The Office of Access, Opportunity, and Community Engagement (AOCE) promotes South Carolina resident-students pursuing higher education, while maximizing their existing potential. In particular, AOCE serves various internal and external stakeholders, including, but not limited to: students; USC faculty/staff; K-12; and various business partners; additionally, the office aids prospective and current scholars through the integration of high-impact educational practices into AOCE’s tailored programs and initiatives. AOCE fosters innovative and immersive experiential opportunities that address the needs of in-state students, prioritizing their retention and success.