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USC VISITOR GUIDE / 1 Home 2017-2018 VISITOR GUIDE USC VISITOR GUIDE / 1 home. A community for everyone Living and Learning Communities are an integral part of the university experience, providing students with the opportunity to live in a residence hall that promotes diversity, embraces excellence, encourages insightful faculty-student interaction and works to develop a strong sense of community. University Housing offers 18 unique Living Learning Community options available to all students living on campus. Students can apply for one of these communities based off of their academic or personal interests. Visit www.housing.sc.edu/alc.html for more information. Discover more at www.housing.sc.edu UofSCHousing CONTENTS NEED A MAP? 16 MAP OF CAMPUS 19 Tear out this map, and take a self-guided tour of campus. CAROLINA TRADITIONS 10 INTRODUCTION Learn more about Carolina Traditions. 19 GAME DAY Get the scoop on football Saturdays in Columbia. 22 CAROLINA-CLEMSON RIVALRY We take rivalries very seriously here. 26 LOCAL SPOTS IN COLUMBIA 25 FESTIVALS From Greek to film, Columbia probably has a festival for it. 26 COLUMBIA DINING Find out where the best spots are to eat around town. 28 HISTORY IN COLUMBIA Learn about popular areas that also help tell Columbia’s history. ON THE COVER: COCKY, USC’S MASCOT, POINTS TO THE HISTORIC 28 MAXCY MONUMENT ON THE HORSESHOE. USC VISITOR GUIDE / 3 ABOUT THE DESIGNER This guide is designed in partnership with a student at the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Michaela Baker is a visual communications major who works with the webmaster of the College of Information and Communications. The Irmo, S.C., native has a passion for design, photography and typography. ABOUT THE SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATIONS The School of Journalism and Mass Communications bridges practice and research, preparing the next generation of mass communications practitioners and scholars to communicate clearly, concisely, creatively and with integrity — ultimately advancing the MICHAELA BAKER communications professions in a democratic society. Our majors prepare students to report the news, design graphics, analyze databases, create websites, execute social media campaigns and manage public relations and ad- vertising accounts. Students graduate with skills and areas of specialization that make them highly sought after and prepared to excel in our fast-paced digital world. Stay Connected @VisitUofSC @VisitUofSC VisitUofSC Take a virtual tour: VisitUofSC sc.edu/virtualtour 4 / USC VISITOR GUIDE WELCOME TO GAMECOCK COUNTRY Welcome to the University of South Carolina’s Platinum building in the state and offers green rooftop ter- races, natural light and an open, flexible design. And just historic campus! Located in the capital city, our in time for its 150th anniversary, our School of Law has a majestic new home — complete with a Dale Chihuly chande- globally recognized research university is home to lier — that anchors Columbia’s legal corridor. I may be bi- more than 34,000 students who are preparing to ased, but I believe our School of Law and the Moore School should both be a “must see” on any Columbia tour. step into tomorrow’s leadership roles. The mighty Gamecocks have enjoyed an enthusiastic fan base in Patricia and I moved from Amherst, Mass., to Columbia in 1998 Columbia for years. Gamecock Park, a 50-acre tailgating facility when I accepted a position as dean of the Arnold School of on Bluff Road, is the perfect place to meet and cheer on the Public Health. We were delighted to discover that Columbia was marching band, cheerleaders and football team as they stride experiencing an exciting urban renaissance. And believe me, down The Garnet Way into Williams-Brice Stadium. An SEC as a willing partner in this great transformation, I can happily favorite, Gamecock football has a substantial financial impact on say that it continues to be a very exciting and rewarding time. the Midlands, bringing in more than $6.26 million per game. Fans and visitors alike enjoy Southern hospitality at local restaurants As I begin my 10th year as USC’s president and my 20th and hotels and a lively nightlife in Five Points after each game. as a South Carolinian, I take pleasure in our beautiful city; the Congaree Vista has transformed from drab warehous- USC’s Colonial Life Arena is also a hot spot for sports and es into a colorful district for living, shopping and dining. Our music fans alike. This year, attendance at both the wom- award-winning museums offer everything from art to science en’s and men’s basketball games reached an all-time high to regional history. The Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, with as our women’s team won the 2017 National Champion- 2,000 animals and a gorgeous botanical garden, is a family ship and our men finished in the Final Four. The CLA has favorite, and First Thursdays on Main finds artisans