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SCampus Student Guidebook

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SCampus Student Guidebook

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Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Inside Planning Calendars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Your Class Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Two-year Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Events Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Trojans Care for Trojans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Veteran Affairs Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Voter Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Center for Women and Men . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Campus Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Academic Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

University Park Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Health Sciences Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 North University Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Access List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 USC Bus Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Academic Advisement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Academic Support Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Center for Engineering Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Examinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Honor Societies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 The Language Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 USC McNair Scholars Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 4 Overseas Study Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Scholarships and Fellowships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Student-Athlete Academic Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Writing Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

SCampus, the guidebook for USC students, is published by the Division of Student Affairs, Office of University Publications, (213) 740-2200, univpub@usc.edu.

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Computing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Employment and Internships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Health Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Orientation Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Registering for Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Student ID Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Tours, Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Tuition and Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 University Philosophy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Asian Pacific American Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . 32 USC Bookstores . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Career Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 6 Check Cashing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Child Care Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Commuter Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 USC Credit Union . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 El Centro Chicano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development. . . . . . . . . . 41 Health Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 International Student Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards . . . . . . . 45 USCLead (Leadership, Education and Development) . . . . . . 45 Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) Resource Center . . 45 Lost and Found . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 SC Navigator/One-Stop Problem Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Postal Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Residential Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Religious Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Student Advocacy Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Student Affairs Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Student Education Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Ticket Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Transfer and Veteran Student Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Information Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Computing Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Student Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Student Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 University Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Student Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Activities, Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Arts at USC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Student Governance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Tommyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Trojan Marching Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Visions and Voices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Volunteer and Service-learning Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . 100

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 03 Campus Cruiser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Earthquake Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Emergency Phone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104-105 Emergency Safety Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105 Public Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Safety Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Exploring Los Angeles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 LOCAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 RIDING THE RAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Culver City Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 La Cienega Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Crenshaw Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Pico Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 7th Street Metro Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Pershing Square Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Civic Center Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Vermont/Santa Monica Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Vermont/Sunset Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Hollywood/Vine Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119 Hollywood/Highland Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120

FURTHER AFIELD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Airports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Arts and Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Cultural Los Angeles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Dining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128 Sporting Event Venues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Sports and Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 State Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Visitor Information Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

Student Release Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Trojan Spirit Code Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Student Organization Logo Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176 Sales and Fundraising Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177 Bicycle Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178 Motorized Scooter and Motorcycle Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180 Usage Policy for Roller Skates, Rollerblades, Scooters, Skateboards and Other Coasting Devices . . . . . . . . . . . 180

Telephone Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Yellow Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219

University Governance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

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University Governance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 Policy Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136 University Student Conduct Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 138 – Summary of Student Conduct Code Review Process . . . . 139 – Behavior Violating University Standards and Appropriate Sanctions 11.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 40 – Conduct Review System 12.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 – Nonacademic Violations Review Process 13.00 . . . . . . . . 147 – Academic Integrity Review Process 14.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . 148 – Appeals Process: Academic and Nonacademic 15.00 . . . 149 – Student Conduct Records 16.00 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 – Appendix A: Academic Dishonesty Sanction Guidelines . . 150 – Appendix B: Report of Academic Integrity Violation . . . . 151 Academic Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 – Admissions Violations Review Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 – Class Notes Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 – Disputed Academic Evaluation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . 153 – General Academic Petitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 – Timeline for Degree Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Financial Aid Policy Regarding Falsification of Financial Aid Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Student Education Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 Policy on Free Expression and Dissent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 57 Computing Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Policy and Procedures on Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Assault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Policy on Sexual Harassment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 Policy on Stalking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 Non-discrimination Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Student Grievance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Policy Against Hazing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 University Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs . . . . . . . . . . 167 Recognition of Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Policy Concerning Group Responsibility for Student Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . 1 69 Guidelines for Student-led International Travel . . . . . . . . . . 170 Advertising, Promotion and Literature Distribution Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 71 Facilities Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173 Social Events Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175 Distance Learning Health Insurance Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175

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SCampus is a USC tradition that dates back to 1955-56. Students throughout the decades have turned to this guidebook as a source of information about the programs and services available to them during their academic careers at USC. The guidebook is also available online at scampus.usc.edu. The new edition is distributed each fall. You can pick up a copy at the Tutor Campus Center information desk, the Undergraduate Student Government office (Tutor Campus Center 224), the Doheny Library reference desk and the Leavey Library Information Commons. CREDITS

Produced by the Division of Student Affairs, Office of University Publications, 2012 Director: Sue Vogl Editor: Nathan Carter Editorial Staff: Diane Anderson, Cristy Lytal, Alexis Young Contributing Editor: Julie Wood Design: Rick Simner Design Student portraits: Philip Channing Text photographs: Ed Carreon; Nathan Carter; Philip Channing ÂŠ 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011 University of Southern California; Steve Cohn; Dietmar Quistorf; Joel Zink Maps: Reineck & Reineck, Cartifact, Inc., Nathan Carter Illustrations and Historical Glimpses: Handbook of USC, SCampus, Student Handbook, Students Handbook, USC Handbook, USC Student Handbook and Wampus archives Printed by: Sinclair Printing

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Planning Calendars

Exploring Los Angeles

Need to know when you can drop a class and still receive a 100 percent refund? Want to schedule a visit with family and friends around the next big campus event or football game? This section includes important academic, registration, campus and athletic event dates.

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Your Class Schedule

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Planning Calendars

Events Calendar

August 2012 Sunday

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Fall Membership for Lyon Center and HSC Fitness Center Programs and Services

Rush Dates Rush for the Interfraternity Council (men) is August 25-31. Panhellenic Council (women) Formal Recruitment is August 25 to September 2. Rush for the Asian Greek Council sororities and fraternities is August 26 to September 9. Rush for the Multicultural Greek Council (women and men) is August 27-31. Professional fraternity rush dates vary depending on the fraternity. Rush for Delta Kappa Alpha is September 9-15. Rush for Phi Alpha Delta is September 5-6. Rush for Delta Sigma Pi is September 3-14.

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Sept. 14 is the last day to:

1. Register and add classes 2. Drop a class without a mark of “W,” except for Monday-only classes, and receive a 100% refund 3. Change enrollment option to Pass/No Pass or Audit 4. Purchase or waive tuition refund insurance 5. Purchase or show proof of health insurance

7 Summer Classes End

26 Welcome Back

Comedy Show; APA Student Welcome, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; LGBT & Ally Welcome Back BBQ, 4 p.m.

USC Bookstores Textbook Floor Opens for Fall Semester

International Graduate Student Orientation

20 Open Registration, 21

Aug. 20-24; Graduate International Student Orientation; Freshman Student International Orientation Freshman Student Orientation

27 Classes Begin; Late 28 Registration, Aug. 27-31; JEP and USC Readers Plus Signups, Aug. 27-Sept. 7; Textbook Buyback

Lyon Center Open House, 7-9 p.m.; Sports Info Sessions, 7:30, 8, 8:30 p.m.

International Undergraduate Transfer Student Orientation

Fall Move-in Day; Welcome Week, Aug. 22-29

Welcome Week Micro-seminars, 2:30-4 p.m.; Visions and Voices: Spark!, Bovard, 5:30 p.m.

Last Day to Register and Settle without a Fee; Welcome Week Micro-seminars, 10-11:30 a.m.

Welcome Back Rally and Concert, McCarthy Quad; Friends and Neighbors Service Day

29 Involvement Fair,

Preview USC Workout Classes, Aug. 28-Sept. 6; Textbook Buyback

11 a.m.-2 p.m.; LGBT Textbook Buyback & Ally Welcome Back Movie Night, DML 240, 7 p.m.; Textbook Buyback

Tuesday

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Saturday 1 USC vs. Hawai’i at L.A. Coliseum

6 Fisher Museum: A

14 Proof of Health

Tron Party: LGBTQ and Ally Welcome Back Mixer and Dance, Ground Zero, 9:30 p.m.

USC Thornton Symphony, Bovard, 7:30 p.m.

First Day of USC Workout Fall Schedule

Campus Conversation, TCC Forum, noon

19 Visions and Voices: 20

Visions and Voices: USC Thornton Faculty Celebration of Ndugu Chancler, Percussion, Bovard, 3 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Gary Snyder on TransPacific Buddhism, Ecology and Poetry, DML 240, 7 p.m.

USC Thornton Wind Ensemble, Bovard, 4 p.m.

5 Beyond Your Gay

Applications Available; Preview USC Workout Classes, Sept. 4-6; Last Day for Textbook Open Refunds

4 Order of the Torch

Labor Day (University Holiday)

Straight Alliance and Rainbow Floor Open House, DML 240, 7:30 p.m.; Visions and Voices: Krump, 7 p.m.

Last Day to Drop Monday-only Class

Africa’s Hope, A Performance by the Mashirika Theatre Company of Rwanda, Bovard, 7 p.m.

26 Order of the Torch Applications Due

Complex Weave, Sept. 5-Dec. 7; What Matters to Me and Why, Ground Zero, noon

Last Day for Textbook USC vs. Syracuse at Refunds for Dropped East Rutherford, NJ Courses; Visions and Voices: USC Thornton Concert Choir, 2 p.m. Insurance Waiver USC vs. Stanford at Reqs., MMR Immunity, Palo Alto, CA TB Screening Due; Last Day to Register, Add, Drop Classes

USC vs. California at L.A. Coliseum

27 Visions and Voices: 28 Shannon Brownlee, Mayer Aud., 4 p.m.; Visions and Voices: Vote for My Story, SCA 108, 7 p.m.

29 Visions and Voices: The Daughters of Thelma & Louise, Norris Cinema Theatre, 5 p.m.

Planning Calendars

October 2012 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1 Student Org.

Visions and Voices: The End of Illness: A Conversation with David Agus, Mayer Aud., 4 p.m.

What Matters to Me and Why, Ground Zero, noon

USC vs. Utah at Salt Lake City, UT

Fisher Museum: The Sota Project by Ofri Cnaani, Oct. 5-Dec. 2

Visions and Voices: A Performance by New Media Artist Kathy Rose, TCC Grand Ballroom, 7 p.m.

USC Thornton Baroque Sinfonia, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

USC vs. Washington at Seattle, WA

19 Trojan Family

Recognition Deadline, 5 p.m.; Visions and Voices: An Evening with Dr. Majid Naini, Bovard, 7 p.m.

8 Visions and Voices:

Visions and Voices: The Sota Project: A Panel on Feminism and Israeli Art, Fisher Museum, 2 p.m.

An Evening with Poet Campus Kay Ryan, DML 240, Conversation, TCC 7 p.m.; USC Thornton Forum, noon Contemporary Music Ensemble, 7:30 p.m.

15 Visions and

Voices: A State of the Union Conversation with Frank Rich and and Fran Lebowitz, Bovard, 7 p.m.

22 Visions and Voices:

Trojan Family Weekend

Liz Linden and Jennifer Kennedy — The New York Times Feminist Reading Group, Oct. 22-25, TCC 450, 4 p.m.

16 Textbook Buyback; 17

USC Thornton Faculty Textbook Buyback Recital with Michael Powers, Conducting, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m.

23 Visions and Voices: 24 David Treuer — Rez Life: An Indian’s Journey Through Reservation Life, University Club, 7 p.m.

Order of the Torch Speeches, TCC Rosen Family Theatre, 5:30 p.m.

Tuesday

Wednesday

Trojan Family Weekend; USC Thornton Symphony, Bovard, 7:30 p.m.

Weekend; USC Thornton Chamber and Concert Choirs, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Nikkatsu at 100 Film Festival, Oct. 26-28, Norris Cinema Theatre

USC vs. Arizona at Tempe, AZ; Friends and Neighbors Service Day

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1 Thesis/Dissertation

2 Greek Gala; Visions

USC Thornton Faculty Recital, Henry Gronnier, Violin, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

Trojan Family Weekend; USC vs. Colorado at L.A. Coliseum

Visions and Voices Don’t miss out on the programs presented as part of Visions and Voices: The USC Arts and Humanities Initiative. Seating will be limited at some events and advance registration may be required. For more information or to sign up for the email list, visit usc.edu/ visionsandvoices.

November 2012 Monday

Submission Deadline; Visions and Voices: Queer Chicano Artists, DML 240, 7 p.m.

5 Homecoming, Nov.

USC Thornton Wind Ensemble, Bovard, 4 p.m.

5-8; USC Thornton Guitar Masterclass with Pepe Romero, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 7 p.m.

12 Troy Week; Visions 13

USC Thornton Guitar Masterclass with Pepe Romero, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 7 p.m.

and Voices: Fit for Troy Week; Campus Society, TCC Grand Conversation, TCC Ballroom, 7 p.m.; USC Forum, noon Thornton Percussion Ensemble, 7:30 p.m.

7 Homecoming

Parade, noon; USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.; What Matters to Me and Why, noon

and Voices: A Shining Night, A Portrait of Composer Morten Lauridsen, SCA 108, 7 p.m.

8 Homecoming Rally, 9 7 p.m.; Visions and Voices: David Henry Hwang, 7 p.m.; USC Thornton Chamber Orchestra, 7:30 p.m.

14 Troy Week; Visions 15 Troy Week; and Voices: Steve Ross — Hollywood Left and Right, University Club, 7 p.m.

CONQUEST, McCarthy Quad; USC Thornton Presents Thomas Adès’s The Tempest, Bing Theatre, 8 p.m.

USC vs. Oregon at L.A. Coliseum

10 USC vs. Arizona State at L.A. Coliseum, Homecoming

17 USC vs. UCLA at

Troy Week; USC Thornton Presents Thomas Adès’s The Tempest, Bing Theatre, 8 p.m.

Pasadena, CA; USC Thornton Presents Thomas Adès’s The Tempest, Bing Theatre, 8 p.m.

USC Thornton Presents Thomas Adès’s The Tempest, Bing Theatre, 2 p.m.

USC Thornton Contemporary Music Ensemble, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run, noon

Thanksgiving (University Holiday)

USC vs. Notre Dame at L.A. Coliseum; Thanksgiving (University Holiday)

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Sunday

Events Calendar

December 2012 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday 1 Friends and Neighbors Service Day

Volunteering Opportunities The Volunteer Center offers a number of ways to get involved in your community throughout the year. From Alternative Spring Breaks to Friends and Neighbors Service Days, there’s always an opportunity to lend a hand. For more information on the center’s programs and calendar of events, visit sait.usc.edu/volunteer.

USC Thornton University Chorus, Bovard, 7 p.m.

9 Study Day

What Matters to Me and Why, Ground Zero, noon

Classes End; USC Thornton Chamber Orchestra, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 8 p.m.

Study Day

11 12 13 14 Final Exams; USC Study Day; Mid-year Study Day; Mid-year Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Thornton Charles Dickens Dinner, Freshman Orientation; Freshman Orientation; Buyback Buyback Millennium Biltmore Textbook Buyback Textbook Buyback Hotel, 6:30 p.m.; Textbook Buyback

Final Exams; Textbook Buyback

Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Buyback Buyback Buyback Buyback

Winter Recess; Textbook Buyback

Winter Recess

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Winter Recess

Winter Recess; USC Bookstores Textbook Floor Opens for Spring Semester

Winter Recess

10 Spring Move-

Open Registration; Winter Recess

Winter Recess

Need Cash?

January 2013 Sunday

Monday

Winter Recess

Winter Recess; Mid-year Transfer and Undergraduate International Orientation

Winter Recess; International Graduate Student Orientation

in Day; Open Registration; Winter Recess; International Graduate Student Orientation

15 Campus

Winter Recess

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You can sell your textbooks for extra cash that will come in handy during the holiday season. Check with the bookstore for the dates at the end of the semester.

Classes Begin; JEP and USC Readers Plus Program Sign-ups, Jan. 14-25; Textbook Buyback

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (University Holiday)

Last Day for Textbook Open Returns

Textbook Buyback

26 Friends and

What Matters to Me and Why, Ground Zero, noon

Visions and Voices: An Evening with Sound Artist Trimpin, Alfred Newman Recital Hall, 7:30 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Music Festivals, Norris Cinema Theatre, 12:30-10 p.m.

31 Visions and Voices:

Conversation, TCC Involvement Fair; Forum, noon; Preview Textbook Buyback USC Workout Classes, Jan. 15-17; Textbook Buyback

Scrapbooks, Army Surplus, Comics and Other Stuff with C. Tyler, Annenberg Aud., 7 p.m.

Neighbors Service Day; Visions and Voices: Naked Island, Kaneto Shindo, Norris Cinema Theatre, 7 p.m.

Planning Calendars

February 2013 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

1 Last Day to Register, 2 Add, Drop Classes; Proof of Health Insurance Waiver Req., MMR Immunity, TB Screening Due

Last Day for Textbook Refunds for Dropped Courses

What Matters to Me and Why, Ground Zero, noon

Visions and Voices: Hole in the Head: A Life Revealed, SCA 108, 7 p.m.

Visions and Voices: FACE, A Play by Haerry Kim, 24th Street Theatre, 1117 24th St., 7 p.m.

12 Visions and Voices: 13 Visions and Voices: 14 The Interpreters at the Natural History Museum, SCA Gallery, 7 p.m.; Campus Conversation, noon

Deborah Harkness — A Discovery of Witches and Shadows of Night, University Club, 7 p.m.

Presidents’ Day (University Holiday)

Visions and Voices: An Evening with Graphic Novelist Phoebe Gloeckner, DML 240, 7 p.m.

27 Visions and Voices: 28

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Student Org. Recognition Deadline, 5 p.m.

21 Visions and Voices: 22

The Dog and Pony Show: A Performance by Holly Hughes, TCC Grand Ballroom, 7 p.m.

Friends and Neighbors Service Day

Queer Zines: A Panel, ONE National Gay & Lesbian Archives, 909 W. Adams Blvd., 7 p.m.

Feb. 1 is the last day to: 1. Register and add classes with a late fee 2. Drop a class without a mark of “W,” except for Monday-only classes, and receive a 100% refund 3. Change enrollment option to Pass/No Pass or Audit 4. Purchase or waive tuition refund insurance 5. Purchase or show proof of health insurance

March 2013

Friday

Saturday

1 Visions and Voices: Just Food and Fair Food: A Multidisciplinary Exploration, DML, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

6 Remarkable Women 7 Awards; What Visions and Voices: An Evening with Patti Matters to Me and Smith, Bovard, 7 p.m. Why, noon; Visions and Voices: Visionary Women, 7 p.m.

Campus Conversation, TCC Forum, noon

Visions and Voices: I Want My Queer TV, SCA 108, 7 p.m.

Spring Break

Thursday

Visions and Voices: A Shipwreck Opera, Parkside Restaurant, 3 p.m.

Spirits in Action

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Sunday

Events Calendar

April 2013 Sunday

Monday 1 Thesis/Dissertation Submission Deadline

Commencement 2013 Information is available at usc.edu/ commencement regarding the many events that take place before and on the day of commencement. On May 4, this ceremony will be held:

Visions and Voices: Contemporary South American Cinema, Norris Cinema Theatre

Visions and Voices: Imaging Genocide, Exhibition Opening and Panel, Fisher Museum, 5:30 p.m.

14 Visions and Voices: 15 Primero Sueño: A Performance by Jesusa Rodriguez, Tommy’s Place, 7 p.m.

Argue Plaza • Lavender Celebration On May 16, these ceremonies will be held:

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

3 The Tommy’s:

6 Friends and

Visions and Voices: A Lecture by Rebecca Skloot, Mayer Aud., 4 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Contemporary South American Cinema, Norris Cinema Theatre

Neighbors Service Day; Visions and Voices: Contemporary South American Cinema, Norris Cinema Theatre

9 Visions and Voices:

13 Swim With Mike;

Visions and Voices: Carol Muske-Dukes — Twin Cities, University Club, 7 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Imaging Genocide, Screenings: The Elida Schogt Trilogy, SCA 108, 7 p.m.

Student Organization Visions and Voices: Awards; What Matters Mixing It Up: Identity, to Me and Why, Music and Innovation, Ground Zero, noon Bovard, 7:30 p.m.

Imaging Genocide, Plays by Catherine Filloux and Yvette Rugasaguhunga, Ground Zero, 7 p.m.

23 Visions and

Voices: Tsigan: The Gypsy Poem — A Multimedia Performance, Bovard, 7 p.m.

17 Visions and Voices: 18 Solar Decathlon, Solar Power and Architectural Design, TCC Grand Ballroom, 7 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Murals Under the Stars, Gregorio Luke, TCC International Plaza, 7 p.m.

Campus Conversation, TCC Forum, noon

27 Visions and Voices:

Visions and Voices: Rhythms + Visions/ Expanded + Live 2, SCA Complex, 8 p.m.-midnight

Troubled Ocean: Filmmakers Imagine the Pacific, Norris Cinema Theatre, noon-9 p.m.

Visions and Voices: Reflections on the 1992 L.A. Riots: A Panel Discussion, DML 240, 4 p.m.

Bovard Auditorium • Doctoral Hooding • Student Recognition • Baccalaureate • African American Cultural Celebration Howard Jones Field • Chicano/Latino Graduate Celebration

Tuesday

May 2013 Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Tutor Campus Center Ballroom • Asian Pacific Graduate Celebration

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

2 A Visions and

Voices Signature Event Classes End; Songfest Presented with USC Spectrum: ODC Dance Company, Bovard, 7 p.m.

Study Day; 19th Annual Lavender Celebration, Argue Plaza

Study Day

Study Day; Textbook Buyback

Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Buyback Buyback Buyback Buyback

Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Senior Buyback Breakfast; Textbook Buyback

Student Recognition Ceremony; African American, Chicano/ Latino & Asian Pacific Grad Celebrations

130th Commencement

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16 Textbook Buyback; 17

Final Exams; Textbook Final Exams; Textbook Buyback Buyback

Summer Session Registration

Summer Classes Begin

Memorial Day (University Holiday)

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Campus Maps

Exploring Los Angeles

For questions such as “Where can I eat on campus?” or “Where is the Lyon Center?” this section provides the answers. You’ll find maps for the University Park and Health Sciences campuses, and the North University Park area, which include university housing.

University Park Campus

The legend on the adjacent University Park Campus map includes symbols used to identify parking lots and structures, computing centers, dining facilities and university libraries.

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For university housing, sororities and fraternities, refer to the North University Park area map on pages 18-19.

D5 Admission Center (Tutor Campus Center) D6 Ahmanson Center, ACB F3 Ahn House, AHN F6 Alumni House, ALM E5 Alumni Park A5 Andrus Gerontology Center, GER D4 Annenberg Auditorium D4 Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, ASC B7 Arts and Humanities Residential College at Parkside, PRB D5 Associates Park C5 Biegler Hall, BHE D4 Bing Theatre, BIT D5 Bookstore, BKS E3 Booth Hall, BMH E5 Bovard Administration Building, ADM E5 Bovard Auditorium D7 Bridge Hall, BRI B3 Brooks Pavilion (Dedeaux Field) C2 Café 84 (King Hall) E3 Carson Center, CTV B4 Childs Way Building I, CWO B4 Childs Way Building II, CWT D3 Cinematic Arts, USC School of, SCA, SCB, SCC, SCE, SCX D3 Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf (Cinematic Arts) F4 College Academic Services Building, CAS E3 College House, CLH G5 College Residence Hall (New Residential College) C4 Cromwell Field/Field House, CFH H4 Davidson Continuing Education Center, DCC B2 Dedeaux Field A4 Denney Research Center, DRB B5 Dept. of Public Safety (Parking Structure A) F5 Doheny Library, DML C4 Dornsife Cognitive Neuroscience Imaging Center, DNI B3 Drama Center, DRC I6 East Library Building, ELB E4 E. F. Hutton Park D6 Electron Microscopy and Microanalysis, Center for, CEM F6 Enrollment Services (Hubbard Hall) G4 EVerybody’s Kitchen (University Residential College at Birnkrant) C3 Facilities Management Services, FMS A2 Facilities Planning and Management, FPM G6 Figueroa Building, FIG C7 Fisher Museum (Harris Hall) G4 Fisher, Montgomery Ross Building, MRF C2 Fluor Tower, FLT E4 Founders Park D3 Galen Athletic Center (dining near Heritage Hall) H5 Galen Center, GEC B2 Golf Practice Facility C5 Grace Ford Salvatori Hall, GFS J2 Graduate Fine Arts Building, IFT G6 Ground Zero Performance Café E5 Hahn Central Plaza D5 Hall Building, HSH E6 Hancock Foundation Building, AHF C6 Harris Hall, HAR H5 Harris Residence Hall (North Residential College) B5 Hedco Chemical Engineering, HED

C5 Hedco Neurosciences Building, HNB D3 Heritage Hall, HER E7 Hoffman Hall, HOH G5 Housing Services (Parking Structure X) C3 Howard Jones Field F6 Hubbard Hall, JHH B6 Hughes Aircraft Electrical Engineering Center, EEB B4 Human Relations Center, HRC A6 Int’l Residential College at Parkside, IRC B4 Irani, Ray R., Hall, RIH D2 Jefferson Building, JEF C3 John McKay Center, JMC F3 Joint Educational Project House, JEP A4 Kaprielian Hall, KAP B4 Kennedy, Brian Field C2 Kennedy Family Aquatics Building, KAB C2 King Hall, KOH D5 KXSC Radio (Tutor Campus Center) H6 The Lab Gastropub (University Gardens) E7 Law School (Musick Law Building), LAW F7 Law School Café (Musick Law Building) F4 Leavey Library, LVL D5 Lemonade (Tutor Campus Center) E6 Leventhal School of Accounting, ACC F6 Lewis Hall, RGL C6 Lindhurst Architecture Gallery (Watt Hall) C6 Lindhurst Fine Arts Gallery (Watt Hall) F5 LiteraTea Teahouse (Doheny Library) E3 Lloyd Stage, CSS C6 Loker Hydrocarbon Research Institute, LHI C4 Loker Track Stadium (Cromwell Field) C5 The Lot D3 Lucas, Marcia Building, LPB C2 Lyon Center, LRC C6 MacDonald Becket Center, MBC E3 MacDonald Recital Hall (Raubenheimer Bldg.) G6 Marks Residence Hall, DXM A3 Marks Tennis Stadium G6 Marks Tower, DMT B3 Massman Theatre (Drama Center) C4 McAlister Academic Resource Center, MAR F0 McAlister Soccer Field F5 McCarthy Quad C1 McClintock Building & Theatre, MCC C2 McDonald’s Olympic Swim Stadium, MAC H6 McKay’s (Radisson Hotel) G4 Montgomery Ross Fisher Building, MRF D6 Moreton Fig (Tutor Campus Center) D6 Moulton Organic Chemistry Wing, OCW D7 Mudd Hall, MHP B4 Mudd, Seeley G. Building, SGM F6 Nazarian Pavilion C5 Neely Petroleum Engineering, PCE E6 Newman Recital Hall (Hancock Foundation) G5 New Residential College, NEW E4 Norris Cinema Theatre, NCT D2 Norris Dental Science Center, DEN H5 North Residential College, NRC B5 Olin Hall, OHE E1 Oral Health Center (University Village), OHC F6 Pardee Tower, PTD B6 Parkside Apartments, PKS A6 Parkside International Residential College, IRC B7 Parkside Arts and Humanities Residential College, PRB

D4 Physical Education Building, PED E2 Physical Therapy Associates (University Village) F6 Popovich Hall and Café, JKP B6 Powell Hall, PHE B5 Public Safety (Parking Structure A) H6 Purchasing Services (University Gardens Building) E4 Queens Courtyard G6 Radisson Mid-City Hotel, RMH E3 Ramo Hall, RHM C6 Rapp Engineering Building, RRB E3 Raubenheimer Music Faculty Building, MUS G7 Registration Building, REG J2 Roski Master of Fine Arts Gallery (Graduate Fine Arts Building) G6 Rosso’s Pizzeria (Radisson Hotel) B6 Salvatori Computer Science Center, SAL C5 Salvatori, Grace Ford Hall, GFS A5 Scene Dock Theatre, SCD B6 Seaver Science Center, SSC C6 Seaver Science Library, SSL D5 Seeds Marketplace (Tutor Campus Center) B4 Seeley G. Mudd Building, SGM C6 Shop Café (Harris Hall) F4 Social Sciences Building, SOS G4 Social Work Center, SWC E3 Spielberg Stage, SSS D6 Stabler Hall, LJS F5 Starbucks at Trojan Grounds D6 Stauffer Hall, SHS C6 Stauffer Science Lecture Hall, SLH D5 Stonier Hall, STO E3 Student Health Center, SHC G4 Student Health Insurance Office, PSD D5 Student Union, STU E4 Taper Hall, THH A5 Technical Theatre Laboratory, TTL A2 Tennis Courts E6 Town & Gown, TGF D5 Traditions (Tutor Campus Center) G5 Transportation Services (Parking Structure X) G6 Trojan Residence Hall, TRO D5 Tutor Campus Center, TCC B6 Tutor Hall and Café, RTH G7 Tyler Building, TYL E3 United University Church, UUC F3 University Club at King Stoops Hall, KSH H6 University Gardens Building, UGB J5 University Parking Center, UPX E3 University Religious Center, URC G4 University Residential College at Birnkrant, BSR E1 University Village Food Court D5 USC Bookstore, BKS D7 Verle Annis Gallery (Harris Hall) E1 Village Gate Theatre and Gallery C5 Vivian Hall, VHE F5 Von KleinSmid Center, VKC F4 Waite Phillips Hall, WPH C6 Watt Hall, WAH C2 Webb Tower, WTO C7 Wong Conference Center (Harris Hall) D3 Wood, Robert Plaza I2 Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts, RZC D6 Zumberge Hall, ZHS

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Health Sciences Campus

Health Sciences Campus The 45-acre Health Sciences Campus is located three miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles and seven miles from the USC University Park Campus. It lies adjacent to the Los Angeles County + University of Southern California Medical Center, a major affiliate of the Keck School of Medicine of USC and one of the nation’s largest teaching hospitals. The campus is also home to the Keck Medical Center of USC — a state-of-theart academic medical center that comprises Keck Hospital of USC and USC Norris Cancer Hospital — and research institutes such as the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Eli and Edythe Broad Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at USC, and the Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute. Driving directions to the Health Sciences Campus are available online at visit.usc. edu/maps-directions/ health-sciences-campus/ directions-to-hsc.

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USC Bus Services

The on-campus and intercampus buses operate Monday through Friday. Service includes UPC, HSC, the Bunker Hill/Executive Health Center in downtown Los Angeles, Union Station, Alhambra and Marina Del Rey. USC Bus schedules are provided on page 22. For more information, call (323) 442-1208.

Patient Care Facilities CRO Clinical Research Organization A5 DEI Doheny Eye Institute F4 HCC Healthcare Consultation Center F3 HCT Healthcare Consultation Center II F3 LAC LAC+USC Inpatient Facilities D6 LAC LAC+USC Outpatient Facilities C6 NOR USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and USC Norris Cancer Hospital E4 NTT Norman Topping Tower E4 TRC USC Kidney Center H3 UNH Keck Hospital of USC G3 Health Sciences Campus BCC Eli and Edythe Broad CIRM Center for Regenerative Medicine and Stem Cell Research at USC F4 BMT Bishop Medical Teaching and Research E5 CCC Child Care Center G4 CHP Center for the Health Professions Bldgs. F3 CLB Clinical Administration Bldg. D4 CPT Capital Planning Trailer F2 CRO Clinical Research Organization A5 CSA Clinical Sciences Annex H3 CSB Central Services Bldg. G3 CSC Clinical Sciences Bldg. H3 DEI Doheny Eye Institute F4 DOH Doheny Vision Research Center E4 EDM Edmondson Bldg. I1 EFC Edmondson Faculty Center D4 HCC Health Care Consultation Center F3 HCT Health Care Consultation Center II F3 HMR Hoffman Medical Research Bldg. E5 HSV Health Sciences Telephone Vault F3 KAM Keith Administration Bldg. E4 MCH McKibben Hall E5 MMR Mudd Memorial Research Laboratory E4 NML Norris Medical Library E4 NOR USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and USC Norris Cancer Hospital E4 NRT Harlyne J. Norris Cancer Research Tower, Catherine and Joseph Aresty Conference Center E3 NTT Norman Topping Research Tower E4 PMB Parkview Medical Bldg. F4 PSC Stauffer Pharmaceutical Sciences Center D4 RMR Raulston Medical Research Bldg. E5 SRH Seaver Residence Hall E4 SSB Soto Street Building H1 TRC USC Kidney Center H3 UNH Keck Hospital of USC G3 UHT Norris Inpatient Tower at Keck Hospital of USC G4 ZNI Zilkha Neurogenetic Institute F3

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North University Park Area Annenberg House, 711 W. 27th St. Bel-Air Apts., 1124 W. 29th St. Cardinal Gardens Apts., 3131 S. McClintock Ave. Cardinal ’n Gold Apts., 737 W. 30th St. Centennial Apts., 2390 Portland St. Century Apts., 3115 S. Orchard Ave. Fairmont Apts., 2629 Portland St. Founders Apts., 2610 Portland St. Helena Apts., 1220 W. 28th St. Hillview Apts., 2605 Severance St. Honors House, 2710 Severance St. Hoover Street Residence, 2827 S. Hoover St. La Sorbonne Apts., 1170 W. 31st St. Manor Apts., 2636 Portland St. Max Kade House, 2718 S. Hoover St. Pacific Apts., 2637 Severance St. Regal Trojan Apts., 870 W. Adams Blvd. Regent Apts., 1138 W. 29th St. Senator Apts., 1101-1109 W. 28th St. and 2715-2733 S. Hoover St. Seven Gables Apts., 620 W. 30th St. Sierra Apts., 2638 Portland St. Stardust Apts., 634 W. 27th St. Seaver Residence Hall*, 1969 Zonal Ave. Severance Street Apts., 2630 Severance St. Sunset Apts., 1144 W. 29th St. Terrace Apts., 1275 W. 29th St. Troy Hall East Apts., 3025 Royal St. Troy Hall Apts., 3025 Royal St. Troyland Apts., 955-959 W. Adams Blvd. Twin Palms Apts., 2635 Portland St. University Regent Apts., 1219 W. 27th St. Vista Apts., 2701 Severance St. Windsor Apts., 1149 W. 28th St. University Park Campus Arts and Humanities Residential College at Parkside, 920 W. 37th Pl. Fluor Residential College, 1027 W. 34th St. Int’l Residential College at Parkside, 3771 S. McClintock Ave. Marks Hall, 631 Childs Way Marks Tower, 612 Hellman Way New Residential College, 635 USC McCarthy Way North Residential College, 635 USC McCarthy Way Pardee Tower, 614 Hellman Way Parkside Apts., 3730 McClintock Ave. Trojan Hall, 615 W. 36th St. University Residential College at Birnkrant, 642 W. 34th St. Webb Residential College, 1015 W. 34th St. ? Housing Customer Service Centers * Not shown – Seaver Residence Hall (SRH) is located on the Health Sciences Campus, about five miles from the University Park Campus. For more information, call (323) 442-1576.

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Gaining Access *The Office of Disability Services and Programs (DSP) can help you gain access to university buildings. For more information, call (213) 740-0776 or view the Access Map at fmsmaps2.usc.edu/ mapguide2010/usc/php/ ada_pdf.php.

Ahmanson Center: ramp off 37th Street Mall

Cinematic Arts Building B: automatic

Harris Hall: ramp at front northwest and

on east side; elevator; restrooms: men’s, first floor, women’s, second floor next to elevator (partially modified); automatic door opener provided. Alumni House*: call to have accessible entrance unlocked on south side of building; only first floor accessible. Andrus Gerontology Center: entrances accessible on north, west and east sides; automatic door opener at east and west entrances, elevator; accessible drinking fountain; restrooms on second floor (not ADA compliant).

entrances through ramp on north side off 34th Street, south and west sides; accessible elevators and restrooms throughout; drinking fountains. Cinematic Arts Building C: automatic entrance on east side; regular entrances on south and west sides; accessible restrooms; drinking fountains. Cinematic Arts Building D: automatic entrance on north side; regular entrance on south side; accessible elevator and restrooms; drinking fountains. Cinematic Arts Building E: automatic entrance on north side; regular entrance on south side; accessible restrooms; drinking fountains.

southwest entrances; automatic door opener on west side. Hedco Chemical Engineering: west and north entrances are fully accessible. Hedco Neurosciences Building: entrance on north side; automatic door opener at northwest entrance; ramps on southeast and southwest sides; restrooms on first floor; accessible drinking fountain. Heritage Hall: ramps at north and south sides; restrooms on first floor; stairs to second floor. Hoffman Hall: ramp at south entrance; automatic door opener at south entrance; elevator; accessible drinking fountain, third floor; accessible restrooms: men’s seventh floor, south end, women’s fourth floor up until seventh floor, north end. Hubbard Hall: ramp on northeast side; elevator; women’s accessible restroom on first floor and regular restrooms on second and third floors. Hughes Electrical Engineering Center: fully accessible, automatic door opener at north entrance; ramps on southwest side. Human Relations Center: ramp north side of building; only first floor accessible. Irani Hall: entrance on north, west and south sides; automatic door opener on north and south entrances; ramp on west entrance. Jefferson Building: ramp entrance on south side; only first floor accessible. John William Scoring Stage: entrance and ramp on west side. Joint Educational Project House: ramp on east side; only first floor accessible. Kaprielian Hall: southeast, east and northeast entrances through curb ramps; automatic door opener provides access at east entrance; elevator-accessible; full compliance. Kennedy Family Aquatic Building*: see note. King Hall*: ramps on southeast and west sides; enter east or west sides; restrooms on second floor; elevator; accessible drinking fountain; secured building. The Lab Gastropub: entrance on west side off of Figueroa (same as UGB); ramp on northwest side. Leavey Library: fully accessible. Leventhal School of Accounting: ramps on north and southwest sides; entrances on north, west and south sides; chairlift to first floor only. Lewis Hall: north and south entrances; fully accessible. Loker Hydrocarbon Institute*: entrances on west, east and south sides; lift available at south entrance; ramp on northeast side; restrooms accessible on first, second and third floors; elevator; accessible drinking fountain; accessible parking on Watt Way. Lyon Center: entrance on east side; restrooms accessible on first and second floors; elevator; chairlift available with key; accessible drinking fountain.

Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism: enter north, south or west side

(automatic door opener on north side); accessible restrooms at west end of lobby through doors; map available from DSP showing location of classrooms; elevator and accessible drinking fountain available. Biegler Hall*: see note. Bing Theatre: enter east side of building through ramp; north and south side ramps; automatic door opener on north side; contact DSP for assistance with access to building if door is locked. Birnkrant Residence Hall: enter west side; elevator; accessible drinking fountain and restrooms located on first floor. Bookstore: automatic door entrances on north side; ramp northwest corner of building; accessible restrooms available on fourth floor; elevator; accessible drinking fountain; escalator available on ground floor and levels one through three. Booth Hall: enter on south side of building. Bovard Administration Building: ramp on northeast side and southwest sides. Fully accessible. Bridge Hall: ramp to first floor only; for upper floors enter through HOH l, take elevator to second/third floor, cross bridge to enter; partially modified restrooms on second floor, adjacent to Computer Science Lab. A wheelchair lift to the basement is available. Brooks Pavilion and Dedeaux Field: enter main (north) entrance; accessible restrooms on east and west sides near main entrance. Campus Development and Facilities Building: access via handicap ramp on west

entrance. Carol Little Building: access via handicap

ramp on west entrance to elevator lobby on first floor. Carson Television Stage: enter from south side; ramp on northwest and southeast sides. Childs Way Building I: entrance on north side; only first floor accessible. Cinematic Arts Building A: automatic entrances on east, west and south sides; entrances on north side off 34th Street and south side through the courtyard; accessible elevators and restrooms throughout; drinking fountains.

College Academic Services Building:

entrance on northwest side; only first floor accessible. Credit Union Building: entrance on east side off Flower; driveway, ramp, elevators are accessible. Davidson Conference Center: ramp at west and south entrances; elevator; restrooms accessible but not ADA compliant. Denney Research Center: main entrance on east side; automatic door opener provides access at east entrance; elevator with Braille numerals; drinking fountain; fully accessible restrooms on second and third floors. Doheny Library: disabled person accessible parking available along Childs Way; automatic door opener on south side; fully accessible restrooms. Electron Microscopy and Microanalysis Center: entrance on west side. Exposition Parking Structure: see Parking

Structure, Exposition. Fluor Tower*: enter north or south side; elevator; accessible drinking fountain and restrooms located on first floor. Galen Center: entrances on southwest (Figueroa) and northwest (Jefferson and Figueroa) corners of building; ramp on west side entrance; all entrances and restrooms are fully accessible; elevators at northwest and northeast corner; accessible seating throughout facility; path to and from Parking Structure Two is accessible. Galen Center: (dining near Heritage Hall) access on south and east sides of building using ramps provided at the north and south side of HER; accessible restrooms on first floor. Grace Ford Salvatori Hall: entrances on north, east and west sides; ramp on south entrance; elevator with Braille numerals; drinking fountains; fully accessible restrooms on all floors. Hancock Foundation*: ramp on northeast side; contact DSP for elevator key; nonaccessible restrooms in basement across from elevator.

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on north and west sides through ramps; accessible restrooms on first floor. Marks Residence Hall: enter through Pardee Tower; only first floor accessible. Marks Tennis Stadium: enter ramp on south side, off plaza: four stairs to north entrance. Marks Tower*: enter south side through ramp; elevator. McKay’s: entrance on west side off Figueroa and on north side of carport attached to the Radisson. McClintock Building: entrance on east or west side; only first floor accessible. McDonald’s Olympic Swim Stadium:

entrance on east side of McClintock; refer to Lyon Center entry for additional information. Montgomery Ross Fisher Building: ramp at front (south) entrance; automatic door opener provides access at south entrance; men’s and women’s accessible restrooms on first floor; elevator; accessible drinking fountain. Moulton Organic Chemistry Wing: enter southeast side through ramp. Mudd Hall: ramps at main entrance and inside; narrow elevator; accessible drinking fountain; restrooms on first floor. Musick Law Building: ramp to north entrance; automatic door opener; elevator (key needed for third floor); restrooms: men’s first floor, north corridor; women’s first floor, south corridor. Neely Petroleum Engineering: enter via plaza or mall; upper floors accessible via elevator and bridge at HED; accessible drinking fountain. New Residential College: ramp at front entrance on south side; partially modified restrooms on main floor. Norris Cinema Theatre: enter west or east sides; restrooms on first floor. Norris Dental Science Center: entrance on north and south side; automatic door openers at south and southeast entrance; ramp on southeast side; southeast elevator; partially modified restrooms on second floor; accessible parking in Lot V. North Residential College: enter north or south side; accessible drinking fountains. Olin Hall: enter ramp on east side, off plaza; automatic door opener provides access at west entrance to Room 122; elevator; restrooms: men’s, north side; women’s, west side. Pardee Tower: front (north) entrance accessible; ramps on north side; elevator; accessible drinking fountain. Parking Structure A: elevator, northeast corner. Parking Structure B: no elevator available in this building. Parking Structure D: elevator, southwest corner. Parking Structure, Exposition: vehicle entrances off Exposition Boulevard and Flower Street. Accessible parking on first

floor with elevators to all levels. Pedestrian entrance at northwest corner with main access (accessible path of travel to Figueroa Street). Parking Structure One: main entrance is on ground floor at northwest corner of building next to elevators. Curb cuts available at same corner. Parkside Apartments: ramp on north side; elevators in A, F and G buildings only. Parkside Arts and Humanities Residential College: access from handicapped parking stall

on West 37th Place northwest of the building to ground level entrance and elevators. Parkside International Residential College:

access to and from disabled person parking spaces via ramps and walkways; all entry doors accessible – some doors include power assisted operators to provide access to all ground floor public spaces. All other floors accessible via elevator. Physical Education Building*: many stairs to all entrances; key elevator; ramp available on north side. Popovich Hall and Café: entrance on west side; automatic door opener at north and west entrances; fully accessible; elevator on southeast side. Powell Hall: ramp on east side; automatic door opener provides access at north entrance; all restrooms accessible. The Radisson: entrance on west side off of Figueroa. Raubenheimer Music Faculty Building: enter south side; automatic door opener at south side; elevator; restrooms on first floor; accessible drinking fountains. Registration Building: ramp off parking lot on west side; entrance on north side; only first floor accessible. Ramo Hall: enter north side; elevator; restrooms on second floor. Ronald Tutor Campus Center: enter on south side through ramp; automatic door on east side; elevator on east side; fully accessible; ballroom accessible using building SKS elevators. Salvatori Computer Science Center: enter east side, south side elevator; automatic door opener provides access at northeast entrance; accessible drinking fountain; restrooms on first floor next to elevator. Seaver Science Center: enter north or south side; ramp on west side; automatic door opener provides access at south entrance (elevator on east side of courtyard); restrooms on first floor, west side. Seeley G. Mudd Building: enter east or west side; ramp on northwest side; elevator with Braille numerals; accessible drinking fountain/ telephone, first floor; fully accessible restrooms on all floors. Social Sciences Building: enter east or west entrance; ramp on east side; basement level accessible via elevator in Waite Phillips Hall. Stabler Hall*: key operated elevator.

Stauffer Hall: ramps on southeast and north-

west sides; automatic door opener on south entrance. Stauffer Science Lecture Hall*: enter east entrance; contact DSP for special access; elevator (key). Steven and Kathryn Sample Hall: enter east, west or north side; fully accessible. Stonier Hall: chairlift on northwest side for access to first floor only. Student Health Center: entrances on south and northeast sides; restrooms on first floor; elevator; accessible drinking fountain; accessible parking on W. 34th St. Student Union: accessible entrance on west side off Childs Way and plaza in between Campus Center and Student Union; ramp on south side; elevator with Braille numerals; drinking fountain. Taper Hall: all entrances accessible; automatic door opener on east entrance; restrooms accessible on all floors; elevator with Braille numerals; accessible drinking fountain; chair lift on second floor. Town & Gown: enter from north or south side; ramp on south side. Trojan Residence Hall: ramp at south entrance; only first floor accessible. Tutor Hall and Café: enter north, south or east side; ramps on west and south sides; automatic door on north and south sides; fully accessible. University Gardens Building: entrance on west side off Figueroa. University Religious Center: ramps and rails at northwest and southeast corners of building; only ground floor rooms accessible. United University Church: ramp to basement on southwest side; elevator very small. University Club: enter east or west side. Vivian Hall: ramps on northwest and southwest sides; automatic door opener provides access at south wing entrance; elevator on south side of building. Von KleinSmid Center: all entrances accessible; automatic door opener provides access at east entrance (center building); all restrooms accessible; elevator; accessible drinking fountain; ramp on northeast side. Waite Phillips Hall: enter east or west side; elevator; accessible drinking fountains; modified restrooms: men’s, basement and second floors; women’s, first and third floors. Watt Hall: ramp on east, southeast and northeast sides; automatic door opener at east entrance; elevator on east side. Webb Tower: enter on west side; ramp on south side; elevator; accessible drinking fountain. Zumberge Hall*: contact DSP for special access; elevator (key); chair lift on east entrance.

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USC Bus Services

Track Your USC Bus You can track the location of your USC Bus at transnet.usc.edu under “USC Transit” or at usctrams.com.

The following USC Bus route schedule is for service provided Monday through Friday. (Route C also provides service on Saturday and Sunday.) The schedules change throughout the academic year; for the most accurate information, visit transnet.usc.edu and choose “USC Transit” from the top navigation menu. A ROUTE

Service from 6:10 a.m. to 9:40 p.m. USC Buses leave Leavey Library every 30 minutes. B ROUTE

Service from 6:15 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. USC Buses leave Leavey Library every 30 minutes. C ROUTE

Service from 10 p.m. to 3:20 a.m. USC Buses leave Leavey Library every 20 minutes, seven days a week. PARKING CENTER ROUTE

Service from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. USC Buses leave the Parking Center approximately every 15 minutes. INTERCAMPUS SERVICE (ICS) FROM UPC TO HSC

Service to HSC from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. ICS departs JEP House at the following times: every 30 minutes between 7 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5:05 p.m., 6 p.m., 7:05 p.m. The ICS that leaves on the hour between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m. will stop at Union Station, along with the 2:30 p.m., 3:45 p.m., 4:30 p.m., 5 p.m., 5:05 p.m., 6 p.m., 7:05 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.

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Service to UPC from 7 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. ICS departs Eastlake and San Pablo at the following times: every 30 minutes between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m., and also at 3 p.m., 3:55 p.m., 4:20 p.m., 5:05 p.m., 5:20 p.m., 5:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 9:15 p.m. and 10 p.m. The ICS that leaves on the hour between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. will stop at Union Station, along with the 3:55 p.m., 4:20 p.m., 5:20 p.m., 5:45 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m., 7:45 p.m., 9:15 p.m. and 10 p.m.

UNION STATION USC BUS SERVICE

Service is provided to and from Union Station for both the University Park (UPC) and Health Sciences (HSC) campuses. The USC Bus picks up passengers outside the main lobby of Union Station, adjacent to the taxi and bus pick-up area known as Berth 4. Scheduled service to UPC begins at 6 a.m. and ends at 3:10 p.m. Scheduled service to HSC begins at 6:05 a.m. and ends at 3:20 p.m. Both routes run every 10-20 minutes during prime morning hours. UPC to Union Station

Service is provided from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. USC Buses leave from the JEP House or the corner of 34th and McClintock Avenue every hour from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every 10-20 minutes during prime afternoon/evening hours. HSC to Union Station

Service is provided from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. USC Buses leave from the corner of Eastlake and San Pablo every hour from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every 10-20 minutes during prime afternoon/ evening hours. BUNKER HILL/EXECUTIVE HEALTH CENTER UPC to Downtown Executive Health Center/Bunker Hill

Service to Bunker Hill departs Alumni House (Gate 2) every 30 minutes between 7:30 a.m and 4:30 p.m. Van will stop en route at ATT (City Center) and CAL Plaza. Van departs Bunker Hill on the hour between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Van will stop en route at Hope St./Hope Pl. and at the AT&T building (City Center). HSC to Downtown Executive Health Center/Bunker Hill

Departs HCC 1 to Bunker Hill: 9 a.m., 10:20 a.m., 11:40 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:20 p.m., 3:40 p.m. and 5 p.m. Departs Bunker Hill to HCC 1: 9:20 a.m., 10:40 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:20 p.m., 2:40 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5:20 p.m. ALHAMBRA

Departs Eastlake and San Pablo Stop for Building 1 at Alhambra: 7:40 a.m., 8:20 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:20 p.m., 1:40 p.m., 3 p.m., 4:20 p.m. and 5:40 p.m. Departs Building 1 at Alhambra for Eastlake and San Pablo Stop: 8 a.m., 8:40 a.m., 10 a.m., 11:20 a.m., 12:40 p.m., 2 p.m., 3:20 p.m., 4:40 p.m. and 6 p.m.

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Van service from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Stops at ICT and ISI. Van departs Watt Way at 8 a.m., 9:45 a.m., 12 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Van departs ISI at 8:45 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 4:45 p.m. and 6:15 p.m. Van departs ICT at 8:50 a.m., 10:20 a.m., 12:50 p.m., 2:20 p.m., 4:50 p.m. and 6:20 p.m. MTA BUS SERVICE

MTA Bus service is also provided from Union Station to the University Park Campus on bus line 442. Bus lines 70 and 71 provide transportation between Union Station and the Health Sciences Campus.

