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FIND YOUR ORGANIZAT
Find your fit
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
The Office of Student Organizations can help you find an organization 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 400 registered student organizations on campus, you’re sure to find one that meets your interests, or you can always start one of your own. 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.
HOW DO I START? View the list of registered student organizations at www.sa.sc.edu/studentorgs. On this site, you can view a list of officers and their email addresses or request more information. Many student groups have open membership policies and accept members throughout the school year. Visit the Office of Student Organizations in the Campus Life Center, which is located in 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 or a mini fair. Organization fairs are held the first Wednesday in September and the third Wednesday in January. Mini fairs are held every third Wednesday in the Russell House 2nd floor lobby. Visit the information tables on Greene Street or in the Russell House and meet representatives from various student organizations. Keep your eyes open. Student groups often host events on Greene Street and post flyers throughout campus to advertise 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:
Academic Team soateam@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students an opportunity to participate in regional and national academic competitions.
Marietta, Georgia Major: Sport and Entertainment Management Activities:
Active Minds soactive@mailbox.sc.edu Reduces the stigma of mental illness and promotes mental health awareness through peer contact.
Student Government, Newman Club, Sport and Entertainment Management Club, Student Body president
American Choral Directors Association Student Chapter soacda@mailbox.sc.edu
If I could go anywhere:
Promotes excellence in choral music and advocates for the arts to elevate choral music’s position in the state of South Carolina.
I would go to the next World Cup in Brazil Something dorky about me is: I can solve the Rubik’s Cube
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 tournaments for competitive fishing. Anthropology Graduate Organization for Research, Action and Ethics soagorae@mailbox.sc.edu Assists to further research action and ethical objectives of graduate students in anthropology. Anthropology Student Association soanthro@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes and supports student research and activities in the field of anthropology.
American Criminal Justice Association socrimju@mailbox.sc.edu
Association of African American Students soafam@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes interest in the field of criminal justice and gives members a chance to network with each other and professionals.
Provides positive cultural, intellectual and social activities for all students.
American Institute of Chemical Engineers sochemeg@mailbox.sc.edu Assists students in networking with other students and professionals in chemical engineering.
Find your niche and dedicate a bulk of your time to succeeding within that niche.
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. Black Square Productions sobsqr@mailbox.sc.edu Provides theater entertainment that focuses on both the physical and the abstract. 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 setting and encourages the building of social networks between pre-pharmacy 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 while serving as 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 Insurance and Risk Management Club sociarmc@mailbox.sc.edu Organizes students interested 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 Science Society sosci@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters public interest in scientific reasoning and provides a venue to discuss academic understanding.
Carolina Surf Club sosrfclb@mailbox.sc.edu Assists students with a passion for surfing. Chinese Language Club soclc@mailbox.sc.edu Assists students in the learning and practice of the Chinese Mandarin Language (Putongwua) and broadens students understanding of Chinese culture. 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
Student organizations participate in the Homecoming parade.
Enhances ceramic students learning environment by offering advice from peers as well as professionals in the field. Cockapella sootones@mailbox.sc.edu Performs a capella musical entertainment. Cocky’s Culinary Club soccc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an opportunity for students to learn about the culinary arts and to implement culinary skills while helping the community. Dance Company sodance@mailbox.sc.edu Performs for the campus through professional dance concerts of jazz, ballet and modern; 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.
Students enjoying the pool at the Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center.
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EcoReps soecorep@mailbox.sc.edu
Gamecock Bhangra sobhangr@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides a personal connection between students and the University of South Carolina’s sustainability goals through discussion, activities and student action.
Participates in regional shows and competition related to Bhangra.
Euphradian Society soes@mailbox.sc.edu
Inspires high school students to pursue a career in engineering through the FIRST Robotics Competition.
Prepares generations of Carolinians for leadership by instilling the values of eloquence, civility and honor. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. at the student organization fair.
Exercise Science Club soexsccl@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and professional opportunities to students within exercise science. Faith and Scholarship Society sofass@mailbox.sc.edu
Gamecock Hoop Lovers sohoop@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides a forum where graduate students and faculty pursue the integration of their Christian faith and scholarship.
Allows students who are already hooping or hoopcurious to practice and learn within a community.
Assists students in furthering their knowledge and interest in the fashion industry. Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance at USC sofemla@mailbox.sc.edu Represents feminists in a forum for discussion and activism.
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Gamecock Flight Club soflight@mailbox.sc.edu Allows students, faculty, staff and alumni to obtain their private pilot certificate and pass the Federal Aviation Administration’s written examination in a structured and safe learning environment.
Fashion Board sofashio@mailbox.sc.edu
Students work during a Service Saturday.
Gamecock FIRSTers sofirst@mailbox.sc.edu
Flying Gamecock Skydiving Club sasky@mailbox.sc.edu Guides students interested in skydiving safety and awareness. French Club sofrench@mailbox.sc.edu Coordinates students and faculty interested in the French language, literature and culture.
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 mathrelated activities with one another and a larger community. Gamecock Toastmasters Club sogtc@mailbox.sc.edu Helps to develop communication and leadership skills. Garnet Association of Motorcycle Enthusiasts somcycle@mailbox.sc.edu Practices and teaches safe motorcycle skills, encourages new motorcycle riders and establishes new friendships in the motorcycle community.
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. 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. Hospitality, Retail and Tourism Management Graduate Student Association sohrtm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information of industry news and hosts 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 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 members. Ink! Undergraduate English Association soink@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters and promotes literary, creative, rhetorical, theoretical and multimedia interests.
Inter-Organizational Committee of Engineers soioce@mailbox.sc.edu Coordinates events and increases communication between student organizations in engineering. Intercultural Dialogue Student Organization soiid@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes cultural diversity as the root of cultural richness and discourages judgement of cultures.
Students promoting their organization.
Latin Dance Club solatdc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides practice, training and skill development of specific dances such as salsa, bachatta and merengue. Marine Science Graduate Students somarine@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a forum for students with interest in marine science. Meditation Society somedsoc@mailbox.sc.edu Provides weekly opportunities for students to meditate on campus and provides meditation information from diverse traditions. 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. Lighting of the tree on the historic Horseshoe.
