Students and alumni, your Carolina Alumni Association invites you to participate in one of Carolina's most prestigious traditions—The Official University of South Carolina Ring. The Official Ring stands as a time-honored expression of Carolina pride and is recognized by Carolina alumni worldwide.
The Official Ring ceremony is sponsored by the Garnet Circle Student Alumni Council and is held each fall and spring on the Horseshoe. Whether you're a Carolina alumnus or a student, you'll find this ring a precious keepsake representing your commitment to Carolina.
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History of Garnet Circle Student leaders were recruited to become involved in a different side of the University (Alumni and Development). History of the Ring Ceremony In 1999 the University of South Carolina adopted an official ring. The ring is a symbol of students’ eternal affiliation with the university. Ring Eligibility Students achieving 60 credit hours or more are eligible to participate in the Official Ring tradition. Students All students ordering rings by the end of Ring Week will be invited to participate in the Official Ring Ceremony. Alumni It's a great time to join the Official Ring tradition! Alumni worldwide recognize the ring as a symbol of loyalty and devotion to Carolina. An Historic Ceremony, a University Tradition View photos from the 2010 and 2009 Official USC Ring Ceremonies 2010 Official USC Spring Ring Ceremony All students having reserved rings during the Official USC Ring Week are invited to participate in the Spring Ring Ceremony on Tuesday, April 20, 2010 on the Horseshoe. Each ring will be presented by President Pastides. Family and friends are encouraged to attend.
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Staff to contact for additional information:
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Kinsey C. Cooper, '05, '08 MEd Director of Alumni Engagement CooperKC@CarolinaAlumni.org 803.777.3481
"My Carolina is azaleas on the Women's Quad, football in the fall, gorgeous Ring Ceremonies on the Horseshoe, and being the first to live in the new Tri Delta house." |
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