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Getting Started

Exploring Los

The beginning of the school year can be an overwhelming experience. These guidelines can help you get started quickly and easily. This section points you in the right direction for Internet setup and housing information, locating a job or internship, and obtaining a parking permit and student ID card. Information about orientation programs and registering for classes is also included.

Computing

Employment/Internships

Computing Question: Where can I obtain information about scholarships? Answer: Check with the Financial Aid office or your school for information on USCspecific scholarships. There are also many scholarship searches online. Free Online Scholarship Search Engines College Board Scholarship Search collegeboard.org FastWeb fastweb.com Peterson’s Scholarship Search petersons.com Scholarships.com scholarships.com

Information Technology Services Customer Support Center (213) 740-5555 Email: consult@usc.edu usc.edu/its Information Technology Services offers many resources to meet your computing needs and help you achieve your academic goals. As a USC student, you will receive access to the following services, among others: • • • • • • • • • •

email Internet personal Website space high-speed wireless network free security software for download online course management system (Blackboard) computing centers mobile access to Blackboard and USC content online computer training computing help

USC COMPUTING ACCOUNT

Before activating your USC computing account, you must be registered for classes or have paid your tuition deposit and certified that you will be attending USC. You must also agree to observe the university’s computing policies, which are listed online at usc.edu/its/policies. When you are ready to activate your USC computing account, visit usc.edu/firstlogin.

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As a USC student, you receive a special Gmail account that allows you to use your @usc.edu email address. The account gives you over seven gigabytes of online storage space and provides access to Google’s online word processing and spreadsheet programs, sharable calendars and more. You may sign up after you have completed the first login process. See usc.edu/its/google for eligibility and activation instructions.

Employment and Internships Career Center (213) 740-9111 (213) 740-9755 (FAX) Student Union 110 Email: careers@usc.edu careers.usc.edu EMPLOYMENT

There are two types of jobs you can hold while attending school: work-study and non work-study.

Work-Study

To be eligible for Federal Work-Study, you must apply for financial aid, demonstrate financial need and be awarded work-study in your Statement of Financial Aid Eligibility. Federal Work-Study awards range from $800-3,500 per year. If you have Federal Work-Study eligibility listed on your statement, you can work for an employer in an approved Federal WorkStudy job (most are located on campus). Job Openings

Job openings are posted online with connectSC. Visit careers.usc.edu to sign up. Many departments advertise in the Daily Trojan, on posted flyers around campus or through word-of-mouth. The Career Center can also help with your search. Wages

Wages vary depending on the employer and the position. If you work on campus (work-study or not), you will be paid every two weeks for the number of hours worked during the previous pay period. Non Work-Study

If you have not been awarded workstudy in your financial aid package, please visit the Career Center or look on connectSC at careers.usc.edu for help in finding open positions. INTERNSHIPS

Internships provide students with an opportunity to gain practical work experience for an edge on the job market after graduation. How can I find an internship?

• Register online at careers.usc.edu. • Visit the Career Center and speak with an internship adviser.

• Inquire at your academic department for internship opportunities. • Check connectSC listings (careers.usc.edu) and the iNet Internship Consortium (accessed through connectSC). • Use the Career Center library and other locations to search publications. • Check out USC Career Fairs and other job fairs, professional associations, student organizations and community service/volunteer groups. • Explore Internet job search sites. Links to many sites can be found on the Career Center Website (careers.usc.edu). • Generate contacts through friends, family, current/former employers, classmates, faculty members, clubs and other networking avenues. Are internships paid?

An internship can be paid or non-paid. If the internship is paid, academic credit is not necessary. When the internship is not for pay, you must receive academic credit. For detailed information, please contact the Career Center. When should I start looking for an internship?

The second semester of your freshman year is considered an early start. Allow yourself at least one semester of academic study to adjust to the rigors of life at USC. During the academic year, it is a good idea to begin looking for an internship the semester prior to your desired placement. How can I earn academic credit for my internship?

To obtain academic credit for an internship, you need to contact the appropriate academic department to make the necessary arrangements.

Financial Aid

John Hubbard Hall (JHH) Lobby (213) 740-4444 (telephone counseling) usc.edu/contactfao usc.edu/financialaid USC administers one of the largest financial aid budgets in the country, and more than 60 percent of students receive some type of financial aid. Awards are made to students who demonstrate financial need and meet all eligibility requirements and deadlines. It is your responsibility to reapply for financial aid each year for the next academic year, adhering to published deadlines and procedures. Application information is available online in early December at usc.edu/financialaid. UNDERGRADUATE FINANCIAL AID

Undergraduate financial aid includes merit scholarships, need-based grants, low-interest loans and work-study. Need-based Programs

USC has a long tradition of meeting the full amount of the USC-determined financial need for undergraduate financial aid applicants who satisfy eligibility requirements and meet all deadlines. In determining financial aid eligibility, the USC Financial Aid Office strives to distribute funds as equitably and generously as possible. The family is expected to be the primary source of funding for college; financial aid is intended to supplement the family contribution. Financial aid applicants must be U.S. citizens or eligible non-citizens, and must meet all other eligibility criteria. Applicants must meet the standards for Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) published in the USC Catalogue (usc.edu/catalogue). If you receive financial aid, the combination of any merit-based awards and all financial aid may not exceed your USC-determined financial need. The total amount of financial aid you receive, both needbased and merit-based, cannot exceed your total cost of attendance.

GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL STUDENT FINANCIAL AID

As a graduate student, the primary source of support is likely to be your academic department or professional school. Together with the Graduate School, USC departments and schools award a long list of grants, graduate fellowships and assistantships. Awards from agency sponsors and scholarships from sources outside the university are also significant sources of support. Doctoral students at USC receive extensive financial support that enables them to devote full attention to their Ph.D. studies. Graduate and professional students who meet eligibility requirements may also apply for low-interest federal student loans and work-study through the Financial Aid Office.

• Private student loans are not eligible for Federal Income-Based Repayment Plans. • Private student loans are not eligible for Federal Economic Hardship Deferments. FOR MORE INFORMATION

Complete details are available at usc.edu/financialaid. The best way to contact the Financial Aid Office is by telephone at (213) 7404444. Additionally, financial aid representatives are available by email via usc.edu/contactfao.

FINANCING OPTIONS FOR UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS

In addition to financial aid and scholarships, USC has several financing options available. The USC Payment Plan is a short-term option that allows the family to divide the cost of each semester into five monthly payments. The USC Tuition Prepayment Plan lets the family prepay tuition for future semesters at the current rate. In addition, several federal and private long-term loan programs enable the family to spread the cost of education over several years. Prior to applying for private financing, students should exhaust all Federal Title IV assistance available, including Federal Pell Grants, the Federal Stafford Loan, Federal Graduate PLUS Loan and the Federal Parent PLUS Loan. The repayment terms of federal loan programs may be more favorable than those for private loan programs. • Private student loans may not be included in Federal Direct Consolidation Loans.

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Health Insurance

Health Insurance Question: Where can I go to buy supplies for my residence hall room or apartment? Answer: The “Exploring Los Angeles” section contains information about the nearest shopping locations. See page 128 for more details.

USC Student Health Insurance Plan Executive Director: Dr. Lawrence Neinstein (213) 740-0551 Email: b.well@usc.edu usc.edu/uphc The university requires that all students have health insurance. This will help to cover the cost of health care that cannot be obtained at the University Park Health Center, especially in emergency situations where hospitalization may be required. All students carrying six units or more are automatically enrolled in, and charged for, the USC student health insurance plan. All Ph.D., international and Health Sciences Campus students are required to have health insurance and are automatically enrolled in this plan, even if they carry less than six units. The health insurance plan works in conjunction with the university’s student health centers. For this reason, all students enrolled in the insurance plan are required to pay the student health fee and access their primary care at the student health center on their campus. Although the student health fee covers most services rendered at the health center, there is a nominal fee for some

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services that include: laboratory tests, prescriptions, immunizations, copies of X-rays and copies of medical records. It is important to remember that the health fee will not cover the cost of hospitalization or specialty care that cannot be obtained at the health center. For this coverage, you are required to carry supplemental health insurance. WAIVER REQUIREMENTS

Enrollment in the USC student health insurance plan will only be waived and the premium charge removed from the fee bill if documented proof of health coverage from another plan is presented with the waiver request using the online waiver application. The deadlines to request a waiver are: fall 2012: September 14, 2012; spring 2013: February 1, 2013. In order to receive a waiver of the USC student health insurance plan, the insurance presented must meet the following requirements: • •

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Must provide at least $500,000 in lifetime aggregate coverage (no per incident maximums). Policy must have no major exclusions: pharmacy coverage, mental health coverage and maternity coverage (for female students) are required. Must have effective dates covering the entire semester for which the waiver is requested: fall 2012 (August 20, 2012 through January 13, 2013); spring/summer 2013 (January 14, 2013 through August 18, 2013). Must have a policy deductible of $2,500 or less. Must pay for at least 70 percent of covered expenses to providers in the Los Angeles area. Emergency coverage only in Los Angeles is not accepted for a waiver. Maximum out-of-pocket expense on the policy (deductible plus out-of-pocket maximum) must not exceed $7,500. Must provide identification card or policy with student’s name and/or policy information allowing USC to confirm eligibility.

For more information please email the Student Health Insurance Office at b.well@usc.edu or call (213) 740-0551. STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE FOR STUDENTS STUDYING OVERSEAS

Students enrolled in overseas study programs are required to have one of the insurance plans through USC. Students

already enrolled in the USC plan are covered overseas. Students who waive the USC student health insurance plan are automatically enrolled in the USC overseas studies health insurance plan for the duration of their programs. STUDENT DENTAL PLAN

Dental coverage for students is available for purchase and billed to the student’s account. Dental coverage is not automatic and must be purchased. Dependent coverage will also be available at a separate premium rate. Coverage is for the entire year and must be purchased by September 14, 2012. Spring enrollment will only be allowed for new incoming students in the spring semester. Plan details are available at usc.edu/uphc.

Housing Housing Office (213) 740-2546 or (800) USC-4632 (4ME2) (213) 740-8488 (FAX) Parking Structure X, first floor Email: housing@usc.edu housing.usc.edu The university provides a wide variety of housing options, both on- and offcampus. More than 50 university-owned apartments and residence halls offer residential colleges and a wide assortment of special interest programs as well as housing for graduate and married students. In addition, USC Housing manages seven apartment buildings owned by R.W. Selby that also house USC students. Housing is available during the academic year. Housing applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Freshmen applying by the May deadline are guaranteed housing. Each January, the online USC Housing Renewal (UHR) process gives current residents the opportunity to receive priority over non-residents for housing in the next academic year. Returning freshmen are guaranteed housing in their sophomore year. Limited spaces are available in the summer; a separate application, available in March, is required. There are 10 Customer Service Centers located conveniently throughout USC Housing to serve your needs. Customer service representatives at each location can provide you with assistance and information.

Orientation Programs Orientation Programs (213) 740-7767 Student Union B-7 Email: orient@usc.edu usc.edu/orientation Orientation Programs promotes the smooth transition and positive adjustment of students into the USC community. The office coordinates programs and produces publications to help familiarize incoming students and their families with the academic opportunities, university policies, student involvement resources and campus services that are available to them. In addition to freshman and transfer orientation during the summer, various programs are available including: MOVE-IN DAY

Move-In Day, held the Wednesday before the first day of classes, is the time when most students move into their residence halls or apartments. The university provides services and assistance in answering questions to make the move-in process a smooth and comfortable one. WELCOME WEEK

Beginning on Move-In Day, a series of welcoming activities provides you with a chance to explore the academic, social and cultural communities that you will be a part of while at USC. Programs such as the New Student Convocation, Microseminars, welcome barbecue, spirit rally, and social and cultural events offer opportunities for you to get involved in campus life. The Involvement Fair concludes the welcoming activities. A publication outlining the series is mailed to new students in early August. SPRING WELCOME

Spring Welcome for new students admitted for the spring semester occurs the Thursday and Friday prior to the start of classes. Activities include an off-site retreat, leadership activities, icebreakers and workshops to help students better understand the university. The Involvement Fair concludes the welcoming activities during the first week of classes. The Spring Welcome schedule for new students is available online in early December. INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ORIENTATION

All new international students are required to attend International Student Orientation, held the week prior to the start of classes. International Student

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Orientation includes workshops on transitioning to USC and the United States, as well as information on academic and student services. Students will also complete required paperwork to register for classes, including passport and degree verification. GRADUATE ORIENTATION

A one-day graduate student orientation is offered in August for newly admitted graduate students. The graduate student orientation includes an overview of the graduate student experience and an introduction to the Graduate School, along with workshops and information on academic and student services, research, library and computer resources, health services, safety and involvement activities. Academic departments and schools may also offer their own orientation programs for incoming graduate students. Contact your academic department for more information. MID-YEAR ORIENTATION

If you are a new student entering the university in the spring, you may attend a mid-year orientation session in December or January. This program includes academic advisement, student life discussions and presentations on student services. The two-day session is geared for incoming freshmen and the one-day session is geared toward transfer students. ORIENTATION ADVISERS

Each year orientation advisers are selected and trained to facilitate the transition of new students and their families to USC. The application process for on-campus orientation advisers begins in September, with the position starting in the spring semester.

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Off-campus Living

“Apartments are available around the outskirts of the campus. They range from very good to poor; vary in size, and some have swimming pools and other recreational facilities. Most rents average $60-110 a month

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USC Transportation (213) 740-3575 620 McCarthy Way, PSX usc.edu/parking

ment managers require leases, so be sure to

Parking permits from USC Transportation offer you a parking space in a designated lot or parking structure, regardless of the time of day you arrive on campus. You have the option of choosing a facility on campus, parking at the USC Parking Center or at the newer parking structures, PS1 or PS2. Even if you aren’t on campus every day, you can park in a reduced fee daily parking lot. It all depends on your schedule. The university offers permits tailored to meet your particular needs.

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check the conditions of the lease thoroughly before you sign anything or move in.”

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California ID To get a California ID, you need to apply at a DMV office. See “Exploring Los Angeles – State Services” on page 133 for more information.

If you live in university housing, USC Transportation also has options for you. Resident permits are available from USC Transportation. You will be asked to present your USC student ID, a signed housing contract and proof of vehicle registration at the time you obtain your permit. Regardless of whether you drive a car, truck, motorcycle or scooter, USC Transportation has a space for you. Just keep in mind that all vehicles need to have valid permits and abide by the university’s parking rules and regulations that are distributed when you are issued your permit. These regulations include speed limits, designated no parking zones, special areas set aside for motorcycle and scooter parking and general information. You should also read the Scooter/Motorcycle Policy in the University Governance section of this guidebook (page 180). Violators are issued parking citations by officers who patrol campus throughout the day. If you receive a citation that you feel is unwarranted, you may file an appeal through the USC Transportation office or online at usc.edu/parking. To avoid receiving a parking citation or having your vehicle impounded, take a few minutes to read the materials provided to you at the time you receive your permit. UNIVERSITY PARKING CENTER

USC Bus service to the University Parking Center, located on Grand Avenue, operates Monday through Friday between 6:30 a.m. and 10:45 p.m. USC Bus picks up and drops off passengers at the parking center near the lower level lobby approximately every 15 minutes. Stops are made at six other locations.

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RIDESHARING

Parking on campus can be difficult. We encourage you to find rides with other USC students on our Zimride rideshare community (zimride.usc.edu). Whether you have a car and want to split costs or you are looking for a ride, post it to Zimride and find others heading the same way. Once on campus, we have plenty of Zipcars for you to use by the hour (zipcar.com/usc).

Registering for Classes If you did not register for classes during regular registration or during orientation, you must register during open registration. Open registration is held before the first day of classes. Instructions on registration procedures, dates,

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department locations and bill payment can be found in the Schedule of Classes (usc.edu/soc).

Student Affairs The Student Affairs Website (studentaffairs.usc.edu) is your online resource for the many services and programs offered by the Division of Student Affairs. We are devoted to creating an integrated experience that helps students reach their educational, personal and professional aspirations. We help to create a campus community in which students are prepared to contribute to a changing world. Student Affairs encompasses academic support, campus activities, career services, cultural and advocacy centers, health services, international services, publications, residential education, and numerous other departments and programs. Visit our Student Affairs Website for more information about our departments, programs, ways to get involved on campus, and how to submit a question or concern.

Student ID Card The USCard, your official student ID, is a must for all USC students and should be carried at all times while on campus. The card, which identifies you as a currently enrolled student, entitles you to various privileges and other convenient uses including: the University Library System, the Lyon Center and other recreational facilities. It also provides you with check cashing privileges at the Cashier’s Office and access to your USC housing complex, elected meal plan and many computer centers located on campus.

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Your student ID card may also be used to activate an optional discretionary or prepaid account that allows you to purchase a variety of on-campus products and services. USCard accounts work just like a debit or checking account, where you make initial deposits and instead of using cash, checks or credit cards, you simply “swipe” your card. Purchases are deducted from your USCard account, and the balance declines accordingly. You can manage an array of options with your USCard online at usc.edu/uscard, including checking your balance and transaction history and adding funds to your card. If your student ID card has been lost or stolen, please visit usc.edu/uscard and immediately deactivate your card. You may also call USCard Customer Services at (213) 740-8709. Your card will be deactivated immediately, or at the start of the next business day if reported after hours. You can request a replacement card at one of USCard’s Customer Service locations or at usc.edu/uscard. If you upload an image and request your USCard online during preorientation homework, your card will be ready for pick-up during orientation. (Refer to the schedule for exact time and location.) Your card may also be obtained in person from the USCard Customer Service offices located in Parking Structure X at the University Park Campus or in the Seaver Lobby at the Health Sciences Campus. However, we recommend you upload a digital image in advance. Check out the details on the Web at usc.edu/uscard. You are required to get a student ID during your first semester at USC. Cards issued after a student’s initial semester of enrollment are subject to a replacement fee.

The student ID card is valid for USC identification purposes only and may not be used for age verification. You may be liable for any unauthorized use of your card prior to notifying the USCard Office in writing of possible loss or theft. As a USCard holder, you agree to comply with all regulations and uses of the card. USCard funds are nontransferable. If you attempt to use someone else’s ID card, you may be referred to the Office of Community Standards and Judicial Affairs.

Tours, Campus Admission Center (213) 740-6605 Tutor Campus Center 202 usc.edu/visitusc Student tour guides conduct tours each year for approximately 75,000 individuals and organizations, including prospective students, alumni and friends of the university. Walking tours are offered Monday through Friday throughout the day. Please check online at usc.edu/visitusc for availability.

Tuition and Fees Cashier’s Office (213) 740-7471 Student Union 106 Your bill for tuition, fees, housing and other charges must be paid (or you must make a satisfactory arrangement with Student Financial Services) before the deadline published in the Schedule of Classes (usc.edu/soc) each term and in the Calendar section, page 8, or late fees and/ or finance charges will be assessed. Instructions and information about payment of your bills are published in the Schedule of Classes and the USC Catalogue. During registration there are designated areas for various forms of payment. In accordance with the university’s email notification policy (see University Governance, page 158), USC sends monthly billing notices via email to you and your guest users. You can view your account or make payments by logging in to OASIS or myUSC and selecting the USCe.pay link. General student account information is available online at usc.edu/sfs.

University Philosophy PRINCIPLES OF COMMUNITY

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a central responsibility for providing students services and resources that will assist in all aspects of their development. We further seek to foster a scholarly community in which an individual’s participation in academic dialogue will be considered on its merits — and not denigrated or disregarded based on personal characteristics or group identity. Consistent with this charge, the division has adopted the following statement of guiding principles. USC is a multicultural community of scholars from diverse racial, ethnic and class backgrounds, national origins, religious and political beliefs, physical abilities and sexual orientations. This diversity enriches all of our activities and everyday interactions, and we strive to learn from each other in an atmosphere of positive engagement and mutual respect. As a scholarly community, we aspire to create an environment in which racism, sexism, ageism, xenophobia and homophobia do not go unchallenged. All who work, live, study and teach in the USC community are here by choice. As part of that choice, we share a commitment to these principles as an integral part of USC’s mission.

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manner, and a commitment to respecting the rights and dignity of all persons. As faculty, staff, students and trustees, we each bear responsibility not only for the ethics of our own behavior, but also for building USC’s stature as an ethical institution. We recognize that the fundamental relationships upon which our university is based are those between individual students and individual professors; thus, such relationships are especially sacred and deserve special care that they not be prostituted or exploited for base motives or personal gain.

David Dulberg, Broadcast Journalism major, Scottsdale, AZ

CODE OF ETHICS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

At the University of Southern California, ethical behavior is predicated on two main pillars: a commitment to discharging our obligations to others in a fair and honest

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A GLIMPSE OF TROJAN HISTORY

Blood Donations

“The USC Blood Assurance Program provides blood when it is needed to students, faculty, staff, and their families. Three on-campus blood drives are conducted yearly, and everyone in the USC community is urged to donate blood regularly.”

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When we make promises as an institution or as individuals who are authorized to speak on behalf of USC, we keep those promises, including especially the promises expressed and implied in our Role and Mission Statement. We try to do what is right even if no one is watching us or compelling us to do the right thing. We promptly and openly identify and disclose conflicts of interest on the part of faculty, staff, students, trustees and the institution as a whole, and we take appropriate steps to either eliminate such conflicts or ensure that they do not compromise the integrity of the individuals involved or that of the university. We nurture an environment of mutual respect and tolerance. As members of the USC community, we treat everyone with respect and dignity, even when the values, beliefs, behavior or background of a person or group is repugnant to us. This last is one of the bedrocks of ethical behavior at USC and the basis of civil discourse within our academic community. Because we are responsible not only for ourselves but also for others, we speak out against hatred and bigotry whenever and wherever we find them. We do not harass, mistreat, belittle, harm or take unfair advantage of anyone. We do not tolerate plagiarism, lying, deliberate misrepresentation, theft, scientific fraud, cheating, invidious discrimination or ill use of our fellow human beings – whether such persons be volunteer subjects of scientific research, peers, patients, superiors, subordinates, students, professors, trustees, parents, alumni, donors or members of the public. We do not misappropriate the university’s resources or resources belonging to others that are entrusted to our care, nor do we permit any such misappropriation to go unchallenged. We are careful to distinguish between legal behavior on the one hand and ethical behavior on the other, knowing that, while the two overlap in many areas, they are at bottom quite distinct from each other. While we follow legal requirements, we must never lose sight of ethical considerations.

Because of the special bonds that bind us together as members of the Trojan Family, we have a familial duty as well as a fiduciary duty to one another. Our faculty and staff are attentive to the well-being of students and others who are entrusted to our care or who are especially vulnerable, including patients, volunteer subjects of research, and the children in our day care and community outreach programs. By respecting the rights and dignity of others, and by striving for fairness and honesty in our dealings with others, we create an ethical university of which we can all be proud, and which will serve as a bright beacon for all peoples in our day and in the centuries to come. Adopted by the Board of Trustees of the University of Southern California, March 28, 2004.

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Want to know what kind of services and programs are available on campus? Need to know who is on the Student Affairs Council for your department? This section provides the information needed to make the most of your Trojan experience.

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Asian Pacific American Student Services Director: Sumun Pendakur (213) 740-4999 Student Union 410 usc.edu/apass

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Sizana Ezana, American Studies and Ethnicity major, Silver Spring, MD

USC Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS) is a multifaceted department focused on the education, engagement and empowerment of students. APASS has a two-fold mission: to facilitate Asian Pacific American participation, dialogue, community-building and empowerment, while at the same time, serving as a source of crosscultural educational programming for the entire campus. APASS programs include orientation, leadership development, service-learning and community immersion, career and peer mentoring, cross-cultural and educational programs, academic collaborations, and individual and collective advocacy.

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We understand the distinctive needs among the different ethnicities within our Asian Pacific American community, and we derive strength from our diversity. THE APA NETWORK

Involvement with APASS starts by joining the “Asian Pacific American Network,” the easiest way to connect with the APA community on and off campus. Students can join the Network online at usc.edu/apass. APA STUDENT WELCOME

APASS provides a special half-day orientation on the Sunday of Welcome Week for incoming Asian Pacific American freshmen and transfer students. The fun and interactive program was designed to introduce Asian Pacific American undergraduate students to each other, student leaders and the APASS department. This free event includes brunch and the largest APA involvement fair on campus, which represents over 40 student and community organizations. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

APASS implements various programs and activities designed to enhance leadership development, including campus and community-based programs designed for educational or advocacy purposes. Our flagship leadership development program is called CIRCLE (Critical Issues in Race, Class and Leadership Education). Now in its 25th year, CIRCLE is a semesterlong introduction to Asian Pacific American community issues, the field of Asian American studies and leadership training. With a focus on engagement and dialogue, the program prepares APA students to understand the diverse needs of the community and gain effective tools to engage with societal issues, while encouraging students to take action on important issues. COMMUNITY RESOURCES

APASS supplies information about scholarships, volunteer and employment opportunities, and internships. In addition, APASS offers TiE (Together in Empowerment), a community-based, paid internship program open to undergraduate and graduate students. Students develop skill sets in one of three areas: policy and advocacy; fundraising and development; or outreach and organizing.

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APASS offers two premiere mentoring programs. Get professional mentoring and take advantage of skill-building workshops through Connections!, a career development program that matches undergraduate students with alumni, graduate students or other professionals for career and academic guidance. Positive Experiences, Enriching Relationships (PEER), a first-year transition and success program that matches each student to a highly trained, upperclass mentor, is available to freshmen and transfer students. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

APASS works with student and community organizations and academic departments to provide unique educational opportunities not offered by traditional student programming. From workshops to exposure trips to service learning opportunities, students can gain cross-cultural knowledge as well as learn about the various Asian Pacific American communities, their issues and their experiences. APASS offers two Alternative Spring Break trips – one to Manzanar (the former internment camp used to house Japanese Americans during World War II) focusing on civil liberties, and one to Hawai’i engaging the Native Hawaiian experience. In addition, in collaboration with the Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs and El Centro Chicano, APASS offers Project ReMiX: Exploring the Mixed Race Generation (year-round programming focused on multiracial and interracial student and community issues). APASS also offers targeted, cross-cultural programming, such as the DESI Project (Defining and Exploring South Asian Issues) and PULE (Promoting Unity, Liberation, and Education), our Pacific Islander initiative.

Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs Director: Corliss P. Bennett Asst. Director: Rosalind Conerly (213) 740-8257 (213) 740-3298 (FAX) Student Union 415 Email: cbcsa@usc.edu usc.edu/cbcsa The Center for Black Cultural and Student Affairs (CBCSA) provides a wide range of support services, programs and cultural activities aimed at the development of undergraduate and graduate students. CBCSA is committed to creating an environment that

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THE RONALD TUTOR CAMPUS CENTER

The Ronald Tutor Campus Center (TCC) is a four-story 193,000 square-foot complex with more than 30 meeting rooms, designated lounges, an expansive ballroom, and several department offices and dining options, including: Admission Center

CORE PROGRAMS Alternative Spring Break (ASB): Montgomery, AL

This service learning program allows students to explore historical events and legislation that have had an impact on the South. ASB participants take part in outings, engage in discussions and help enhance a community in need. Students work with Habitat for Humanity and visit historical monuments and museums related to the Civil Rights Movement. Distinguished Speaker Series

The purpose of the series is to create a greater sense of community by introducing students to faculty from various disciplines and discussing important themes impacting the Black community locally and globally. Students explore ideas, concepts, and historical and current events and challenge themselves to shift from cultural knowledge to cultural competence. Dr. Thomas Kilgore Honor Showcase

Undergraduate and graduate students have a unique opportunity to exhibit and share examples of significant research, projects and creativity with the university and surrounding community. Students present work through poster/ panel sessions, art exhibits and electronic media. The award ceremony recognizes outstanding works and students are awarded scholarships. An awards ceremony also includes an affirmation component for first-year freshmen and first-year transfer students who earn a 3.0 or higher GPA in their first semester at USC. EXCEL

This program utilizes workshops, seminars, film screenings and discussion groups to engage students in a variety of topics for personal and professional development. Students are introduced to phenomenal speakers, community leaders, artists and films, which broaden students’ perspectives, knowledge and insight. HBCU Exchange Program

The HBCU Exchange Program allows students to experience college life at a historically Black college or university (HBCU) and to examine academic and cultural themes within the framework of a different educational system. Students

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Asian Pacific Alumni Association Lambda LGBT Alumni Association Alumnae support groups

Campus Center Administration explore the distinctive opportunities of a HBCU while further exploring the diversity of the Black community in a unique and supportive environment. Somerville Place

This residential community, established in 1995, is named after John and Vada Somerville. This community creates an environment that nurtures academic success, leadership, self-direction and personal growth by successfully transitioning first-year students into university life. This successful transition allows residents to excel academically and emerge as campus leaders. Somerville Place also aims to foster an understanding of, and respect for, Black culture, while cultivating a sense of family and community. SIGNATURE EVENTS Black Welcome Week

This week – a collaborative effort between CBCSA, the Black Student Assembly (BSA) and Black student organizations – introduces new and returning students to the multiple and diverse cultural events and opportunities that are part of the Trojan experience. Activities range from engaging students in civic and community service to enjoying cultural foods while socializing with students, faculty and staff.

Black Family Weekend

Held in conjunction with USC’s Trojan Family Weekend, CBCSA and the Black Student Assembly invite students and their parents to an annual soul food dinner on Friday evening. On Saturday, three hours before the USC football game, CBCSA hosts a family tailgate picnic. On Sunday, we wrap things up with the family worship service and brunch. Black History Month

Black History Month serves to promote, preserve, interpret and disseminate information to the university community about the life, history and culture of descendants of the African Diaspora. African American Cultural Celebration

Bridging our past with our present, this annual celebration offers traditional rites of passage that recognize and affirm students of African descent who have completed a rigorous journey through academia at USC. This well attended and highly anticipated event unites students, families and friends through culture and achievement. The ceremony is traditionally held on the Thursday evening before USC commencement, honoring undergraduate, graduate and professional students.

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encourages intellectual, professional and cultural growth of students of African descent entering and completing degree programs. CBCSA’s five major areas of focus are cultural and community awareness, leadership, professional development, social enrichment and retention.

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Project ReMiX: Exploring the Mixed Race Generation

Pre-college and Community College Outreach

Project ReMiX is a monthly, interactive discussion series that explores issues facing the mixed race generation – a growing population in the United States and especially at USC. Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS), CBCSA and El Centro Chicano (ECC) provide the program to attract students who might not otherwise seek out our specific cultural centers.

CBCSA is committed to providing visiting students with insight into college life, encouraging them to pursue higher education despite current and foreseeable obstacles. Targeting students from as early as 4th grade through community college, the program offers participants a university tour followed by a presentation headed by one or more CBCSA staff members. Most presentations include a panel of USC’s African American students of diverse backgrounds, who share their rich and varied college experiences. The panel concludes with USC students answering any questions that visiting students have concerning college life. This outreach program serves as another vehicle for USC students to give back to the community while enhancing their experience at USC.

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CBCSA, in conjunction with the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) Resource Center, holds an annual discussion during the month of February addressing being black and gay. Unity through Community: Black and Latino Overnight Experience

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The Overnight Experience gives newly admitted high school seniors the opportunity to experience life at USC by staying overnight with current USC students after an entertaining and engaging evening of events. The purpose of the Overnight Experience is to assist in the recruitment of African American and Latino students by exposing them to the student experience at USC. The program’s partners are the Office of Admission, El Centro Chicano, Black Student Assembly and Latino Student Assembly.

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Real Talk Tuesdays

From 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays, students have the opportunity to drop by the center and participate in informal conversation on the hot topic of the week. Staff and/or faculty will join the discussions on a monthly basis.

USC Bookstores Director: Daniel Lincoln Archer (213) 740-3558 (213) 740-5203 (FAX) uscbookstore.com facebook.com/USCBookstores twitter.com/uscbookstore The USC Bookstores are a university owned and operated resource that provide students, faculty and staff members with a variety of products and services, including general books, textbooks, school supplies, spirit and fashion clothing, gift items, flowers, computer equipment and much more. You can also shop the USC Bookstores online. Our online store offers all of the USC gifts and apparel that you find in the campus store, as well as thousands of book titles, textbook reservations and rentals. Find us at uscbookstore.com. You can also call (800) 447-8620 to request a USC gift catalogue or place an order. GROUND LEVEL USC Computer Store

(213) 740-7692 The USC Computer Store offers a wide selection of the latest technology at an academic discount for students, staff and faculty. Software from Avid, Microsoft, Adobe and other manufactur-

ers is available at up to 80 percent off retail prices. The USC Computer Store carries plenty of peripherals and accessories, including external hard drives, flash drives, printers, ink, digital cameras, carrying cases and even video games. The USC Computer Store is also your on-campus source for every type of iPod and iPad. To keep up-to-date on the newest gadgets and store promotions, like our Facebook page at facebook.com/ USCComputerStore and follow us on Twitter at USCComputerStor. Gift and Fashion Boutique

(213) 821-5565 The Ground Floor Boutique features fashion brands such as Hudson, 7 For All Mankind, Joe’s, Quiksilver, RVCA and Nike. Some of our other stylish selections include: • Eyewear by Rayban, Spy, Von Zipper and Oakley • Footwear by Rainbow, Havaianas and Sanuk • Cosmetics by Smashbox, Bare Escentuals, Kiehl’s, Bliss, Philosophy and brand name fragrances • Papyrus greeting cards, gift wrap and stationery • Jewelry, candles, glassware, home decor and many other gifts FIRST LEVEL General Books, Special Book Order Services, Convenience Items

(213) 740-9030 The first floor’s variety of merchandise includes General Books, featuring selections of USC faculty publications and USC gift books. The Special Order Services department can obtain virtually any book currently in print and usually fills your order within two weeks. Place your order by phone, in person, on our Website or by fax to (213) 740-9038. Other products offered on the first floor include posters, calendars, magazines, test guides, Hasbro games and nutritional supplements. The convenience store section is packed with supplies for your fast-paced campus life. Everything from protein drinks and fresh sandwiches to laundry detergent and aluminum foil can be found here. Customer Service and Operations

(213) 740-0066 or (213) 740-5200 Customer Service oversees the shopping experience of the USC Bookstores’ customers. In addition to providing general information, customer checkout and handling returns and exchanges, Operations oversees the purchasing,

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and compile them into a convenient, customized “anthology” of class readings and assignments. Special care and focus is devoted to each step to create a professional, high-quality customized coursepack. SATELLITE STORES USC Health Sciences Bookstore

1969 Zonal Avenue Health Sciences Campus (HSC) (323) 442-2674 or (888) 571-5086 (323) 442-3199 (FAX)

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(213) 743-1599 We have fresh-cut flowers and plants for pick-up at the Radisson Hotel, USC Bookstore and the University Hospital Gift Shop. We offer custom arrangements for all occasions, with delivery to all buildings on the University Park and Health Sciences campuses. You may pay with cash, a major credit card, USCard or an internal requisition. Please call to order. SECOND LEVEL Gift Department

(213) 740-GIFT (4438) The bookstore’s Gift Department offers a complete selection of official USC logo merchandise, including: • Hats and apparel • Framed memorabilia • Class rings, diploma frames and graduation announcements • Gift items, glassware, backpacks, license frames and more THIRD LEVEL Supplies

(213) 740-8997 The Supplies department carries art, office and school supplies, calculators, telephones, bike locks, planners and personal music systems. Is is also your source for residence hall or apartment furnishings. Special orders for nonstocked supplies and graduation caps and gowns (purchase or rental) may be placed with this department.

Course Materials

(213) 740-TEXT (8398) Course Materials offers new and used textbooks, rentals, e-books, custom textbook packages, reference books, study guides, conducting batons and language aids. Materials to supplement academic studies in such disciplines as business, education, law, economics, mathematics, public administration, social work, computer science and gerontology are available. A personalized list of USC course materials and book buyback dates is available at uscbookstore.com/ site_book_division.asp, where you can also find information about our text rental program. We offer reminders and buyback updates on Twitter at USCBookstore. Technical Books

(213) 740-8398 The third floor offers more than 20,000 titles to supplement your academic studies in disciplines such as business, economics, education, public administration, gerontology, social work, engineering, science, mathematics, computer science and law. A selection of study aids as well as Schaum’s Outlines, Gilbert Law Summaries and Barcharts are available. Custom Publishing

The USC Drug-Free Website offers links to USC policies and a variety of information and resources on drug/ alcohol use and abuse. For more information and guidelines for campus events that involve alcohol, visit usc.edu/drugfree.

USC Hospital Gift Shop

1500 San Pablo Street (323) 442-8432 Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Hospital Gift Shop has a wide selection of merchandise including balloons, books for adults and children, chocolates, fresh flowers, greeting cards, jewelry, magazines, stuffed animals and toys. It is conveniently located in the hospital lobby. Norris Gift Shop

1441 Eastlake Avenue, Rm. 1301 (323) 865-3165 Whether you need a gift, magazine, greeting card or snack, be sure to visit the Norris Gift Shop, located in the hospital lobby. You’ll find a wide selection of reasonably priced items for patients and visitors. A GLIMPSE OF TROJAN HISTORY

Grooming

“Barber shop is in the basement of the Student Union Building. With the variety and preferences of hair styles

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Designed as a convenient and costeffective service for students and faculty, customized coursepacks or readers maximize the use of a wide range of sources while minimizing cost and saving time. Instructors select their own, unique combination of materials – book chapters, business case studies, articles from journals and periodicals, their own writing and/or class notes –

out for yourself. Careful girls, this is not a beauty parlor!” –SCampus 1973-74

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maintenance and logistics of the store’s operation. It also makes arrangements for patio sales, table rentals for outside vendors and bookstore film site permission.

The HSC bookstore has a large selection of medical specialty books, class books, medical equipment, medical supplies and medical-related apparel. It also offers a range of USC apparel and gifts, office supplies, computers and technology products. This store is a one-stop shop for everything needed at HSC.

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Dental Bookstore

USC Bookstores at the Galen Center

925 W. 34th Street, Room 6 (213) 740-2725 (213) 740-2728 (FAX)

3400 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 740-1749

Serving the dental community, this bookstore location provides instruments used by allied health care professionals for the purposes of education and patient care. It specializes in dental books, with more than 700 titles currently in stock. Its products also include scrubs, other specialized clothing and gifts.

The Bookstore at the Galen Center, located near the center’s main entrance, is operated by USC Bookstores in cooperation with USC Athletics and carries sports-related gift items and souvenirs. Sports fans may purchase a wide array of USC merchandise, including clothing, souvenirs and sports memorabilia. The store is open during all major sporting and selected special events.

USC Collections in South Coast Plaza

333 Bear St. #128 (near Crate and Barrel home store) Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (714) 444-4476

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USC Collections Gift Store in South Coast Plaza offers a selective variety of USC clothing and gifts. Located in the heart of Orange County, USC Collections serves the Trojan Family, friends and fans.

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Gamble House Bookstore

4 Westmoreland Pl. Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 449-4178 gamblehouse.org The Gamble House in Pasadena, California is an outstanding example of American arts and crafts style architecture. The house and furnishings were designed by Charles and Henry Greene in 1908 for David and Mary Gamble of the Procter and Gamble Company. The house, a national historic landmark, is owned by the city of Pasadena, operated by the University of Southern California and is open for public tours. The Gamble House Bookstore, located in the original garage structure adjacent to the main house, is known for its extensive collection of books on the arts and crafts movement, Art Nouveau and American art pottery, along with a broad selection of guidebooks to architecture in Pasadena and Los Angeles. Postcards, note cards and prints depicting the Gamble House and other works by artists of the period are available. Additional gift items include titles, lamps, pottery, textiles and glass by the best contemporary artisans. The Gamble House Bookstore is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The bookstore is closed on Mondays.

Career Center Associate Dean/ Executive Director: Carl Martellino (213) 740-9111 (213) 740-9104 (FAX) Student Union 110 Email: careers@usc.edu careers.usc.edu The mission of the USC Career Center is to provide exceptional career services to all members of the Trojan Family. The Career Center is located in the Student Union Building and is your “one stop” for information on jobs and internships. You can attend a workshop or event, arrange an appointment with a career counselor or have a quick question answered during walk-in hours every day from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Having trouble selecting a major? Undecided about your career plans? Maybe you’re looking for an internship. Visit the center between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or anytime online at careers.usc.edu. SERVICES AND RESOURCES Career Counseling

Counseling sessions are available by appointment for career issues related to selecting or changing your major, general career planning, assessments such as Myers-Briggs, specialized job search strategies, networking and information interviews. Drop-in Advising

Brief feedback sessions (10-15 minutes) on career topics are available during drop-in advising Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. You can have your résumé checked, ask questions about our programs and events, find out about our online resources or ask any other question about your career needs. No appointment necessary. On-campus Recruiting

The Career Center hosts numerous employers each semester who are seeking USC graduates from all majors for full-time and internship opportunities. If you would like to take part, register with connectSC online at careers.usc.edu. Online Job and Internship Listings

Online opportunities for full-time and part-time jobs, as well as internships, are available for all students who register with the Career Center by completing the online registration form available at careers.usc.edu for the connectSC system or by visiting the center. Career Fairs

Each semester more than 180 employers attend the Career Fair with information about opportunities in their organizations. Career Fairs take place

from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. along Trousdale Parkway. Information regarding upcoming events is available on the calendar section of the Website. Workshops

Workshops include Explore@4, job search strategies, résumé writing, interview techniques and networking. All workshops take place at the Career Center. Internships

The Career Center provides USC students with knowledge about all types of internships and access to resources to help identify the right opportunity. USC is also a member of iNet, a nationwide consortium of schools that has internship listings throughout the country. The Trojan Network

The Trojan Network (careers.usc.edu/ trojannetwork) provides an opportunity to interact with USC alumni to gain valuable information about targeted fields and career goals. Find out about specific fields and organizations by talking to members of the Trojan Family.

Check Cashing Services Member Service Representative, Student Account Services: Alice Brown Cashier’s Office (213) 740-7471 Student Union 106 The Cashier’s Office offers a check cashing service to all students and employees with current university identification and a valid driver’s license. This service is available only for first party personal checks made payable to “USC Cash,” with maximum amounts as posted. There is a 25 cents service charge. Checks can be cashed only once per day and any check returned by the bank will be assessed a penalty. Check cashing privileges will be revoked after two checks have been returned.

Child Care Programs UPC Program Manager: Adrienne Schoen Gunn (213) 743-2446 2716 Severance St. Los Angeles, CA 90089 Email: upckids@usc.edu HSC Program Manager: Aileen Camcam-Valino (323) 442-3333 1435 Playground St. Los Angeles, CA 90033 Email: hsckids@usc.edu usc.edu/childcare The USC Child Care Programs (CCP) have child care facilities to serve the children of faculty, staff and students at

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the University Park (UPC) and Health Sciences (HSC) campuses. An administrative office is located at each child care facility. Open year-round, the programs accommodate children six weeks to 12 years old at UPC CCP and six weeks to five years old at HSC CCP.

Commuter Students USC offers a wide array of services and events for commuter and transfer students to become more involved on campus and in the community. To start off the new academic year, Undergraduate Student Government sponsors a commuter and transfer student picnic in Alumni Park. Undergraduate Student Government includes five commuter senators who represent non-greek students living outside the 90007 and 90089 zip codes. These senators are available to direct you to resources and to represent your concerns to university administration. EVENTS

USC’s arts and events calendar (usc.edu) includes a full list of music, exhibits, theatre, public lectures and athletic events. INVOLVEMENT

The Office of Campus Activities, located in the Tutor Campus Center, offers a variety of opportunities for student involvement and leadership development. A searchable list of USC’s 750 plus student organizations is available online at usc.edu/ca. Student organizations are grouped by type, including academic, cultural, political, recreational, religious/spiritual, residential, service and social groups. Campus Activities sponsors an Involvement Fair during the first week of fall and spring semesters. All recognized student organizations and departments are invited to showcase their organizations and to recruit new members. More than 250 organizations and departments participate in the fair each year.

PARKING

Campus parking can be an important aspect of college life. We strongly encourage all students to explore the many parking and commuting options available at usc.edu/parking. For Commuter and On-campus Residents

If you plan to commute to campus or will live on campus and need to park your vehicle, we encourage you to apply for one of our commuter or on-campus parking permits. For Off-campus Residential Students

If you will be living at an off-campus USC housing location and need to park your vehicle, you will need to apply for a residential parking permit. Dates and Deadlines

NEWS

For the latest campus news, turn to USC’s student newspaper – the Daily Trojan – available daily in print and electronic form. A special orientation issue is available during Welcome Week that includes more information about campus programs, services and events. To view the newspaper online, visit dailytrojan.com.

Fall/spring student parking permits will be awarded through a lottery selection process. The lottery registration period will begin on May 1 and the deadline to register is July 10 at noon. Beginning July 11 remaining permits may be purchased online, first-come, first-served. For more information, please call USC Transportation at (213) 740-3575 or visit transnet.usc.edu.

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cooperative, which means you own us. It also means your money earns more on savings, money markets, CDs and IRAs, and you pay less on car and personal loans. We invite you and your family to join the Trojan Family’s own credit union and take advantage of:

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• No monthly fee checking for students (with no minimum balance or direct deposit requirements), with all the extras, including free bill pay, mobile banking, eAlerts and 24-hour home banking. • Three branches and eight ATMs right here on campus. • 28,000 free ATMs nationwide, including 5,500 in 7-Eleven stores. (Get cash back next time you get a Slurpee.) • Exclusive products and services just for Trojans that you won’t find at any bank.

Craving a pizza?

RIDESHARING

Hungry for a slice or a fully loaded pie? Well, right across from USC you can grab Rosso Oro’s New York-style thin crust pizza, piping hot lasagna, cold fresh salads, Italian sandwiches and antipasta. We’ve got soft drinks and beer on tap, and you can watch sports on five flat screens while challenging your roommate on our 20-foot shuffle board.

Commuter Connections, USC’s ridesharing program, offers alternative options for getting to campus.

If you’re too busy to run down the street for a bite to eat, have your pizza delivered to your doorstep. It’s easy. Just place an order through Rosso Oro’s Website (rossoorospizzeria.com). Pizza delivery service is available seven days a week.

Zimride

Whether you have a car or need a ride, USC’s Zimride community can help you find carpool partners. Just log on to zimride.usc.edu, post your commute and Zimride will help you find others going the same way you are. Carpooling gives you a chance to relax, save money on gasoline, parking costs, vehicle maintenance and insurance, and helps to ease traffic and reduce pollution. The basic carpool consists of two to four USC faculty, staff or students who ride to campus together in one vehicle. As an added incentive, carpools receive discounted parking. Vanpool

If your schedule coincides with more traditional workday hours, a vanpool may work for you. The vanpool program is designed to reduce the cost and hassle of traveling to campus by providing affordable shared transportation for employees and students. For a monthly or daily fee, you can get a ride to and from campus from a variety of cities. For more information, visit transnet.usc.edu/ public_transit/vanpool.aspx. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION

If you rely on public transportation, USC Transportation can provide you with maps, schedules and general information about the lines/systems that service USC. In addition, the office sells monthly transit passes and stamps

for the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) Dash and Commuter Express buses, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Metro buses and subways, and Metrolink trains between the 25th and 10th of each month. Students can purchase passes at a discounted rate. Visit usc.edu/parking for more information. For additional information on public transportation options, visit: • Metro, metro.net • Metrolink, metrolinktrains.com • LADOT, ladottransit.com • CommuteSmart, commutesmart.info

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Student Union 106 (213) 821-7100 Flower Street Branch

3720 S. Flower St. Los Angeles, CA 90089 (213) 821-7100

Join today! Call (213) 821-7100, visit any on-campus branch, or visit USCcreditunion.org. Become a USCCU fan on Facebook or follow us on Twitter at USCCU.

Dining Operations Assistant: Hilary Buehler USC Hospitality (213) 740-6285 hospitality.usc.edu USC Hospitality provides a wide range of services at more than 40 venues situated throughout the University Park and Health Sciences campuses. MEAL PLANS AND RESIDENTIAL DINING

The dining program offers a wide range of options and venues to ensure that your experience is an enjoyable one. If you are assigned to a building with a mandatory meal plan, you will be automatically enrolled in the appropriate plan or may, in certain cases, be able to select an optional upgrade. Regardless of where you live, all students are able to purchase a meal plan. Students not required to participate in a meal plan based on their residence location may choose to purchase the “Community 25” or the “Community 50” meal plan.

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1969 Zonal Ave., Ste. 101B Los Angeles, CA 90033 (323) 442-1897 USC Credit Union – Where Trojans Bank! We’re the only financial institution that calls the USC campus home, and we do everything the big banks do – only better. We’re a not-for-profit

KOSHER FOODS

Kosher entrées are available at the Parkside Restaurant, Café ‘84, EVK and Seeds Marketplace. The SChalom Floor, located in the Parkside Apartments complex, facilitates kosher cooking in residents’ kitchens, and the Hillel Jewish Center offers Friday evening Sabbath and holiday meals, including Passover. Additionally, the

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EXPRESS CATERING

If you are too busy to come to the food, Express Catering will bring it to you. We deliver freshly made breakfast, lunch and dinner items directly to any campus (UPC or HSC) location. Express Catering is perfect for study sessions, student organization meetings and mixers. Call (213) 740-9556 to speak with one of our customer service representatives. Express Catering offers delivery service only. For full-service catering, call USC Hospitality Special Events & Catering at (213) 740-5956. VEGETARIAN FOODS

USC Hospitality residential dining facilities offer daily vegetarian entrees, side dishes and salads. Other retail facilities offer vegetarian options as well. DINING LOCATIONS Residential Dining EVK

Located just east of Leavey Library, EVK is an “all you care to consume” concept, featuring American cuisine, “south of the border” specialties, a full salad bar and an outdoor grill offering lunch time specials. Parkside Restaurant

Located adjacent to the Parkside International Residential College, Parkside Restaurant features international cuisine in an “all you care to consume” format with three culinary action stations. Café '84

Located adjacent to the Lyon Center, Café '84 is an “all you care to consume” concept featuring five made-to-order culinary action stations and a 20-foot salad and deli bar. Ronald Tutor Campus Center

Located in the center of campus, the Tutor Campus Center features a full service restaurant and catering facility, a wide range of quick service dining options, premium coffee, beverages and convenience items. Traditions

Traditions Bar & Grill adds a sophisticated twist to the gastropub and redefines on-campus fun. Watch a big game, share a platter of appetizers with your friends and choose from a great selection of drinks. To enter, use the basement entrance on the south side of the Tutor Campus Center. Admission is all ages, but you must have an ID to order drinks.

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Town and Gown

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf at the School of Cinematic Arts is the ideal social gathering place, featuring a dual fireplace as well as outdoor seating overlooking the courtyard. Our skillful baristas will craft your coffee, tea or ice blended beverage to perfection on every visit.

