Freshman Council

What is Freshman Council?

Freshman Council acts as an entry-level organization within Student Government. Members consist of a diverse selection of students who undergo a fairly rigorous interview and application process and are chosen to represent the freshman class in Student Government. These representatives are selected by a committee comprised of former Freshman Council members and other Student Government representatives.

Throughout the year, the group meets weekly to discuss pressing issues at USC. The organization serves as a great platform to become involved. FC gets a chance to work with other members of Student Government as well as other organizations and services at USC. Through the mentor-mentee system, each member on the council is paired with an upperclassman member of student government to assist throughout the course of the year.

The council is made up of several committees that work on various projects throughout the year. Each committee has a specific role in contributing to the success of the Freshman Council. Committees meet once a week and all are welcome to attend just like the regular FC meetings.

To learn more about Freshman Council or if you have any questions for us, please feel free to email us at: sgfroco@mailbox.sc.edu

All FC meetings are held on Tuesdays at 5p.m.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

February 14th~~ The Dating Game

7pm in the Russell House Ballroom

Freshman Council Advisors

Rohail Kazi and Claire Deloach

2011-2012 Freshman Council

Committee for Academics and Professional Development (CAPD)
Meets Mondays at 6:45 pm in the Campus Life Center

Miller Hane

Hey guys! My name is Miller Hane and I'm from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. I am a triplet, and love to hang out with my friends! I'm an International Business Major, and can't get enough of Carolina football!

Yousef Ibreak

Hi! I'm Yousef Ibreak from the bustling city of Irmo, South Carolina. I'm studying finance and economics with a minor in political science and international studies. I love to travel so if you give me an opportunity to, I will. I enjoy meeting new people so come find me and let's talk.

Hazel Bridges

Hi! My name is Hazel A. Bridges and I am a Carolina Girl through and through. I am a Political Science major with an emphasis in Pre-Law. For fun, I enjoy reading, traveling, spending time with friends and family, exercising, watching sports, singing in the shower, and like most girls…SHOPPING!!!

Andrew Kovtun

Hey Freshmen! I am Andrew Kovtun and I am an International Business/Economics major. I am from Cleveland, Ohio and when I have the time I love to ski, play the piano, and read and debate the latest world news.

Trenton Smith

Hey! My name is Trenton Smith and I'm from North Myrtle Beach, SC. I'm double majoring in Political Science and Mathematics, planning on going to law school after graduation. In my free time, I enjoy being a member of Phi Alpha Delta, the Secretary and Treasurer of the Minority Pre-Law Association, and a volunteer for America Reads.

Jordan Dick

I'm Jordan Dick and I'm from Charlotte, NC. In my spare time, I enjoy playing rugby, watching stand-up comedy, and going to movies! I'm an advertising major and looking to do something involved in media. Go Cocks!

Jack Loew

Hey everybody! My name is Jack Loew. I'm from Asheville, North Carolina and I swim way more than I should. I'm currently on a pre-law track with a double major in International Business-Business management and with a double minor in German and History.

Service and Philanthropy
Meets Wednesdays at 4 pm in the Campus Life Center

Nidha Khan

Hey, I'm Nidha Khan! I'm from Irmo, South Carolina! I'm a Cardiovascular Technology major on the pre-med track! I LOVE to laugh and tell jokes, volunteer at the local children's hospital, and to hang out with my friends and family. I have wanted to go to USC my whole life, and now all my dreams have come true! I'm looking forward to a great four years!

Jonathan Valdez

Hey guys! My name is Jonathan Valdez and I am an International Studies major from Greenville, SC. I'm originally from bright and sunny Miami, Florida, known for its beaches and retired people. I'm looking forward to an awesome four years here at Carolina!

Andrea Eggleston

Salutations! I am Andrea Eggleston from Omaha, Nebraska. I am majoring in Biomedical Engineering with a Business minor, and I plan to be an orthodontist. I love traveling, making informational videos, making an impact on other people's lives, and witnessing beautiful life moments.

Alec Courtright

Hey. My name is Alec Courtright and I'm from Greenville, SC. Originally I'm from Portland, OR and yes I'm slightly hipster. I'm an environmental engineering major. I also like long walks on the beach, candle light dinners, and to play music.

Kelly Johnson

Hey y'all! My name is Kelly Johnson and I'm from Hilton Head Island, SC. I love to read, travel, and laugh! I am majoring in Psychology and one day I hope to go to law school.

Public Relations
Meets Mondays at 3:15 pm in the Campus Life Center

Liana Miller

Hey I'm Liana Miller from Atlanta! I'm a pre-pharm major, so when I'm not studying, I really enjoy dancing, catching up on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, and wreaking havoc upon the USC campus with friends!

Okay just kidding about the last part.

Taylor Deas

Hi I'm Taylor from Atlanta, Georgia. I hope to double major in business and marketing with a minor in español. A typical day consists of a wake-up call from my mom, iced coffee from Colloquium Cafe, The Daily Gamecock crossword, Modern Family, the Mezzanine Level of The Thomas Cooper Library and stalking a thousand of my closest friends on Facebook.

Annie Parham

Hey! I'm Annie Parham, and I'm from right here, Columbia, South Carolina! I'm currently undecided in my major but planning on at least minoring in French, which I hope to become fluent in. In my spare time, I enjoy listening to music and attempting to watch every movie ever made! Go Gamecocks!

