Now that you’re a Buc…

Campus life at Charleston Southern University provides opportunities for you to get involved, meet new people, develop your leadership skills, try new things, discover your passion, and more. This is your community – the people you go to class with, live with, work, serve, and play with. Find your place in the larger CSU community. #onceaBucalwaysaBuc

  • Download the BucNation App!

The first thing you need to do to get involved is download the free Buc Nation App. It’s a Bucs Life!


  • Read the Student Handbook!

All students are expected to know the information in the Student Handbook. It’s a good idea to take a look through it. 


Do well

We are committed to caring for each student during your time at CSU.
Explore the many resources CSU offers to help you succeed.

Be well


Welcome Week

  • New Student Move-In (More Details to Come)
  • Welcome Week (Orientation)
  • Returning Student Move-in & Welcome Week Activities
  • Day before 1st day of Classes

More info to come!

Aug. 19 Bucky’s Welcome
Aug. 26 – 27 Rock the Boat
Sept. 9 Waterpark Takeover
Sept. 22 Boot, Scoot & Bucky
Oct. 13 Giardinaville
Oct. 28 Buccaneer Colorblast 5K
Nov. 3 Christmas at CSU
Nov. 16 OCC Packing Party
Jan. 12 Strike Night
Jan. 27 Polar Bear Plunge
Feb. 9 Bucky’s Birthday Bash
Feb. 23 Neon Nights Silent Disco
March 15 The CSU Drive In
March 23 The Buccaneer Ball
April 3 The Buc Masters
April 20 Buc Fever Fair

Traditions at CSU include our Sweet 16 events. Make sure you check them out here.


GET PLUGGED IN

It’s a Bucs Life

At CSU, countless ways exist to get plugged-in and involved with Student Life. With 50+ student organizations to choose from, students have a wide array of opportunities to connect. Outside of organizations, all students can attend any Sweet 16 event. There’s a reason these events are so popular!

Students gathered in a circle holding hands and praying in Java City at CSU.

Dining and Recreation

Students eating lunch in Chick-Fil-A Express on campus.

ON CAMPUS OPTIONS

Campus Dining

Our Dining Hall offers a wide variety of options every day.  Or you can opt for Chick-fil-A, Java City, and Buc Stop Grill…

ON CAMPUS OPTIONS

Campus Recreation

Feel at home and enjoy the convenience of an on-campus gym and intramural field…