Elegant Town and Gown, USC’s historic ballroom venue, offers a full range of banquet and catering services from wine and hors d’oeuvres receptions to the highly detailed gourmet affair. The spacious ballroom boasts cathedral ceilings and imported crystal chandeliers. Complementing the space is a large foyer with fireplace, period furnishings, an English garden courtyard and a quaint chapel.

Davidson Conference Center (DCC)

Located on the corner of Jefferson Blvd. and Figueroa Ave., DCC is the only IACC-certified conference center on campus. With more than 9,000 square feet of flexible function space, including three fully integrated studio rooms, DCC can accommodate conferences, trainings and social events. Student organizations utilize DCC for a variety of functions. DCC is managed by USC Hospitality Special Events & Catering, which offers full-service catering and audiovisual services. Call (213) 740-5956 to book your next event. Shop Café

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The Plaza Marketplace offers a state-ofthe-art food court, café and convenience store. Einstein Bagels serves made-toorder bagel sandwiches and coffee. The Edmondson Faculty Center, a membership-only club, offers a first-class lunch menu and is available for catering functions for every occasion, seven days a week. HSC Catering Services will cater any breakfast, lunch or dinner, meeting, reception or party at any location, on or off campus.

Located in Watt Hall, Shop Café features premium coffee and speciality beverages, pastries and a selection of sandwiches, salads and sushi.

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Law School Café

Dining hours may vary during the school year, summer and holiday periods. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the published schedule available at the entrance of each dining facility and also listed on the USC Hospitality Website at hospitality.usc.edu.

Located on the lower level of the Musick Law Building, the Law School Café features daily specials, freshly prepared hot and cold sandwiches, salads, premium coffee and espresso-based beverages and convenience items. LiteraTea at the Doheny Memorial Library

Vending machines are located throughout campus for your convenience. Hours

Figueroa Restaurants The Lab Gastropub 3500 S. Figueroa Blvd. (213) 743-1843 The Lab serves lunch and dinner, offers an assortment of beer and wine and has patio dining. McKay’s 3540 S. Figueroa Blvd. (213) 743-4111 McKay’s serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features a bar and lounge and a venue for private events. Rosso Oro’s Pizzeria 3500 S. Figueroa Blvd. (213) 743-2077 Rosso’s specializes in New York-style thin crust pizza and lasagna. The restaurant also serves beer on tap and offers music, sports and televised games.

Located on the east side of Doheny Memorial Library, LiteraTea features freshly brewed teas, premium coffee and espresso-based beverages, sandwiches, salads and convenience items. Popovich Café

Located in Popovich Hall, Popovich Café features hot lunch entrees, freshly prepared hot and cold sandwiches, salads, premium coffee and espresso-based drinks and convenience items. Starbucks at Trojan Grounds

Located east of Leavey Library, Starbucks at Trojan Grounds features premium coffee and espresso-based beverages, sandwiches, salads and a variety of convenience items. This venue is open 24 hours a day during most of the school year. Tutor Café

Located in Tutor Hall, Tutor Café features hot lunch entrees, sandwiches and made-to-order salads, premium coffee and espresso-based beverages, baked goods and convenience items.

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Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, located in the School of Cinematic Arts complex, is kosher certified and offers a variety of kosher items.

Disability Services

Disability Services Immunization Clinic Immunizations are offered to students at the University Park Health Center for a nominal fee during the following walk-in hours: Mondays & Tuesdays 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays & Fridays 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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Thursdays 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. only

Director: Edward Roth Associate Director: Mattie Grace (213) 740-0776 (voice) (213) 740-6948 (TTD) Student Union 301 Email: ability@usc.edu usc.edu/disability Disability Services and Programs (DSP) is dedicated to maintaining an environment that ensures all students with documented disabilities at USC have equal access to its educational programs, activities and facilities. The accommodations are designed to level the playing field for students with disabilities, while maintaining the integrity and standards of USC’s academic programs. Accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis. Examples of typical accommodations include assistance in providing note-takers, sign language interpreters, real-time captionists, readers, scribes, advocacy with faculty, accommodated exam proctoring, assistance with architectural barriers, accessible seating at USC sporting events, alternative text formats, adaptive technology, referrals to community

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resources, support groups, occupational therapy and other support services for individual needs unique to a student’s disability. DSP encourages you to contact the office early in the semester to discuss individual needs and arrange appropriate support services and strategies.

El Centro Chicano Director: William Vela (213) 740-1480 (213) 745-6721 (FAX) United University Church (UUC) 300 Email: ecc@usc.edu usc.edu/elcentro Responding to a request from the Chicano/Latino students on campus, USC established El Centro Chicano in 1972. Today, El Centro works toward enhancing the college experience of Chicana/o and Latina/o students at USC. Its mission is to foster a community of critically thinking, socially conscious Chicana/o and Latina/o leaders, providing personal, social and academic support through graduation and beyond. El Centro provides culturally sensitive programs that foster and promote the academic and personal success of Chicana/o and Latina/o students. In addition, it strives to educate the campus about Chicana/o and Latina/o issues and the ethnic diversity represented within the community (i.e., Central and South America, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Mexico and Puerto Rico). El Centro also offers student advocacy, personal support, assistance for Chicana/o and Latina/o student groups and transitional/beyond USC programming. El Centro programs and services also consider gender, class, religion/ spirituality, bi/monolingual, continuing generations, sexual orientation, disabilities and biracial/ethnic identities, among other factors. ACADEMIC SUPPORT

El Centro Chicano offers a variety of services that include workshops on academic skills and interaction with faculty and academic affairs staff. The following are some of the academic support programs offered. Latino Honor Society

The Latino Honor Society (LHS) is a program monitored by El Centro Chicano that aims to honor the academic and leadership contributions of USC Latino undergraduate students. To recognize students for their academic achievements, LHS and El Centro Chicano co-host the annual Sophomore Recognition ceremony in the fall and the LHS Induction ceremony at the end of the

year. Every spring, students are notified if they are eligible to apply for LHS membership. See page 58 for qualifications and application information. Finals Study Breaks

El Centro Chicano hosts a study break every semester for students during finals week. In an effort to create a stress-free zone and support students during finals, El Centro provides students with a free meal and a very supportive environment created by a handful of faculty, staff and alumni. This event brings the semester to a close and allows students to say goodbye before they leave for break or as they venture off for the summer. New Student Symposium

Summer orientation can be overwhelming and packed with valuable information. Therefore, El Centro Chicano has designed an additional program at the beginning of the school year with a cultural twist for first-year students to get to know more about the Chicana/o and Latina/o community at USC, as well as to connect to campus resources. The workshops are designed by students, alumni and faculty/staff members. The program welcomes students and their families to the Trojan Familia and helps them transition successfully to university life. This program is done in collaboration with the Center for Black and Cultural Student Affairs, and both offices also host a mixer for Black and Latino graduate students at the beginning of the year to help them transition to USC. Class Reunions (One Stop Shop)

El Centro Chicano understands that Latina/o students’ needs depend on many different components. This program focuses on students’ class status (i.e., freshman through senior, spring admit, transfer, etc.). In the fall semester, each class is offered a One Stop Shop to address academic and personal needs. Each class panel consists of departments/offices, faculty, alumni and upperclass students. This program also encourages networking and helps establish a supportive class identity. In the spring semester, we host one all inclusive class reunion, the Latino Trojan Family Reunion: a networking night for undergraduates, graduates and alumni. STUDENT RETENTION

The student life at USC is rich with student organizations and programs. El Centro offers several programs that allow all students to feel comfortable with the USC environment. Services include a commuter lounge, facilities

for student clubs and organizations and the Latino Floor for freshmen living in university housing. Students registered with El Centro receive a free Latino Resource Handbook with an academic planner, an orientation guide to USC as well as weekly El Centro e-newsletters and daily Facebook alerts about campus activities, scholarship opportunities, internships and Chicano/ Latino activities at USC and in the surrounding community. In addition, El Centro promotes social consciousness, identity exploration and cultural pride throughout the campus. Cultural awareness programs include L.A. Power Trips, the Black and Latino Overnight Experience, La Posada: Celebrating Latin American Holiday Traditions and Giving Back, the Latino Speaker Series and the Chicano/Latino Graduate Celebration, to name a few. Latino Floor: La Luna y El Sol

Created in 1974-75, the Latino Floor residential program is an opportunity offered to first-year students who want to connect with students with similar interests and/or cultural backgrounds. The Latino Floor promotes a supportive atmosphere that eases the transition of freshmen into USC life and empowers them to become prominent campus leaders. The Latino Floor is open to all students interested in learning more about the Chicano/Latino culture. The floor provides community service opportunities plus cultural, academic and social activities. During the spring semester, Latino Floor residents participate in bimonthly tutoring programs for local children. The Latino Floor houses 32 residents and one resident adviser. For more information, visit sait.usc.edu/ elcentro/programs/latino-floor-el-sol-y-laluna-special-interest-community.aspx. Chicano/Latino Graduate Celebration

The Chicano/Latino Graduate Celebration has been a tradition at USC for more than 30 years. It is a festive event that takes place the night before the main commencement ceremony. The purpose of the ceremony is to celebrate students’ personal success and academic achievements in the spirit and traditions of Chicano/Latino culture. The bilingual celebration is dedicated to the families and friends of graduating students. The ceremony is open to all graduating students and provides them with 20 seconds to publicly thank those who have helped them through their educational careers.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

El Centro Chicano provides students and families the opportunity to work with the community in several ways. El Centro provides outreach to parents through the Latino Parent Association and to local community agencies and schools. Throughout the year, El Centro hosts visits from local elementary/ middle/high school students, community colleges and college outreach programs. USC students serve on panels during these visits, encouraging younger students to pursue higher education. In addition, USC students are made aware of volunteer programs within the greater Los Angeles Chicano/Latino community. LATINO PARENT ASSOCIATION

The Latino Parent Association (LPA) was founded in 1982 to help parents understand the issues that affect Chicano/Latino students and parents. Serving over 200 families, the LPA allows parents to plan and implement events. In addition, parents participate in monthly meetings to stay informed about the university and student life. Guest speakers also provide information about a variety of programs and services offered by USC and the surrounding community.

Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development Director: Beth Saul (213) 740-2080 Student Union 200 Email: saul@usc.edu usc.edu/student-affairs/ greeklife/contact.html The mission of the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development is to cultivate a fraternity and sorority community of excellence with a particular focus on the areas of academic achievement, meaningful faculty partnerships, inclusive interfraternalism, committed civic responsibility, impactful service and responsible decisionmaking that demands the highest standards of ethics and integrity from all of its members and organizations. Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development works to achieve these goals by encouraging greek involvement, sponsoring Leadership Circles and risk-reduction workshops, bringing together the six greek councils, providing opportunities for faculty-student interaction, facilitating quality recruitment, offering academic support and involving parents and advisers. For more information on FSLD programs and greek life at USC, visit the Website.

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College Yell

“Rackety Hackety! Wah! Who! Wah! Racket Hackety! Wah! Who! Wah! Zip Boom Bah! Zip Boom Bah! U.S.C.! and a Rah! Rah! Rah!” – USC Student Handbook 1898-99 Three Cheers for S.C.

Three cheers for S.C.; S.C. must win; Fight to the finish, never give in, You do your best, boys, We’ll do the rest, boys; Fight on to victory, Rah! Rah! Rah! – USC Student Handbook 1924-25

Health Care COUNSELING SERVICES

Director: Ilene Rosenstein (213) 740-7711 Stonier Hall 315 (fall 2012) Engemann Student Health Center (spring 2013) usc.edu/scs The purpose of Student Counseling Services is to help students appropriately handle the stresses and challenges they face in their academic, professional and personal lives. Services are provided to help enhance students’ skills and attitudes in adapting to college life, relating to new and different people and making their USC experience satisfying and productive. The professional staff at Student Counseling Services is an ethnically and educationally diverse group that includes psychologists, social workers and staff psychiatrists. The staff is highly trained and experienced in helping students cope successfully with a variety of issues and concerns common during the college experience. Additionally, advanced graduate students in clinical and counseling psychology provide a variety of services to students. Services offered by Student Counseling Services include: Individual Counseling

Personal information discussed in counseling is always kept confidential. Eligible students may be seen in couples or individual counseling sessions. Students

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Question: I registered for classes during Orientation. What do I do next semester? Answer: The Schedule of Classes (available online at usc.edu/ soc) has complete registration procedures. Also, be sure to contact your academic adviser.

may seek help for relationship problems, fears about possible failure, stress management, dissatisfaction about themselves, depression, guilt, anger, fear or a variety of other problems and concerns. Students seeking psychiatric services can ask to speak with a counselor to learn about their options. Group Counseling

Each semester several different counseling groups are offered. These groups provide a unique opportunity to increase one’s self-awareness and self-acceptance. In a supportive atmosphere with peers there is a chance to experiment with new behaviors and exchange ideas with others. Crisis Services

Crisis intervention services are intended for students who genuinely require immediate assistance. Students may speak with an after-hours registered nurse by calling (213) 740-7711 and following the recorded instructions. In the event of a life-threatening emergency on or near the University Park Campus, call the USC Department of Public Safety at (213) 740-4321. For all other emergencies, call 911. Consultation and Outreach Workshops

In addition to counseling students, the professional staff provides consultation and outreach to students and university personnel. This includes consulting with faculty or staff members concerned about a distressed student, class presentations and training sessions for residence hall personnel.

The staff also provides workshops and consultation on stress management, assertiveness, communication skills and conflict resolution techniques, as well as many other programs for staff, faculty and student organizations, to enhance their work with students on campus. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY FACULTY PRACTICE, USC

Director: Camille Dieterle (323) 442-3340 Social Sciences Building B53 (UPC) Clinical Sciences Building 133 (HSC) usc.edu/otfp USC’s Occupational Therapy Faculty Practice provides health coaching on both campuses and is covered by the USC Student Health Insurance plan. Our licensed occupational therapists help you achieve your personal, academic and health goals: • managing stress • focusing and studying • maintaining a balance of work, rest and play • managing weight and related issues such as diabetes • dealing with chronic pain or headaches • getting organized and avoiding procrastination • quitting smoking Occupational therapy sessions are typically one hour and can take place in our office or anywhere on campus. To find out more, call (323) 442-3340 or contact OTonCall at otoncall@usc.edu to arrange a free 15-minute non-emergency consultation. PHARMACY

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Director: Kari Trotter Wall Clinical Pharmacists: Katty Hsu, Hannah Lee (213) 740-2738 Student Union 101

USC Pharmacy, a teaching facility of the USC School of Pharmacy, provides complete pharmacy services to students, faculty and staff. Prescriptions written on and off campus may be filled. Other healthcare products, grooming aids and gifts are stocked. The pharmacy accepts USCard, USC Network and other insurance cards. Reduced fees are offered on prescriptions for students with health insurance plans not contracted with USC. USC Pharmacy offers comprehensive pharmacy services including emergency contraception, immunizations, drug information, smoking cessation, a latent tuberculosis infection program and personal medication counseling.

It also offers various screening services for cholesterol, diabetes, blood pressure, osteoporosis and mental health, and specializes in travel medicine services and products. UNIVERSITY PARK HEALTH CENTER

Executive Director: Lawrence Neinstein (213) 740-UPHC (213) 740-APPT (appointment desk) University Park Health Center (fall 2012) Engemann Student Health Center (spring 2013) Email: uphc@usc.edu usc.edu/uphc The University Park Health Center (UPHC) is an accredited, full-service medical clinic licensed by the state of California and staffed with dedicated professionals. The UPHC provides costeffective and client-oriented services and resources in health promotion and disease prevention, primary care and counseling to the University Park Campus (UPC) student community. Services are available to students registered for classes on UPC. If you are enrolled on the Health Sciences Campus, you will receive health care at the Eric Cohen Student Health Center on that campus. Although the student health fee covers most services rendered at the health center, there is a nominal fee for services including laboratory tests, prescriptions, immunizations, copies of X-rays and copies of medical records. It is important to remember that the health fee will not cover the cost of hospitalization or specialty care that cannot be obtained at the health center. For this coverage, you are required to carry health insurance. Primary Care Appointments

Visits for the treatment of most acute illnesses and injuries are scheduled on an appointment basis with a primary care practitioner. Appointments can be scheduled by phone at (213) 740-APPT (2778) or online at usc.edu/myshr. Specialty Care Appointments

The UPHC provides specialty care in dermatology, orthopedics, allergies, physical therapy, acupuncture and chiropractic services. All specialty care appointments require a referral from a UPHC primary care provider, with the exception of routine gynecological appointments. Urgent/Emergency Services

Urgent care services for non-life-threatening medical conditions are available at the UPHC’s Acute Care Clinic during regular clinic hours. If a medical condi-

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Students enrolled in six or more units during the fall and spring semesters and all Ph.D. candidates, regardless of the number of units taken, are automatically assessed a mandatory health fee for services. Students with five units or less may choose to pay the fee to receive services. Summer session students are eligible for services and are assessed the health fee based on the dates of their summer enrollment. Continuing students not enrolled in summer classes may receive services by paying the summer health fee at the UPHC. Student Health Insurance

The university requires that all students have health insurance. This will help to cover the cost of health care that cannot be obtained at the health center, especially when hospitalization may be required. All students carrying six units or more are automatically enrolled in, and charged for, the USC student health insurance plan. All Ph.D. candidates, international and Health Sciences Campus students are required to have health insurance and are automatically enrolled in this plan, even if they carry less than six units. The health insurance plan works in conjunction with the university’s student health centers, and is designed to complement the services provided. For this reason, all students enrolled in the insurance plan are required to pay the student health fee and access their primary care at the student health center on their campus. Waiver Requirements

Enrollment will only be waived if documented proof of coverage from another plan that meets the following university requirements is presented to the Student Insurance Office on your campus: • •

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Must provide at least $500,000 in lifetime aggregate coverage (no per incident maximums) Must have no major exclusions – pharmacy, mental health and maternity coverage (female students) are required Must have effective dates covering the entire semester for which the waiver is requested: fall 2012 (August 20, 2012 through January

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13, 2013), spring/summer 2013 (January 14, 2013 through August 18, 2013) Must have a policy year deductible of $2,500 or less Must pay for at least 70 percent of all covered expenses to providers in the Los Angeles area – emergency coverage only in Los Angeles is not accepted for waiver Maximum out-of-pocket expense on the policy (deductible plus out-of-pocket maximum) must not exceed $7,500 Identifaction card or policy with student name and/or policy information allowing USC to confirm eligibility must be provided

The deadline to request a waiver is: September 14, 2012 for fall 2012; February 1, 2013 for spring 2013. For more information please email the Student Health Insurance Office at b.well@usc.edu or call (213) 740-0551.

documenting one of the following will serve as proof of immunity: 1. documentation of two doses of measles and mumps vaccine or MMR – dose one given at 12 months of age or later and dose two given at least one month after dose one; or 2. documentation of a positive Rubeola titer and mumps titer (laboratory blood test); or 3. documentation from a physician or clinic indicating a past diagnosis of the disease(s). Students born prior to January 1, 1957 are considered immune and will automatically be listed as exempt from the measles and mumps requirement. Each photocopy should include the student’s name and 10-digit USC ID number.

Graduate Assistants

Graduate assistants with a .25 award or higher may be eligible to have USC pay for the USC student health plan and the USC Student Health Center fee. Their assistantship award must show in the Student Financial Detail System. More information is available in your award packet through your academic department.

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Student Health Insurance for Students Studying Overseas

Students enrolled in an overseas study program are required to have one of the insurance plans through USC. Students already enrolled in the USC Plan are covered overseas. Students who waive the USC student health insurance plan are automatically enrolled in the USC overseas studies health insurance plan for the duration of their programs. For more information, please email the insurance office at b.well@usc.edu. Screening/Immunization Requirements Measles and Mumps

All new incoming students are required to show documented proof of measles and mumps immunity prior to their first semester at USC. All documentation must include the month and year of the immunization and an official signature or stamp from your physician or clinic. A photocopy letter or medical record from your health care provider

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tion is urgent and requires attention during non-business hours, students may speak with an after-hours registered nurse by calling (213) 740-9355 and following the recorded instructions. In the event of a life-threatening medical emergency on or near the University Park Campus, call the USC Department of Public Safety at (213) 740-4321. For all other medical emergencies, call 911.

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Documents must be submitted by the following deadline to avoid a $25 late fee and a registration hold: September 14, 2012 for fall 2012; February 1, 2013 for spring/summer 2013. For further information, visit our Website at usc.edu/uphc. Meningitis

The USC University Park Health Center strongly recommends that all incoming freshmen and transfer students to USC receive the meningococcal meningitis vaccination before they come to campus, or as soon as possible after their arrival. Meningococcal meningitis is a serious illness that can lead to brain damage, disability or death. College freshmen, particularly those who live in residence halls, have a modestly increased risk of getting this disease. Two meningococcal vaccines are available in the United States. Both vaccines can prevent four types of meningococcal disease. For more information, please visit usc.edu/uphc.

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All international students are required to be screened for tuberculosis in the United States or Canada within six months prior to their first semester of enrollment at USC. A photocopy of a laboratory report of a negative tuberculosis blood test (i.e., T-Spot, Quantiferon), performed in the United States or Canada, will serve as proof of screening. A history of BCG immunization does not fulfill this requirement. International students must provide documentation by the following deadlines: September 14, 2012 for fall 2012 and February 1, 2013 for spring and summer 2013. Documents must be submitted by the deadline to avoid a $25 late fee and a registration hold. Students unable to provide the required documentation will be asked to receive a TB screening and, if necessary, a chest X-ray and provide us with that documentation. All TB screenings and chest X-rays must be performed in the United States or Canada and presented in the form of a written report. X-ray film (actual X-ray) will not be accepted. Students may receive these services at the University Park Health Center. Please fax or email all screening/immunization documents to (213) 821-2740 or uphccomp@usc.edu.

WELLNESS AND HEALTH PROMOTION

Director: Paula Swinford (213) 740-HPPS (4777) University Park Health Center (fall 2012) Engemann Student Health Center (spring 2013) usc.edu/owhp The mission of Wellness and Health Promotion is to prevent when possible, heal when necessary and empower always. We offer education and support related to all aspects of health. Staff and Peer Health Educators (PHEs) focus on prevention, informed choices and risk reduction. Services Offered

Wellness and Health Promotion provides one-on-one consultations, classes and workshops. On- and off-campus resources and referrals are available when appropriate. Students typically come in seeking information and resources on: alcohol and other drug use; depression and mental health; eating disorders; Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) student support; sexual health and safer sex supplies; smoking and chewing tobacco; and stress management. We also offer anonymous HIV preand post-test counseling and testing for a small fee. Free testing is offered in February as appointments are available. The Health Resource Room, located in UPHC 206, is a place for students to study, read, pick up safer sex supplies, check out books or sit and relax. PHEs are available to talk or answer questions. For further information, call (213) 740-4777 or visit usc.edu/owhp.

International Student Services Executive Director: Tony Tambascia (213) 740-2666 Office of International Services Student Union 300 Email: ois@usc.edu usc.edu/OIS The Office of International Services (OIS) serves the needs of international students and visiting scholars at USC through a variety of advising services, programs and information resources. OIS is a resource center for the USC international community, and staff are available to assist with issues related to immigration regulations, personal and academic concerns, employment in the U.S., adjusting to U.S. life and more. OIS processes essential documents needed by international students and scholars during their time at USC, and also offers numerous workshops and programs throughout the year. Another important role of OIS is to represent the interests and concerns of international education at local, state, national and international levels. OIS advocates on behalf of students and scholars with U.S. governmental agencies as well as with university departments and academic units. Faculty/Staff Visa Services (FSVS), a division of OIS, provides services to facilitate the hiring of international employees at USC, and is a resource for information regarding immigration and the hiring process. OIS and FSVS are dedicated to providing excellent service to the USC international community, and are committed to furthering USCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s global initiatives through the facilitation of international exchange.

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

OIS sponsors a variety of programs that facilitate international student and scholar involvement in campus life: English Language Program

This program offers free English language classes to individuals on F-2, J-1 and J-2 visas. Experienced teachers provide a safe environment for spouses and family members of international students and scholars to learn and improve their English. This program provides an opportunity for spouses and family members to make friends in the USC community. Beginner, intermediate and advanced classes are held Monday through Thursday from 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. in the University Religious Center. Thanksgiving Matchup

Thanksgiving Matchup provides international students with a one-of-a-kind opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving Day with an American host family in or around the L.A. area. This program is a great way for international students to learn about American culture and spend time with an American family. L.A. Today

This program offers students the chance to experience the diverse activities that L.A. has to offer. Past events have included horseback riding in Griffith Park, skiing in Big Bear Mountain, whale watching in Orange County, attending TV show tapings, and apple picking in Oak Glen, to name a few. CAREER SERVICES FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The Career Center and OIS offer workshops on job search strategies, visa options for F-1 students after graduation, and employment and tax filing procedures; both offices assist students as they transition into the professional world. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ ASSEMBLY

Representing more than 18 nationalities, ISA promotes international students’ concerns and interests, while also providing diverse cultural and educational experiences for its students. ISA’s two largest events are the International Food and Culture Fair, which highlights a range of ethnic cuisines, and International Night, an evening of cultural entertainment from around the world. PUBLICATIONS International Connection

The International Connection magazine features articles that highlight the experiences and accomplishments of

USC’s international students, scholars and faculty. It also contains information about where to go and what to do in Los Angeles and Southern California. The magazine is published once per semester and is available in the OIS lobby, in various campus locations and on the OIS Website. International Update

The International Update (IU) is OIS’ weekly e-newsletter for F-1 and J-1 international students. In addition to USC international students, USC faculty, staff, alumni, international scholars and guests are able to subscribe to this e-newsletter. The IU e-newsletter informs subscribers of programs and activities of interest to international students, updates the international student population on changes to immigration and visa requirements and highlights various events at USC.

Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards Director: Raquel Torres-Retana (213) 821-7373 Student Union 206 Email: sjacs@usc.edu usc.edu/student-affairs/SJACS Procedural and advisory matters, as well as the integrity of the student conduct systems, are the responsibility of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. SJACS reviews all student conduct and academic integrity matters. Refer to page 138 for a complete description of the student conduct system. The university as an instrument of learning is predicated on the existence of an environment of integrity. The entire university bears responsibility for maintaining this environment and for taking action to sanction appropriately those individuals involved in violations. SJACS is responsible for establishing and maintaining procedures to support and uphold academic integrity at USC. SJACS selects students for peer review and appeal panels. Students are interviewed, and those selected undergo training in university policies, values clarification and appropriate sanctioning.

USCLead (Leadership, Education and Development) Director: Heather Larabee (213) 740-5693 Tutor Campus Center 330 usclead@usc.edu sait.usc.edu/ca/usclead USCLead creates valuable education and development opportunities through

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leadership training, workshops and outreach to students. We believe that every individual not only has the ability to lead, but also has the power to make a positive difference in a campus organization, the surrounding community or his or her workplace. Our desire is to create a USC student experience that entails many of the ideas outlined in USC’s Strategic Plan, including creating an institution of strong ethics. We are here to help you discover your potential through programs such as the Emerging Leader Program, USCLead Workshops, the Redefining Engagement in Active Leadership (REAL) Project, Adventure LEAD and the Inside Track Mentor Program. Our goal is to provide students with ideas and opportunities to develop their leadership potential by either participating in one of the many programs offered through USCLead or by visiting our office to learn more about how our services can be used.

Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) Resource Center Director: Vincent Vigil (213) 740-7619 Student Union 202B Email: lgbt@usc.edu Twitter: @USCLGBT Instant Messenger: usclgbt usc.edu/lgbt The LGBT Resource Center sponsors multiple programs and services that educate, support and advocate for the

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LGBT and supportive ally campus community. The center works closely with students, faculty and staff along with campus departments and student organizations to make certain that USC remains a leader in LGBT student services. The Advocate College Guide for LGBT Students (2006) named USC among the top 20 “Best of the Best” LGBT-friendly colleges and universities and gave it a “five star” rating in the LGBT-friendly Campus Climate Index. The center’s work is to create a safe and welcoming environment for students who are out, closeted or questioning their sexuality and/or gender identity/expression. If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, queer, supportive ally or were involved with a high school GayStraight Alliance, then consider getting involved with the LGBT Resource Center. Signature programs and services include: the LGBT Peer Mentoring Program (usc.edu/lgbt/mentoring), Faculty & Staff Ally “Safe Zone” Program, Freshman Advocacy Board, University Rap, Greek Chat, Speaker’s Bureau, QueerStories Lecture Series and Lavender Celebration (usc.edu/lgbt/lavender). ADDITIONAL LGBT CAMPUS SUPPORT

Located in Century Apartments 2, the Rainbow Floor (usc.edu/lgbt/signatureprograms/rainbow-floor.aspx) is a special

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interest residential community for LGBT students and their supportive allies. The floor sponsors campus-wide and community-based programming and works in collaboration with the LGBT Resource Center and Residential Education. It is a great place for students to develop their leadership skills and make long-lasting friendships. All undergraduate and graduate students, including first-year students, are welcome to apply. To apply to live on the Rainbow Floor, complete the supplemental application on the floor’s Web page. The Queer and Ally Student Assembly (QuASA) is a cultural assembly within Program Board and the Undergraduate Student Government. QuASA provides large-scale academic, social and political events for LGBT and ally students, and it serves as the umbrella organization for a number of LGBT and ally organizations including Ally Alliance, Freshman Advocacy Board, Genesis 9:13, Jewish Alliance for GLBTs and Straights, OutReach, Rainbow Scholars and Trojans for Equality. Traditional QuASA events include the LGBT and Ally Welcome Back Barbecue during Welcome Week, Coming Out Month in October, USC Is Burning Drag Show in November and Second Chance Prom in April. QuASA also sends a newsletter. To get involved, email quasa@usc.edu. Several LGBT and ally graduate and professional student organizations are discipline-focused to establish networking within specific career fields. These include OUTLaw, the Marshall School of Business Gay and Lesbian Association, MedGLO and the Social Work Rainbow Caucus. Graduate/professional students can also get involved with the Graduate Student Government LGBTA Committee that meets monthly and coordinates monthly mixers for LGBT and ally graduate/professional students. Email gsglgbta@usc.edu for additional information. The LGBT Resource Center also works closely with the Lambda LGBT Alumni Association (LAA) to create relationships between students and alumni. LAA is the official USC alumni organization for LGBT and supportive allies, and provides annual scholarships and awards to students engaged in LGBT-related research and campus activities. It is one of only a few such organizations in the country. For more information, email LAA at lambda@ usc.edu or visit the Website at alumni.usc.edu/lambda. For more information about any of these programs and services, contact the LGBT Resource Center, located in Student Union Building room 202B or visit usc.edu/lgbt.

Lost and Found University Park Campus (213) 740-9759 Parking Structure A Health Sciences Campus (323) 442-1200 Health Sciences Parking Structure The Department of Public Safety (DPS) operates the university’s Lost and Found Service. Found items are kept by DPS for a total of 90 days at both the University Park (UPC) and Health Sciences (HSC) campuses. As a private institution, the university is not legally bound by any public law regarding the handling of lost and recovered items. However, it is legally obligated to establish reasonable policies regarding such items. The service’s hours are 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Advance arrangements can be made for afterhour reclamation of specific items. If you have lost an item, you may call (213) 740-9759 at UPC or (323) 4421202 at HSC or access the online Lost and Found database at capsnet.usc.edu/ dps/lf. Lost items are listed in the Lost and Found database during normal service hours and found items may be turned in at any time. All items are locked up and cannot be recovered after 5 p.m., unless special arrangements have been made with DPS. Special security is automatically placed on cameras, jewelry and watches, and may also be placed on items that DPS deems valuable. Positive ID (i.e., accurate description of the item or items and a picture ID of the claimant) are required to reclaim any recovered item. The finder of an item may claim the item, if its prior owner does not claim it during the holding period, only if: • a request for such reclamation is made at the time the item is forwarded to the service; • a property claim agreement form is correctly and completely filled out; • the finder updates the contact information in the event it changes during the holding period; and • the finder claims the item within two weeks after the expiration of the 90 day holding period The Lost and Found Service is not liable for releasing the item if any of the above conditions are not met.

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faculty master and sometimes several additional live-in faculty members. These individuals are an important part of the building’s academic and social life, hosting dinners and lectures, leading excursions into Los Angeles’ rich cultural landscape or participating in student-oriented activities. Our residential colleges house residents of all class standings, but the on-campus programs are primarily for freshmen.

Director: Andrea Torres Student Support and Advocacy Student Union 201 (213) 740-2421 studentaffairs.usc.edu If you have a question or concern, you may submit it online at https://sait.usc. edu/SCNav_secured/CampNav.asp. You will then receive a response that refers you to the appropriate office or person for assistance or resolution.

Postal Services The university does not provide a post office. A U.S. Post Office, offering regular postal assistance, is located at 3585 S. Vermont Avenue, across from Marks Tennis Stadium. MAIL STOP

Supervising Cashier: Lilliana Alvarez (213) 740-2467 mailstop@usc.edu Parking Structure X (PSX) The Mail Stop provides most of the services of a post office. Services offered are weighing of packages and letters; delivery confirmation; certified, registered, insured and express mail. Also available is overnight mail through FedEx, UPS Ground and incoming or outgoing fax service. You can also rent post office boxes at the Mail Stop, which is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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Assistant Manager, USCard Services: Kawana Stanley (323) 442-2110 usc.edu/uscard Seaver Residence Hall Lobby (HSC) One Stop Express is located in the lobby of Seaver Residence Hall across from the USC Credit Union. Stamps, mailing supplies, P.O. box rental, overnight mail through FedEx, weighing of mail, USCard and Ticket Office services are available at this location. In addition, facsimile services and certified, registered and insured mail are also offered. One Stop Express is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Residential Education Director of Residential Communities: Carol Schmitz Office for Residential Education Student Union 200 (213) 740-2080 usc.edu/student-affairs/ResEd

Academic Special Interest Communities

There are many interest-based special interest communities at USC. Resident faculty members and visiting scholars develop significant relationships with students while continuing to teach and conduct research. These communities include: • A nnenberg House: Annenberg Multimedia Program • Arts and Humanities Residential College: Arts and Architecture Floor, Dance and Drama Floor, Creative Writing Floor and Music Floor

Residential Education provides a student-centered, academically supportive residential environment that challenges students to explore their commonalities and differences. This is accomplished with the support of staff and faculty who help foster an educational community in which all members are respected and valued.

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USC’s residential college program has expanded to support all first-year undergraduate students. USC’s eight residential colleges provide an opportunity offered by only a few universities in the United States. These programs allow residents to live alongside USC faculty. Each residential college has a

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or on the row. Sometimes “digs” take the form of community sings or variety shows.” – Trojane Guide 1944-45

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• I nternational Residential College at Parkside: Oliver Mayer, Faculty Master • Arts and Humanities College at Parkside: Angus Fletcher, Faculty Master • University Residential College at Birnkrant: Stan Rosen, Faculty Master • New Residential College: Faculty Master to be named • North Residential College: Tim Biblarz, Faculty Master • South Residential College: Ed McCann, Faculty Master • Fluor Tower Residential College: Stanley J. Huey, Faculty Master • Webb Tower Residential College: Ellen Seiter, Faculty Master

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• C entennial Apartments: Occupational Therapy House • Century: Trojan Academy (honors community for upperclassmen) • Hillview Apartments: Residential Faculty Program and Chemistry Ph.D. Community • Honors House: Residential Faculty Program • New Residential College: Cinema Floor and Wellness Floor • North Residential College: Wellness Floor • Marks Hall: WiSE (Women in Science and Engineering Program) • Marks Tower: Great Outdoors Floor • Terrace Apartments: Law Program • Pardee Tower: Business Floor • Trojan Hall: Leadership Floor Cultural Special Interest Communities

These communities foster understanding and respect for different cultures and faiths among residents. These communities include: • C entury Apartments: Rainbow Floor • Fluor Tower: Somerville Place; Latino Floor • Parkside Apartments: Muslim Floor; SChalom Floor Residential Education Staff

Residential Education staff live in USC housing alongside students to help them get the most of their living and learning experience.

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All housing facilities have a staff of Resident Advisers (RAs), typically consisting of one RA per floor or wing. RAs are responsible for helping residents form communities at USC. Specifically, RAs support students’ academic success, assist residents in working through personal problems, direct residents during emergency situations, work to help resolve roommate conflicts, create programs and ensure that university policies are followed by all residents. Residence Coordinators and Assistant Directors are also part of the Residential Education staff. Residence Coordinators are graduate staff who oversee a residence hall or apartment building and supervise the RAs. Assistant Directors are full-time, professional staff members who live in university housing and supervise an entire residential area. You can contact Assistant Directors at (213) 740-2080. Residential Education Programs Food for Thought

Resident Advisers are encouraged to apply for funding to offer a meal program that includes a faculty member and up to 13 participants. Events are held at an off-campus restaurant, campus eatery or a faculty home. My Fresh Experience

My Fresh Experience promotes a successful academic and social integration for first-year students. My Fresh Experience consists of both a program series and a Web-based resource center, found at sait.usc.edu/resed/myfresh. The program employs a holistic, student-centered approach, understanding that the student experience consists of both academic and personal development. My Fresh Experience provides the opportunity for these lifelong learning tools: personal growth; academic achievement; leadership achievement; community outreach; and health/wellness.

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Student-developed Programs

A variety of student-developed programs are offered in USC’s residential communities. For more information regarding specific events, contact your residential adviser or visit usc.edu/ student-affairs/ResEd. • N orth Area: Mardi Gras and the Ed Wood Film Festival • South Area: Deans’ Dinner, Snowball, Friday Night Scream and Spirituality Series • East Area: Community Block Party, Graduate and Professional Student Week • West Area: Players Ball, Westside Wellness Week, Cardinal Gardens Diversity Month

• P arkside Arts and Humanities: Arts in the Park, ArtSCapades and the Music Floor Showcase • Parkside International: Soiree Spec- taculaire, Reel World Series, Project Black Canvas, Persian New Year, Reel L.A., Indus Valley Week, IHOF (International House of Fash- ion), Performance Café and Language Tables Student Government Groups

Getting involved in the University Residential Student Community (URSC) or building government is a tremendous opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and the residential experience for everyone in USC Housing. University Residential Student Community (URSC)

URSC serves all students who live in university housing by providing them with ways to enhance and contribute to their residential experiences. URSC is made up of five boards: Executive, Advocacy, Funding, Programming and the Building Government Chairs. At the beginning of each year, building government elections are held within each housing unit or community and one representative is chosen for each of the URSC boards. Among URSC’s many annual events are the Dive-in Movie and Welcome Dance during Welcome Week as well as Battle of the Cans, Save Tommy Night, Spirits at Troy, Shake Up and Shack Up, and Final Fling. For more information about URSC, call (213) 740-6467, email ursc@usc.edu or visit STU 200-I. The URSC Website is ursc.usc.edu. Building and Area Governments

Representative student governments exist in all the residential communities. These are affiliated with URSC and advised by Residential Education staff. These groups create such events as Spirits at Troy (a Halloween program for local schoolchildren) and Save Tommy Night (on the eve of the USCUCLA football game), and participate in TrojanWars, the HICcup intramurals competition and other ongoing events.

Religious Organizations Dean of Religious Life: Varun Soni (213) 740-6110 University Religious Center 106 Email: orl@usc.edu orl.usc.edu A wide variety of religious denominations and organizations, representing nearly all the world’s religious traditions, are present on the USC campus. These religious groups sponsor numerous programs and activities geared both to their own constituents and to the

entire campus. These programs include worship of various kinds at varied times, weekend retreats, study of religious texts, community service and social activities. Coordination and leadership for these activities are provided by the religious directors, both clergy and lay persons, assigned to USC by their denominations, and also by USC faculty and staff who serve as religious advisers to many of the student religious groups. The dean and associate dean of religious life, as well as the religious directors, are available for general and spiritual counseling. The Office of Religious Life and several groups are housed at the University Religious Center, while others are located near campus. These include the Hillel Jewish Center, the Chabad Jewish Student Center, Our Savior Catholic Center, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Institute and the Art of Living Center. Also, the Muslim campus community often participates in Friday Jumah prayers and other functions at the Omar Ibn Al Khattab Mosque on Exposition Boulevard and Vermont Avenue. Most of these locales have lounges and meeting facilities open for general campus use by students, faculty and staff, as well as other recreation and study areas. The meeting rooms are generally available by arrangement. For use of rooms in the University Religious Center, consult the Office of Religious Life Website. The dean and associate dean of religious life serve as the university’s liaisons to the religious organizations. They facilitate particular religious activities and multi-faith learning on campus. For more information, contact the Office of Religious Life at (213) 740-6110 or orl@usc.edu.

Student Advocacy Services Director: Andrea Torres (213) 740-2421 Student Support and Advocacy Student Union 201 studentaffairs.usc.edu/departments/ssa Student Support and Advocacy, located in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, provides advocacy services for students. Administrators and staff assist students with a wide range of academic, administrative and personal issues and concerns. Advocacy may involve informally raising student issues with university administrators and/or formally exploring policy modifications that would improve services for students. Student Support and Advocacy coordinates its work with academic and administrative units. The office represents the interests and needs of

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students in university policy development and decision-making. For assistance, you may contact the office directly or complete the “SC Navigator/One-Stop Problem Solving” form, available online at https://sait.usc.edu/SCNav_secured/ CampNav.asp.

Student Affairs Council (213) 740-2421 Student Union 201 The university is a complex environment. During your time at USC, you may require the help of experienced and resourceful advisers to unravel complex or persistent problems. The Student Affairs Council, coordinated by the Vice President for Student Affairs, includes academic and administrative advisers who can assist you. USC faculty and staff are available to help with problems that may inhibit your academic progress. Through academic and administrative offices, skilled professionals can provide students with assistance and advice about the resolution of a wide variety of challenges. Following is a list of the faculty and staff members on the Student Affairs Council. The strength and experience of this network provide an excellent resource for the resolution of a diverse array of concerns. Academic Records and Registrar

Dean: Douglas Shook (213) 740-4623 Hubbard Hall 102A Email: register@usc.edu USC Leventhal School of Accounting

Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Program: Milli Penner (213) 740-4838 Accounting 101B Email: mpenner@marshall.usc.edu Admission

Dean: Timothy Brunold (213) 740-6753 John Hubbard Hall 216 Email: admdir@usc.edu USC School of Architecture

Executive Director of Student Services: Jennifer Park (213) 740-2420 Watt Hall 204 Email: jenpark@usc.edu Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy

Degree Progress Counselor: Janet Burney (323) 442-2900 Center for the Health Professions 155 (HSC) Email: jburney@usc.edu

USC Marshall School of Business

Director, Undegraduate Advising: Maureen McHale (213) 740-0690 Bridge Hall 104-A Email: mmchale@marshall.usc.edu Assistant Dean for Master’s Programs: Susan Hunt (213) 740-5424 Bridge Hall 100-D Email: suehunt@marshall.usc.edu Career Center

Associate Dean/ Executive Director: Carl Martellino (213) 740-9111 Student Union 111 Email: careers@usc.edu USC School of Cinematic Arts

Dean, Student Services: Brian Harke (213) 740-8358 Cinematic Arts Center Complex G-130 Email: bharke@cinema.usc.edu Dornsife College Advising Office

Student Program Adviser III: Octavio Avila (213) 740-2534 College Academic Services 120 Email: oavila@usc.edu Director: Debra Bernstein (213) 740-3668 College Academic Services 120 Email: dbernste@usc.edu

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USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

Director, Dornsife Advising: Debra Bernstein (213) 740-3668 College Academic Services 120 Email: dbernste@usc.edu USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism

Director, Undergraduate Advisement and Academic Services: Cynthia Martinez (213) 740-0900 Annenberg 164 Email: cynthiam@usc.edu Director, Graduate Advisement and Academic Services: Anne Marie Campian (213) 740-0903 Annenberg GL-07 Email: campian@usc.edu Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC

Assistant Dean for Admissions, Minority and Student Life: Sandra Clark-Bolivar (213) 740-2841 Dentistry 201 Email: bolivar@hsc.usc.edu USC School of Dramatic Arts

Admissions Counselor: Phyllis Lemons (213) 740-6771 Drama Center 116 Email: plemons@usc.edu USC Rossier School of Education

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Keck School of Medicine of USC

Assistant Dean for Student Services: Penelope Jones (213) 740-9153 Watt Hall 104 Email: penelope@usc.edu

Associate Dean for Student Affairs: Donna Elliott (323) 442-2553 Keith Administration 100-E (HSC) Email: medstuaf@hsc.usc.edu

Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development

USC Thornton School of Music

Director: Beth Saul (213) 740-2080 Student Union 200 Email: saul@usc.edu USC Davis School of Gerontology

(213) 740-5156 Gerontology 102

Assistant Dean, Enrollment Management and Student Services: Alex Duke (213) 821-2214 Waite Phillips Hall 801C Email: j.alex.duke@usc.edu

USC Graduate School

USC Viterbi School of Engineering

Executive Director: Tony Tambascia (213) 740-2666 Student Union 300 Email: tambasci@usc.edu

Senior Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs: Louise A. Yates (213) 740-4530 Olin Hall 106 Email: yates@usc.edu

USC Roski School of Fine Arts

Senior Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Programs: Kelly Goulis (213) 740-4488 Olin Hall 106 Email: goulis@usc.edu Director, Student Affairs, Master’s and Professional Programs: Carolyn Suckow (213) 821-0413 Olin Hall 108 Email: jecks@usc.edu Financial Aid

Senior Associate Director, Eligibility and Verification: Susan Garibaldi (213) 740-8636 John Hubbard Hall 310 Email: garibald@usc.edu

(213) 740-9033 Grace Ford Salvatori 315 Email: gradsch@usc.edu International Students

USC Gould School of Law

Assistant Dean and Dean of Students: Priya Sridharan (213) 740-6314 Law 124 Email: psridharan@law.usc.edu Director of Student Affairs and Academic Support: Linda Bassett (213) 740-6314 Law 104 Email: lbassett@law.usc.edu Leadership Programs

Assistant Dean of Students and Director of Campus Activities: Heather Larabee (213) 740-5693 Tutor Campus Center 330 Email: larabee@usc.edu

Assistant Dean for Admission and Financial Aid: Phillip Placenti (213) 740-4721 Marcia Lucas Post-Production Building 200 Email: placenti@usc.edu Norman Topping Student Aid Fund

Director: Christina Yokoyama (213) 740-7575 Student Union 202 Email: cyokoyam@usc.edu Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy

Assistant Professor of Clinical: Shannon O’Brien (323) 442-2889 Center for the Health Professions 133 (HSC) Email: slobrien@hsc.usc.edu Overseas Studies Program

Student Programs Manager: Peter Hilton (213) 740-3636 College House 202 Email: philton@usc.edu USC School of Pharmacy

Director of Admission and Student Affairs, Professional Program: Jim Granderson (323) 442-1466 Pharmaceutical Sciences Center 206-A (HSC) Email: granders@hsc.usc.edu Provost’s Office – Undergraduate Programs

Director: David Glasgow (213) 740-1741 Grace Ford Salvatori Hall 227 Email: dglasgow@usc.edu

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Student Information Systems

Associate Dean, Student Affairs: Carol Rush (213) 740-6842 Ralph and Goldy Lewis Hall 111 Email: crush@usc.edu

Director: Steven Barnhart (213) 740-2748 Stonier Hall 109 Email: sbarnhart@usc.edu

Religious Life

Director: Penny Von Helmolt (213) 740-2961 College Academic Services 200 Email: vonhelm@usc.edu

Dean: Varun Soni (213) 740-6110 University Religious Center 201 Email: vasoni@usc.edu Residential Education

Director of Residential Communities: Carol Schmitz (213) 740-2080 Student Union 200 Email: carolsch@usc.edu USC School of Social Work

Director, Student Affairs: Joshua Watson (213) 740-0565 Montgomery Ross Fisher 102 Email: jjwatson@usc.edu Student Affairs

Vice President: Michael Jackson (213) 740-2421 Student Union 201 Email: mjackson@usc.edu Senior Associate Dean, Residential Education: Lynette Merriman (213) 740-2421 Student Union 201 Email: merriman@usc.edu

Thematic Option/General Studies

Student Education Records FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (BUCKLEY AMENDMENT)

The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), sometimes referred to as the Buckley Amendment, is a federal law that protects the privacy of education records for any student at the university. To comply with this law, USC must have written permission from the student in order to release any information from a student’s “education record.” Recognizing that many students wish to share this information with their parents and

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family members, USC has developed an online system that: • a llows students to grant their parents access to education and medical records in one step • allows parents to view elements of the education records that are available in USC’s central student information system • allows students to log in to OASIS, USC’s Web-based student information system, and use the “Establish Guest Access” feature to grant parents permission to view education and medical records USC’s Website for parents and family members is called OASIS for Guests.

Associate Vice President: Denzil Suite (213) 740-2421 Student Union 201 Email: dsuite@usc.edu Senior Associate Dean, Orientation: Amy Johnson (213) 740-7767 Student Union B-7 Email: amyjohns@usc.edu Associate Senior Vice President, Financial and Business Services: Robert Johnson (213) 821-1900 University Gardens Building 205 Email: rjohnson@usc.edu Student Health and Counseling Services Counseling Services

Director: Ilene Rosenstein (213) 740-7711 Stonier Hall 315 (fall 2012) Engemann Student Health Center (spring 2013) Email: irosent@usc.edu Health Services

Executive Director, University Park Health Center: Lawrence Neinstein (213) 740-5338 Student Health Center 200 (fall 2012) Engemann Student Health Center (spring 2013) Email: neinstei@usc.edu

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Student Financial Operations

Education Records

OASIS for Guests Login Once students have granted access, guests can view student records on OASIS for Guests by doing the following: • Go to the OASIS for Guests Website at usc.edu/oasisguest • Enter the student’s 10-digit USC ID, your guest login ID (provided by the student) and PIN (provided by the student) • From the OASIS for Guests main page, click on the link for the record you wish to view Note: If a guest forgets his or her Login ID or PIN, he or she must contact the student. Only students may create, revoke and release Guest Login IDs and PINs.

This site allows designated guests to view grades, courses, progress to degree, transfer credits, restrictions on the student’s account and financial data. OASIS for Guests also provides contact information and directions for requesting and accessing disciplinary and medical records, which are not stored within the OASIS system. In order to grant parents and family members access to education and medical records, student must log in to OASIS and create unique guest login IDs and PINs. This can be done for up to six individuals. A student’s authorization is complete once he or she clicks “I agree” to release the records. Students must provide their guests with (1) his or her USC ID number; (2) the guest login ID; and (3) the guest PIN. Guests may log in immediately to OASIS for Guests to view the information. The student’s authorization will remain in effect until it is revoked, or until it expires (six years after authorization). Students may use OASIS to revoke access at any time. The online OASIS application allows students to grant access to all elements of their education records. If a student wishes to grant access to selected elements of his or her records (e.g., financial information, but not grades), he or she will be directed to complete subject-specific forms for the appropriate offices. If you have questions or feedback regarding this process, please contact the Office of Academic Records and Registrar at ferpahelp@usc.edu or (213) 740-6963. For more information regarding FERPA, refer to page 156 or visit USC’s FERPA Website at usc.edu/ferpa.

