Major News from University of South Carolina – August 24, 2025

COLUMBIA, S.C., Aug. 24, 2025 –

Active Shooter Alert on Campus Late Sunday evening, the University of South Carolina issued a campus-wide emergency alert reporting an active shooter near the campus library. According to the university’s public safety office, the suspect is described as a white male, approximately six feet tall, wearing black pants, and remains at large. Students and staff have been instructed to shelter in place while local and campus law enforcement continue a coordinated search. No injuries have been confirmed at this time, and officials say the situation remains active. Further updates will be provided as soon as more information becomes available.

Women’s Soccer Stays Perfect with 2–0 Win Earlier in the afternoon at Stone Stadium, the No. 16 South Carolina Gamecocks women’s soccer team extended their unbeaten start to the season by defeating Miami (OH), 2–0. Senior Micah Bryant delivered a precise cross in the 10th minute, allowing sophomore Katie Shea Collins to head home the opener. In the 46th minute, junior Cuyler Zulauf converted a penalty kick for her first goal of the season. The Gamecock defense recorded a shutout, limiting Miami (OH) to zero shots on goal. South Carolina improves to 4–0–0 and will travel to face in-state rival Clemson on Thursday, Aug. 28, at 7 p.m.

Athletics Department Announces 10-Year Partnership with Nike In a strategic move to elevate its brand and support student-athlete performance, South Carolina Athletics unveiled a 10-year partnership with Nike. The agreement, effective immediately, will outfit all varsity teams and expand merchandising opportunities across campus stores and online. University officials highlight that enhanced apparel and training gear will boost recruiting efforts and fan engagement. Details on new uniform designs and rollout dates will be announced in the coming weeks.