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2025 News

Honors in the news

Extra, extra! South Carolina Honors College students are covering campus happenings and student interests in all forms of media, from articles to airwaves -- but that's not all. They're also honing leadership skills, exploring creative interests and building lasting relationships with their peers. Read all about the SCHC students who are leading, or have recently led, the WUSC radio station, Garnet & Black, Student Gamecock Television (SGTV) and The Daily Gamecock.

Biochemistry senior connects with community through service organizations

Ridha Fatima, a biochemistry senior, joined the Network of Opportunities Toward Elderly Service her freshman year after seeing how hard isolation during the pandemic had been for many people, particularly her grandparents.

Global environmental interests stem from South Carolinian roots

2024 University of South Carolina graduates Kate Barnwell and Carlos Sanchez Julia are pursuing joint master's degrees in the areas of environmental policy, agriculture and sustainability, joining the next generation of climate scholars and advocates.

4 recognized for social justice work

The University of South Carolina has recognized students, faculty and staff members for their work on campus and in the larger community with 2025 Social Justice Awards.

Two-time Olympic gold medalist's second act connects athletes' minds and bodies

Honors alumni Natasha Hastings's athletic talent eventually would propel her to multiple world championships and gold medals, however, her initial start on the Gamecock track and field team was less than stellar.

First-generation student finds connections on campus

As a first-generation Honors College student and an Asian American, Sarah Tra worried if she would find community and connect to her culture on campus. However, joining student organizations helped her make on campus cultural connections.

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