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Ripp Laborde wearing a Mardi Gras mask and a suit
September 23, 2026

USCA LIFE helps Louisiana student find a college home more than 700 miles away
USCA chancellor talks growth and momentum during State of the University Address.
September 18, 2026

Growth and Momentum Take Center Stage in State of the University Address
USCA Student Government President Lauren Bell holding an award
August 31, 2026

USCA honors top students for academic achievements
Approximately 700 freshmen are enrolled for the fall semester.
August 21, 2026

A new class, a new home: USCA welcomes record-breaking Class of 2030 
Downtown Takeover builds on the momentum of last year's inaugural event, which celebrated the official launch of USCA's rebrand.
August 4, 2026

USCA kicks off the new school year with Downtown Takeover
Photo courtesy: Special Olympics South Carolina
July 30, 2026

USCA LIFE student represents Aiken at Special Olympics USA Games
Walker officially began the role on July 1
July 7, 2026

USCA welcomes new School of Education associate dean focused on student success
The National Council on Teacher Quality gave USCA a grade A for its elementary education curriculum and programs, which prepare Pacers, like Nyckele Gardner, to teach reading to elementary students.
June 10, 2026

USCA Earns National Recognition for Excellence in Reading Teacher Preparation
From left to right: Jules Gray and Ava Shahbahrami
May 28, 2026

Side by side: Best friends graduate together from USCA LIFE
More than 400 graduates participated in the commencement ceremony held May 6.
May 14, 2026

USCA celebrates milestone moments for Class of 2026 at commencement
Dr. Phillip Bridgmon, provost of academic affairs, Kelly Skindzelewski, community programs manager at Generac, Dr. Daniel Heimmermann, chancellor, Alicia Padgett, recruiter at Generac in Trenton, SC, and John Hutchens, director of Special Programs at the RPSEC
May 14, 2026

Generac inspires next generation of STEM innovators with USCA science education center donation

USCA's Scholar Showcase featured the research of approximately 100 students and 40 faculty. The day-long event highlighted the collaboration between students and faculty from all disciplines. (courtesy photo)
May 13, 2026

At USCA, students don’t just learn research. They do it.

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