A GLIMPSE OF TROJAN HISTORY

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Game Workers

“Men who wish to get paid while watching the home football games may serve as ushers or gatemen. They should sign up during the first weeks of the fall semester.” – USC Student Handbook 1956-57

Ticket Sales

CULTURAL EVENTS

(213) 740-GOSC (for all events sold through the Ticket Office) Student Union 100 Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Open Football Game Day Saturdays for three hours before kickoff uscticketoffice.com; usctrojans.com

The Ticket Office offers tickets for select on-campus cultural events. Tickets for the School of Dramatic Arts and Thornton School of Music events, as well as Spectrum and special speaker and artists’ series events can be purchased at the Ticket Office or online at uscticketoffice. com. Student rates may be available in person at the ticket office with a valid USC student ID.

The Ticket Office offers tickets for a number of student-oriented or studentsponsored events on campus. Whether you are interested in attending a USC sporting event, a theatre or music performance, or visiting a Southern California attraction, the Ticket Office is available to serve your needs. Check online at uscticketoffice.com for all event schedules and ticket availability. STUDENT FOOTBALL SEASON TICKETS/OTHER USC SPORTS

Students enrolled in the fall 2012 semester can purchase a discounted football season ticket online at uscticketoffice.com. All students are notified by email of the exact date season tickets will be available. They may also check the Website above for information regarding the sale date and deadlines. Incoming freshman, transfer and graduate students receive information via email after they have registered and made a commitment payment. Only students who are registered with a valid USC student ID number are able to purchase student tickets. All other regular season home athletic events for the 2012-13 year can be attended on a first-come, first-served basis by showing a valid USC student ID card. All events are subject to available seating.

DISCOUNTED MOVIE AND ATTRACTION TICKETS

Movie tickets are available for major exhibitors, including AMC, Laemmle Theatres, Pacific and Regal Cinemas. Tickets are good for any non-special engagement screening and do not have an expiration date. Tickets are subject to guidelines listed on the ticket. Also available are AMC and Regal Cinemas unrestricted tickets. Pacific, Regal Cinemas and AMC also offer packages with unrestricted tickets. Discounted tickets are available to many Southern California entertainment events and attractions, including: the Aquarium of the Pacific, Boomers, Disneyland, the Grammy Museum, Universal Studios, Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm, winter skiing discounts, Legoland, Sea World San Diego, the San Diego Zoo and the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. See’s Candies 1 lb. gift certificates are also available. For more information, or to learn about seasonal offers and availability, contact the Ticket Office. Tickets are subject to change based on availability and vendor contracts.

Transfer and Veteran

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must report to the Veterans Affairs Office each semester to renew VA certifications.

Voter Registration The Higher Education Act Amendments of 1998 require universities to make a good faith effort to make registration forms available to you. It is important that you exercise your right to vote. Voter registration forms are available in the Undergraduate Student Government Office, Tutor Campus Center 224 and online at sos.ca.gov/nvrc/fedform. If you have any other questions, please call the Division of Student Affairs at (213) 740-2421 or the USC Office of Compliance at (213) 740-8258.

Director: Syreeta Greene (213) 821-6028 Tutor Campus Center 300 Email: tvsp@usc.edu sait.usc.edu/ca/tvsp Transfer and Veteran Student Programs (TVSP) provides counseling, activities and education that eases transfer and veteran students’ transition into university life. Through its programs, which include a first-year seminar and a peer mentoring program, TVSP connects transfer and veteran students to the larger Trojan Family and enhances their academic, professional and social success.

Travel Branch Manager: Grace Davis (213) 254-2662 University Gateway, Unit MM Email: usc@statravel.com Contract travel agencies: usc.edu/travel STA TRAVEL

STA Travel is USC’s designated student travel agency, located in the University Gateway. It provides a complete range of travel services to the entire USC community, particularly to the cost-conscious student consumer. For family and friends visiting the campus for special events such as graduation, orientation and Trojan Family weekend, STA offers discounted airfare rates, discounted rental cars and STA Travel exclusive rates at nearby hotels. STA views international travel as an intrinsic part of an individual’s education, and is involved in developing a wide variety of travel products for students traveling, studying and/or

working abroad. STA works closely with USC’s Overseas Study Program and can coordinate travel arrangements for those planning to study abroad. Study abroad students receiving financial aid can take advantage of the deposit program for their airfare. Please call for more details. STA Travel is the world’s largest student travel agency, operating more than 200 travel agencies on or near university campuses around the world. Visit STA Travel in the University Gateway (next door to Subway). STA Travel is open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Appointments are always welcome.

Center for Women and Men Director: Danielle Lancon (213) 740-4900 (213) 321-3982 (24-hour emergency line) Student Union 202 Email: cwm@usc.edu usc.edu/cwm USC Center for Women and Men (CWM) is committed to serving the needs of students with a special focus

Trojans Care for Trojans sait.usc.edu/ca/tc4t Email: tc4t@usc.edu Trojans Care for Trojans (TC4T) is a Student Affairs initiative that empowers students to take action and speak out when they are concerned about a peer. The Website provides a private and anonymous service for students to express their concerns about other members of the Trojan Family. It also offers connections to institutional support and resources for students coping with personal difficulties.

Veteran Affairs Office Veterans Affairs Coordinator: Quence Smith (213) 740-4619 John Hubbard Hall 114 Email: vets@usc.edu The Veteran Affairs Office provides certification of enrollment for Veterans Administration educational benefits. Eligible veterans and dependents

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on gender-related issues. The goals of the center are to:

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• provide educational programming designed to increase awareness of gender-related issues • inspire members of the campus community to become involved in gender-related issues • increase communication between men and women in the USC campus community • support student activity groups committed to gender-related issues • create a safe and confidential space for survivors of gender-related crimes such as sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual battery, intimate partner violence and stalking to receive supportive services

If you are or have been a victim of rape, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, harassment or other gender-based harm, you are encouraged to consider talking to a counselor at CWM. The office assists all students, staff and faculty. Communication with the office is confidential (unless a release is signed), making it a safe environment to discuss matters without fear of reprisal. CWM staff members are able to provide the following: • referrals on and off campus to counseling services, legal services, medical care, rape treatment centers and shelters for survivors of intimate partner violence;

• assistance with police and judicial procedures; • temporary campus restraining orders and support in obtaining Superior Court restraining orders; • telephone number changes and call traces within the university telephone system, in cases of multiple harassing or crank calls; and • guidance for international students including, when possible, assistance in languages other than English Programs and resources offered by CWM include the following: • educational outreach addressing the prevention of sexual assault through Men Creating Attitudes for Rapefree Environments (Men CARE), a male-to-male peer educational program. A group of undergraduate men undergo training and then facilitate presentations across campus about how all men can help prevent sexual assaults. They offer a series

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of workshops, covering topics such as understanding consent and intervening as a bystander who witnesses questionable behavior. programs developed specifically to the needs of your leadership group, including sororities, fraternities, clubs and organizations an annual women’s leadership retreat an annual women’s diversity luncheon internship and volunteer opportunities for both women and men USC’s annual Take Back The Night week of events culminating with a candlelight vigil protesting sexual violence, co-sponsored by the Women’s Student Assembly and Take Back the Night committee the Clothesline Project, a permanent collection of shirts memorializing survivors’ experience of genderbased violence, co-sponsored by the Women’s Student Assembly and Take Back the Night committee literature for survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones

CWM services are available to members of the USC community on both the University Park and Health Sciences campuses. On the Health Sciences Campus, additional assistance is available through the Office for Women located in Keith Administration Building 100-F, (323) 442-2554. The CWM is normally open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays, and appointments and drop-in visits are welcome. At night and during weekends, a recorded message directs callers in need of help to a staff member on call.

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Academic Resources

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USC offers many resources to help you achieve academic success. This section includes information about academic advisement, tutors, overseas study programs and more. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re interested in joining an academic honor society, check out the options available to you, and learn more about scholarship and fellowship opportunities.

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each semester to help you plan your undergraduate studies at the university and/or prepare for graduate and professional school. Workshop topics offered include: • Planning for Health Professions (usc.edu/pre-health) • Planning for Law School (usc.edu/pre-law) • Planning for Graduate School (usc.edu/pregrad)

Academic Support Programs Patricia Tobey, Associate Dean (213) 740-0776 Student Union 301 Email: study@usc.edu sait.usc.edu/academicsupport Academic support programs contribute to a collaborative approach to learning in the academic community. Upper division students, graduate students, faculty and staff are dedicated to facilitating a coordinated program of mentoring and academic enrichment in a university-wide effort to address your individual needs.

Academic Advisement

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Debra Bernstein, Director (213) 740-2534 College Academic Services 120 Email: cas@usc.edu dornsife.usc.edu/dornsife-college-advising

Academic advisement is important in planning a curriculum that fulfills general education requirements and major requirements, while allowing you to take advantage of the varied pro grams and classes the university offers. An adviser can help you sort through requirements and introduce interesting options for your program. If you are an undecided/undeclared student or a student interested in graduate school or law school, you can meet with advisers in the Dornsife College Advising Office. If you are a student interested in the pre-health professions (medicine, dentistry or allied health field), advisement is available in the Office of Pre-Health Advisement located in the Figueroa Building. ADVISEMENT SEMINARS

Dornsife College Advising and the Office of Pre-Health Advisement offer preparatory seminars and workshops

ACADEMIC SUCCESS SEMINARS AND LEARNING ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS

Seminars and learning enrichment workshops are provided in goal setting, time management, examinationtaking strategies, study techniques, power reading, writing term papers, concentration and memory improvement, and critical thinking. These workshops are designed to help you adapt effective learning techniques to your own learning styles. A complete list of current workshops is published in the Schedule of Classes (usc.edu/soc). DISABILITY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS

Academic Support partners with Disability Services and Programs to further enrich academic resources available to USC students with disabilities. For further information, see page 40. TUTORING

The center offers tutoring in selected subjects for all USC students. Tutors, who are part of a nationally certified tutorial program, will work with you on a one-on-one basis, including evening hours and on weekends. Before you begin working with a tutor, you must first complete the tutor request form available online at sait.usc.edu/ academicsupport.

NEW STUDENT ACADEMIC INTERVENTION PROGRAM

The New Student Academic Intervention Program is designed to assist first-time enrolled freshmen and undergraduate transfer students. The program facilitates the academic success as well as the personal growth and welfare of first-year students at USC. Information concerning academic support, counseling, advisement and other services are electronically emailed to every firsttime enrolled student throughout the fall semester. Students have the opportunity to meet in person or communicate via email with experienced staff members at the university. Staff members can provide assistance with any number of valuable resources available on campus. Additional follow-up information concerning academic performance from the fall semester and referrals are provided during the beginning of the spring semester, if needed, to students and their academic advisers in various schools. For more information, please visit sait.usc.edu/academicsupport. STRUCTURED CURRICULUM PROGRAM

Students in the Structured Curriculum Program (SCP) are selected through the regular university admissions process. SCP participants are provided with learning support services in collaboration with other appropriate offices and campus professionals. SCP students receive guidance in class selection, major choice, academic skills and personal concerns. The program encourages students to be actively involved in their own learning processes. Additional information can be found online at usc.edu/scp. UNDERGRADUATE SUCCESS PROGRAM

As a major support to scholars of the Neighborhood Academic Initiative program (NAI), the Undergraduate Success Program (USP) is designed to encourage academic and personal success at USC. USP provides orientation to the Center for Academic Support, individualized and group academic consultation, mentoring opportunities and a general referral system to university programs and services. More information about USP can be found at sait.usc.edu/ academicsupport/centerprograms/usp/ home_index.html.

USC KORTSCHAK CENTER FOR LEARNING AND CREATIVITY (KCLC)

This new center was developed for students who learn differently and wish to receive academic support. Students who have a learning difference, a documented learning disability, ADHD or other learning challenges are encouraged to use the KCLC. At the KCLC, students are paired with an academic coach and/ or tutor, have access to assistive technology, can study in a quiet environment and receive guidance about their preferred ways of learning.

Center for Engineering Diversity Traci Thomas Navarro, Director (213) 740-1998 (213) 740-6226 (FAX) Ronald Tutor Hall 210 Email: tracit@usc.edu viterbi.usc.edu/students/undergrad/ced The Center for Engineering Diversity (CED) exists to support the recruitment, retention and graduation of African American, Latino, Native American and female students pursuing engineering degrees. Partnering with the Viterbi Admission and Student Affairs division, industry and alumni affords CED the opportunity to provide a supportive environment that prepares students academically, professionally and personally for success as professional and academic engineers. The goal of the CED is to foster a community of scholars focused on professional excellence. CED offers a variety of services and programs to prepare students to succeed as industry professionals or continue on to graduate school. CED services include academic advising, career counseling, professional development workshops, scholarships, corporate networking through our Industry Advisory Board, a freshman Summer Institute and a study center equipped with computers.

Examinations FINALS

Finals are held over approximately eight days at the end of each semester. The schedule of final examinations is available in the Schedule of Classes (usc.edu/soc).

Examinations

You are advised to plan in advance to avoid scheduling conflicts during your final examinations. However, if you are scheduled for two final examinations at the same time or you are scheduled for more than two final examinations on one day, an attempt will be made to make alternate arrangements. You should contact the appropriate department administrator or the Center for Testing and Assessment. In handling the stress of final examinations, you may want to consult the dean or associate dean of religious life or one among the wide spectrum of religious directors, all of whom are available for counseling. You can reach them at (213) 740-6110. In addition, Student Counseling Services continues to offer its services during finals, and counselors are available during daytime hours.

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Honor Societies Membership in an academic, honor or pre-professional society can help you develop closer ties with faculty and students who have similar interests. By increasing your involvement in academic and social activities, these societies provide you with valuable opportunities for learning outside the classroom. Most departments and schools have an academic organization oriented toward a specific discipline. Members are usually majors in that area of study, but many groups also include nonmajors or students with an expressed interest in the group. Honor societies have a selective membership process that usually is

EXAMINATION CONFLICTS WITH RELIGIOUS HOLY DAYS

When an examination falls at a time that conflicts with your observance of a legitimate religious holiday, instructors must accommodate a request for an alternate examination date. You must discuss a final examination conflict with the professor no later than two weeks prior to the scheduled examination date to arrange an acceptable alternate examination date. In doubtful cases, you or the instructor will want to confer with the dean of religious life by contacting (213) 740-6110.

Emily Schubert, Astronautical Engineering major, Kokomo, Indiana

ADMINISTRATIVE EXAMINATIONS

Center for Testing and Assessment Najib Al-Samarrai, Associate Director (213) 740-7166 3601 Trousdale Parkway, Student Union 301 sait.usc.edu/academic support/cta The university offers four administrative examinations: placement examinations, university writing examinations, equivalency examinations and subject credit by special examination. Detailed descriptions and explanations of university policies that govern each of the administrative exams can be found in the USC Catalogue.

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Honor Societies

Discovery Scholars The Discovery Scholars program recognizes undergraduates who have produced exceptional original scholarship or creative work at USC while compiling a distinguished overall academic record. Students compete for a selected number of annual Discovery Scholar Prizes of $10,000, awarded at graduation for the purpose of postbaccalaureate study. For more information, contact the Office of Undergraduate Programs at (213) 740-1741 or visit usc.edu/ discovery.

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Dornsife Scholars

Dornsife Scholars are students whose academic achievements underscore the relationship between excellence in the core disciplines of letters, arts and sciences (in the humanities, social sciences or sciences) and the aspiration to have a positive impact on the world. Only students who major in USC Dornsife are eligible. Dornsife Scholars will be named in the spring semester of their senior year. For more information, visit dornsife.usc.edu/ dornsife-scholarsprogram.

based on one or more of the following requirements: area of study, grade point average, university involvement, leadership and community service. If you are interested in any of the societies, you should contact the society’s adviser or the academic department. ALL UNIVERSITY Alpha Lambda Delta

National freshman honor society. Qualifications

You become eligible for membership by attaining a 3.5 GPA during either the first semester or the first year at USC while maintaining a full course of study (at least 12 units per semester). In your sophomore year, you can serve as an active member. Adviser

Kris Guzman, Assistant to the Director, Dornsife College Advising Office, (213) 740-2534, krguzman@usc.edu Applications

By invitation based on academic record. Gamma Sigma Alpha

Recognizes high academic achievement in the greek community. Qualifications

You must have an overall 3.5 GPA after completion of your sophomore year (complete the fourth semester with 64 units), or obtain a 3.5 or higher GPA in any semester during your junior or senior year. You must be a member in good standing of an NPC, NIC, NPHC, MGC, IGC, PFC or AGC chapter. Contact

Beth Saul, Assistant Dean for Student Affairs, Director, Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development, (213) 740-1195, saul@usc.edu Golden Key International Honour Society

Recognizes scholastic achievement and excellence in all undergraduate fields of study. Qualifications

You must complete at least 64 units of college academic course work of which at least 32 units have been taken at USC. Your GPA for USC course work must meet the minimum requirement of 3.7, and your cumulative GPA including any transfer work must also be at least 3.7. Adviser

To be determined. Applications

By nomination only. Latino Honor Society

Recognizes excellence in scholarship and a demonstrated commitment to the betterment of the Latino community.

Qualifications

You must demonstrate leadership and community service involvement, have a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA and have completed at least three semesters (fulltime) at USC to apply for membership. Open to undergraduates only. Advisers

William N. Vela, Director, El Centro Chicano, wvela@usc.edu Applications

By invitation or by submitting a request for the fall or spring semester. Call (213) 740-1480 for more information. Mortar Board

Senior honorary society that selects students who excel in leadership, service and scholarship. Advisers

Heather Larabee, Assistant Dean/Director, Campus Activities, (213) 740-5693, larabee@usc.edu William McClure, Professor of Neurobiology, (213) 740-6090, wmcclure@usc.edu Applications

Interest forms are available in early February on the Application Clearinghouse at usc.edu/ca. Order of Omega

National greek leadership honor society. Qualifications

A minimum overall GPA at or above the all-greek average is required. Applications open to juniors and seniors. However, sophomores may apply during their spring semester. You must be a member in good standing of an NPC, NIC, NPHC, MGC, PFC, IGC or AGC chapter to qualify. Contact

Ray Carlos, Assistant Director, Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development, (213) 740-2080, racarlos@usc.edu Phi Beta Kappa

Phi Beta Kappa is the oldest national honor society, recognizing achievement in the liberal arts and sciences, primarily in the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences. The society was established in 1776. Qualifications

Juniors: (1) 76 units at USC, (2) an outstanding GPA and (3) 64 liberal arts units out of the 76 above. Seniors: (1) 96 units at USC, (2) an outstanding GPA and (3) 76 liberal arts units out of the 96 above. Transfers: (1) 48 units at USC, (2) working toward 58 semester units at USC, (3) taking a minimum of 10 units currently, (4) an outstanding GPA and (5) 32 liberal arts units out of the 48

above. The GPA qualifications for election are determined annually by the faculty board of the USC chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. Adviser

Jonathan Kuhn, Student Services Adviser, Thematic Option Program, (213) 740-2961, jonathak@usc.edu Applications

By invitation only. Phi Kappa Phi

Oldest interdisciplinary university academic honor society. Selects members with excellent scholarship and integrity of character. Qualifications

Seniors with at least 96 units and a cumulative GPA of at least 3.85; juniors with 80 units and a cumulative GPA of 3.9; recipients of master’s degrees with a minimum GPA of 3.9; and doctoral candidates in the top five percent of all graduate students who have passed the qualifying examination are considered for membership. The GPA requirement may vary depending upon class averages. Contact

Academic Recognition Programs, pkp@usc.edu, usc.edu/pkp Applications

Undergraduate and master’s students: by invitation only. Doctoral students: a letter of nomination is required from the dean of the academic unit (or if that is not practical, from the chair or graduate adviser of the program) stating that the student ranks in the top five percent of the students in the program. Phi Sigma Theta

Phi Sigma Theta (PST) is a national honor society dedicated to recognizing and rewarding academic achievement in undergraduates at institutions of higher learning. PST also encourages its members to participate in community service, to take advantage of leadership opportunities and to continue to excel scholastically. Our community service focus is mentoring and tutoring, which we do through an on-campus partnership with Teach 4 LA. Qualifications

You must have at least a 3.0 GPA and at least one semester’s worth of grades available by transcript. Adviser

Michael Burke, Box Office Manager, Financial and Business Services, (213) 740-4672, burkemj@usc.edu Applications

Emailed to qualified applicants each year. You can also apply by sending an email to membership@ phisigmatheta.org for more information.

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Qualifications

The minimum requirement is that the student be at sophomore standing and enrolled as a full-time student at USC (12 units or more). A minimum grade of B- or higher is required for all accounting work. Students must have a minimum accounting GPA of 3.2 and a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Transfer students must have a minimum cumulative transfer GPA of 3.5, accounting transfer GPA of 3.5 and a USC cumulative GPA of 3.0. Finance and information systems majors must have a minimum major GPA of 3.2 and a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Adviser

NRHH is the premiere honor society for the top one percent of residential leaders, as governed by the National Association of College and University Residence Halls, advocating for the interests and welfare of residential students, while also providing opportunities for their personal growth and development. NRHH recognizes individuals who have contributed to the advancement of college and university housing. Qualifications

Members are selected based on their demonstrated leadership, scholarship and service. Membership is limited to one percent of undergraduate and graduate students living in universityowned housing. Adviser

Viktor T. Kerney, Assistant Director, Student Leadership and Development, Office for Residential Education, (213) 740-2080 Rho Lambda

National panhellenic recognition honor society. Qualifications

Minimum GPA of 3.1 cumulative; only juniors and seniors may apply. You must be a member, in good standing, of your sorority for at least two full semesters before you are eligible to apply. Membership is limited to 10 percent of the sorority population. Contact

Beth Saul, Director, Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development, (213) 740-1195, saul@usc.edu ARCHITECTURE Tau Sigma Delta

The organization was established to provide a national collegiate honor society open to students of all American

colleges and universities with an accredited program of architecture, landscape architecture or allied arts. Its prime objective is to celebrate excellence in scholarship, to stimulate mental achievement, and to award those students who attain high scholastic standing in architecture, landscape architecture and allied arts of design with membership in an honor society. The USC Lambda Chapter was established in 1931. Qualifications

Students are offered membership in the spring semester prior to their graduation. Membership is by invitation only. Transfer students are eligible for membership. Students in each of the degree programs are selected separately based on being in the top 20 percent of their degree programs. The candidates must have maintained B averages or 3.0 GPAs on a 4.0 scale and be in the upper 20 percent of their classes. Advisers

Douglas Noble, Associate Professor, (213) 740-4589, dnoble@usc.edu Applications

Invitations given in spring. BUSINESS Beta Alpha Psi

Beta Alpha Psi is a national scholastic and professional society for financial information professionals. The primary objective of the organization is to encourage and give recognition to scholastic and professional excellence in the business information field. This includes promoting the study and practice of accounting, finance and information systems; providing opportunities for self-development and association among members and practicing professionals, and encouraging a sense of ethical, social and public responsibility.

Applications

Applications are available as of the first full week of each semester, Leventhal School of Accounting B-3B. Beta Gamma Sigma

The Global Scholars program recognizes undergraduates who have excelled in their studies both at home and abroad, including spending at least 10 weeks outside the United States as part of their undergraduate experience. Up to 10 of these students will also be selected to receive a $10,000 prize to be applied toward graduate study. For more information, contact the Office of Undergraduate Programs at (213) 740-1741 or visit usc.edu/programs/scholars/global.

National honor society for business students, on campus since 1923. Qualifications

Juniors in the top 10 percent of their class, seniors in the top 10 percent, graduate students in the top 20 percent. Adviser

Undergraduate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Kevin Rounsley, Associate Director, Undergraduate Student Advising, (213) 740-0690, rounsley@marshall.usc.edu Graduate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Dawn Kohn, Associate Director, MBA Programs for Professionals and Managers, (213) 740-0629, dawnkohn@marshall.usc.edu Applications

By invitation only. COLLEGE OF LETTERS, ARTS AND SCIENCES Alpha Kappa Delta

Sociology Qualifications

To qualify, you must be a graduate student in sociology. Adviser

Leland Saito, Associate Professor Applications

Applications are available in Kaprielian Hall 352. Nu Rho Psi

Neuroscience This honor society and club plans academic and profession events for students interested in neuroscience to meet each other, learn about future career paths and explore the world of neuroscience.

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National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH)

Rose Layton, Professor of Clinical Accounting, (213) 740-5022, rlayton@marshall.usc.edu

Global Scholars

Honor Societies

Qualifications

If you are a major or minor in neuroscience, you must have completed at least three semesters of college courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 and a neuroscience GPA of 3.5 in order to be eligible to join Nu Rho Psi. Co-Directors

Irving Biederman, Professor of Neuroscience, (213) 740-6094, bieder@usc.edu Sarah Bottjer, Professor of Neurobiology, (213) 740-9183, bottjer@usc.edu Adviser

Michael Quick, Vice Provost and Professor of Biological Sciences, (213) 740-3551, mquick@usc.edu Applications

Applications are available by request at nurhopsi@ usc.edu or at scf.usc. edu/~nurhopsi. Omicron Delta Epsilon

Abhishek Mantri, Computer Science major, Mumbai, India

Economics Omicron Delta Epsilon (ODE) creates facultystudent interaction in an

informal setting by organizing joint student/faculty panel discussions, special lectures where students serve as discussants. Students, under faculty guidance, will submit papers to international conferences for participation and publications. ODE was established by Professor John Commons in the 1800s. Represented on a majority of campuses, it is one of the oldest international economics honor societies. It meets every year during the Allied Social Sciences Annual Meetings, where papers from its annual essay contest are read. Qualifications

You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and complete at least 12 upper-division units in economics. Adviser

Nake Kamrany, Professor/Senior Lecturer, Economics, (213) 740-6997, kamrany@usc.edu Applications

Contact Professor Kamrany, ODE executive committee, at (213) 740-6997 or the Department of Economics at (213) 740-8335. Phi Alpha Theta

History Qualifications

Undergraduate students must complete at least 12 semester hours in history (four courses). They must also have a GPA of at least 3.1 in history and a GPA of 3.0 or better overall. Membership is not limited to history majors. Adviser

Contact the History Department, Social Sciences Building 153. Applications

Applications are available in Social Sciences Building 153.

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Phi Sigma

Biological Sciences A national honor society for selected biology majors (Alpha Alpha Chapter at USC). Promotes research and academic excellence in the biological sciences.

Qualifications

Students with a GPA above 3.0 who have interest in research and have completed core requirements for the first two years in biological sciences are eligible. Major activities range from presentation of papers by members and lectures by outside speakers to field trips, laboratory demonstrations and joint research projects. Adviser

Eric A. Webb, Assistant Professor of Marine and Environmental Biology, (213) 740-7965, eawebb@usc.edu Applications

Contact Dr. Webb in Alan Hancock Foundation (AHF) 331 or obtain applications from AHF 105. Pi Delta Phi

French Qualifications

Must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 in French and 3.0 overall. Must have at least junior status and have completed at least one semester of upper-division French. Adviser

Edwin Hill, Assistant Professor, French, (213) 740-3700, edwinhil@usc.edu. Applications

Eligible students will be invited to join. Pi Sigma Alpha

Political Science and International Relations Qualifications

Open to graduate and undergraduate students in the above majors who have completed at least three upper division courses in the prospective discipline. Must have at least junior status with a minimum 3.5 overall GPA and a 3.5 GPA in the major. Adviser

Paul Kovich, Undergraduate Adviser, Political Science, (213) 740-3621, kovich@usc.edu Applications

Deadline varies in fall and spring, available in Von KleinSmid Center 327. Psi Chi

Psychology Psi Chi, the international honor society in psychology, was founded in 1929 for the purpose of encouraging and maintaining excellence in scholarship for members in all fields, particularly in psychology, and advancing the science of psychology. Membership is open to graduate and undergraduate men and women who meet the minimum qualifications of scholarship and make the study of psychology one of their major interests.

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Omicron Kappa Upsilon

Established to promote and recognize scholarship and character and to encourage and develop a spirit of emulation among students of dentistry. Qualifications

Members are selected from the upper 20 percent of the graduating class, who, in addition to scholarship, have demonstrated exemplary traits of character and potential qualities for future professional growth. Honorary and faculty members can also be nominated. Adviser

Irene M. Reyna, Administrative Coordinator, (213) 740-7633, irene@usc.edu Applications

By nomination only. EDUCATION

Qualifications

(1) Completion of at least three semesters or five quarters of college course work and nine semester hours or 14 quarter hours of psychology; (2) Registration for major or minor standing in psychology or for a program psychological in nature that is equivalent to such standings; (3) Undergraduates who are elected to Psi Chi must rank in the upper 35 percent of their class in general scholarship and, in those few instances where the cutoff for the upper 35 percent falls below a 3.0 GPA, must also have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0. Demonstration of superior scholarship in psychology and earning a minimum GPA of 3.0 in psychology courses are required; (4) In addition to the above requirements, undergraduate transfer students must have completed at least one psychology course at USC before applying; (5) Graduate students must have an average grade of B or better in all graduate courses, including psychology. Applications

For an application to become a Psi Chi member, visit the Psychology Department, Seeley G. Mudd Building 501. Advisers

David Walsh, Associate Professor of Psychology, (213) 740-2275, dwalsh@usc.edu Vivian Hsu-Tran, Adviser, (213) 740-6163, vhsu@usc.edu

Sigma Gamma Epsilon

Earth Sciences National honorary earth sciences society promoting undergraduate activities in the Department of Earth Sciences. Qualifications

You may qualify to join Sigma Gamma Epsilon after completing at least two geoscience courses with a minimum 3.0 GPA. Adviser

A. Joshua West, Assistant Professor, Earth Sciences, (213) 740-6736, joshwest@usc.edu Applications

Contact the faculty adviser. DENTISTRY Delta Delta Sigma

Phi Delta Kappa

Phi Delta Kappa International, the leading advocate for public education, promotes quality education for all as essential to a democratic way of life by providing innovative programs, relevant research, visionary leadership and dedicated service. Membership is open to professional educators and other individuals and institutions of good character who are committed to its purpose. Undergraduate students must be enrolled in an accredited education program and apply before student teaching. Adviser

Melora Sundt, Vice Dean for Academic Programs, (213) 821-2671, sundt@usc.edu Applications

Qualifications

Alpha Pi Mu

Membership is open to USC students who attend 75 percent of general meetings, attend one social event, pay dues, become HIPAA certified and complete one of the following: rotations in the USC School of Dentistry; “Spread the Smile Campaigns” (SSC); or Ayuda clinics.

Industrial Engineering

Sandra Bolivar, Assistant Dean, Admissions and Student Affairs, (213) 740-2841, bolivar@usc.edu Applications

Applications available online at deltadeltasigma.net under Resources.

For more information, contact the Office of Undergraduate Programs at (213) 740-1741 or visit usc.edu/ renaissance.

Qualifications

Functions as a peer group that provides both social and academic support to pre-dental and dental hygiene members. Helps develop and mold students with great experience, communication skills and confidence to enter the dental health field. Enhances the undergraduate experience.

Adviser

USC has created an academic honor that is awarded to select undergraduate students who graduate with a major and a minor (or two majors) in widely separated fields of study. Recipients of this honor are known as Steven and Kathryn Sample Renaissance Scholars.

Application is by nomination from good standing members or by self-nomination. Professional membership is also available. For more information, visit pdk-usc.org. ENGINEERING

Qualifications

Criteria for election are: juniors in the upper one-fifth of their class; seniors in the upper one-third of their class; master’s students who have completed at least one-third of the courses required for their degree and rank among the top

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Psi Chi also hosts events throughout the academic year that are open to all interested students, including non-members.

Steven and Kathryn Sample Renaissance Scholars

Honor Societies

International Study Programs The Dornsife Office of Overseas Studies administers more than 50 undergraduate semester and yearlong programs in sub-Saharan Africa (Botswana, Kenya and South Africa); the Americas (Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Turks and Caicos); Asia (China, India, Japan, South Korea and Taiwan); Oceania (Australia and New Zealand); Europe (Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Russia, Spain and the United Kingdom); and the Middle East (Egypt, Jordan and Israel). Information about these programs is available in the USC Catalogue.

10 students in all ISE master’s degree programs; and doctoral students recommended by the department chair. Adviser

Kurt Palmer, Associate Professor of Engineering Practice, Industrial and Systems Engineering, (213) 740-5960 Applications

New members are only invited to join in the spring semester. Chi Epsilon

Civil and environmental engineering honor society established in 1924 to promote scholarship, character, practicality and sociability.

Qualifications

Pi Tau Sigma

Students demonstrating “marked ability” – evidenced by scholarship, personal character, useful voluntary services and distinguished accomplishments – are elected primarily from the junior and senior classes. Graduate students and distinguished professionals demonstrating similar career success are also eligible.

Mechanical Engineering

Adviser

Hossein Hashemi, Associate Professor of Electrical Engineering/Electrophysics, (213) 740-3596, hosseinhl@usc.edu Applications

Contact the Electrical Engineering Department at (213) 740-4700, Powell Hall 604.

Advisers

Paul Ronney, Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, (213) 740-0490, ronney@usc.edu Applications

By invitation only. Sigma Gamma Tau

Top one-fourth of junior class or top one-third of senior class.

Adviser

Applications

Adviser

Henry M. Koffman, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, (213) 740-0556, koffman@usc.edu

Contact the Department of Chemical Engineering at (213) 740-2225, Hedco Chemical Engineering 216.

Geoffrey Spedding, Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, (213) 740-4132, geoff@usc.edu

Applications

Omega Rho

Tau Beta Pi

By invitation only. For more information, contact the Sonny Astani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Student Affairs Office, Kaprielian Hall 214, or visit uscxe.com.

Operations Research To recognize academic excellence in operations research and encourage study of operations research, management science and closely associated disciplines.

Tau Beta Pi is a national engineering honor society dedicated to promoting honor, integrity, scholarship and exemplary character in the field of engineering.

Eta Kappa Nu

Qualifications

Electrical engineering honor society for students, faculty and practicing engineers in electrical engineering, computer engineering/computer science and biomedical-electrical engineering.

If you would like to join this honor group, you must be in the top one-third of your class.

Undergraduate students whose scholarship places them in the top eighth of their class in their next-to-last year or in the top fifth of their class in their last college year are eligible for membership consideration. Engineering graduate students whose scholarship places them in the top fifth of their graduate class or whose high-quality work is attested to by a faculty member may be elected to membership.

To be eligible for membership, an undergraduate must rank scholastically in the upper one-third of his or her class in a curriculum leading to a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering or in a closely related curriculum.

Omega Chi Epsilon

Chemical Engineering Qualifications

Adviser

Maged Dessouky, Professor of Industrial and Systems Engineering, (213) 740-4891, maged@usc.edu Applications

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Pi Tau Sigma is open to students who are in the top 30 percent of the senior and the top 25 percent of the junior class. Students must officially commit to the organization.

Aerospace Engineering To recognize achievement and excellence in the aerospace field. Students who are in the upper third of the senior class, upper fourth of the junior class and upper fifth of the sophomore class are eligible.

Qualifications

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Qualifications

By nomination only during the spring semester. Pi Epsilon Tau

tual life of the university with other

Petroleum Engineering in academia and industry

students, staff and faculty members,

Qualifications

you may want to participate in a Fasten Conference. It’s a good way to exchange ideas, get to know other people, and do some relaxing. For information, contact the Chaplain’s Office.” – Handbook of USC 1974-75

As a junior or senior, you must have a 3.3 GPA in petroleum, chemical or mechanical engineering (with petroleum engineering option) for at least one semester at USC. As a graduate student, you must have a 3.5 GPA. You must also have exemplary character and adviser approval. Adviser

Kristian Jessen, Associate Professor, Petroleum Engineering, HED 311, (213) 740-2073, jessen@usc.edu Applications

Contact Petroleum Engineering at (213) 740-0322, Hedco Chemical Engineering 316.

Adviser

Larry G. Redekopp, Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering, (213) 740-5369, lg.redekopp@usc.edu GERONTOLOGY Sigma Phi Omega

National academic honor and professional society in gerontology. Qualifications

To qualify for membership in Sigma Phi Omega, you must be in your second term of enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student at USC and major or minor in gerontology. As an undergraduate, you must have a minimum GPA of 3.3; as a graduate student, you

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Adviser

Maria Henke, Assistant Dean, (213) 740-5156, mhenke@usc.edu Applications

Contact department. LAW Blackstonians (Pre-law Honor Society)

To recognize academic excellence and educate students about using law and the legal system for the moral improvement of society. Founded at the University of Southern California in 1923, the organization is a group of distinguished individuals committed to furthering the ideals of Sir William Blackstone. Qualifications

To be eligible, you must have completed at least 32 units at the University of Southern California, but not more than 118 units (transfer students may be admitted if they have completed at least 16 units at USC, have junior standing and a USC GPA of 3.5), and have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA. Adviser

Alison Dundes Renteln, Professor of Political Science, (213) 740-3248, arenteln@usc.edu Applications

Deadlines vary each semester. Applications are available online at uscblackstonians.weebly.com and in the Department of Political Science in Von KleinSmid Center 327. Order of the Coif

A national honorary scholastic society that encourages excellence in legal education. Qualifications

Membership will be extended to a graduating law student whose cumulative grade point average ranks in the top 10 percent of all graduating students, provided that he or she has completed at least 75 percent (66 units) of law studies in graded courses. Adviser

Scott Altman, Vice Dean, Gould School of Law, (213) 740-2544, saltman@law.usc.edu Applications

Students are nominated by the law school.

MEDICINE Alpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-med)

This honor society aims to provide members with exposure to various aspects of medicine, stimulate an appreciation of the importance of premedical education in the study of medicine, and promote cooperation and contacts between medical and premedical students and educators. It binds together students with similar interests through participation in activities that benefit health organizations, charities and the community. Qualifications

Members must have a minimum 3.2 GPA and be in their sophomore year or later. Participation, character, personality and attitude are also of importance. Applications

Deadline is approximately three weeks from the beginning of each semester. Email aedusc@gmail.com to inquire about membership. Alpha Omega Alpha

To recognize and perpetuate excellence in the medical profession. Qualifications

As an undergraduate or graduate student or a faculty member, you may be elected to join this honor society based on your distinguished academic achievement. Integrity, capacity for leadership, compassion and fairness in dealing with colleagues are equally important criteria for membership. To qualify for membership, you must be enrolled in your last two years of medical school.

Adviser

Debora Huffman, Associate Dean for Doctoral Programs, Thornton School of Music, (213) 740-2774, dhuffman@thornton.usc.edu

Undergraduate Research and Academic Resource Opportunities

Applications

USC offers undergraduates an academic life full of opportunities – to engage in research with faculty, study abroad and learn by serving the community. To learn more about on- and off-campus opportunities, visit usc.edu/ugp.

Students are nominated by Pi Kappa Lambda officers and faculty of the Thornton School of Music. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY Pi Theta Epsilon

MUSIC

To be invited to join Pi Theta Epsilon, you need to demonstrate academic excellence in occupational therapy as an undergraduate or graduate student, and complete the summer and fall semesters of the first year of the entry-level professional program. Candidates from the top 35 percent of the class who also have at least a 3.2 GPA are invited to apply for membership.

Pi Kappa Lambda

Advisers

National honor society for music students. USC’s Eta chapter was established in 1923 to recognize outstanding musical achievement, academic scholarship and service.

Julie McLaughlin Gray, Associate Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy, (323) 442-2877, jmgray@usc.edu

Adviser

Paul Holtom, Professor of Clinical Medicine and Orthopedics, (323) 409-6645, holtom@usc.edu Applications

Students are nominated.

Qualifications

To be considered for membership, juniors must be in the upper 10 percent of their class; seniors must be in the upper 20 percent. Graduating master’s students with a GPA of 3.75 or higher, and doctoral students with a GPA of 3.6 or higher who have completed their qualifying exams, are eligible.

Myka Winder, Assistant Professor of Clinical Occupational Therapy, (323) 442-3340, mpersson@usc.edu Applications

By invitation only.

USC Undergraduate Research Grace Ford Salvatori Hall 227 (213) 740-1741 Email: dglasgow@ usc.edu

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must have at least a 3.5 GPA. Faculty, alumni, professional and honorary memberships are also available.

Honor Societies

Language Center

the Behavioral Sciences, (323) 442-1455, mwincor@usc.edu Applications

By nomination only. PUBLIC POLICY Pi Alpha Alpha

Pi Alpha Alpha is the National Society for Public Affairs and Administration and is an affiliate of the American Society for Public Administration. Its purposes are to: encourage and reward scholarship and accomplishment among students and practitioners of public affairs and administration; promote the advancement of education and scholarship in the art and science of public affairs and administration; and foster integrity and creative performance in the conduct of governmental and related public service operation. Qualifications

PHARMACY Phi Lambda Sigma

National pharmacy leadership society devoted to identifying, supporting and recognizing the contributions of pharmacy students to their colleges, classmates, campuses, communities and to their chosen profession. Qualifications

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Students must complete at least one professional year of scholastic work applicable toward a recognized pharmacy degree and have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0. Prospective members are nominated on the basis of their demonstration of dedication, service and leadership in the advancement of pharmacy.

Students in the Price School of Public Policy undergraduate, Master of Public Policy and Master of Public Administration programs who meet requirements are eligible for membership. Applications from Executive Master of Leadership; Doctor of Policy, Planning, and Development; and Ph.D. students with demonstrated commitment to public administration and public affairs will also be considered. Adviser

Cynthia Clayton, Student Services Adviser, (213) 740-0525, cclayton@usc.edu. Applications

Inductee dates are March 15 and October 15. Contact Cynthia Clayton for more information. SOCIAL WORK

Adviser

Phi Alpha

Melvin Baron, Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy, (323) 442-2686, mbaron@usc.edu

USC’s Omicron Epsilon chapter of Phi Alpha, the national social work honor society, recognizes and promotes scholastic achievement among students and faculty involved in the graduate social work program; recognizes, improves and furthers the goals of social work in the community, state, nation and world; stimulates interest in a career in social work; encourages continued study and research at the graduate level and in professional practice; and recognizes those professional social workers and others whose service, contributions and leadership are held in esteem. Scholarships are available for members and non-members annually.

Applications

By invitation only. Rho Chi

Pharmacy Qualifications

Membership requires high attainment in scholarship, character, personality and leadership. To qualify, you must complete three semesters of the professional curriculum, be among the upper 20 percent of your class and be approved by the dean of the School of Pharmacy. Adviser

Michael Z. Wincor, Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy, Psychiatry and

Qualifications

Members must be social work graduate students who have completed at least 12 units in the School of Social Work

and have a cumulative GPA of 3.75. Membership dues and completion of one philanthropic activity (four hours) are required each semester to maintain “active” status. Advisers

Suh Chen Hsiao, Director, Student Affairs/Clinical Assistant Field Faculty, (213) 740-2014, shuhsiao@usc.edu and Dawn Joosten, Clinical Assistant Professor, (213) 740-2711, joosten@usc.edu Applications

By invitation at the beginning of fall and/or spring semester. Students can also email phialpha@usc.edu for more information.

The Language Center Dan Bayer, Executive Director (213) 740-1188 (213) 740-1142 (FAX) Taper Hall of Humanities 309 Email: language@dornsife.usc.edu language.usc.edu The Language Center is a support center for the learning and teaching of languages and a gathering place for interaction among cultures and language speakers. Whether students are pursuing language learning for professional and educational aspirations, as a context for understanding global affairs or to better understand their cultural heritage, the Language Center can help. The Language Center offers 60 multimedia workstations and 14 video viewing stations, as well as conversation rooms, international media and a variety of language tests and educational programs.

USC McNair Scholars Program Richard Andalon, Associate Dean and Director (213) 740-8702 (213) 740-9955 (FAX) Grace Ford Salvatori 315 Email: randalon@usc.edu mcnair.usc.edu The USC McNair Scholars Program is a federally funded initiative sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education that currently operates at nearly 200 colleges and universities across the United States. The program provides graduate school preparation, research training and funding opportunities to a select group of students from first generation, low-income and historically underrepresented backgrounds. The primary

Overseas Study

Overseas Study Programs Peter Hilton, Student Programs Manager (213) 740-3636 College House (CLH) 201 Email: overseas@usc.edu dornsife.usc.edu/overseas-studies Many of USC’s semester- and yearlong international study programs are administered by the Office of Overseas Studies in the Dornsife College of Let-

ters, Arts and Sciences. These programs enable you to study in a different educational and cultural context. Programs are available for a semester or for an academic year. Some of the programs require proficiency in the language of the host country; others are conducted in English. When you study abroad for a semester or year, you receive regular USC course credit and may apply financial aid to any semester- or year-long program described in the USC Catalogue. Courses taken abroad on overseas study programs not approved by USC must be reviewed and pre-approved by the Office of Degree Progress prior to enrollment. For additional information, you can visit the Office of Degree Progress, located in JHH 010, or call (213) 740-7070. The programs offered by the Office of Overseas Studies and the international semester programs offered by the Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, the School of Architecture and the Marshall School of Business are described in the USC Catalogue.

Scholarships and Fellowships INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND FELLOWSHIPS

Office of Academic and International Fellowships Noosha Malek, Director Martha Enciso, Assistant Director (213) 740-9116 Email: aifstaff@usc.edu usc.edu/aif/fellowships

Minors USC offers 148 minors. Check out the minors list in the online USC Catalogue (usc.edu/catalogue). You’ll find links to the requirements for each minor listed.

It is never too early to start planning for a post-baccalaureate international fellowship, such as the Rhodes and Marshall scholarships or Fulbright grants. These and other scholarships and fellowships could provide a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to further your studies in a world-class environment abroad, within an international community of scholars.

INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SESSION

The International Summer Session features many overseas courses each year for undergraduates and graduates. International Summer Session programs are listed in the USC Catalogue. Information about these programs is available from the school or department offering them as well as in the summer Schedule of Classes.

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GRADUATE STUDY ABROAD

The Office of Academic and International Fellowships provides information and assistance to students applying for nationally competitive scholarships, including the Fulbright Grants for graduate study and research abroad, Rhodes Scholaships, Luce Scolarships, Marshall Scholarships and several others. For more information call (213) 740-9116 or visit usc.edu/aif/fellowships.

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objective of the program is to diversify the student body at the graduate level, particularly at the doctoral level, with one of the main goals being to diversify the American professoriate through placement of McNair alumni in faculty positions. At USC, at least 26 students are selected every year for the McNair Scholars Program. Students are introduced to the world of research and provided an opportunity to work with faculty mentors on student-proposedand-designed research projects. Participants conduct hands-on research, write research papers and present their scholarly work. Students come from all academic disciplines and have demonstrated significant achievement and potential in their academic and extracurricular pursuits. The highlights of the USC program include a spring research methods course, summer research institute, research symposium, GRE preparation, year-round academic and career advising, special travel grant awards for conference attendance and university visitations, and ongoing graduate school preparation and professional development activities. Students in the program receive a $2,800 summer research stipend and a scholarship to cover summer housing accommodations. Students also have the opportunity to publish their scholarly work in academic journals, to present their research at national conferences and to visit prospective universities they plan to attend for graduate school. The McNair Scholars Program is a funded TRIO project, named in honor of the astronaut Ronald E. McNair, who died in the 1986 Challenger Space Shuttle explosion. The USC Office of Undergraduate Programs, Office of the Provost, administers the program. To meet eligibility requirements, students must be full-time USC students with a minimum 2.7 GPA; however, no lower than a 3.0 GPA is preferred. Students must be first generation college students from a low-income background or members of an ethnic group that is underrepresented in graduate education.

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However, there are many USC resources available to help you through the process. Many funding sources have application deadlines earlier than university admission and financial aid deadlines, so begin your inquiries early, at least a year before you plan to begin graduate study. Many federal agencies, foundations and corporations offer awards to students. The USC Graduate School, (213) 740-9033, can direct you to several Web resources on this topic. You may also call the Doheny Library Reference Center at (213) 740-4039.

Fellows also receive $1,600 each academic year ($800 per semester) to devote time to their research projects. During their research projects, students gain insight into an academic career by working closely with a faculty mentor. A loan repayment program is available to help students overcome disincentives to pursue an academic career caused by undergraduate loan indebtedness. Fellows who enroll in a Mellonapproved Ph.D. program within 39 months of receiving their undergraduate degree are eligible for up to $10,000 in undergraduate loan payments.

MELLON MAYS UNDERGRADUATE FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

Student-Athlete Academic Services

Martha Enciso, Assistant Coordinator (213) 740-9116 Email: menciso@usc.edu

Magdi El Shahawy, Associate Athletic Director, Academic Services (213) 740-3801 Heritage Hall B30 Email: melshaha@usc.edu usc.edu/dept/athletics/saas

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Bruce Zuckerman, Co-coordinator (213) 740-3405 Ahmanson Center for Biological Research (ACB), 327 Email: bzuckerm@usc.edu

The best applications have months and years of planning behind them. The Office of Academic and International Fellowships can support you throughout the process, providing assistance with information gathering, reviewing essays, mock interviews, application coordination and university endorsements. Academic and International Fellowships will also connect you with faculty experts on campus and others who have been through the process to help you to strategize and determine which scholarships may best suit your needs. Scholarships include the Churchill Scholarship, Fulbright Grant, Gates Cambridge Scholarship, Gillman Scholarship, Luce Scholarship, Marshall Scholarship, Rhodes Scholarship, Rotary Scholarship and Truman Scholarship. You may contact the office at any time during your undergraduate or graduate career if you are considering one of these opportunities, or would like to find out more information. Keep an eye out for on-campus fall and spring information sessions. ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR GRADUATE STUDY

Finding financial support for graduate study frequently requires careful planning and considerable initiative.

Michael Jackson, Co-coordinator (213) 740-5240 Student Union 201 Email: mjackson@usc.edu usc.edu/student-affairs/MMUF The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) Program is the centerpiece of the Andrew W. Mellon Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initiative to increase diversity in the faculty ranks of colleges and universities. The University of Southern Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MMUF program is a partnership between the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences, the Office of the Provost, and the Division of Student Affairs. The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Program identifies, supports and mentors highly qualified undergraduate students and encourages them to pursue a Ph.D. in fields in which diversity has not been historically present. In order to bring a wider range of experiences and perspectives to teaching and scholarship, the program also strives to increase the number of faculty from underrepresented groups. Students are chosen on the basis of their academic performance, potential and interest in pursuing a Ph.D. in a Mellon-approved field (humanities, social sciences, physical sciences, computer science and mathematics). Fellowships are awarded each spring semester to sophomore and junior students. An award of $3,600 is provided for two summers, enabling fellows to devote six weeks of full-time work to an academic research project.

Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) provides the necessary support to assist all student-athletes in reaching their full potential academically, personally and professionally. Our program includes academic advising, career development, community service, tutorial programs and learning specialists, all of which are aimed at promoting a philosophy of individual responsibility so as to encourage each student-athlete to value his or her educational experience. In providing such services, SAAS gives student-athletes the opportunity to develop the skills needed to persist toward graduation, become leaders within the community and lead successful and productive lives.

Writing Center (213) 740-3691 Taper Hall 321 Email: writing@usc.edu usc.edu/writingcenter The Writing Center provides any member of the university community with one-on-one assistance for writing tasks. This tutoring is available for students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels and for native as well as nonnative speakers of English. In addition, the center offers grammar, style and skill workshops that address specific grammatical and syntactic issues in small-group tutorials.

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staff. Laptop lending is available at Waite Phillips Hall, King Olympic Hall and Henry Salvatori Computer Science Center. You may be asked to show your USC ID card. • Leavey Library’s Information Commons (LVL lower level and second floor) • Waite Phillips Hall (WPH B34) • King Olympic Hall (KOH 206) • Henry Salvatori Computer Science Center (SAL 125) For more information, including computing center hours, visit usc.edu/its/spaces/computingcenters. Many academic units also run their own computer labs. Check with individual academic departments for details. CONNECTING TO USC’S NETWORK

You can connect to the USC network wirelessly or through ResNet. Wireless

Computing Resources Information Technology Services Customer Support Center (213) 740-5555 Email: consult@usc.edu usc.edu/its Information Technology Services (ITS) offers many resources to meet your computing needs and help you achieve your academic goals.

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GETTING STARTED

Before activating your USC computing account, you must be registered for classes or have paid your tuition deposit and certified that you will be attending USC. You must also agree to observe the university’s computing policies, which are available online at usc.edu/its/policies. When you are ready to activate your USC computing account, visit usc.edu/firstlogin. USC COMPUTING CENTERS

The USC computing centers, listed below, offer technology-enhanced collaborative spaces, computers, wireless networking and printing services for USC students, faculty and

There are two ways to connect to the USC wireless network: USC Wireless and USC Wireless Plus. • USC Wireless: USC Wireless is an open network. You can connect without entering your USC user name and password. Because USC Wireless is an open network, ITS recommends that you use USC’s Virtual Private Network (VPN) software to protect your personal information when using this network. For more information, visit usc.edu/vpn. • USC Wireless Plus: USC Wireless Plus is a faster, encrypted network, available only to USC account holders. When connecting to USC Wireless Plus for the first time, you may need to configure your wireless device. For instructions, see usc.edu/wireless/plus.

Free antivirus and other software is available for download at software.usc.edu (valid USC login required). For software resources, visit usc.edu/its/software. For instructions on how to keep your computer secure, go to usc.edu/its/security. For useful information about IT-related security threats and updates, including warnings about the latest phishing attempts, go to the ITS Security Blog at it-security.usc.edu. Blackboard

Blackboard is the online learning management system used by many USC instructors to provide digital copies of syllabi, course notes, handouts, media files, Website links and hosted discussion forums. Blackboard allows you to upload assignments, take quizzes, communicate with classmates and track your grades and progress in your classes. Blackboard is available at blackboard.usc.edu. Blackboard Mobile Learn

Blackboard Mobile Learn is a free application that allows you to access your Blackboard course information directly from your smartphone or tablet. You can view documents and course rosters, create threaded discussion posts, comment on blogs and journals, check grades and assignments, and more. For additional information, go to usc.edu/its/blackboardmobile.

ResNet

MyUSC

All the rooms in USC residence halls are connected to ResNet, a high-speed wired computer network. More information can be found at usc.edu/resnet.

MyUSC is the university’s portal, designed to provide personalized access to wide-ranging campus resources in a single location. Features include university and student group announcements; national and university news and events feeds; and access to online registration, OASIS, Blackboard and other services. To access myUSC, go to my.usc.edu.

ITS RESOURCES Computer Security

ITS recommends that you install and maintain security software and follow safe computing practices to help protect yourself and the USC community from malicious programs (viruses, worms), hacking attempts and online identity theft. Visit usc.edu/its/security for more information about how to keep your computer secure.

USCmobile

USCmobile gives you access to a broad range of USC content from your smartphone or tablet, including campus directories, maps, news, events, USC Bus routes and arrival times, and more. USCmobile is available at mobile.usc.edu.

Lynda.com

As a USC student, you receive access to Lynda.com, an online training provider offering more than 1,200 video-based courses on a broad range of computing and technology topics, including Google Apps, Blackboard, Adobe products, Microsoft Office, Web design and development, audio/video production, computer programming and mobile devices. Lynda.com is available at usc.edu/its/lynda. COMPUTING ETHICS

Computing and network misconduct is a serious violation of academic values, and some acts of misconduct are addressed specifically by criminal and civil law. All USC account holders are expected to respect the rights and property of others and to familiarize themselves with USCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s computing policies by reviewing them online at usc.edu/its/policies. Copyright Compliance

USC expects members of its community to familiarize themselves with copyright laws as they pertain to the educational environment. You can find a copy of the annual copyright compliance letter that is sent to all students at usc.edu/its/copyright/letter. Additional information about copyright issues related to digital media and technologies is available at usc.edu/its/copyright. Illegal File Sharing

ITS provides a variety of resources to help students understand copyright issues related to digital media and file-sharing technologies, along with the risks of illegal file sharing. See usc.edu/its/copyright/brochure for more information. HELP Network and Software

If you need help with network connectivity and software, contact the consultants at the ITS Customer Support Center at (213) 740-5555 or consult@usc.edu. Online Help

Students can learn more about ITS at usc.edu/its. IT at USC E-newsletter

IT at USC is an e-newsletter designed to create a sense of IT community across campus. Each issue includes stories, computing self-help articles and announcements. You can sign up for IT at USC for advice about safe computing practices and updates on IT developments across campus on the ITS Website. Go to usc.edu/its and scroll down to the lower right-hand corner.

Libraries Doheny Memorial Library (213) 740-2924 3550 Trousdale Parkway usc.edu/libraries The USC Libraries develop collections and services that support and encourage the academic endeavors of faculty, students and staff; build a community of critical consumers of information; and help develop engaged world citizens. With more than four million books and thousands of electronic journals and databases, the USC Libraries actively support the discovery, creation and preservation of knowledge. The USC Libraries provide significant collections in the areas of American literature, architecture, cinema and television studies, East Asian studies, international and public affairs, philosophy, Latin American studies, Southern California regional history and many other disciplines. For information on all USC libraries and collections, visit usc.edu/libraries. Current library hours and locations are available atusc.edu/libraries/locations. EDWARD L. DOHENY, JR. MEMORIAL LIBRARY

The largest of USCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s libraries is Doheny Memorial Library, which contains most of the research collections for the humanities and social sciences. Doheny Library also houses Special Collections, the Cinematic Arts Library, Music Library and East Asian Library. Librarians are available to answer your research questions in the Los Angeles Times Reference Room. THOMAS AND DOROTHY LEAVEY LIBRARY

Leavey Library provides an environment for intellectual inquiry and discovery geared toward undergraduate learning needs. Leavey Library features a core collection of books and journals, two electronic information commons with nearly 200 computer workstations, more than 50 collaborative workspaces, two hands-on learning classrooms, a multimedia auditorium and more than 1,400

Information Resources

reader seats in a variety of formal and informal arrangements. Leavey provides faculty and students with tools to accomplish research using both traditional and electronic resources. Within Leavey, librarians and staff provide assistance for faculty using technology and information resources to develop materials for instruction and research. Librarians and student navigation assistants are available to assist students with print and electronic resources. The library is open 24 hours a day, except from midnight Saturday to 9 a.m. on Sunday, during most of the academic year. SPECIALIZED SUBJECT LIBRARIES

USC has many libraries that feature specialized collections and archives, including the Cinematic Arts Library, East Asian Library, Gerontology

Academic Department Computer Labs School of Architecture arch.usc.edu/ Resources/Physical/ ComputerFacilities Marshall School of Business marshall.usc.edu/ faculty/library Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism annenberg.usc.edu/ CurrentStudents/ Resources Roski School of Fine Arts roski.usc.edu/ undergrad/areas/ intermedia/facilities Davis School of Gerontology usc.edu/gero/current_ students Language Center Lab language.usc.edu Gould School of Law weblaw.usc.edu/why/ students/tech/ index.cfm

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Libraries

Library, Helen Topping Architecture and Fine Arts Library, Hoose Library of Philosophy, Music Library, Roy P. Crocker Business Library, Science and Engineering Library, Von KleinSmid Center Library for International and Public Affairs, and others. LIBRARY CARD

Your USCard also serves as your library card. Simply present your USCard at any campus library circulation desk to activate full library privileges. Your library card will remain valid and will be renewed automatically as long as you are an enrolled student. GETTING HELP

USC provides expert reference assistance to students at all campus libraries. Research help is available in person during regularly scheduled hours at the reference desk located in the Los Angeles Times Reference Room in Doheny Memorial Library and at many branch libraries. The Ask-a-Librarian electronic reference service (usc.edu/askalibrarian) allows students to receive answers via phone, email or online chat. During the

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academic year, library and computing assistance is available in the Leavey Library Lower Commons. ONLINE CATALOGUE AND ELECTRONIC RESOURCES

Find books, articles and other materials using the online library catalogues, accessible through the USC Libraries homepage at usc.edu/libraries. Choose Quick Search for a broad search of articles, books, and other print and electronic resources. Chose HOMER to search books, periodicals and other materials held by the USC Libraries. USC SIDNEY HARMAN ACADEMY FOR POLYMATHIC STUDY

Located in its own quarters on the second floor of Doheny Memorial Library, the USC Sidney Harman Academy for Polymathic Study offers a series of conversational encounters intended to encourage polymathic inquiry. Conversations and other forms of presentation will include faculty, junior faculty, postdoctoral students, graduate students and undergraduates. These discussions are anchored in and structured by the four quadrants of polymathic practice: critical and integrative thinking, study of the great polymaths, the tapestry of knowledge, and communication. Find a full program of events at polymathic.usc.edu. EVENTS AND EXHIBITIONS

The USC Libraries produce original programming that encourages the USC community to engage with the libraries’ diverse collections. Public programming takes the form of lectures, conferences, performances and exhibitions, and highlights the libraries’ role in inspiring creative and scholarly work. A list of upcoming events is available at usc.edu/libraries/events.

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OTHER SERVICES

Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery

Access the USC Libraries’ interlibrary loan service through the ILLiad online system. Students may borrow scholarly materials not available at USC by placing an interlibrary loan request. Online request forms are available at usc.edu/ libraries/services/idd/interlibrary_loan. Reserve Materials

The USC Libraries maintain electronic and hard copy reserve systems. Leavey Library hosts most paper reserve materials for many general education classes. Items currently on hard copy reserve are listed in HOMER, USC’s online catalogue, via the Reserve Desk feature.

Hard copy reserve materials may be checked out from a library for a limited time (usually for two hours or one day). Electronic reserve materials are available through the ARES System at usc.edu/libraries/course_reserves.

Student Media ANNENBERG TV NEWS

(213) 740-3847 (213) 740-0755 (FAX) Email: atvn@usc.edu Follow ATVN on Facebook and Twitter atvn.org Annenberg TV News (ATVN) is USC’s award-winning, multimedia television news operation. ATVN produces live nightly newscasts shown campus-wide and creates innovative news and sports multimedia coverage for the Web. ATVN’s aspiring journalists and leaders develop skills in newsgathering and production while covering campus, local, national and international stories of importance to the USC community. Away from commercial influences, students resolve the ethical dilemmas of daily news and obtain the hands-on experience needed to work in the professional world. Students from all majors work in ATVN’s all-digital newsroom and studio. ATVN graduates work in local network and multimedia operations all over the country. Visit atvn.org, follow @atvn on Twitter and watch our live newscasts on Trojan Vision. IMPACT

(213) 740-3927 Email: impact@usc.edu uscimpact.org IMPACT is a half-hour television news magazine and documentary program produced by USC Annenberg broadcast journalism students. Students, with no prior experience necessary, learn to pitch ideas, research, shoot, write and edit their own stories. The award-winning program airs on Trojan Vision on more than 40 cable systems throughout Southern California, is carried on various online television sources. Visit our Website (uscimpact.org) and subscribe to our podcast. You can also find us on YouTube. If you are interested in participating in this program, call (213) 740-3927.

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TROJAN VISION TELEVISION

(213) 740-8008 Email: shoutout@neontommy.com neontommy.com

Executive Director: Don Tillman Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts (213) 743-2731 3131 S. Figueroa St. Email: info@trojanvision.com trojanvision.com

Neon Tommy is a Web-only, Los Angeles-based news source sponsored by the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. It covers crucial stories that would otherwise fall by the wayside, providing meaningful context in a cluttered media landscape. Its fleet of student reporters focuses on Los Angeles and Southern California news, with selective coverage of national and international events. Neon Tommy serves not only as a lab and incubator for transformative innovation in the fastchanging world of journalism but also as a vibrant source of the best in local, regional, national and international reporting and commentary. RADIO STATION

(213) 740-1483 Email: info@kxsc.org kxsc.org KXSC is the official campus radio station. It is the student source for music, news, sports and information. The radio station broadcasts on 1560 AM and also transmits via the Internet (kxsc.org) from its location in the Campus Center. The reception desk can be reached at (213) 740-1483. If you would like to work at the station, there are opportunities in sales, engineering, public relations, concerts and programming. Students who wish to become on-air talent can visit kxsc.org for an application. Call (213) 740-1483 or email info@kxsc.org for more information.

Trojan Vision is USC’s student-operated television station located on the University Park Campus. The station began producing and airing original content on September 15, 1997 through a grant from the USC Annenberg Center. In the spring of 1999, a generous donation from renowned Hollywood director Robert Zemeckis (Back to the Future, Forrest Gump) provided funding for a state-of-the-art digital training facility, the Robert Zemeckis Center for Digital Arts, where Trojan Vision continues to operate to this day. In 2006, Trojan Vision was invited to join the USC School of Cinematic Arts. The station provides its staff of students with a hands-on learning experience in all areas of television production, as well as the opportunity for student work to be seen on campus, throughout the greater Los Angeles area and all over the world. In addition to volunteering at the station, students may receive class credit for working at Trojan Vision through CTPR 409, an upper-division cinema-television production course available to all students for 2 or 4 units. Trojan Vision, which airs 24 hours a day, seven days a week, is an important training ground for students from all majors and colleges within the university. Trojan Vision programming is produced exclusively by students and is broadcast to the entire campus community on Channel 8.1 in high definition, reaching more than 34,000 students and

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Student Quotes About the Libraries

“Doheny is a beautiful building, but inside it’s like a maze – someone could die in the stacks and not be found for years.” “I’ve found so many interesting books there that I don’t need; it’s the ones I’m looking for that I can never find.” – SCampus 1972-73

award for their Longo Lexus video and a gold award for their DPS safety training video. Trojan Vision’s professional production house, the Special Productions department, offers Trojan Vision’s best and brightest students the opportunity to work on paid shoots for clients both inside and outside the university. Previous shoots have included Pete Carroll’s press conference for ESPN and the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences’ Student Emmys telecast. All students on the Special Productions team have gone through rigorous training that teaches them how to use industry-standard equipment and prepares them to enter the workforce by gaining invaluable real world experience.

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NEON TOMMY

20,000 faculty and staff daily. Trojan Vision reaches more than two million homes with availability throughout Los Angeles on LA@36, and the station also provides programming across the globe 24 hours a day through live and on-demand Internet streaming at trojanvision.com. As of February 2011, Trojan Vision also operates the Trojan Vision Student Film Channel on channel 8.3, showcasing the work of talented students from the USC School of Cinematic Arts. Trojan Vision has won numerous awards. It has been named the “best college television station in the country” by “Spin Magazine,” and was awarded six Telly Awards, which honor “outstanding local, regional and cable television commercials and programs.” Trojan Vision’s most recent accolades include two Ava Awards, a platinum

Student Publications

Student Publications Question: How can I become a member of the Daily Trojan or El Rodeo staff? Answer: Applications are available from Student Publications at the end of each semester for the Daily Trojan. Applications for El Rodeo are available at the end of the spring semester and at the beginning of the fall semester. The editors-in-chief of the publications conduct interviews for qualified candidates.

Director: Mona H. Cravens (213) 740-2707 Student Union 404 dailytrojan.com uscelrodeo.com The Office of Student Publications supports and coordinates the administrative and technical needs of students who elect to participate in and learn from the opportunities in student publications such as the Daily Trojan and El Rodeo. Student Publications provides an educational environment and professional equipment to ensure an optimal learning experience, as an enhancement to formal classroom instruction. A primary goal is to build a broad base of

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student writers, editors, photographers and artists for future generations and to promote the values of team effort, completion of goals and pursuit of excellence. CAMPUS NEWSPAPER

The campus newspaper, the Daily Trojan, is a valuable aid in establishing and maintaining an atmosphere of free and responsible discussion and intellectual exploration of the campus. It is recognized as one of the principal means of bringing student concerns to the attention of the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s faculty members and administrators and of formulating student opinion on various issues on the campus and in the world at large. The electronic version of the Daily Trojan is available at dailytrojan. com. Email: dtrojan@usc.edu. USC YEARBOOK

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The yearbook, El Rodeo, provides a permanent pictorial and written record of each academic year at the university. The editors strive to highlight programs, student organizations and other particularly noteworthy influences on the campus and in the community. Individual portraits for the graduates section are taken during the fall semester. In addition, all group photography, including clubs, organizations, fraternities and sororities are reserved and arranged during the fall semester. For more information, visit uscelrodeo.com. In addition, students may order copies of the El Rodeo online at uscelrodeo.com. Pre-orders at discounted prices are available during the fall semester. For more information, call 740-2707 or email elrodeo@usc.edu.

University Publications Director: Sue Vogl (213) 740-2200 (213) 740-5238 (FAX) Student Union 400 Email: univpub@usc.edu studentaffairs.usc.edu/departments/ university-publications The Office of University Publications is responsible for editing and producing the printed and online USC Catalogue and several school bulletins and viewbooks. University Publications also publishes the online Schedule of Classes, the annual Commencement Program, the printed and online SCampus and assists in the production of a variety of other publications and Websites, including the Student Affairs site, studentaffairs.usc.edu. University Publications promotes and informs the university and Los Angeles communities about Student Affairs programs and services through news stories and features on the USC News Website and in the USC Chronicle and Trojan Family Magazine. The Office of University Publications is a USC Brand Manager and assists students, faculty and staff in implementation of the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s graphic identity system. University Publications has won numerous CASE awards and two PRSA awards for publications it has produced. In addition, University Publications has won awards for its use of recycled paper as well as for working with minority- and womenowned businesses.

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Student Activities

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Outside the classroom, there is a lot to see and do at USC. Students told us SCampus needed a list of clubs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; you will find hundreds listed in this section. Information about sports, arts and volunteer opportunities is also included.

Activities, Campus

Arts at USC

Activities, Campus Director: Heather Larabee (213) 740-5693 Tutor Campus Center 330 sait.usc.edu/ca The Office of Campus Activities believes the unique Trojan experience is enhanced by activities and programs outside of the classroom. Our role is to provide a link between students’ classroom experiences to activities beyond the classroom. The Office of Campus Activities sponsors services, programs and events to educate, advocate, entertain and challenge students. Campus Activities provides students the necessary tools and resources for their individual and student organization success as well as supports student advocacy efforts. This office exists to create a student life experience exclusive to USC. The Office of Campus Activities comprises several offices/departments including: • Campus Traditions - CONQUEST - Homecoming - Spirit Bags - Student organization awards • Center for Student Involvement - USCLead - Peer Leadership Consultants - Student Organizations • Graduate Student Government • Program Board • Transfer and Veteran Student Programs • Undergraduate Student Government

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HOW TO GET INVOLVED

Student organizations are a great way to get involved on campus. Belonging to a group that shares your interests can enrich your college experience. Academic interest groups, honor societies, sports clubs, religious organizations, groups with a focus on political or social issues, service organizations and clubs with primarily social purposes are among the official student organizations at USC. For an up-to-date list of organizations and contact information, visit the student organization Website at usc.edu/stuorgs or refer to “Student Organizations” on page 81. Once you decide to join a particular student organization, you can call or email the president, go to their meetings or put a note in one of the organization mailboxes. Involvement fairs are held twice a year to give you the opportunity to meet student organization representatives and learn how to join a group. In addition to student organizations, USC has a variety of other ways for you

to be active. Students can get involved in student governance through the Undergraduate Student Government, Graduate Student Government, University Residential Student Community and building governments. Program Board is a good opportunity for students who like to program events or are interested in bringing educational, social and cultural events to campus. (For more information on student governance opportunities, see Student Governance on page 79.) USC also has an active greek community as well as cultural centers that both welcome and educate students about different cultures and ethnicities. If you need help finding your niche, visit the Peer Leadership Consultants in TCC 330. SCHEDULING OFFICE

(213) 740-6728 Tutor Campus Center 330 Email: scevents@usc.edu usc.edu/scheduling The SCheduling Office oversees scheduling of Bovard Auditorium, the Tutor Campus Center, Ground Zero Coffeehouse, most outdoor parks and plazas, as well as student advertising spaces. BOVARD AUDITORIUM

(213) 740-4211 Email: bovprod@usc.edu usc.edu/bovard Bovard Auditorium is the largest lecture and performing space on the USC campus. It is one of the oldest and busiest performance venues in Southern California. Staffed with an all-student technical and house team, it serves as home for the President’s Distinguished Lecture and Performance Series, the Thornton Symphony, USC Spectrum

Performing Arts Series, Visions and Voices events and large-scale studentsponsored events. For reservations, contact the Bovard production managers at bovprod@usc.edu.

Arts at USC Los Angeles is a dynamic center for the creative arts. This excitement is reflected at USC through diverse opportunities for involvement in the arts as a participant or observer. USC FISHER MUSEUM OF ART

(213) 740-4561 Harris Hall fisher.usc.edu In 1937, USC accepted a gift from Elizabeth Holmes Fisher, the first woman to serve on the USC Board of Trustees, to construct the Elizabeth Holmes Fisher Gallery. Dedicated on November 14, 1939, it was renamed the USC Fisher Museum of Art in 2008. In addition, Mrs. Fisher, between 1939 and 1951, donated a total of 74 paintings, drawings, and sculptures by European and American artists. The Fisher Museum also maintains a collection of some 1,800 individual works of art in a wide range of media, mostly painting, from old master works by Dutch, Flemish, British, French and Italian painters to contemporary Latin American and Mexican art. Fisher Museum is thrilled to collaborate with the Tutor Campus Center through the long-term loan of works of art from the permanent collection so that they may be viewed and enjoyed by thousands of our students and visitors to campus throughout the year. The Fisher Museum of Art is also home to the USC International

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• Yoga with Fisher@USC: yoga instructors use the paintings on display for inspiration and meditation. • Concerts with Fisher@USC: musical events utilizing the museum’s ideal acoustic space. • Films with Fisher@USC: regular film screenings in the galleries. • Families with Fisher@USC: community events held for families. Admission to the museum and related events and programs is free. Group tours are also available by appointment. Please visit Fisher’s Website and the USC Arts and Events Calendar for information on current exhibitions and events. The Fisher Museum is open Tuesdays through Fridays, 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturdays 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. It is closed on university holidays and during the summer. HELEN LINDHURST ARCHITECTURE GALLERY

(213) 740-2723 Watt Hall usc.edu/about/visit/upc/event_venues/ lindhurst.html The USC Helen Lindhurst Architecture Gallery features the work of renowned architects and faculty members, students and alumni of the USC School of Architecture. The gallery hosts juried exhibits of architectural works, from the classic to the futuristic, with drawings, photographs, models and three-dimensional installations that blur the line between architecture and art. Recent shows have featured such leading architects as Renzo Piano, Santiago Calatrava, Alvaro Siza, Carlos Diniz and Herman Hertzberger. HELEN LINDHURST FINE ARTS GALLERY

(213) 740-2787 Watt Hall 104 The Helen Lindhurst Fine Arts Gallery offers the best in traditional and experimental arts. Weekly exhibits of artwork

by fine arts students, faculty and guest artists span all media from sculpture and painting to graphic design and digital media. CINEMATIC ARTS

Eileen Norris Cinema Theatre Complex cinema.usc.edu Various divisions within the School of Cinematic Arts conduct special seminars and screenings featuring distinguished artists and scholars from film, television and interactive media. Recent events open to all audiences included a major tribute to Dino De Laurentiis, an evening with John Waters, and Comedy@ SCA, a three-day comedy festival with legendary comedians and filmmakers such as Steve Carell and Ivan Reitman, plus campus sneak previews of blockbusters such as The Avengers, 21 Jump Street, American Reunion, The Pirates! Band of Misfits, Brave, The Help, Titanic 3D and many others. Recent guests included Werner Herzog, Jason Segel, Tim and Eric, Jonah Hill, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Michael Mann, Mario Van Peebles, Kevin Feige, Brett Ratner, Diego Luna and others. The Outside the Box [Office] film series is a weekly showcase for upcoming releases highlighting international, documentary and independent cinema, including recent screenings of Melancholia, Undefeated, A Separation, Margaret and Into the Abyss. The weekly screenings are in the Ray Stark Family Theatre in the Cinematic Arts Complex. The screenings are free of charge and open to all USC students, faculty, staff and alumni. See the calendar of screenings at cinema.usc.edu/events. Open screenings and displays of advanced student productions, including narrative, documentary, interactive, animated and experimental, will take place at various locations around campus. See cinema.usc.edu for details. The Summer Program offers intensive film and video production, entertainment business, visual effects, computer graphics, gaming and screenwriting courses. For more information, visit cinema.usc.edu/summer or call (213) 740-3327. MUSIC PERFORMANCES

(213) 740-2584 (concert information) (213) 740-2167 (tickets) usc.edu/music The USC Thornton School of Music, which celebrated its 125th anniversary in 2009, presents more than 500 student

and faculty performances throughout the year, both on and off campus. Ensembles present a variety of vocal and instrumental music in a broad range of musical styles. The Thornton School presents a free weekly recital series, “Music at Noon,” on Wednesdays at the United University Church. The series showcases some of the school’s finest soloists and ensembles performing varied and interesting programs. The school also presents a free “Thornton Jazz Night” at Ground Zero, showcasing the school’s jazz studies program. Thornton Center Stage, a weekly music magazine of performances from the Thornton School of Music, is broadcast Sundays at 8 p.m. on classical KUSCFM (91.5). Hosted by KUSC radio personality Alan Chapman, each edition of Thornton Center Stage features the most exciting live performances of Thornton School ensembles, archival recordings from the school’s golden age and the latest releases from artist faculty. PERFORMING

Even if you’ve decided not to major in music, you can continue developing your skills by joining one of the many choral or instrumental ensembles at USC. Many of the Thornton School’s

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Museum Institute, or IMI. Created in 2006, IMI is a think tank for museum professionals, offering a wide variety of workshops and lectures broadening the discussion of museums, their impact on society and their future. Accredited by the American Association of Museums (AAM), the USC Fisher Museum of Art is an institution of intellectual inquiry and aesthetic enjoyment not only for USC, but also for the local community and the greater Los Angeles area. During each exhibition, the museum offers a number of cultural activities to enhance the experience of the current show. Some program series include:

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the Gayle and Ed Roski MFA Gallery, 3001 Gallery, and STATION on 30th and Flower Streets; and Superhighway in University Gateway – host weekly art exhibitions. The galleries mainly feature the work of USC art students, but can also include the work of professional artists or students from USC Roski School of Fine Arts-sponsored art programs in local high schools and elementary schools. THEATRE

(213) 821-2744 (information) (213) 740-2167 (tickets) theatre.usc.edu

Question: I’m planning a dodgeball tournament to raise money for my group’s philanthropy. How can I reserve a facility?

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Answer: Recreational Sports schedules many facilities (fields, basketball courts, pool space, etc.) for student organization competitions and events. To reserve space, contact (213) 740-5127. A facility reservation form is available online (usc.edu/recsports). For information on which facilities can be reserved, see page 174.

performance groups are open to all students, though most require an audition. Ensemble classes earn one unit of credit per semester. You can also continue musical instruction by registering for group or private instruction, learn about the technical side of recording arts in workshops offered by the school, or work on your songs in the popular songwriting courses. For detailed information, call the Thornton School’s Office of Student Affairs at (213) 740-4721. LISTENING

USC Radio operates a network of five stations in Southern California and is building a network of stations to serve Northern California as well. USC Radio is providing the only classical music and arts service for both regions and supports USC’s mission by making classical music and the arts a more important part of people’s lives. USC Radio operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week with a professional staff and also offers internships for qualified students. Classical KUSC has offices and studios in downtown Los Angeles at 1149 S. Hill St. at the AT&T Center and operates KUSC-FM (91.5) Los Angeles, KQSC-FM (88.7) Santa Barbara, KPSCFM (88.5) Palm Springs, KDSC-FM (91.1) Thousand Oaks and KESC-FM (99.7) Morro Bay. Classical KDFC operates KDFC-FM (89.9) in Napa/ Sonoma, 90.3 FM in San Francisco and Los Gatos.

USC SPECTRUM

Director: Dane Martens (213) 740-2167 Student Union B-7 usc.edu/spectrum USC Spectrum, a program of the Division of Student Affairs, presents an annual season of the finest in arts and entertainment by nationally and internationally known performers and speakers for the USC community and its Los Angeles neighbors. Over the past 15 years, Spectrum has presented artists Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, Wayne Shorter, Rufus Wainwright, Andrew Bird and Esperanza Spalding as well as distinguished guests Deepak Chopra, Tom Brokaw, Manu Chao, Sherman Alexie, Eva Longoria, Diego Luna, David Gergen and more. Visit usc.edu/spectrum for a list of current events and programs. STUDIO ARTS

USC Roski School of Fine Arts (213) 740-2787 Watt Hall 104 roski.usc.edu The USC Roski School of Fine Arts offers a variety of art classes to students who are not fine arts majors. Day and evening courses are available in drawing and painting, printmaking, ceramics, sculpture, photography, design, digital photography and video. The school also sponsors free lecture series, held throughout the year, featuring nationally distinguished artists and art critics. Five galleries – the Helen Lindhurst Fine Arts Gallery in Watt Hall;

The USC School of Dramatic Arts’ season of performances is enjoyed each year by students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends, as well as many Los Angeles theatre-goers. New and contemporary plays, innovative productions of classical works and a spring musical are featured each year. School of Dramatic Arts performances are staged in five different venues ranging in size from 100 to 550 seats, including the Scene Dock Theatre, the Massman Theatre, the McClintock Theatre and the mainstage Bing Theatre. Student tickets are available at the USC Ticket Office in the Student Union building for the discounted price of $5 for mainstage productions and $6 for musicals. Additional activities include special staged readings of plays written by Master of Fine Arts dramatic writing students. USC ARTS AND EVENTS CALENDAR

Email: webcal@usc.edu usc.edu/calendar The university’s online Arts and Events Calendar is the central source for listing cultural programming at USC. The calendar is searchable by keyword, by date or by type of event, and it can be accessed using RSS or Google Calendar. Anyone in the USC community may submit listings.

Sports INTERCOLLEGIATE SPORTS

Heritage Hall (213) 740-3843 usctrojans.com Intercollegiate athletics have a long, successful tradition at USC. Trojan athletics have won 116 team national championships in a dozen men’s and women’s sports – from baseball to water polo. USC has won more national cham-

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Trojan Spirit Code

The university has established a new policy to honor its championship football team by upholding the Trojan tradition of good sportsmanship. Alcohol is no longer permitted in sports stadiums. For more information, see the Trojan Spirit Code Policy on page 176.

RECREATIONAL SPORTS

Senior Director: Justine Gilman Director: Gabe Valenzuela Lyon University Center (UPC location) (213) 740-5127 HSC Fitness Center (HSC location) (323) 442-7210 Email: recsports@usc.edu usc.edu/recsports To meet the diverse interests of the university community, Recreational Sports has developed a comprehensive sports package, including intramural sports, club sports, fitness, wellness and leisure classes and recreational facilities. The mission of Recreational Sports is to provide quality recreational programs and services that enhance student, faculty and staff knowledge and opportunities for participation in activities that promote healthy lifestyles, positive human relations and leadership skills. Recreational Sports is in two locations, the Lyon University Center on the University Park Campus and the HSC Fitness Center in the Soto Street Building on the Health Sciences Campus. For access to the Lyon Center or the HSC Fitness Center, all students must register for classes for the current semester and complete the online waiver at least 24 hours before using either facility. Membership is available to faculty, staff and alumni for a fee. All patrons must show a valid USC ID and guests must show a picture ID along with their membership card. Intramural Sports

The Intramural Program is one of the most popular undergraduate and graduate student activities at USC with more than 9,900 participants. Intramural leagues and tournaments include: AllUniversity Sports Program (All-U); Women’s Intramural Sports Program (WISP); Coed Sports Program (COED); InterFraternity Sports Program (IFSP); Inter-Sorority Sports Program (ISSP); and Housing and Residential Intramural Challenge Cup (HICcup).

Flag football, softball, basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, kickball, floor hockey and soccer are some of the most popular sports leagues. In each, individuals and teams are categorized to provide equal competition whenever possible. Club Sports

Teams are designed for the amateur athlete who enjoys fun, excitement and intercollegiate competition while improving skills in sports not administered by the Athletic Department. Over 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students participate in student-run USC

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pionships than all but two NCAA member institutions and is one of only three universities in intercollegiate athletics history to win five national championships in one year (1962-63 and 1976-77). In 2011, USC added to its title count by capturing NCAA team crowns in men’s tennis in the spring and in men’s water polo in the fall. USC has 21 Division I sports, including nine men’s teams and 12 women’s teams. The men’s teams include football, baseball, basketball, golf, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball and water polo. Women compete in basketball, cross country, golf, lacrosse, rowing, soccer, swimming and diving, tennis, track and field, volleyball, sand volleyball and water polo. Students interested in participating should visit the Athletic Department in Heritage Hall or call (213) 740-3843. Traditionally, about 4,000 students make the trek to the San Francisco Bay Area the weekend of the away game with either Stanford or Cal. See the Daily Trojan for specific dates and times, for ticket distribution and other information, such as group charter flights and bus schedules, pertaining to the Bay Area weekender. Most students stay in San Francisco and attend a rally sponsored by Alumni Relations and Trojan Pride. Men’s and women’s home basketball games and volleyball matches are played in the Galen Center, located across the street from campus, at the corner of Figueroa Street and Jefferson Boulevard. Seating for these games is generally assigned on a first-come, firstserved basis. Schedules for all men’s and women’s sports are available in Heritage Hall or online at usctrojans.com. Football season tickets for students can be purchased online at usctrojans.com. See page 52 for more information. Quantities may be limited. Entrance to all other men’s and women’s sporting events are free with a USC student identification card.

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Club Sports Facts

• Over 60 teams. • Run by students. • Over 3,500 active members. • USC Men’s Soccer and Men’s Volleyball won the 2011 national championships. • The Ski and Snowboard Team came in 2nd at the 2011 nationals. • The Men’s and Women’s Ultimate Frisbee and Women’s Lacrosse club teams participated in national championships in 2010 and 2011. • The Equestrian Team qualified for the 2011 nationals. • USC Cricket competed in the National Cricket Championships in Florida. • USC Cheer and Stunt won the Western National Championships. • The USC Chess Club won the USC Amateur West Regional Tournament. • The USC Tennis Club came in 3rd in the West Regionals, earning a bid to the National Championships. It also won the 2011 California state championships. • The USC Marathon Club had over 80 runners complete the 2012 Los Angeles Marathon. • The Men’s Ice Hockey Team played in Japan, China and Italy. • Men’s Crew rowed in the Henley Royal Regatta (Oxford) in 2009 and 2010.

club sports. Club sport teams provide leadership opportunities for students and are designed to encourage active participation from all members. USC hosts more than 60 club sports, including archery, chess, cricket, dance, dragon boat, equestrian, fencing, ice hockey, golf, lacrosse, marathon, men’s rowing (crew), polo (horse), rugby, triathlon, ski and snowboard, soccer, surfing, tennis, triathlon, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball, women’s softball and wrestling. Fitness

Trojan Fitness features USC Workout (group exercise classes), massage therapy, personal trainers and private pilates. USC Workout (group exercise) are classes offered in a non-academic environment with experienced instructors. These popular classes include: abs/ core, hip-hop aerobics, zumba, muscle conditioning, cardioboxing, SCycling (USC’s style of cardio cycling), yoga, mat pilates, turbo kickboxing (TKB) and cardio jam. Additional training and fitness opportunities involve personal trainers, massage therapy and individual pilates sessions with apparatus. Martial Arts

Recreational Sports presents a variety of martial arts classes designed to introduce the USC community to a culturally diverse form of exercise, skill development and fitness. Forms offered may include Aikido, Karate, Kung Fu, Shinkendo, Tae Kwon Do, Wu Shu Nation and Dux Ninjitsu. Capoeira, one of the newest styles, is an Afro-Brazilian blend of martial arts, dance and culture. BeFit.BeWell. Wellness Programs

Recreational Sports collaborates with a diverse group of individuals from various departments to develop workshops and seminars on topics such as fitness outreach programs, wellness, fiscal fitness, nutrition, safety, stress management and environmental sustainability (recycling) to provide the USC community opportunities to achieve a healthy lifestyle. Workshops include: CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Certification, Earthquake Preparedness, Smoking Cessation, Health and Nutrition, Take a Hike, Water Jogging, Stress Management Fair, Identity Theft (Money Management), Urban SCycling, Going Green 101, introductory sports classes, Fitness on the Road, Camping 101 and Trojan Trekkers (walking program). Some programs are not available on both campuses.

Lyon Center Pro Shop Equipment Checkout and Locker Rental

A variety of items (such as racquets and yoga mats) are available for rental in the Lyon Center Pro Shop. Some sports equipment and fitness apparel are also available for purchase. Locker rentals and towel service (registration online at usc.edu/recsports) are available for semester and year rental. Day-use lockers are also available (bring your own lock). For additional information, call (213) 740-5127. Outdoor Adventure Rental Service

The Outdoor Adventure Rental (OAR) program was developed to give USC students an opportunity to explore the outer limits of Southern California. Tents, sleeping bags, lanterns and more equipment for hiking, backpacking and camping is available to rent through the OAR program. Reservations are made on a first-come, first-served basis by OAR certified staff members. Facility Scheduling

On the University Park and Health Science campuses, a number of facilities may be reserved for department or student organization competitions and picnics, including: HSC basketball court/ amphitheatre area, HSC classrooms, HSC fitness/group exercise rooms, Cromwell Field, Lyon University Center, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, PED north and south gymnasia, tennis and sports courts, and racquetball and squash courts. For recreation facility reservations, complete the online form at usc.edu/recsports. For racquetball and squash court reservations, contact Recreational Sports at (213) 740-5127.

Employment Opportunities

Recreational Sports provides students with a variety of opportunities to work on both the HSC and UPC campuses and develop leadership skills in sports-related fields. College Work Study Program applicants are preferred. Jobs include student directors, facility managers, officials, marketing and promotions, aerobic (group exercise) instructors, lifeguards, scheduling, fitness instructors, guest services, office assistants, weight room attendants, youth sports instructors and more. Some positions are not available on both campuses. Applications are available online at usc.edu/recsports or at the Lyon Center. Special Programs

Recreational Sports offers a variety of special programs, including: • • • • • • •

Trojan Kids Camp (TKC) Recreational Club Council (RCC) Aerobic instructor clinics Master’s Swimming Program Sports officials/referees clinics CPR and lifeguard certification Physical Education building indoor pool (Rec Swim) • Wellness programs • Spirit squads (Song Leaders, Spirit Leaders, Junior Song Girl Camp and Traveler) • Recreational services (golf tournaments, tennis competitions, etc.) FACILITIES General William Lyon University Center

The 66,000-square-foot Lyon University Center, located on University Park Campus, provides the recreational space needed to accommodate extracurricular sports and fitness activities. This facility

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Health Sciences Campus Fitness Center

The new HSC Fitness Center is a highlight of the Health Sciences Campus. Located in the 2001 Soto Street Building, the 10,000-square-foot HSC Fitness Center houses a variety of cardiovascular and fitness equipment, weights, two group exercise rooms, restrooms, showers and day-use-only lockers. Some equipment is available for check out. Adjacent to the fitness center, a lighted basketball court and multipurpose area (with ampitheatre) is available for drop-in, intramural programs and reservations. The HSC Fitness Center, opened in fall 2011, is one of the newest enhancements of campus life.

Student Governance The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) and the Graduate Student Government (GSG) are recognized by the university administration as the official voices of the student body. These groups are representative student-elected bodies offering campus programs, a forum to address campus issues and an opportunity for students to become involved in the university community.

and funding. Recent projects include providing free shuttles to popular L.A. attractions (Greater L.A. Excursions), creating the Sustainability Mug and extending hours at various dining facilities. Legislative Branch

The legislative branch consists of 12 elected senators who represent three constituencies: greek, commuter and residential. The legislative body approves programming fee allocations and advocates on behalf of the student body. Executive Branch

The executive branch of the Undergraduate Student Government is responsible for advocacy-related work and programming, the election and recruitment of individuals for the senate, public relations and the allocation of funds to student organizations. Judicial Council

Made up of seven associate justices and one chief justice, this council serves as the judicial body of the Undergraduate Student Government. The council has the jurisdiction to rule on all USG constitutional and bylaw petitions. PROGRAM BOARD

(213) 740-5656 Tutor Campus Center 224 uscprogramboard.com Program Board is a student-run event programming organization on campus. It comprises five campus-wide committees and eight assemblies that serve as umbrella organizations to numerous member organizations. Each committee and assembly strives to program events that not only educate and entertain students, but also promote diversity and cultural awareness.

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Campus-wide Events Committees

Concerts, performing arts, special events, speakers and Trojan Pride Assemblies

Academic Culture Assembly; Asian Pacific American Student Assembly; Black Student Assembly; International Students’ Assembly; Latina/o Student Assembly; Political Student Assembly; Queer and Ally Student Assembly; and the Women’s Student Assembly

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GRADUATE STUDENT GOVERNMENT (GSG)

Adviser: Enrique Trujillo Administrative Assistant: Jakita Morgan (213) 740-5620 Tutor Campus Center 224 usg.usc.edu

Administrative Assistant: Jakita Morgan (213) 740-5620 Tutor Campus Center 224 gsg.usc.edu

The Undergraduate Student Government serves the undergraduate students at USC through advocacy, programming

is responsible for managing student resources efficiently, providing a voice for the student community, building a community that fosters interdisciplinary exchanges, and informing students about their rights, resources and opportunities. Elected officers, senators who represent all schools and departments, and special interest committees tackle issues specific to graduate and professional students and provide venues for interaction beyond the academic realm. An executive board of 11 officers is elected every spring by the GSG senators. The executive board oversees the daily operations of GSG and works closely with the Senate to promote graduate and professional student interests within the USC administration and academic departments. GSG senators are elected by their peers in their particular academic department or school and meet monthly to address issues and concerns. The Senate’s committees are made up of student volunteers and committee chairs elected within the committees. They provide GSG with special interest programming as well as the research and recommendations behind various advocacy initiatives. Students participate in GSG and university committees, meet with administration and faculty to discuss issues of joint importance and call upon the expertise of the professionals who serve students. GSG works closely with university officials to enhance graduate and professional student life. By establishing these close ties, GSG is better able to meet the needs of graduate and professional students.

The GSG mission is to enhance the USC graduate and professional student experience by serving as the face of the student body. To accomplish this, GSG

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significantly affects the quality of campus life for the entire university community. The Lyon University Center houses the Recreational Sports Office as well as racquetball and squash courts, a climbing wall, locker rooms, sauna and whirlpool, weight room equipped with a full line of weight-lifting equipment including free weights, a cardiovascular exercise room, group exercise fitness studio, Robinson Fitness Room (SCycling room), two multipurpose rooms, a club meeting room and gymnasia for intramural sports, open “drop in” recreation and special events. The Lyon Center also houses a newly converted cardiovascular and weight exercise area on the second floor, expanding the available area to nearly double the size of the original exercise room. Locker and changing room facilities serve the center and the adjacent McDonald’s Swim Stadium, which features a 25-yard by 25-yard diving pool and a 50-meter by 25-yard competition pool.

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other Wednesday night and in spite of some frantic electioneering and ‘campaigning’ every spring, we somehow get the business of student

government taken care of – if it’s not done neatly and to everyone’s satfaction, at least it’s done.” – Student Handbook 1947-48

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UNIVERSITY RESIDENTIAL STUDENT COMMUNITY (URSC)

President: Ameed Anvar Adviser: Viktor Kerney (213) 740-6467 Student Union 200 ursc.usc.edu Elected representatives of residential student government serve as a voice for residential students in the university’s decision-making process. They also provide campus-wide programming to enhance the residential living environment. URSC is particularly adept at addressing concerns that affect students who live in university housing. URSC is also active on regional and national levels, and is considered one of the nation’s top residential student governments. URSC is advised by Viktor Kerney, assistant director for student development and leadership in the Office for Residential Education. Building Governments

A representative student government exists in all the residential communities. These are affiliated with URSC and advised by Residential Education staff.

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GREEK COUNCIL

Office of Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development usc.edu/student-affairs/greeklife (213) 740-2080 Student Union 200 USC has six student-run greek councils, each serving as a coordinating and oversight body for their respective constituents. The councils are made up of representatives from each of the constituent chapters and new officers are elected yearly. The six councils include the Asian Greek Council, Interfraternity Council, Multicultural Greek Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Professional Fraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council. Each of these councils works to ensure the strength and growth of the chapters they represent. Additionally, the councils plan and implement programs and events designed to enhance the experience of all students, especially those who participate in fraternity and sorority life. For more information, contact the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development at usc.edu/ student-affairs/greeklife or (213) 740-2080. RECREATION CLUB COUNCIL

USC Recreational Sports usc.edu/recsports Lyon University Center (UPC location) (213) 740-5127 (213) 740-9739 (FAX)

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HSC Fitness Center (323) 442-7210 (323) 442-7354 (FAX)

The Recreation Club Council (RCC) is a collective organization of more than 60 club teams recognized by Recreational Sports and the Office of Campus Activities. The RCC is dedicated to serving the athletic needs of students, faculty and staff by offering sporting opportunities typically not available through existing academic, recreational, intramural and/or varsity programming. The mission of the RCC is to allow the university community an opportunity to pursue sporting passions they brought to USC and to discover new ones. The primary focus is to provide stability, guidance, leadership and continuity to all new and returning clubs. In doing so, the RCC builds shared experiences and relationships with other members who have a similar excitement for sport. With the RCC as the governing body of all club sport teams and recreational clubs, each club designates a club leader to represent the club at monthly RCC

meetings. Though most of the administrative operations happen on the University Park Campus, all clubs and club activities are open to students from all USC campuses. Several clubs host competition and practice for USC staff, faculty and alumni. Some of the club sports include: badminton, climbing, cricket, ballroom dance, equestrian, fencing, golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, rugby, soccer, volleyball, table tennis, polo, racquetball, rowing, ski and snowboard, women’s fast pitch softball, surfing and tennis. Club sports maintain membership during the fall and spring semesters only. Most clubs are not active during the summer session. Membership fees and application periods vary from club to club. Most club teams compete in the spring semester with the fall semester dedicated to strength training and conditioning. Many clubs maintain a portion of the membership for basic instruction and recreation (not competition) throughout the year. Fencing, chess, dance, golf, archery, badminton, tennis and racquetball are just a few of the clubs that welcome new members throughout the season. A list of sport club teams is available online at usc.edu/recsports. For additional information, contact the Club Sport Office (recsports@usc.edu) or call (213) 740-5127. UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES

These committees are established to address issues that affect the entire university. The student governments recommend student representatives to these committees, which include academic policies and procedures, budget advisory, international education, student affairs, undergraduate curriculum, university convocations, graduate and professional studies and several others. Besides providing channels to express and advocate student concerns, the student governance bodies provide an excellent opportunity for students to develop leadership skills and gain valuable experience.

Student Organizations Campus Activities (213) 740-5693 Tutor Campus Center 330 Email: stuacts@usc.edu usc.edu/stuorgs USC has more than 750 recognized student organizations. These organizations provide opportunities for students and other members of the university community to explore their academic, professional, political, social, recreational, artistic, cultural, spiritual and

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usc.edu/dept/afrotc Ally Alliance

allies@usc.edu facebook.com/groups/2200067890 ALPFA: Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting Alpha Epsilon Delta

aed@usc.edu aedusc.org Alpha Gamma Alpha

epapazia@usc.edu uscaga.com Alpha Iota Pi Professional Pharmacy Fraternity Academic Careers Club Alpha Kappa Psi Academy of General Dentistry - USC Chapter

akpsi.az@gmail.com uscakpsi.net

AGDofUSC@gmail.com agd.org/students

Alpha Lambda Delta

scf.usc.edu/~ald Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy USC Chapter

amcpuscboard20t@googlegroups.com amcp.org Accounting Society, USC Achieving Change Through Inspiring Values and Education

4x4, USC

usc4x4.com A Community Place

acommunityplace@gmail.com uminusc.com A Team Academic and Mobile Applications Developers Group

amadg@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~amadg/USC_AMADG-Home.html

spaunhur@usc.edu Alpha Omega Epsilon

aoe@usc.edu uscaoe.org

uscactive@gmail.com

Alpha Phi Omega

Active Minds

apo@usc.edu apousc.com

activeminds.org Alpha Pi Mu Actuarial Association, USC

actuary@usc.edu

Alpha Rho Chi

Ad Astra Student Society

apx@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~apx

AASS.usc@gmail.com Advanced Periodontics Residents Study Club

Alternative Careers in Science and Engineering

jinouye@usc.edu

gonza47@usc.edu Alternative Spring Break Appalachia AeroDesign Team, USC

2011-2012 RECOGNIZED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Alpha Omega Alpha - Gamma California Chapter

usc.adt@gmail.com aerodesign.usc.edu

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer Alternative Spring Break Baltimore

Affiance

asbbaltimore2011@gmail.com usc.edu/volunteer

Africa Health Initiative

uscahi@gmail.com

Alternative Spring Break Death Valley

Africa Student Club

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer

africasc@gmail.com Alternative Spring Break Guatemala

email.aacs@gmail.com

uscguatemala@gmail.com usc.edu/volunteer

African Americans in Health

Alternative Spring Break Isla Mujeres

aaih.usc@gmail.com

isla.asb@gmail.com usc.edu/volunteer

African American Cinema Society

SCampus 2012-13

community service interests. In addition, student organizations provide a laboratory for the development of interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills in the members and officers. Such organizations exist to promote the educational mission of the university. Campus Activities holds an Involvement Fair on Trousdale Parkway the first Wednesday of the fall and spring semesters. This fair allows students to gather information regarding many of the student organizations on campus, as well as services for students. The following is a list of recognized student organizations for the 2011-2012 academic year. These organizations may or may not be recognized for the 20122013 academic year. For more information on these organizations, please visit the student organization Website at usc.edu/stuorgs or contact the Office of Campus Activities. This site has the most current information about student organizations, including up-to-date contact information. Information on how to start an organization and other resources are also available. For religious organizations, see page 96.