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ALEX CEBRY
Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) somtna@mailbox.sc.edu
Net Impact Undergrad sonetimp@mailbox.sc.edu
Hometown:
Promotes the values and study of music making to society and supports the professionalism of music teachers.
Promotes understanding and discussion between students regarding how businesses can be beneficial members of society.
My Carolina Alumni Association Student Advisory Board soaasab@mailbox.sc.edu
Nippon Anime School of Heavenly Imagery (NASHI) Club sonippon@mailbox.sc.edu
Acts as an advisory board for student members of the Carolina Alumni Association.
Provides students a forum for watching and collecting Japanese animation.
NAACP sonaacp@mailbox.sc.edu
Off-Off Broadway soffbway@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the economic, political, social and educational status of all minority groups and works towards the elimination of all racial prejudices.
Produces and performs musical theater shows.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada Major:
Public Relations Activities: Carolina Service Council, Fashion Board, Fraternity and Sorority Life Memorable moment: Every day is a memorable moment for me! I learn new things and get connected with new people daily. Carolina has been a great opportunity to build friendships both social and work related. Pet peeves:
Bad texter backers, Unmade beds Most influential person in my life:
My dad
National Association of the Teachers of Singing sonats@mailbox.sc.edu Increases knowledge about the professions of teaching and singing. National Press Photographers Association sophotog@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages student journalists to better their practice. National Student Exchange Association sanse@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a support group that coordinates and provides recreational and educational activities, cultural experiences and field trips to acquaint members to South Carolina.
Omani Student Association soomani@mailbox.sc.edu Introduces the culture of Oman to the American and international community at USC. Pan-African Student Association (PANASA) sopanasa@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters unity, facilitates learning and promotes the welfare and well-being of native African students, Africans in the Diaspora and the content of Africa. Pastafarians at USC sopastaf@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a multipurpose organization for atheists, agnostics, skeptics, deists and the collectively known “non-religious� students. Penn Center Student Board sopenn@mailbox.sc.edu Aids and delegates all service-oriented activities to the Penn Center in St. Helena Island, S.C.
Pick one organization to be really passionate about and build on your involvement.
Percussion Society sodrum@mailbox.sc.edu Supports activities of the percussion studio and increases the awareness of percussion events.
Political Science Graduate Student Association sopsgso@mailbox.sc.edu
Students Advocating for a Greener Environment (SAGE) sosage@mailbox.sc.edu
Serves as a representative organization to voice graduate students’ concerns and suggestions to departmental faculty and promotes professional development.
Increases on-campus awareness of environmental issues.
Project Dance soprodan@mailbox.sc.edu Offers dancers the chance to be part of a dance team.
Provides assistance to female students, faculty and staff looking for a way to maximize their chances at self-improvement and enhance their abilities.
Resident Mentor Council sorm@mailbox.sc.edu
Saxophone Association sosax@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides resources for current resident mentors on campus.
Discusses issues relevant to professional saxophone playing and teaching and brings in guest artists and lecturers.
Rhetoric Society of America sorsa@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes interest in the discipline of rhetoric and composition studies. Rik-a-Sha sorika@mailbox.sc.edu Provides both choreographic and dance performance opportunities for students. Roosevelt Institute sorsvlt@mailbox.sc.edu Allows students to explore and use their intellectual capital to affect 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. S.W.A.R.M at USC soswarm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students with age appropriate reproductive rights and health information.
SAVVY sosavvy@mailbox.sc.edu
Students Engaged in Aquatic Science (SEAS) soseas@mailbox.sc.edu
Students perform in the Homecoming Step Show.
Enhances the educational, employment and social opportunities of marine science undergraduates and any interested students. Students for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (SETA) soseta@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a voice and help to animals that are suffering behind closed doors. Sigma Iota Alpha sosia@mailbox.sc.edu Interest group for Sigma Iota Alpha Sorority. Society for Advancement of the Chemical Sciences soacs@mailbox.sc.edu Coordinates resources and activities, provides information and promotes educational and social activities for chemistry and biochemistry students.
The Homecoming Court 2012
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Society for Environmental Conservation and Preservation sosecp@mailbox.sc.edu Reaches out to the community by cleaning up the Columbia area and advocating for the reduction of one’s carbon footprint. Society for the Study of Ancient History and Archeology sossaha@mailbox.sc.edu Furthers the study of ancient history and archaeology. Dance Marathon, the largest student-run philanthropy.
Sound Check sosounck@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students the opportunity to perform with 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. South Carolina Trumpet Association sotrumpt@mailbox.sc.edu
Students participate in the Student Leadership and Diversity Conference.
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Student Firearms Association sosfa@mailbox.sc.edu Supports proper handling of firearms for safety and sport. Student-Athlete Advisory Committee sosaac@mailbox.sc.edu Mediates between student-athletes, athletic administrators, faculty and the student body while striving to promote Gamecock spirit and support for all athletic teams. Students Allied for Better Immigration Opportunities (SABIO) sosabio@mailbox.sc.edu Offers training to students on community organizing principles and immigration issues; organizes events on campus to raise awareness about immigration policies and their impact on the local, state, national and international levels; and fosters a space on campus in which students, faculty and staff can engage in meaningful discussion of the current political issues revolving around the immigration debate. Students for Life sos4life@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides information, assistance and musical awareness to current trumpet students.
Fosters respect for human life at all stages of development, both born and unborn, through education and action, not reaction.
Sport and Entertainment Management Club sosemc@mailbox.sc.edu
Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) sosife@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides students with an inside view of the sport and entertainment industry.
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.
Sports Car Club of America somotor@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes students interests in motorsports.
Swype soswype@mailbox.sc.edu
Stitches of Hope sohope@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the practice and exercise of breakdancing and tricking along with minor areas of martial arts and parkour.
Provides relief and hope to patients in local hospitals by donating students’ knitted, crochet, and sewn items.
DERRICK ROBERTS Hometown:
The Cocktails Female Acappella socktail@mailbox.sc.edu
Writers Club sowrite@mailbox.sc.edu
Creates a unique a capella legacy while participating in fun competition and providing entertainment.
Provides regular workshops for creative workers of all majors, backgrounds and skill levels.
