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University of South Carolina - Facilities - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.46

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Quick Stats

Service & Maintenance Staff 395
Campus Size 358 acres
Student Centers
  • The Russell House
  • University Union
Campus Library? Yes
Main Libraries 8
Popular Places to Chill
  • Cool Beans coffee shop
  • The Horseshoe
  • The Russell House
  • University Union
Bar on Campus None
Bowling on Campus None
Coffeehouse on Campus Starbucks in the Russell House University Union
Movie Theater on Campus In the Russell House University Union

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

With all of the improvements that have been made on campus, students seem to be very satisfied overall. The Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center houses five basketball courts, indoor and outdoor pools, an indoor track, a climbing wall, racquetball courts, and strength training equipment. Students really enjoy taking advantage of the long hours and brand new equipment in this multi-million-dollar facility. There is also the Colonial Life Arena, which is the largest arena in the state, seating 18,000 and featuring a state-of-the-art sound system and a four-sided scoreboard.

The Russell House University Union is where students get food, check their mail, see free movies in the Carolina Theater, attend group events, and watch entertainers and speakers ranging from USC students to nationally recognized talent. Built in the 1950s, it may be termed average in comparison with some of USC’s other facilities, but it seems to meet the needs of students. The Thomas Cooper library (seven floors, five of which are underground) contains 3 million volumes and microforms and more than 200 computers. In addition, USC has been working to create a program that would allow students to access resources at all of the university libraries throughout the state.
 

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gracekpritchard

'15

Fashion and Apparel Merchandising

5.0
A+

Student Facilities on Campus

I love the strom wellness and fitness center. There are lots of fitness groups to join and workout rooms to use. Also I had a wonderful experience when I was recently sick at the doctors clinic on campus.

Feb 12, 2012

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dennink

'15

Biology and Biological Sciences

5.0
A+

General Campus

The facilities on campus are very good. They offer many different things to help the students for academics, health, and career searches. Beautiful camupus with friendly faculty and staff.

Feb 10, 2012

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aduyn2011

'15

Business Administration and Management

4.6
A

The Beautiful Campus of South Carolina

Campus is filled with convenient facilities that proves to be of high quality. A few minor setbacks though exist unfortunately here at USC-Columbia. Although there are some flaws that exist, the staff here at USC-Columbia, are very aware of the conditions and try their hardest to improve these condition. The athletic centers and gyms are amongst the most impressive facilities on campus. The library is very nice as well, and the student centers are all over campus. The campus here at USC-Columbia, can serve as a study spot overall by itself: Plenty of room, spacious settings, and relaxed and calmed environment surrounds the campus.

Dec 29, 2011

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Favorite Things To Do

Many students enjoy going to see flicks for free at the Russell House, which are usually playing several nights a week. Similarly, there is almost always a theatrical production showing at Longstreet Theater or Drayton Hall, which draw rather large crowds. The University also hosts Late Night Carolina every semester, where students can get free food, watch movies, and participate in games and other activities like making their own music videos or doing arts and crafts. If music is your thing, the Koger Center hosts bands and orchestras, as well as dance and theatrical performances. The new gym has also given students more incentive to get in shape. There is always a big crowd lifting weights, swimming, running, playing basketball or racquetball, or climbing the 52-foot climbing wall. Whether you are in the mood for burning some energy or getting some rest and relaxation, the facilities at the University of South Carolina provide several options for students when they want to get out of their dorms.

Whether you want to get buff at the gym, watch a fine theatrical production, read a book, grab some grub, see a free movie in the student center, or attend a game at the Colonial Life Arena, there is always plenty to do on campus.

Did You Know?

The Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center has been ranked as one of the top student recreational facilities in the nation.

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