Student Organizations

Alternative Spring Break Navajo Nation

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer

Alternative Spring Break Salinas

Annenberg Black Student Association

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer

uscabsa@gmail.com

Alternative Spring Break: Honduras Alternative Spring Break Orcas Island

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer Alternative Spring Break Prison Reform/ Juvenile Justice

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer

Annenberg Chinese Students and Alumni Association Annenberg Communication Graduate Student Association

Alternative Winter Break Thailand

volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer

Annenberg Communication Leadership Scholars

Always Living in View of the Environment

Annenberg Master’s Student Association

alive@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~alive

amsa.usc@gmail.com facebook.com/group.php?gid=2210408272

American Finance Association

Annenberg Surf Club

Alternative Spring Break Rural South

cbcsa@usc.edu usc.edu/student-affairs/black_cultural_center

marshallafa.com Applied Dance Organization, The

Valerie Ying, Business Administration major, San Jose, CA

American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

aiaa@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~aiaa American Institute of Architecture Students, The USC

Archery Club, USC

uscarchery@usc.edu uscarchery.com Armenian Law Students Association

stephan.airapetian.2013@lawmail.usc.edu

uscaias@gmail.com Armenian Students’ Association American Institute of Chemical Engineers

aiche.usc@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~aiche

asa@usc.edu asausc.org Art Law Society, USC

uscartlawsociety@gmail.com American Medical Association

keck.ama.cma.lacma@gmail.com

Art Smart

artsmart@usc.edu American Medical Student Association (Keck Chapter)

keckamsa@gmail.com American Medical Women’s Association

amwa.usc@gmail.com American Pharmacy Student Alliance

bonnycha@usc.edu

Ascend University of Southern California Chapter

usc.ascend@gmail.com ascendleadership.org/?stuusc Asian American Business Association

uscaaba@gmail.com flavors.me/uscaaba Asian American Cinema Association

aaca@gmail.com

SCampus 2012-13

American Sign Language Club

Asian American Tutorial Project American Society for Quality Student Branch

aatp@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~aatp

uscasq@usc.edu Asian Americans in Humanities and Arts American Society of Civil Engineers, USC

uscasce@usc.edu viterbistudents.usc.edu/asce

Asian Pacific American Law Students Association

American Studies and Ethnicity Club

Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association

Anatomical Drawing Society

ads.usc@gmail.com

keckapamsa@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~apamsa

Anesthesiology Student Interest Group

Asian Pacific Islander Caucus

asig@usc.edu

apic@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~apic/index.php

Annenberg Asian Student Network

aasn@usc.edu uscaasn.tumblr.com

Student Activities

Asian Pacific Islander Social Work Caucus

AWARE-USC

apisowk@usc.edu sowkweb.usc.edu/currentstudents

Badminton, USC

Asian Pacific Islander Student Outreach

badminto@usc.edu uscbadminton.com

circle@usc.edu sait.usc.edu/apass/pages/involvement/leadership_ development.html Asia-Pacific Student Entrepreneurship Society

Ballroom and Latin Dance Team, USC

ballroom@usc.edu Bamboo Offshoot

asesatusc@gmail.com

bamboo@usc.edu BambooOffshoot.com

Asli Baat

Batuque, USC

aslibaat.usc@gmail.com Best Buddies ASSM (Associated Students of the School of Medicine)

uscbestbuddies@gmail.com twitter.com/#!/uscbestbuddies

usc.assm@gmail.com Beta Alpha Psi Associated Black Students in Policy, Planning & Development

communications.usc.bay@gmail.com uscbay.org

scf.usc.edu/~absppd Bhakti Club, USC Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering

bhakticlubusc@googlegroups.com

asbme.usc@gmail.com viterbistudents.usc.edu/asbme

Biological Graduate Student Association Black Business Student Association

assp@usc.edu uscassp.com

bbsa@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~bbsa Black Entertainment and Theatrical Association

Associated Trustee and Presidential Scholars

beta@usc.edu wix.com/USC_BETA/2011

atps@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~atps

Black Graduate Business Leaders

mba.bgbl.club@marshall.usc.edu Association for Computing Machinery

acm@usc.edu viterbistudents.usc.edu/acm

Black Graduate Student Network

Association of Art History Graduate Students

Black Law Students Association

bgsn@usc.edu

BLSA@lawmail.usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~blsa/index.htm

Association of English Graduate Students Black Marshall Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Network Association of Indian Students

info@blackmarshallwomen.com

india@aisusc.org aisusc.org

Black Social Work Caucus

Usc.bswc@gmail.com Association of Indonesian Students

asis@usc.edu

Black Voices

bvoices@usc.edu Association of Integrated Marketing (AIM)

aoim@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~aoim

Blackstonians Pre-Law Honor Society

blackstonians@dornsife.usc.edu uscblackstonians.weebly.com/index.html

Association of Public Diplomacy Scholars Boxing Club, USC Association of Student Nurse Anesthetists

uscboxing@gmail.com

Association of Students in Planning and Development

Brand New Theatre

aspd@usc.edu

brandnewtheatre@gmail.com uscbrandnewtheatre.com

Autism Speaks U USC

Bravo Mentorship

uscautismspeaksu@gmail.com

bravomentorship@gmail.com

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Club Break On 2: Latin Fusion

uscbreakon2@gmail.com Break Through Hip Hop

bthiphop@usc.edu Brothers in Arms Club Build Bridges LA

sean@buildbridgesla.org buildbridgesla.org Business Leaders Association at Pardee Business of Entertainment Association

mba.bea.club@marshall.usc.edu California Public Interest Research Group

calpirg.usc@gmail.com calpirg.org California Student Physicians for Healthcare Reform

csphrevents@gmail.com csphr.com/home Campus Affects Campus and Community United

campusandcommunity@gmail.com campusandcommunity.com Capoeira Club, USC

capoeira@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~capoeira

SCampus 2012-13

Associated Students of the School of Pharmacy

Student Organizations

Cardinal Gardens Building Government Cardinal Theatre Productions

cardinaltheatreproductions@gmail.com Cardiology Student Interest Group

cardsig@gmail.com medweb.usc.edu Cell Phones for Soldiers Club, USC

usc.cpfs.club@gmail.com Center for Excellence in Teaching Undergraduate Fellows, The

cet.ufs@gmail.com cet.usc.edu/undergraduates Century Building Government Challenge 4 Charity

c4c@marshall.usc.edu marshall.campusgroups.com/c4c/web_page?url_ name=about&club_url2=c4c Chamber Ballet Company, USC

uscchamberballet@gmail.com Chamber Opera of USC Chaotic 3

chaotic3@gmail.com facebook.com/chaoticthree Chapter of Kitechild, USC Cheer, USC

cheer@usc.edu usccheer.com Chemistry Graduate Student Organization

cbeier@usc.edu chem.usc.edu/graduate/gradactivities.html Chess Club

trojanchess@gmail.com Chi Epsilon

SCampus 2012-13

info@uscxe.com uscxe.com/index.html

Chicanos for Progressive Education

cpedeusc@gmail.com Chicanos/Latinos for Health Education

uscche@gmail.com China Business and Cultural Experience

sunghoon@usc.edu china.usc.edu/ShowArticle.aspx?articleID=288 Chinese American Pharmacy Student Association

chapsa.president@gmail.com Chinese American Student Association

usccasa.com Chinese Badminton Club, USC

Chinese Student Association

Colleges Against Cancer

Chinese Students and Scholars Association

info@trojancac.org trojancac.org

usccssa2010@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~usccssa

Colloquium for the Study of Race, Class, and Freedom Struggles, The USC

Chorda Tympani

chorda.tympani.usc@gmail.com

Comic Book Club

usccomicbookclub@gmail.com Cinema Interest Group for Avid Reelheads Cinematic Arts Student Association

sca.graduate.council@gmail.com

Community Health Involvement Project, USC

uscchip@gmail.com chipcommunity.org

Circle K, USC

circlek@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~circlek/index.html

Community Outreach

Classics Graduate Student Organization

Community Outreach through the Distribution of the Arts

Climbing Club, USC

coda@usc.edu dornsife.usc.edu/coda

climb@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~climb

keckcommunityoutreach@gmail.com

Conquest Capital Ventures Clinical Social Work Caucus

cswc@usc.edu facebook.com/home. php?sk=group_195042647210055

Construction Management Association of America, USC

usccmaa@usc.edu usccmaa.com

Clio

cliousc@gmail.com

Consulting Club, USC

Club Baseball

uscconsultingclub@gmail.com uscconsultingclub.com

uscclubaseball@yahoo.com Council of Troy Building Government Club Softball

counciloftroybg@gmail.com

College Democrats, USC

Crafting For Charity

dems@usc.edu uscdemocrats.org

swaidan@usc.edu Cycling, USC

College Republicans, USC

Usccollegerepublicans@gmail.com

usc-cycling@googlegroups.com scf.usc.edu/~cycling

Student Activities

Dance Club, USC

Educators for Queer Alliance

Family Medicine Interest Group

dansce@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~dansce

uscequal@gmail.com sites.google.com/site/uscequal

keckFMIG@gmail.com

Dance Included

EERI-SCEC USC Student Chapter

Delta Kappa Alpha

eeri@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~eeri/index.html

Delta Omicron Zeta

El Sol y La Luna (Latino Floor)

DOZ@usc.edu dozusc.org

ecc@usc.edu

Female Undergraduates Educating and Leading in Science (FUELS)

Emergency Medical Services of Southern California

fuels.usc@gmail.com

Delta Sigma Pi

uscdsp.com

emsc@usc.edu

Fencing, USC

Dental Business Club

vahey@usc.edu

Emergency Medicine Student Interest Group

keckemsig@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~emsig

Field Hockey, USC

Dental Economics Club Dental Student Research Group, USC

Ending All Roads to Silence

Figure Skating Club, USC

Dermatology Interest Group

endingsilence.ears@gmail.com projectdeafindia.org

uscfigureskating@gmail.com uscfigureskatingclub.wordpress.com

Fashion Industry Association

fia@usc.edu Fellowship for International Service and Health

fencing@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~fencing

uscfh@usc.edu

keckdig@gmail.com Energy Club, USC

Flow ArtSC

Desis Instigating Social and Historical Outreach and Opportunities en Masse!

uscenergyclub@gmail.com energy.usc.edu/student_energy_network

Foodies, USC

Disney Movie Club

Engineers Without Borders, USC

foodies.usc@gmail.com uscfoodies.wordpress.com

rjmakk11@gmail.com dmcusc.weebly.com

ewb.usc@gmail.com viterbistudents.usc.edu/ewb

Forensic Social Work Caucus

Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Committee

Entertainment Law Society

facebook.com/#!/groups/12329626308 uscentertainmentlaw@gmail.com Entrepreneur Club, USC

contactusceclub@gmail.com eclubusc.com

Dos Keckies

DosKeckies@gmail.com

Environmental Affairs Organization

tguan@usc.edu Dragon Boat, USC

scdb@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~scdb/index.html

Equestrian Team

A GLIMPSE OF TROJAN HISTORY

Wampus

“Willie the Wampusbird, a feathery fellow famous for his funnies, flits from his nest once a month to deposit his art and fine writing

equestrn@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~equestrn/index_flash.html

upon unsuspecting students. The afore-

uscdrishti@gmail.com

eSports, USC

a slick humor magazine, the Wampus.

Dux Ninjitsu

uscesports@gmail.com facebook.com/groups/142453012359

The ante on each issue is an insignificant

Drishti Indian Classical Dance Team, USC

Earth Sciences Graduate Student Association

Eta Kappa Nu

mentioned fine writing is in the form of

25 cents. The staff says that its

hkn@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~hkn

laugh provoking and sense stimu-

earthly@usc.edu

European Business Society

one of the best buys on campus,

Economics Graduate Students Association

Expanding Horizons with Mentorship

Earthly Creations

ehmentorship@gmail.com Economics Society Expat Network, USC Education Graduate Organization (EGO)

uscexpatnetwork@gmail.com

usc.ego@gmail.com wix.com/uscego/20112012

Experimental Cinema Society

Educational Doctorate Student Assembly

Face AIDS

uscedsa@usc.edu uscedsa.blogspot.com/p/about-edsa.html

uscfaceaids@gmail.com faceaids.org

lating effects makes the Wampus worth much more than the established price.” – USC Student Handbook 1949-50

Free Minds Fundafield

FUNDaFIELD@Comcast.Net fundafield.org/FUNDaFIELDsite/Intro.html

SCampus 2012-13

katrinandelacruz@gmail.com lawweb.usc.edu/why/students/orgs/diversityAffairs. cfm

Student Organizations

Global Oral Medicine

Graduate Students in Linguistics

gsil.sc-ling.org Global Water Brigades, USC

uscgwb@globalbrigades.org facebook.com/group.php?gid=74429827655

Graduate Students of Sociology

gss.usc@gmail.com dornsife.usc.edu/gss-usc

GlobeMed at USC

usc@globemed.org

Graduate Upperclass and Family Building Government

Going for the Goal - USC Chapter

gruf.usc@gmail.com

Golden Key International Honour Society, USC Chapter

Graduate Women in Business

mba.gwib.club@marshall.usc.edu

goldenkey.org/gk/gksite/My-Chapter. aspx?menuID=101

Graduates Studying East Asia

Golf Club, USC

Greene Vardiman Black Society

park10@usc.edu Government Law Organization

glo.law.usc@gmail.com Graduate Architecture Student Association

truongs@usc.edu

Grodins Symposium Committee

grodins@usc.edu grodins.usc.edu Habitat for Humanity, USC

uschabitat@gmail.com Graduate Asian Business Society

mba.gabs.club@marshall.usc.edu marshall.campusgroups.com/gabs/about Futsal, USC Graduate Association for Early Modern Studies

Hands for Africa

Gamers Network, USC

gliserma@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~gaems

Haneulsori, USC

Gamma Zeta Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

usc.rza@gmail.com gammas.org Gastroenterology Student Interest Group Gates Millenium Scholars Club

uschnsr@usc.edu Graduate Association of Premodern Studies

jcolvin@usc.edu Graduate Association of Students in Physics Graduate Association of Students in Psychology

Gays Going Greek

SCampus 2012-13

dillon47@gmail.com facebook.com/HALOFoundation

futsal@usc.edu

USCgamersnetwork1@gmail.com tiny.cc/uscgamers

HALO USC

HapaSC

hapasc@gmail.com hapasc.org Hawaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;i Club, USC

uschawaiiclub@gmail.com sites.google.com/site/uschawaiiclub Healing Hearts Across Borders

uscggg@gmail.com

Graduate Athletic Administration Association

usc.hhab@gmail.com healingheartsacrossborders.com

German Club

joshuaay@usc.edu

Give Running (formerly Share Our Soles)

Graduate Marketing Association

Health Behavior Research Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association

greg@giverunning.org

mba.gma.club@marshall.usc.edu marshall.campusgroups.com/gma

Health Care Business Club

Uschcbc@gmail.com

Global Business Brigades

gbb.usc@gmail.com uscgbb.com

Graduate Policy Administration Community

Global China Connection-USC Chapter

gpac@usc.edu gpacusc.org

Global Culture Society

Graduate Real Estate Association

Health Education in Need

hend@usc.edu Health Law and Bioethics Society

mba.grea.club@marshall.usc.edu

healthlawsociety@lawmail.usc.edu lawweb.usc.edu/why/students/orgs/hlbs.cfm

Global Health Club, USC Global Medical Brigades

trojangmb@gmail.com trojangmb.wordpress.com

Graduate Society for Biostatistics and Epidemiology

Health Promotion Students Association

Graduate Student Association of the POIR Program

Healthy Choices Healthy Lives

Graduate Students in Gender Studies

Helenes, USC

hpsa.usc@gmail.com

keck.healthychoices@gmail.com

Global Microfinance Brigades

helenes@usc.edu uschelenes.org

Student Activities

Helping Overcome Project Expenses

usc.hope@gmail.com uschope.com Hermanas Unidas de USC

Intellectual Property and Technology Law Society

usciptech@usciptech.com lawweb.usc.edu/why/students/orgs/ intellectualProperty.cfm

uschau_cochair@gmail.com

uscitalclub@gmail.com James Lozier Dental Syndicate Japanese Student Association

imd.grad.student.council@gmail.com

uscjsa@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~uscjsa

Interaxon, USC

John Snow Public Health Society

usc.interaxon@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~interaxn

publichealthsociety.usc@gmail.com

Interactive Media Division Council High Tech Association

Italian Club, The

mba.hta.club@marshall.usc.edu Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar Chapter

hispanic.scholarship.fund.usc@gmail.com facebook.com/#!/HSFScholarChapterUSC Hispanic Linguistics Students Association

Journal of Law and Society, The USC Interdisciplinary Business Association

USCJournal@gmail.com

ibausc@gmail.com usciba.weebly.com

Jumpstart Readers Club

jumpstart.readers@gmail.com

Hispanic Student Dental Association of USC

Internal Medicine Interest Group

hsda@usc.edu

usckeckimig@gmail.com

Kayaq

History Graduate Student Association

International Association of Business Communicators

Kazan Taiko

Hong Kong Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Association

iabc@usc.edu

hellingsing@hotmail.com facebook.com/profile.php?id=1342376421#!/ groups/2223180042

International Coalition of College Philanthropists, USC

Keck Basketball Club

International Genetically Engineered Machine

Keck Class of 2014

Hospitality Industry Project

president.hip@gmail.com facebook.com/HIPusc

kazan.taiko@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~kazan

keckbasketballclub@gmail.com

igem.usc@gmail.com

keck2014@gmail.com keck2014.wordpress.com

Hunt Club, USC

International Humanitarian Society

Keck Class of 2015 Student Government

uschuntclub@gmail.com facebook.com/#!/groups/168737483151886

ihsusc@gmail.com

keck2015@gmail.com

International Law and Relations Organization

Keck Cycling

IDEAS Movement at USC

ideas.usc@gmail.com

jennifer.ehrlich.2013@lawmail.usc.edu facebook.com/group.php?gid=143310775488

keck.cycling@gmail.com Keck Football Club

keckfootballclub@gmail.com

Improvtu

improvtu@gmail.com

International Medicine Student Interest Group

Indian Fine Arts at USC (IFAUSC)

imsig.usc@gmail.com

tadanki@usc.edu International Social Work Caucus Indoor Skydiving, USC

uscskydivers@gmail.com

usc.iswc@gmail.com facebook.com/profile. php?id=100002259249636&ref=ts

Information Systems Association

Innovation in Medicine

International Socialist Organization, The International Students of School of Cinematic Arts

keckimed@gmail.com International Task Force Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

mba.itf@marshall.usc.edu

ieee@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~ieee/index

Inter-Service Council

Institute of Industrial Engineers, USC

Invisible Children at USC

iie@usc.edu usc.edu/dept/ise/students/student-life/iie

uscinvisiblechildren@gmail.com

isc.usc@gmail.com

Iranian Student Organization Institute of Transportation Engineers, USC Iraqi Refugee Assistance Project Integrative Medicine Club

integrativemedicineusc@gmail.com

Irish Dancers, USC

SCampus 2012-13

uscisa@usc.edu theuscisa.com

Student Organizations

Keck Golf Club

Keck Peer Support

Korean Student Association

keckps@gmail.com

uscksa@gmail.com uscksa.com

Keck Journal Club

keckjournalclub@gmail.com

Keck Running Club

keckrunningclub@gmail.com

KXSC Radio

kxsc.org

Keck Medical Students for Choice

ms4c.org

Keck School of Medicine Class of 2012

Keck Med+Peds Student Interest Group

Keck School of Medicine Class of 2013

karate@usc.edu

medpeds@usc.edu keck-mpsig.weebly.com/index.html

Keck Soccer Club

La SociĂŠtĂŠ Francophone

kecksoccerclub@gmail.com

USCFrenchClub@gmail.com

Keck Students for Sustainability

Ladies Striving for Unity

keckstudentsforsustainability@gmail.com

ladiesstrivingforunity@gmail.com

Kyokushin Karate Club

Keck Music Society Keck North Korea Clinic Organization

kecknorthkoreaclinic@ gmail.com

Keck Styloid Process

Lambda Kappa Sigma

keckstyloidprocess@gmail.com styloidprocessla.com

usclks@gmail.com usclks.org

Keck Volleyball Club

Lambda Pi Eta

keckvolleyballclub@gmail.com

usclpe@usc.edu usc.edu/LPE

Keck Surf Club, USC

USCKeckSurfClub@gmail.com

Norman Chootong, Biological Sciences major, Guayaquil, Ecuador

Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. - Tau Chapter

trojanlambdas.com

Kendo Club

usckendo@gmail.com Language Academy Alumni Network, USC

langacadalumni@gmail.com

Khoir Practice

usckpacapella@gmail.com Latina/o Social Work Caucus Korean American Dental Study Club Korean American Pharmacy Student Association

latinosw@usc.edu Latino Association for Policy, Planning, and Development

lappd@usc.edu Korean-American Scientists and Engineers Association

kseausc2011@gmail.com ksea.org

Latino Business Student Association

president@usclbsa.com Latino Graduate Student Association

Korean Athletic Club

lgsa@usc.edu

USCKAC@hotmail.com Latino Law Students Association

SCampus 2012-13

Korean Business Student Organization

kbsostaff@gmail.com usckbso.org Korean Career Oriented Student Organization

trojan.llsa@gmail.com Latino Management and Business Association

mba.lmba.club@marshall.usc.edu Latino Medical Student Association

usc.lmsa@gmail.com LawCapella

Korean Dental Student Association

Leadership and Organization Club

mba.loc.club@marshall.usc.edu Korean International Student Association

kisa@usc.edu usckisa.cyworld.com

Lebanese Club, USC

lebanon@usc.edu Legal Aid Alternative Breaks

laab.project@gnail.com usclaab.org Leventhal Honor Council

lsoahc@gmail.com

Student Activities

Marshall Partners

mba.partners.club@marshall.usc.edu Marshall Retail & Luxury Association

mba.mra.club@marshall.usc.edu Marshall Soccer Club

mba.msc.club@marshall.usc.edu Marshall Sports Business Organization

mba.msbo.club@marshall.usc.edu Marshall Student Ambassadors

mwitte@marshall.usc.edu Marshall Wine Club

mba.wine.club@marshall.usc.edu Marshall Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Leadership Board

mwlb@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~mwlb MarshallWear Liberty in North Korea

Marshall Case Team

marshallwear@marshall.usd.edu

linkusc@gmail.com usclink.com

Marshall Consulting and Strategy Club

mba.mcsc.club@marshall.usc.edu

Master of Liberal Studies Student Association

Marshall Eatz

mlssa@dornsife.usc.edu dornsife.usc.edu/mls

Lingual Verve Book Club

kecklingualverve@gmail.com

blake.buisson.2012@marshall.usc.edu Liondragons Official Quidditch Team, The USC

Marshall Finance Student Council

Master of Professional Writing Program Student Organization, The

khenzler@usc.edu

marshallstudentfinancecouncil@gmail.com

Lloyd Project, The

Marshall Gay and Lesbian Association, USC

Master of Public Health Student Association

mba.gala.club@marshall.usc.edu

maphsa@usc.edu

Marshall Graduate Student Association: Full-Time

Math Finance Association

Loaded Language Los Angeles Community Impact

laci@usc.edu usclaci.org

Marshall Graduate Student Association: Professionals and Managers

AiXinShe@usc.edu

msb.agbs.pm@marshall.usc.edu marshall.campusgroups.com/mbapm/home

Lucy Hobbs Taylor Society

Marshall Hospitality and Gaming Club

Malaysian Student Association

Marshall Military Veterans Association

onemalaysia45@yahoo.com

mba.mmva.club@marshall.usc.edu

Marathon Team, USC

Marshall Net Impact

marathon@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~marathon/index.php

mba.mni.club@marshall.usc.edu

Loving-heart Society

mfas@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~mfas Mathematics Graduate Student Association

mgsa@usc.edu bcf.usc.edu/~mgsa

Medical and Pharmacy Student Collaboration Medical Business Association

mbakeck@gmail.com Marshall Operations Management Club

Marriage and Family Therapy - Student Organization

mba.omc.club@marshall.usc.edu marshall.campusgroups.com/omc

Medical Chinese Program

Marshall Business Law Association

Marshall Outdoor Club

MBLA.USC@gmail.com

mba.oc.club@marshall.usc.edu

Medical Student Gay and Lesbian Organization

Marshall Business Network

uscbiznet@gmail.com

Marshall Outreach and Volunteer Entrepreneurs

Marshall Business Student Government

move@usc.edu marshallcommunityservice.com

uscmbsg@gmail.com scmbsg.org

USCMedChinese@gmail.com

medglo@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~medglo Medical Students for Life, USC

uscmedstudentsforlife@gmail.com MEDLIFE

SCampus 2012-13

MDA 365: PET Project

Student Organizations

National Association of Black Accountants Greater Los Angeles Chapter

nabaglasc@gmail.com National Association of Peer College Advisors

napca@usc.edu napcaonline.org National Community Pharmacists Association - USC Chapter National Organization for Business and Engineering

uscnobe@usc.edu nobenational.org/usc/home.php National Society of Black Engineers

nsbe@usc.edu National Society of Collegiate Scholars Native American and Indigenous Studies Colloquium Men in Social Work

Military Social Work Interest Group

mensowk@gmail.com facebook.com/uscmswc

MilSWIG@gmail.com

Men of Troy Cross Country

xcountry@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~xcountry

Minority Engineering Graduate Association

aburime@usc.edu

neontommy.com Net Impact Undergraduate, USC

uscnetimpact@gmail.com uscnetimpact.com

scsoccer@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~scsoccer

Model United Nations of Southern California

Neuroscience Graduate Forum

Men’s Club Volleyball Team, USC

scf.usc.edu/~uscvball

Molecular and Computational Biology Graduate Student Association

Men’s Club Water Polo

usc.mcbgsa@gmail.com sites.google.com/site/uscmcbgsa/Home

Men’s Crew, USC

Moneythink USC

Men’s Ice Hockey, USC

moneythinkusc@gmail.com moneythink.org

uscicehockey.com Mortar Board Men’s Lacrosse

mbd@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~mbd

Men’s Rugby Club, USC SCampus 2012-13

Neon Tommy - Annenberg Digital News

MKT 406 Practicum in Advertising Men’s Club Soccer, USC

Navigators, The

Motorcycle Club, USC Men’s Ultimate, USC

scmotorcycleclub@gmail.com

ultimate@usc.edu uscultimate.org

Movimiento Estudiantil Chican@ de Aztlan

Mentors United

mecha@usc.edu nationalmecha.org

Merry Men, The

Musers, The USC

uscmerrymen@gmail.com Music Industry Connection Microgravity Research Team, USC

mic@usc.edu

mmartens@usc.edu Musical Theatre Repertory (MTR) Military Dentist Club, USC

lee110@usc.edu Military Medicine

dkmurphy@USC.edu

katherms@usc.edu uscmtr.com/index.html

ngf@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~ngf Nikkei Association, USC

usc.nikkei@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~nikkei Non-Traditional Pre-Medical Student Association North Area Government, The Nu Rho Psi Neuroscience Honors Society and Club

uscnurhopsi@gmail.com Ob/Gyn Student Interest Group

obgyn.sig.ksom@gmail.com primarycare.usc.edu/resources-for-students/studentorganizations/obgyn-student-interest-group OC Caucus

nguzman@usc.edu Occupational Therapy Science Council

otsc.usc@gmail.com ot.usc.edu/academics/student-organizations Omega Gamma Chapter of Sigma Lambda Beta

slbusc@gmail.com sigmalambdabeta.com/omegagamma

Student Activities

Omicron Delta Epsilon

odehs@usc.edu

Persian Dental Student Association of Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry

Plastic Surgery Interest Group

Operation Smile

Persistence of Visionaries

Political Science Undergraduate Association

Operations Management Association

pov.usc@gmail.com facebook.com/home.php#!/DADAPoV

uscpsua@gmail.com facebook.com/uscpsua

OMA.USC@gmail.com Pharmacy Graduate Alliance

Polo, USC

Oral Surgery Study Club

pharmgrad-I@usc.edu

uscpolo@gmail.com

Orthodontics Study Club

pharmSC Clinic

Practice Management Society

pharmsc@gmail.com Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC Associated Student Body

Pre-Law Society Phi Alpha Delta

scprelaw@usc.edu

phialphadelta.usc@gmail.com OUTLaw

Outlaw@lawmail.usc.edu lawweb.usc.edu/why/students/orgs/outLaw.cfm

Phi Alpha Honor Society

Pre-medical Asian Pacific American Medical Student Association, USC

uscpremedapamsa@gmail.com Phi Beta Lambda

OUTreach Club, USC

uscout@usc.edu facebook.com/groups/uscoutreach

Pre-Occupational Therapy Club

mekhjian@usc.edu uscpdc.com

otclub@usc.edu ot.usc.edu/academics/student-organizations/ pre-ot-club

Phi Delta Phi

Pre-Optometry Club

Phi Lambda Sigma

Pre-Pharmacy Society, USC

uscphilambdasigma@gmail.com sites.google.com/site/uscphilambdasigma

prepharm@usc.edu uscprepharmacysociety.com

Phi Delta Chi

Overflow A Cappella

overflow@usc.edu overflowacappella.com Pakistan Student Association

uscpsa@gmail.com uscpsa.com Pakistan Student Jirga

Phi Sigma National Biological Honors Society

uscpsj@gmail.com

uscphisigma@gmail.com

Parkside Arts and Humanities Residential Community Building Government

Phi Sigma Theta National Honors Society

jmphelps@usc.edu

pstnhssc@usc.edu phisigmatheta.org

Partnership for an Equitable Los Angeles

Philosophy Club, USC

pela@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~pela/aboutus.html

uscphilosophyclub@gmail.com facebook.com/groups/50879978785

PASA Network

Photography Club, USC

pasa.network@gmail.com

uscphotographyclub@gmail.com facebook.com/groups/uscphotographyclub

trangmp@gmail.com

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Student Interest Group

Pediatric Student Interest Group

andrewakashjoyce@gmail.com

uscpedsig@gmail.com Peer Health Exchange

Physical Therapy Multicultural Leadership Alliance

USC@peerhealthexchange.org

uscdpt.ptmla@gmail.com

Peers in American Studies and Ethnicity Organization

Pi Sigma Alpha

paseo.usc@gmail.com

kornblut@usc.edu apsanet.org/~psa

Pegasus - The Philosophy Graduate Student Association

Pi Tau Sigma (Tau Beta Chapter)

Periodontology Literature Club

Pi Theta Epsilon

Periodontology Study Club, USC

ot.usc.edu/academics/student-organizations/ pi-theta-epsilon

Persian Academic and Cultural Student Association

miladmoh@usc.edu

pitausigmausc@gmail.com

Ping Pong Posse

uscposse@gmail.com

SCampus 2012-13

Pediatric Dentistry Study Club, USC

Student Organizations

Pre-Veterinary Medical Association

Quest Scholars of USC

Roski Student Connection

Quidditch, USC

roskisc@usc.edu roskistudentconnection.tumblr.com

paws@usc.edu

scquidditch@gmail.com goo.gl/kbXyi

Rotaract, USC

Psi Chi

QuikSCience Mentor Club, USC

rotaract@usc.edu facebook.com/group.php?gid=2200858827

Psi Omega

quiksci@usc.edu usc.edu/org/cosee-west/quikscience

San Diego Caucus

uscpvma@gmail.com Providing Animals with Shelter

psiousc@gmail.com

uscsdac@usc.edu Quizzing and Literary Club, The

Psychology Club and Alumni Connection

uscpcac@gmail.com groupspaces.com/pcac

Saudi Students Association Racquetball, USC

saudi@usc.edu

uscracquetball@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~trclub

Save a Childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Heart

USCsach@gmail.com

Public Health Brigades

uscphb@gmail.com wix.com/uscphb/home

Radiology Student Interest Group Saved By Grace Gospel Choir Rainbow Alliance Social Work Caucus

Public Interest Law Foundation

pilf@law.usc.edu uscpilf.org Public Relations Student Society of America

prssa@usc.edu uscprssa.org

uscra10@gmail.com sowkweb.usc.edu/currentstudents/caucuses/lgbtqa_ social_work_caucus.html Rainbow Scholars

gospel@usc.edu uscsbg.com SC Homelessness Initiative

schinitiative@gmail.com schinitiative.blogspot.com

facebook.com/groups/76792005202 SC Outfitters

keckroar@gmail.com

contact@scoutfitters.org scoutfitters.org

Reach Out And Read

Quantitative Investments Association Real Estate Law Society

SC Racing

Queer Cut

rels@lawmail.usc.edu

queercut@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~queercut/QueerCut/Home.html

scracer@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~scracer

Red Cross, USC

USCredcross@gmail.com

SC Students for Israel

scsi1948@gmail.com Remedy Through Music

rthm@usc.edu

SC Underwater Robotics

uscrs.sevenservers.com Renaissance Courtiers

therenaissancecourtiers@gmail.com

SCA Production Council

Residential Outreach Council for Community

School Counselors of Tomorrow (SCoT)

rocktheROCC@gmail.com Resonance Interdisciplinary Journal

SCampus 2012-13

resonan@usc.edu

Returned Peace Corps Volunteer Community

RPCVC.USC@gmail.com

schoolcounselorsoftomorrow@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~scot/index.htm School of Medicine Graduate Student Association

smgsa.usc@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~smgsa School of Social Work Part-Time Caucus

uscmswptc@gmail.com Reverse Osmosis A Cappella

USCreverseosmosis@gmail.com uscreverseosmosis.com

School of Social Work Student Organization, USC

swstuorg@usc.edu Rho Chi Science Outreach, USC Rites of Sisterhood

scoutusc@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~scout

Roller Hockey Club, USC

brian@usctrojanrollerhockey.com usctrojanrollerhockey.com

SCuba Club

scuba@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~scuba/index.html

Rookies in Pathology

rookiesinpathology@gmail.com

SCyber Aware

SCyberAware@gmail.com

Student Activities

Search, The

Society of Physics Students, USC

kdeclark@usc.edu

uscsps@usc.edu physics.usc.edu/Undergraduate/SPS

Second Nature Improv

2nimprov@gmail.com

Society of Trojan Archaeologists

She Shall Go Free

starc@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~starc/STARC/Home.html

ssgf.usc@gmail.com facebook.com/sheshallgofree

Society of Women Engineers

Shinkendo, USC

sweusc@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~sweusc

uscshinkendo@live.com Sociology Club, USC Shoah Foundation Institute Student Association

soclubsc@gmail.com Songfest

Sigma Alpha Lambda

usc@salhonors.org salhonors.org

USCSongfest@gmail.com uscsongfest.wordpress.com/about SOS (Sisters OverSeas)

Sigma Gamma Tau

uscsigmagammatau@gmail.com

SistersOverSeas123@gmail.com seventhgeneration.com/learn/blog/ helping-girls-rwanda-stay-school

Sigma Lambda Gamma

uscslg@usc.edu

South Asian Business Association

Sirens A Cappella Group, USC

mba.saba.club@marshall.usc.edu marshall.campusgroups.com/saba/about

royston@usc.edu uscsirens.com

South Asian Rural Student Aid

sarsa@ruralstudentaid.org Skateboarding Club, USC

uscskateboarding@gmail.com

Southern California Business Film Festival

Skiing and Snowboarding, USC

contactus@scbff.com scbff.com

uscsnowsports@gmail.com uscsnowsports.org

Southern California Indo Americans

Statistical Applications in Gaming & Ventures

scia.presidents@gmail.com

Street Dance Society

skirballswc@gmail.com

Spanish Undergraduate Student Association

Street Law

Skull and Mortar Honorary Service Fraternity

susa@usc.edu

Street Voice, USC

skullmortar@gmail.com

Spark Collective Supper Club

stvoice@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~stvoice/home.htm

Skirball Caucus

thesparkcollective.com SoCal VoCals Spirits In Action

Student Academy American Academy of Physician Assistants (SAAAPA), USC

spiritsinactionorg@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~spirits

Student Advocates for Health Policy

uscsahp@googlegroups.com

Social Action Caucus

uscmswsac@gmail.com

Spontaneous Combustion Dance Initiative

spontaneouscombustionusc@gmail.com Social Workers for Environmental Justice

Student Coalition Against Labor Exploitation

swej@usc.edu

Sports Business Association, USC

Society 53

sportsba@usc.edu facebook.com/groups/284119391603375

Student Coalition for Asian Pacific Empowerment

society53@gmail.com alumnigroups.usc.edu/society53

Sports Medicine Student Interest Group

uscscape@gmail.com uscscape.wordpress.com

USCSportsMedicineSIG@gmail.com Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, USC

SPPD Doctoral Students

shpe@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~shpe

Squash, USC

Society of Petroleum Engineers

St. George Society

uscstudents@spemail.org uscspe.org

stgeorgeoncology.keck@gmail.com

Student Community of Ph.D.s in Education (SCOPE)

rscope@usc.edu Student ENT Interest Group

kecksentig@gmail.com Student Gerontology Association

STAND

fightonfordarfur@gmail.com

scf.usc.edu/~sga/index.htm

SCampus 2012-13

scvocals@scvocals.com scvocals.com

Student Organizations

Student Health Council

Student Ophthalmology Interest Group

Taiwanese Students Association

mhashc@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~mhashc/aboutus.php

soigusc@gmail.com

usc_tsa@hotmail.com

Student Professionalism and Ethics Association

Tau Beta Pi

Student Industry Association Student Interest Group in Neurology and Neurosurgery (SIGN)

Student Run Speaker Series in Math Finance

sign.keck@gmail.com

srssmf@usc.edu

Student National Dental Association

Student Surgical Interest Group

dellis@usc.edu

ssig.usc@gmail.com

Teach for Los Angeles

Student National Medical Association

Student-Run Clinic, USC

teachforla@gmail.com teach4la.weebly.com

snma.usc@gmail.com

keck.community.clinic@gmail.com

Student National Pharmaceutical Association

Students for Environmental Enterprise

uscsnpha@gmail.com uscsnpha.org

Students for Justice in Palestine

tbp@usc.edu viterbistudents.usc.edu/tbp Teach Excellence - Action and Courage with Hope! (MAT T.E.A.C.H!)

USCTEACH@gmail.com

Antares Vargas, Business Administration major, Las Vegas, NV

Teaching International Relations Program Student Association (TIRPSA)

tirp@usc.edu USCSJP@yahoo.com uscsjp.wordpress.com Students for Sensible Drug Policy Students in Free Enterprise, USC

sife.usc@gmail.com uscsife.wordpress.com

Technologies in Dentistry

vahey@usc.edu Tennis Club, USC

tennissc@usc.edu usctennisclub.net The World is Just a Book Away, USC

wijaba@usc.edu Students of Fine Arts Association Theatre Forum, USC Students of Higher Education Counseling

hec.usc@gmail.com Students Taking Action in the Name of Diversity

stand@usc.edu Students with Fisher @ USC Sunnyday International Volunteer Community Support for International Change

vpapplications@sichange.org sichange.org

Theatre Students Association

tsa.rsvp@gmail.com Thornton Graduate Student Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association, USC

uscacda@usc.edu usc-acda.weebly.com Thornton Student Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association, USC

uscacda@usc.edu usc-acda.weebly.com Traditional Chinese Dance, USC

usctcdance@gmail.com

SCampus 2012-13

Triathlon, USC

Surf Club, USC

uscsurfteam@gmail.com Swim With Mike

swimwithmike@gmail.com swimwithmike.org Swipes for the Homeless, USC

usctri@googlegroups.com usctriathlon.com TriSight Communications

Trisightcommunication@gmail.com trisight.org Trojan Anglers Club

trojananglersclub@yahoo.com Tae Kwon Do Club

tkdclub@usc.edu usctkd.org

Trojan Anime Culture

trojananimeculture@gmail.com

Taiwanese American Organization

Trojan Consulting Group

usctao@usc.edu wix.com/usctaiwaneseamerican/events

trojan.consulting.group@gmail.com trojanconsulting.org Trojan Cricket Club

Student Activities

Undergraduates of Policy, Planning, and Development

uppdusc@gmail.com uppdusc.com UNICEF at USC

unicef@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~unicef/index.html Upsilon Phi Delta

uscupd@gmail.com Urology Student Interest Group

usigusc@gmail.com US Green Building Council Student Group at USC

usgbctrojan@gmail.com USCience Review

uscience@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~uscience Trojans Against Autoimmune Disorders

trojandm.org

TADDusc@gmail.com

Trojan Entertainment Connection

Trojans for Educational Equity

tec.usc@gmail.com

trojansforedequity@gmail.com

Trojan Health Connection

Trojans For Equality

trojanhealthconnection@gmail.com Trojan Investing Society

trojansforequality@gmail.com sait.usc.edu/lgbt/involvement/undergraduatestudent-organizations/trojans-for-equality.aspx

trojaninvesting@gmail.com usctis.com

Trojans Teach For America

uscrecruiting@gmail.com Trojan Judo Club

trojanjudoclub@gmail.com

Troy Camp

Trojan Knights

troycamp@usc.edu troycamp.org

executiveboard@trojanknights.org trojanknights.org

Troy Philippines, USC

troyphi.com Trojan Men, The

contact@thetrojanmen.com thetrojanmen.com

Troy Tones A Cappella

troytone@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~troytone

Trojan Neighbors/Engage

usctrojanneighbors@gmail.com

TroyShots

Trojan Parliamentary Debate Club

usctroyshots@gmail.com facebook.com/Troyshots

trojanparlidebate@gmail.com Turkish Student Association Trojan Real Estate Association

USCTrojanRealEstate@gmail.com usctrea.com

turksa@usc.edu scf.usc.edu/~turksa Uncensored Students of Comedy

Trojan Start-ups

trojan.startups@gmail.com facebook.com/TrojanStartups

uncensoredsc@gmail.com Undergraduate Architecture Student Council

Trojan Transfer Organization

obadia@usc.edu

Undergraduate Students in Linguistics

Trojan Trick Riders, The

usil@usc.edu dornsife.usc.edu/ling/undergraduate/USIL.cfm

kevenjac@usc.edu Undergraduate Success Program

usp@usc.edu

Vagina Monologues

keckvagmon@gmail.com V-Day USC

vdayusc@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~vday/Vagina_Monologues.html Veterans Association, USC

uscvets@usc.edu

Answer: All recognized student organizations may apply for funding. Money is set aside specifically for student organizations and their programming needs. Campus Activities has information describing all of the various funding sources on campus for student organizations. For more information, contact the Undergraduate Student Government office at Tutor Campus Center 224 or the Peer Leadership Consultants in Tutor Campus Center 330. Information is also available online at usc.edu/stuorgs.

Vidushak Improv Comedy Group

usc.vidushak@gmail.com uscvidushak@blogspot.com Vietnamese American Pharmacy Student Association Vietnamese Dental Student Association

uscvdsa1@gmail.com Vietnamese Student Association

vsa@usc.edu uscvsa.com Vision for Vision

visionforvision@gmail.com usc.visionforvision.org Vision Science Association Volunteers Around The World, USC Wakeboarding Club, USC

USCWake@gmail.com Wildlife Conservation Network

uscwildlife@gmail.com Women and Youth Supporting Each Other (WYSE)

uscwyse@gmail.com scf.usc.edu/~wyse/Home.html

SCampus 2012-13

Trojan Dance Marathon

Question: My friends and I want to start a student organization. Is it possible to apply for funding through the university?

Student Organizations

Women in Chemistry

usc.wic@gmail.com Women Leading Policy, Planning, and Development

WLPPD.USC@gmail.com Women of Cinematic Arts, USC

uscwca@gmail.com uscwca.org Women’s Club Basketball, USC

facebook.com/pages/USC-Womens-ClubBasketball/195282157210027 Women’s Club Soccer Women’s Club Volleyball

tkhiani@usc.edu Women’s Club Water Polo

uscwaterpolo@gmail.com Women’s Creative Collective for Change

womencreativecollective@gmail.com womenscreativecollective.org Women’s Ice Hockey

Wice.usc@gmail.com facebook.com/uscicehockeyw Women’s Lacrosse

president.uscwlax@gmail.com laxteams.net/trojanlax Women’s Rugby, USC

uscwradmin@gmail.com uscwr.com Women’s Theater Organization

uscwto@gmail.com Women’s Ultimate, USC

uscwomensultimate@gmail.com uscultimate.org/hellions Worldwide Friends

SCampus 2012-13

d_d@uscworldwidefriends.org

Wrestling Club, USC

USCTrojansWrestling@gmail.com Wushu Nation

wushu.usc@gmail.com Xpressions Dance Company

uscxpressions@gmail.com Youth Exploring Passion

serenaau@usc.edu yeptrojans.wordpress.com Zeher, USC

usczeher@gmail.com Zeitgeist@USC

tzm@usc.edu

Zero de Conduite

zdccsusc@gmail.com zdcusc.wordpress.com

2011-2012 RECOGNIZED RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS Academy of LDS Dentists, USC

Adv., David Garrett dpgarrett@sbcglobal.net

Armenian Christian Ministries: Affiliated with the Armenian Students Association at USC

Dir., Father Vazken Movsesian, (818) 244-9696 dervaz@sain.org Asian American Christian Fellowship: Affiliated with the Japanese Evangelical Missionary Society

Dir., Melanie Mar Chow, 613-0022 mchowaacf@aol.com

Academy of Vedantic Studies Agape Mandarin Christian Fellowship: A Ministry of First Evangelical Church, Glendale

Athletes in Action: A Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ International

Dir., Michael Sylvester, (323) 206-0435 mbsaia97@aol.com

Adv., Ming Deh Huang, (626) 243-3061 huang@usc.edu wretch.cc/user/agapeusc

Baha’i Student Association: Affiliated with the Los Angeles Baha’i Center

All Nations Christian Fellowship

Dir., Randolph Dobbs, (323) 933-8291 rdobbs@labc.org

Dir., Larissa Marks, 840-2742 larissalmarks@gmail.com

Bellman Chinese Christian Bible Study

Alpha Delta Chi: A Sisterhood for Christ

Dir., Don Ludwig, 740-5891 ludwig@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~adx/adx Alpha Gamma Omega: The ChristCentered Fraternity

Adv., Jonathan Chambers jonschambers@gmail.com agousc.org

Adv., Mark Kennedy, 821-5668 mark.kennedy@marshall.usc.edu usc.cbcwla.org Bridges International: The International Student Ministry of Campus Crusade for Christ

Dir., Bob Britton, (562) 597-2478 bob.britton@uscm.org bridgesinternational.com Buddhist Meditation Organization, USC

Annointed Vessels of Praise: Christian Praise Dance Ministry

Adv., Viannda Hawkins, 740-2534 vhawkins@usc.edu

Dir., Matthew Brensilver, (914) 589-6470 brensilv@usc.edu facebook.com/groups/23839227198 Christian Legal Society

Ansar Service Partnership

uscasp@gmail.com uscasp.org

uscchristianlegalsociety@gmail.com

Student Activities

Cru: Affiliated with Campus Crusade for Christ International

Christian Students: Affiliated with the Church in Los Angeles

Dir., Janell Carter, (479) 283-8913 janell.carter@uscm.org USCCru.com

Adv., Andrew Simpson, 740-3640 andrew.simpson@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~usccs

Campus Ministry of the LA Church of Christ, USC

Christian Legal Society

Dir., Rev. Jim Burklo, 740-6110 burklo@usc.edu

Adv., Jane Chang, 740-2630 jchang@law.usc.edu

Interfaith Peace Coalition, USC

agnello@usc.edu Canterbury USC/Episcopal Campus Ministry

Dir., Rev. Dr. Glenn Libby, 740-2673 ecusa@usc.edu usc.edu/org/canterbury Cantonese Christian Campus Group: Associated with Chinese Bible Missions Church

Adv., Chi Ho Mak, 740-4101 cmak@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~cccg

Coptic Orthodox Christian Club: Associated with Holy Virgin Mary Church, Los Angeles

Adv., Father James Soliman, 740-1732 frjamessoliman@lacopts.org lacopts.org

In Christ Alone Ministries

Dir., Joseph Min Ahn ahnjoseph@yahoo.com Interfaith Council

Adv., Susan Stouffer, 748-0209, ext. 13 stouffer@usc.edu International Student Christian Fellowship: Affiliated with International Students Incorporated

Adv., Thomas Mathew, 740-3842 tmathew@usc.edu

Cornerstone Seed Christian Fellowship

Dir., Patrick Kim, (714) 743-5596 patkim@gmail.com

InterVarsity All Nations Christian Fellowship

nationsusc@gmail.com Destino

Catalyst Ministries

Adv., Jim Cunningham, 740-6515 jpcunnin@marshall.usc.edu

Dir., Don Ludwig, 740-5891 ludwig@usc.edu

Disciple USC

Dir., Steve Marks, (323) 397-4345 stevemarks@gmail.com ivtcf.org

Catholic Campus Ministry

Adv., Art Henares, 821-6018 henares@usc.edu

Jain Student Association

Dir., Father Lawrence Seyer, 743-2400 frlawrence@catholictrojan.org Dir., Anthony Heim anthony@catholictrojan.org catholictrojan.org

Falun Gong at USC: Body, Mind, and Spirit Practices

Inter-Varsity Trojan Christian Fellowship

Adv., Niti Shah, 740-8564 niti.shah@marshall.usc.edu

Adv., Peter Robertson, 740-0353 robertso@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~falun

Jewish Alliance for GLBTs and Straights

USC.Catholic.Grads@gmail.com catholictrojan.org

Fellowship of Christian Physician Assistant Students

Jewish Association of Marshall Students

Catholic Student Association

Adv., Christopher Forest, (626) 457-4262 cforest@usc.edu

manuelpr@usc.edu catholictrojan.org

Fresh Faith

Chabad Jewish Student Center

Genesis 9:13

Dir., Rabbi Moshe Zaret, (323) 651-0177 rabbizaret@gmail.com jamoncampus.com

Dirs., Rabbi Dov and Runya Wagner, 748-5884 2713 Severance St., 90007 chabad@usc.edu chabadusc.com

Dir., Frank Wulf, 748-0209 fwulf@usc.edu

Jewish Social Work Caucus

Adv., Vincent Vigil, 740-7619 vincenev@usc.edu

Catholic Graduate Student Association

Jewish Awareness Movement

JewishSW@usc.edu Grace On Campus: A Ministry of Grace Community Church

Adv., Carol Koprowski, (661) 993-2947 koprowsk@usc.edu

Dir., Eric Thomure, (310) 804-7071 ericthomure@gmail.com

Graduate Christian Connection

Dir., Rev. Neil Walker, (626) 573-5090 neilw@usc.edu uscchristianchallenge.com Christian Science Organization: Affiliated with the First Church of Christ Scientist, Boston, MA

Adv. Michael Morgan, (818) 823-0468 djaque@law.usc.edu csoconnection.com Christian Social Work Caucus

Adv., Jim Burklo, 740-6110 burklo@usc.edu

A GLIMPSE OF TROJAN HISTORY

Wooden Horse

Adv., Neil Walker, 740-5127 neilw@usc.edu

“The Wooden Horse is a magazine published

Hillel Jewish Center

is the development of literary abil-

Dir., Michael Jeser, 747-9135 mjeser@usc.edu uschillel.org Hindu Student Organization

Dir., Swami Atmavidyananda, (323) 960-1737 Dir., Swami Sarvadevananda atmavidya@vedanta.org; sarvadeva@vedanta.org www-scf.usc.edu/~hso

twice each semester by the Quill Club. Its aim ity, and manuscripts are judged and accepted entirely according to their literary merit. It contains poems, essays, sketches of all kinds, and short stories.” – Handbook of USC 1924-25

SCampus 2012-13

Chi Alpha

Christian Challenge: Knowing Christ and Making Him Known

Adv., Pete Giuliani, 821-1254 giuliani@marshall.usc.edu

Keck Student Christian Fellowship

keckscf@gmail.com Korea Campus Crusade for Christ: Affiliated with Campus Crusade for Christ International

Dir., Chi Shun Cheung, (714) 402-7592 jclovesyousomuch@gmail.com Korean American Campus Mission: Affiliated with Korean American Campus Mission

Adv., Ruth Chung, 740-3258 chung@usc.edu Latter-Day Saints Student Association: Affiliated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Dir., Michael Stanley, 747-0497 losangelesca@ldsces.org lds.org/institutes Life Christian Fellowship

Adv., Cynthia Dong, 740-8435 cynthiad@usc.edu lifecf.net/usc LIGHT Ministry Los Angeles Church of Christ: Affiliated with the International Churches of Christ

Dir., Marie Agnello, (404) 933-2726 agnello@usc.edu laicc.net Lutheran Campus Ministry

Dir., Rev. Dan Gibson, 740-2669 pdw.gibson@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~lutheran Mosaic Trojan Network: A Christian Community of Faith, Hope and Love

Dir., Tyler Dipprey, (806) 781-5710 tyler@mosaic.org Adv., Dallas Willard dwillard@usc.edu mosaic.org

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Muslim Health Student Organization

Adv., Jo Marie Reilly, (323) 442-2439 jmreilly@usc.edu Muslim Student Union

Islamic Center of Irvine, (949) 786-4264 Dir., Imam Jihad Turk, (310) 415-6747 jihad.turk@yahoo.com Adv., Ali H. Mir alimir@usc.edu uscmuslims.com Navigators, The

Dir., Steven Crawford, (520) 313-3036 steven@edgecorps.org Pagans and Wiccans at USC

Dir., Jaclyn Kalkhurst, 344-8012 jaclyn.kalkhurst@gmail.com

Power of Praise Christian Church

Sisters in Spirit

Dir., Pastor Seung-Ho Synn, 239-3784 shsynn@usc.edu uscpraise.org

Adv., Viannda Hawkins, 740-2534 vhawkins@usc.edu Soka Gakkai International at USC

Quakers at USC

Adv., Cynthia Waite, 740-6109 waite@usc.edu quaker.org

South LA Christian Life

ReJOYce in Jesus Campus Fellowship: Affiliated with ReJOYce in Jesus Ministries Inc.

