Campus Events
Inter-Fraternal Council Rush
Monday, August 30 - Friday September 3 ... CLC Patio
The IFC will have tables set up outside the CLC, along with various events during the week to recruit new members and answer any questions. For more information, contact Blake Coffey at (276) 870-5168.
Dining Services Ice Cream Social
Tuesday, August 31 ... 5:00 p.m. ... Dining Hall
Dining Services wants all students to know they are appreciated, so we have comprised a Welcome Back series Ice Cream Social Tuesday, August 31 at 5:00 p.m. Also, become a Fan of USC Upstate Dining Services on Facebook!
Senior Alumni Council Senior Social and BBQ
Tuesday, August 31 ... 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ... College Pointe Apts. Pool House
The SAC Senior Social and BBQ will take place on August 31st. This event will be a drop-in, held at College Pointe Apartment’s pool house from 5:00 - 7:00pm. Come out to get your free senior t-shirts and free food. There will also be a table for seniors to sign up for leadership positions in SAC. For more information, contact Leah Anderson at 503-5240 or landerson2@uscupstate.edu.
Freshman Convocation
Wednesday, September 1 ... 10:00 a.m. ... Rose Terrance Quadrangle
Begin the year with our new freshman class and hear remarks from award winning lecturer,Dr. Adolf Brown. Prepare to laugh and be inspired! All freshman students are required to attend this event.
CAB Cool Down: Wax Hands
Wednesday, September 1 ... 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ... CLC Patio
Take a break from classes and enjoy a free opportunity to create wax hands.
CAB Coffeehouse Featuring Russel Howard
Tuesday, September 7 ... 7:00 p.m. ... Jazzman's Cafe
The CAB Coffeehouse series kicks off with a vocal performance by Russell Howard. Russell will perform original and cover songs while students enjoy coffee and friends. This event is free to all Upstate students with student I.D.
LSAT Prep Class
Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 7 - September 30 ... 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ... Media 124
In need of some extra help for the LSAT exam? Come out to the LSAT Prep Classes during the month of September. There will be eight classes at a cost of $250, plus the cost of the test book. The dates of the LSAT are October 9, December 12, and February 13, 2011. The last day to register online is September 7. Contact Dr. Griffis at 503-5660 or jgriffis@uscupstate.edu for more information.
GRE Test Preparation Worskshop
Tuesday and Thursdays, September 21 - November 9 ... 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ... Media 320
Access and Equity, Diversity Affairs and Opportunity Network are offering a GRE test preparation workshop for all students. The workshop will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30p.m. until 7:00p.m. starting Tuesday, September 21, through November 9. The seven week workshop will include 9 hours of English and 9 hours of mathematic instruction. The cost for Upstate students is $75 and will include all workshop materials. If interested, register as soon as possible in Rampey 122 or for more information, contact Ina Minsky at 503-5965.
Campus News
Senior Alumni Council – A Brand New Organization, Just For Seniors
The Office of Alumni Affairs is launching Senior Alumni Council, an organization is designed to support seniors as they transition from students to alumni and evoke a sense of excitement about graduation. SAC will host a variety of activities throughout the year. All seniors are encouraged to join. For more information, contact Leah Anderson at 503-5240 or landerson2@uscupstate.edu.
Jazzman's Cafe Hours
Grab your coffee all day long from Jazzman's Cafe! They are open from 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday!
Check Out This Week In A Glance from Sumter School District 17!
Sumter School District 17 presents This Week In A Glance. It features articles about USC Upstate Graduates! Download it here...
Special Offers
Steak Royale Restaurant is Offering 10% off to USC Upstate Students!
All students are invited to take some time, unwind and enjoy the warm and friendly atmosphere, familiar faces, excellent service, and exceptionally good food for an affordable price that Steak Royale has to offer. Steak Royale serves familiar favorites such as; the fabulous salad bar, hand rubbed slow roasted prime rib, Hawaiian chicken, pasta and much more. USC Upstate students may show Upstate ID and recieve 10% off their meal. Steak Royale Restaurant is located at 990 Charisma Drive, Spartanburg, SC 29303. Call Steak Royale at 503-0777 for more information.