Weeks of Welcome
The first four weeks of the semester are a big deal! It’s when students form friendships, explore campus life, and find their place in the CofC community. That’s what Weeks of Welcome (WoW) is all about! From January 5th to January 30th, we’re filling the calendar with events that spark connection, celebrate tradition, and invite everyone to get involved.
Your Campus, Your Community – Discover It During Weeks of Welcome!
Schedule of Events
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January 5 - January 10
Monday, January 5
No Events Currently Scheduled
Tuesday, January 6
Classroom Tours
Maybank Hall (165 Calhoun Street), Front Porch
1:30pm - 2:15pm
The orientation interns will provide tours of campus with special emphasis on the location of student’s classes. Students should bring along their spring 2026 schedule so the interns can help them prepare for their first week of classes.
Sponsored by: Office of New Student Programs
Classroom Tours
Maybank Hall (165 Calhoun Street), Front Porch
2:30pm - 3:15pm
The orientation interns will provide tours of campus with special emphasis on the location of student’s classes. Students should bring along their spring 2026 schedule so the interns can help them prepare for their first week of classes.
Sponsored by: Office of New Student Programs
Winter "Welcome Home" Event
College of Charleston
3:00pm
This is an invite-only event. It is for brand-new students to the College of Charleston, starting in the spring 2026 semester. Students will get to connect with other new students and faculty & staff at the College, play games, and enjoy a memorable introduction to the College!
Sponsored by: Student Affairs/Student Involvement Office
Meet the Greeks (NPHC Spring Edition)
Rita 101
6:00pm - 7:00pm
The program is offered at the beginning of the Fall and Spring semesters as an opportunity to learn more about NPHC and culturally based organizations’ intake processes and to visit all of the fraternities or sororities. Students must attend MEET THE GREEKS if they are planning to join in the 2025-2026 academic year order to be eligible for intake with any of the chapters.Sponsored by: Fraternity & Sorority Life, NPHC, and Higdon Center for Student Leadership
Wednesday, January 7
Information Table
Lightsey Center (160 Calhoun Street)
9:30am - 3:00pm
Orientation interns and Office of New Student Programs staff will be available to provide information and directions to students.
Sponsored by: Office of New Student Programs
Textbook Library Pop-up and Drive
Cougar Mall
10:00am - 3:00pm
The Textbook Library Pop-Up is an event where students can prepare for the Spring semester by grabbing whatever textbooks they need for free! All books are obtained through donations which we collect from students at the beginning and end of each semester. This pop-up will also be an opportunity for students with used textbooks to dispose of them with their fellow students in mind. Help yourself and others access information!
Sponsored by: Center for Sustainability and Library Student Ambassadors
Thursday, January 8
Pickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art: Free for All
Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and Hill Gallery in the Cato Center, 161 Calhoun St., 1st floor
6:00pm - 8:30pm
New Year Free-for-all where we let go, look forward, and make new friends in a one-night only event. New Year Free-for-all includes an hour of communal art-making followed by a party to celebrate the newly-made work on view in the Halsey Institute’s galleries! Art-making supplies will be on hand at the Halsey Institute, but attendees are also encouraged to let go of any materials and supplies that didn’t work out for them in 2025!
Sponsored by: Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art and School of the Arts
Volleyball Net Night
Johnson Gymnasium J110 - 30 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Volleyball at the Johnson Gym! Format will be determined by the number of students who show up to play—4v4, 5v5, or 6v6.All current C of C students are welcome! Volleyballs will be provided, but feel free to bring some knee pads if you’re going to go all out! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Friday, January 9
Textbook Library Pop-up and Drive
Cougar Mall
10:00am - 3:00pm
The Textbook Library Pop-Up is an event where students can prepare for the Spring semester by grabbing whatever textbooks they need for free! All books are obtained through donations which we collect from students at the beginning and end of each semester. This pop-up will also be an opportunity for students with used textbooks to dispose of them with their fellow students in mind. Help yourself and others access information!
Sponsored by: Center for Sustainability and Library Student Ambassadors
Lunch and Learn with Kara Peterson
Zoom
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Kara Peterson will discuss the Cougar Pantry programs and ways the CofC community can contribute.
