Campus Events
Have a Taste of Memphis in the Dining Hall!
Thursday, September 17 … Dining Hall
Dining Services is doing a promotion called Tour North America. The goal is to take students on a tour of taste and fun for each destination. This week, the tour is in Memphis. Come out and eat Barbeque, hear music, and put your name in a FREE raffle for prizes!
Club Art and Design hosts Artapalooza
Thursday, September 17, 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. … CLC First and Second Floor Lobbies
The Artapalooza event, hosted by Club Art and Design, will feature a digital photo booth that allows students to have photos taken and digitally enhanced on the spot. It will also feature a chalk drawing contest, a "create your own postcard" booth, and much more. There will be a jazz combo band playing from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. and hot dogs and hamburgers will be served. We hope to see you there.
Nickel and Dimed (PREFACE) Author to Visit USC Upstate Students
Thursday, September 17, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. ... HPAC Lobby
University of South Carolina Upstate first-year students will be reading Barbara Ehrenreich’s book Nickel and Dimed in English 101 this school year. Ehrenreich wrote the book about going undercover and working at minimum wage jobs and trying to survive on those wages for a month. She will be visiting USC Upstate on Thursday, September 17 to talk with students and other members of the University community in an informal setting, in the HPAC first floor lobby, from 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Read more...
CAB Presents: Think You Got TALENT?
Apply by: Friday, September 18 ... Student Life Office, 2nd Floor, CLC
CAB wants you to apply to be in this year’s CAB Talent Show that will be held during the Fallfest event on Friday, September 25 in the CLC Ballroom. The applications are available now! Return your completed application to the Student Life office. Auditions are Monday and Tuesday, September 21 - 22.
Intramurals have begun! Sign Up NOW!
Intramurals have started for this semester. Flag Football and Fantasy Football have begun. There is still time to register for other intramural sports. The deadline to register for Tennis and Volleyball is Tuesday, September 22. We would love for you and your team to become involved in intramural programs. Go ahead and get registered and we will see you on the field! Please visit the Web site to register….
Come Out to the Monster College Advantage
Tuesday, September 22, 5:30 p.m. … URC Greatroom
All first year students are invited to attend Monster College Advantage. This is an energetic presentation that will help freshman students achieve the best possible result from their time in college. Topics will include time management, goal setting and much more. All freshman are encouraged to attend.
Graduate School Test Preparation Workshop
Tuesday, September 22 - November 10, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. … Hodge 268
The Office of Diversity Affairs and Opportunity Network are pleased to announce an opportunity for students to participate in the Graduate School Test Preparation Workshop for the GRE and the GMAT. The workshop will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. beginning on Tuesday, September 22 and will conclude on November 10. This seven-week workshop will meet in Hodge 268. The cost for students is $75. All materials are included. If interested, contact Opportunity Network at 503-5966. Seating is limited. Please make checks payable to USC Upstate. Payment is due at time of reservation.
The International Club wants YOU!
Wednesday September 23, 6:00 p.m. … Sparty’s Den, Palmetto House
The International Club invites you to their introductory social meeting. Come on out, join the International Club and feast on FREE pizza and drinks!
Career Center’s Life After College Series Presents:
Gloria Graves, Coordinator of Student Development Programs at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System
Thursday, September 24, 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ... CLC 309
Students who are interested in internships in the healthcare environment are urged to attend this series. Gloria Graves will be speaking to all students who are interested in internships or job shadowing at Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. All students who want to intern or job shadow at Spartanburg Regional have to go to her office in order to begin the process of orientation and placement.
The Upstate Fallfest Weekend will be fun for all to enjoy!
