science International Association of Business Communicators saiabcsc@mailbox.sc.edu Offers students additional activities, meetings and events in the field of public relations Library and Information Science Student Association lissa@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as a forum for professional discussion and programs regarding library science Master of Accountancy Student Association soacctax@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides academic, professional and social Reviews neuroscience research manuscript benefits to all MACC and MTAX students submissions from undergraduate students and coordinates campus events for the annual Brain Awareness Week Master of Human Resources Association somhra@mailbox.sc.edu Institute of Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Open School soihi@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes human resources activities and social activities
Connects students from all university health professions in order to promote an interprofessional educational community focused on patient safety, quality improvement and leadership
Master of Public Administration Student Association sompasa@mailbox.sc.edu Supports the educational advancement and professional endeavors of students Medical Graduate Student Association somgsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Get involved and be passionate about what you take part in!
Provides social and academic activities for members, promotes unity among graduate students at the Medical School and provides service projects for the community
Medical Student Association somedsa@mailbox.sc.edu
National Society of Black Engineers soblkeng@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides community service to the Columbia area and the Carolina community and promotes a support and social network for students
Increases the recruitment, retention and successful graduation of minorities in science, math and engineering
Moore Association of Graduate Women somagw@mailbox.sc.edu Facilitates the networking process for its members through speaker programs, regional and national conference attendance, and numerous other activities offered on the local and national level National Art Education Association soartedu@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a professional art education association for future art teachers National Association of Black Accountants sonabasc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a national association that deals forthrightly and effectively with the many common problems faced by African Americans in the professional world of business National Community Pharmacists Association soncpa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a forum for pharmacy students to learn about the many career options available in independent pharmacy practice National Dance Education Organization sondeo@mailbox.sc.edu Creates a network of past, present and future dance educators to focus on peer support and furthering the field of dance education
National Society of Minorities in Hospitality sominhos@mailbox.sc.edu Aids in the recruitment, retention, support and advancement of minority students in the hospitality industry National Student Speech and Hearing Association sonsslha@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages professional interest in the study of speech language pathology Net Impact soimpact@mailbox.sc.edu Increases awareness of corporate social responsibility Operations Club sooc@mailbox.sc.edu Enables all students interested in operations to interact with each other and visit operations facilities Palmetto Chapter of Professional Convention Managers Association sopcpcma@mailbox.sc.edu Serves the association community by enhancing the effectiveness of meetings, conventions and exhibitions through member and industry education Palmetto State Teachers Association Student Chapter sopstasc@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages the development and practice of high standards of personal and professional conduct among all educators
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ROHAIL KAZI
Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law sopadlaw@mailbox.sc.edu
Social Work Student Association sosw@mailbox.sc.edu
Hometown: Greenville, SC
Connects students and teachers of law with members of the legal profession and community
Provides assistance, friendship and community service activities for all students and faculty members
Phi Beta Lambda sopbk@mailbox.sc.edu
Society of Human Resource Management soshrm@mailbox.sc.edu
Enables members to meet and network with others at local, state and national conferences through the development of leadership and communication skills
Provides students interested in the personnel function with exposure to personnel professionals through guest speakers, meetings of our parent chapter, shadow programs, company tours and workshops
Major: Chemistry (Minor in Business) Activities: Student Government, Honors Residence Hall Government One future goal: I would like to own a sailboat and take a few weeks to sail through the Caribbean. Three adjectives to describe myself: Tenacious, Dedicated, Goofy
Pi Epsilon Mu sopem@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a physical education honor society for students Pre-Dental Club sodental@mailbox.sc.edu Informs students about dentistry and helps students apply to dental school Pub Club sopubclu@mailbox.sc.edu Enables students who are working on their Ph.D. to form a supportive and collaborative network with each other and mentoring faculty members Public Relations Student Society of America soprssa@mailbox.sc.edu Serves members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities
Get involved early and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it.