Sponsored by: Office of Community Engagement
Racquet Sports Night
Johnson Gymnasium J110 - 30 George Street
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come and take advantage of our net setups at the Johnson Gym on Friday nights! We will have 3 badminton nets, 3 pickleball nets, and 5 squash courts available every Friday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All current C of C students are welcome! Rackets, paddles, birdies, and balls are available at the gym, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like it’ll help you win a game! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Saturday, January 10
No Events Currently Scheduled
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January 11 - January 17
Sunday, Janaury 11
Indoor Soccer Night
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Indoor Soccer in the Silcox Gym court on the 2nd floor! All current C of C students are welcome! Futsals will be available at the gym. Indoor soccer shoes are not required, but athletic footwear are required. Shin guards are optional. Game format is 5v5, first to 2 goals or 5 minute games. All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Monday, January 12
CDS Open House
CDS Office (Lightsey Center, Suite 104)
12:00pm - 2:00pm
We will answer questions on...Need to Complete a Semester Request?How do I enter a booking for the Alternate Testing Site?What Do I Do If I Have New Documentation?Please bring your laptopSponsored by: Center for Disability ServicesWinter Fest
Life Design Center at 14 Green Way
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Winter Fest is a kickoff to the New Year's Life Design Week! Students can stop by for chili, hot coco, and s'mores, enjoy games, and participate in Life Design activities like bracelet making, vision board making, etc. We'll also have a limited crewneck giveaway while supplies last.
Sponsored by: Life Design Center
Designing Your Voice: Finding the One Idea that Matters
Tate 202
5:00pm
This TEDx-style workshop helps students build confidence by learning to express one meaningful idea clearly and authentically. Through guided exercises, stand-and-speak moments, and live feedback, students will strengthen communication skills they can use in classes, interviews, leadership, and everyday conversations. Led by Charleston-based TEDx coaches Kenya Dunn and Yolanda Harris, this session emphasizes clarity—not perfection—as the key to impactful speaking.
Sponsored by: Life Design Center
Crochet Club General Meeting
Rita 103
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Crochet Club General meetings are open to all! Whether you're a pro or have never picked up a hook. Come chat with friends, work on a project, and relax! We provide hooks and yarn if you do not have your own, and we will teach you what you need to know to get started with your crochet journey. Come join us!
Sponsored by: Crochet Club
2nd Monday Concert: Voice Faculty Showcase
Simons Center Recital Hall, 54 Saint Philip St.
7:30pm - 8:30pm
The College of Charleston’s Department of Music will begin the spring season with a captivating evening of music as part of its 2nd Monday Series. The concert will showcase voice faculty: sopranos Saundra DeAthos, Amanda Castellone and Rebecca Krynski Cox; tenor Harold Meers; and baritone David Templeton; with pianist Lorna Barker. The program will highlight a refined blend of contemporary and traditional repertoire, offering a vibrant selection of art songs, operatic works and modern compositions that reflect the diverse musical strengths of each performer. Discounted tickets for CofC students are available by visiting https://charleston.edu/gsbo/students.php or calling 843.953.GSBO.
Sponsored by: Department of Music
Tuesday, January 13
BNB (Bagels 'N' Bibles)
Citadel Square Baptist Church, 328 Meeting Street
8:15am - 9:00am
Join FCA in morning fellowship and a Bible study over free bagels from Holey City or SpreadRecommended to DM our Instagram @cofc_fca for a specific bagel and for accurate bagel counts. Registration is not necessaryBring your Bible or if you do not have a Bible we have one for you!Gluten Free Bagels AvailableSponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes or FCALCWA's DONUTS WITH THE DEAN
Outside RITA
9:00am - 12:00pm
DONUTS WITH THE DEAN: Join the School of Languages, Cultures, and World Affairs for donuts and an overview of departments, programs, and immersive language experiences. From international studies to study abroad, ancient Greek to modern languages, archaeology to African American studies -- the School of LCWA has 9 majors and 20 minors to help you become an engaged world citizen with cultural competence! Grab a passport and explore! Outside RITA – Tuesday, January 13, 9am – 12Noon.
