Buc Pride

The CSU family enjoys campus traditions throughout the academic year. It’s a Bucs life for us!

Chapel

Since CSU was founded, Wednesdays have meant that campus closes down for an hour while the student body gathers in Lightsey Chapel. The diverse services are a collective time of worship and teaching.

Fried Chicken Wednesdays & Sundae Fridays

Most students agree that Fried Chicken Wednesdays are hands down the most sacred meal of the week at CSU. Sundae toppings on Fridays are a sweet way to kick off the weekend.

Bucky

At sporting events and preview days for potential students, you can find Bucky walking around, cheering on CSU and hanging out with students. Bucky is the epitome of Buccaneer spirit.

Blue Fridays

Walk around campus on a Friday before a home football game and see the student body decked out in CSU Blue to support the team.

"I'm so glad I go to CSU!"

Started by Dr. Nicholas Holland in 2011, this is a song taught to every incoming Buccaneer during freshman orientation. The anthem is sung at every sporting event and big gathering on campus. The original tune is referred to as an African American spiritual.

Brick Walkway by the Pond

If you take a walk around the beautiful Reflection Pond you will see more than 100,000 bricks, many engraved with names of seniors and alumni who walked the path during their time at CSU.

Culturefest

Started in the 1990s, different cultures are showcased every year in the dining hall. The spotlight includes food from featured countries, dancing, singing and other cultural performances.

The Movement

Beginning around 2005, every school year has kicked off with a two-night service full of worship, teaching and fellowship. The gospel is presented, and new students are introduced to ministry opportunities available to them. Pool baptisms follow!

Caroling in the Round

The science building acoustics allow for a beautiful performance of the CSU choir every December for students and the community. It is a tangible embodiment of Christmas spirit and showcases the musical talent of the CSU students.

Homecoming

The morning of Homecoming kicks off with a 5k color run around the beautiful campus. Hours before the big homecoming football game CSU students, clubs and athletes join in a parade around campus escorted with the band.

Spring Formal

The annual formal is held in the Charleston Aquarium where students dance the night away with friends before summer begins.

Buc Fever Fair

With summer right around the corner, students, faculty, staff and alumni enjoy the on-campus fair that has included a Ferris wheel, swings, food trucks and fun. The fair started in 2017 as a treat for students before final exams.

Sweet Sixteen Events

8/23 & 24: The Movement
8/30: Come Cruise with Me
9/7: Buccaneer Express
9/20: Strike Night
9/29: Homecoming Week
10/31: Fall Shenanigans
11/14: OCC Packing Party
12/8: T’was the Night Before Finals

1/15: Polar Bear Plunge
2/2: Souper Bowl of Caring
2/13: Neon Nights
2/24: Unity Week
3/27: Spring Formal
4/8: Holy City Worship
4/18: Buc Fever Fair
4/28: Beach Bash Breakfast

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Next Up

Oct
16

Visit Event: CSU One Day

9:00 am-2:15 pm
Nov
09

Visit Event: First Look

12:00 am-9:00 am

CSU Homecoming

CSU students in the stands of the football stadium cheering with Buccaneers shirts and Go Bucs signs.
Campus Events

Homecoming set for Oct. 5

This year, the Bucs will take on Savannah State at our very own Buccaneer Field. Students, be sure to wear navy blue and pirate gold! Get on your Buc gear and join us for tailgating fun, including our annual parade!

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