The girl in the prophetic T-shirt
Commencement comes full circle for a South LA student who once wore a childhood shirt reading ‘I’m going to college at USC.’
Seniors, what’s the word?
We asked graduating seniors to describe how they’re feeling in a single word. Their replies will leave you laughing, proud and inspired.
Getting ready for commencement — rain or shine
Forecast calls for wet weather during Friday’s outdoor ceremonies. Here’s what you need to know.
Valedictorian Alexander Yuen fulfills a sense of duty
More at ease with a microscope than a microphone, the double-major sets his sights on medicine.
Salutatorian Carrie Moore recalls a journey of self-discovery
In four years at USC, the creative writing major welcomed the chance to reinvent herself.
Helping teachers understand pupils with brain disorders
Artist Joshua Ramirez confronted his own mental illness; now he teaches educators about the issue.
Finance executive Mellody Hobson named as USC commencement speaker
Honorary degrees at 132nd ceremony will go to football coach Pete Carroll, Attorney General Kamala Harris, health policy expert Leonard D. Schaeffer, conductor Michael Tilson Thomas and Nobel Prize-winning chemist Ada Yonath.
Class of 2014 graduates reveal secrets to success
Trojans recall their most cherished memories on campus and around the world.
Commencement speakers share wisdom, insight and humor
Watch inspiring talks from speakers including Marc Benioff, Elon Musk, Steve Ballmer and Jim Gianopulos.
Students earn fruits of hard work at commencement: diplomas in droves
More than 15,700 diplomas and certificates awarded.
Wall of Scholars honors 2014’s stellar students
Dozens of students recognized for academic achievement at Leavey Library.
Rainn Wilson delivers keynote speech for 2014 Baccalaureate ceremony
The actor, comedian and Bahá’í follower offered a message of gratitude and introspection, along with moments of humor.
Commencement speaker Marc Benioff urges grads to ‘do something for others’
Alumnus addresses thousands of members of the Trojan Family celebrating the Class of 2014.
Three USC Dornsife undergraduates who are ready to make their mark
On May 16, USC Dornsife awarded bachelor’s degrees to more than 1,900 students. Meet three who are poised for the future.
USC football player shares inspiring words at Student Athlete Graduation
The USC Trojan football tailback talks about the pride of sacrificing for his family.
Job prospects looking rosier for 2014 grads after commencement
Employers plan to hire nearly 9 percent more freshly minted alumni this year than they did last year.
USC Dornsife PhD students share their setbacks and successes
This year, doctoral degrees were issued to 203 graduates—including two inspiring students who found their own paths.
Meet USC’s 2014 valedictorian and salutatorians
With activities ranging from teaching in Thailand to volunteering at Troy Camp, these top Trojans will inspire you.
Graduating? USC leaders and mentors share some words of wisdom
From a historian and best-selling author to an Olympic gold medalist and coach, USC’s faculty and staff have a few choice lessons from experience for graduating seniors.
Wall of Scholars honorees etched into USC history
A ceremony in Leavey Library on May 10 honored more than 60 exceptional students whose names soon will be etched in glass on the Wall of Scholars.
Trojans urged to face the future with passion and courage
At USC’s 129th Commencement ceremony on May 11, acclaimed journalist Christiane Amanpour told graduates that while times may be tough, their education has prepared them to face the challenge and thrive.
One step closer
More or less dragged by his wife, Krishna Narayanamurti dutifully placed a foot on a step that led up a mountain to the Tirumala Temple in India. He looked at the number on the step: 100. Only 3,900 more to go.
Surf’s up
Mariah Gill and her two sisters were infants the first time their father took them surfing. Living in Southern California for the past four years, the 21-year-old USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences senior has made surfing into a regular activity.
Going places
Emir Estrada opened an envelope she had just picked up from her campus mailbox. The return address said the University of Connecticut.