Sponsored by: School of Language, Cultures, and World Affairs
Resident Assistant Interviews
Bellsouth
1:00pm - 5:00pm
Invitation only event.Residence Life is interviewing for Resident Assistant positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications closed on 1/7/2026, but if you are interested in a position please email reslife@cofc.edu and we will contact you about the application.Sponsored by: Residence LifeLife Launch Intro Workshop
Maybank 200
2:00pm
Life Launch is a program targeted to Juniors and Seniors. It helps students focus on and prepare for life post graduation. The two main avenues we support students pursuing is entering the work field of their choice or grad school.
Sponsored by: Life Design Center
Pickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
History Club Welcome Back Party
Maybank Hall, Room 107
5:00pm
All students welcome! Not limited to just history majors/minors but it is a great way to learn more about these programs. A great time to meet other students with an interest in history or reconnect with members from last semester. Open discussion based with music, games, and more! Food and drinks provided.
Sponsored by: History Club
Indoor Soccer Night
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Indoor Soccer in the Silcox Gym court on the 2nd floor! All current C of C students are welcome! Futsals will be available at the gym. Indoor soccer shoes are not required, but athletic footwear are required. Shin guards are optional. Game format is 5v5, first to 2 goals or 5 minute games. All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Wednesday, January 14
Resident Assistant Interviews
Bellsouth
9:00am - 12:00pm
Invitation only event.Residence Life is interviewing for Resident Assistant positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications closed on 1/7/2026, but if you are interested in a position please email reslife@cofc.edu and we will contact you about the application.Sponsored by: Residence LifeGloss & Glow: DIY Lip Gloss Tabling
Cougar Mall
12:15pm - 1:30pm
Lip gloss creation table. Students mix lip gloss base + pigment + scent to create a custom gloss.
Sponsored by: Collegiate Curls
Blue Bin Brigade
Berry and McConnell Residence Halls
1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Center for Sustainable Development offers a 3-gallon recycling bin to check-out if you live in campus housing.Keep an eye out for the Blue Bin Brigade! We’ll have a table set up with bins, loan agreements, and recycling info. at chosen residence halls near the beginning of every semester.For the Spring 2026 semester, we will be checking out & distributing bins:Wednesday, January 14, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Berry and McConnell Residence HallsThursday, January 15, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Liberty and Buist/Rutledge Residence HallsBins are checked out for the academic year and must be returned to the Center for Sustainable Development before you move out.The 3-gallon bin should only be used to collect recyclables within your room/suite. Please note that you're still responsible for using your blue bin to carry recyclables to the central recycling location on your Residence Hall floor.Can't make the blue bin brigade events? Email zerowaste@cofc.edu to schedule a pick-up.Sponsored by: Center for Sustainable DevelopmentNarcan Training
Rita 102
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Learn how to reverse an overdose and save a life! Just bring your cougar card
Sponsored by: Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being and FAVOR Lowcountry
Banner Painting & Crafts
Rita 102
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Our first meeting of the spring semester! Join us for banner painting and some ocean-themed crafts.
Sponsored by: Sustainable Ocean Alliance
Fandoms United: Hunger Games
Maybank 107
6:00pm - 8:00pm
For the first meeting of the Spring Semester join us Wednesday, Jan 14th, in Maybank 107 for Hunger Games night!! There will be games and trivia hope to see yall there!
Sponsored by: Fandoms United
Paint the Town Pink & Green
Ed Center 112
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Join us for an AKA Paint & Sip, a relaxing and creative space where sisterhood meets self-care!
Sponsored by: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.
Film Club - Trivia Night!
Maybank Hall - Room 100
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come join us for some movie-themed trivia! And stay until the end to find out about our first screening of the semester!!
Sponsored by: CofC Film Club
Wellness Wednesday
Silcox 105
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Build, and connect with the camus through simple craft projects!
