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View of the outside of the McKissick Museum.

McKissick Museum reimagined for the future of USC

McKissick Museum at the University of South Carolina is set for a major renovation beginning in 2027, transforming the historic Horseshoe landmark into a dynamic hub where collections, classrooms and student life intersect.

Demolition of McBryde residence hall.

What you missed this summer: Facilities

The University of South Carolina made significant progress on major campus construction and renovation projects this summer, including plans for an expanded Russell House, a new Civil Rights Center, The Commons at Carolina residence hall and upgrades to academic, research and campus facilities.

Student sitting at the Thomas Cooper Library fountains on his phone.

USC launches Mobile CarolinaCard for Fall 2026

Beginning in Fall 2026, University of South Carolina students, faculty and staff will be able to use their smartphones or compatible smartwatches as their official CarolinaCard, allowing them to access campus buildings, make purchases, borrow library materials and use other campus services with a simple tap.

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"The ‘living room of campus’ is about to change: USC OKs makeover of student union"

(feat. Derek Gruner, USC architect, and Rex Tolliver, vice president for student affairs and academic support) The State

“Once deemed a 'chamber of horrors,' SC prisons make strides in caring for mentally ill inmates”

(feat. Richard Frierson, neuropsychiatry and behavioral science) The Post and Courier

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