McCausland College of Arts and Sciences

09/04/2026

Kick off Family Weekend with the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences on Friday, Sept. 18, from 8–11 p.m. for an evening of discovery, connection AND a little stargazing. 🌙

Join us on Greene Street and at Melton Observatory for a relaxed Friday night before the big game.

8 p.m. | Night Market on Greene Street
Meet student organizations, explore interactive demonstrations from across the college, grab free ice cream AND pick up McCausland College merch while supplies last.

9 p.m. | Stargazing at Melton Observatory
Explore the night sky with faculty from the Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of South Carolina and see the stars through Melton Memorial Observatory’s 16-inch Cassegrain telescope.

📍 Greene Street + Melton Observatory
📅 Friday, Sept. 18
🕗 8–11 p.m.

09/02/2026

Join the Center for American Civic Leadership and Public Discourse for Constitution Day 2026 featuring political scholar Lucas Morel of Washington and Lee University.

His lecture, “I, Too, Sing America": The Black Affirmation of American Independence, explores how African American intellectuals have interpreted and championed America's founding principles.

This campus-wide event is free and open to the public; registration is encouraged.

🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 15, 6 p.m.
📌 Joseph F. Rice School of Law
🎟️ https://bit.ly/4h37BeN

08/31/2026

08/28/2026

This week we gathered to celebrate the start of a new semester and embrace the power of AND. We know that the best college experience happens when interests, experiences and community come together to expand what's possible.

In the weeks ahead, we look forward to sharing stories from our students, faculty, staff and alumni who bring AND to life. Through the questions they ask, the connections they make and the paths they create, they inspire each of us to open doors.

View more photos🔗https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjD3wZe

08/28/2026

Discover the Power of AND.

It’s something everyone experiences in the McCausland College of Arts and Sciences.

AND is what happens when ideas connect, experiences build, and possibilities expand. When your college experience is more than your major. When your community supports you as you follow your curiosity, encourages you to think differently and gives you the confidence to pursue any path.

Where can AND take you?



[Animated McCausland College of Arts and Sciences graphic introducing “The Power of AND.” Words and phrases animate on screen to show how AND opens minds and doors, rejects either/or thinking, elevates possibilities and changes everything. Instrumental music plays throughout.]

08/27/2026

Varsha Kulkarni's research is out of this world. 🔭 🌌

The astrophysicist was recently honored with the Hind Rattan Award, known as the Jewel of India, recognizing accomplished Indians living abroad.

Watch as she shares more about her work.

https://youtu.be/rpXS5_bmhKQ?si=-o_vTTDSrCU4iJ0q

Department of Physics & Astronomy, University of South Carolina | NRI Welfare Society of India

Varsha Kulkarni, a physics and astronomy professor at the Universit...

08/26/2026

We’re excited to launch a new academic year of the Breaking Through newsletter today! In this edition—our largest ever—we share stories of high-impact neuroscience research happening across our campus, from engineering to public health. Check it out to learn how USC is solidifying our reputation as a brain research powerhouse. 🧠
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/making-brainwaves-uofsc-bzgae/?trackingId=hak3KbWN10RLKm21vvzPMg%3D%3D

08/26/2026

We are excited to announce this year's Fall Literary Festival authors!

Since 2000, the Fall Literary Festival has brought unique and inspiring literary voices to the University of South Carolina each year for readings, dialog and book signings. Supported by the generous legacy of lifelong book lover Dorothy D. Smith, the festival is a partnership between University Libraries and the Department of English.

This year we will be hosting Julia Elliott, Kevin Sack, and Patricia Lockwood. All Fall Literary Festival events are free and open to the public, but space is limited, so make sure to grab your tickets at the link below!
https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/university_libraries/exhibits_events_news/fall_literary_festival/index.php

08/25/2026