| Overall Rating | Silver - expired |
|---|---|
| Overall Score | 45.79 |
| Liaison | Larry Cook |
| Submission Date | Dec. 4, 2020 |
| Executive Letter | Download |
University of South Carolina
AC-5: Immersive Experience
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
|---|---|---|
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2.00 / 2.00 |
Caroline
Zerhusen Project Coordinator Office of Sustainability |
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Does the institution offer at least one immersive, sustainability-focused educational study program that is one week or more in length?:
Yes
A brief description of the sustainability-focused immersive program(s) offered by the institution, including how each program addresses the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of sustainability:
The University of South Carolina offers numerous sustainability-focused immersive programs, including:
1. There are 3 living learning communities that focus on sustainability related matters at USC, Green Quad, Healthy Carolina Wellness, and Outdoor Adventures and Recreation. Green Quad (https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/housing/living-learning-communities/green_quad/index.php) Healthy Carolina (https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/housing/living-learning-communities/healthy_carolina_wellness/) Outdoor Adventures and Rec (https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/housing/living-learning-communities/outdoor_adventures_and_recreation/)
2. Sustainable Carolina offers many interdisciplinary opportunities for UofSC students that align with USC Connect’s Graduation with Leadership Distinction four pathways. Students enrolled in the program receive one-on-one coaching to help complete their GLD Portfolio and maximize their opportunities to get involved with sustainability at Carolina. (https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/sustainability/get_involved/leadership_program/index.php).
Intern
We offer for-credit, unpaid internships for students. Regardless of your major, opportunities to practice leadership skills, gain professional development and get connected with others in the field are abundant at Sustainable Carolina. As an intern, you will be expected to work approximately 10 hours/week, lead a major project and work on a team with other interns.
Volunteer
Love sustainability but not sure where to start? Interested in hanging out with other students that share a passion for conservation? Volunteer with us! Help set up an event or participate in one of our many community service opportunities.
Flagship events:
Sustainability Showcase
Green Networking Breakfast
Reclaimed Runway
Green Career Fair
Earth Jam
Community Service
Garden service
Rocky Branch clean-ups
Tailgate Recycling
Other Leadership & Service Center opportunities
3. The Office of Study Abroad offers numerous sustainability-focused immersive programs, which can be easily searched for on their comprehensive database. (https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/study_abroad/steps_to_study_abroad/program_directory/)
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