The University of South Carolina created the University 101 classes to help make the transition to college life as smooth as possible for first-year students. You will learn a lot of useful skills for acclimating to your new life and, with special sections taught in the Maxcy College Classroom, you'll have an unmatched opportunity to meet other first-gen students.
University 101 Fall 2026 Sections
We offer two sections of University 101 classes this fall that are specifically designed to help students who identify as first-generation make a successful transition to higher education.
Section 188
Instructor: Sergio Echeverry-Ruiz
Monday and Wednesday
2:20-3:35 p.m.
Course Registration Number (CRN): 13496
Section 189
Instructor: Amanda Therrell
Tuesday and Thursday
11:40 a.m.-12:55p.m.
Course Registration Number (CRN): 11520
Why it matters: Transitioning to campus life is crucial to finding success in college. This unique U101 class will connect students to the resources available for them.
20% of the University of South Carolina’s undergraduate students identify as first-gen.
What’s Next: Let your academic advisor know you are interested in one of these sections during your advisement appointment.