February 8, 2024 Dear Trojan community, There are times in the life of a university when a vision and an opportunity align to become a powerful force to serve the public good. Our longtime trustee Leonard D. Schaeffer and his late wife, Pamela, have given USC that opportunity with a transformational $59 million gift to…
Author: Lisa Sylvester
August 18, 2023 President Folt welcomes back the USC community ahead of a new semester and an exciting year.
Thriving in the Diversity of the Trojan Family USC’s many affinity groups offer communities of welcoming and belonging and further our continuing efforts on diversity, equity and inclusion. They offer spaces where there’s always a friend. Many of those affinity groups took advantage of nationally recognized heritage months during the spring to share their unique…
New Faces, New Roles This spring semester saw the leadership team of USC evolve to meet this pivotal moment for both USC and the wider higher education community. Some of these leaders were new to USC: The USC Thornton School of Music welcomed Jason King as its new dean, while University Advancement added Scott Rabenold…
March 30, 2023 Dear USC Community, It is our great pleasure to announce the appointment of Monique S. Allard, Ed.D. as vice president for student life, effective April 1, 2023. Dr. Allard steps into her permanent role with more than 25 years of experience in student affairs, social work, counseling, and advising. Her background extends across all…
January 23, 2022 Dear Trojan Family, As the news unfolded over the weekend, our community of Trojans – here and across the world – united in grief and shock over the shootings in Monterey Park. This terrible act shattered a day of celebration and joy – the Lunar New Year – a time when billions…
January 18, 2023 Dear Trojan Community, I’m writing to share some wonderful news: we are naming the landmark athletic field located at Katherine B. Loker Track Stadium after one of our most illustrious Trojans – Allyson Felix (USC Rossier Class of ’08, Hon. Doctor of Humane Letters ’22). Allyson represents the Trojan spirit so beautifully…
January 6, 2023 Good morning, everyone. And welcome to the University of Southern California’s New Student Convocation 2023. You are a gorgeous sight – all decked out in your academic regalia. These robes aren’t just festive – they are part of a grand tradition, linking students and faculty since the Middle Ages. Even in these…