Experience Columbia
Welcome! Find information on local school districts, jobs and health care. More than that, this is the place to find family-friendly things to do and places to go.
Balance School and Family Life
Whether you are looking for child care, accommodations for a special need or assistance with a military benefit, you can find the support you need to reach personal and professional goals.
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Bright Horizons
A limited enrollment, NAEYC-accredited child development facility on the USC campus, Bright Horizons offers early for children from infants to pre-K.
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Finding Child Care
Searching for child care can be stressful for students with families, but an online visit to SC Child Care can be a great place to start to explore your options.
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Disability Resource Center
To ensure equal access, the center works with students on issues ranging from temporary injuries to alternative testing and housing accommodations.
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Veterans Services
Graduate students who have served bring unique experiences to the academic setting and the Veterans and Military Services team can help with the transition.
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Family Medical Leave
If medical issues begin to affect your graduate teaching obligations, Human Resources can help explain your options including Family Medical Leave.
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Student Advocacy
When you are unsure of where to go for help with a difficult personal or academic experience, Student Advocacy can help you make informed decisions.