University of South Carolina Union
The University of South Carolina Union is a public college with its main campus in Union, South Carolina and a branch campus in Laurens. It is part of the University of South Carolina System and one of the four regional USC campuses which make up Palmetto College. USC Union is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and awards associate degrees. Between 500 and 600 students attend one of its two campuses.
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| Type | Public |
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| Established | 1965 |
| Dean | Dr. John Catalano |
Academic staff | 28 |
| Undergraduates | 363 |
| Location | , , United States 34°43′1″N 81°37′14″W |
| Campus | Urban, 7 acres (2.8 ha) |
| Colors | Garnet and Grey |
| Nickname | Bantams |
| Website | uscunion.sc.edu |
History
In the 1960s, the citizens of Union formed the Union County Commission for Higher Education to attract a college to their area. The University of South Carolina sought to expand its reach throughout the state and agreed to build an extension campus in Union. Classes began at the campus in 1965 with an initial enrollment of 51 students. The campus currently includes multiple buildings in Union as well as a branch campus in Laurens at 507 N. Harper St.
