The Center for Civic Engagement is Rocking the Vote at CofC on Wednesday, January 17th!

Did you know 41 million members of Gen Z will be eligible to vote in 2024, making this generation of the most powerful forces in local, statewide and national races? Learn more about the power of Gen Z to impact change at the Center for Civic Engagement’s first Pop-Up Service of the semester! They’ll also help you make sure your voter registration is up-to-date, help you apply for an absentee ballot (if needed) and more.

When & Where: The event will be…

  • On Wednesday, January 17th, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
  • At the Sottile Clock

For more information, please contact Anne McGrath at volunteer@cofc.edu.

The Honors College Is Here to Help You Through Finals!

It’s finals season! We know this can be a stressful time, so we’re here to help.

Exam Break Snacks: We’re offering free snacks to Honors students from Tuesday, December 5th to Friday, December 8th, in…

  • Berry Residence Hall, outside of Berry 103 and 104
  • The Honors Center at 10 Green Way

The Honors Center: Remember all Honors students have 24/7 swipe access to the study space in the Honors Center! Please note the study space will be unavailable on Tuesday, December 5th through Friday, December 8th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. You are welcome to use the space after 4:30 p.m.

We hope these opportunities help, and good luck on all your finals!

Local Lecture: Nontraditional Threats to National Security

The World Affairs Council of Charleston hosts a local lecture on foreign affairs.

The Event: A 5:15 reception followed by a 6 p.m. talk on Wednesday, December 6 the Citadel’s Alumni Center (69 Hagood Ave.)

The Talk: The United States and its allies face unprecedented challenges in an increasing volatile global environment. We are presently engaged in a struggle against relentless and powerful adversaries. At the same time we must address nontraditional challenges such as climate change. What then will be the rules for international behavior in the 21st Century?

The Speaker: Michael Miklaucic is a senior fellow of the Institute for National Strategic Studies at National Defense University, and the editor-in-chief of PRISM, NDU’s flagship journal of national and international security.

How to Attend: The talk is free to students! Learn more on the WACC website.

Let your Voice be Heard on Proposed King Street Safety Renovations

The Student Sustainability Collaborative is seeking your input on a proposed King St. renovation project.

The Background: Charleston City Council is currently considering proposals to renovate lower King St. and make the street safer for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Why it Matters: The feedback poll is very brief but will help ensure that student input is heard on a topic that directly impacts the safety and well-being of our community.

The Poll is open to all members of the CofC community.

 

The Center for Civic Engagement is Hosting Service Opportunities for Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Month!

November is Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Month, and to participate, CofC’s Center for Civic Engagement is hosting four service opportunities next week!

Make Fleece Scarves: Join them for a minute, five minutes, or as long as you’d like to help make easy, no-sew fleece scarves for the unhoused in our community. This pop-up service event will be on Monday, November 13th, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Cougar Mall.

Assemble Food Kits: Stop by to help put emergency food kits together for those dealing with food insecurity in our community on Wednesday, November 11th, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. in Cougar Mall.

Habitat for Humanity Build Day: Help build hope and a home for a Charleston family. Tools, food and transportation provided for this nearby Charleston Habitat for Humanity build day. This event will be on Saturday, November 18th, from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Register here by Thursday, November 16th.

Clean Windwood Farm: Get your hands dirty and dig in to help spruce up Windwood Farm, a residential site that provides hope and healing to boys affected by neglect, abuse or other trauma, on Saturday, November 18th, from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Food and transportation included. Register here by Wednesday, November 15th.

For more information about the first three opportunities, email Anne McGrath at mcgratha1@cofc.edu. For more information about the Windwood Farm opportunity, email Alani Boyd at boydar@g.cofc.edu.

Discounted Tickets Are Still Available for the Charleston Literary Festival!

The College of Charleston has partnered with the Charleston Literary Festival to provide students, faculty, and staff tickets at an 85% discount!

The Festival: This year’s Festival features over 30 sessions with outstanding authors including Claire Keegan, Richard Ford, Rebecca Makkai, Margaret Atwood (virtual), Jonathan Eig, and more. The Festival runs from November 3rd-12th.

To Get Tickets: Go to this link to purchase tickets and use the promo code COFC85 to get 85% off!

To get an in-depth look at all the authors attending the Festival and what each session offers, click here.

Register for HubSpot’s Virtual First-Gens in Tech Event!

You’re invited to gain insights, explore resources, and gain access to networking opportunities that will help you break into and thrive in tech!

The Event: HubSpot’s First-Gens in Tech event is a personalized experience for first-generation individuals interested in learning more about what it really means to work in tech. Students will gain insider knowledge from industry pioneers, connect with like-minded professionals, and unlock tools and strategies to skyrocket their careers.

When & Where: The event will be…

  • On Thursday, November 9th, from 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Fully online!

To Register: Go to this link. Registration is completely free!

Click here for more information.

LGBTQ+ Student Writing Roundtable!

The Charleston Literary Festival is hosting writers Jamie Kirchick and Harlan Greene for a roundtable with CofC students!

The Opportunity: Explore LGBTQ+ history from multiple standpoints and you own writing! Participants will also get two books and admission to the linked festival session.

When & Where: The event will be held…

  • On Thursday, November 9th, from 9:30-10:45 a.m.
  • In the Honors Center at 10 Green Way

To Attend: Email Tanner Crunelle at tanner@charlestonliteraryfestival.com with a 1-2 sentence explanation of why you would like to attend by Monday, November 6th. There’s limited space available, so act fast!

For more information, see the provided flyer or email Tanner Crunelle.