Beaufort campus courses - University of South Carolina Beaufort

(CRE201) PAINT PARTY HAPPY HUMMINGBIRD

Join our Happy Hummingbird Paint Party, where Camilla guides all skill levels through fun acrylic techniques to create your own colorful 11x14" hummingbird masterpiece with friends.

Thursday, February 26, 2026, Beaufort campus

(EVENT2) MAH JONGG MADE EASY

Learn to play Mah Jongg or sharpen your skills in these 4 sessions ending with a free play day!

February 18, 2026 to March 13, 2026, Beaufort campus

(MUS205) INTRODUCTION TO THE UKULELE

Come learn and be introduced to the Ukulele. Read and play melodies, chords, finger picking, and various strumming patterns.

January 22, 2026 to February 19, 2026, Beaufort campus

(PHI201) MONTHLY PHILOSOPHY DISCUSSION GROUP

Join this thought-provoking discussion group to explore current issues through philosophical perspectives and deepen your understanding of today's most pressing questions.

January 27, 2026 to March 24, 2026, Beaufort campus

(ART200, ART201) DRAWING BEAUFORT'S STATELY OAKS

Draw 3D oaks using simple shapes and textures. Includes outdoor sketching.

Friday, March 6, 2026, Beaufort campus
Friday, March 6, 2026, Beaufort campus

(ART202) ORIENTAL RUGS, DESIGN AND MORE

Elevate your d�cor with expert insights on oriental rugs from Sharon and Paula. Discover the secrets of color, pattern, and design, plus a curated checklist to transform any space with timeless elegance.

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, Beaufort campus

(ART203, ART204) TRAVEL SKETCHBOOK DRAWING

Explore blind contour drawing through guided sketchbook exercises and outdoor practice with demonstrations and feedback.

Friday, April 3, 2026, Beaufort campus
Friday, April 3, 2026, Beaufort campus

(CINT206) SAFETY ADVICE FOR DAILY LIFE AND TRAVEL FROM A COUNTER TERRORISM

Tips and tricks for anyone interested in staying safe during everyday life and travel, while also maintaining self-awareness-from a counterterrorism professional.

Thursday, March 19, 2026, Beaufort campus

(CRE203) ART JOURNALING

Art journal page made with mixed media techniques.

Thursday, March 5, 2026, Beaufort campus

(CRE205) CRUSHED GLASS SUNCATCHERS: SPRING FLOWERS AND MORE

Create and take home a 12-inch faux stained glass sunflower or fall-themed suncatcher using crushed glass, sea glass, and resin.

Monday, March 23, 2026, Beaufort campus

(CUL201) CHINESE NEW YEAR GUIDED TEA TASTING

Celebrate Chinese New Year with a guided tea tasting that explores traditional flavors and cultural stories.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Beaufort campus

(ECO201) SAVING THE SHOREBIRDS OF COASTAL CAROLINA

Learn to identify South Carolina's shorebirds and discover how you can help protect these declining species. Explore their habitats, survival needs, and why Hunting Island is a globally important birding site.

Monday, April 6, 2026, Beaufort campus

(ECO209) COWS, CROPS, AND CASH BUGS

Explore how non-native species and diverse communities shaped Lowcountry farming and its legacy.

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Beaufort campus

(EVENT6) INTERMEDIATE MAH JONGG AND STRATEGY

Sharpen your Mah Jongg skills in this 3-session intermediate class, where you'll refine the rules and explore new strategies to boost your confidence and gameplay.

April 7-21, 2026, Beaufort campus

(GAR200) PRUNING BASICS

Pruning is one of the most basic elements of landscaping when done correctly. Choosing the right plant for the right place can save you time and money. Learn when and how to prune properly.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(GAR201) PERENNIALS FOR POLLINATORS

This presentation explores the importance of using native plants to support wildlife, biodiversity and sustainable landscapes.

Friday, March 20, 2026, Beaufort campus

(HIS206) BEAUFORT DISTRICT IN THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION-THE FIRST SHOTS

Some of the earliest incidents of armed resistance in the Revolutionary War, and the war in South Carolina, occurred in the Beaufort District. This presentation focuses on the most notable events in the beginning of the Revolution in this area.

Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Beaufort campus
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, Live on Zoom

(HIS219) IN THEIR OWN WORDS - A HISTORY OF THE 1ST SC VOLUNTEERS OF AFRICAN DESCENT

Discover the story of the first Black Union regiment, the 1st South Carolina Volunteers, through voices like Susie King Taylor and Col. Higginson.

This course is not open for registrations.
Registration opens on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

(HIS224) THE HISTORY OF LATIN AMERICAN BASEBALL PLAYERS IN THE MAJOR LEAGUES

Discover the legacy and impact of Latin American players in Major League Baseball and their cultural ties to the sport.

March 3-5, 2026, Beaufort campus

(HIS225) WATERGATE: THE POLITICAL SCANDAL THAT BROUGHT DOWN A PRESIDENT

Watergate still shapes American politics. This course explores its impact and lasting relevance.

Thursday, April 2, 2026, Beaufort campus
Thursday, April 2, 2026, Live on Zoom

(HIS228) FIRESTORM OVER DARMSTADT

Date change from the printed guide: New date is May 7, 2026. Learn about the 1944 RAF bombing of Darmstadt, one of WWII's major firestorms, and its lasting impact on Germany and England.

Thursday, May 7, 2026, Beaufort campus

(HIS230) THE SEVEN YEARS' WAR - BEGINNING OF AMERICAN HISTORY

The Seven Years' War answered a fundamental question: "Shall France remain a North American power or not?" Its outcome marked the beginning of American history. This presentation will explore Francis Parkman's thesis and, through his lens, examine the war's broader significance.

Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Beaufort campus
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, Live on Zoom

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