Ryan Bailey

My name is Ryan Bailey and I'm from Charleston, South Carolina. I'm a political science major and a music minor. I love to run whenever I get a chance. I am a server at California Dreaming and I play bass guitar, piano, and banjo.

Landon Masters

My name is Landon Masters and I am an advertising major from Spartanburg, South Carolina. I love spending time laughing with friends and family, and being obsessed with reality television!!

Dan McGillen

Dan McGillen here folks, I hail from the city of West Chester, Pennsylvania. I love to spend my time with God, family, and friends and am a die-hard Philadelphia sports fan. I also love to laugh and am here at USC to find the meaning of life.

Alexis Mood

Hey y'all, I'm Alexis Mood. I'm from Greenville, South Carolina, and I'm an advertising major. I love shopping, hanging out with friends, and going to Freshman Council meetings!

Freshman Focus
Meets Sundays at 6:15 pm in the Campus Life Center

Toni Stevenson

I'm Toni Stevenson from North Augusta, SC. I'm a Biology major with a minor in Spanish. I aspire to be a Pediatrican and I love to run in my spare time. I have a black toy poodle named Sparky.

Josh Lynch

Hey y'all! My name is Joshua Lynch I'm from Lauren's County, South Carolina. I'm a Political Science major on the Pre-Law track here at USC. I plan to be a Prosecutor. I love politics, wake boarding, and USC Student Government! I'm excited to serve the class of 2015 this year and years to come! Go GAMECOCKS!

Hunter Kay

Hey, my name is Hunter Kay and I'm from Charlotte, NC. I'm a finance major with a minor in psychology. Some of my hobbies include long walks on the beach, drinking piña coladas (virgin of course), and getting caught in the rain.

Courtland Thomas

Courtland Miles Thomas is my name and Charisma is my game. I'm a double major in Marketing and Public Relations! I've been playing the piano for 15 years and extremely invovled in the Carolina Community. If you wanna know more about me, call me at 803-404-0401. Seriously. Try me!

Adam Mayer

Hey y'all! (Did I just say that right?) My name is Adam Mayer, but most people just refer to me as "Wisconsin." As you can probably guess by the name, I am indeed a cheesehead. I am an Exercise Science major with emphasis in Scientific Functions and Pre-Medicine. I enjoy walking in the SWISS Alps and CHEESEy pick up lines (GET IT?).

University Relations
Meets Thursdays at 5 pm in the Campus Life Center

Lydia Adams

My name is Lydia Adams and I am from Knoxville, Tennessee. I am an International Business major, doubling in Management, and I am double minoring in Portuguese and Dance. I love making things work, and I hope to help the class of 2015 have the best possible freshman year through Freshman Council.

Zack Smeltzer

I am from Spring Grove, Pennsylvania and a Sport and Entertainment Management major. My favorite movie is Ferris Bueller's Day Off.

Thom Bell

Hey guys, I'm Thom, yes with a "h", Bell. I'm a Broadcast Journalism major and I love to tell jokes and laugh. I enjoy making a fool out of myself and I can teach you how to dougie. Legit.

Andy Hesse

Hi! My name is Andy Hesse, and I am an International Business major from Richmond, VA. In addition to being active in Freshman Council, I am a brother of Beta Theta Pi.

Social Events
Meets Thursdays at 7 pm in the Campus Life Center

Cari Smolen

Hi everybody! My name is Carli Smolen and I'm studying International Business. I'm from the "Garden State" part of New Jersey, and I can't wait to plan some awesome events for the freshman class! Go cocks!!

Jenn Frazee

What's poppin' Gamecocks? My name is Jenn Frazee, and I'm all the way from beautiful, sunny Tampa, Florida. I am an International Business and Marketing major by day, and a secret cake decorator/bedazzler of all things/all-around fun person to be around by night. Remember: Keep it classy, Carolina!

Summer Bass

Hey everyone! My name is Summer Bass, but I also go by Super Bass. I'm from right here in Columbia, SC and I'm a business management major. I love to play sports and rap.

Claire Thompson

Hey! I'm Claire Thompson from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. I am majoring in International Business with a minor in Spanish. I am a football FANATIC: I watch football all weekend long and I was the champion of my fantasy football league last year. GO GAMECOCKS, GO STEELERS!

Lindsay Tripp

Hey, guys! I'm Lindsay Tripp from Shelbyville, Kentucky. I am a Marine Science major and I recently joined the Scuba club at USC. I'll be getting my scuba certification in the spring and I cannot wait to use it when I study abroad in Australia!

Erin Steiner

Hey, my name is Erin Steiner and I'm from Elkin, North Carolina. I am currently an International Business major. During the summer I like to travel and, so far, my favorite place to visit is New York City.

Alex Drake

Hello, my name is Alex Drake. I was born in North Carolina but I've been in Irmo, SC since 4th grade. I'm currently majoring in computer engineering and thinking about doubling it with electrical engineering. I enjoy reading, sarcasm, the beach, and hanging out with friends.

"WE REPRESENT YOU"

FROM YOUR NERDS IN FRESHMAN COUNCIL

USC CLASS OF 2015