Sociology Graduate Student Association sosgsa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students interested in the sociology field a chance to explore, communicate and experience the world of sociology together South Carolina Athletic Training Student Association sascatsa@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the athletic training profession through educational and social activities Sport and Entertainment Management Graduate Student Association sosport@mailbox.sc.edu Offers practical experience and provides superior learning and networking opportunities Student Advertising Federation soadvert@mailbox.sc.edu Focuses on the world of advertising through speakers, trips to agencies and competitions Student Bar Association sosba@mailbox.sc.edu Governs a legislative and executive council to sponsor and maintain services deemed beneficial to the students of the School of Law
Student National Pharmaceutical Association sosnpha@mailbox.sc.edu Organizes, coordinates and executes programs geared toward the improvement of the health, educational and social environment of the community Student Nurses Association sonurse@mailbox.sc.edu
Women in Business Council soscwbc@mailbox.sc.edu Establishes a networking community for women to grow, learn and develop professional skills
POLITICAL
Contributes to nursing education in order to provide for the highest quality of health care College Democrats at USC sodems@mailbox.sc.edu Student Personnel Association Promotes awareness of the goals and values sospa@mailbox.sc.edu of the Democratic Party on campus and assists Promotes interest and involvement in the development of students in higher education through association with students, faculty and staff who are interested in the field Teaching Fellows Association sotfa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and assistance to students who have received the Teaching Fellows Scholarship from the state of South Carolina The Gamecock Economics Society soecon@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as a platform for students to apply their economic knowledge outside of the classroom setting and to instill a sense of community between economics students and professionals within the field Theta Tau at USC sotheta@mailbox.sc.edu Develops and maintains a high standard of professional interest among our members and unites them in a strong bond of fraternal fellowship
students in becoming involved in the political process College Republicans socr@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the principles of the Republican Party Green Party sogreen@mailbox.sc.edu Increases understanding of Green Party ideas and principles including the support of environmental causes International Socialist Organization socr@mailbox.sc.edu Increases understanding of socialist ideas and principles, and supports causes for equal rights International Students for Social Equality soisse@mailbox.sc.edu Educates students and workers in the principles and history of the International Trotskyist Movement Organizing for America soorg4am@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the movement that was started by Obama for America to bring about the agenda for change
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MEDIA
INTERNATIONAL
Garnet & Black Magazine gandbe@sc.edu Publishes a student interest magazine which serves as an outlet for the creative talent of the Carolina community News from Last Thursday sothurs@mailbox.sc.edu Publishes an online mock humorous newspaper SGTV sasgtvsm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides hands-on experience in video production, editing and distribution for media arts, journalism and other interested students
Provides a cultural organization for Bangladeshi students Filipino American Student Association soflipi@mailbox.sc.edu Introduces and shares aspects of Filipino culture with members, community and the campus Friendship Association of Chinese Students and Scholars sofacss@mailbox.sc.edu Establish friendships among Chinese students and between Chinese and American students
The Daily Gamecock sagcked@mailbox.sc.edu
Global Scholar Network soschol@mailbox.sc.edu
Produces the campus newspaper
Enhances the intellectual and social capital of global scholars
WUSC FM-Columbia sawuscsm@mailbox.sc.edu Operates a student-run radio station that serves as a community resource both for educational and entertainment purposes
L L A H E C N E D I S E R government
Residence Hall Association sorha@mailbox.sc.edu
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Bangladesh Student Association sobsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Represents the residents and governments of all residence halls to administrative decision-making bodies affecting on-campus residents
Indian Cultural Exchange soice@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an organization that teaches those interested in various aspects of the Indian culture, tradition, customs and trends Indian Student Organization soindian@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the interaction of people of different cultures, provides a social support network for new Indian students and lets others know about the values and culture of India International Student Association sointrsa@mailbox.sc.edu Supports American and international student members to form lasting friendships and enjoy cultural events and excursions
Korean International Student Association sokisa@mailbox.sc.edu
Vietnamese Student Association sovietnm@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides information and assistance to future and current Korean international students
Provides a network of interaction within the community and a social friendship within the Vietnamese culture while exploring and interacting with other international organizations
Muslim Students Association somuslim@mailbox.sc.edu Provides academic support and services to Muslim students and promotes social interaction among students Nihon Club sonihon@mailbox.sc.edu Exchanges the Japanese culture with students Saudi Student Association sosaudi@mailbox.sc.edu Reflects a good picture of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and provides aid and information to the Saudi students and their families and everyone interested in Saudi Arabia and the Middle Eastern culture South Carolina Egyptian Student Association soscesa@mailbox.sc.edu Exposes the true civilized and cultural character of Egypt and its history in front of America and international societies Students Associated for Latin America (SALA) solatin@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes cultural awareness with regard to Latin American issues, countries and people, both on and off-campus Taiwanese Student Association sotaiwan@mailbox.sc.edu Provides service and networks for students and families from Taiwan Turkish Student Organization soturks@mailbox.sc.edu Introduces the Turkish culture with activities gathering Turkish students as a community
FRATERNITIES Alpha Epsilon Pi soaepi@mailbox.sc.edu Provides the opportunity for Jewish men to be able to join a Jewish organization whose purpose is not specifically Jewish but rather social and cultural in nature Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. soaphia@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a social, community-service based organization that operates under the tenets of manly deeds, scholarship and love for all mankind Alpha Tau Omega soato@mailbox.sc.edu Binds men together in a brotherhood with a bond as strong as right itself and as lasting as humanity Beta Theta Pi sobeta@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a values-based fraternity experience which aids the individual, builds the fraternity and strengthens the academic institution through lifelong devotion to intellectual excellence, high standards of moral conduct and responsible citizenship
Get involved, and help the University that has already offered you so much.