and locals also hosted sold-out concerts for the Red Hot Chili Pep- mingling late into the evening as businesses remain open. pers, Paul McCartney, Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, USC alumnus Darius Rucker, Rascal Flatts and more. I believe it is our students who infuse the city with enthu- siasm and energy. Since 1801, the university has played Whether you are here to tour our campus, cheer on one a significant role in the growth of the Midlands. Today, of our premiere sports teams, visit the McKissick exhib- it has an annual impact of $5.5 billion on the economy its or enjoy some Southern cooking, you’ll soon discover, and supports more than 60,000 jobs statewide. Top in- as Patricia and I did, that Columbia is a city full of life, joy ternational research scientists are drawn to campus just and imagination. It’s no surprise that it’s been named one as budding entrepreneurs are drawn to Innovista. of the best college towns in the nation. Enjoy your visit! Our No. 1-ranked Darla Moore School of Business, designed by renowned architect Rafael Vinoly, is the largest LEED 6 / USC VISITOR GUIDE USC VISITOR GUIDE / 7 COME SEE WHY 650 LINCOLN IS THE BEST APARTMENTOUR MODELTOUR TODAY! STUDENT LIVING COMMUNITY FOR YOU! • Located on the University of South Carolina Campus • 2 & 4 Bedroom Apartments • All Utilities Included in Rent • Wi-Fi Throughout the Property • Fully Furnished with Extra-Long Full Beds, Washer/Dryer and Kitchen • Clubroom, Fitness Center, Resort Style Pool, Dedicated Paid Parking Deck, and Carolina Card Access • Street Level Access to Retail and Restaurants Main St. Gervais St. Harden St. Assembly St. Pickens St. The Lincoln St. COME VISIT OUR LEASING OFFICE Vista USC IN THE LOBBY OF THE DEVINE BUILDING Greene St. 650 5 803.814.0913 | www.650lincoln.com Blossom St. Lincoln Points Strom Thurmond Wellness Center Whaley St. NOW LEASING! Fall 2018 - Spring 2019 650 Lincoln is a USC Foundation Partnership that is managed by Holder Properties. You’re busy! We get it! • Cold, Cough, & Sinus • Stings & Bites • Flu Shots & Treatment • Sprains & Fractures • Urinary Infections • And Much More! • Food Poisoning • Cuts & Minor Burns 12 Midlands locations Open late and weekends | Check-in online at DoctorsCare.com FOREVER TO THEE Symbols and traditions at the University of South Carolina WE HAIL THEE, CAROLINA Our customs and traditions make us who we are. They shape our characters, fuel our passions, inform our decisions and support us on whatever path we choose. On the following pages, you will find the history and practice of some of Carolina’s most storied pastimes. Many of these traditions were already well-known generations ago. All of them are still a part of the fabric of life at Carolina. 10 / USC VISITOR GUIDE USC VISITOR GUIDE / 11 THE ALMA MATER Written in 1911 by university English professor George A. Wauchope, the WE HAIL THEE, CAROLINA alma mater is sung at many important university events. The words, listed We hail thee, Carolina, and sing thy high praise; to the right, are set to the music of Jonathan E. Spilman’s “Flow Gently, With loyal devotion, rememb’ring the days, Sweet Afton” in the key of A flat, the original lyrics of which were writ- When proudly we sought thee, thy children to be; ten by Robert Burns. Wauchope’s contribution to the university’s history Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee! would not have existed were it not for an entry in the March 1911 issue of The Gamecock, USC’s student newspaper. The story reported that the Since pilgrims of learning, we entered thy walls, university’s faculty would give a $50 prize to whoever could create the And found dearest comrades in thy classic halls; alma mater. The university actually put out the offer two years prior to the We’ve honored and loved thee, as sons faithfully; story’s publication but had trouble getting entries, hence their outreach Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee! through The Gamecock. Generations of sons have rejoiced to proclaim All of the contest entries were compiled into a songbook that made its Thy watchword of service, thy beauty and fame way to the university’s chapel for use in services. Wauchope’s contribution For ages to come shall their rallying cry be; was not immediately chosen as the alma mater, but it quickly stood out Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee! as a student favorite. After a few years of use in the chapel, the song was declared the official alma mater. Fair shrine of high honor and truth, thou shalt still Blaze forth as a beacon, thy mission fulfill; Each of the alma mater’s stanzas ends with the phrase “Here’s a health, And be crowned by all hearts in a new jubilee; Carolina, forever to thee!” When this phrase is sung, it is a tradition to Here’s a health, Carolina, forever to thee! raise one’s right hand in the air, with fingers cupped, as though raising a toast to the university.
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