Discover USC 2026 Conference

April 24, 2026

Admission Info:

This event is not open to the public.

About

The Discover USC conference is a one day, private event for college students held at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center on April 24, 2026. Sponsored by the Office of the Vice President for Research, Discover USC is an annual showcase of research, scholarship, leadership and creative projects by undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars and medical scholars from the entire USC System, from the Upstate to the Lowcountry.  

Registration for Discover USC 2026 is now open on their website.

Presenters must register by Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Reviewers must register by Friday, March 27, 2026.

If you need assistance with registration, contact Elizabeth Renedo at 803-777-4001 or Renedoe@mailbox.sc.edu.

Event Schedule: The schedule of events for Discover USC can be found here on their website: https://sc.edu/about/signature_events/discover_uofsc/schedule/  

Location: 1101 Lincoln St, Columbia, SC 29201 (Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center).

Plan Your Visit

There are multiple parking options available for this event at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center. Please note that the Convention Center has a no outside food or drink policy.

Located in the heart of the historic Vista entertainment district, the Columbia Convention Center is surrounded by restaurants, shops, and galleries, just below a revitalized Main Street and steps from the region’s scenic riverwalk trails. Find things to do on your trip to Columbia.

If you are planning to stay overnight on your visit, find hotels and restaurants near the Convention Center

Plan Your Visit

When planning your trip to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, explore nearby hotels and restaurants to make your stay comfortable and convenient. Be sure to check directions and parking information so arriving is easy, and discover things to do nearby to enjoy the best of Columbia before or after your event.