Category Archives: Posts by School

This spring, study abroad in Cuba or Mexico City

by plasmatinc

Honors students, there are two opportunities to study abroad next spring with the Latin American and Caribbean Studies program.

CofC in Havana, Cuba (Semester-long program, Spring 2024)

The island of Cuba blends Caribbean, African, and European cultures, creating a diverse and inspiring environment for students to study during the Spring semester. Learn more about the program.

  • Take courses with LACS, POLI, and SPAN credit
  • Further your Spanish language skills with a course taught in Spanish
  • Live with a Cuban family and take weekend excursions to explore the island

CofC Spring Break in Mexico: Past and Present (Spring Break 2024)

Take HIST 261: Mexico Past and Present for a unique opportunity to become fully immersed in Mexican history and culture. Learn more about the program.

  • A semester-long course with accompanying spring break trip to Mexico City
  • Explore museums, archeological sites, and experience firsthand the country’s rich culture
  • Counts towards GenEd humanities, history major/minor, and some other interdisciplinary programs

Contact Dr. Christina Garcia (garciacm@cofc.edu) with questions about either program.

Paid Healthcare Experience as Local Caregiver

by plasmatinc

CareYaya is looking for college students to serve as Patient Care Assistants in the Charleston area, no prior certifications required.

The Organization: The CareYaya Foundation is a nonprofit social enterprise that connects families who need caregiving help for their loved ones with college students seeking hands-on experience in the medical field.

Benefits: Jumpstart your healthcare career with real world experience that matters.

  • Set your own schedule
  • Paid care experiences ($15-$25/hour) to fund undergraduate + save for graduate school
  • Scholarship opportunities for top caregivers (Rosenstock Fellowship)
  • Letters of recommendation to graduate schools
  • Opportunities to shadow doctors, nurses, and social workers

Next Steps: Online application; contact Sophia Pribbernow (pribbernows@g.cofc.edu) for more details.

The SC Washington Semester Program is accepting applications for Spring 2024

by plasmatinc

The Washington Semester Program (WSP) offers South Carolina college students the opportunity to spend a semester working and taking classes in Washington D.C., gaining valuable experience while earning academic credit toward their degrees.

The opportunity: Live/Learn/Work. Students live in a historic Capital Hill neighborhood, explore the city through group excursions, all while taking 15 credit hours.

  • 9 credit hours are applied towards a full-time internship in congressional, executive, judicial or private sector offices, which can be applied towards your Honors Immersed requirement.

Great fit for: Many CofC Honors students have participated and thrived in this program over the years, with backgrounds ranging from political science to economics to international studies to public health. Participants get firsthand experience with the political process, obtaining skills that will help prepare them for careers in virtually any sphere.

Scholarships available: The program allocates support for students who demonstrate financial need and awards over $10,000 each year in scholarships.

  • Learn more: the Program will offer multiple virtual info sessions over the coming weeks. Sign up here.

How to apply: Personal statement + resume + transcript + LOR by Sunday, September 17, followed by virtual interviews for finalists the following Sunday. Access the application instructions here.

Study abroad next summer in Spoleto, Italy

by plasmatinc

Spend your summer studying writing and literature in Spoleto, Italy, a hilltop town with ancient roots, great food, and gorgeous views.

The Experience: Beyond taking two ENGL courses in Spoleto, you’ll also travel to Assisi and Florence, take a cooking class, tour a winery, hunt for truffles, and more!

The Courses: ENGL 302: Italian Renaissance Comedy and Shakespeare + ENGL 339: Creative Writing – Travel, Place, and Identity

Great Fit For: Research suggests traveling to Italy is multo buono for all humans.

How to Apply: Learn more about the program and then apply through CIE’s application portal.

Hack the Harbor at the 2023 HarborHack Hackathon

by plasmatinc

Charleston Hacks hosts a weekend long hackathon open to the entire community and focused on fostering innovation and collaboration.

When: Friday, October 6 – Sunday, October 8.

The Opportunity: HarborHack is a dynamic event where individuals from all different backgrounds and skill levels work together to develop solutions to real-world problems. This includes software developers, designers, business professionals, subject matter experts, entrepreneurs, and students.

Great Fit For: No prior experience necessary! Anyone interested in technology, innovation, and social impact will have a blast. It’s a great chance to learn, gain real experience, and to meet new people.

Interested? Learn more about the event and then register to participate.

Celebrate the New School Year at the School of the Arts Kickoff Event!

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Kick of the new semester with a celebration hosted by the School of the Arts! Learn why everyone can be a part of the arts at CofC, no matter your major.

The Celebration: Tuesday, September 5, 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. in the Cistern Yard.

  • A showcase of 200+ arts-related events and activities for the upcoming year
  • Sweet treats
  • Raffle prizes and free swag
  • Tunes by 1770 Records

The Benefits: Explore your creative side! Learn how you can get involved in artistic events, clubs, and classes.

No registration necessary, just stop by. Follow @sotacofc for event updates.

The SC Washington Semester Program is accepting applications for Spring 2024

by plasmatinc

The Washington Semester Program (WSP) offers South Carolina college students the opportunity to spend a semester working and taking classes in Washington D.C., gaining valuable experience while earning academic credit toward their degrees.

The opportunity: Live/Learn/Work. Students live in a historic Capital Hill neighborhood, explore the city through group excursions, all while taking 15 credit hours.

  • 9 credit hours are applied towards a full-time internship in congressional, executive, judicial or private sector offices, which can be applied towards your Honors Immersed requirement.

Great fit for: Many CofC Honors students have participated and thrived in this program over the years, with backgrounds ranging from political science to economics to international studies to public health. Participants get firsthand experience with the political process, obtaining skills that will help prepare them for careers in virtually any sphere.

Scholarships available: The program allocates support for students who demonstrate financial need and awards over $10,000 each year in scholarships.

  • Learn more: the Program will offer multiple virtual info sessions over the coming weeks. Sign up here.

How to apply: Personal statement + resume + transcript + LOR by Sunday, September 17, followed by virtual interviews for finalists the following Sunday. Access the application instructions here.

Neuroscience research opportunity at MUSC focused on Huntington’s Disease

by plasmatinc

Join an innovative study that is looking at potential therapies for individuals afflicted with Huntington’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disease.

The Opportunity: Student researchers will support a project that includes sectioning and immunohistochemical analysis of brains of experimental and control animals.

Benefits:

  • Innovative animal research looking at potential therapies for disease states
  • Develop skills related to brain sectioning, staining, and microscopic analysis
  • Potential for eventual research publication and/or presentations

Great Fit For: Biology / Neuroscience / Pre-Med

  • Previous experience working with animal tissue is a plus but is not required.

How to Apply: Statement of interest + resume emailed to Dr. Heather A. Boger (boger@musc.edu).