Southern California Missionary Choir

Dir., Ira Dotson, (310) 741-1962 idotson@usc.edu Adv., Linda Wootton, 740-0272 wootton@usc.edu rjcf.org Remnant Trojan Christian Club

Dir., Rev. Minkyu Peter Song, 507-2748 minkyusong@hotmail.com Secular Alliance: Associated with the Center for Inquiry-West

Adv., Diana Jaramillo djaramil@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~secular Seventh-Day Adventist Chinese Student Community

pkuying@gmail.com shenen.org Seventh Day Adventist Student Community

Adv., Carl Voigt, 740-0764 cvoigt@marshall.usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~sdasc

Dir., Greg Christman, (323) 632-5377 gman_4jc@yahoo.com

Adv., Joy Kim, 740-2329 joykim@usc.edu Trojan Christian Faculty/Staff Fellowship

Dir., Don Ludwig, 740-5891 ludwig@usc.edu Trojan Bible Study: Affiliated with the Christian Medical and Dental Association

Adv., T.J. Ahn, 740-3028 than@usc.edu cmdahome.org United House of Prayer Unitarian Universalists, USC Veritas Forum: An Interdisciplinary Forum Exploring Truth in Relation to Jesus Christ

Dir., Rev. Neil Walker, (626) 573-5090 neilw@usc.edu veritas.org Worldwide Friends: A Friendship Group for USC Internationals Hosted by Christians Welcoming All Cultures

Sikh Student Association

Dirs., Dan and Dicksie Mathison, (323) 727-7869 d_d@uscworldwidefriends.org uscworldwidefriends.org

Dir., Naindeep Chann, (559) 647-4700 naindeep@gmail.com www-scf.usc.edu/~sikh

Yoga and Service Club, USC: Associated with the Art of Living Foundation

Dir., Rachana Rathi, (714) 348-5598 rachana.rathi@gmail.com

Young Life at USC

Dir., Ben Chambers, (818) 723-0024 Ben4ylc@yahoo.com Zion Fellowship Zoroastrian Student Association

Adv., Firdaus Udwadia, 740-0495 fudwadia@usc.edu

Tommy’s Place (213) 821-6247 Tutor Campus Center B-4 tommysplaceusc.com Tommy’s Place is USC’s premiere oncampus nightlife destination, featuring pool, live music and performances, DJs, sports screenings and trivia nights as well as drinks and appetizers from the adjacent Traditions Bar and Grill. To enter, use the basement entrance on the south side of the Tutor Campus Center. Admission is all ages, but you must have your ID to order drinks. Visit the Website for a calendar of events and performances.

Trojan Marching Band Director: Dr. Arthur C. Bartner (213) 740-6317 Stonier Hall Basement usc.edu/band Since its beginning in 1880, “The Spirit of Troy” – USC’s Trojan Marching Band – has grown to be the largest, most visible spirit group on campus. The 300 members represent more than 70 fields of study at the university. The band provides year-round opportunities for its members to develop their musical skills through a variety of

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performance experiences and is an ideal vehicle for those students who seek camaraderie in a spirit organization. The primary mission of the Trojan Marching Band is to support USC men’s and women’s athletics. The band performs at every home football game with notable biennial full-band appearances at Notre Dame and annual trips to Stanford or Cal. A smaller contingent travels to all other away games as well. In addition, the band performs at all home games of other varsity sporting events. USC’s fight song, Alma Mater and victory march, “Conquest!,” are performed at all events. During the fall semester, the band practices on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. and, on Saturday mornings, at Cromwell Field. During the spring semester, contingents of the Trojan Marching Band form the USC Basketball Band and the University Concert Band, which are open to all students with musical ability. The band has earned the nickname “Hollywood’s Band” for its numerous performances on the small and silver screens. The Trojan Marching Band has appeared on Glee, American Idol, Dancing with the Stars and How I Met Your Mother and performed at three Academy Awards ceremonies – most recently in 2009 – and the 51st Grammys, where it collaborated with Radiohead. The band has played at two Summer

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Olympics, for eight U.S. presidents, at three Super Bowls and on six continents. It has also earned two platinum albums for its work with the rock band Fleetwood Mac and performed at the Coachella music festival. FIGHT SONG

The music for USC’s fight song, “Fight On,” was composed in 1922 by USC dental student Milo Sweet as an entry in a Trojan spirit contest. In addition to inspiring generations of Trojan fans and football players, the song has been used in a score of recordings and more than a dozen movies.

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A recording of “Fight On” is available online at about.usc.edu/traditions/ official-fight-song. Fight On

Fight on for ol’ SC Our men (teams) fight on to victory Our Alma Mater dear, looks up to you Fight on and win For ol’ SC Fight on to victory Fight on! Alma Mater

All hail to Alma Mater, To thy glory we sing; All hail to Southern California, Loud let thy praises ring; Where Western sky meets Western sea Our college stands in majesty. Sing our love to Alma Mater, Hail, all hail to thee.

Visions and Voices: The USC Arts and Humanities Initiative

Volunteer and Servicelearning Opportunities

Visions and Voices is an exciting initiative that offers a diverse array of events in the arts and humanities. Throughout the year, you will have the opportunity to attend theatrical productions, music and dance performances, conferences,

There are more than 260 community service programs administered by USC and affiliated institutions which serve more than 600,000 persons and provide volunteer opportunities for more than 22,000 USC students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends each year. Volunteers contribute more than 900,000 volunteer hours annually. Information about these community service programs and data about the USC neighborhoods is available online at communities.usc.edu. The following programs are a sampling of the service programs which you can join. There are many other student organizations that offer community service opportunities. See the complete list of student organizations on page 81 for other possibilities. For additional information, refer to the USC Volunteer Center section on page 102.

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lectures, film screenings and art exhibitions. In addition to events held on the University Park and Health Sciences campuses, events throughout the city will offer a variety of opportunities to experience Los Angeles’s dynamic cultural landscape. But this is no ordinary event series. At every Visions and Voices program, students will be invited to dialogue and interact with artists, writers, professors and special guests. This interaction will provide a unique experience of the arts and humanities and will encourage students to actively explore USC’s core values, including freedom of expression, team spirit, appreciation of diversity, commitment to service, informed risk-taking, ethical conduct and the search for truth. Admission for USC students is free for every program and, with more than 100 events to choose from throughout the year, there is definitely something for you! Be sure to pick up a Visions and Voices Calendar of Events and visit the Website at usc.edu/visionsandvoices.

(213) 740-0483 Stonier Hall 203 usc.edu/visionsandvoices

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Dalzell, Miss Alta B. Hall, and Dean Ray K. Immel of the School of Speech. ‘Dance dramas’ are frequently given (four times in the past year) in which the players convey

A COMMUNITY PLACE

the spirit of selected poems in dances while the

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lines are being recited.” – USC Student Handbook 1936-37

A Community Place (ACP) is a studentrun center that serves the homeless, working poor, seniors and children by providing healthy bag lunches, bus tokens for appointments and referrals to jobs, health centers, shelters and food or clothing distributors. ACP is open three

times a week and is located in St. Mark’s Lutheran Church (3651 S. Vermont Ave.), across from USC Gate 5. ALPHA PHI OMEGA

Email: apo@usc.edu apousc.com Since its introduction to USC in 1934, Alpha Phi Omega (APO) has provided hundreds of USC students with an avenue for organizing service programs, immediate opportunities to lead within the organization, and events and activities to bring its members together. APO recently volunteered at the AIDS Walk, Habitat for Humanity, community enrichment, Senior Social and the Union Rescue Mission, among other projects. APO is a coed service fraternity open to all current students – greek or nongreek, undergraduate or graduate. ASIAN AMERICAN TUTORIAL PROJECT

Student Union 410 Email: aatp@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~aatp The Asian American Tutorial Project is a volunteer tutorial and mentorship program that benefits children in lower socioeconomic environments. The organization is jointly run by USC, UCLA and Occidental College, and currently offers tutoring to first through sixth graders at Castelar Elementary School, located in the Chinatown area. BEST BUDDIES

Email: bestbuds@usc.edu bestbuddies.org Best Buddies is a non-profit international organization that strives to enhance the lives of people who have intellectual disabilities through one-to-one friendships and integrated employment. The USC chapter of Best Buddies is paired with students from Lanterman High School, and students make friendships that last a lifetime. USC CIRCLE K

Email: circlek@usc.edu www-scf.usc.edu/~circlek USC Circle K is a community service organization that aims to help various parts of the community by feeding the homeless, reading to kids and participating in beach clean-ups. As a branch of Kiwanis International, USC Circle K volunteers can participate at any of its service events that take place throughout Los Angeles county on a weekly basis.

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USC HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, CAMPUS CHAPTER

Email: habitat@usc.edu habitat.org USC Habitat for Humanity is an organized campus chapter of the international organization, which works to provide individual members and other student organizations with the opportunity to participate in this unique service opportunity. Although students may have little or no experience with construction, they are welcomed and trained to be active participants in various aspects of the home-building process. HELENES

Email: helenes@usc.edu uschelenes.org USC Helenes is an all-female service organization serving shelters and programs around Los Angeles. Members also serve as hostesses at USC events.

Director: Tammara Anderson (213) 740-1837 JEP House usc.edu/jep The Joint Educational Project (JEP) offers students a unique opportunity to combine academic course work with the experience found in the ethnically and culturally diverse community surrounding the university. Each year some 1,600 students from approximately 70 courses receive academic credit for their participation in JEP. An additional 400 students serve as non-credit volunteers and share their time and special talents in the project. As a JEP student, you can choose one of several assignments: • In local schools, you can tutor and befriend children through the mentors program; aid teachers in the classroom as teacher assistants; help other school administrators; and lead mini-course lessons on subjects from earthquakes to health and nutrition. • In health clinics, hospitals and the coroner’s office, you can work as a physician’s assistant, patient comforter or translator through the Trojan Health Volunteers Program. • In other community sites, such as a shelter for battered women and children or a neighborhood tutorial center, students can offer help that enhances current educational arts and sports programs. JEP assignments last from eight to 10 weeks during the semester and provide

excellent career preparation, community service and personal growth opportunities for interested students. JEP houses an America Reads/America Counts program, coined USC Readers PLUS, which hires and places work-study students in five of the USC Family Schools. Readers and math mentors assist neighborhood children with reading and math between eight and 15 hours a week during the academic year and up to 40 hours a week during the summer months. Visit the JEP House at 801 W. 34th St., across from Taper Hall. JUMPSTART

Email: jstart@usc.edu jstart.org Jumpstart is a national early education organization that recruits and trains college students and community volunteers to work with preschool children in low-income neighborhoods. Through a proven curriculum, these children develop the language and literacy skills they need to be ready for school, setting them on a path to close the achievement gap before it is too late. Jumpstart corps members have the opportunity to inspire young children to learn, serve in a local community, work on a team and build professional skills. Corps members complete 300 hours of service during the school year at 8-12 hours per week. Students in Jumpstart are eligible to earn an AmeriCorps Education award of up to $1,175 after completing their term of service. In addition, students may earn their work study award through Jumpstart.

To apply for the corps member position, visit jstart.org/apply. For more information, email jstart@usc.edu. NORMAN TOPPING STUDENT AID FUND

Director: Christina Yokoyama (213) 740-7575 Tutor Campus Center 425 Email: ntsaf@usc.edu usc.edu/student-affairs/ntsaf The Norman Topping Student Aid Fund (NTSAF) provides scholarships for incoming freshmen, transfer and graduate students with high financial need and strong community awareness. Applicants residing in areas surrounding the University Park and Health Science campuses, in addition to first-generation college students, are given primary consideration in the selection process. Please note that the scholarship is not limited to these populations. NTSAF is the only student-iniated, student-funded, primarily student administered scholarship in the nation. Current students can get involved through the NTSAF Governing Board, which selects applicants and sets policy for the fund. Members of the Governing Board also help with recruitment, outreach and event planning and work closely with the Topping Scholars and university staff and faculty. For more information about getting involved, please contact the NTSAF office.

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PEER HEALTH EDUCATORS

Office for Wellness and Health Promotion Health Promotion and Prevention Services (213) 740-HPPS (4777) usc.edu/owhp In late September to early October, Wellness and Health Promotion selects 15 to 25 students to volunteer as Peer Health Educators (PHEs). PHEs are trained in brief motivational interviewing and as peer opinion leaders. The PHEs staff the Resource Rooms in Student Health Center 206 and Tutor Campus Center 427, provide Anonymous OraQuick Rapid HIV Testing, and build wellness in their peer student communities. Applications are due on the last day of October. Those selected complete 32 hours of training and commit to volunteering two hours a week for one year. If you are interested in becoming a PHE, call (213) 740-4777 for more information or to request an application. SPIRITS IN ACTION

Email: spiritsinactionorg@gmail.com www-scf.usc.edu/~spirits Spirits in Action brings more than 300 athletes with physical and mental disabilities to USC every spring to participate in a day of athletics and fun. The group visits a nearby school each semester to play games with disabled students. TROJAN KIDS CAMP

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This program is sponsored by Recreational Sports. Now in its 45th year, Trojan Kids Camp (formerly called the National Youth Sports Program) continues to meet the needs of USC community youth. The program provides summer experiences in sports instruction, fitness, nutrition, citizenship and sportsmanship for economically disadvantaged children ages 9 to 15 years. Paid staff positions are available and the application process begins in early April. Applications and information for staff and participants are available (in both English and Spanish) at the Lyon Center or online at usc.edu/recsports.

TROY CAMP

Email: TroyCamp@usc.edu troycamp.org Troy Camp is a non-profit volunteer student organization responsible for developing an activities program for school children from the immediate community. It features a week at a wilderness camp at no cost to the children and is the official student philanthropy at USC. USC VOLUNTEER CENTER

Director: Judi Biggs Garbuio (213) 740-7012 Tutor Campus Center 425 Email: volctr@usc.edu usc.edu/volunteer The USC Volunteer Center (UVC) supports community service efforts throughout the USC community. Each year, the UVC organizes monthly campus-wide community service days, as well as identifies volunteer opportunities for students, faculty and staff. The UVC also houses an extensive online database of more than 300 service agencies that provide volunteer opportunities to the USC family. Programs include Alternative Spring and Winter Breaks and monthly Friends and Neighbors Service Days. For more information about volunteer opportunities, visit the UVC Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Service Organizations

There are numerous student service groups that provide assistance to the surrounding community as well as on campus. For information on these groups, refer to the description in this section or visit the UVC or Office of Campus Activities (Tutor Campus Center 330). Funding for Community Service

If you are a member of a student group that would like to conduct a hands-on

community service project, your group may apply for funding through the Undergraduate Student Government Philanthropy Fund. For more information, visit the Office of Campus Activities Website at usc.edu/ca. WOMEN AND YOUTH SUPPORTING EACH OTHER (WYSE)

Executive Director: Stephanie Kennedy Email: wyse@usc.edu WYSE is a mentorship program that provides middle school girls at four local middle schools with the resources and support necessary to make informed decisions about their relationships, sexuality and futures, and to create community change. WYSE mentors facilitate group sessions as well as individually mentor middle school females at one of two local middle schools. WYSE is designed to educate young women and empower them to make healthy decisions on their own. In addition, the organization works to create a cohesive team of mentors that supports one another as they support their mentees. YOUTHS EXPLORING PASSION (Y.E.P!)

Email: uscyep@usc.edu The mission of Y.E.P! is to impact the lives of youths by helping them seek and find a passion specific to themselves and connect them to resources, facilities and mentors in order to help develop and nurture that passion. By joining Y.E.P!, one becomes a coach who helps a pregnant teenager explore possible passions in her life. All the mentees are students at Thomas Riley High School, where all students are pregnant (average age is 16).

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Exploring Los Angeles

Safety is an issue at every university. The best way to ensure your safety is to always be prepared. This section provides information on earthquake and major emergency procedures, emergency phone numbers, Campus Cruiser and Department of Public Safety services, and tips on staying safe.

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Earthquake Safety

10 p.m. on weekdays. Contact Campus Cruiser at the Health Sciences Campus at (323) 442-2100. You can track your call and the Campus Cruiser vehicle assigned to your request online with “Track Your Cruiser” at transnet.usc.edu.

Emergency Telephone Numbers USC Department of Public Safety and Medical Emergencies UPC, (213) 740-4321 HSC, (323) 442-1000

YELLOW CAB

USC has partnered with Yellow Cab to provide alternative transportation for USC students. This service is recommended for students who do not want to wait for Campus Cruiser. Yellow Cab will accept USCard for payment to destinations within the service area. For more information call (800) USC-TAXI or visit usc.edu/bus-affairs/admin_serv/ uscard_serv/yellowcab.

USC Department of Public Safety Non-Emergencies UPC, (213) 740-6000 HSC, (323) 442-1200 Police, Fire, Ambulance 911 Highway Patrol 911 USC Emergency Information Line (213) 740-9233 emergency.usc.edu LAC+USC Medical Center 1200 N. State Street Emergency Room (213) 226-6707 Walk-in Clinic (323) 226-6701 Hospital Operator (323) 409-1000 Alcoholics Anonymous, Los Angeles Central Office (323) 936-4343 or (800) 923-8722 (24-hours) lacoaa.org

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Campus Cruiser University Park Campus (213) 740-4911 (escort) (213) 740-3575 (information) 620 McCarthy Way, PSX Health Sciences Campus (323) 442-2100 (escort) (323) 442-1201 (information) transnet.usc.edu If you are one of the many individuals who work, study or take classes at night, you do not have to walk to your car or home alone. Campus Cruiser provides you with either a walking or vehicle escort to your destination. Students, faculty, staff and guests of the university may be escorted within approximately one mile from the center of campus, or within the DPS patrol area. All Campus Cruiser vehicles are clearly marked. Personnel stay in constant communication with the dispatcher. Because Campus Cruiser is a supplement to the USC Bus service, it is important to use the USC Bus instead of requesting an escort if you have access to one of the USC Bus routes. If you need an escort into a parking

USGS EARTHQUAKE HAZARDS PROGRAM

Was That an Earthquake?

The U.S. Geological Survey provides detailed information about recent earthquakes on its Website at earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes. Visit the site to learn if that tremor you felt was actually an earthquake or just your imagination. The Website includes maps of recent earthquakes with information about their intensities and epicenters.

structure when you get off the USC Bus, let the driver know when you first board the USC Bus and an escort can be arranged. Because of the high demand for Campus Cruiser escorts, they cannot take appointments. Campus Cruiser is intended to be a security service and not a taxi service. To prevent abuse of the service, we ask that you keep the following policies in mind: • Cruisers may only escort groups of up to six people. • Cruisers may only escort an individual four times in one evening. • Cruisers may only wait a short period of time for passengers. • Cruisers may not escort people to and from any commercial establishment. Your safety as well as that of the student Cruiser personnel is our first concern. Keep in mind that Campus Cruiser does get busy at times, especially when it rains. Requests for escorts are taken on a first-come, first-served basis. When you call, give your phone number, and you will receive a phone call or text alert when your Cruiser arrives. Campus Cruiser operates seven days a week, except during most university holidays, from 6 p.m. to 2:45 a.m. during fall semester, and from 5 p.m. to 2:45 a.m. during spring semester. A special Cruiser vehicle is stationed at Leavey Library to provide services to students from 3 a.m. to 6 a.m., seven days a week. If you need a ride from a location other than Leavey Library during these times, contact DPS at (213) 740-6000 and they will contact a Cruiser. During the summer, hours are 6 p.m. to 12:45 a.m., seven days a week. There is no special escort vehicle stationed at Leavey Library during the summer. Campus Cruiser also has a limited service available at the Health Sciences Campus that operates from 5 p.m. to

Earthquake Safety USC has an award-winning emergency management program that addresses mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery from earthquakes. The university has taken appropriate steps to reduce safety risks to students, staff and faculty in the event of an earthquake. The majority of earthquakes are minor and cause little damage or injury. However, every student should be aware of the university’s special procedures and plans in the event of a major earthquake. BEFORE THE EARTHQUAKE

Become familiar with emergency procedures in your residence hall or offcampus housing area. Keep a personal emergency kit in your residence and car. The kit should include the following items: • a small amount of non-perishable food and water • first aid supplies and a first aid instruction book • flashlight and AM/FM radio with extra batteries • personal hygiene supplies, extra eye glasses and medication • emergency whistle and blanket • phone number of out-of-state relative that all family members will use to communicate after an earthquake • small amount of cash You may put together your own kit or buy a pre-assembled kit from one of the vendors often used on campus. The following disaster supply vendor offers a discount to USC employees and students who are purchasing kits, supplies and services for personal use: •

SOS Survival Products (800) 479-7998 sosproducts.com Discount code – CL0184

Make your residence earthquake-safe by following these simple steps: • Ensure that nothing heavy or breakable is stored high up in the room, including bicycles, stereo or television equipment or other heavy items. • Ensure that tall bookcases are bolted to the wall and secure computers, televisions and stereo equipment with Velcro, straps or quake putty. • Secure hanging plants and heavy pictures with closed eye hooks and install latches on cabinet doors. • Locate safe spots and danger spots in your room. Safe spots include: under a table or desk, or near an interior wall away from shelves and windows. Danger spots include: near windows, glass doors, mirrors, hanging objects, tall unsecured furniture and kitchen areas. • Become familiar with alternate exit routes in the building and with the emergency assembly point outside the building. Keep all exit routes clear and unblocked. DURING THE EARTHQUAKE

Remain calm. Do not rush outside. Many earthquake injuries occur due to falling debris just outside doorways or near outside walls. • If you are indoors, drop, cover and hold on under a sturdy table or desk. • If there is no shelter spot, crouch near an interior wall away from windows, large furniture and light fixtures. You do not need to stand in a doorway. Doorways offer no greater protection than any other area. • If you are outdoors, move away from buildings, utility wires, trees and other overhead hazards. Stay in an open area. • If you are driving, pull carefully to the side of the road and stop. Stay inside your car until the shaking stops and only resume driving if it is safe to do so. • If you are in a classroom or auditorium, drop, cover and hold under the desk or down between the row of seats well below the top part of the seats. The top of the seats will serve to break the fall of any debris that may come loose from the ceiling. Do not rush for the exit or attempt to leave the building, since heavy objects may be falling in your path.

• Do not use telephones except in a serious emergency. • Assist others in the area. • Report injuries or damages to the nearest emergency response team or to the Department of Public Safety: (213) 740-4321 for UPC; (323) 442-1000 for HSC. • Evacuate the building until it has been assessed for damage. Follow these appropriate evacuation procedures: – Turn off all electrical equipment. – Bring emergency supplies, warm clothing and purses/wallets with you. – Do not leave anyone behind; assist those with disabilities. – Close all doors behind you. – Use the stairs, not the elevators. – Assemble in a safe outdoor area. • Do not re-enter the building until it has been assessed by inspectors. Cooperate with emergency response teams. • Listen to radios for emergency information (KFWB 98 AM or KNX 1070 AM) or call the USC Emergency Information Line at (213) 740-9233. • Information on the status of the university will be posted online at usc.edu/emergency. Important Websites include: • daretoprepare.org • sosproducts.com

Emergency Safety Plan MAJOR EMERGENCY INFORMATION

For general USC emergency plan information, visit emergencyprep.usc.edu, which includes information about safety and emergency preparedness. In the event of a major emergency situation, the USC home page will be updated, and additional information will be listed at emergencyprep.usc.edu. An emergency hotline is also available for updates and information at (213) 740-9233. These services are for students, parents, faculty and staff to access campus safety information after a major emergency. During a major emergency, please call (213) 740-2421 for specific inquiries about students. Calls will be answered 24/7 by Student Affairs staff. For more detailed information about USC emergency response and preparation plans, visit emergencyplan.usc.edu.

AFTER THE EARTHQUAKE

• Be prepared for aftershocks. • Wear sturdy shoes to avoid injury from broken glass. • Do not use the elevators.

TROJANS ALERT

You will also receive instructions on where to go, what to do, or what not to do, whom to contact and other important information from Trojans Alert.

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Trojans Alert is a system that allows university officials to contact you during an emergency by sending text messages to cell phones, pagers, smart phones and handheld devices, land lines and email accounts. To register for Trojans Alert, visit trojansalert.usc.edu. EMERGENCY SERVICES

Report all emergencies to the Department of Public Safety at (213) 740-4321. The Public Safety dispatch center is staffed 24 hours a day and will dispatch Public Safety officers as well as the fire department and paramedics as needed. In addition, a professional staff member is on call at Student Counseling Services during weekday business hours or via the Department of Public Safety after business hours and weekends at (213) 740-6000 for the University Park Campus and (323) 442-1200 for the Health Sciences Campus. PREPARING FOR THE UNEXPECTED

The USC Office of Fire Safety and Emergency Planning works with all schools and departments to ensure the university is ready to respond to and recover from all types of emergencies and disasters. The goals of the Emergency Operations and Recovery Plans are to: • Ensure the safety and security of students, faculty, staff and visitors. • Minimize disruption of academic and research programs. • Minimize university losses. The university stocks emergency response equipment and supplies including emergency food, water and first aid supplies. USC follows the National Incident Management System and conducts training and exercises throughout the year on incident management, first aid, fire suppression, search and rescue and other emergency skills. Specialized response teams on campus are prepared to conduct such efforts as well as hazardous materials response, damage assessment, mass care, communications, security, technology recovery, student support and more. All resident advisers are trained in evacuation, first aid and basic fire suppression skills. For large-scale emergencies, the university will activate an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to coordinate response and recovery efforts. Reporting an Emergency

All emergencies should be reported to Public Safety by calling (213) 740-4321 or using a campus emergency blue light phone. If, in a major emergency situation, telephone communications are out,

Emergency Telephone Numbers Mental Health Clinic LAC+USC Medical Center Psychiatric Clinic (323) 226-5752 Peace Over Violence 24-hour Hotlines (213) 626-3393 (310) 392-8381 (626) 793-3385 (877) 633-0044 (24-hour stalking hotline) peaceoverviolence.org Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (800) 656-HOPE rainn.org Rape Treatment Center – Santa Monica, UCLA Medical Center (310) 319-4000 911rape.com Suicide Prevention Center (877) 7-CRISIS (24-hour) suicidepreventioncenter. org USC Center for Women and Men (213) 740-4900 (24-hour crisis counseling available by telephone) usc.edu/cwm Violence Intervention Program (323) 226-2095 violenceintervention program.org Los Angeles Emergency Management Department (213) 978-2222 emergency.lacity.org Los Angeles County Disaster Hotline (800) 980-4990

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report emergencies to any USC staff member equipped with a hand-held radio or directly to Public Safety. Question: What is TC4T and how do I use it?

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Answer: The USC Trojans Care for Trojans program (TC4T) — sait.usc.edu/ca/tc4t — enables students to report a crime or suspicious behavior anonymously. Students can text 274637 with “TC4T,” a description of the situation and the location in the text. The number is blocked from DPS officials, so everything is anonymous. Students can also install a free app on their mobile devices called TipSubmit Mobile. To install this free app, tipsters can search for “TipSoft” or “TipSubmit” in the Apple App Store or Android Market.

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Evacuation Procedures

Evacuation of specific buildings or all buildings may be necessary in a major emergency. Information regarding assembly area locations by building is available at emergencyplan.usc.edu/bert. If buildings are damaged in an earthquake, facilities’ staff will inspect all structures, posting each with either red “CLOSED” or green “OPEN” signs. If off-campus areas must be evacuated, USC Buses will assist evacuees. If USC Buses are unavailable, residents should follow specified routes to campus, walking together in groups. In the event of extended night-time evacuation, assemble at Cromwell Field.

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Evacuation Instructions for Residents

In a major emergency, evacuation of some or all residential buildings may be necessary. In a fire or earthquake, do not use elevators. You should discuss the location of building evacuation routes and meeting points outside the building with your resident adviser or customer service representative. Civil Disturbance Procedures

In the event of a major civil disturbance, university emergency plans will be activated and all resident students will be instructed to remain indoors. Security patrols will be increased and staff volunteers will establish emergency watches around the campus, including the North University Park residential area. All students will be advised of emergency instructions and may be relocated, depending on circumstances. Role of Faculty Members

If a major emergency occurs during classroom instruction, the responsibility of faculty members will be to provide emergency guidance to students in their classrooms. For example, in a major earthquake, faculty should instruct students to duck and cover until the end of the shaking and provide assistance in safe evacuation to designated assembly areas.

Public Safety University Park Campus (213) 740-4321 (Emergencies) (213) 740-6000 (Non-emergencies) Parking Structure A Health Sciences Campus (323) 442-1000 (Emergencies) (323) 442-1200 (Non-emergencies) Health Sciences Parking Structure capsnet.usc.edu/dps DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is the central coordinating office for law enforcement and security programs at the university. DPS is open 24 hours a day and is responsible for the deployment of all personnel on and around the university campuses. DPS is one of the largest campus law enforcement agencies in the nation. DPS is charged with the protection of life and property and should be called to report any emergency situation, including serious accidents, crimes, suspicious circumstances, fires or safety hazards. Through a Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles Police Department, armed USC public safety officers have powers of arrest and patrol the campus and off-campus areas in vehicles, on bicycles and on foot. Public safety officers conduct preliminary investigations facilitating the investigative process with local law enforcement. Unarmed community service officers patrol all university-owned residential facilities and monitor the access control/alarm systems at these buildings 24 hours a day. Unarmed student officers assigned to the Trojan Student Officer Program are responsible for promoting bicycle safety, enforcing campus and state bicycle regulations, and deterring bicycle theft. Other services performed by DPS include: the provision of a wide variety of written and online materials on crime prevention; presentation of crime and rape awareness seminars; security surveys of offices and apartments on or near both the University Park and Health Sciences campuses; bicycle registration; and personal property identification. For more information, call the Crime Prevention and Community Education Unit at (213) 740-9565 or visit online at capsnet.usc.edu/dps/crimeprevention. You may also find DPS on Facebook by searching “USC Department of Public Safety.” The primary goal of DPS is to provide a safe and secure environment in which the social and academic endeavors

Safety Tips

WHAT IS SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR?

Signs and behaviors that may be suspicious: • a person running as if chased

• business transactions conducted from

• a person carrying a locked bicycle

a vehicle near schools or parks

• a person going door to door in an office building or a residential area • a person being forced into a vehicle

BLUE LIGHT PHONES

For emergency situations, more than 400 emergency “blue light” phones have been strategically located in many buildings, each parking structure (on every level) and on the campus grounds. Many of these emergency phones are easily identified by the blue emergency lights on top of the phone booth. They provide a direct line to the Public Safety office and should be used only under emergency conditions. To report an emergency from a landline or cellular device, call (213) 740-4321 (University Park Campus) or (323) 442-1000 (Health Sciences Campus). For general information regarding department activities, policies or available services, call (213) 740-6000 (University Park Campus) or (323) 4421200 (Health Sciences Campus) or stop by either office to speak with members of the staff.

Safety Tips PREVENTING SEXUAL ASSAULT

Research indicates that approximately nine out of 10 sexual assaults perpetrated against college women involve people who already know each other. College men are also sexually assaulted — usually by someone they know. The university is committed to providing sexual violence prevention education to its campus community each year through Orientation Programs, in partnership with the Center for Women and Men. These programs provide mandatory sexual violence prevention education for all undergraduate students who attend new student orientation. The Center for Women and Men also provides programs that are focused on changing attitudes and behaviors of those in the university community. Contact the Center for Women and Men at (213) 740-4900 to request a program. For the university’s definition of sexual assault, see the University Student Conduct Code 11.53 (page 142).

• a person forcibly entering a locked

• persons sitting in a parked car closely scanning the area around them • unusual noises, including gunshots, screaming or sounds of fighting

vehicle Report suspicious behavior to DPS at (213) 740-4321 (UPC) or (323) 442-1000 (HSC). If you are away from campus, call 911. For more information, go to capsnet.usc. edu/dps/crimeprevention.

Preventing Assault by Strangers

• Be aware of what is going on around you. Walk assertively. You are less likely to become a target if you look like you know where you are going and what is happening around you. • Do not walk alone, especially after dark. Ask a friend to walk with you to your car or residence. Take a USC Bus or call Campus Cruiser at (213) 740-4911 for an escort if you do not have anybody to walk with. If Campus Cruiser is unavailable, you may call the Department of Public Safety (DPS) for an escort at (213) 740-6000. • When you go jogging, use the track or pick a route on campus with high visibility. • Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong with a person, building or situation, then something probably is wrong. Change your plans, move away from the person, get out of the area – whatever is necessary for you to feel comfortable. • If you think you are being followed, stay in well-lit areas and go into a store or restaurant. If these types of locations are not available, join a group of people and ask to walk with them until it is safe. • Know the locations of the emergency blue light phones. • Report any suspicious activity to DPS immediately at (213) 740-4321 (University Park Campus) or (323) 442-1000 (Health Sciences Campus). • Take a self defense class offered by DPS. Call (213) 740-6000 for more information. • Minimize your risk of consuming a rape drug by bringing your own drinks to parties and not leaving your drink unattended.

SAFETY TIPS AT HOME

• Get to know your neighbors. • Do not prop outside doors open. • Lock your door, even if you are just going down the hall for a minute. • Do not let strangers into your building, even if they look harmless. • Report any suspicious people or activities to DPS immediately. • Lock your windows and block sliding doors with a pole in the bottom track. • Record serial numbers and keep photos and/or descriptions of all your valuables. • If you receive an obscene phone call, hang up. If the calls continue, report them to DPS. SAFETY TIPS IN THE CAR

• Keep windows rolled up, doors locked and possessions out of sight (in the trunk). • Park in a well-lit area and check around and inside your car before you get in. • Make sure your car runs well and has plenty of gas. • If your car breaks down on the freeway, dial #399 on your cell phone and/or lift the hood and wait for help in your vehicle with your seat belt on. • Never pick up strangers or go with a stranger who offers help. Instead, carry a cell phone so you can call for help. • Do not allow another vehicle to force you off the road. Drive to a busy location, a police station or DPS if you need help.

Question: When do I call the USC emergency telephone number versus the non-emergency phone number? Answer: Call the emergency number, (213) 740-4321, when someone has been injured, a crime or act of violence has occurred, there is a fire or any physical emergency requiring immediate response, someone is stuck in an elevator, you have received a bomb threat or anytime you need immediate service to ensure your safety. Call the nonemergency number, (213) 740-6000, when you need information, you need to reach a DPS staff member on a routine matter, you lost something and want to see if someone turned it in, you need general service (help getting into your car or apartment) – any time the call does not require a response within minutes.

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of the university community may be fully realized. To achieve this goal, the department needs students’ cooperation and support in reporting incidents, taking advantage of the services the department provides and complying with basic crime prevention practices. DPS publishes an annual security report that includes crime information for the previous three calendar years. The report is available for viewing online at capsnet.usc.edu/dps/asr.

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BICYCLE SAFETY Question: Does USC offer self-defense classes? Answer: DPS offers Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) training for women free of charge. RAD training provides viable options for use in situations of imminent or actual attack. Participants learn practical techniques that require no special equipment. To learn more, contact DPS at (213) 743-1733.

Rules to Keep in Mind When Riding

ID Theft and Credit Card/Check Fraud Theft Prevention

Locking Your Bike

Personal Safety (includes robbery prevention)

Rape Prevention Bicycle Safety For more information, contact USC Crime Prevention and Community Education at (213) 743-1733. Question: What is Silent Witness? Answer: Silent Witness is a program that allows individuals to report suspicious behavior or suspected criminal activity anonymously. SCampus 2012-13

• A bike light when riding at night. • Bicycle registration – required by California law and university regulation. Register your bike at capsnet.usc.edu/dps/bikeregistration.cfm or call (213) 740-5519 for more information. See the Bicycle Policy in Student Governance on page 178 for more information. • Working brakes – get new pads and adjustments at any bike shop. • Helmet – required by California law for bicyclists under 18 years of age. Highly encouraged for persons over 18. • Always ride on the right and with the flow of traffic (also required by California law). Ride on the road, and not on the sidewalk, when possible. • Obey all traffic laws. You must stop at intersections, just like other vehicles. Pedestrians have the right-of-way. • Take extra care when passing parking lot exits and other driveways.

DPS also offers the following presentations to students, staff and faculty:

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To report an incident, fill out the Silent Witness form online at capsnet.usc.edu/dps/ silentwitness.cfm.

• Use a U-lock to secure your bike. At least lock your rear wheel and frame to a bike rack and use a second lock to secure the front wheel to the frame. Do not leave your bike locked “free standing.” A thief can easily walk away with the bike and remove the lock later. • Do not park your bike in a doorway, on stairs or blocking any handicapped access. Use a bike rack. Violating bikes will be impounded. Identifying Your Bicycle

Keep a record of your bike registration so if your bike is stolen, you can provide information for a police report. You should keep a record of the registration/ tag number, make, model, serial number, size, color and number of speeds of the bike. Unlicensed bikes have little chance of being returned to their owners. WHAT TO DO IF ... You are sexually assaulted

• Go to a safe location. Contact the Center for Women and Men (page 53). • Notify DPS at (213) 740-4321 and/ or call 911 if you want to report the crime. • Call a trusted friend, family member or someone else who can provide support.

• If the alleged assailant is a USC student, you can also report the crime to Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards at (213) 821-7373. • Preserve all physical evidence of the assault, even if you are unsure whether you want to report the crime. Do not shower, bathe, douche, eat, drink, wash your hands or brush your teeth until after you have had a medical examination. Do not clean or disturb the area where the assault occurred. • Save all the clothing you were wearing at the time of the assault and bring them and any other potential evidence to the medical exam. Place each item of clothing in a separate paper bag (do not use plastic bags). • Get medical care as soon as possible from a hospital, emergency room or a specialized forensic clinic that works with sexual assault survivors. Some options in Los Angeles include the Rape Treatment Center and the Violence Intervention Program (see page 105 for contact information). • You may also request medications for the prevention of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, and emergency contraception. If more than one week has passed since the assault, or if you are certain that you do not want to report the crime, the Health Promotion and Prevention Services provides medical care, including emergency contraception, and testing for sexually transmitted infections. • If you think you may have been given a rape drug, request that the hospital or clinic take a urine and blood sample. These samples need to be collected quickly as these drugs leave the system quickly. • Talk to a counselor at the Center for Women and Men for emotional support and advocacy. If you prefer to seek confidential counseling off campus, call the Rape Treatment Center or Peace Over Violence (see page 105 for contact information). You are physically assaulted

Call DPS as soon as possible. Try to remember as much as you can about the assailant. Important characteristics include: sex, race, hair color and length, body size, clothing description, scars, tattoos, mode of travel and vehicle type, color and license plate number. DPS officers will immediately begin a search for the suspect(s). You are the victim of a theft

If you have property stolen, there is little hope of recovering it unless you have marked it and/or recorded the

serial numbers. Notify DPS as soon as you notice the theft and an officer will write a report. Try to supply as much information as possible about the stolen property. The majority of thefts on campus occur because property is left unsecured or unattended. It is estimated that over 80 percent of all thefts on campus could be prevented if everyone would secure their valuables. You see suspicious behavior — “If you see something, say something.”

If you see someone acting suspiciously, call DPS at once. Do not approach the person yourself. Report what the person is doing and give a general description of the person. DPS will investigate your report immediately. If all members of the campus community become security conscious and report suspicious activity, thefts and other crimes have a better chance of being measurably reduced. You receive a bomb threat

Stay calm. It is important to get as much information from the caller as possible. Be sure to ask about the location of the bomb, time set to explode and type of bomb. Listen to the caller’s voice and any background noise you hear. This information may help to identify the caller. Call DPS immediately. DPS officers will search the area involved and notify the Los Angeles Police Department bomb squad if necessary. DPS and the responsible department administrators and/or building supervisor together will determine if the building should be evacuated. Your car is damaged

If your car has been damaged (hit and run or vandalism), notify DPS. An officer will conduct an initial investigation and file a report. Most insurance companies require a police report for any insurance claim. You are seriously sick or injured

Call DPS at (213) 740-4321 on the University Park Campus or (323) 442-1000 on the Health Sciences Campus. Tell the dispatcher about the nature of your illness or injury and your exact location. A DPS officer will respond to assist you and will request Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics if necessary. Officers can also communicate with an on-call physician from the University Park Health Center (UPHC). If you are not seriously injured or sick, contact UPHC during regular business hours to schedule an appointment.

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Exploring Los Angeles

Los Angeles is a city rich in culture. There is something to do at practically every corner. Use this guide, which is based on student recommendations, to help you explore all that Los Angeles has to offer, from museums and theatre to shopping and dining. Student discounts for restaurants, museums and theatres are highlighted so you can experience Los Angeles â&#x20AC;&#x201C; even on a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s budget.

Local

Question: Are any stores near USC open 24 hours? Answer: The closest drug store, grocery store and convenience store open 24 hours are: 7-Eleven 2512 S. Figueroa St. (213) 749-2589 Vons 3461 W. 3rd St. (213) 384-6552 Walgreens 3201 W. 6th St. (213) 251-0179

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BICYCLES

Looking for a grocery store, a restaurant or a bank you can walk to? Try these local stores and services.

L.A. Bicycles

BANKING

University Village 3219 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 741-1090

Bank of America

COPY SERVICES

bankofamerica.com 985 W. Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 763-8907 ATM open 24 hours. Open Saturday until 2 p.m. 2703 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 763-8900

FedEx Office

2723 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 747-8341 fedexoffice.com DINING Boba Loca

ATM hours vary. Open Saturday until 2 p.m.

3617 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 766-BOBA bobaloca.com

Citibank

Serves boba teas.

citibank.com 3615 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (800) 627-3999 ATM open 24 hours. Open Saturday until 4 p.m.

Chano’s Drive-In

3000 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 747-3944 theoriginalchanos.com Late night Mexican fast food.

Wells Fargo Bank

Jacks N Joe

wellsfargo.com

2498 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 748-4565 jacksnjoe.com

3333 S. Hoover St. (ATM) Los Angeles, CA 90007 (800) 869-3557 2801 S. Figueroa St. (ATM) Los Angeles, CA 90007 (800) 869-3557 141 W. Adams Blvd. (Branch) Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 745-7208 ATM hours vary. Branch open Saturday until 4 p.m.

All-day breakfast joint from a USC alum. Manas

2823 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 731-4333 manasla.com Indian food. La Barca

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Gourmet food trucks are the latest craze to hit L.A., and you’re sure to find a few parked on Jefferson Blvd. between Hoover St. and McClintock Ave., and in the United University Church parking lot at noon and around 6 p.m. Find your favorites on Twitter to see when they’ll be around.

2414 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 735-6567

Pasta Roma

2827 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 742-0303 pastaroma.com Student Discount

With ID, USC students receive 20% off on dine-in and take-out orders, or 12% off on delivery. Starbucks

University Village 3303 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 747-8927 starbucks.com Togo’s

3619 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 730-2900 togos.com Sandwiches and salads. Trio House

3031 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 741-0101 triohouse.com Asian fusion diner. Tuscany

3760 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 The Tuscany complex includes Chipotle Mexican Grill, Chick Fil-A, Quiznos Sandwiches, Coldstone Creamery and the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. University Gateway

3335 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 campusapts.com/gateway/shopping.aspx The University Gateway complex includes Freebirds World Burritos, Margarita Pizza Bar, Soy Japanese Grill and Roll, Subway, Yogurtland and Seattle’s Best Coffee. University Village Food Court

Mexican restaurant famous for its flan. $3 margaritas on Tuesday.

3375 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007

La Taquiza

International food court with Indian, Thai, Korean, Mongolian, Mexican, Italian, sushi and more.

3009 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 741-9795 lataquizausc.com Mexican restaurant known for its mulitas. Lotus on Flower

3742 S. Flower St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 478-0090 lotusonflower.com This elegant bar offering sushi, shabu shabu and hookah is a hidden gem.

Viztango Café

3017 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 745-8050 viztangocafe.com Italian restaurant with an extensive menu.

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MUSEUMS

CVS/pharmacy

California African American Museum

University Gateway 3335 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 742-6765 cvs.com

Exposition Park 600 State Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90037 (213) 744-7432 caamuseum.org

Village Pharmacy

University Village 3137 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 749-2346 GROCERY AND CONVENIENCE STORES Fresh and Easy

3335 S. Figueroa St. Suite B Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 742-9953 freshandeasy.com Ralphs

Free Exposition Park 700 State Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90037 (323) 724-3623 californiasciencecenter.org Offers informative science exhibits presented in interactive worlds.

Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

3607 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 733-5875 smartandfinal.com Superior Grocers

University Village 3129 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 747-9818 superiorgrocers.com MOVIES Flagship Theatres University Village 3

3323 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 748-6321 flagshipmovies.com Tickets $7.50. Matinee price $5 before 5 p.m. Admission $6 for USC students with valid ID. IMAX â&#x20AC;&#x201C; California Science Center

700 Exposition Park Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90037 (213) 744-7400 californiasciencecenter.org Features scientific exploration films. Tickets $8.25, $6 with student ID. Multiple Show Discounts

Two movies for $12.75 ($9.75 with student ID) and three movies for $17.50 ($13.75 with student ID).

Vermont/Beverly

Wilshire/Vermont

Free for permanent exhibition galleries only. Donations accepted. See Website for information on special exhibits.

900 Exposition Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 763-DINO nhm.org Permanent exhibitions feature African and American mammals, rare dinosaurs and fossils, marine animals, Native American and pre-Columbian cultures, and historical artifacts from California and the Southwest. Admission

Regular admission $9 (free with USC ID). Free first Tuesday of the month. SHOES Payless Shoe Source

412 E. Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 748-1313 payless.com VIDEO RENTALS Perfect Video

4005 S. San Pedro St. Los Angeles, CA 90011 (323) 846-8545 Located just south of campus.

Westlake/ MacArthur Park Civic Center

7th St./Metro Center Pico Culver City

California Science Center

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Open 24 hours.

Vermont/Sunset

Hollywood/Highland Hollywood/ Vine

Showcases historical artifacts as well as contributions to painting, sculpture and music. Closed on Monday.

2600 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 732-3863 ralphs.com 2512 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 749-2589 7-eleven.com

Hollywood/ Western

Expo/ La Brea

Expo/ Crenshaw

La Cienega/ Farmdale Jefferson

Union Station

Pershing Square

23rd St. Expo/ Vermont Jefferson/USC Expo/ Western

Expo Park/USC

RIDING THE RAILS Thanks to the Expo Line, which runs from downtown Los Angeles to Culver City, exploring L.A. without a car has never been easier. There are three stops near campus: Jefferson Blvd. and Figueroa St.; Exposition Blvd. and Trousdale Pkwy.; and Exposition Blvd. and Vermont Ave. At the downtown 7th Street Metro station, the Expo Line connects to the Red Line, which goes through downtown and into Hollywood. Use the maps and recommendations on the following pages to make the most of your travels. Cost

Base fare for buses or trains is $1.50 each way. Day passes are available for $5 and save you money after four boardings. Additional zone charges apply on some lines. Student Discount

Obtain an application for a college student monthly pass online at metro.net/images/CollegeID_app.pdf or from USC Transportation on campus. A student monthly pass costs $36. Timetables

The Expo Line runs from 5â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12:30 a.m. Visit metro.net for specific timetables.

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Student tickets $20. “Pay what you can” performances every Thursday night. Kirk Douglas Theatre

DINING Akasha

9543 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 845-1700 akasharestaurant.com Sustainable right down to its hempupholstered seats and organic cotton uniforms, Akasha has a large vegan menu as well as cruelty-free meats for the conscientious carnivore. Father’s Office

3229 Helms Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 736-2224 fathersoffice.com

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This crowded gastropub’s beloved burger – bleu cheese, bacon, carmelized onions and arugula – is worth the fight for a table. In-N-Out Burger

9245 W. Venice Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90034 (800) 786-1000 in-n-out.com Out-of-towners should check out the secret menu (in-n-out.com/menu/ not-so-secret-menu.aspx) for maximum enjoyment of this quintessential California burger.