Sponsored by: Campus Rec and Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being
FCA Big Group Huddle
TD Arena McAlister Suite (3rd Floor)
8:00pm - 9:00pm
FCA's weekly large group for all students and athletes where we meet for faith, fellowship, and fun, while learning and growing in our relationship with Jesus Christ.No registration or materials needed, just yourself!Sponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes or FCAThursday, January 15
Resident Assistant Interviews
Bellsouth
10:00am - 3:00pm
Invitation only event.Residence Life is interviewing for Resident Assistant positions for the 2026-2027 school year. Applications closed on 1/7/2026, but if you are interested in a position please email reslife@cofc.edu and we will contact you about the application.Sponsored by: Residence LifeBlue Bin Brigade
Liberty and Buist/Rutledge Residence Halls
1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Center for Sustainable Development offers a 3-gallon recycling bin to check-out if you live in campus housing.Keep an eye out for the Blue Bin Brigade! We’ll have a table set up with bins, loan agreements, and recycling info. at chosen residence halls near the beginning of every semester.For the Spring 2026 semester, we will be checking out & distributing bins:Wednesday, January 14, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Berry and McConnell Residence HallsThursday, January 15, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Liberty and Buist/Rutledge Residence HallsBins are checked out for the academic year and must be returned to the Center for Sustainable Development before you move out.The 3-gallon bin should only be used to collect recyclables within your room/suite. Please note that you're still responsible for using your blue bin to carry recyclables to the central recycling location on your Residence Hall floor.Can't make the blue bin brigade events? Email zerowaste@cofc.edu to schedule a pick-up.Sponsored by: Center for Sustainable DevelopmentPickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
Archaeology Club Movie Night
Bellsouth, 215, 81 St. Philip St.
5:00pm - 7:00pm
We will be watching an archaeology themed movie that students can vote on!
Sponsored by: Archaeology Club
Frozen Movie Night
Rita 101
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us for a cozy Frozen Movie night! Enjoy DIY winter crafts, hot cocoa, and a chance to win adorable plush giveaways—perfect for a chill night with friends!
Sponsored by: Cougar Activities Board
Friday, January 16
Graduate Student Life Design Workshop: Intro to Life Design
Tate 129
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Introduction of Life Design specifically designed for graduate students.
Sponsored by: Life Design Center
David Bowie Birthday Bash
Cougar Mall
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate queer icon David Bowie with free cupcakes and fun activities!
Sponsored by: Recently Hatched
Racquet Sports Night
Johnson Gymnasium, J110 - 30 George Street
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come and take advantage of our net setups at the Johnson Gym on Friday nights! We will have 3 badminton nets, 3 pickleball nets, and 5 squash courts available every Friday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All current C of C students are welcome! Rackets, paddles, birdies, and balls are available at the gym, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like it’ll help you win a game! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Field Day Fridays
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come and join our staff member, Alexis, get active every Friday night for a different old school game or activity. Get the stress out from the week of classes and who knows—you might end up with some fun and lasting memories.
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Saturday, January 17
No Events Currently Scheduled.
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January 18 - January 24
Sunday, January 18
Indoor Soccer Night
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Indoor Soccer in the Silcox Gym court on the 2nd floor! All current C of C students are welcome! Futsals will be available at the gym. Indoor soccer shoes are not required, but athletic footwear are required. Shin guards are optional. Game format is 5v5, first to 2 goals or 5 minute games. All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Monday, January 19
No Events Currently Scheduled.
Tuesday, January 20
BNB (Bagels 'N' Bibles)
Citadel Square Baptist Church, 328 Meeting Street
8:15am - 9:00am
Join FCA in morning fellowship and a Bible study over free bagels from Holey City or SpreadRecommended to DM our Instagram @cofc_fca for a specific bagel and for accurate bagel counts. Registration is not necessaryBring your Bible or if you do not have a Bible we have one for you!Gluten Free Bagels AvailableSponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes or FCADog Therapy
Atrium/lobby of the School of Business, Beatty Center, 5 Liberty Street
2:00pm - 4:00pm
De-stress at Dog therapy.
