Each fall, the College of Nursing hosts its largest alumni event - Party on the Patio. This event brings alumni together to recognize three outstanding Gamecock nurses for their accomplishments in the health care field.
The Night Shift is the College of Nursing's alumni happy hour event. These happy hour events allow alumni to network, enjoy drinks, and catch up with nursing friends.
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The Ask an Alum series offers current students the opportunity to connect with Gamecock nurses across different specialties. This program allows students to ask questions and gain insights beyond the classroom and clinical settings.
This is a virtual monthly session. Each month, a different topic and/or specialty will be discussed:
- September - Pediatrics, Neonatal, and Labor & Delivery
- October - Acute/Critical Care and Medical ICU
- November - Graduate Program and Nurse Practitioner Interest
- February - Neurological and Psychiatric Mental Health
- March - Acute and Critical Care and Medical ICU
- April - Military Service, Travel, Population Specific, Community Health and Flight Nursing
Are you health care expert for one of these categories? Contact Director of Alumni Affairs, Tyler DiPalma to participate.
The Nursing Mentorship Program is designed to help students navigate the nursing profession by pairing them with an experienced Gamecock nurse alum. Virtual and in-person opportunities available.
The nine-week program concludes with an in-person mixer allowing mentors and mentees to meet and network with other groups.
Applications are closed for the Spring program. If you're interested in participating in the Fall program, please fill out this form.
Join the College of Nursing for a Nurses Week event celebrating the Power of Nursing.
- Date: Wednesday, May 6
- Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
- Location: USC Nursing's Clinical Education Building at 150 Sunset Ct. West Columbia, SC 29169
Registration opens soon.
During the Gamecock football season, the College of Nursing hosts a Cockaboose tailgate. All alumni, donors, and friends of the college are invited to tailgate with us. Food and drink provided
Upcoming Events
Meet the Program Directors
Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2026
Location: See event description for more details.
Cost: Free event.
2026 Research & Scholarship Day
Friday, Apr. 17, 2026
Location: See event description for more details.
Cost: Free event.
MEPN Information Session
Thursday, May. 7, 2026
Location: See event description for more details.
Cost: Free event.