Best of Carolina
Best Concert Venue: Colonial Life Arena
Located just off campus near Greek Village and 650 Lincoln apartment complex, Colonial Life is the perfect place to see your favorite artists live.
Best Movie Theater: AMC Theatres
Just last year, movie theaters across the country began temporarily shutting down due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, AMC Theatres have made it possible to watch your favorite anticipated movies while staying safe.
Best Sports Bar: The Loose Cockaboose (TLC)
Located right down the street from Williams-Brice Stadium, TLC Sports Bar & Grill (also known as The Loose Cockaboose) has been voted as the best sports bar in Columbia.
Best Sports Venue: Williams Brice Stadium
Regardless of whether it’s your first or 100th time walking into the Williams-Brice Stadium for a Carolina football game, there are no words to accurately describe the joyous sensation Willy-B holds.
Best Study Spot: Thomas Cooper Library
Whether you want complete silence or a little background noise, you will be able to find the perfect study spot on one of Thomas Cooper Library's many floors — making it the perfect study spot!
Best On-Campus Residence Hall: Patterson Hall
From its location, to its amenities, to its sense of community, you won’t regret listing Patterson as your top-choice residence hall.
Best Professional Fraternity: Alpha Kappa Psi
Professional fraternities provide opportunities for professional development, academic growth and networking for students of all majors. This year, the Beta Upsilon chapter of Alpha Kappa Psi fraternity was voted as the best professional fraternity at UofSC.
Best Fraternity: Kappa Sigma
With Kappa Sigma’s dedication to charity and commitment to cultivating successful men, it’s not hard to see why they were voted the Best Fraternity here at UofSC!
Best Five Points Bar: The Moosehead Saloon
Regardless of whether you’re looking to test your skills on the bull, dance to country music or enjoy drinks with friends, Moosehead Saloon is the place to go in Five Points!
Best Off-Campus Living: The Hub at Columbia
One hot-ticket lease is at the Hub at Columbia because of its central location in the heart of Columbia and its plethora of amenities.
Best Delivery: Insomnia Cookies
Insomnia Cookies, located in the center of Five Points, is the perfect late-night snack and can be delivered right to your door or dorm parking lot!
Best Sorority: Alpha Chi Omega
Alpha Chi Omega was founded in 1885 at DePauw University. A century later, in 1988, Alpha Chi Omega’s Theta Upsilon Chapter was founded here at UofSC. This sorority encourages members to “Seek the Heights” while emphasizing the importance of being “Real. Strong. Women.”
Best On-Campus Eats: Colloquium Cafe
If you’re looking for on-campus dining with plenty of options and the choice to customize your meal — Colloquium Café is the perfect choice!
Best On-Campus Eats: Chick-Fil-A
It’s really no surprise that Chick-fil-A has been voted as the best on-campus eats at the University of South Carolina. You really can’t go wrong with chicken nuggets, crispy waffle fries, and a refreshing lemonade or sweet tea ... right?
Best Student Organization: Dance Marathon
Dance Marathon has been voted as the best student organization at the University of South Carolina for six years in a row! UofSC’s Dance Marathon is a student-run philanthropy organization focused on raising funds and awareness for the Child Life Program at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital.
Editor's Picks
Best Auto Repair: Broad River Auto Repair
Best Late Night Eats: Eddie's Calzones
Best Lunch: Big Bull's Bangin' BBQ
Best Consignment Shop: Sid & Nancy
Best Clothing Store: Messie's Closet
Best Soda City Vendor: Mary's Arepas
Best Local Musician: Mia Green
Best Place for Fresh Air: The Cayce/West Columbia Riverwalk
Best On-Campus Eats: Colloquium Cafe