Jacksonville, Florida Major: Biology & Psychology Activities: Theta Nu Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Changing Carolina Peer Health Educator, MAPP Mentor, Student Media Photographer
The Lettered Olive Literary Review solive@mailbox.sc.edu Generates an undergraduate literary journal composed of student submissions published annually. The Philosophy Society sophil@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes student interest in research and advances students in the field of philosophy.
One Future Goal: Getting my doctoral degree in clinical counseling and mental health disorders If I have 30 free minutes, I: Surf the web Three adjectives to describe myself: fun, genuine, determined
The South Carolina Music Theater Project soscmpt@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the importance of the performing arts while providing an outlet for talented and passionate performers, educators and advocates.
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 freshmen students for outstanding academic achievement during their first semester. Alpha Phi Sigma soalpps@mailbox.sc.edu
Tiger Rock Martial Arts at USC sotrma@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes academics and leadership involvement in the community and provides opportunities for further learning and exploration of criminal justice careers.
Offers students the opportunity to learn a 4,000-year-old martial art for self-defense and personal enrichment.
Carolina Judicial Council socsjc@mailbox.sc.edu
To Write Love sotowluv@mailbox.sc.edu
Offers students charged with conduct violations the option to have their case reviewed by a board of their peers.
Offers hope and aids in finding help for those struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide.
Carolina Scholars Association soschlrs@mailbox.sc.edu
GET INLVOLVED! Make a change in your community! IMPACT someone’s life!
Promotes awareness and visibility of the Carolina scholarship, fosters fellowship among scholars and serves the community. Chi Sigma Alpha sochisig@mailbox.sc.edu Honors graduate students, alumni, faculty and student-affairs professionals committed to excellence in academics, research and service.
Chi Sigma Iota socsi@mailbox.sc.edu
McNair Scholars Association somsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes counseling, scholarship, research and education.
Promotes cultural opportunities, community service and student leadership activities.
Delta Alpha Pi sadap@mailbox.sc.edu
Mortar Board somboard@mailbox.sc.edu
Strives to change common perceptions by recognizing students with disabilities for their academic accomplishments.
Honors senior college students on the basis of distinguished leadership ability, community service and the spirit of scholarship.
Eta Sigma Delta soesd@mailbox.sc.edu
National Society of Collegiate Scholars sonscs@mailbox.sc.edu
Honors students with a GPA of 3.25 and higher.
Recognizes freshman and sophomore students who have excelled in academics, provided community service and developed leadership skills.
Gamma Beta Phi sogbphi@mailbox.sc.edu Recognizes and encourages excellence in education, promotes the development of leadership ability and character 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
Omicron Delta Kappa soodk@mailbox.sc.edu
Students at the Spurs and Struts event.
Provides an environment conducive to interaction among students and faculty leaders in which student leaders can learn and benefit. Order of Omega soomega@mailbox.sc.edu Recognizes fraternity men and women who have attained a high standard of leadership in interfraternity activities.
Strives to dedicate members to service. Honors Pre-Medical Community sohpmc@mailbox.sc.edu
Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society sophial@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides information and opportunities to Honors College students pursuing careers in the medical field.
Recognizes and promotes scholastic achievement among students and faculty involved in the undergraduate or graduate social work program.
Kappa Delta Pi sakdp@mailbox.sc.edu
Phi Alpha Theta sophiat@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes excellence in the field of education.
Promotes interest in historic scholarship.
Students participate in a flash mob on Greene Street.
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Phi Lambda Sigma sopls@mailbox.sc.edu
Sigma Iota Rho sosir@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes leadership among pharmacy students.
Promotes excellence in the field of international studies.
Phi Sigma Pi sopso@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a co-educational national honor fraternity based on the tripod of scholarship, leadership and fellowship.
Promotes scholarship in mathematics. Pi Sigma Alpha sopisiga@mailbox.sc.edu
ACS POLY Student Chapter soacsply@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes scholarship, intellectual interest and discourse in government and politics through exposure to political science.
Provides students the experience of presenting technical material as well as a forum for networking with chemical professionals.
Psi Chi sopc@mailbox.sc.edu
Actuarial Science Club soasc@mailbox.sc.edu
Furthers the advancement of psychology.
Offers students interested in the actuarial science program an arena to practice the use of mathematical and statistical analysis for insurance and risk management.
Rho Chi Society sornochi@mailboc.sc.edu Encourages and recognizes excellence in intellectual achievement and instills the desire to pursue critical inquiry to advance the profession of pharmacy. Sigma Alpha Lambda sosal@mailbox.sc.edu Provides community service through completion of at least one annual project and promotes and rewards academic achievement. Pillars for Carolina participants.
Sigma Delta Pi sosdp@mailbox.sc.edu
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Academy of Students of Pharmacy sopharm@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the profession of pharmacy among students and provides students with the opportunity to construct policy and practice in a social atmosphere.
Pi Mu Epsilon sopme@mailbox.sc.edu
Students enjoy at Williams-Brice stadium’s student section.
PROFESSIONAL
Recognizes Hispanic students in a national honor society.
Alpha Kappa Psi soakpsi@mailbox.sc.edu A professional business fraternity that develops the entrepreneurial mindset of members and promotes social and environmental responsibility. American Marketing Association somarket@mailbox.sc.edu Provides students the opportunity to interact with professionals and peers while presenting information about the field of marketing. American Nuclear Society sonuclr@mailbox.sc.edu Provides career and professional development, networking for peers and service projects to promote nuclear industry.
American Society of Health System Pharmacists soashsp@mailbox.sc.edu
Association of Minority Pre-Health Students sofaaps@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.
Aids in the full preparation for medical school with special emphasis on African-Americans and minorities.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers somecheg@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages a high standard of citizenship among engineers and promotes participation in public affairs. 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
Beta Beta Beta sobiolhs@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as a biological sciences honor organization. Biomedical Engineering Society sobmes@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances biomedical engineering knowledge. Black Graduate Student Association sobgsa@mailbox.sc.edu Fosters a sense of community among black graduate students. Carolina Finance Club sofnmgmt@mailbox.sc.edu
ASHRAE — Student Chapter soashrae@mailbox.sc.edu
Assists in the professional, educational and social development of college students interested in finance, accounting, economics, banking and investments.
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.
Hometown: Eden Prairie, Minnesota Major:
Provides a forum to discuss archival issues, identify with the archival profession and engage in professional activities.
