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Jeremy Smith
" I am an athlete here at USC Aiken. The professors work well with me, and understand that I am going to miss class occasionally. They take time to explain to me the things I missed. USC Aiken is the place for me. "

- Jeremy Smith , Business Administration major

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Did You Know?
USC Aiken has some of the best professional schools in South Carolina. All three - business, nursing, and education - have received the highest level of accreditation possible. This means more opportunities for you to learn from the best and brightest the University has to offer.

Dalisha Williams
"USC Aiken has the best faculty around! Professors and advisors really have your best interest in mind and will always work with you."

- Dalisha Williams, Middle School Education major

Aaron Doctor
"USC Aiken has so much to offer. Whether it’s Greek life, student activities, athletics, honor societies, or residential life, our campus is full of opportunities and ways to become involved."

- Aaron Doctor, Exercise and Sports Science major

John Ellis
"USCA has many different students from many different backgrounds, but one thing that ties us all together is the campus atmosphere. When I left high school I was scared that I was not going to meet anyone that would be as good as my friends back home. Within my first couple of days at USCA, I had more friends than I have ever had before."

- John Ellis, Communications major

TJ Langford
"During the course of my freshman and sophomore years, I was a resident in the Pacer Downs. When I first met my roommate my freshman year, we became the best of friends from the get-go. We found out that we were so much alike in many ways. We connected like brothers, and we are still roommates today during our junior year. "

- Anthony (T.J.) Langford, Communications major

TJ Johnston
"Getting involved in Greek Life and participating in intramural sports is a great way to meet new people. I have participated in every intramural sport offered, and it has helped me stay active. "

- TJ Johnston, Business Marketing major

Chris Brown
"Working on campus is a great opportunity for students at USC Aiken. You have the chance to meet so many faculty and staff members and see what happens behind the scenes here at school. Your job will also work around your class schedule because they always put academics first. "

- Chris Brown, Fine Arts major

Kelsey LopezdeVictoria
"I love living in the Honors housing here at USCA. Just living on campus makes participating in university events and activities that much easier. Living in the honors wing is an added bonus because it keeps me in close proximity with like-minded students who are committed to succeeding and in turn inspire me to reach my fullest potential. The atmosphere is great for learning."

- Kelsey LopezdeVictoria, Biology and Psychology double major

Jessica Walters
"Through the wide variety of classes and clubs, USCA offers a little something for everyone. Its small class sizes, charm, and personal professors make it the perfect choice."

- Jessica Walters, Nursing major

Thomas Mcleod
"As a sophomore at USCA, I have really enjoyed the college classroom setting. Since the class sizes aren’t too big, I can always get help from professors anytime I’m in need."

- Thomas Mcleod, Exercise and Sports Science major

Alyssa Gadsden
"Attending USC Aiken has been a great experience for me. From the campus events to classes and to housing, we are a like a family – a home away from home."

- Alyssa Gadsden, Chemistry major

Alesha Jones
"I love attending USC Aiken because I feel as if am in a family oriented environment. What I love most about is its location, the independence you gain from attending, and our Pacer spirit!"

- Alesha Jones, Communications major

Dana Hallat
"I never thought I would meet people from all around the world on such a small campus. You can find the best of both worlds: the advantages of a big campus in a small, friendlier environment."

- Dana Hallat, Biology (pre-dental) major

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Ken Kennedy

Ken is a senior nursing major. He is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., SGA, P.U.B. He has plans to go into pediatric medicine.

 

 

New Orleans, LA (NOLA)

Hey everybody, and thanks for tuning in for the next installment of Ken's life, Im just playin but it is good to be back and Im glad to know that everyone is doing well. But its good to be back in good 'ol South Carolina after a long fall break in New Orleans, LA. This past fall break a campus organization called IMPACT took a group of about 50 USCA students to New Orleans to assist in the rebuilding of the city. We partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help build houses for the families that suffered in the wake of Hurricane Katrina, and I must say that building a house was a lot tougher than I thought it would be. Not only did we have to build the house for the homeowners, but we also had to ensure that the house were "hurricane proof." This took a lot of work and was a very tedious task. Building the houses was not always all work and no play, yet I found it interesting to operate the tools that construcion workers use; such as skill saws, nail guns, etc. My particular group also found enough time during our break to build a "slip and slide" so we could relax and cool down from the heat. We had a great time building the new residences and I enjoyed everyone that went.

Students also had the oppurtunity to take a tour of the most affected areas of New Orleans, including the Lower Ninth Ward where the levies actually failed. We all noticed that there was some improvement in the area, there is still a lot of work that needs to be done and there are still a good number of families who are still without a place to call home. While touring this particular area of New Orleans, I dont believe there wasnt a single heart that was not touched by how much devestation swept throught the city and how much work still needs to be done. This was actually my second time visiting the city, I first went my Sophomore year, approximately 14 months after the historic hurricane, and even then my heart bleed for the individuals and families who lost their homes and lives in the wake of Katrina. I encourage everyone to look within yourself and find the time to donate your time or money to help the individuals who are still suffering. But, leaving you with that thought, I have to get ready to go because I have a little studying to do, but until next time everyone be safe and stay out of trouble.

-Ken

Comments (1)

Latiqua Gathers:

It's nice to see you lending a helping hand. I know that you probably don't remember me, but you were my guide on one of my college tours. Glad to see that you're doing well and I wish you the best.
Sincerely,
La'Tiqua G.

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