This public lecture by Gina Smith, founder and director of SC Investigate and a 2024 to 25 Nieman Fellow at Harvard, will explore how investigative journalism strengthens accountability and helps rebuild public trust.
After months of strategic planning, collaboration and dedicated effort, the 15-member team secured third place overall and also received the prestigious Mosaic Award.
CIC faculty member Eric Robinson is helping shape the future of transparency in government as artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into public information processes.
Rumble will present on her acclaimed book Bibliotherapy in the Bronx, a powerful exploration of how literature can serve as a tool for healing within marginalized communities. The lecture will be Friday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. at Richland Library Main,
The new CIC partnership with Makerere University in Uganda engages them in global learning and supports international scholarly endeavors — both core aspects of Global Carolina.
The American Library Association's award honors 10 exceptional librarians from academic, public and school libraries for expertise, dedication and profound impact on the people in their communities. Byrd Fort receives a $5,000 cash prize
It was a night of both cheerful celebration and deep reflection at the annual event. Walling specialized in inclusive library services, especially for people with disabilities; her book The Disabled Child in the Library earned presidential recognition.
Associate professor Sabrina Habib and ad alumnus Jeff Charney — known for the Aflac duck and Progressive’s Flo — explore whether AI, now capable of generating essays and replicating famous art, could replace human creativity.
Students took home top honors across multiple categories, showcasing standout work in reporting, video, photography and design. The wins highlight the program’s strong, hands-on training—and the rising talent shaping the future of journalism.
Work produced in the broadcast capstone course Carolina News earned nine broadcast journalism students four Student Production Awards from the Southeast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, with three others named finalists.
Jones will blend academic rigor with real-world insight, adding focus on AI-driven defense, quantum threats and global cyber strategy. His network across the DOE, Navy R&D, FBI and Congress will strengthen internships, mentorship and career opportunities for students.
Jungmi Jun and alumnus Nanlan Zhang examine how AI tools are reshaping the way patients and providers connect.
The USC Social Media Insights Lab will track men's basketball social media buzz with its College Sports Social Pulse, publishing weekly rankings in Sports Business Journal.
Spanning interactive design, animation and compelling photojournalism in both still and video formats, their winning projects showcase the depth, versatility and impact of visual storytelling across platforms.
Creating more transformative, real-world opportunities, like our immersive visit to leading media outlets in New York City, is a top priority for the college as we prepare students to lead in a rapidly evolving communications landscape.
New research from faculty member Viviana Zambrano examines whether referencing artificial intelligence in advertising increases purchase intent or fuels consumer skepticism.
AI is everywhere — and marketing is no exception. This year marked the first time that the American Advertising Federation incorporated an AI category into its Midlands ADDY Awards, and USC students rose to the challenge.
Students in instructor Renée Ittner-McManus’ photojournalism course test their skills and capture the thrills at the South Carolina State Fair.
Creativity, craft and strategic thinking were on full display as students from the School of Journalism and Mass Communications earned top honors at the Midlands ADDY Awards gala.
As algorithms increasingly shape news, branding and digital experiences, understanding their impact is more important than ever. Kristin Walker is helping lead that conversation.
Cocky’s Reading Express has been promoting childhood literacy for 20 years. The folks behind the popular program revisit the journey.
SJMC alumnus and former USC mascot Cocky brings kids and families comfort through mascot career.
A love story that began in a USC classroom came full circle on Mary Kate and Matthew Howland’s wedding day. Thanks to the Gamecock network, the couple not only found each other at South Carolina, they found the perfect photographer, too.
Samantha Hinton is on track to graduate from the University of South Carolina in May with a bachelor’s degree in advertising. The Summerville, South Carolina, resident started out at Carolina in Palmetto Pathway, a bridge program for first-year students.
Nina Brook, senior instructor and scholastic media programs director, is one of 150 journalism leaders from colleges across the country recognized for efforts to start or expand university-led reporting programs in their region, and their contribution to a national movement of student-powered community reporting.