CarolinaLIFE

At CarolinaLIFE we believe Learning Is For Everyone! https://linktr.ee/carolinalife

05/22/2026

Flashback Friday to May 8th when we celebrated the incredible CarolinaLIFE Class of 2026! 🎓✨
Our graduates were officially presented with their certificates surrounded by family, friends, staff, and the community that supported them along the way. We are so proud of all they have accomplished and cannot wait to see what comes next for each of them. Forever To Thee! ❤️🖤

05/15/2026

🚨 Applications for the Fall 2027 CarolinaLIFE Cohort officially open June 1st! 🚨

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a Gamecock through CarolinaLIFE, now is the time to start preparing application materials!

Be sure to visit the CarolinaLIFE website for:
⭐ Full application requirements
⭐ Timeline and interview information
⭐ Reference forms
⭐ Program details and FAQs

We encourage families to begin gathering materials early! We can’t wait to meet our future Gamecocks! ❤️🖤🐔

05/11/2026

🎓 Four years of growth, friendships, advocacy, hard work, and unforgettable memories. From classes to student orgs, football games to graduation day — these students have shown what’s possible when students are given the opportunity to belong, learn, and thrive.

Congratulations to our CarolinaLIFE Class of 2026 graduates! We are so proud of all you have accomplished and cannot wait to see what comes next for each of you. Thank you for leaving your mark on CarolinaLIFE and the Gamecock community forever. Forever to Thee! 🤙🐔

04/27/2026

Happy Last Day of Classes! ❤️🖤
We are so proud of all the growth, hard work, and memories made this semester. From classrooms to campus experiences, our students continue to show what it means to be Gamecocks first.

Thank you, Spring 2026, for an incredible semester—we can’t wait to see what’s next! 🎉

04/24/2026

CarolinaLIFE hosted its first annual Mock Interview Day, connecting students with real employers for real-world practice. From reviewing job descriptions to asking thoughtful questions and receiving direct feedback, students sharpened their interview skills and built confidence for what’s next.

Thank you to our community partners for making this experience possible:
Breakpoint COLA
Columbia Museum of Art
Founders Credit Union
Holland Avenue Preschool
Multidisciplinary Therapy
Nautical Boat Club, Irmo/Lake Murray
Raines Co.
South Carolina Arts Commission
Signal Security
Stadium People
Vocational Rehabilitation
WIS 10

04/23/2026

🎓 Explore Your Future with CarolinaLIFE! 🌟
Are you (or someone you know) ages 16–21 and interested in inclusive post-secondary education opportunities? Join us for a 2.5-day Summer Experience at the University of South Carolina!
📅 Dates: June 2–4
⏰ Schedule:
• June 2 & 3: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• June 4: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: USC Campus
🚗 This is a day program only (no overnight option). Participants must have reliable transportation for drop-off and pick-up.
During this experience, students will:
✨ Learn about inclusive education programs across South Carolina
✨ Explore key areas of support:
• Academics
• Employment
• Independent Living
• Social Engagement
• Personal Development
Eligibility Requirements:
✔️ Ages 16–21
✔️ Diagnosis of intellectual disability
✔️ Application must include:
• Psychoeducational evaluation
• IEP
• Behavior plan (if applicable)
📩 Questions? Contact us at [email protected]
🔗 find the link to the application in the comments below!
Please note that limited spots are available. All applications will be reviewed. The Summer Experience is not first-come, first-served.

04/10/2026

Today marked an exciting step forward for CarolinaLIFE students working at the Lantern Hotel as they began the first of two training sessions for the AHLEI Guest Service Gold certification.

This opportunity is made possible through a meaningful partnership between CarolinaLIFE in the College of Education and Dr. Marketa Kubickova in the College of HRSM—demonstrating the power of collaboration across campus.

Industry-recognized credentials like this play a critical role in preparing students for future employment, opening doors and building confidence for what comes next.

We look forward to celebrating their certification completion on April 24!

04/08/2026

Final numbers are in for our campaign—and we’re excited to celebrate what our incredible community made possible! 💫
Thanks to your generosity, CarolinaLIFE raised $24,840 to support students with intellectual disabilities. These funds directly fuel our mission to provide inclusive, transformative educational experiences at the University of South Carolina and beyond.
We are so grateful for everyone who donated, shared our message, and championed CarolinaLIFE. Your support truly changes lives. ❤️
As part of the campaign, donors were entered into our GOAT giveaway drawings. Congratulations to our winners:
🏈 Football signed by Coach Shane Beamer: The Denton Family
🏀 Basketball signed by Coach Dawn Staley: Mark Turcsanyi
📖 Signed copy of Uncommon Favor: Joy Yell
Thank you again for believing in our students and our mission. Together, we are building a more inclusive future.

03/27/2026

That’s a wrap on Give4Garnet! ❤️🖤
We are so grateful for every single donor who showed up to support CarolinaLIFE. Your generosity helps create opportunities for our students to grow in independence, build confidence, and experience true belonging on campus.

Because of you, this was a huge success—thank you for believing in our students and our mission!

🎉 Raffle winners for both giveaways will be announced at a later date—stay tuned!
📩 If you reached a sponsorship level, you will be contacted in the coming weeks with more information.

We couldn’t do this without you. ❤️

03/25/2026

🏀 From the G.O.A.T… it’s here. 🐐❤️🖤

We’re officially kicking off our Give 4 Garnet raffle!

Thanks to an incredible gift from Coach Dawn Staley, you could win:
✨ An autographed basketball
📖 A signed copy of Uncommon Favor

Here’s how to enter:
❤️ Donate $100 or more to CarolinaLIFE = 1 entry
📲 Share this post publicly = +1 bonus entry

Every gift supports CarolinaLIFE students in building independence, confidence, and meaningful futures—creating empowerment, belonging, and opportunity every day.

Let’s show up for our students AND for a chance to win something legendary.

Address

University Of South Carolina, College Of Education, 820 Main Street
Columbia, SC
29208

Telephone

+18037777664

Website

https://sc.edu/study/colleges_schools/education/study/carolinalife/

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