Provides students with the opportunity to meet with professionals in the HVAC and refrigerating industry to further knowledge in the engineering field.
CHELSEA OSTEBO
Carolina Investment Association soinvest@mailbox.sc.edu Educates students about the financial markets and helps them gain real world experience utilizing classroom concepts.
Making yourself indispensible in every position you are passionate about is the greatest gift you can ever give yourself.
Marketing and management Activities: Current president of Sorority Council, Gamma Phi Beta education vice president 2011-2012, vice president of programming on Sorority Council 2011-2012, leadership chair on Greek Programming Board Memorable Moment: Being inducted as Sorority Council President with all of my current council. I couldn’t ask for a better group of women to work with. They inspire me everyday in every way imaginable! One future goal: To leave my position knowing I had made a difference in at least one person’s collegiate experience.
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. Chemical Engineering Graduate Student Organization soceg@mailbox.sc.edu Engenders a sense of community among graduate students within the department and facilitates communication with regional industrial contacts. Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc. sochieta@mailbox.sc.edu Serves humanity by providing community service in the new millennium. Christian Pharmacists Fellowship International socpfi@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. Club Manager’s Association of America somgrs@mailbox.sc.edu Expands knowledge of club management to 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 Engages middle level teacher candidates in practices and professional development that will make them more prepared for the unique middle level field. Criminology and Criminal Justice Graduate Student Association soccjgsa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides assistance, activities and advocacy for graduate students in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice.
Intramural sports on campus.
Delta Sigma Pi sodsp@mailbox.sc.edu A professional business fraternity organized to foster the study of business in universities, to encourage scholarship and aid students in their advancement of education by research and practice. Doctor of Physical Therapy Student Organization sodptso@mailbox.sc.edu Provides community outreach and education about the physical therapy profession. Educational Studies Graduate Student Organization soedugso@mailbox.sc.edu Serves the professional and social needs of graduate students in the Educational Studies Department.
Carolina Community Garden Opening Day.
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DEJA HUNT Hometown: Kennesaw, Georgia
Electrochemical Society (ECS) Student Chapter soecs@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as the local affiliation of the international ECS and provides students with networking, seminars and presentation opportunities.
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Entrepreneurship Club sonewbiz@mailbox.sc.edu
Activities:
Fosters an environment for ideas and information on entrepreneurs.
Homecoming Commision, SAVVY, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Memorable moment: Working on Homecoming Commission, I was responsible for planning the 2011 Homecoming Step Show. One of the most memorable moments was seeing the crowd in the Coliseum the night of the show. That was proof that all of my hard work had paid off. The sold-out show was a wonderful reward. One future goal: To be my own boss. My on-campus hero: Allison Toney. She’s there for EVERYONE!
Geography Graduate Student Association sogeogsa@mailbox.sc.edu Furthers professional, academic and social development of 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. Graduate Biology Student Association sobiogsa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides professional opportunities and social activities for graduate students in the departments of biology and marine science. Graduate English Association sogea@mailbox.sc.edu Provides general assistance for guiding the academic careers of graduate students in English. Healthcare Executives Student Association sohealth@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes leadership and networking skills within the external healthcare community.
Do something that you enjoy! Passion grows out of enjoyment.
IMBA Finance Club soimbaf@mailbox.sc.edu Expands knowledge of finance topics and provides members with networking opportunities. 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 Reviews neuroscience research manuscript submissions from undergraduate students and coordinates campus events for the annual Brain Awareness Week. Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Open School soihi@mailbox.sc.edu Connects students from all university health professions in order to promote an interprofessional educational community focused on patient safety, quality improvement and leadership. Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers soelctrc@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes advances in technical and professional aspects of electrical engineering and computer science. Institute of Management Accounting Student Chapter soima@mailbox.sc.edu Advances the knowledge of management accounting through interaction with the business community involving research and community service. Kappa Epsilon soke@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes women in the field of pharmacy.
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 benefits to all MACC and MTAX students. Master of Human Resources Student Association somhra@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes human resources and social activities. Master of Public Administration Student Association sompasa@mailbox.sc.edu Supports the educational advancement and professional endeavors of students. Math Mentorship Peer Program sommpp@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and guidance outside of the advisement period to students beginning the major sequence of mathematics using a peer mentorship model. Medical Graduate Student Association somgsa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides social and academic activities for members, promotes unity among graduate students and provides service projects for the community. Minority Pre-Law Association soprelaw@mailbox.sc.edu Provides pre-law students of all backgrounds with professional development and training through awareness of legal issues that plague minorities.
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 with the common problems faced by African Americans in the professional world of business. National Broadcasting Society sonbs@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the development of students and entry-level professionals involved in electronic media.
Cocky dances for everyone on Greene Street.
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 Black Engineers soblkeng@mailbox.sc.edu Increases the recruitment, retention and successful graduation of minorities in science, math and engineering.
Students participate in Quidditch leagues.
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BADER ALMANDEEL Hometown: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
National Society of Minorities in Hospitality sominhos@mailbox.sc.edu
Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law sopadlaw@mailbox.sc.edu
Aids in the recruitment, retention, support and advancement of minority students in the hospitality industry.
Connects students and teachers of law with members of the legal profession and community.
Major:
Phi Beta Lambda sopbl@mailbox.sc.edu
International Business & Global Supply Chain & Operations Management
National Student Speech, Language and Hearing Association sonsslha@mailbox.sc.edu
Activities:
Encourages professional interest in the study of speech, language and pathology.
Enables members to meet and network with others at local, state and national conferences through the development of leadership and communication skills.
Net Impact soimpact@mailbox.sc.edu
Pre-Dental Club sadental@mailbox.sc.edu
Increases awareness of corporate social responsibility.
Informs students about the field of dentistry and helps students apply to dental school.
Operations Club sooc@mailbox.sc.edu
Pub Club sopubclu@mailbox.sc.edu
Enables all students interested in operations to interact with each other and visit operations facilities.
Enables students who are working on their Ph.D. to form a supportive and collaborative network with each other and mentoring faculty members.