KATIE THOMPSON Hometown: Lexington, SC Major: M R Retailing and Public R Relations A Activities: Delta Delta Delta, Dance Marathon, Relay for Life, Executive Homecoming Commission, Alpha Lambda Delta, Student Government, Carolina Service Council, College Republicans, and Fashion Board Favorite thing: People and coffee
Chi Psi sochipsi@mailbox.sc.edu
Lambda Chi Alpha solambda@mailbox.sc.edu
Aids in the moral, intellectual and social advancement of young college students in helping them become gentlemen
Encourages young men and molds them into model citizens of the future through philanthropy and various other activities
Delta Tau Delta sodtd@mailbox.sc.edu
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. soopp@mailbox.sc.edu
Betters men’s lives by instilling in them the mission and values of the founding fathers of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity
Promotes manhood, scholarship and perseverance
Delta Upsilon sodu@mailbox.sc.edu
Phi Kappa Sigma sophikap@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes friendship, development of character, advancement of justice and diffusion of liberal culture
Promotes brotherhood as well as social, and cultural interaction
Fraternity Council sofrat@mailbox.sc.edu Regulates and disciplines all fraternities at the University Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. soipt@mailbox.sc.edu
Phi Sigma Kappa sopsk@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes brotherhood and friendship between men and represents the ideals of chivalry Pi Kappa Alpha sopka@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the development and perpetuation of scholarship, leadership, citizenship, fidelity and brotherhood
Promotes integrity, intellect and achievement for our members, host institutions and the surrounding communities
Kappa Alpha Order sokao@mailbox.sc.edu
Pi Kappa Phi sopkp@mailbox.sc.edu
Constitutes an Order of Knighthood, is military in organization and government, religious in feeling and chivalrous in ideals
Expresses the shared values and ideals as contained in the Ritual of Initiation, Supreme Law and fraternity policy
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. sokap@mailbox.sc.edu
Sigma Alpha Epsilon sosigae@mailbox.sc.edu
Extends the fraternity’s creed, objectives and the purposes of the Grand Chapter
Promotes brotherhood as well as social, and cultural interaction as defined in the national constitution
Kappa Sigma sokisigma@mailbox.sc.edu At the heart of Kappa Sigma lies the fraternity’s four pillars of fellowship, leadership, scholarship and service
Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity, Inc. sosigbrh@mailbox.sc.edu Strives to uphold the ideals of society, brotherhood and remembrance because we believe that by doing so, our future may become a more promising one
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Sigma Chi sosigchi@mailbox.sc.edu
Chi Omega sochio@mailbox.sc.edu
Cultivates the high ideals of friendship, justice and learning
Promotes the betterment of women and a sisterhood that provides a network of friends and life-long development for collegiate and alumnae members
Sigma Nu sosignu@mailbox.sc.edu Develops ethical leaders inspired by the principles of love, honor and truth Sigma Phi Epsilon sosph@mailbox.sc.edu Develops a sound mind and sound body by building balanced leaders for the world’s communities
Establishes a perpetual bond of friendship among its members, develops a stronger and more womanly character, broadens the moral and intellectual life and assists its member in every possible way Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. sodst@mailbox.sc.edu
Theta Delta Chi sarhopro@mailbox.sc.edu
A public service sorority
Brothers united in promotion of fraternity among its members and providing passionate support for the ideals of diversity, individuality, and inclusiveness
