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Dance Marathon
Every February, hundreds of USC students participate in Dance Marathon. Dance
Marathon is an event that happens on campuses across the country to raise money
for the Children’s Miracle Network. It is 24 hours of straight dancing and moving!
DM at USC is the largest student-run philanthropy in the state of South Carolina.
During the marathon students learn different dances to keep them moving, dress in
silly outfits, and are visited by children and their families who directly benefit from
the funds donated to the Children’s Miracle Network.
www.uscdm.org
Class Rings
While you at USC, you will probably hear students talking about getting their
class ring and mentions of the Ring Ceremony. The class ring tradition began in
1999 as a way for students to build their lifelong relationship with the university
as they move towards being alumni. Students have the option of
ordering a class ring and are they presented with it by the President at the Ring
Ceremony which takes place in November and April on the Horseshoe
(weather-permitting). It is always a special time for students to reflect on their
years at Carolina.
Homecoming
Homecoming is an exciting week each fall at USC. Every year Homecoming has a
different theme, but the events throughout the week remain the same.
Homecoming Week starts with clubs and organizations putting up homemade
banners on Greene Street. Monday is Homecoming Kickoff on Greene Street
where students can pick up Homecoming swag and other freebies from
organizations, university offices, and local business. Tuesday night is the Showcase
which introduces the Homecoming King and Queen candidates. Wednesday is
Canned Creations where groups build different structures out of canned goods
and then those cans are donated to a local food bank. Wednesday night is the
much anticipated Spurs and Struts dance competition. Thursday is the Cockfest
Pep Rally and Friday is a parade through campus with student-made floats. On
Friday evening is a Step Show featuring members of the NPHC Greek
organizations (if you have never gone to a step show, this is a MUST!!! Incredible!)
Homecoming Week culminates on Saturday with a football game!
http://homecoming.sc.edu
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