2025 Annual Security & Fire Safety Report Notice of Availability

The safety of our students, faculty, and staff is central to providing a university environment where we can all thrive. Today, the USC Department of Public Safety posted the 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.

International Day of Democracy at USC

As we celebrate this International Day of Democracy at USC, I call on our community to reflect on the values that sustain both our democracy and our university — open dialogue, mutual respect, and freedom of expression. In the video above, our deans (plus one guest) share some thoughts on what democracy means to them.

USC Celebrates Green Week

At USC, we understand our future is shaped by the sustainable choices and actions we make today. That’s why we’re working to foster a socially, environmentally, and economically responsible university to achieve our ambitious Assignment: Earth goals. 

Fall 2025 Mindful USC

As we begin a new academic year, the Provost’s Office is pleased to invite you to join Mindful USC—a program dedicated to supporting the well-being, resilience, and growth of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni.

USC Student Handbook and University Policies

The beginning of every academic year is filled with excitement over new connections, community building, and setting intentions for your well-being and success for the year to come.

Fall Semester Welcome from Interim President Kim

Welcome to a new academic year, Trojans! I hope you’ll take a moment to watch this message as we start the fall semester with excitement and purpose.

Update on Access Protocols for USC’s University Park Campus

I’m writing to update you about new security protocols that will permit more convenient entry to our University Park Campus by students, faculty, staff, and community members, effective today.

Update from the USC Presidential Search Committee

On behalf of the Presidential Search Committee, we are thrilled to share the presidential search brochure and position summary that resulted from your feedback over the spring and early summer.

Supporting Trojan Research Excellence

Research is fundamental to USC’s mission. Our researchers are developing groundbreaking treatments for diseases such as Alzheimer’s, blindness, and cancer; generating innovative technologies that improve lives; and expanding the frontiers of human knowledge and understanding.

Welcoming Interim President Beong-Soo Kim

It is with great appreciation and trust that we extend a warm welcome to Beong-Soo Kim, who will serve as our president on an interim basis beginning today.