Palmetto Chapter of Professional Convention Managers Association sopcpcma@mailbox.sc.edu
Public Relations Student Society of America soprssa@mailbox.sc.edu
International Student Association, Association of Saudi Arabian Students, Emerging Leaders Program, Leaders Engaging Across Perspectives (LEAP), Conversation Partner Program and Beyond the Classroom documentary series Memorable Moment: Performing in WORLD NIGHT. It was terrifying and fun at the same time! One future goal: Travelling to all seven continents Favorite Food: Chicken souvlaki at the Pita Pit (most authentic Middle Eastern food around campus)
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.
Try not to do too much! More than 3 organizations is too much — believe me I’ve tried.
Serves members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities. Retail and Fashion Merchandising Graduate Student Organization sorfmgso@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes fundraising for retail and fashion merchandising events, trips and seminars and implements programs to attract prospective candidates to the majors. Social Work Student Association sosw@mailbox.sc.edu Provides assistance, friendship and community service activities for all students and faculty members.
Society of Human Resource Management soshrm@mailbox.sc.edu
Student Nurses Association sonurse@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides students exposure to personnel professionals through guest speakers, meetings with the parent chapter, shadow programs, company tours and workshops.
Contributes to nursing education in order to provide for the highest quality of healthcare.
Sociology Graduate Student Association sosgsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes involvement in the development of students in higher education through association with students, faculty and staff who are interested in the field.
Provides students interested in the sociology field a chance to explore, communicate and experience the world of sociology together. South Carolina Athletic Training 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 that 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 for the health, education and social environment of the community.
Student Personnel Association sospa@mailbox.sc.edu
Teaching Fellows Association sotfa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and assistance to students who have received the Teaching Fellows Scholarship from South Carolina. The Gamecocks Economics Society soecon@mailbox.sc.edu Serves as a platform for students to apply their economic knowledge outside of the classroom setting and instills a sense of community between economics students and professionals within the field.
Carolina Cares holiday toy drive.
Theta Tau sotheta@mailbox.sc.edu Develops and maintains a high standard of professional interest among its members and unites them in a strong bond of fraternal fellowship. Women in Business Council soscwbc@mailbox.sc.edu Establishes networking communities for women to grow, learn and develop professional skills.
Students participate in a Service Saturday event.
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MEDIA
POLITICAL College Democrats sodems@mailbox.sc.edu
Garnet and Black Magazine sagandbe@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes awareness of the goals and values of the Democratic Party on campus and assists students in becoming involved in the political process.
Publishes a student magazine which serves as an outlet for the creative talent of the Carolina community. News from Last Thursday sothurs@mailbox.sc.edu
College Republicans socr@mailbox.sc.edu
Publishes a web mock humorous newspaper.
Promotes the principles of the Republican Party.
Voting in the Student Government elections.
SGTV sasgtvsm@mailbox.sc.edu
Green Party sogreen@mailbox.sc.edu Increases understanding of Green Party ideas and principles including the support of environmental causes.
Provides hands-on experience in video production, editing and distribution for media arts, journalism and other interested students.
International Socialist Organization soiso@mailbox.sc.edu
The Daily Gamecock sagcked@mailbox.sc.edu
Increases understanding of socialist ideas and principles and supports causes surrounding equal rights for all.
Produces the campus newspaper.
International Students for Social Equality soisse@mailbox.sc.edu
Operates a student-run radio station that serves as a community resource both for educational and entertainment purposes.
Educates students and workers in the principles and history of the International Trotskyist Movement. Student Government Congressional Advisory Board meets U.S. Senator Linsey Graham.
Students for Education Reform sos4er@mailbox.sc.edu
INTERNATIONAL
Raises awareness and advocates for public education reform.
Association of Saudi Arabian Students sosaudi@mailbox.sic.edu
Youth for Ron Paul soy4rp@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides information about the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and provides aid and information to the Saudi students and their families and others interested in the Saudi Arabian and Middle Eastern culture.
Educates others about the fundamental ideas of true liberty while supporting Ron Paul.
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WUSC FM sawuscsm@mailbox.sc.edu
Bangladesh Student Association sobsa@mailbox.sc.edu
Muslim Student Association somuslim@mailbox.sc.edu
A cultural organization for Bangladeshi students.
Provides academic support and services to Muslim students and promotes social interaction between students.
Friendship Association of Chinese Students and Scholars sofacss@mailbox.sc.edu Establishes friendships among Chinese students and between Chinese and American students. Global Scholar Network soschol@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances the intellectual and social capital of global scholars. Indian Cultural Exchange soice@mailbox.sc.edu An organization that teaches those interested in various aspects of the Indian culture, tradition, customs and trends.
Nihon Club sonihon@mailbox.sc.edu Shares the Japanese culture with other students. 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
Indian Student Organization soindian@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes cultural awareness with regard to Latin American issues, countries and people both within and outside the classroom.
Promotes the interaction of people of different cultures, provides a social support network for new Indian students and informs others about the values and culture of India.
Taiwanese Student Association sotaiwan@mailbox.sc.edu
International Student Association sointrsa@mailbox.sc.edu Helps American and international students form lasting friendships and enjoy cultural events and excursions. Iranian Student Association soisausc@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides service and networks for students and families from Taiwan. Vietnamese Student Association sovietnm@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a network of interaction within the community and a social friendship within the Vietnamese culture.
Sponsors Iranian social and cultural activities and events and provides support for the Iranian community. Korean International Student Association sokisa@mailbox.sc.edu Provides information and assistance to future and current Korean international students.
Find something you are passionate about and strive to make it better.
EKIB EKURE Hometown: Cross River State, Nigeria, and Columbia, South Carolina Major: African American Studies Activities: Association of African American Students, Minority Assistance Peer Program, National Residence Hall Honorary, Resident Mentor Council Memorable Moment: Joining a bunch of student leaders at the LEAD Retreat I’m most proud of...: My Gamecock family for allowing me the opportunity to serve anyway I can. Hobbies: Love, love, love to dance and make a fool of myself!
L L A H E C N E ID S RE government
Residence Hall Association sorha@mailbox.sc.edu
Represents the residents and governments of all residence halls to administrative decisionmaking bodies affecting residents.
