1. The University of South Carolina “Dedicated to enhancement of the quality of life for all citizens, the University of South Carolina is a premier flagship university system, nationally and internationally recognized for excellence and leadership”

2. The University of South Carolina Over 41,000 students from every corner of the state…

3. Carolina Quality and Value Dual top rankings from the Carnegie Foundation: Research activity and community outreach #1 - Undergraduate international business (USN&WR) #1 - World’s top 100 business schools for International Business Experience (Financial Times of London) #2 - International MBA program (USN&WR) Top 10 - Nation’s “Most Promising and Innovative Schools” (USN&WR) “Green” score of 95 out of 99 (Princeton Review’s annual Green Rating) University 101 program among best in nation for first-year experience (USN&WR Programs to Look For) Record $210 million in research funds, an increase of about $100 million since 2002 Record private giving in 08-09 Carolina and its alumni annually contribute $4 billion to SC’s economy

4. USC Aiken ranked #1 and USC Upstate ranked #4 Public baccalaureate colleges in the South (USN&WR) USC Salkehatchie: Generated over $1 million in grant funding and over $600,000 in private support Carolina Quality, continued

5. But doing well isn’t enough …we need to do more Fall 2009: Record number of undergraduate applications Record growth at several USC campuses, e.g., USC Lancaster Undergraduate tuition increase of 3.6%, lowest in 8 years Better articulation within the USC System Better “bridging” programs with technical and other public colleges Fall 2009: Gamecock Guarantee enhanced to include an award of at least $2,500 to eligible students, along with a tuition guarantee Additional need based scholarships from Gamecock athletics

6. Inclusive and extensive planning: Teaching & Learning Research, Scholarship, & Creative Achievement Service Excellence Quality of Life in the University Community Recognition & Visibility

7. An action plan and investment strategy Stimulus funding: – Avoid recurring commitments – Advance best/most demanded programs – One time facility/infrastructure needs – Selected restoration of activities previously cut

8. Financial Environment

9. Goal 1:Making South Carolina one of the most educated states Goal 2:Increasing research and innovation in South Carolina Goal 3:Increasing workforce training and educational services for South Carolina Goal 4: Realizing South Carolina’s potential - Resources and Effectiveness USC embraces ALL of the goals CHE Higher Education Study Committee March 2009

10. Funding Priorities Restore base funding to preserve core mission Faculty and staff compensation Bond Bill for Facilities/Infrastructure Streamlining of capital planning and HR processes Endowed chairs funding Statewide virtual library LightRail