September 25 - 27, 2009 … Downtown Spartanburg
The University of South Carolina Upstate will host Upstate Fallfest, a fun family weekend, September 25 - 27 and everyone is invited! The weekend promises activities ranging from live music, sporting events and much, much more. Friday, students are invited to a volleyball game in Hodge Gym and a campus wide talent show afterwards. A Fun Walk/Run around campus begins Saturday’s events and that afternoon, dine on good food provided by the Beacon Drive-In, and good music by The Associates and the Swingin’ Medallions. After the concert, come out to a men’s soccer game against Presbyterian College. Sunday, watch the women’s soccer game against the University of North Florida. Come out and experience Fallfest Weekend. For a full schedule of events, visit the Fallfest Web site…
Upstate Bookstore Sponsors Banned Books Week
Saturday, September 26, - Friday October 3 … Upstate Bookstore, HEC
The Upstate Bookstore wants to invite you to read banned books to support the principle of intellectual freedom. Please stop by the bookstore and take a look at books that have been banned or challenged! Express your freedom!
Dig Pink!
Tuesday, September 29, 7:00 p.m. … Hodge Gym
With the month of October designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness month, the USC Upstate volleyball team will start the month two days early to support this worthy cause with the Dig Pink Rally campaign. The Spartans have designated their home match on Tuesday, Sept. 29 against Wofford as USC Upstate's "Dig Pink" match. Individual sponsors can pledge money or make a donation for the cause online. The money raised by the team will go directly to The Side-Out Foundation, a volleyball consortium, dedicated to supporting health care professionals in their pursuit of practical solutions for women and men with this dreaded disease. For more information contact assistant coach Ashley Stathas at (864) 503-5158 or astathas@uscupstate.edu. Find out more on their Web site…
Would you like to be certified in exercise and choreography?
Saturday, October 3 - Sunday October 4, 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. … HEC room 2002
Maya Carter is hosting an AFAA Group Exercise Certification in practical skills, and choreography workshop. The workshop will include a review of the AFAA’s basic exercise standards and guidelines. The price of the workshop is $299 and includes a one year AFAA membership, a primary group exercise certification study guide and a one day certification review. Current CPR certification is required prior to registration. For more information, contact Maya Carter, mcarter@uscupstate.edu.
Peace Corps Lunch
Monday, November 2, 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. ... CLC 309
Rachel Mast, Regional Recruiter for the Peace Corps, along with USC Upstate Faculty Members Dr. Jack Turner and Prof. Douglas Jackson will share their experiences as Peace Corps Volunteers and inform interested students and alums about the interview and selection process for Peace Corps Volunteers.
Campus News
Control Your Privacy on Facebook: 10 Privacy Settings Every Facebook User Should Know
Have you ever been tagged in a picture on Facebook that caused you great shame? Have you ever added a complete stranger to your friends list because you shared mutual friends, but you don’t know how to allow them to only see certain things? Well, we want all students to be aware of all the privacy settings that Facebook offers. There are ways to only allow a certain group of your Facebook friends to your personal profile information. Often times, you may be tagged in pictures not meant for your family members or your employers to see and it causes problems. Nick O’Neill at All Facebook, the Unofficial Facebook Resource wrote an article entitled, 10 Privacy Settings Every Facebook User Should Know, that teaches you how to make your Facebook profile more private. All students are encouraged to take a look…
Supplemental Instruction (SI) has begun!
Supplemental Instruction (SI) is a series of peer-led review sessions to assist students with courses that are usually difficult. SI is available to all students who want a better understanding of course material and wish to improve their grades. On average, students who attend SI on a regular basis earn a final letter grade that is ½ to a full letter grade higher. Please take advantage of SI! Visit the Academic Support Center Web site for a full list of course offerings…
It is now football season, get your tickets NOW! Let's go Gamecocks!
USC Gamecock Tickets are now available for sale
Hurry, limited supply!!!!
USC Gamecock Games
September 19 – Florida Atlantic - SPECIAL OFFER! All University of South Carolina Faculty, Staff, and students throughout the entire University system have the ability to purchase discounted tickets to the Gamecocks’ home opening football game Saturday September 19 as part of the University’s “System Day”. Tickets are available now for only $25 per person. The discounted ticket may be redeemed by entering the promotional code “SPURSUP” in the box marked “Discount Offer” using this link.
