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.
4-time Trojan changes the lives of older adults
COMMENCEMENT 2022: From humble beginnings in El Salvador to Los Angeles County leader, Laura Trejo has earned a USC bachelor‘s degree, two USC master’s degrees and now a Doctorate of Social Work.
Marine Corps veteran and new USC graduate helps convert shipping containers into housing
COMMENCEMENT 2022: J.D. Barba spent five years as an active-duty Marine. His new mission: building modular housing in the Crenshaw District for homeless people.
USC Annenberg commencement banner bearer abides as a voice for people who use wheelchairs
COMMENCEMENT 2022: “When I first met Dean Willow Bay, she said to me, ‘I can’t wait to see what you do here,’” Reo Sorensen says.
This biomedical engineer is scaling new heights – literally
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Class of 2022 graduate Emily Powis balances her 3D ultrasound research with death-defying climbing and bouldering adventures.
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.
Parents, as they often do, create the foundation of USC student’s success
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Jacqueline Martinez will receive bachelor’s and master’s degrees on Friday, thanks to her mom and dad’s loving support.
How turbulent times have shaped the USC Class of 2022
COMMENCEMENT 2022: COVID-19, a racial reckoning, the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes and anti-LGBTQ+ laws created a challenging climate for these students’ academic journeys.
A physics major built a car that goes from 0 to 60 mph in 3 seconds; up next: Harvard Law School
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Jonathan Laifman’s passion for cars remained a constant while he decided on a career path, an explorative journey that led him to study both physics and law.
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.
Graduating senior Bryan Huang feels a moral imperative to help those in need
COMMENCEMENT 2022: A spirit for volunteering and an attentive ear serve the Trojan well, whether its as president of USC Code the Change or through social entrepreneurship.
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.”
Graduating anthropology major discovers a deeper sense of self and purpose
COMMENCEMENT 2022: Encounters with key faculty members helped Hameedha Khan overcome the uncertainty that marked her initial days at USC.
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.
4 years later: Graduating senior Leily Zhu talks about gaining a global perspective
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The business major from Omaha, Neb., and soon-to-be USC alumna answers some questions on her last four years.
4 years later: Graduating senior Meg Schwartz looks back at the ‘happy bubble’
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The communications major reflects on her student experience, how she’s changed and what’s next.
Author and peace advocate Maya Soetoro-Ng chosen as USC baccalaureate speaker
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The educator and leader aims to bring a message of peace and strength in the pursuit of justice and healthy communities.
Rachel Scott headlines USC Annenberg’s 2022 commencement ceremony
COMMENCEMENT 2022: The ABC News correspondent and USC Annenberg alumna will deliver the keynote address.