Starting college and trying to find your place can be difficult, but a community of strong women who have the same interests and motivations as you can be exactly what you need. Below is a list of the few incredible women-based organizations on campus that can be perfect for you!Â
Her Campus
Instagram – @hcsouthcarolinaÂ
Starting out strong, we have one of the most supportive female organizations on campus. Her Campus is an organization that provides female students with opportunities to make strong friendships and connections with other women who share the interest in marketing, public relations, social media, and editorial. The perfect place to meet your new best friends!Â
Women in Business CouncilÂ
Instagram – @uscwibcÂ
Calling all female business students, Women in Business Council at UofSC provides a networking community for women to grow, learn, and develop professional skills. They focus on connecting and empowering women to navigate the business world and make a difference in their local community.Â
CHAARGÂ
Instagram – @sc_inchaargÂ
CHAARG stands for Changing Health, Attitudes, and Actions to Recreate Girls. They aim to establish a community for college girls who have an interest in health and fitness. They partner with local studios once a week to lead a group workout. Even if you have no passion for working out, this is a fun way to meet others while getting out of the house.Â
Alliance for Women in STEM
Instagram – @uofsc_awsÂ
Alliance for Women in STEM works to create a collaborative environment for female students pursuing majors or careers in STEM fields and medicine. With a supportive community, members work to navigate and learn more about the difficult processes of conducting research projects, applying to graduate/medical school, writing grant proposals, and getting scholarships.Â
GirlUp
Instagram – @girlupuofscÂ
Girl Up is an international, nonprofit organization affiliated with the United Nations. They advocate for gender equality, women’s education and healthcare, and the end of gender-based violence. From advocacy to service, the organization’s efforts also support the United Nations’ initiative to provide young girls in developing countries the chance to get proper education and a life of nonviolence.