Your Guide to Columbia, the University of South Carolina, and ...

The Horseshoe
The Horseshoe (also casually and affectionately known as the ‘Shoe) is the
original part of the University of South Carolina’s campus which dates back to
1805. The gates that lead into the Horseshoe have become a symbol for the
university. The Horseshoe is made up 11 historic buildings which are all in use
and serve different roles for the university such as classrooms, offices, residence
halls, and the President’s House. 10 of those buildings date back to the 19th
century and the entire Horseshoe is listed on the National Register of Historic
Places. The engraved bricks that make up the pathways through and around the
Horseshoe have been donated by alumni. The Horseshoe continues to be heart
and center of the University of South Carolina. On a nice day, it will be filled
with students playing Frisbee, enjoying lunch, or studying. If a prominent figure
or event comes to USC, it is very likely they will speak or perform from the
Horseshoe. Pope John Paul II, President Ronald Reagan, alumni Hootie and the
Blowfish, and ESPN’s College Game Day are the select few who have
addressed the university from the Horseshoe.
Performing Arts
If you enjoy the performing arts, there are many ways you can enjoy them or
even participate in them while in Columbia. The USC Department of Theater
and Dance and the School of Music have performances at least once a month
throughout the semester. You can find their schedules on their websites and
can also be added to their mailing lists. Students of any major are eligible to
audition for a Theater production. Some classes require students to attend a
USC performance which is a great way for students to watch their very talented
peers.
Larger performing arts events are also common in Columbia and USC. Many big names have
performed at the Colonial Life Arena such as Keith Urban, Usher, and Prince. Touring Broadway
musicals and symphonies usually perform at the Koger Center. There are also smaller
venues throughout Columbia for local bands, community theater, and independent films.
www.cas.sc.edu/THEA - www.music.sc.edu - http://koger.sc.edu - www.coloniallifearena.com -
www.nickelodeon.org - www.trustus.org - www.towntheatre.com
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