Applying to USC? Admission Insiders Offer Tips During COVID-19
Get the rundown on what USC’s admission team looks for in future Trojans — and how things have changed during the pandemic.
This world-wise veteran is ready to assist in the ER
After eight years in the Navy, Brian Phan is a well-traveled vet with a knack for photography who plans to put his USC education to use as a physician assistant.
First-gen Trojan aims to serve, whether by mentoring USC students or identifying unknown bodies
Angelina Crittenden is already making a difference through the First Generation Student Leadership Program she helped create. Her long-term plan: becoming a medical examiner.
Air Force veteran dreams of going to space
After graduating from USC Viterbi, astronautical engineering student Edward Proulx hopes to work at NASA and someday explore the final frontier.
Injury puts Navy veteran on path toward medicine
Thanks to his alumnus father, Garrett Wagner was very familiar with the Trojan Family. After suffering a torn ACL on duty, he decided to help others the way his surgeon helped him — starting at USC.
Air Force vet takes his math talents to USC Viterbi
After spending four years keeping some of the world’s biggest planes in the air, first-generation transfer student Matt Mena is climbing toward a computer science degree.
A dual graduation for Army reservist: college and kindergarten
After celebrating academic successes with her daughter during the pandemic, Melissa Hooper is now working her way through USC Marshall’s Master of Business for Veterans program.
College Students, It’s Tough Out There. Here’s What I’m Hearing
Broderick Leaks, a student mental health expert at USC, shares in his own words how to thrive in a time of stress and uncertainty.
Chair of the USC GOP club hones his political ambitions
USC junior Jack Patton thinks L.A. is the ideal place to work towards a career in politics, with the aim of championing bipartisan solutions.
When Physics Students Couldn’t Go to Class, This Professor Mailed Class to Them
Longtime educator Jack Feinberg came up with fun kits to ship to students so they could still do physics experiments at home. It’s in his nature.
Five Ways USC Students are Making the World a Better Place
In a time of great upheaval and need, USC students lead efforts to strengthen and support their communities.
USC Students Thrive in the Heart of L.A’s Art Scene
USC art and design students build creative ties in the midst of L.A.’s Arts District.
How to Heal the College Student’s Soul During Upheaval: Connection
Varun Soni, dean of USC’s Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, describes how the USC community can come together and find contentment in a time of turmoil.
A Fall Semester at USC Like No Other
USC starts the 2020-21 school year with a renewed commitment to learning, student life and well-being as the world grapples with a pandemic.
His Journey to USC Started with a Tough Choice
Ivan Garcia is among the first graduates of USC’s expanded college-prep program, and now he’s a first-year Trojan. But he almost missed his chance.
Smiles, Tears and Pride: Trojans Worldwide Cheer on the Class of 2020
USC graduates, friends and family celebrate at home to Fight On against the coronavirus.
Hands-on Topics Can’t Be Taught Online? Think Again
How do you teach drama without a stage? Jam together as a jazz band online? Dissect a frog without the frog? You get creative.
6 Celebrities Who Guest Starred in a USC Online Class
Check out the famous faces that popped up on USC students’ phone and computer screens during the spring 2020 semester.
Trojan’s Incredible Feat: She Swims 35 Miles Across Open Ocean in Hawaii
Student Becca Mann notches 20 hours, 53 minutes and 37 seconds of pure, glorious, record-setting pain.
Students Built the USC Campus in Minecraft — and It’s Amazing
See virtual versions of Tommy Trojan, Doheny Memorial Library and other USC landmarks.
Our 10 Favorite USC 2020 Admission Tweets
Potential future alumni celebrate their acceptance letters on social media.
USC Student Helps Children with Cancer Build Healing Bonds with Horses
Ryan Melendez has raised more than $500,000 for pediatric cancer through Warrior Horses for Warrior Kids.
In Mexico, USC Students Find Connections to Cities Lost to Time
Each summer, USC archaeology students travel to Mexico and follow in the footsteps of history.
USC Iovine and Young Hall Fosters Disruption By Design
USC Iovine and Young Hall brings together students pursuing a combination of design, technology and business.