FRATERNITIES Alpha Epsilon Pi soaepi@mailbox.sc.edu
Delta Tau Delta sodtd@mailbox.sc.edu Betters men’s lives by instilling in them the mission and values of the founding fathers of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. Delta Upsilon sodu@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes friendship, development of character, advancement of justice and diffusion of liberal culture. Fraternity Council sofrat@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides the opportunity for Jewish men to join a Jewish organization whose purpose is not specifically Jewish but rather social and cultural in nature.
Regulates and disciplines all fraternities at the University of South Carolina.
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. soaphia@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the development and perpetuation of scholarship, leadership, citizenship, fidelity and brotherhood.
Provides a social, community service based organization that operates under the tenets of manly deeds, scholarship and love for all mankind. 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.
Members of Sigma Nu Fraternity.
Iota Phi Theta Fraternity, Inc. soipt@mailbox.sc.edu
Kappa Alpha Order sokao@mailbox.sc.edu Constitutes an Order of Knighthood and is military in organization and government, religious in feeling and chivalrous in ideals. Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. sokap@mailbox.sc.edu Extends the fraternity’s creed, objectives and the purposes of the Grand Chapter.
Chi Psi sochipsi@mailbox.sc.edu
Kappa Sigma soksigma@mailbox.sc.edu
Aids in the moral, intellectual and social advancement of young college students in helping them become Chi Psi gentlemen.
Promotes the fraternity’s four pillars of fellowship, leadership, scholarship and service.
Fraternity and Sorority Life leadership retreat.
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Lambda Chi Alpha solambda@mailbox.sc.edu
Sigma Alpha Epsilon sosigae@mailbox.sc.edu
Encourages young men and molds them into model citizens of the future through philanthropy and various other activities.
Promotes brotherhood and social and cultural interaction as defined in the national constitution of this organization.
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. soopp@mailbox.sc.edu
Sigma Beta Rho Fraternity, Inc. sosigbrh@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes manhood, scholarship and perseverance.
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.
Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. sophibs@mailbox.sc.edu Students participating in the MLK Day of Service.
Promotes brothers as the fraternity’s most valuable resource and strength. Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc. sophiia@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes intellectual development, cultural consciousness, personal growth, personal achievement and social awareness. Phi Kappa Sigma sophikap@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes brotherhood and social and cultural interaction.
Sigma Chi sosigchi@mailbox.sc.edu Cultivates the high ideals of friendship, justice and learning. Sigma Nu Fraternity sosignu@mailbox.sc.edu Develops ethical leaders inspired by the principles of love, honor and truth. Theta Delta Chi sarhopro@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes support for the ideals of diversity, individuality and inclusiveness.
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 integrity, intellect and achievement for our members, host institutions and the communities in which we live. Students in front of the Russell House University Union.
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Pi Kappa Phi sopkp@mailbox.sc.edu Expresses the shared values and ideals as contained in the Ritual of Initiation, Supreme Law and fraternity policy.
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
Kappa Delta Sorority sokds@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.
Promotes true friendship among the college girls of our country by inculcating into their hearts and lives those principles of truth, honor and duty, without which there can be no true friendship.
Chi Omega sochio@mailbox.sc.edu
Kappa Kappa Gamma sokkg@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes the betterment of women and a sisterhood that provides a network of friends and life-long development for collegiate and alumnae members.
Encourages those interested to learn more about our tradition of leadership and why we believe membership in Kappa Kappa Gamma is truly an experience for a lifetime.
Delta Delta Delta sotridel@mailbox.sc.edu
Phi Mu sophimu@mailbox.sc.edu
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 members in every possible way.
Provides personal and academic development, service to others, commitment to excellence and lifelong friendships through a shared tradition.
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. sodst@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes academic excellence, provides scholarships, supports the underserved, educates participants in the establishment of positive public policy and highlights issues and provides solutions for problems in our community. Delta Zeta sodz@mailbox.sc.edu 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.
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. sosgr@mailbox.sc.edu Provides a social sorority that works in the community, specializing in education and betterment of youth. Sorority Council sorority@mailbox.sc.edu 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.
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority sogphi@mailbox.sc.edu Strives to uphold the value of love, labor, learning and loyalty.
Just get out there and join what you like. Organizations always want more members.
SIMONE DOZIER Hometown: Columbia, South Carolina Major: Marketing Activities: Carolina Productions, EMPOWER, Minority Assistance Peer Program, Student Gamecock Television Memorable moment: Meeting Nick Cannon. Carolina Productions was able to book Nick Cannon for a comedy performance because he was preparing for a comedy special and wanted to test his material. Hundreds of students came out and the show was hilarious! Afterwards he did a meet and greet and was so nice. Three adjectives to describe myself: dependable, sensitive, caring If I have 30 free minutes, I: Listen to music
Zeta Sigma Chi Sorority, Inc. sowmtom@mailbox.sc.edu
Best Buddies sobuddie@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes dedication to success, education and multiculturalism.
Enhances the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-on-one friendships.
Zeta Tau Alpha sozta@mailbox.sc.edu
Students participate in Skate Night.
Promotes sisterhood, service to the community, university involvement and philanthropic endeavors among members while encouraging scholarship and the betterment of individual members.
SERVICE Alpha Phi Omega soaphio@mailbox.sc.edu Provides service and promotes leadership and friendship to the campus, the community and the nation. Alzheimer’s Foundation of America soafausc@mailbox.sc.edu Educates members about Alzheimer’s and provides volunteer opportunities. Amigos del Buen Samaritano soamigos@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.
Traditional painting of the Gamecock on Greene Street.
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. Carolina Against Sex Trafficking (CAST) socast@mailbox.sc.edu Raises awareness about sex trafficking and holds fundraisers to support organizations that help stop human trafficking. Carolina Animal Welfare Society socaws@mailbox.sc.edu Raises awareness, funds and supplies for local animal rescues. Carolina Service Council sacsc@mailbox.sc.edu Organizes campus-wide service and servicelearning programs for the Carolina community via Community Service Programs. Changing Carolina saod@mailbox.sc.edu Offers health and wellness services to the entire Carolina community.
Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation sobeliev@mailbox.sc.edu
Colleges Against Cancer sor4life@mailbox.sc.edu
Fundraises and raises campus awareness on the benefits of Believe in Tomorrow respite housing programs for critically ill children and their families.
Raises funds for the American Cancer Society through the support of students.