Delta Zeta sodz@mailbox.sc.edu
SORORITIES Alpha Chi Omega soachio@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes scholarship, leadership, service and friendship Alpha Delta Pi soadpi@mailbox.sc.edu Strives to uphold the principles of sisterhood: Christianity, friendship, loyalty and philanthropy Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. soaka@mailbox.sc.edu
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Delta Delta Delta sotridel@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes high scholastic and ethical standards and forms a band of sisterhood and friendship among college women with which we will use to serve the community and mankind
Unites its members in the bonds of sincere and lasting friendship, stimulates one another in the pursuit of knowledge, promotes the social culture of its members and develops plans for guidance and unity in action; objects worthy of the highest aim Gamma Phi Beta Sorority sogphi@mailbox.sc.edu Strives to uphold love, labor, learning and loyalty Kappa Delta Sorority sokds@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes true friendship among the college girls of our country by inculcating into their hearts and lives those principles of truth, of honor and duty, without which there can be no true friendship
Kappa Kappa Gamma sokkg@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages those to learn more about tradition of leadership and why a membership in Kappa Kappa Gamma is truly an experience for a lifetime Phi Mu sophimu@mailbox.sc.edu Provides personal, academic development, service to others, and commitment to excellence and lifelong friendships through a shared tradition
SERVICE Alpha Phi Omega soaphio@mailbox.sc.edu
Hometown: Florence, SC
Provides service and promotes leadership and friendship to campus, community and the nation
Major: International Studies
Amigos del Buen Samaritano soamigos@mailbox.sc.edu
Activities: International Student Association, Dance Marathon, Carolina Productions
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority Inc. sosgr@mailbox.sc.edu
Coordinates volunteers at the West Columbia location of Good Samaritan Clinic to interpret, assist in electronic data entry of patient files and raise funds/write grants for the clinic
Provides a social sorority that works in the community, specializing in education and betterment of youth
Believe in Tomorrow’s Children’s Foundation sobeliev@mailbox.sc.edu
Sorority Council sorority@mailbox.sc.edu
Raises campus awareness on how beneficial Believe in Tomorrow respite housing programs are for critically ill children and their families
Maintains sorority relations at a high level of accomplishment and in doing so promotes scholarship Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. sozph@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters the ideals of service, charity, scholarship, civil and cultural endeavors, sisterhood and finer womanhood Zeta Sigma Chi Sorority, Inc. sowmtom@mailbox.sc.edu Dedicated to success, education and multiculturalism Zeta Tau Alpha sozta@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes sisterhood, service to the community, University involvement and philanthropic endeavors among members while encouraging scholarship and the betterment of individual members
HIMALI SHAH
Best Buddies sobuddie@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for oneon-one friendships Black Social Work Student Association sobswsa@mailbox.sc.edu Facilitates open dialogue and retention of MSW students of color; promotes academic excellence, scholastic networks and cultural diversity; fosters professional and recreational activities; provides a nurturing environment and advocates for students
As a student getting involved, take initiative, because that’s when you start having fun.
