Student success is a goal that is shared by parents
and the University, and our office strives to form a
positive partnership with parents from day one. All
parents are encouraged to join the dues-free
to receive monthly
e-newsletters and other important e-mail communication from the
University of South Carolina. We'll keep you updated on ways to
encourage your student's success and provide you with regular updates
from the University. Also, in the event of an emergency situation,
parents and families will stay informed from messages sent to Parents
Association members. It's free, and it's the best way for
parents to stay connected to the University of South Carolina!
The Office of Parents Programs also provides other
partnership opportunities through volunteer
experiences and our
Parents Advisory Council.
The Parents Advisory Council consists of individuals who have
been selected to serve in an advisory role to the Office of Parents Programs,
the Division of Student Affairs and the Department of Academic Support, and the
University. Members of this special group meet once per semester. In addition
to providing feedback and assisting in the creation of new initiatives with the
Office of Parents Programs, members support the University by participating in
the Parents Annual Fund with a significant leadership gift.
2010-2011 Parents Advisory Council
Jimmy and Patti Addison – Columbia, S.C.
Bernie and Adele Audet – Wilmington, Del.
Joe and Melissa Blanchard – Columbia, S.C.
Walter and Anne Bristow – Columbia, S.C.
Derick and Sallie Close – Charlotte, N.C.
Steve and Mary Alice Corso – Spartanburg, S.C.
Alan and Cynthia Farquharson – Fort Worth, Texas
James and Annie Fraser – Pasadena, Calif.
Joe and Kate Haleski – Pittsburgh, Penn.
Jay and Jane Helvey – Winston-Salem, N.C.
Carter Hotchkiss – Franklin, Va.
Jeff and Libby Anne Inabinet – Columbia, S.C.
Marvin and Sharon Infinger – Charleston, S.C.
Ray and Coco Killian – Charlotte, N.C.
John and Nan Kirchhofer – Dallas, Texas
Bob and Nancy Koons – Wayne, Penn.
Sterling and Lin Laffitte – Estill, S.C.
Dennis and Deborah McGroarty – Dallas, Texas
Mark and Becky Montgelas – Darien, Conn.
Sam and Susan Rankin – Charlotte, N.C.
Tom and Anne Shandley – Davidson, N.C.
Robert and Chris Stowe – Belmont, N.C.
Denny and Amanda Strigl – Princeton, N.J.
Maxwell and Julie Taylor – Winston-Salem, N.C.
Jerry and Lynn Thompson – Marietta, Ga.