Sponsored by: Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being
CDS Open House
CDS Office (Lightsey Center, Suite 104)
2:00pm - 4:00pm
We will answer questions on...Need to Complete a Semester Request?How do I enter a booking for the Alternate Testing Site?What Do I Do If I Have New Documentation?Please bring your laptopSponsored by: Center for Disability ServicesPickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
Mock Trial Practice
Rita 152
6:00pm - 8:00pm
See what collegiate mock trial looks like in action. The College of Charleston Mock Trial team meets Tuesdays and Thursdays to prepare for scrimmages and competitions through case strategy, witness work, and courtroom advocacy.While Mock Trial is a competitive team and auditions were held in the fall, all students are welcome to attend practice as observers to experience the fast-paced, collaborative environment and learn how trial teams prepare for competition.Perfect for students curious about law or joining Mock Trial in the future.Sponsored by: CofC Mock Trial36th Black History Intercollegiate Consortium
The Simons Center for the Arts - Recital Hall 175
6:30pm - 9:00pm
We are celebrating the 36th Black History Intercollegiate Consortium Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Program at the College of Charleston on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. The event will recognize Marla Cochran Robertson with the 2026 MLK Humanitarian Award for her commitment to equality and community, award the BHIC Scholarship to Trinity Pristley, and feature participation from CofC student organizations and a special performance by The Charleston Vibes.
Sponsored by: Office of Community Engagement
Indoor Soccer Night
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Indoor Soccer in the Silcox Gym court on the 2nd floor! All current C of C students are welcome! Futsals will be available at the gym. Indoor soccer shoes are not required, but athletic footwear are required. Shin guards are optional. Game format is 5v5, first to 2 goals or 5 minute games. All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Wednesday, January 21
Free Flu Shot Clinic
181 Calhoun Street, Student Health Services
9:00am - 12:00pm
Free flu shots for students - no insurance needed
Sponsored by: Student Health Services
Watch it Wednesday: More Than a Fridge
RSS 241
9:15am - 4:15pm
A documentary showing all day about mutual aid and food insecurity. Refreshments will be provided.
Sponsored by: Office of Community Engagement
Winter Welcome Back
Rivers Green
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Classes are back, and so is the fun! Come celebrate the start of the semester at our Winter Welcome Back event on January 21 from 12 pm - 2 pm in Rivers Green.
Sponsored by: Office of Student Involvement
Spring Student Involvement Fair
Rivers Green
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Connect with student organizations on campus at our Spring Involvement Fair. From academics, honor societies, sports clubs, and more, our organizations have something for everyone! Meet our leaders and get involved!
Sponsored by: Office of Student Involvement
Make Your Own Salad
Liberty Dining Hall
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Make your own salad using local seasonal produce
Sponsored by: Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being and Charleston Culinary Group
Pandemic Politics: Lessons We Didn't Learn and Why That Matters
Tate Center, Room 202
1:00pm - 2:00pm
What did COVID reveal about how America really governs in a crisis? In "In COVID'S Wake", political scientist Frances Lee examines how emergency decision-making, partisan incentives, and institutional breakdowns shaped the nation's pandemic response. Moving beyond hindsight blame, Lee asks a harder question: why did so many well-intentioned policies fail to adapt as evidence changed?
Sponsored by: College of Charleston Civilitiy Initiative
STI Testing
Arnold Hall Jewish Studies Building
3:15pm - 5:00pm
Winter means cuffing season. Make sure you and your boo are safe and get tested!
Sponsored by: Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being and Palmetto Community Care
Studio Art Lecture by Painter Will Hutnick
Simons Center for the Arts, Room 380, 54 Saint Philip St.
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Will Hutnick is an artist based in Sharon, Connecticut. He received his M.F.A. from Pratt Institute in 2011 and his B.A. from Providence College in 2007. A 2021 NYSCA/NYFA Artist Fellow in Painting, Hutnick has held solo exhibitions at the McDonough Museum of Art, Geary Contemporary, Pamela Salisbury Gallery and Elijah Wheat Showroom. His group exhibitions include the Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art, High Noon and Hollis Taggart. Hutnick has participated in residencies such as Yaddo and the Elizabeth Murray Artist Residency. He was a co-director of Ortega y Gasset Projects from 2015 to 2020 and is currently the director of artistic programming at the Wassaic Project, focusing on art and education for social change.
Sponsored by: Department of Studio Art and School of the Arts
Center Stage General Meeting
Calhoun Street Annex- 172 Calhoun St.