Memorable moment: in ISA, I met some students from Saudi Arabia. They were passing around a riyal ($1) and I asked to see it. They told me I could keep it, for when I visit one day. I have that riyal tucked right next to my map of the world. Three adjectives to describe myself: passionate, hard working, and caring
Carolina Service Council sacsc@mailbox.sc.edu
Kappa Kappa Psi sokkp@mailbox.sc.edu
Organizes campus-wide service and service-learning programs for the Carolina community via Community Service Programs
Recognizes outstanding collegiate band members through a national honorary band fraternity
Circle K socircle@mailbox.sc.edu
Lions Club at USC solions@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides a service organization mainly focusing on helping children
Helps others in need of humanitarian assistance by means of preserving sight, combating disability, promoting health, serving youth and responding to natural disasters
Dance Marathon sodm@mailbox.sc.edu Raises money benefiting children with cancer and blood diseases at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital Ducks Unlimited soducks@mailbox.sc.edu Raises funds for and awareness of the conservation of waterfowl and wetlands Engineers Without Borders soewob@mailbox.sc.edu Creates a more stable and prosperous world by addressing people’s basic human needs by providing necessities such as clean water, power, sanitation and education Epsilon Sigma Alpha soesa@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes service and sisterhood throughout the world
Natural Path Meditation Group sonatpth@mailbox.sc.edu Enables interested students to practice meditation to regulate and train their mind leading to their self-development and eventually greater human integration Omega Phi Alpha soopa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a community service sorority ONE Carolina Chapter soone@mailbox.sc.edu Supports the fight to end extreme poverty and the spread of preventable diseases by advocating to our leaders and raising awareness Orientation Leaders Association saorien@mailbox.sc.edu
Habitat for Humanity sohabita@mailbox.sc.edu
Aids in the transition of new students to campus
Enlists students in helping to provide adequate housing to the working poor of Columbia and helps strengthen the relationship between USC and the Columbia community
Relay for Life at USC sor4life@mailbox.sc.edu Raises funds for the American Cancer Society through the support of students
Student Educators for Emotional Development (SEED) soseed@mailbox.sc.edu
University Ambassadors souniamb@mailbox.sc.edu
Increases the awareness of mental health issues and promotes emotional wellness
Represents USC and imparts its vital history, opportunities, attributes, and benefits when welcoming visitors to campus
Student Anti-Violence Educators sosave@mailbox.sc.edu
Vive Haiti sovive@mailbox.sc.edu
Educates student organization leaders and the student body about men’s roles in violence, violence prevention and bystander intervention
Raises awareness, funds and resources for education and health care in Haitian orphanages
Student United Way sounited@mailbox.sc.edu
Waverly After School Program (GameCOPS) sogameco@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes leadership and service among students through volunteering, advocating, and giving back to the University and the surrounding community
Assists in the personal and educational development of children living in the vicinity of the University, particularly the Waverly Community
Tau Beta Sigma sotaubs@mailbox.sc.edu
Women in Science and Engineering sowse@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the existence and welfare of the University band program, honors outstanding members, and provides a meaningful social experience
Promotes a strong community of future women scientists, mathematicians and engineers who want to foster interest in younger students in science and mathematics
TOMS at USC sotoms@mailbox.sc.edu Educates the campus about the TOMS movement: every pair of shoes you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need Undergraduate Social Work Student Association souswsa@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages fellowship and on-campus participation of undergraduate social work majors and minors
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KIZER CRUM
Chosen Gospel Ensemble sochosen@mailbox.sc.edu
Hometown: Irmo, South Carolina Major: Public Health, Scientific Foundations – Pre Med Activities: Playing the Violin, Hanging out with Family and Friends, Volunteering, and Research Three adjectives to describe myself: Determined, Loving, and Goofy One future goal: My long-term goal is to become a trauma surgeon.
Promotes unity, spiritual self-esteem and diversity amongst choir members, leaders and musicians in order to effectively share the message of Jesus Christ through music Baptist Collegiate Ministry sobaptis@mailbox.sc.edu Serves and ministers to students by facilitating spiritual growth while in college Campus Advance soadvance@mailbox.sc.edu Offers anyone on campus the opportunity to be more involved in informal Bible study and to form Christian friendships Campus Crusade for Christ socrusad@mailbox.sc.edu Helps students to grow spiritually in their lives by teaching them the basics of the Christian life Canterbury of Columbia socanter@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an Episcopal ministry by and for young people Chinese Student’s Christian Fellowship sochines@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the fellowship among Christians and shares the Gospel of Jesus Christ
Get involved with organizations that meet your interest.