September 24 –Mississippi ($36)
October 3 – South Carolina State ($28)
October 10 – Kentucky ($36)October 24 – Vanderbilt ($36)
If you are interested in purchasing tickets, visit CLC Room 303. If you have any questions, please call 503-5107.
Discrimination or Harassment Complaints or Concerns
For assistance with a discrimination or harassment concern, contact Sharon Woods in the Office of Employee Relations and Equal Opportunity at 864-503-5344 or swoods@uscupstate.edu. Read more about the University’s complaint procedures on our Web Site.
Attention Coffee Lovers Everywhere!
Jazzman’s Café will be giving away our NEW Perk’s Card with the purchase of the “Perfect 10 Duet”. The combo includes the 10th Anniversary Coffee and the Caramel Buzz Latte Muffin for only $2.99. We are only giving it away this month and after September the card will cost $25. Come out and take advantage of this amazing offer.
Important Safety Information
Please use caution when crossing campus streets. Remember, according to the South Carolina Code of Laws, when not in a crosswalk, pedestrians must yield the right-of-way to vehicles.
The Writing Center is open NOW
The University Writing Center has opened as of September 8, 2009. Come take advantage of the 50 minute tutoring sessions the center offers by appointment. Walk-ins are welcomed during slow periods. They are facilitating a number of writing workshops this fall to aide students with things such as MLA/APA formatting, drafting ideas, and paper revision and review.
Writing Center hours of operation:
Monday’s, Wednesday’s, and Friday’s: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Call the Writing Center for more information at 503-5883 or visit the Writing Center’s website
Do you need documents printed, bound, finished or more?
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What is QEP? Check Out the Video and Send in Your Ideas!
USC Upstate is preparing to launch a Quality Enhancement Plan (or QEP) that is designed to enhance a significant aspect of your educational experience at Upstate. What is the significant aspect? Well, we don’t know that yet, and we need your input in making that determination. In fact, we need the entire University community (students, staff, and faculty) to provide input into determining exactly what it is that we want to enhance about your educational experience.
What can you do? First, view the very entertaining and informative QEP video. Believe me, you don’t want to miss this!
Also, please consider submitting a QEP topic idea (a couple of sentences) or a QEP topic proposal (2 pages). The QEP Web site has submission information and guidelines and submission forms (topic idea or two-page proposal). If you are a member of a campus organization, you might consider a submission from that organization. We’re anticipating some interesting topic proposals from the campus community. If you have any questions, please direct them to a member of the QEP Committee or to QEP@uscupstate.edu.
Sociology Student Club Re-forms!
Interested in sociology? This is your chance to get in on the ground level of our student club and make it what you want it to be. Would you like to host panels or videos, hold informal campus discussions, do service projects, work on research or … ? It’s up to you. Those interested should contact Sociology Club advisor: Dr. Laura Jennings, Media 304, 503-5667.
Vote Now On The Top 25 Moments In Upstate Baseball HistoryThe USC Upstate baseball program needs your help as it enters its 25th season in 2010. Begun in 1986, the Spartan nine have had a varied and successful history, all the way from an 8-3 win over Lenoir-Rhyne on March 2, 1986 to its last game of 2009, a 9-2 win over Campbell. The baseball program, in conjunction with the USC Upstate athletic media relations department, has accepted nominations for the Top 25 Moments in program history. Now through Friday, October 16, the program's followers, fans, family, alumni and supporters can vote on the final ballot. Please vote!
MySpartanJob.com: Update Student Employment Application
Before you begin applying for on-campus jobs, ensure that your application is up-to -date! Students who have already created applications from the MySpartanJob.com Web page should make updates by logging in with their existing username and password.
For students who have not previously created an application, follow the link to MySpartanJob.com.
To update an existing application, follow the link to MySpartanJob.com and complete the following steps:
- Go to MySpartanJob.com, and from the right navigation pane, select View/Edit Application.
- Enter login information to continue to update your application. Review all information for accuracy, including your e-mail address and any employment or other experiences from this past year. Correct any misspelled words or typos.
- Save your changes so your application will be correct when viewed during the summer for fall employment purposes.