Dance Marathon sodm@mailbox.sc.edu
Kappa Kappa Psi sokkp@mailbox.sc.edu
Raises money benefiting children with cancer and blood diseases at Palmetto Health Children’s Hospital.
Recognizes outstanding collegiate band members through a national honorary band fraternity.
Engineers Without Borders soewob@mailbox.sc.edu
Lions Club solions@mailbox.sc.edu
Creates a more stable and prosperous world by addressing basic human needs and providing necessities such as clean water, power, sanitation and education.
Helps others in need of humanitarian assistance by means of preserving sight, combating disability, promoting health, serving youth and responding to natural disasters.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha soesa@mailbox.sc.edu
No Kid Hungry: USC Chapter sonkh@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes dedication to service and sisterhood throughout the world.
Aids the nationally-acclaimed organization Share Our Strength with the fulfillment of their goals.
Girl P.O.W.E.R (Promoting Opportunity for Women to Excel in Reality) sogrlpwr@mailbox.sc.edu
Omega Phi Alpha soopa@mailbox.sc.edu
Assists in transition of high school girls to college-trained women through mentoring programs with emphasis pn empowerment and interactive inspiration. Habitat for Humanity sohabita@mailbox.sc.edu
Established as a community service sorority. ONE Carolina Chapter soone@mailbox.sc.edu
Enlists students’ help to provide adequate housing to the working poor of Columbia and to help strengthen the relationship between USC and the Columbia community.
Orientation Leaders Association saorien@mailbox.sc.edu
Invisible Children sochild@mailbox.sc.edu
Shelter Saturdays sossat@mailbox.sc.edu
Raises awareness and empowers students to create real and lasting changes for child soldiers and orphans in Uganda. Jexactitude@USC sojex@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes wholesale and retail distribution and trains students in entrepreneurial skills.
Students participate in Alternative Break.
Supports the fight to end extreme poverty and the spread of preventable diseases by advocating to our leaders and raising awareness.
Aids in the transition of new students to campus.
Volunteers at animal shelters around the Columbia area and supports animals in need. Student Anti-Violence Educators sosave@mailbox.sc.edu Educates student organization leaders and the student body about men’s roles in violence, violence prevention and bystander intervention.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.
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EMMA VAN SANT Major: International Business and Marketing Activities: Global Business Council, Habitat for Humanity, Leadership Team, Peer Advising Three adjectives to describe myself: accepting, adventurous and independent Pet Peeves: People who text while we are in the middle of a conversation.
Student United Way sounited@mailbox.sc.edu
Vive Haiti sovive@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes leadership and service among students through volunteering, advocating and giving back to the university and surrounding community.
Raises awareness, funds, and resources for education and health care in Haitian orphanages.
Tau Beta Sigma sotaubs@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the existence and welfare of the university band program, honors outstanding members and provides a meaningful social experience for all involved. TOMS at USC sotoms@mailbox.sc.edu
Waverly After School Program (GameCOPS) sogameco@mailbox.sc.edu Assists in the personal and educational development of children living in the vicinity of the university, particularly the Waverly Community. Women in Science and Engineering sowse@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes a strong community of future women scientists, mathematicians and engineers who want to foster interest in younger students in science and mathematics.
Educates the campus about the TOMS movement. For every pair of shoes you purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need.
If I could go anywhere, I would go...:
Undergraduate Social Work Student Association souswsa@mailbox.sc.edu
to New Zealand. I would love to go backpacking there.
Encourages fellowship and on-campus participation of undergraduate social work majors and minors. University Ambassadors souniamb@mailbox.sc.edu Represents USC and imparts its vital history, opportunities, attributes and benefits when welcoming visitors to campus.
Being involved should not be about work. It should be about doing what you enjoy and making the most of your college experience.
Baha’i Club sobahai@mailbox.sc.edu Educates others on the principles of the Bahai faith. 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 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
Hill of the Lord University Church sohillc@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides an Episcopal ministry by and for young people.
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.
Chinese Student’s Christian Fellowship sochines@mailbox.sc.edu Enhances fellowship among Christians and shares the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Hillel Foundation sohillel@mailbox.sc.edu
Chosen Gospel Ensemble sochosen@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides guidance and organization for religious, cultural, educational, social welfare and interfaith activities for Jewish students.
Promotes unity, spiritual self-esteem and diversity among choir members, leaders and musicians in order to effectively share the message of Jesus Christ through music.
Impact Movement soimove@mailbox.sc.edu
Christ’s Student Church at Carolina (Church of Christ) sococ@mailbox.sc.edu Exists to glorify Christ through the lives of students at Carolina through worship, service to others, Bible study and fellowship. Fellowship of Christian Athletes sofchath@mailbox.sc.edu Presents athletes, coaches and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church. First College Ministry sofrstcm@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages students to encounter God. Gamecock’s Rejoicing in Anglicanism’s Christian Essentials sograce@mailbox.sc.edu Provides members with an opportunity for Christian prayer and worship in the Anglican tradition.
Aids to spiritually edify the African-American community. International Friendship Ministries sofriend@mailbox.sc.edu Helps international students adjust to American culture, develop friendships with Americans, enrich each other’s lives cross-culturally and share our faith through word and deed in mutual interchange.
Practicing kayaking in the indoor pool.
Kappa Upsilon Chi sokup@mailbox.sc.edu Glorifies Jesus Christ to become an influence in the community through servant lifestyles and 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
Collecting blankets for local shelters.
Provides a campus ministry sponsored by the United Methodist Church.
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Midtown College somidtown@mailbox.sc.edu
River City Network sorcn@mailbox.sc.edu
Exposes students to the irresistible love of Christ and equips them to love and serve their world.
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, provide the level of fellowship necessary to develop authentic, godly relationships and foster a strong sense of community.
Newman Club sonewman@mailbox.sc.edu Provides spiritual and social support for Carolina students.
Students participate in Intramural basketball.
Orthodox Christian Fellowship soocf@mailbox.sc.edu
Helps students connect to each other, the church and God.
Meets the religious needs, fosters fellowship and provides a forum for discussion among Orthodox Christian students and students interested in Orthodox Christianity.
Sigma Alpha Omega saochi@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. R.U.S.H (Radically Uniting Students for Him) sowgcm@mailbox.sc.edu
Outdoor Recreation weekend trips.
