USC’s Neighborhood Academic Initiative comes back to campus in style
The university’s signature college prep program celebrates its graduates in person for the first time since 2019.
Isaiah Jewett, Olympic runner and double Trojan, addresses USC Bovard College graduating class
COMMENCEMENT 2022: For the USC master’s graduate, coming in last place at the Olympics is not a failure, but a point of pride.
Family’s shared determination creates a path to USC
Ricky Ramiro Jr. — a new graduate of USC’s signature college prep program, the Leslie and William McMorrow Neighborhood Academic Initiative — says his parents’ hard work and sacrifices helped him become a Trojan.
For graduate Elyse Pollack, there’s nothing better than being a Trojan
COMMENCEMENT 2022: From playing on USC’s world-famous marching band to mentorship for USC’s female engineers, the USC Viterbi graduating senior thrives on Trojan spirit and family.
USC School of Dramatic Arts 2022 grads recognized for their creativity and accomplishment
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Graduating students celebrate commencement with keynote addresses from artists BD Wong and Charlayne Woodard.
For these Trojans, commencement is a family affair
COMMENCEMENT 2022: USC alumni return to their alma mater to watch their children receive degrees of their own.
Adam Karelin: ‘May we all find the strength to face evil with light’
COMMENCEMENT 2022: USC’s valedictorian speaks for a resilient Class of 2022, and shares a poignant message on the war in Ukraine.
Carol L. Folt: ‘Challenges, and how you face them, are essential parts of who you are’
COMMENCEMENT 2022: USC’s president shares a message of hope and encouragement with the university’s newest graduates.
Allyson Felix: ‘Your voice has power, and you have to use your voice — even if it shakes’
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The USC Rossier alum — winner of seven Olympic gold medals and the most decorated U.S. track and field athlete in history — shares words of wisdom with USC’s Class of 2022.
A return to normal and a proper sendoff: Class of 2022 is urged to live ‘a life of purpose’
COMMENCEMENT 2022: A class tempered by the uncertainty of COVID-19 crosses a finish line during USC’s 139th commencement ceremony — where a new passage awaits. Share in the festivities and see some of our favorite photos of the day.
5 ways USC commencement is cleaner and greener
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The goal for commencement ceremony venues is to be zero-waste — or as close to zero-waste as possible.
How one Trojan paid it forward all along the path to her USC degree
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Alyssa Young found support from USC’s Neighborhood Academic Initiative and the Norman Topping Student Aid Fund. She, in turn, helped others find their way.
Valedictorian Adam Karelin brings his global perspective to the music world
COMMENCEMENT 2022: His USC resume includes an interrupted overseas semester and a unique performance with the pandemic as its backdrop.
USC Viterbi Dean Yannis Yortsos receives top award for engineering education
The dean is presented with the National Academy of Engineering’s Gordon Prize — the nation’s most celebrated for engineering education — for his role in co-creating the Grand Challenge Scholars Program.
Salutatorian Shreya Daniel looks to do it all after graduation
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Medical school is next for the USC Dornsife soon-to-be graduate, along with a side hustle that has so far raised nearly $15,000 for charity.
USC Marshall doctoral student looks at the intersection of politics, startups and corporate activism
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Hooding ceremony is bittersweet for Maurice J. Murphy, who wishes his mentor had lived to see what he’s accomplished.
Salutatorian Andrew Binder continues acts of service beyond USC
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The graduating senior is taking his USC Dornsife degree in philosophy, politics and law and heading into the Marines.
Graduating senior Divya Jeyasingh: ‘The Trojan Family is very real’
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The Portland, Ore., native looks back on four years, two degrees and countless memorable experiences with the USC Helenes, Swim With Mike and other groups.
4 years later: Graduating senior Nadia Filanovsky expanded her horizons — and got her driver’s license
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The native New Yorker may be heading back home after commencement, but L.A. and USC have a special place in her heart.
4 years later: Graduating senior Lauren Gilmour speaks to how USC widened her perspective
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Deepening her knowledge on the most pressing issues today and making solid connections over the past four years enabled Gilmour to better understand herself — and the world.
4 years later: Graduating senior Anthony Llamas shares his wisdom on failure and success
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The soon-to-be-graduate also had some advice for other first-generation students like himself on navigating life’s ups and downs: “You’ll never be alone.”
USC commencement 2022: What you need to know if you’ll be attending
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Thousands will descend on the University Park Campus for the university’s 139th commencement on May 13 — so you’ll want to plan accordingly.
4 years later: Graduating senior Neysa Sanghavi reflects on the impact of her volunteer work
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Service has been at the heart of the USC experience for Sanghavi, who next week will receive degrees in human biology and in pharmacology and drug development.
New Unchained Scholars leaders look to carry on their predecessor’s message of hope
They weren’t seeking leadership roles, but Tangela “Tangie” Griffin and Myra Waters stepped up when the president of the group — which supports formerly incarcerated master’s and doctoral social work students — died unexpectedly.