University of South Carolina Upstate facts for kids
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Former names
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Spartanburg Regional Campus (1967–1975) University of South Carolina Spartanburg (1975–2004) |
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| Type | Public university |
| Established | 1967 |
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Parent institution
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University of South Carolina System |
| Endowment | $12.6 million |
| Chancellor | Bennie Harris |
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Academic staff
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377 |
| Students | 4,913 |
| Undergraduates | 4,481 |
| Postgraduates | 432 |
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Spartanburg address
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United States
34°59′51″N 81°58′14″W / 34.99750°N 81.97056°W |
| Campus | Suburban 330 acres (134 ha), 330 acres (130 ha) |
| Colors | Upstate Green, Slate Gray, Gray, and Light Gray |
| Nickname | Spartans |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division I Big South Conference |
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The University of South Carolina Upstate, also known as USC Upstate, is a public university located near Spartanburg, South Carolina. It was founded in 1967 to serve students in the Upstate region of South Carolina.
USC Upstate is part of the larger University of South Carolina System. It has about 5,200 students and over 300 full-time teachers. The university offers many different degrees, including bachelor's, master's, and even doctoral degrees. It is officially recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, which means it meets high standards for education.
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History of the University
The story of USC Upstate began when a local hospital in Spartanburg stopped offering nursing degrees. Community leaders, including a man named G.B. Hodge, saw the need for a new college in the area.
In 1967, the school opened as the Spartanburg Regional Campus. It started as a two-year college with just 177 students. The school quickly became popular and grew. By 1975, it became a four-year college and changed its name to the University of South Carolina Spartanburg.
In 2004, the university changed its name one more time to the University of South Carolina Upstate. This new name showed its goal to serve the entire Upstate region of South Carolina. Today, it is a major provider of education in the area, especially at the University Center Greenville, where several colleges work together.
Schools and Colleges
USC Upstate is organized into five main colleges, each focusing on different subjects:
- College of Arts, Social Science, and Humanities: For students interested in subjects like history, English, art, and social studies.
- College of Science and Technology: This college is for students who love science, math, and computers.
- Mary Black College of Nursing: This school trains students to become nurses.
- George Dean Johnson Jr., College of Business and Economics: Here, students learn about business, finance, and how the economy works.
- College of Education, Human Performance, and Health: This college prepares future teachers and experts in health and fitness.
Student Activities
Life at USC Upstate is full of opportunities for students to get involved. There are many clubs and teams that help students learn new skills, make friends, and help the community. These groups focus on everything from academics to cultural events.
Greek Life
For students interested in joining a social and service group, the university has several fraternities and sororities. These are often called "Greek life" because they use Greek letters in their names.
Sports at USC Upstate
The sports teams at USC Upstate are called the Spartans. The university has 15 different teams for men and women. The school's colors are green, white, and black.
The Spartans compete in Division I of the NCAA, which is the highest level of college sports. They are part of the Big South Conference.
Sports offered at the university include:
- Baseball (men)
- Softball (women)
- Basketball (men's and women's)
- Soccer (men's and women's)
- Golf (men's and women's)
- Track and Field (men's and women's)
- Cross Country (men's and women's)
- Volleyball (women's)