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Shandon College Ministry sofocus@mailbox.sc.edu
Commits to live according to the ideals of Christ and His Word, uplifting each other through fellowship and service and bringing the love of Christ to campus. Student Christian Fellowship sochrfel@mailbox.sc.edu Spreads the gospel of Jesus Christ through forums and workshops on campus. The Navigators sonavigt@mailbox.sc.edu
Creates an opportunity for college students to learn about salvation and interact with other Christian organizations.
Promotes the commitment to the Word, the focus on spiritual disciplines and our commitment to seeing the Great Commission fulfilled in our generation.
Reformed University Fellowship soruf@mailbox.sc.edu
The Shack soshack@mailbox.sc.edu
Reaches students for Christ and equips students to serve.
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 Christ that is evident in their lives.
SPORTS Bodybuilding and Fitness Club sobodfit@mailbox.sc.edu Educates its members in weight training; bodybuilding and fitness techniques, styles and methods; nutrition; and overall wellness education. Carolina Ballroom socbalrm@mailbox.sc.edu Teaches ballroom dancing to students, faculty and staff. Carolina Jiu Jitsu soscbjj@mailbox.sc.edu Educates members on the literal meaning of the art of softness, or way of yielding, as a collective name for Japanese martial art styles including unarmed and armed techniques. Carolina Women’s Ultimate Frisbee socwuf@mailbox.sc.edu Practices frisbee and competes in tournaments. Club Field Hockey soclubfh@mailbox.sc.edu
Cross Country Club soxcclub@mailbox.sc.edu Provides 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 to beginning, intermediate and advanced fencers. Gamecock Badminton Club sobadmin@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes badminton as a new sport tradition while training and maintaining a group of competitive players who participate in tournaments. Gamecock Disc Golf sodiscgo@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the sport of disc golf and provides members an opportunity to compete with other universities and colleges. Gamecock Racquetball Club sorbclub@mailbox.sc.edu Creates an opportunity for participation in racquetball among students.
Participates in tournaments and scrimmages.
Gamecock Table Tennis Club sottc@mailbox.sc.edu
Club Swimming sagmsc@mailbox.sc.edu
Promotes table tennis and enhances the skills of members through organized practice sessions and competitive play.
Provides an organized swim club to the students, faculty and staff of USC for fitness, fun and competition. Club Tennis soclbten@mailbox.sc.edu
Fencing Sport Club
Gamecock Wrestling Club sowrestl@mailbox.sc.edu Provides training and resources to compete successfully at the national level.
Provides students with an activity that promotes camaraderie, competition and enjoyment. Intramural Flag Football tournament.
Golf Club sogolf@mailbox.sc.edu
Quidditch League soquidlg@mailbox.sc.edu
Provides students the opportunity to play golf daily.
Participates in both intramural and club quidditch games with the goal of joining the IQA.
Ice Hockey Club soihocky@mailbox.sc.edu
Roller Hockey Club sorhocky@mailbox.sc.edu
Competes in the sport of ice hockey against club teams of other universities.
Provides students, faculty, and staff with an opportunity to participate in a recreational and competitive inline-hockey.
ISHA Equestrian Team soequest@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes participation and sportsmanship in equestrian competition among all students without regard to their level of riding skill. Outdoor Recreation river rafting excursion.
Scuba Club soscuba@mailbox.sc.edu
Engages sports activities to train and play soccer.
Promotes interest in scuba and skin diving and increases knowledge concerning the sport.
Lacrosse Club solacros@mailbox.sc.edu
Seidokan Aikido Club soaikido@mailbox.sc.edu
Includes members of the MCLA and the SELC lacrosse leagues, who practice two to three times a week and play in the spring season.
Promotes self development through mind-body training exercises, increases proficiency in self defense, and promotes a philosophy of harmony in daily activities.
Participates in intercollegiate men’s volleyball. Men’s Soccer Club somsoccr@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an arena for soccer competition for students between the intramural and intercollegiate levels.
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Educates members on game strategy and basic skill to be applied in competitive matches.
International Soccer Club sofutbol@mailbox.sc.edu
Men’s Club Volleyball somvolley@mailbox.sc.edu
Students hold up a signed Carolina Creed pledge.
Rugby Team sorugby@mailbox.sc.edu
Mountaineering and Whitewater Club somwc@mailbox.sc.edu Encourages and develops the sports of backpacking, rock climbing, ice climbing, and whitewater boating.
South Carolina Club Baseball sobaseba@mailbox.sc.edu Provides 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.
South Carolina Triathlon Club sotriath@mailbox.sc.edu
Women’s Rugby sowrugby@mailbox.sc.edu
Benefits and promotes the sport of triathlon in the university and community.
Provides an extracurricular activity for women.
Ultimate Frisbee Club sofrisbe@mailbox.sc.edu Promotes the sport of ultimate frisbee and its spirit of the games philosophy.
Women’s Soccer Club sowsoccr@mailbox.sc.edu Provides an arena for soccer competition among female students between the intercollegiate levels.
Columbia, South Carolina Major:
Activities: President of Kappa Delta Sorority, Dance Marathon Executive Board, Alpha Lambda Delta, Honors College, Peers 803
Provides quality, and 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.
Memorable moment: Leading my first sorority chapter meeting as President: I hate public speaking!
Wakeboarding Club sowake@mailbox.sc.edu
I’m most proud of...:
Provides wakeboarders and water sports enthusiasts an opportunity to practice and compete.
the fact that I am the President of one fo the largest Kappa Delta Chapters in the nation.
Water Polo Club sowpolo@mailbox.sc.edu Introduces students to the sport of water polo. Women’s Club Volleyball sowvolly@mailbox.sc.edu Offers all eligible women a highly competitive, yet friendly atmosphere, in which greatness is achieved through individual effort and teamwork.
Provides information and assistance to individuals wishing to know more about the sport of lacrosse.
Hometown:
Finance and Management
Wadokai Aikido sowadaik@mailbox.sc.edu
Women’s Lacrosse Club sowlxclb@mailbox.sc.edu
CASSANDRA STATON
Getting involved gives you valuable experience you can’t get in most classroom settings.
Office of Student Organizations Department of Student Life Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support