Campus Events
Meet Tom Moore Craig, Author of Upcountry South Carolina Goes to War
Thursday, October 1, 4:00 p.m. … Administration Building Lobby
Historian Tom Moore Craig will be on campus Thursday, October 1, 2009 to discuss his book, Upcountry South Carolina Goes to War. The book includes more than one hundred family letters from the 1850's and 1860's and the stories of three prominent Spartanburg families who tell of their lives before the Civil War and how it affected their sons. The book is $30 and will be available for purchase. All students are invited to attend. A book signing and reception will follow.
The Shoestring Players Present: You Can’t Take It With You
October 1 - 3, 8:00 p.m., October 4, 3 p.m. … HPAC
Come out and see this Pulitzer Prize winning comedic play in three acts by George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart. Student tickets are on sale now in the USC Upstate Box Office. Ticket prices are $4 for students and $6 for the general public. For more information contact Rich Robinson at (864) 503-5261 or check out the press release.
Moon Festival Celebration 2009
Friday, October 2, 7:00 p.m. ...Campus Life Center Lobby
The Moon Festival, also known as the Mid-Autumn Festival, is one of the most important traditional annual events in the Chinese community. It is a great time for thanksgiving, celebrating the harvest, family reunion, getting together with friends, and appreciating the beauty and peace of a bright full moon. Join us to make new friends and to enjoy a wonderful time.
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.
USC Upstate College Republicans Present Solicitor Trey Gowdy
Monday, October 5, 2:30 p.m. … Media Building, Room 220
Solicitor Trey Gowdy will be speaking to students about his campaign for the 4th District congressional seat. All students are welcome to attend. For more information contact Jim Griffis at (864) 503-5660.
Mr. Phi Mu Pageant
Monday, October 5, 7:00 p.m. ... CLC Ballroom
Come out and support Phi Mu Sorority as they present the Mr. Phi Mu Pageant. The cost is $2 per person and all proceeds support the Childrens Miracle Network.
National Depression Screening Day
Tuesday, October 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. … CLC Second Floor Lobby
Have you or someone that you know ever experienced feelings of constant fatigue or sadness, have trouble sleeping, lack of appetite or increased appetite, fluctuation of weight, increased irritability, feelings of being isolated, or have trouble concentrating? These are common symptoms of depression and most people have or will experience this. In an effort to normalize this issue, Counseling Services invites all students to attend the Depression Screening Day event. Participants can learn more about depression by picking up brochures, completing a self assessment and viewing an educational video. Counselors will also be available to talk with participants. Participating students will be entered in a FREE raffle for great prizes. For more information, contact Counseling Services at (864) 503-5195 or stop by the Counseling Services office in the CLC Suite 224.
Watch the Documentary: The Devil Came on Horseback
Tuesday, October 6, 6:00 p.m. … HPAC Screening Film Room
Watch a documentary about the current genocide in Darfur entitled The Devil Came on Horseback. After viewing the documentary, find out how you can help. There will be a discussion after the film. For more information, contact Seth Guest.
USC Upstate College Republicans Present Candidate Christina Jeffrey
Monday, October 19, 2:30 p.m. … Media 220
Christina Jeffrey, candidate for South Carolina’s 4th District congressional seat will be speaking to the USC Upstate Republicans on October 19, 2009. All students are welcomed to attend.
Midnight Madness!
Monday, October 19, 10:00 p.m. ... Hodge Center
Everyone is invited to the FREE Midnight Madness event on Monday, October 19 in the Hodge Center. Come and enjoy food and drinks, 500 free t-shirts, and an Air Elite Acrobatic Dunk Team performance.
USC Upstate’s First Internship Fair
Tuesday, October 20, 10 a.m. - 2 a.m. … CLC Ballroom
Students are encouraged to attend USC Upstate’s first Internship Fair on Tuesday, October 20, 2009. This event gives students an opportunity to learn about internships in their major, and allow them a chance to network with area businesses and agencies. For more information, contact John Montemayor at (864) 503-5124.
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
Hub City Co-Op Now Accepting Memberships
The Hub City Co-Op is now accepting memberships. Visit their Web site to learn more. There is a membership form there and a great video in case you're not exactly sure what a co-op is all about, plus more information if you have any questions.
Come out and support Upstate Intramurals
Please join us and check out what the University is offering in intramural sports. It is not too late to sign up for Indoor Volleyball! Sign-ups for Racquetball, Table Tennis, and Texas Hold’em are also available. In addition, if you want to participate in the Moonshine Run on October 13, 2009, please email campusrec@uscupstate.edu. All runners will receive a free T-Shirt. For more information contact Intramural Sports Director David Lancaster.
USC Upstate Softball Ranked 14th in Nation for Academics
USC Upstate softball has been recognized for its strength on the field, but the Spartans have proven to be just as solid in the classroom as Upstate was ranked 14th among all NCAA Division I softball programs with a 3.401 GPA for the 2008-09 academic year, announced the National Fastpitch Coaches Association Monday. Read more...
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.
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
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.
The Writing Center is open NOW
The University Writing Center has opened. 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.
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.
Community Events
Visit Southside Park for Thursday Night Dirt Camp
Thursday, October 1, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. … Croft State Natural Area, Southside Park
Students are invited to come out Thursday October 1, 2009 to the Croft State Natural Area, at Southside Park to mountain bike on the Croft State Single Track, or the Southside Park Trails. The cost is $5 and it includes the SC State Park entry fee. For more information, contact Jenna Walker at (864) 595-5356.
Spartanburg International Festival
Saturday, October 3, 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. … Barnet Park
Come and experience cultures from around the world at the Spartanburg International Festival at Barnet Park. There will be food, a sports area, and many new countries will be represented this year. Please come and show your support.
Support LIVE Local Music
Saturday, October 10, 8:00 p.m. … The Ultimate Basement, Mill Springs, N.C.
Parallel Theory will be performing live at the Ultimate Basement in Mill Springs North Carolina on Saturday, October 10, 2009. The cost is $6. Come out and enjoy the show on October 10!
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….
The Junior League of Spartanburg Presents: Santa’s Shoppe 2009
Thursday, November 12 - Sunday, November 15 … Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium
Everyone is invited to start their Holiday shopping early with the Junior League of Spartanburg’s 21st Anniversary of Santa's Shoppe on November 12-15, 2009 at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium in Downtown Spartanburg. The Santa's Soiree gala is Thursday, November 12, 2009. Tickets are $40 per person and $75 per couple. This gala will feature both live and silent auctions, music, food, shopping and more. The Shop ‘til You Drop event is on Friday, November 13, and continues through Sunday, November 15. Tickets are $5 in advance or $7 at the door. To purchase tickets, contact the Junior League of Spartanburg office, or any Junior League of Spartanburg member. Proceeds from all events will benefit Junior League community project charities. For more information contact the League Office at (864) 583-5842 or event chair Maisie Rash at (864) 497-2443.
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….
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
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.