Christ’s Student Church at Carolina (Church of Christ) sococ@mailbox.sc.edu Exists to glorify Christ on the Carolina campus with the lives of students through worship, Bible study, relationships and Godly social interaction Cross Impact Campus Ministries socicm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a forum for Bible studies, prayer meetings and social events First College Ministry sofrstcm@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages students to encounter God Gamecocks Rejoicing in Anglicanism’s Christian Essentials sograce@mailbox.sc.edu Provides members of the USC community with an opportunity for Christian prayer and worship in the Anglican tradition Hill of the Lord University Church sohillc@mailbox.sc.edu Seeks to greatly impact the collegiate campus and the world beyond where people see believers chasing after God in a corporate environment and witness them worshiping Him by the testimony of their daily lives Hillel Foundation sohillel@mailbox.sc.edu Provides guidance and organization for religious, cultural, educational, social, welfare and interfaith activities for Jewish students
Impact Movement soimove@mailbox.sc.edu
Newman Club sonewman@mailbox.sc.edu
Aids to spiritually edify the African American community
Provides spiritual as well as social support for Catholic Carolina students
International Friendship Ministries sofriend@mailbox.sc.edu
Orthodox Christian Fellowship soocf@mailbox.sc.edu
Helps international students adjust to American culture, develop friendships with Americans, enrich each other’s lives crossculturally and share our faith through word and deed in mutual interchange
Meets the religious needs, fosters fellowship and provides a forum for discussion among Orthodox Christian students and students interested in Orthodox Christianity
Jewish Life on Campus sojlc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an opportunity for USC students and the Carolina community to have opportunities to learn about Jewish practice, law, Zadakah, prayer, history, customs, holidays, Zionism, Holocaust and every other aspect of Judaism for which the members choose to participate Kappa Upsilon Chi sokup@mailbox.sc.edu Glorifies Jesus Christ and influences the community through servant lifestyles to pursue a positive attitude and spirit Lutheran Campus Ministries solcm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a center for worship and fellowship for Lutheran and other students on campus Methodist Student Network sowesley@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a campus ministry sponsored by the United Methodist Church Midtown College somidtown@mailbox.sc.edu
Presbyterian Student Association sopsa@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the good news of God’s love in Jesus Christ to the higher education community of Columbia by inviting, equipping and challenging students, faculty and staff to respond to the call of the Holy Spirit and to grow in faith and discipleship Reformed University Fellowship soruf@mailbox.sc.edu Reaches students for Christ and equips students to serve River City Network sorcn@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students, their friends and families a place for fellowship, Bible discussion and prayer in order to facilitate becoming fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ, and provide the level of fellowship necessary to develop authentic, godly relationships and foster a strong sense of community Shandon College Ministry sofocus@mailbox.sc.edu Helps students connect to each other, the church and God
Exposes students to the irresistible love of Christ and equipping them to love and serve their world
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Sigma Alpha Omega saochi@mailbox.sc.edu
Bodybuilding and Fitness Club sobodfit@mailbox.sc.edu
Commits to living according to the ideals of Christ and His word, uplifting each other through fellowship and service and bringing the love of Christ to campus
Educates its members in weight training, bodybuilding and fitness techniques, styles and methods, nutrition and overall wellness education
The Navigators sonavigt@mailbox.sc.edu
Carolina Ballroom socbalrm@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the commitment to the Word, the focus on spiritual disciplines and our commitment to seeing the Great Commission fulfilled in our generation.