Note: Usernames and passwords are case sensitive. For assistance with your username or password, contact Myra Segars-Szustak, (864) 503-5323, for assistance.
Community Events
The Woodruff Community Center wants YOU to Volunteer!
The Woodruff Community Center (WCC) has opportunities available for students to give back to the community. The WCC has an After-School Program that starts October 5, 2009, however, recruitment for volunteers is now through September 21, 2009. The After-School program will provide instruction for 72 kindergarten through 5th grade students for six weeks. The hours are Monday through Wednesday from 2:45 - 4 p.m. The WCC is also sponsoring a golf tournament for those who are interested in participating. If you would like additional information, please call Chandra Todd at (864) 476-2256 or click here to download a registration form.
Wild Wing Cafe Music Challenge
Wednesday, September 30, 5:00 - 11:00 p.m. ... Wild Wing Cafe, Spartanburg, SC
News Channel 7 is doing a "Battle of the Bands"-type competition on September 30 at the Spartanburg Wild Wing Cafe from 5 pm until 11 pm. The "Wild Wing Cafe Music Challenge" gives local bands and musicians the opportunity to compete for a television feature. So if you or anyone you know would be interested in this event, please tell them to go to www.sceneon7.com to register, or contact Kristina Smith at (864) 595-4637 or ksmith@wspa.com for more information.
Experience Street Beat
Monday, October 19, 7:00 p.m. … David Reid Theatre, Chapman Cultural Center
Street Beat is a high energy explosion of urban rhythm, hip hop moves and break dance acrobatics. This is a company of drummers, musicians and dancers who bring the raw rhythmic originality of street style performances together in a dynamic stage production. The price for students is $10. Visit the Chapman Cultural Center’s Web site….
Visit Hollywild Animal Park for College Days!
Saturdays and Sundays of October, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. … Hollywild Animal Park
If you need a break from your studies and would like to take a ride on the wild side, Hollywild Animal Park would love for you to visit any time! During the month of October they are having College Days and students visiting will receive a special rate. Spend a day at Hollywild for only $6 for you and a friend. Take a ride on the safari, hand feed the animals, and catch a Creature Feature Presentation. If you like, bring a picnic lunch or buy concessions on site. Preview the fun at Hollywild Animal Park online….
Chapman Cultural Center Presents: 3 Short Films
Thursday, October 22, 7:00 p.m. … David Reid Theatre, Chapman Cultural Center
Come out and watch these 3 short films. The price is $5.
Song of Pumpkin Brown
A lonely boy discovers the jazz trumpet as a way to deal with his growing grief
Search
A thought-provoking commentary on death and dying through the eyes of a lonely African-American housekeeper
Le Croisment
A young prostitute, crosses paths with the Poet
For more information, visit the Chapman Cultural Center’s Web site….
Traces of the Trade
Thursday, November 12, 7:00 p.m. … David Reid Theatre, Chapman Cultural Center
This movie is about the largest slave-trading family in U.S. history. Come out and enjoy this film. The price is $5. For more information visit the Chapman Cultural Center’s Web site….
First Annual Water Festival
Saturday, October 24, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Watershed Ecology Center is hosting it's first Annual Water Festival in October. There will be fun for the entire family a well as many educational booths and games. Come out and join us! Find out more...
Experience Alegria by Cirque du Soleil for a Discounted Price
Wednesday, November 18 - Sunday November 22 … BI-LO Center
Students are invited to experience Alegria by Cirque du Soleil for a student price of only $20. Alegria is a state of mind which means “jubilation” in Spanish. The characters of Alegria play out the lives of King’s fools, minstrels, beggars, old aristocrats, clowns and children from ancient monarchies to modern democracies. This special student offer is only available online and will expire on September 25. For more information, visit the Web site.
Special Offers
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Spartans + Jimmy John's
Jimmy John’s is a new corporate partner with Upstate Athletics. Check out their web site to see their menu or order online. They are just down the road on Pine Street and they deliver to USC Upstate.