Carolina Day

On Tuesday, February 14, 2023, USC alumni, students, faculty, staff and South Carolinians from around the state will come together in a concerted effort to support higher education. Learn how you can help spotlight our university’s vital role in fostering both our state’s and residents’ economic well-being.

Why Carolina Day Matters

Last year was another historic year for higher education in South Carolina. Thanks to the support of the Governor and the General Assembly—and our advocates–the University of South Carolina held tuition steady across its eight campus system for the fourth year in a row. None of this would be possible without the help and support from advocates like you!

Carolina Day 2023 will mark the beginning to what could potentially be the best year for higher education in the state’s history. We applaud the Governor and the General Assembly for continuing to see the importance and true impact investing in higher education can have on the citizens of South Carolina.

Help Us Share Carolina’s Story

We want to help show our state legislators the many ways Carolina benefits the people, communities and industries of South Carolina. On Carolina Day each year, we invite the community to join us in advocating for the university’s ideals and mission while also sharing their own unique and inspiring stories of how USC has changed their lives. So, whether you are in Columbia, Charleston, Greenville or across the globe, make your voice heard in support of USC on Carolina Day 2023.

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How to Advocate on Carolina Day and Beyond

1: Follow and amplify #USCImpact on social media

Add the official Carolina Day hashtag (#USCImpact) to any social media posts or online content you create related to supporting USC. Make sure your legislator knows the impact Carolina has had on you or your family.


2: Log in to Facebook and Twitter anywhere you are

Log in to your social channels from your home or office, and join the conversation on #USCImpact. Let your followers know why you support USC. Visit the toolkit to access social media-ready facts, accomplishments, reasons to support Carolina, and instructions on how to share your messages with lawmakers.


3: Join us at our annual Carolina Day events.

Join us at the Pastides Alumni Center and South Carolina State House to participate in Carolina Day 2023. If you can’t be in person, make plans to participate from your home or office and share your #USCImpact.

Register for in-person events here!

Be an Advocate for Carolina

Whether you’d like to support Carolina digitally on social media or visit the Pastides Alumni Center in person, your support matters. Together, we can make a difference for higher education funding that will make education more affordable, more meaningful and more impactful for a greater number of South Carolinians.