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Come join us for info on this semester and how to get involved.
Sponsored by: Center Stage CofC
Asian Student Association First GBM and Game Night
Tate Center 131
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Asian Student Association General Body Meeting (GBM) is a great opportunity for both new and returning members to connect, learn more about ASA, and get involved in a welcoming and inclusive community. We will be talking about future events and afterwards, there will be game night! Everyone is welcome!
Sponsored by: Asian Student Association
FCA Big Group Huddle
TD Arena McAlister Suite (3rd Floor)
8:00pm - 9:00pm
FCA's weekly large group for all students and athletes where we meet for faith, fellowship, and fun, while learning and growing in our relationship with Jesus Christ.No registration or materials needed, just yourself!Sponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes or FCAThursday, January 22
Cougar Pantry Spring Open House
Cougar Pantry - 26 Coming St., Room 101
12:00pm - 2:00pm
Come by Cougar Pantry, grab some items, and meet us! See what we have to offer and learn about how you can get involved in the Cougar Pantry.
Sponsored by: Cougar Pantry
Pickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
Archaeology Club John Fisher, Head of Charleston Museum, Talk
Bellsouth, 215, 81 St Philip St.
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Come join us to listen to John Fisher, Head Archaeology Curator at the Charleston Museum. He will speak of his work at the museum and their upcoming events. Just bring yourself and your curiosity!
Sponsored by: Archaeology Club
Volleyball Net Night
Johnson Gymnasium J110 - 30 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Volleyball at the Johnson Gym! Format will be determined by the number of students who show up to play—4v4, 5v5, or 6v6.All current C of C students are welcome! Volleyballs will be provided, but feel free to bring some knee pads if you’re going to go all out! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Friday, January 23
A Morning with Lowcountry Food Bank
Center for Civic Engagement
8:00am - 12:00pm
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1v1PpQUVpsl0qlh1lvC8jJLUGtmHXp7kEiILdVBdMNTo/edit?pli=1We're packing and sorting fresh fruits and produce at the Lowcountry Food Bank for those in our community who are experiencing hunger and food insecurity. We'll provide the transportation ... you provide an extra set of hands to help Lowcountry Food Bank get food to local people who need it. Slots are limited and registration is required.Sponsored by: Center for Civic Engagement
Spanish Club - Tertulia
8 Bull Street
4:30pm - 6:00pm
Hola a todos! :)This is an invitation to our monthly Tertulia events!This is a great opportunity to practice your Spanish, connect with students and professor in a chill fun environment.For our 1st Tertulia we have planned a fun activity where students can get to know each other and practice Spanish "Speed Tertulia" 😁 prompt cards with simple conversation questions, for all levels.Sponsored: Spanish ClubRacquet Sports Night
Johnson Gymnasium J110 - 30 George Street
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come and take advantage of our net setups at the Johnson Gym on Friday nights! We will have 3 badminton nets, 3 pickleball nets, and 5 squash courts available every Friday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All current C of C students are welcome! Rackets, paddles, birdies, and balls are available at the gym, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like it’ll help you win a game! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
CofC Theatre: The Pages Festival
Simons Center for the Arts, Emmett Robinson Theatre, 54 Saint Philip St.
7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Department of Theatre and Dance has a long-standing tradition of training and showcasing student playwrights. The Pages Festival will feature new works written by student playwrights and performed by a cast of student actors. Recommended for ages 14+ (Content advisory: may contain profanity and adult themes) Discounted student tickets available: https://go.charleston.edu/nowplayingSponsored by: Department Theatre and Dance and School of the Arts
Field Day Fridays
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come and join our staff member, Alexis, get active every Friday night for a different old school game or activity. Get the stress out from the week of classes and who knows—you might end up with some fun and lasting memories.
