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Center for Integrative and Experiential Learning CIEL (formerly USC Connect) is the University of South Carolina's integrative learning initiative including Graduation with Leadership Distinction.

Account not monitored. Please reach out to us via [email protected]. You participate in school, community activities, learn in class, work at a job, play sports, or have an internship. Whether you do one or all of the above, it’s time to CONNECT the dots between the things you do and figure out how it all defines you. Noting your experiences thus far can help you reach your goals, dreams, and even career! USC Connect is all about understanding what you do, so you can get to where you want to go. Use this page’s photos and posters to inspire you, and inspire others by posting back to this page! We want to hear from you and help you on your pathway to success!

Already building your college experience outside the classroom? It might count toward GLD. 🎓Graduation with Leadership D...
10/06/2026

Already building your college experience outside the classroom? It might count toward GLD. 🎓

Graduation with Leadership Distinction is a chance to turn the experiences you’re already having at USC into an accomplishment that helps you stand out beyond graduation.

Only ~8% of USC students complete GLD. Swipe to see the requirements, benefits and how to get started! ✨

Picking the perfect GLD pathway is not just about your involvements beyond the classroom, but also your interests. Swipe...
09/29/2026

Picking the perfect GLD pathway is not just about your involvements beyond the classroom, but also your interests.
 
Swipe to see the vibes of our 4 different pathways! 🎓

Fall semester is around the corner, and GLD advisors are available now - swipe to meet them and schedule an appointment ...
07/28/2026

Fall semester is around the corner, and GLD advisors are available now - swipe to meet them and schedule an appointment today! Seniors, now is a great time to finalize your plan to earn Graduation with Leadership Distinction and get recognition for your accomplishments in college! 🎓🤙

Are you an undergraduate student at USC Columbia interested gaining experience with social media, graphic design, and ma...
05/20/2026

Are you an undergraduate student at USC Columbia interested gaining experience with social media, graphic design, and marketing? Apply to be our Marketing and Social Media Intern for the 2026-2027 academic year! Use the link in our bio to apply via Handshake.

Join us in celebrating Dr. Brooks Herring, this year’s Distinguished GLD Alumni. He’s a U.S. Navy veteran, physical ther...
03/26/2026

Join us in celebrating Dr. Brooks Herring, this year’s Distinguished GLD Alumni. He’s a U.S. Navy veteran, physical therapist, and award-winning songwriter who uses his platform to mentor others and promote wellness. Brooks combines his clinical training with his art to support performers, students and communities across the country.

His story reflects the impacts of integrative learning. Thank you for considering CIEL during and offering your support so more students can pursue experiences that lead to meaningful careers like Brooks’.



We’re proud to recognize William Smyly as our Palmetto Distinguished Alumni. WIlliam is a dedicated educator who is shap...
03/26/2026

We’re proud to recognize William Smyly as our Palmetto Distinguished Alumni. WIlliam is a dedicated educator who is shaping the future of financial literacy in South Carolina. From building invaluable Personal Finance programs in the classroom to helping develop statewide standards, William lives to strengthen students and better communities.

His work shows how transformative hands-on learning can be. As continues, we hope you’ll support CIEL so more students can access experiences that prepare them to lead and serve like William.



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We are thrilled to celebrate Sydney Womack, our Young GLD Alumni Award recipient! From defending her dissertation to ea...
03/25/2026

We are thrilled to celebrate Sydney Womack, our Young GLD Alumni Award recipient! From defending her dissertation to earn her PhD in Biomedical and Biological Sciences to mentoring future veterinary scientists, her journey embodies curiosity, leadership and confidently stepping into new opportunities.

Sydney continues to make an impact wherever she goes. Stories like hers remind us why experiential learning matters. As continues, we hope you’ll support CIEL so more students can access opportunities that shape futures like Sydney’s.


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Experiences shape futures. That’s why we’re all in for Give 4 Garnet! Your support fuels hands‑on learning, reflection a...
03/25/2026

Experiences shape futures. That’s why we’re all in for Give 4 Garnet! Your support fuels hands‑on learning, reflection and opportunities that help every Gamecock grow. Let’s do this together! 🤝✨

CIEL is thrilled to celebrate our own Lauren Epps for receiving the 2026 Provost Staff Excellence Award this afternoon. ...
03/20/2026

CIEL is thrilled to celebrate our own Lauren Epps for receiving the 2026 Provost Staff Excellence Award this afternoon. Lauren serves as the Staff Director and co-director of the QEP, and we are so lucky to have her leadership. Please join us in congratulating her on this honor!

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