As the news unfolded over the weekend, our community of Trojans – here and across the world – united in grief and shock over the shootings in Monterey Park. This terrible act shattered a day of celebration and joy – the Lunar New Year – a time when millions of people rejoice in their hopes for the new year ahead. Our hearts go out to the families, friends, and communities of those who were lost and injured….
Join us as USC celebrates Juneteenth in an event reflecting on and recommitting to the struggle for racial justice, as we honor the intellectual, political and cultural contributions of Black Americans with poetry, music, and dance……..
USC Office of the President Dear members of the USC community, Like so many around the world, I was heartbroken by the tragic events in Atlanta that took eight innocent lives, six of them Asian women. It’s saddening and deeply upsetting that these attacks – which appear to be rooted in a mix of racial,…
USC Office of the President Dear Trojan students and families, Commencement is one of the most cherished ceremonies in a student’s academic life. It’s the single time when we come together as a community to celebrate years of hard work by our graduates. Unfortunately, COVID-19 kept USC and most other universities from offering in-person ceremonies…
August 14, 2020 Dear Trojan Community, I write to share USC’s new Policy on Prohibited Discrimination, Harassment, and Retaliation , which is effective immediately. The Policy incorporates the required Title IX regulations, as well as a University-wide approach to preventing and responding to discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected characteristics, retaliation, and specific forms…
Nothing is more important than our health and well-being. We want our students to thrive inside and outside the classroom physically, mentally, and emotionally. New and expanded initiatives and resources enhance wellness for our entire community: Our campuses have been configured for safe pedestrian traffic flow, with signs prominently displayed giving guidance on safety, social distancing,…
For the most current news about USC plans regarding COVID-19, please visit the University’s update page. You can connect with your degree’s program office and your academic advisors for guidance on academic plans and available resources. I know that the situation creates uncertainty, and I want you to know that your student services team is here to…
We want to update the campus community on the Wuhan Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV) that is causing an outbreak of respiratory illness first identified in Wuhan City in China….