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Saturday, January 24
Habitat for Humanity Build Day
Center for Civic Engagement, Lightsey Center, 2nd Floor
11:30am - 3:30pm
Join us to kick off our 2026 Habitat for Humanity Build Days! We provide lunch and transportation; you provide an extra set of hands to help build a home and hope for a local family. No experience necessary, but slots are limited and registration required. Register here - https://charlestonhabitat.charityproud.org/VolunteerRegistration/Calendar/10145 - or on Cougar Connectby Thursday, 1/22/26. Please include this passcode: cofc2026. Check out our HUB site for more info or email us at volunteer@cofc.edu.Sponsored by: Center for Civic Engagement
Chinese Culture Club-First Meeting of the Semester
1st Floor Addlestone
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us this Saturday on the first floor of Addlestone, January 24th, at 4 pm! We'll be located across from the helpdesk. We will go over our plans for the semester and do a craft to usher in the new year.
Sponsored by: Chinese Culture Club
CofC Theatre: The Pages Festival
Simons Center for the Arts, Emmett Robinson Theatre, 54 Saint Philip St.
7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Department of Theatre and Dance has a long-standing tradition of training and showcasing student playwrights. The Pages Festival will feature new works written by student playwrights and performed by a cast of student actors. Recommended for ages 14+ (Content advisory: may contain profanity and adult themes) Discounted student tickets available: https://go.charleston.edu/nowplayingSponsored by: Department Theatre and Dance and School of the Arts
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January 25 - January 30
Sunday, January 25
CofC Theatre: The Pages Festival
Simons Center for the Arts, Emmett Robinson Theatre, 54 Saint Philip St.
7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Department of Theatre and Dance has a long-standing tradition of training and showcasing student playwrights. The Pages Festival will feature new works written by student playwrights and performed by a cast of student actors. Recommended for ages 14+ (Content advisory: may contain profanity and adult themes) Discounted student tickets available: https://go.charleston.edu/nowplayingSponsored by: Department Theatre and Dance and School of the Arts
Indoor Soccer Night
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Indoor Soccer in the Silcox Gym court on the 2nd floor! All current C of C students are welcome! Futsals will be available at the gym. Indoor soccer shoes are not required, but athletic footwear are required. Shin guards are optional. Game format is 5v5, first to 2 goals or 5 minute games. All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Monday, January 26
Mending Broken Social Fabric and Restoring Communities' Wellbeing w/ Dr. Anne Kubai
https://cofc.zoom.us/j/86196860056#success
12:00pm - 1:00pm
MUGC, SOE, & WGS will host an incredible speaker, Dr. Anne Kubai. Her talk is titled, “Mending Broken Social Fabric and Restoring Communities’ Wellbeing.” Dr. Anne Kubai is an Associate Professor of World Christianity and Interreligious Studies at Södertörn University, Sweden. She holds a Professorship Extraordinarius at the UNISA Institute of Gender Studies, South Africa, and is a Senior Research Fellow at the Nagel Institute, Calvin University (USA). Beginning January 2026, she will join the Anthropology Department at Uppsala University. Her work centers on genocide studies, reconciliation processes, gender and conflict, and the lived experiences of communities in post-violence contexts.
Sponsored by: MUGC, The School of Education, and Women's and Gender Studies
Biology Seminar
Rita 154
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Population genetics and conservation of marine biodiversity
Sponsored by: Biology Department
BisexualiTEA
Cougar Mall
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a bisexual visibility event featuring free tea from Charleston Tea Garden and a tea spilling session!
Sponsored by: Recently Hatched
Cooking Class with HLC
Rita 102
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn a new healthy recipe that's also dorm-safe!Sponsored by: Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being and Hispanic Latino Club
Crochet Club General Meeting
Rita 103
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Crochet Club General meetings are open to all! Whether you're a pro or have never picked up a hook. Come chat with friends, work on a project, and relax! We provide hooks and yarn if you do not have your own, and we will teach you what you need to know to get started with your crochet journey. Come join us!
Sponsored by: Crochet Club
CofC Theatre: The Pages Festival
Simons Center for the Arts, Emmett Robinson Theatre, 54 Saint Philip St.
7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Department of Theatre and Dance has a long-standing tradition of training and showcasing student playwrights. The Pages Festival will feature new works written by student playwrights and performed by a cast of student actors. Recommended for ages 14+ (Content advisory: may contain profanity and adult themes) Discounted student tickets available: https://go.charleston.edu/nowplayingSponsored by: Department Theatre and Dance and School of the Arts
Scrapbooking with Slowfood Club
Jewish Studies Center
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us for our first meeting of the semester! We will be scrapbooking for our recipe book. Feel free to bring craft supplies, magazines, and your own recipes.
