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Jeremy Smith
" I am an athlete here at USC Aiken. The professors work well with me, and understand that I am going to miss class occasionally. They take time to explain to me the things I missed. USC Aiken is the place for me. "

- Jeremy Smith , Business Administration major

Students in Class
Did You Know?
USC Aiken has some of the best professional schools in South Carolina. All three - business, nursing, and education - have received the highest level of accreditation possible. This means more opportunities for you to learn from the best and brightest the University has to offer.

Dalisha Williams
"USC Aiken has the best faculty around! Professors and advisors really have your best interest in mind and will always work with you."

- Dalisha Williams, Middle School Education major

Aaron Doctor
"USC Aiken has so much to offer. Whether it’s Greek life, student activities, athletics, honor societies, or residential life, our campus is full of opportunities and ways to become involved."

- Aaron Doctor, Exercise and Sports Science major

John Ellis
"USCA has many different students from many different backgrounds, but one thing that ties us all together is the campus atmosphere. When I left high school I was scared that I was not going to meet anyone that would be as good as my friends back home. Within my first couple of days at USCA, I had more friends than I have ever had before."

- John Ellis, Communications major

TJ Langford
"During the course of my freshman and sophomore years, I was a resident in the Pacer Downs. When I first met my roommate my freshman year, we became the best of friends from the get-go. We found out that we were so much alike in many ways. We connected like brothers, and we are still roommates today during our junior year. "

- Anthony (T.J.) Langford, Communications major

TJ Johnston
"Getting involved in Greek Life and participating in intramural sports is a great way to meet new people. I have participated in every intramural sport offered, and it has helped me stay active. "

- TJ Johnston, Business Marketing major

Chris Brown
"Working on campus is a great opportunity for students at USC Aiken. You have the chance to meet so many faculty and staff members and see what happens behind the scenes here at school. Your job will also work around your class schedule because they always put academics first. "

- Chris Brown, Fine Arts major

Jessica Walters
"Through the wide variety of classes and clubs, USCA offers a little something for everyone. Its small class sizes, charm, and personal professors make it the perfect choice."

- Jessica Walters, Nursing major

Thomas Mcleod
"As a sophomore at USCA, I have really enjoyed the college classroom setting. Since the class sizes aren’t too big, I can always get help from professors anytime I’m in need."

- Thomas Mcleod, Exercise and Sports Science major

Alyssa Gadsden
"Attending USC Aiken has been a great experience for me. From the campus events to classes and to housing, we are a like a family – a home away from home."

- Alyssa Gadsden, Chemistry major

Alesha Jones
"I love attending USC Aiken because I feel as if am in a family oriented environment. What I love most about is its location, the independence you gain from attending, and our Pacer spirit!"

- Alesha Jones, Communications major

Dana Hallat
"I never thought I would meet people from all around the world on such a small campus. You can find the best of both worlds: the advantages of a big campus in a small, friendlier environment."

- Dana Hailat, Biology (pre-dental) major

Resources


GO ASK ALICE

A source of information on many topics, maintained by Columbia University

ABUSE

1 in 6, Inc.
Support for men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences

Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons
Assistance for clients in Aiken, SC

RAINN 
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network

ADJUSTMENT

25 Tips to Help You Survive and Thrive Your Freshman Year  
Source: QuintCareers.com

Adjusting to College Life
Adapted from University at Buffalo

ALCOHOL

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
Support for those who want to stop drinking

Al-Anon/Alateen
Support for family and friends of alcoholics

Alcohol Info and FAQs 
Source: Screening for Mental Health

Alcohol Treatment Programs in the Aiken Area

ANGER

Anger Management

Anger Management: A How-To Guide

ANXIETY

Anxiety

Test Anxiety

CAMPUS COUNSELING RESOURCES

Counseling Center Village  

Ulifeline.com  - Get information on just about ANYTHING!

DEPRESSION

Depression

Online Depression Screening Tool 
Source: Mental Health America

Depression Learning Center
Source: Healthline.com

Help For Depression 
Articles on various treatment strategies

Beating Depression
Source: University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

Ulifeline.com

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE 

Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons

National Coalition Against Domestic Violence

National Domestic Violence Hotline  

DRUGS

Office of National Drug Control Policy

Narcotics Anonymous

Club Drugs: What's all the Rave About?  

EATING DISORDERS 

Eating Disorders

Screening for Mental Health

University of Vermont Counseling Center 
Scroll down after page opens to view helpful Eating Disorder links

FACULTY/STAFF 

Identifying and Referring the Distressed Student

MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES / DISORDERS 

Bipolar Affective Disorder

Family and Consumer Education 
Source: SC Department of Mental Health

National Mental Health Association

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder 
Source: National Institute of Mental Health

NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS (NA) 

Narcotics Anonymous

PANIC ATTACKS 

Panic Attacks  

RAPE

1 in 6, Inc.
Support for men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences

Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons
Assistance for clients in Aiken, SC

RAINN 
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network

Acquaintance Rape

REFERRAL of STUDENT by FACULTY/STAFF 

Identifying and Referring the Distressed Student  

RELAXATION 

Breathing Techniques 

Guided Imagery Meditation

Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Downloadable Relaxation Scripts 
Source: University of Texas at Austin Counseling Center

Relaxation Exercises 
Source: Hobart and William Smith Colleges

Relaxation Exercises
Source: Georgia Southern

SELF AWARENESS and SELF HELP

Assertiveness

Journaling for Stress Management

Loneliness

Relationships

Self Help Library
Source: CWC, University of Florida

Sleeping Techniques

Stress Management

Stress Recess
Source: CMHC, University of Texas

Online Study Skills Workshops 
Source: Cook Counseling Center, Virginia Tech

SEXUAL ASSAULT

1 in 6, Inc.
Support for men who have had unwanted or abusive sexual experiences

Cumbee Center to Assist Abused Persons
Assistance for clients in Aiken, SC

RAINN 
Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network

SEXUAL HEALTH

Aiken Youth Empowerment 

SEXUALITY 

Coming Out

Sexual Orientation and Diversity Allies (SODA)
Source: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign  

SUICIDE PREVENTION 

Suicide Prevention 

Ulifeline.com 

TIME MANAGEMENT 

Time Management

Time Management for Students

Take a Time Management Quiz  
Source: University of Wisconsin-Green Bay

 

Content updated 1/17/12
Comments:  sandras@usca.edu