October 26, 2023 Dear Trojans, One of the great joys of working at USC is being surrounded every day by faculty and staff who bring amazing talent and dedication to support the university’s mission. We see firsthand the impact you make through your teaching, research, artistic expression, professional practice, and community service. Your investment in…
Author: Jillian Pih
October 10, 2023 Over the past several days, I have been in touch with many members of the Trojan Family who voiced their pain and despair in the wake of the unprecedented terrorist attacks in Israel. We mourn the shocking loss of life. We condemn the terrorist attacks by Hamas and their brutal threats to…
September 14, 2023 Dear Colleagues, It is my pleasure to announce Erik Brink as our new senior vice president, finance and chief financial officer. A highly skilled strategist and leader with a passion for the Trojan Family, Erik has nearly two decades of experience in senior finance roles at USC. Erik graciously agreed to serve in this…
October 16, 2023 I want to welcome our students back from fall break. Even a couple of days off can be restorative. These past few weeks have been incredibly difficult for many members of our community. I hope you found time for yourselves and were able to get some much-needed rest. With classes back in…
August 21, 2023 Dear Trojan Family, I am excited to announce the appointment of Jennifer Cohen as USC’s 10th Director of Athletics and the Charles Griffin Cale Director of Athletics’ Chair. Jen, who will be coming to us after seven years as the AD at the University of Washington and was recognized by Sports Illustrated as one of…
August 17, 2023 Good morning and welcome to the 2023 New Student Convocation at the University of Southern California. This glorious morning we’re welcoming nearly 13,000 determined undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Congratulations! You are a magnificent sight. Start by absorbing all of this, the beauty of our campus and thousands of fellow students all…
August 19, 2021 Good morning and welcome to the University of Southern California’s 2021 Convocation! And a special shout out to all our new Trojans! It’s wonderful to be together, in person, after so long. More than 20,000 students, faculty, staff, and family members are here for this important and special academic celebration to welcome…
June 29, 2023 Today’s decision by the Supreme Court prohibiting holistic, race-conscious admissions practices is very disappointing. USC has long understood that excellence and diversity are inextricably intertwined. We educate innovative, thoughtful students from across the globe, who become leaders in every field. Each of our students, faculty and staff has earned a place here…
June 7, 2023 Dear Trojan Community, It is my pleasure to announce the appointment of Joel Curran as USC’s senior vice president and chief communications officer. Effective July 10, Joel will lead all of USC’s central communications and events functions. A passionate leader and skilled communicator, Joel brings nearly four decades of public relations expertise earned across…
Our Faculty, Students and Alumni: Achievements and Recognitions Across the university, our faculty and students continue to soar across all fields. Faculty are receiving national awards, recognitions and are being inducted into national academies; students are receiving fellowships and scholarships, and our Trojan alums continue to make us proud. We are a powerhouse of talent.…