Sponsored by: Slow Food CofC
Tuesday, January 27
BNB (Bagels 'N' Bibles)
Citadel Square Baptist Church, 328 Meeting Street
8:15am - 9:00am
Join FCA in morning fellowship and a Bible study over free bagels from Holey City or SpreadRecommended to DM our Instagram @cofc_fca for a specific bagel and for accurate bagel counts. Registration is not necessaryBring your Bible or if you do not have a Bible we have one for you!Gluten Free Bagels AvailableSponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes or FCAPickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
Pre-Law Society Meeting
Rita 102
4:45pm - 5:45pm
Second General meeting of the semester
Sponsored by: Pre-Law Society
Indoor Soccer Night
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Indoor Soccer in the Silcox Gym court on the 2nd floor! All current C of C students are welcome! Futsals will be available at the gym. Indoor soccer shoes are not required, but athletic footwear are required. Shin guards are optional. Game format is 5v5, first to 2 goals or 5 minute games. All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Wednesday, January 28
Classics Club
Randolph 301B
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Sponsored by: Classics Club
Cards and Connections w/ ASA
TBD
5:00pm - 6:30pm
Connect over games and snacks.Sponsored by: Office of Student Wellness and Well-Being and Asian Student Alliance
Guest Speaker & Hot Chocolate
Rita 102
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Join us for a guest speaker and some hot chocolate!
Sponsored by: Sustainable Ocean Alliance
Legos Cars Night
Education Center 118
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Race to Education Center Room 118 for CAB’s x Student Involvement annual Lego Night. Enjoy a screening of Cars while building some of your favorite lego sets!
Sponsored by: Cougar Activities Board
FCA Big Group Huddle
TD Arena McAlister Suite (3rd Floor)
8:00pm - 9:00pm
FCA's weekly large group for all students and athletes where we meet for faith, fellowship, and fun, while learning and growing in our relationship with Jesus Christ.No registration or materials needed, just yourself!Sponsored by: Fellowship of Christian Athletes or FCAThursday, January 29
Pickleball Pick-up Games w/ the Pickleball Club
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Pickleball at the Silcox Gym, 2nd Floor court! All current C of C students are welcome! Paddles and balls will be available, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like that'll help you win a set! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services and Pickleball Club
Archaeology Club Hector Qirko of Anthropology Department Talk
Bellsouth, 215, 81 St. Phillips Street
5:00pm - 6:00pm
Come join us to hear a talk from Professor Hector Qirko, CofC Professor of Anthropology, talk about evolutionary theory and cultural patterning. Just bring yourself and your curiosity!
Sponsored by: Archaeology Club
Volleyball Net Night
Johnson Gymnasium J110 - 30 George Street
7:00pm - 10:00pm
Come and join in on some pick-up games of Volleyball at the Johnson Gym! Format will be determined by the number of students who show up to play—4v4, 5v5, or 6v6.All current C of C students are welcome! Volleyballs will be provided, but feel free to bring some knee pads if you’re going to go all out! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Friday, January 30
HLC Hangout
Life Design Center
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Join us for our First HLC Hangout on January 30th, 2-4:00 pm at The Life Design Center. Come hang out with us, play games, and meet new people! Hope to see you there!!
Sponsored by: Hispanic Latino Club
Racquet Sports Night
Johnson Gymnasium J110 - 30 George Street
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come and take advantage of our net setups at the Johnson Gym on Friday nights! We will have 3 badminton nets, 3 pickleball nets, and 5 squash courts available every Friday night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. All current C of C students are welcome! Rackets, paddles, birdies, and balls are available at the gym, but feel free to bring your own if you feel like it’ll help you win a game! All skill levels are welcome!
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services
Field Day Fridays
Silcox Gymnasium, Silcox 215 - 24 George Street
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Come and join our staff member, Alexis, get active every Friday night for a different old school game or activity. Get the stress out from the week of classes and who knows—you might end up with some fun and lasting memories.
Sponsored by: Campus Recreation Services