Teaches ballroom dancing to students, faculty and staff
The Shack soshack@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an interdenominational Christian ministry for students who are seeking closer community with one another, asking honest questions about faith and wanting to develop a more intimate relationship with Jesus Chris that is evident in their lives
Carolina Jiu Jitsu soscbjj@mailbox.sc.edu Educates members on the art of softness or way of yielding a collective name for Japanese martial art styles including unarmed and armed techniques Carolina Women’s Ultimate Frisbee socwuf@mailbox.sc.edu Participates in practices and tournaments
Word of God College Ministry sowgcm@mailbox.sc.edu Creates an opportunity for college students to learn about salvation and interact with other Christian organizations Young Life of Columbia soylcola@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a body of Jesus Christ committed to sharing the good news with high school folks by investing in their lives
SPORTS Bike Club sobike@mailbox.sc.edu Provides fellow road and mountain bikers the opportunity to ride both recreationally and competitively
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Club Field Hockey soclubfh@mailbox.sc.edu Participates in tournaments and scrimmages Club Tennis soclbten@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students with an activity that promotes camaraderie, competition and enjoyment Cross Country Club soxcclub@mailbox.sc.edu Creates a group for runners who would like to run with a team and compete in an enjoyable atmosphere Fencing Club sofence@mailbox.sc.edu Offers fencing instruction and competition opportunities for beginning, intermediate and advanced fencers
Gamecock Badminton Club sobadmin@mailbox.sc.edu
International Soccer Club sofutbol@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes badminton as a new sport tradition, while training and maintaining a group of competitive players who participate in tournaments
Engages in sport activities to train and play soccer
Gamecock Disc Golf sodiscgo@mailbox.sc.edu
Members of the MCLA and the SELC lacrosse leagues, practice two to three times a week and play in a spring season
Promotes the sport of disc golf and provides members with an opportunity to compete with other universities and colleges
Men’s Club Volleyball somvolly@mailbox.sc.edu
Gamecock Racquetball Club sorbclub@mailbox.sc.edu
Participates in intercollegiate men’s volleyball
Creates an opportunity for participation in racquetball among students
Men’s Soccer Club somsoccr@mailbox.sc.edu
Gamecock Table Tennis Club sottc@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides an arena for soccer competition for students between the intramural and intercollegiate levels
Promotes table tennis and enhances the skills of members through organized practice sessions and competitive play
Mountaineering and Whitewater Club somwc@mailbox.sc.edu
Gamecock Wrestling Club sowrestl@mailbox.sc.edu
Encourages and develops the sports of backpacking, rock climbing, ice climbing and whitewater boating
Provides training and resources to compete successfully at the national level Golf Club sogolf@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students the opportunity to play daily Ice Hockey Club soihocky@mailbox.sc.edu
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Lacrosse Club solacros@mailbox.sc.edu
Roller Hockey Club sorhocky@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students, faculty and staff with an opportunity to participate in a recreational and competitive inline-hockey environment Rugby Team sorugby@mailbox.sc.edu
Competes in the sport of ice hockey against club teams at other universities
Educates members on game strategy and basic skill to be applied in competition matches
ISHA Equestrian Team sofutbol@mailbox.sc.edu
Scuba Club soscuba@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes participation and sportsmanship in equestrian competition among all students without regard to their level of riding skill
Promotes interest in scuba and skin diving and the diffusion of knowledge concerning this sport
Seidokan Aikido Club soaikido@mailbox.sc.edu
Water Polo Club sowpolo@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes self-development through mind-body training exercises, increases proficiency in self defense and promotes a philosophy of harmony in daily activities
Introduces students to water pol
South Carolina Club Baseball sobaseba@mailbox.sc.edu
Offers all eligible women in a highly competitive yet friendly atmosphere in which greatness is achieved through individual effort and teamwork
Gives students the opportunity to play baseball at a competitive level while promoting a healthy lifestyle South Carolina Club Football soclubfb@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an atmosphere for members who enjoy the game and work hard to be the best
Women’s Club Volleyball sowvolly@mailbox.sc.edu
Women’s Lacrosse Club sowlxclb@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and assistance to individuals wishing to know more about the sport of lacrosse Women’s Rugby sowrugby@mailbox.sc.edu
South Carolina Triathlon Club sotriath@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides an extracurricular activity for women
Benefits and promotes the sport of triathlon in the university and community
Women’s Soccer Club sowsoccr@mailbox.sc.edu
Ultimate Frisbee Club sofrisbe@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides an arena for soccer competition among female students between the intercollegiate levels
Promotes the sport of Ultimate Frisbee and its spirit of game philosophy Wadokai Aikido sowadaik@mailbox.sc.edu Provides quality, comprehensive aikido instruction focusing on physical, mental and philosophical development and combateffective self-defense to interested students while maintaining a positive, constructive, focused atmosphere in which to learn Wakeboarding Club sowake@mailbox.sc.edu Provides wake-boarders and water sports enthusiasts with a group to practice and compete
High school should have given you an idea of what you like to do. Go to those clubs/groups, and then throw in a few “why not” clubs to join, too.
RYAN CELLEY Hometown: Fort Mill, SC Major: Business with Pre-Law Focus Activities: Mock Trial, Alpha Lambda Delta, and Ultimate Frisbee Memorable moment: The entire two weeks I spent backpacking in New Mexico Three adjectives to describe myself: Optimistic, witty and confident
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