From the first simple wood-frame structure built in 1880 (and still standing) to the new, elegant, and energy-efficient Ronald Tutor Campus Center, the University of Southern California’s built environment sets the tone for its academic mission. The University Park campus in particular enjoys a special richness in
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Fountains & Flourishes
of the university of southern california
landscape and architecture. Fountains and Flourishes of USC highlights not only USC’s bountiful array of fountains, but also its many beautiful architectural details—some of which might be easy to miss without pausing to take a closer look. All together, USC’s buildings and grounds convey the impression of steadfastness and stateliness, of energetic inquiry and discovery, of connection and community— qualities that are the heart of the university’s purpose. The photographs themselves, as well as the index and map at the end of the book, invite you to seek out these treasures, and to pause, linger, truly see, and appreciate the beauty of USC.