At a Glance
- Expansive views of the USC campus
- Customizable audio and visual options
- Exclusive Elevator access to the 17th floor
Venue Gallery
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Venue Gallery
A place to imagine your event.
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Venue Overview
Get a feel for how your event can be laid out.
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Wedding Inspiration
See what our wedding specialists envision for your wedding or event.
Cost to Rent
| Group Type | Half Day (up to 7 hours) | Whole Day (7+ hours) |
|---|---|---|
| Student Groups | $200 | $325 |
| University Office or Department | $250 | $425 |
| Sponsored by a University Department | $300 | $575 |
| Off-Campus (not sponsored by a University group) | $400 | $675 |
Fee Details
Your rental fee includes cleaning and setup.
Features & Amenities
| Type | Number of Guests |
|---|---|
| Banquet Seating | 70 Guests |
| Conference Room | 30 Guests |
| Classroom Seating | 45 Guests |
| Lecture Seating | 70 Guests |
*Rehearsal Dinner/Reception seating can be customized per wedding party. Please contact [email protected]
House Sound: Yes
Screen: Yes (3 TV Monitors)
Projector: No
Computer: No
| Item | University Affiliated Groups (Student, Department, Sponsored by a Department) | Non-University Groups |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Hand Held Microphone Available in Campus and Carolina Room |
$35 | $35 |
| Wireless Lapel Microphone Available in Campus and Carolina Room |
$35 | $35 |
| Polycom Teleconferencing | $50 | $50 |
| Smart Lectern Available in Campus Room only |
$75 | $75 |
| Laser Pointer/Presenter | $15 | $15 |
| Power Cords/Strips | $5 | $5 |
| Rental Type | Student Groups | University Departments | Sponsored by a University Department |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tables (skirted) (each, per day) | $15 | $15 | $15 |
| Table Linens (each, per day) | $7 | $7 | $7 |
- Reservations are tentative until confirmed by the Conference Center.
- No candles or open flames are permitted in the Carolina Room.
- No dancing is allowed on the carpet of the Carolina Room. Portable dance floors are available through the Conference Center.
- No tape, pins or sticky materials maybe placed on the walls, windows or ceilings of the Carolina Room. The Conference Center can assist with signage needs.
- No glitter or confetti allowed in the venue space.
- Event times are bases on 7-hour time slots and billing cannot exceed two 7-hour time slots in any one day.
- Food and beverage for the Carolina Room must be contracted through Horseshoe Catering.
- Cancellations prior to one week of your event are no charge.
- No shows will be charged the full rental amount.
- University Student groups without a fund and department number must provide payment in the form of a check 3 business days prior to the event or your event/reservation will be cancelled.
Request Information
To speak with one of our event specialist and begin planning your next meeting or event, contact The Conference Center at the University of South Carolina at 803-777-6636.