Join HSA at Berry Lounge for The Professors After Hours Event!

Professors' After Hours Event Poster.
Ever wondered what your professors do when they’re not teaching? Come find out! Join us for Professors After Hours, a relaxed evening of conversation, connection, and surprising stories hosted by HSA!!
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, November 19
🕔 Time: 5:00–6:00 PM
📍 Location: Berry Lounge
You’ll learn about fun facts and interesting hobbies from…
  • Lancie Affonso, Computer Science; Entrepreneurship; Management
  • Lynne Ford; Political Science
  • Bryan Ganaway, Honors College
  • Renaud Geslain, Biology
  • Maryann Piel, German and Russian Studies
  • Nick Plasmati; Honors College
  • Brian Scholtens, Biology
  • Laura Tedesco, Sociology and Anthropology
No registration required! Just stop by.

Swing by the Berry Lounge Monday Night Football Watch Party!

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🏈 Eagles vs. Packers Watch Party
Catch the Monday Night Football action with friends hosted by HSA
📅 Nov. 10
🕗 8:15 PM
📍 Berry Lounge
🎨 Help decorate our Homecoming banner
🍿 Enjoy snacks & good company
No sign-up needed, just show up!

Join the Alternative Break Team Heading to Greece This Summer!

2026 Alternative Break Application poster.
🌍 Explore Greece. Protect Sea Turtles. Grow as a Leader.
Join the Alternative Break team heading to Zakynthos, Greece, from May 13 to June 3, 2026. This immersive experience blends education, direct service, and reflection to help you become an active global citizen.
💡 Why it matters:
  • Contribute to marine conservation at the Turtle Center
  • Build leadership skills and social awareness
  • Engage in pre-trip training, fundraising, and team-building
📅 Apply by: Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM (noon)
🔗Visit the https://cofc.sharepoint.com/sites/hub-volunteer for details.
Questions? Contact the Center for Civic Engagement at volunteer@cofc.edu or 843.953.5838.

 

Lancie Affonso shares his Maroon Memories at a special fireside chat

Join professor Lancie Affonso for a special fireside chat celebrating his Honors College Distinguished Alumni Award!

🔥Fireside Chat with Lancie Affonso ’96, ’08
Thursday, November 13, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Berry Hall Room 106

🎉Celebrate Lancie!

  • Dedicated teacher
  • Life-long mentor
  • Facilitator of audacious goals and Maroon Memories

Lancie Affonso has been making an impact as a teacher and a mentor for over two decades. Come listen to him share his own Maroon Memories from his time as a student, teacher, and mentor.

Sophomore’s Apply to the NOAA Hollings Scholarship + Paid Internship!

NOAA Hollings Scholarship informative poster.
🌊 Sophomores, this one’s for you: If you’re studying oceanic, environmental, biological, or atmospheric sciences and or math and engineering at CofC, the NOAA Hollings Scholarship could be your next big opportunity.
💸 What’s in it for you:
  • Up to $9,500/year in academic support for two years
  • A 10-week paid summer internship at a NOAA facility ($700/week!)
  • Real-world experience: from diving and vessel work to computer modeling
🗓️ Application Deadline: January 31, 2026
📬 Questions? Reach out to NationalAwards@cofc.edu

Students or Recent Grads Apply to become a Medical Scribe!

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Opportunity: Novant East Cooper OB/GYN is hiring Medical Scribes, ideal for students or recent grads preparing for PA or med school. No prior experience required!
Location: East Cooper OB/GYN
Why It’s Worth Your Time:
✅ Real-world clinical exposure
✅ Boost your grad school applications
✅ Work alongside experienced medical professionals
How to Apply:
📧 Email your resume to Chloe Vandenberg: cvandenberg@novanthealth.org
📞 Questions? Call (803) 587-3343

The Honors Student Association is having a merch sale: Get your Honors crewneck and support HSA!

Buy a College of Charleston Honors College crewneck sweatshirt to support the Honors Student Association!

💸Crewnecks are $30 and all proceeds go to the Honors Student Association.

⏱️Get your order in by November 12. Crewnecks will be available for pickup during Finals Week.

Look great and give back! All proceeds go to the Honors Student Association so we can keep putting on events for Honors students!

CofC Alumni at MUSC Provide Mentorship in the Medical Mentorship Program

Connect with current MUSC medical students who graduated from CofC through the MUSC College of Charleston Alumni Medical Mentorship Program. This volunteer-led initiative provides personalized guidance for students pursuing a career in medicine.
What You’ll Get:
✅ One-on-one mentorship
✅ Monthly office hours on campus
✅ Annual student panel
✅ Support with MCAT prep, coursework, and applications