Move Up Day
First-year and new transfer students move up and into their new Spartan home. Learn more about Move Up.
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New Student Convocation
G.B. Hodge CenterNew Student Convocation is the University’s official welcome for our first-year and transfer students, marking the beginning of their academic careers at USC Upstate. The event features remarks from the Chancellor, Provost, and a keynote speaker, followed by a pinning ceremony led by the President of the Student Government Association.
Summer Orientation 2024
First Year in College Orientation: All majors (Late Applicants and International Students) Orientation is a one-day event for admitted students. Visit the Orientation page for more information on SOAR, including how to register.
First Day of Classes
Fall classes begin
Labor Day Holiday
Labor Day Holiday – no classes
Global Career Forum
University Readiness Center (URC)Join USC Upstate’s premier career event connecting new graduates, students and businesses. The Global Career Forum includes a job fair, panel discussions, roundtables and more.
Ninth Annual Josh Lee 5K
G.B. Hodge CenterUSC Upstate athletics, in partnership with Johnny and Laurie Lee of Spartanburg, S.C., is excited to host the ninth Annual Josh Lee Memorial 5K on Saturday, October 12, 2024 on the USC Upstate campus. The annual event was founded by Cathy and Thomas Voelker and was first held in 2016 as part of the Mighty […]
$25
Fall Break
Fall Break – no classes
Morgan Square Madness
Downtown SpartanburgMorgan Madness, the outdoor, interactive basketball event, returns for its third year to downtown Spartanburg. Morgan Square Madness introduces USC Upstate’s men’s and women’s basketball teams and includes activities from music, contests and more. The event is free and open to the public.
Family and Alumni Weekend
Save the date for this year’s Family and Alumni Weekend! The entire weekend is filled with events for everyone (students, faculty, staff, alumni, families, and friends of the university)!
Inaugural Class Ring Ceremony
The official class ring evokes Upstate memories and loyalty to our alma mater, and serves as a testament to all past, present, and future Spartans. Join the first official class ring ceremony during Family and Alumni Weekend! Be a part of the new tradition and order your ring today.
Johnson Innovation Speaker Series
George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and EconomicsUSC Upstate’s Johnson College of Business and Economics proudly presents: Philippe Barreaud Location: George Dean Johnson, Jr. College of Business and Economics160 East St. John Street, Spartanburg, SC Room 150 (BMW classroom) Registration is now closed. A livesteam will be available and will begin at 12:10 p.m. Watch the Livestream Seminar is FREE, and […]