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University of South Carolina

USC Trustee Dr. Coleman Floyd Buckhouse and her brother, Bubby Floyd, unveil a new sign that shows their parents’ names officially attached to the medical school at the University of South Carolina. (Photo/USC)
May 26, 2026

USC names School of Medicine for Floyd family

USC renamed its School of Medicine for Dr. Edward Floyd and Kay Floyd after years of service and giving that supported scholarships and faculty at the university.

The University of South Carolina is leading a statewide effort to build a nuclear workforce and support future energy development. (Photo/Ross Norton)
Apr 2, 2026

USC launches Nuclear Workforce Initiative in SC

University of South Carolina launches Nuclear Workforce Initiative to boost training innovation and support growing nuclear energy demand.

South Carolina’s life sciences workers are part of a fast-growing $20 billion industry driving jobs and innovation statewide. Photo/Charles River Labs)
Mar 23, 2026

South Carolina life sciences industry tops $20B growth

South Carolina’s $20B life sciences industry leads regional growth with 5.7% gains, high-paying jobs and expanding manufacturing and research statewide.

The Brain Health Center in Columbia will house South Carolina’s first 7 Tesla MRI scanner, expanding access to advanced neurological diagnostics and care. (Rendering/University of South Carolina)
Mar 20, 2026

USC, Prisma Health partner on Brain Health Center in Columbia

USC and Prisma Health partner to launch Columbia Brain Health Center with advanced MRI technology, new therapies and statewide neurological care access.

Advanced MRI technology at USC’s new Brain Health Center includes a 7-Tesla scanner — the only one in South Carolina — and a 3-Tesla MRI to support early detection and research of neurological conditions. (Photo/University of South Carolina)
Mar 18, 2026

USC opens Brain Health Center for Alzheimer’s care

University of South Carolina opens Brain Health Center with advanced MRI technology to expand Alzheimer’s care, diagnosis, treatment and research statewide.

A new partnership between the University of South Carolina and the Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics will provide $10,000 scholarships to qualifying graduates attending USC. (Photo/University of South Carolina)
Mar 6, 2026

USC, Governor’s School launch new $10,000 scholarship program

University of South Carolina and the Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics launch a $10,000 scholarship for Palmetto Fellows enrolling at USC.

Containers move through the Port of Charleston, a key driver of South Carolina’s $38 billion export economy and one of the top 10 U.S. container ports. (Photo/SC Ports/English Hurteau)
Mar 2, 2026

Punching above its weight: SC’s $38B trade engine

South Carolina exports hit $38 billion in 2024, ranking No. 17 nationally, fueled by manufacturing, Charleston Port logistics and workforce growth.

Gilbane and USC representatives topped out the university’s $300 million School of Medicine building in Columbia’s BullStreet District, marking a major milestone for the health sciences project. (Photo/University of South Carolina)
Jan 28, 2026

Gilbane tops out USC School of Medicine building in Columbia

Gilbane has topped out USC’s $300 million School of Medicine building in Columbia’s BullStreet District, marking a major milestone for the health sciences project.

The development, which is aimed at students, will include an open study lounge. (Rendering/ESG Architecture & Design)
Jan 15, 2026

Landmark to build 825-bed USC student housing on Shop Road

Landmark Properties plans an 825-bed student housing community on Shop Road near USC, with townhome units, resort-style amenities and delivery by 2027.

SCRA was chartered by the state to fuel the South Carolina innovation economy. (Photo/DepositPhotos)|Kirkland
Oct 22, 2025

SCRA names Bill Kirkland interim president and CEO

  South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO as it searches for a permanent replacement for Bob Quinn, who […]

The David and Nicole Tepper Department of Sport and Entertainment Management at USC is the largest sport and entertainment management program in the United States. (Photo/University of South Carolina)
Oct 15, 2025

USC sports program shares new name with NFL team owner

The University of South Carolina renamed its sport and entertainment management program after a $5M gift from The David and Nicole Tepper Foundation.

Flagship Healthcare Properties acquires a fully leased surgery center in Columbia with five ORs, modern tech and proximity to MUSC Health facilities. (Photo/Flagship)
Jul 15, 2025

Charlotte firm acquires surgery center in Columbia

Flagship Healthcare Properties acquires a fully leased surgery center in Columbia with five ORs, modern tech and proximity to MUSC Health facilities.