Before the Metro E Line Cruised Past USC, There Was the Santa Monica Air Line
The Air Line closed in 1953 — a half-century before Metro rail lines revived regional interest in public transit.
Martin Luther King Jr.’s Moments and Mission in Los Angeles
The civil rights leader visited USC and its surrounding neighborhoods throughout the late ’50s and ’60s in his quest to improve the lives of Black Americans.
Where Trojans Go to Pray, Meditate and Reflect: The Little Chapel of Silence
In this busy world, you can find quiet moments of comfort at this timeless USC spot (yes, even remotely).
In the History of USC-UCLA Pranks, This One Delivered and Made News
In 1958, a crew of Trojans devised a bold plan to embarrass their crosstown rivals. Could they pull it off?
The USC-UCLA Rivalry: What You Need to Know
How do these two fierce competitors really match up when it comes to sports, marching bands, school spirit and academics?
Take a Trip Through 100 Years of USC Alumni Newsmakers
As USC Trojan Family Magazine turns into a semiannual publication, go on a journey into its century-long past.
140 years old, and still fighting on
From a modest start, the university marks its 140th birthday as one of the nation’s leading research institutions.
History of USC shows a university that’s been fighting on since 1880
USC’s alumni, faculty, students and staff have displayed courage, resilience and Trojan spirit over the past 140 years.
The Football Player Born on Campus
The late Manuel De Leon, a celebrated painter, Trojan lineman and lifelong USC supporter, grew up in a small home near where Heritage Hall stands today.
When Cars Cruised Down Trousdale
With servicemen streaming to campus after World War II, an explosion in enrollment would change the university.
When the USC Gould School of Law Called Downtown L.A. Home
USC students of a century ago pursued law right in the middle of the legal scene: downtown Los Angeles’ hotbed of courthouses.
For Generations of Trojans, Research Started Here
Countless scholarly projects got their start in Doheny Memorial Library’s card catalog room. Today, the library remains at the heart of the university’s research community.
USC’s 1990 Rose Bowl: A Look Back at an Unbelievable Season
It’s the 30-year anniversary of “The Drive.” The win in Pasadena capped off a campaign that got off to a grim start.
Relive Legendary Moments in Trojan Marching Band History
Take a trip back in time with ”Hollywood’s Band,” one of the most recognizable musical forces in college athletics.
A Homecoming in Tune with the ‘Roaring Twenties’
Trojans decorated horse-drawn buggies and later, automobiles, to welcome alumni to campus.
New to the family? Students and alumni offer a crash course in Trojan life
From the best food and hangout spots to game day traditions, this overview of campus life will help incoming freshmen become USC experts.
From Love Ins to Single-sex Dorms, USC Student Life Has Come a Long Way Since ’69
USC has changed in the 50 years since man first walked on the moon. Take a look back at the student experience in the Age of Aquarius.
Celebrate Nine Decades of Cinematic Arts History
As the school hits 90, it’s about much more than movies.
USC Commencement Through History: An Updated Yet Timeless Tradition
The rite of passage remains one of the milestones for the Trojan Family.
The USC Student Union, From Clubhouse to Historic Monument
It’s been a hotspot for student life for more than a century. But you might not know the history behind this campus crossroads.
Landmark L.A. Architecture Firm AC Martin Builds on Its Trojan Roots
Meet USC School of Architecture alumni who have quietly transformed the landscape of Southern California.
🎧 A walk into history: Archaeologist and old photos offer glimpse into USC’s historical past
The USC University Park Campus has a fascinating history: For one, it wasn’t always a campus. Listen in as USC archaeologist Ken Seligson takes USC News’ Joanna Clay on a walk into history.
The Stained Glass That’s So USC
The shimmering glass panels adorn areas of contemplation, wisdom and worship.
From Wartime to Fake News, 100 Years in USC Student Life
News from USC a century ago shines a spotlight on the USC student experience.