Let’s Be Frank

Helms Ave. between Washington Blvd. and Venice Blvd. letsbefrankdogs.com This semi-mobile trailer makes its lunchtime residence in the Helms Bakery Complex. Pink’s may have better people-watching, but Let’s Be Frank’s juicy, organic all-beef beauties are grilled to a perfect crisp.

9820 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 (213) 628-2772 centertheatregroup.org The Culver City outpost of the Center Theatre Group specializes in smallerscale, more intimate performances.

La Cienega Station ART GALLERIES Blum & Poe

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9500 Culver Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 559-2416 pacifictheatres.com Tickets range from $9.50 to $11.75, with a $3.50 surcharge for 3D films. MUSEUMS Museum of Jurassic Technology

9341 Venice Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 836-6131 mjt.org Bizarre museum with exhibits such as cosmonaut dogs and trailer parks. Open Thursday – Sunday. SHOPPING Surfas Restaurant Supply and Gourmet Food

8777 W. Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 559-4770 surfaslosangeles.com Prepare to feed an army at this comprehensive cooking supply warehouse.

2727 S. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 836-2062 blumandpoe.com This spacious gallery, established in 2003, is one of the forerunners of the Culver City Art District. Laxart

2640 S. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 559-0166 laxart.org Remodeled industrial gallery space with an emphasis on experimental art forms. DINING Brunello Trattoria

6001 Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232 (310) 280-3856 brunello-trattoria.com Homestyle Italian trattoria at the center of the Art District.

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Combines authentic East African food, American soul food and live jazz.

This upscale Creole restaurant brings L.A. just a little closer to New Orleans.

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3055 S. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90232 (310) 837-6838 jrs-bbq.com

3622 W. Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016 (323) 731-9286

Crenshaw Fish Market

3407 Crenshaw Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016 (323) 734-6191 crenshawfish.blogspot.com Buy fresh seafood to take home or have them deep fry it Cajun-style at this historic market. Earlez Grille

3630 Crenshaw Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016 (323) 299-2867 earlezgrille.net Earlez Grille started as a hot dog cart and now grills just about everything.

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This sauce-slathered Memphis BBQ is wood-smoked over white oak, hickory and pecan.

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These Southern-style cobblers combine fresh fruit and sweet, buttery decadence. Phillips Bar-B-Que

2619 Crenshaw Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016 (323) 731-4772 This temple of meat offers hickorysmoked ribs, sliced beef and sausages — but only for takeout. THEATRES Lula Washington Dance Theatre

3773 Crenshaw Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90016 (323) 292-5852 lulawashington.org Modern dance company with an emphasis on African American culture and history.

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800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 745-0162 congaroom.com A Latin-infused night club, restaurant and live entertainment venue newly relocated to L.A. LIVE. Corkbar

403 W. 12th St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 746-0050 corkbar.com Great California wines abound at this Sonoma-inspired bar; try a happy hour (3-7 p.m.) wine flight to train your palate.

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1111 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 742-7340 staplescenter.com Hosts events and concerts by various artists. Tickets available at the Staples Center’s box office or through Ticketmaster at ticketmaster.com. Purchase group tickets at aegtickets.com. DINING El Cholo

1037 S. Flower St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 746-7750 elcholo.com This L.A. institution serves Mexican food with a homey, traditional touch. Katsuya

800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 747-9797 sbe.com/katsuya Sleek and modern sushi restaurant.

CONCERTS Club Nokia

800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 765-7000 clubnokia.com Features emerging music acts, headliners and comedy shows. Nokia Theatre

777 Chick Hearn Ct. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 763-6030 nokiatheatrelalive.com Hosts events, concerts and awards shows.

800 W. Olympic Blvd., Ste. A-180 Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 748-9700 wolfgangpuck.com Modern bar and grill cuisine, including many of Puck’s specialties.

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1011 S. Figueroa St., Suite B115 Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 222-2212 lawrysonline.com Hand-carved sandwiches and more, served quickly in a casual setting. Rivera

1050 S. Flower St. #102 Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 749-1460 riverarestaurant.com Take a high-end tour of Latin cuisine with Rivera, which has three rooms with different regional menus.

800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 745-9273 yardhouse.com American classic pub food and more than 100 varieties of draft beer. MOVIES Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE

800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 763-6070 regmovies.com A state-of-the-art cinema with 14 screens, and an 800-seat premiere theatre. Tickets $12.75. Matinees $11 (before 5:30 p.m. weekdays, 4 p.m. weekends); $11.50 for students with student ID (Sunday – Thursday); $4 surcharge for 3D films. MUSEUMS Grammy Museum

800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 765-6800 grammymuseum.org An interactive museum celebrating the history and making of music. Admission $12.95 ($11.95 with student ID). RECREATION Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge

800 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 542-4880 bowlluckystrike.com Bowling alley and restaurant. Games are $4.95 to $6.95 per person; shoe rentals are $4.95. Evenings during the weekend, hourly lane reservations are required and cost $75 per lane. Lanes open to 21 and over only after 7 p.m. SPORTS ARENAS Staples Center

1111 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 (213) 742-7-FAN (guest services) (213) 742-7340 (box office) staplescenter.com Home of Clippers basketball (nba.com/clippers), Kings hockey (lakings.com), Lakers basketball

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(nba.com/lakers) and Sparks basketball (wnba.com/sparks).

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550 S. Flower St. Los Angeles, CA 90071 (213) 892-8080 standardhotels.com/los-angeles/ restaurants-bars/rooftop-bar The panoramic view of downtown Los Angeles is especially lovely at night.

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FREE DVD RENTAL

Borrow DVDs from the L.A. Public Library

Los Angeles Public Library cardholders can borrow DVDs from the library’s vast collection for two days (or one week for documentaries). Visit lapl.org and search for the DVD you want. Click on “Place Hold.” Enter your library card number and specify the library closest to you. Be sure to return the DVD on time or a $1 per day overdue charge applies.

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Serves Italian-inspired small plates amidst the white marble and gold inlay of a former Brooks Brothers store.

630 W. 5th St. Los Angeles, CA 90071 (213) 228-7000 lapl.org

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735 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 228-8500 cpk.com

Apply for a free library card at any Los Angeles Public Library or online (www.lapl.org/about/borrower.html).

American cuisine in a classic fire station.

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Asian fusion and creative sushi rolls.

644 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 624-6996 engineco.com

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New York has its thin crust and Chicago its deep dish, but this is California pizza: creative pan-ethnic toppings on a crisp crust.

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800 W. 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 623-2288 wokcanorestaurant.com

700 S. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 802-1470 bottegalouie.com

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735 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 955-7150 figat7th.com Outdoor shopping center anchored by a City Target. Complete list of shops available on Website. Macy’s Plaza at the MCI Center

750 W. 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 624-2891 Features more than 30 shops.

Target

735 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (310) 895-1131 target.com The nearest one-stop shop for the carless.

Pershing Square Station DINING Nickel Diner

524 S. Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 623-8301 nickeldiner.com This old-school diner is famous for its maple bacon doughnut.

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The Original Pantry

515 W. 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90014 (213) 614-0737 sevengrand.la This whiskey bar evokes the feel of a hunting lodge — with none of the hunting.

California Pizza Kitchen

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630 W. 6th St. #116-A Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 614-0053 librarybarla.com

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Enjoy literature with your cocktail at this bookish bar near the central branch of the Los Angeles Public Library.

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Upscale café in the heart of the Old Bank District; try the decadent white cheddar macaroni and cheese.

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304 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 626-1893 The interior court of this historic building features prominently in the classic 1982 film Blade Runner. SHOPPING Grand Central Market

317 S. Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 624-2378 grandcentralsquare.com Historic open-air grocery market.

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501 S. Spring St. Los Angeles, California 90013 (213) 489-3703 companyofangels.org A non-profit collective that’s been “telling the stories of Los Angeles” since 1959.

Civic Center Station BARS/CLUBS The Edison

108 W. 2nd St. Los Angeles, CA 90012-1585 (213) 613-0000 edisondowntown.com Art-deco-style lounge in a former power plant. Live music most nights. Business casual dress code enforced.

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Known as “the world’s shortest railroad,” this 1901 railcar ascends from Hill St. and Grand Ave. for 25 cents.

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351 S. Hill St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 626-1901 angelsflight.org

Bradbury Building

Sai Sai

Contemporary, casual Japanese cuisine.

Angel’s Flight

Millennium Biltmore Hotel 501 S. Olive St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 624-1100 millenniumhotels.com/millenniumlosangeles/ restaurant/saiSai.html

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111 S. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (323) 850-2000 or (213) 972-7282 laphil.org lamc.org Hosts the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Master Chorale as well as many other performances. Individual and group tickets and annual subscriptions are available. Student Discounts

A limited number of tickets are available for purchase two hours before the concert. Ticket prices range from $10 to $20, cash only. Refer to the Websites for further details. DINING Daikokuya

327 E. 1st St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 626-1680 dkramen.com

The Music Center 135 N. Grand Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 972-8001 laopera.com

Popular Little Tokyo ramen restaurant. Go early – there’s usually a line.

Los Angeles’ premiere opera company performs downtown in the Dorothy Chandler Pavillion.

(213) 626-6222 moca-la.org

Student Discounts

$10 ($5 with student ID) at the Geffen Contemporary and Grand Avenue locations. Admission good for all MOCA locations on date of purchase. Free on Thursday from 5–8 p.m. Tickets available for purchase at tickets.com.

A limited number of student rush tickets are available for select performances for $20 each, cash only. Refer to the Website for details.

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656 N. Virgil Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 664-7723 theoriginalchachacha.com Caribbean-style cuisine.

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4716 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029 (323) 665-8720 This hole-in-the-wall restaurant serves sizable portions of delicious food. 3823 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 663-6885 foragela.com The produce in Forage’s brightly colored salads comes from a network of local and backyard farmers.

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Performances include plays and musicals. Tickets for show previews are $20 ($12 to $15 with student ID). Ticket prices for regular performances range from $25 to $56. Tickets can be purchased by telephone, online or at the box office two hours before showtime.

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3926 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029 (323) 644-7511 cheesestoresl.com

1650 Hillhurst Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 466-5552 bestfishtacoinensenada.com

Sells everything from cave-aged Gruyère to Sage Derby.

Baja-style fried seafood tacos.

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3902 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029 (323) 906-8660 reformschoolrules.com

1850 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 667-0062 fred62.com

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Sunset Junction Sunset Junction is a collection of shops and restaurants near the intersection of Santa Monica and Sunset boulevards where you can buy gourmet cheeses, exotic spices, craft supplies and comic books.

3922 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029 (323) 663-6173 intelligentsiacoffee.com This minimalist white-walled café is all about the coffee, among the best in Los Angeles. Pazzo Gelato

3827 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 662-1410 pazzogelato.net Offers a rainbow of Italian ice cream flavors. SHOPPING Barkeeper

3910 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029 (323) 669-1675 barkeepersilverlake.com Whether you like your martini shaken or stirred, you can find all manner of strainers, shakers and swizzle sticks here.

Fred 62

A hub for the DIY community with craft supplies, classes and art shows.

The retro-kitsch diner serves classic American recipes with an Asian or modern twist. Open 24 hours.

Secret Headquarters

Little Dom’s

3817 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 666-2228 thesecretheadquarters.com

2128 Hillhurst Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 661-0055 littledoms.com

Elegant, Victorian-styled shop selling both superhero and indie comic books.

Italian food with a New Orleans flair.

The Spice Station

1858 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 663-1178 palermorestaurant.net

3819 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 (323) 660-2565 spicestationsilverlake.com Medieval explorers sailed across oceans to find rare and exotic spices; you just have to take the train to Silverlake.

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1760 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 665-4294 thedresden.com Famous for its inclusion in Swingers and That Thing You Do and its long-running kitschy lounge duo, Marty and Elaine. Tiki Ti

4427 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 669-9381 tiki-ti.com

Palermo’s Ristorante Italiano

Italian restaurant in the New York style, right down to red-checkered tablecloths. Square One Dining

4854 Fountain Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90029 (323) 661-1109 squareonedining.com All the ingredients at this brunch spot are organic and locally sourced. Umami Burger

4655 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 669-3922 umami.com Gourmet burgers focused on the Japanese concept of the “fifth taste,” umami. MOVIES Vintage Cinemas Los Feliz 3

Enjoy a variety of tropical cocktails at this roadside tiki hut.

1822 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 664-2169

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Tickets $9.50; matinees $6.50.

Alcove Café and Bakery

Vintage Cinemas Vista Theatre

1929 Hillhurst Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 644-0100 alcovecafe.com

4473 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 660-6639

With its indulgent desserts, light cocktails and romantic patio, Alcove is a great place to end the night.

Single-screen cinema in a classic Hollywood Egyptian style. Tickets $9.50; matinees $6.50.

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Capitol Records Building Tommy’s Original Hamburgers

Hollyhock House

4800 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 644-6269 hollyhockhouse.net

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Stout Burgers and Beers

Barnsdall Art Park

4800 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 644-6269 barnsdall.org

4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 913-4688 laparks.org/dos/parks/griffithPK Five-square-mile park with numerous attractions, including: Activities

• bike rentals by the Park Ranger Station • 53-mile network of hiking trails (best hike leads from Observatory parking lot to summit of Mount Hollywood) • several picnic areas • public swimming pool • golf courses • horseback riding SHOPPING Skylight Books

1818 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 660-1175 skylightbooks.com Independent bookstore; frequently hosts authors for readings and discussions.

Hollywood/Vine Station CONCERTS The Hotel Café

1623½ N. Cahuenga Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 hotelcafe.com A small venue and bar featuring emerging artists and resident local acts. DINING Kitchen 24

1608 N. Cahuenga Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 465-2424 kitchen24.info Diner focused on fresh, organic ingredients. Open 24 hours.

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Selma Ave.

Shopping Theatres

Amoeba Music

Arclight Cinemas

W. Sunset Blvd.

Out of the Closet Thrift Store

De Longpre Ave.

Los Balcones del Peru

1360 N. Vine St. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 871-9600 Fine Peruvian cuisine with delectable ceviche. Original Tommy’s World Famous Hamburgers

5873 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 467-3792 originaltommys.com Chili burgers and fries 24 hours a day. Palm’s Thai

5900 Hollywood Blvd., Ste. B Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 462-5073 palmsthai.com Extensive Thai menu and live music, often performed by a Thai Elvis.

MOVIES Arclight Cinemas

6360 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 464-4226 arclightcinemas.com Theatre with reserved seating. Tickets range from $13.75 to $16 ($1 discount for members), with a $4 premium for 3D films. Memberships available online. THEATRES Pantages Theatre

6233 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 468-1770 broadwayla.org Hosts Broadway/L.A. shows. Tickets available at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or at the box office.

Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘n Waffles

1518 N. Gower St. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 466-7453 roscoeschickenandwaffles.com This sweet and savory combo is a popular indulgence. Stout Burgers and Beers

1544 N. Cahuenga Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 469-3801 stoutburgersandbeers.com Gourmet burgers and a rotating selection of craft beers.

SHOPPING Amoeba Music

6400 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 245-6400 amoeba.com Enormous independent record store with CDs, DVDs and vinyl in all genres. Out of the Closet Thrift Store

6210 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 467-6811 outofthecloset.org Thrift store supporting the AIDS Healthcare Foundation.

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Hilltop park with a Frank Lloyd Wright building and a city view.

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This 1921 home was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright; tours of the interior are $7. See Website for times.

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Guinness World Records Museum

6801 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 308-6300 kodaktheatre.com Features musical productions and concerts. Tickets available at Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or at the box office. DINING Mel’s Drive-In

1650 N. Highland Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 465-3111 melsdrive-in.com

6764 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 463-6433 guinnessmuseumhollywood.com Interactive exhibits exploring recordbreaking achievements. Admission

$15.95 at the box office; $12.95 online. Hollywood Wax Museum

6767 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 462-5991 hollywoodwax.com Features wax figures of celebrities.

Classic diner fare in a nostalgic ’50s atmosphere. Open 24 hours.

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Ripley’s Believe It or Not

Egyptian Theatre

6712 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 466-FILM egyptiantheatre.com Revival and arthouse films in a historic Hollywood theatre. Tickets $11 ($9 with student ID). See Website for calendar. SCampus 2012-13

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$15.95 at the box office, $12.95 online. 6780 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 466-6335 ripleys.com Features unusual and fascinating exhibits from around the world. Admission

$14.99

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Special deal

6838 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 467-7674 elcapitan.go.com

Buy a combo ticket for the Hollywood Wax Museum and Guinness World Records Museum for $17.95 or $14.95 online; throw in Ripley’s Believe It or Not and pay $37.99 for all three.

Historical theatre shows Disney films – new and old – accompanied by a live stage show. Ticket cost varies by film. Grauman’s Chinese & Chinese 6

6925 Hollywood Blvd. & 6801 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 461-3331 chinesetheatres.com Courtyard of the famous Grauman’s Theatre bears stars’ handprints, footprints and signatures. Chinese 6 is located on the same block.

SHOPPING Hollywood & Highland Center

6801 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 817-0200 hollywoodandhighland.com Full list of shops available on Website. For discounts, register online for an Elephant Card.

Hollywood Toys & Costumes

6600 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 464-4444 hollywoodtoysandcostumes.com Vast costume warehouse in the heart of Hollywood.

FURTHER AFIELD Much of L.A. is best reached on wheels, be that in a car, a bus, a cab or a Zipcar. In the following sections, organized by category, you’ll find information on some of the best restaurants, activities and services in town.

Airports LONG BEACH AIRPORT

4100 E. Donald Douglas Dr. Long Beach, CA 90808 (562) 570-2678 (562) 570-2600 (recording) Airport Code: LGB lgb.org Domestic and international flights through Alaska, Allegiant, Delta, JetBlue and US Airways. LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

1 World Way Los Angeles, CA 90045 (310) 646-5252 (310) 665-0370 TDD Airport Code: LAX lawa.org los-angeles-lax.com Served by most U.S. domestic carriers and many international airlines. Information about terminal locations, parking and ground transportation, airline information, maps, directions and flight booking are available online.

BOB HOPE AIRPORT

2627 N. Hollywood Way Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 840-8840 Airport code: BUR bobhopeairport.com Served by Alaska, Delta, JetBlue, Southwest, United Airlines and US Airways. JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT

18601 Airport Way Santa Ana, CA 92707 (949) 252-5200 Airport code: SNA ocair.com Served by Alaska, American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest, United, US Airways and WestJet.

Arts and Entertainment ART GALLERIES

See La Cienega Station and Pershing Square Station. ATTRACTIONS Aquarium of the Pacific

100 Aquarium Way Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 590-3100 aquariumofpacific.org Home to more than 500 species from Southern California/Baja, the Tropical Pacific and the Northern Pacific. Admission

$24.95 ($19 from USC Ticket Office) Hollywood Sign

Hollywood, CA hollywoodsign.org Famous Southern California landmark in the hills of Hollywood. Best places to see the sign are: • Hollywood and Highland complex • corner of Beachwood Canyon Dr. and Glen Holly St. • corner of Franklin Ave. and Gower St. • Lake Hollywood near Hollywood Reservoir (see Website for directions) Hollywood Walk of Fame

Hollywood, CA hollywoodchamber.net The world’s most famous sidewalk, with five miles of bronze stars honoring greats of motion pictures, television, radio, recording and theatre. Located on both sides of Hollywood Blvd. from Gower St. to La Brea Ave. and both sides of Vine St. from Yucca St. to Sunset Blvd. The Website lists the locations of every Walk of Fame star.

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Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Garden

5333 Zoo Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 644-4200 lazoo.org Zoo features koalas, giraffes, zebras, elephants, flamingos, gorillas, a petting zoo and more. Admission

$16; Safari Shuttle transports you through zoo for an extra $4. Santa Monica Pier

Santa Monica, CA (310) 458-8901 santamonicapier.org Pier near sandy beach. Admission to pier is free. Features the following: Carousel

(310) 394-8042 Vintage merry-go-round. Pacific Park

AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION

Airport Shuttle Services

A number of airport shuttle services can transport you to and from the airport. Prime Time Shuttle

(800) RED-VANS primetimeshuttle.com $13.50 per person to/from 1/4 mile of campus and LAX by showing your USC ID. Prime Time Shuttle is a preferred vendor for USC. Super Shuttle

(800) BLUE-VAN supershuttle.com $16 per person to/from campus and LAX for

380 Santa Monica Pier (310) 260-8744 pacpark.com

shared ride van service

Amusement park on the pier features variety of rides. Unlimited-ride wristband $21.95. See Website for coupons or to buy tickets online at discounted prices.

(866) I-FLY-LAX

Playland Arcade

350 Santa Monica Pier (310) 451-5133 Santa Monica Pier Aquarium

1600 Ocean Front Walk (310) 393-6149 healthebay.org/smpa Features interactive displays and touch tanks with tide pool animals. $5 donation suggested; $3 minimum to enter. BARS/CLUBS Barney’s Beanery

8447 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069 (323) 654-2287 barneysbeanery.com Pool games ($1.25 per game), an arcade, a full sports bar, karaoke nights and a great happy hour. Conga Room

See Pico Station. Corkbar

See Pico Station. The Dresden Restaurant

See Vermont/Sunset Station. The Edison

See Civic Center Station.

FlyAway

lawa.org/flyaway $7 each way, runs 24 hours a day. Goes from LAX to Union Station. USC buses run to both UPC and HSC. Howl at the Moon

1000 Universal Studios Blvd. Universal City, CA 91608 (818) 755-9970 howlatthemoon.com/ Piano bar centered around audience interaction. No cover charge Monday – Wednesday. Library Bar

See 7th Street Metro Station. Rage

8911 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069 (310) 652-7055 Two-level gay club with multiple bars and a different theme every night. Call for cover charge information. Seven Grand

See 7th Street Metro Station. The Standard Rooftop Bar

See 7th Street Metro Station. Tiki Ti

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

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COMEDY Question: Where can I purchase discounted movie tickets? Answer: The USC Ticket Office sells discounted movie tickets with some restrictions (not valid for special engagements or new releases) for the following theatres: AMC ($6.50, $8 unrestricted) Laemmle ($6.50) Pacific ($6.50, $8.50 if used at The Grove) Regal Cinemas ($7, $8 unrestricted) USC Ticket Office STU 100 (213) 740-GOSC usc.edu/ bus-affairs/ticketoffice

Comedy Store

8433 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90069 (323) 650-6268 thecomedystore.com

Student Rush

Stand-up comedy club for 21 and over only. Tickets may be purchased online.

The Hotel Café

Ice House

See Civic Center Station.

24 N. Mentor Ave. Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 577-1894 icehousecomedy.com Stand-up comedy shows. See Website for show times, reservation information and cover charge. Two drink minimum. Laugh Factory

8001 W. Sunset Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90046 (323) 656-1336 laughfactory.com Offers stand-up comedy. Reservations recommended. Tickets available online. Special Deals

College Night held most Thursdays at 10 p.m. Tickets are $20 ($10 with student ID). Call for reservations. CONCERTS Club Nokia

See Pico Station. El Rey Theatre

5515 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 936-6400 theelrey.com Venue features rock bands, dance club nights and special events. Tickets available online.

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available from the box office or on the Bowl’s Website once the season begins.

2700 N. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 665-5857 greektheatrela.com The outdoor theatre, located in Griffith Park, offers concerts from various artists during the late spring and summer months only. Schedule available on their Website. Tickets available at the box office or through Ticketmaster outlets, phone lines or online (ticketmaster.com). Hollywood Bowl

2301 N. Highland Ave. Hollywood, CA 90068 (323) 850-2000 hollywoodbowl.com Features mainly orchestra (Los Angeles Philharmonic) and jazz concerts during the summer months only. Tickets

Available for select Los Angeles Philharmonic performances only. See the Walt Disney Concert Hall. See Hollywood/Vine Station. L.A. Opera Largo

366 N. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048 (310) 855-0350 largo-la.com Features comedy and music acts, with several local artists in residence. Offers both a 280-seat venue and a smaller bar-and-stage room for more intimate performances. Nokia Theatre

See Pico Station. Shrine Auditorium

665 W. Jefferson Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 748-5116 shrineauditorium.com Offers events and concerts from various artists. Tickets available through Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com). Staples Center

See Pico Station. The Troubadour

9081 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069 (310) 276-6168 troubadour.com This all-ages club hosts singersongwriters and rock bands. Tickets are available through TicketFly at ticketfly.com or from the box office (on night of performance only). Walt Disney Concert Hall

See Civic Center Station. The Wiltern

3790 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010 (213) 388-1400 wiltern.com Concerts from a variety of musicians. Tickets available through Live Nation (livenation.com) or at the box office. Tickets purchased on day of show must be paid for in cash. MOVIES Arclight Cinemas

See Hollywood/Vine Station.

Citywalk Stadium 19 with IMAX

100 Universal City Plaza Universal City, CA 91608 (888) AMC-4FUN amctheatres.com Tickets are $12.50, $10.50 for matinees and $6.50 for any movies before noon. Students get $1 off on Thursday only. Add $4 for 3D, $6 for IMAX and $7 for IMAX 3D. El Capitan Theatre

See Hollywood/Highland Station. Flagship Theatres University Village 3

See Local. Grauman’s Chinese & Chinese 6

See Hollywood/Highland Station. iPic Theaters

42 Miller Alley Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 639-2260 ipictheaters.com High-end cinema with leather recliners and dinner delivered in-theatre. Tickets range from $24 to $29 and exclude the price of food and drink. Laemmle Playhouse 7

673 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 844-6500 laemmle.com Focuses on independent and international releases. Tickets $11; matinees $8. The Landmark

10850 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 281-8233 landmarktheatres.com Hosts both major and independent releases. Tickets $12.50; $9.50 matinee. Add $3 for 3D films. Naz 8 Cinemas

6440 E. South St. Lakewood, CA 90713 (562) 866-2444 naz8.com Bollywood cinema near Little India. Pacific Theatres at the Grove

189 The Grove Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 692-0829 thegrovela.com Tickets $13.75; matinees $11.50. Add $3 for 3D films. Pacific Theatres Stadium 12

See Culver City Station. Regal Cinemas L.A. LIVE

See Pico Station. Vintage Cinemas Los Feliz 3

See Vermont/Sunset Station. Vintage Cinemas Vista Theatre

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

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its architecture and gardens. Closed Monday. Admission

Free Getty Villa

17985 Pacific Coast Hwy. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (310) 440-7300 getty.edu/visit An educational center and museum dedicated to the study of the arts and cultures of ancient Greece, Rome and Etruria. Admission

Free. Advance, timed tickets are required. Refer to Website for availability. Grammy Museum

See Pico Station. Aero Theatre

1328 Montana Ave. Santa Monica, CA 90403 aerotheatre.com Hosts revival and arthouse films; see Website for calendar. Tickets $11 ($9 with student ID). The Cinefamily at the Silent Movie Theatre

611 N. Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 655-2510 cinefamily.org Shows silent and later classics, noir, music documentaries, cult cinema and a weekly series of especially bizarre films from the archives. Tickets are $10 to $12, and a monthly membership – which includes free admission to all the theatre’s screenings – costs $25. Egyptian Theatre

See Hollywood/Highland Station. Los Angeles County Museum of Art – Bing Theater

5905 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 857-6000 lacma.org/programs/ filmseriesschedule.aspx In addition to its gallery offerings, LACMA hosts periodic film series. Tickets are $10, general admission ($7 with a student ID), and include entrance to the museum galleries. New Beverly Cinema

7165 W. Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 938-4038 newbevcinema.com A revival theatre specializing in modern classics, cult or otherwise. Each night’s double feature costs $8 – cash only. The schedule is available online.

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences

oscars.org/events-exhibitions/events/index.html The Academy hosts occasional screenings in its L.A. theatres, the Samuel Goldwyn and Linwood Dunn. See the Website for a calendar. MUSEUMS Autry National Center

4700 Western Heritage Way Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 667-2000 theautry.org Features art and historical memorabilia of the American West. Closed Monday. Admission

$10 ($6 with student ID). Free second Tuesday of the month. California African American Museum

See Local. California Science Center

See Local. Chinese American Museum

425 N. Los Angeles St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 485-8567 camla.org Features exhibits on the rich culture and heritage of Chinese Americans, including contemporary arts, images and artifacts. Closed Monday. Admission

Suggested donation of $3 ($2 for students with valid ID). Getty Center

1200 Getty Center Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 440-7300 getty.edu/visit Museum houses European paintings, drawings, sculpture, illuminated manuscripts, decorative arts and European and American photographs. Noted for

Guinness World Records Museum

See Hollywood/Highland Station. Hollyhock House

See Vermont/Sunset Station. Hollywood Wax Museum

See Hollywood/Highland Station. Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens

1151 Oxford Rd. San Marino, CA 91108 (626) 405-2100 huntington.org

Answer: Several museums offer free admission every day. Others offer free admission one day during the week or month. See “Museums” or visit museumsLA.org for more information. MuseumsLA.org As a partner of the cultural Web portal, ExperienceLA, this site provides a comprehensive museum directory for 32 venues in Southern California. Current exhibit information, ticket prices, free museum days and links to each destination are included.

Features rose, bonsai, desert, Japanese and other gardens. Art galleries feature British and French art of 18th and 19th centuries, American art from the 1690s to the 1950s, and more. Library Exhibition Halls display rare books and manuscripts of Anglo-American civilization. Closed Tuesday. Admission

$15 ($10 with student ID) on weekdays; $20 ($10 with student ID) on weekends and Monday holidays. Free first Thursday of every month with advance tickets. Japanese American National Museum

369 E. 1st St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 625-0414 janm.org Features a variety of Japanese paintings, sculpture and photography. Closed Monday. Admission

$9 ($5 with student ID). Free from 5–8 p.m. Thursday and all day every third Thursday of the month. Los Angeles County Museum of Art

5905 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 857-6000 (323) 857-0098 (TDD) lacma.org LACMA’s collections feature American, African, Islamic, Asian, European and

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Latin American modern and contemporary art. Closed Wednesday. Admission

Regular admission $15 ($10 with student ID). Free on the second Tuesday of each month and on certain holiday Mondays. MOCA Pacific Design Center

8687 Melrose Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90069 Features rotating exhibitions of architecture, design and selections from MOCA’s permanent collection. Closed Monday. Museum of Contemporary Art

See Civic Center Station. Museum of Jurassic Technology

See Culver City Station. Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA)

628 Alamitos Ave. Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 437-1689 molaa.org Presents contemporary Latin American art created by artists who have lived or worked in Latin America. Closed Monday and Tuesday. Admission

$9 ($6 with student ID). Free on third Sunday of each month. ONLINE RESOURCES

Features interactive exhibits on dynamics of racism and prejudice in America and history of the Holocaust. Closed Saturday. Admission

$15.50 ($11.50 with student ID) Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County

See Local. Norton Simon Museum

411 W. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 449-6840 nortonsimon.org

THEATRES The Actors’ Gang

See Culver City Station. Center Theatre Group

See Civic Center Station. Company of Angels Theatre

See Pershing Square Station. East West Players

See Civic Center Station. Ford Amphitheatre

2580 E. Cahuenga Blvd. Hollywood, CA 90068 (323) 461-3673 fordamphitheatre.org Presents small theatre productions. Tickets available at box office or online. Student discounts available. Alternative Transportation

Features private collections of European, American and Asian artwork. Closed Tuesday.

Take Metro Red Line to Universal City and take free Ford shuttle to theatre (summer season evening performances only).

Admission

The Groundlings

$10 (free with student ID). Free first Friday of every month from 6–9 p.m.

7307 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046 (323) 934-4747 groundlings.com

Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits

5801 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 934-PAGE tarpits.org Showcases a diverse collection of Ice Age plants and animals found in tar pits. Admission

Comedy troupe improv performances. Ticket prices range from $6 to $20. Students with student I.D. receive 20% off ticket price. Kirk Douglas Theatre

See Culver City Station. Kodak Theatre

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Petersen Automotive Museum

L.A. Opera

6060 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 930-CARS petersen.org

See Civic Center Station.

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$11 ($8 with student ID). Free on first Tuesday of each month.

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Thrillist

thrillist.com Thrillist offers a daily email with reviews, news and recommendations. Los Angeles Magazine

lamag.com This monthly magazine also has a robust Website, with weekly event guides, an archive

Exhibits illustrate the evolution of automobiles. Classic cars also on display. Closed Monday. Admission

$10 ($5 with student ID) Ripley’s Believe It or Not

See Hollywood/Highland Station. Skirball Cultural Center

2701 N. Sepulveda Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 440-4500 skirball.com

Hidden Los Angeles

Multimedia installations, artifacts, photographs and sound recordings about history of Jewish people in the United States. Closed Monday.

hiddenlosangeles.com

Admission

of restaurant reviews and more.

This blog highlights lesser-known Los Angeles attractions, events and history.

$10 ($7 with student ID) for permanent collection. See Website for admission prices for special exhibits. All exhibits free on Thursday.

See Hollywood/Highland Station.

Lula Washington Dance Theatre

See Crenshaw Station. A Noise Within

3352 E. Foothill Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 356-3100 anoisewithin.org Performances in this small theatre include classic works. Ticket prices range from $34 to $46 depending on the time and day of the performance. Special Deals

“Pay what you can” previews allow patrons to purchase tickets for what they can afford ($5 suggested minimum). Tickets are sold on a first-come, firstserved basis. See Website for preview dates. Tickets for student groups of 10 or more are $16 each or $20 for Saturday evenings. Student rush tickets are also $20 at the box office one hour before the show, depending on availability. Pantages Theatre

See Hollywood/Vine Station.

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See Local.

622 N. Main St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 628-1274 lasangelitas.org

Cultural Los Angeles The Los Angeles region includes a wealth of cultural attractions just waiting to be explored. Several of the city’s ethnic neighborhoods are located close to campus and are easily accessible by bus, car, train or on foot. USC’s geography department has created an online walking tour of downtown Los Angeles (dornsife. usc.edu/geography/la_walking_tour) and provides information about the area’s history. CHINATOWN

Chinatown is a short walk from Union Station and from El Pueblo Historic Park. It is easily accessed via the Metro Red or Gold Lines. Chinatown is not only a center for Chinese culture in Los Angeles, but is also home to a burgeoning art community. L.A. Chinatown Heritage and Visitors Center

411 Bernard St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (323) 222-0856 chssc.org Docents lead one- to four-hour walking tours of Chinatown and point out locations relevant to the history of Los Angeles and Southern California. Tours cost $5 for adults ($3 with student ID). Chinese American Museum

See “Museums.” Places of Interest

The Chinatown Central Plaza (on Broadway between Bernard and College streets) includes shops and restaurants and hosts special events. The Bamboo Plaza (988 N. Hill St.) includes shops, restaurants and art galleries. Dynasty Center, a popular shopping area, is located along the 800 block of North Broadway. Links

• lachinesechamber.org – The Chinese Chamber of Commerce of Los Angeles Website lists upcoming events and an online directory of local businesses and services. • chinatownla.com – Chinatown L.A.’s site includes detailed information about Chinatown, maps and directions, current news, calendar of events and businesses serving the area.

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Experience the history of Los Angeles first hand in the El Pueblo de Los Angeles district, located directly across the street from Union Station in downtown Los Angeles. Walk through historic buildings (now turned into museums) and enjoy the colorful Mexican marketplace on Olvera Street. El Pueblo tour information is available at ci.la.ca.us/elp. The docent organization, Las Angelitas, provides free tours Tuesday – Saturday. El Pueblo is within walking distance of the Civic Center, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, the Music Center and Walt Disney Concert Hall. Olvera Street

845 N. Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 625-7074 olvera-street.com Named after the first county judge, Agustin Olvera, in 1877, Olvera Street was converted to a Mexican marketplace, including shops, galleries and restaurants, in 1930. It is the setting for holiday celebrations and Mexican-style dancing and music. Historical information about Olvera Street, El Pueblo and a community events calendar is available at calleolvera.com. Mexican Cultural Institute

125 Paseo de la Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 624-3660 Located in the Biscailuz Building (192526), the institute offers a collection of Spanish-language literature, traditional Mexican handicrafts and traditional and contemporary Mexican art in its gallery.

Koreatown Plaza

928 S. Western Ave., #300 Los Angeles, CA 90006 (213) 382-1234 koreatownplaza.com

Question: Where is the best place to find discounted theatre tickets?

The plaza offers more than 80 shops, including apparel, bookstores, gifts and specialty stores, a grocery store, restaurants and financial services.

Answer: The services listed below offer discounted tickets to a wide array of performances. See “Arts and Entertainment” for more information.

Chapman Plaza

3465 W. Sixth St. Los Angeles, CA 90020 The Chapman Plaza, located at W. Sixth St. and S. Kenmore Ave. in a 1929 Spanish Colonial revival building, was one of Los Angeles’ first drive-in shopping centers. The plaza is one of the most popular hangouts for Koreans in Los Angeles with its cafes, restaurants, billiards and karaoke parlors.

KOREATOWN

Koreatown, also known as Wilshire Center, is bounded by Western Ave., Melrose Ave., Vermont Ave. and Olympic Blvd. Landmarks include the Wiltern Theatre and the historic Bullock’s Wilshire building. For more information about the area, visit experiencela.com/ adventures/koreatown.htm. Korean Cultural Center

5505 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 936-7141 kccla.org The center offers programs about Korean culture, history and the arts. The museum is the official link between the U.S. and Korea in the field of culture and includes a book and video library.

LITTLE ETHIOPIA

Little Ethiopia is located near the Miracle Mile area of Los Angeles on Fairfax Ave. between Olympic and Pico boulevards. There are restaurants, markets, travel agencies, record stores, bakeries, and enough sources of goods and products to make Los Angeles feel a bit more like home to the city’s Ethiopian community. LITTLE INDIA

Little India is located south of USC in Artesia, and is centered around Pioneer Blvd. between 183rd and 188th streets. The neighborhood offers Indian groceries, fashion, jewelry, videos, records

Discount Ticket Sources LAStageTIX.com, an online half-price ticketing service, offers tickets to dance, theatre, music, comedy and improv performances by L.A. Stage Alliance’s 230 diverse performing arts members (lastagealliance.com). Goldstar offers reduced tickets for performing arts, film, sports and special events. Sign up for a free membership at goldstar.com and receive a weekly email announcement with events that match your interests.

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Dining

Theatre East West Players

See Civic Center Station. Online Cultural Events Calendar

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission has funded a cultural events calendar Website where Los Angeles residents and visitors can go for information about events going on in the area. You can search for events by type, including free events, by date or by area. The site, which is partly funded by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, also includes transportation options. Go to ExperienceLA.com to access this valuable resource. and sweets, a Bollywood-only cineplex and restaurants specializing in regional cuisines such as Andrha, Gujrati and Punjabi. LITTLE TOKYO

Little Tokyo is the undisputed cultural focal point for Los Angeles’ Japanese population. It is located in the downtown Los Angeles area bordered by 3rd St. on the south side, Alameda St. and Central Ave. on the east side, 1st St. on the north and Los Angeles St. on the west. The district features hotels, restaurants, a tranquil Buddhist temple, shaded Japanese gardens, Isamu Noguchi sculptures and the Japanese American National Museum. Japanese American National Museum

See “Museums.”

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244 S. San Pedro St., Ste. 505 Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 628-2725 jaccc.org The center is the preeminent presenter of Japanese, Japanese American and Asian American performing and visual arts nationally, and provides office space to a number of nonprofit cultural, educational and community-based organizations. Its Website includes a community calendar of events, festivals and information about businesses and services available in Little Tokyo.

Cold Tofu

222 S. Hewitt St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 739-4142 coldtofu.com Improvisational theatre group that promotes diverse images of Asian Pacific Americans through comedy and develops multiethnic talent through education and performance. Great Leap

1145 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 100-D Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 250-8800 greatleap.org The multicultural performing arts organization promotes cross-cultural exchange with local and nationwide audiences and presents original works in theatre, music and dance. Links

• nikkeifederation.org – Nikkei Federation is a clearinghouse of information on special events, sports leagues, clubs and social groups involving Southern California’s Japanese American community. • janet.org – The Japanese American Network encourages the exchange of information about Japanese Americans in such subjects as art, culture, community, history, news, events, social services and public policy. • japaneserestaurantinfo.com – Japanese restaurant guide. THAI TOWN

Thai Town is centered on Hollywood Blvd. between Western and Normandie avenues. As the major economic and cultural hub for the Thai community, the area includes many shops, marketplaces, bookstores and cafes. For more information about Thai Town and upcoming events, visit experiencela.com/ adventures/thaitown.htm. Thai Cultural Day

The Los Angeles Thai community celebrates Thai heritage and culture in a festival of ethnic food and entertainment in September at the Barnsdall Art Park. For more information, visit thaiculturalcenter.org. Links

• thai-la.com – Provides information about Thai restaurants and culture in Los Angeles.

Dining AMERICAN 25 Degrees

7000 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 785-7244 25degreesrestaurant.com 24-hour burger restaurant located in the historic Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. Alcove Café and Bakery

See Vermont/Sunset Station. Canter’s Deli

419 N. Fairfax Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 651-2030 cantersdeli.com Deli sandwiches and soups. Open 24 hours. Kibitz Room bar features nightly entertainment. Crenshaw Fish Market

See Crenshaw Station. Earlez Grille

See Crenshaw Station. Father’s Office

See La Cienega Station. Forage

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. Fred 62

See Vermont/Sunset Station. In-N-Out Burger

See Culver City Station. Jacks N Joe

See Local. Kitchen 24

See Hollywood/Vine Station. JR’s Barbeque

See La Cienega Station. Langer’s

704 S. Alvarado St. Los Angeles, CA 90057 (213) 483-8050 langersdeli.com This historic lunch-only deli is known for its pastrami sandwich. Lawry’s Carvery

See Pico Station. Let’s Be Frank

See Culver City Station. Mel’s Drive-In

See Hollywood/Highland Station. Nickel Diner

See Pershing Square Station. The Original Pantry

See 7th Street Metro Station. Pete’s Café and Bar

See Pershing Square Station.

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1001 N. Alameda St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 628-3781 philippes.com Famous for its French dip sandwiches. Phillips Bar-B-Que

See Crenshaw Station.

COFFEE/DESSERTS Boba Loca

See Local. Bricks and Scones

403 N. Larchmont Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 463-0811 bricksandscones.com

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

Quaint coffee shop with a no-talking study room.

Stout Burgers and Beers

Diddy Riese Cookies

See Hollywood/Vine Station.

926 Broxton Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 208-0448 diddyriese.com

Square One Dining

Togo’s

See Local. Umami Burger

See Vermont/Sunset Station. Wolfgang Puck Bar & Grill

See Pico Station. Yard House

See Pico Station. ASIAN Daikokuya

See Civic Center Station. Hodori Restaurant

1001 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90006 (213) 383-3554 hodorirestaurants.com Korean food. Open 24 hours. Katsuya

See Pico Station. Nakwon Restaurant

1001 S. Vermont Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90006 (213) 388-8889 Family-owned Korean restaurant open 24 hours. Palm’s Thai

See Hollywood/Vine Station. PHO 2000

928 S. Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90006 (213) 386-4083 pho2000.com Vietnamese food. Sai Sai Noodle Bar

See Pershing Square Station. Sushi Go 55

333 S. Alameda St., Ste 317 Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 687-0777 sushigo55.com Offers full Japanese menu and sushi. Free validated parking. Trio House

See Local. Wokcano

See 7th Street Metro Station.

Made-to-order ice cream cookie sandwiches.

Empress Pavilion

988 N. Hill St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 617-9898 empresspavilion.com High Chinese cuisine and dim sum. Validated parking in Bamboo Plaza. McCormick and Schmick’s

400 S. Hope St. Los Angeles, CA 90071 (213) 629-1929 mccormickandschmicks.com Pacific seafood grill. Great food specials during happy hour from 3-10 p.m. Monday – Friday. M Grill

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station.

3832 Wilshire Blvd., 2nd Floor Los Angeles, CA 90010 (213) 389-2770 m-grill.com

Maison du Pain

Brazilian cuisine.

Intelligentsia

5373 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90019 (323) 934-5858 lamaisondupain.net French-style bakery. Mashti Malone’s

1525 N. La Brea Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (866) 767-3423 mashtimalone.com

urthcaffe.com Downtown

451 S. Hewitt St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 797-4534

Shiro

1505 Mission St. South Pasadena, CA 91030 (626) 799-4774 restaurantshiro.com French/Japanese fusion. Closed Monday and Tuesday. INDIAN Ambala Dhaba

FAST FOOD Pink’s Hot Dogs

709 N. La Brea Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90038 (323) 931-4223 pinkshollywood.com Famous for its chili cheese dogs. Original Tommy’s World Famous Hamburgers

See Hollywood/Vine Station. FINE DINING Akasha

See Culver City Station. Engine Co. No. 28

See 7th Street Metro Station.

See “Dining” for locations and discount specifications.

Roy’s

Hawaiian fusion with a seafood focus.

Urth Caffé

Pasta Roma – save 20% on dine-in and takeout orders, or 12% on delivery.

American cuisine and steaks. Open 24 hours.

Pazzo Gelato

See Local.

El Cholo – save 50% Monday-Thursday.

1310 W. 6th St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 483-6000 pacificdiningcar.com

Gourmet ice cream with a Persian influence.

Starbucks

Answer: Several restaurants near campus offer discounts to USC students. Show your ID and save at the following eateries:

Pacific Dining Car

800 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 488-4994 roysrestaurant.com

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station.

Question: What restaurants offer student discounts?

17631 Pioneer Blvd. Artesia, CA 90701 (562) 402-7990 Offers Punjabi specialties such as goat. Bombay Palace

8690 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (310) 659-9944 bombaypalace.com Manas

See Local. Rajdhani

18525 Pioneer Blvd. Artesia, CA 90701 (562) 402-9102 Vegetarian Gujrati cuisine in Little India.

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24-HOUR RESTAURANTS

Restaurants Open All Night

When you get the munchies at midnight, it’s good to know where you can go to grab a burger, sandwich or even a steak. The follow-

7181 W. Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90046 (323) 436-7999 bossafood.com Brazilian cuisine with an Italian flare. Open until 4 a.m. Cha Cha Cha

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station.

“Dining” for location information.

Chano’s Drive-In

See Local. El Cholo

Hodori Restaurant

1121 S. Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90006 (323) 734-2773 elcholo.com

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Student Discount

Canter’s Deli Fred 62

Nakwon Restaurant

USC students with ID receive 50% discount on entrees (Monday – Thursday only).

The Original Pantry

El Gran Burrito

Mel’s Drive-In

Pacific Dining Car Tommy’s Original World Famous Hamburgers ITALIAN Bottega Louie

See 7th Street Metro Station. Brunello Tratorria

See La Cienega Station. California Pizza Kitchen

See 7th Street Metro Station. Eastside Market

1013 Alpine St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 250-2464 esmdeli.com

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ing restaurants are open 24-hours a day. Visit

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Libraries

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. El Tepeyac Café

812 N. Evergreen Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90033 (323) 267-8668

La Fonda

2501 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90057 (213) 380-5053 lafondala.com Live mariachi music. La Taquiza

See Local.

Rivera

See Pico Station.

Palermo’s Ristorante Italiano

Versailles

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

1415 S. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90034 (310) 289-0392 versaillescuban.com

Named best Italian food in Los Angeles by Los Angeles Times critic Jonathan Gold.

See Hollywood/Vine Station.

Cuban-style food.

2771 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90006 (323) 737-2970 papacristos.com Authentic Greek restaurant and grocery. Closed Monday. Shamshiri Grill

1712 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 474-1410 shamshiri.com Persian cuisine. Wurstküche

Libraries BRANCHES Central Library

See 7th Street Metro Station. Exposition Park – Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Regional

3900 S. Western Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90062 (323) 290-3113 lapl.org LIBRARY CARD

You can apply for a free library card at any Los Angeles Public Library location or online (lapl.org/about/ borrower.html).

Shopping

Cha Cha Cha

Loehmann’s

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station.

333 S. La Cienega Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048 (310) 659-0674 loehmanns.com

Industry Café and Jazz

See La Cienega Station. Kobbler King

See Crenshaw Station.

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

Papa Cristo’s Taverna

BARGAIN SHOPPING AND FLEA MARKETS

See Local.

Best Fish Taco in Ensenada

See Crenshaw Station.

SOUL FOOD

Viztango

MEXICAN/LATIN AMERICAN

Harold & Belle’s

An urban grill with a variety of sausages.

See Local.

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

11930 San Vicente Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90049 (310) 207-0127 vincentiristorante.com

Hawaiian food hidden in Little Tokyo.

La Barca

Little Dom’s

Vincenti Ristorante

410 E 2nd St. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (213) 346-9930 eatatalohacafe.com

Known for its giant burritos.

Los Balcones del Peru

See Local.

Aloha Cafe

800 E. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90013 (213) 687-4444 wurstkucherestaurant.com

This Italian deli is all that remains of Los Angeles’ erstwhile Little Italy.

Pasta Roma

OTHER

Roscoe’s House of Chicken ‘n Waffles

See Hollywood/Vine Station.

Shopping

Exploring Los Angeles

Melrose Trading Post

TJ Maxx

7850 Melrose Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90046 (323) 655-7679 melrosetradingpost.org

Baldwin Hills Plaza 3650 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90008 (323) 296-5935 tjmaxx.com

Admission

$2 Nordstrom Rack

nordstrom.com Glendale Fashion Center

227 N. Glendale Ave. Glendale, CA 91206 (818) 240-2404 Promenade at Howard Hughes Center

6081 Center Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90045 (310) 641-4046

BOOKS AND MUSIC Amoeba Music

See Hollywood/Vine Station. Barnes & Noble

The Grove 189 The Grove Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 525-0270 bn.com Secret Headquarters

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. Skylight Books

See Vermont/Sunset Station.

Pasadena City College Flea Market

Vroman’s Bookstore

1570 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 585-7906 pasadena.edu/fleamarket

695 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 449-5320 vromansbookstore.com

Collectibles, high-end antiques and rummage sale type items. See Website for market dates.

Southern California’s oldest and largest independent bookstore.

Rose Bowl Flea Market

1001 Rose Bowl Dr. Pasadena, CA 91103 (323) 560-7469 rgcshows.com Antiques and collectibles, vintage clothing and new merchandise from more than 2,500 vendors. For more information click on “Rose Bowl Flea Market” at Website above. Admission

$8 general (9 a.m.-3 p.m.); $10 express (8-9 a.m.); $15 early (7-8 a.m.); $20 VIP (5-7 a.m.) Ross Dress for Less

4360 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90037 (323) 238-0129 rossstores.com Santa Monica Outdoor Antique Market

Airport Avenue off of S. Bundy Drive Los Angeles, CA 90405 (323) 933-2511 santamonicaairportantiquemarket.com

DISCOUNT STORES

Radio Shack

University Village 3221 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 746-4850 radioshack.com

Costco Wholesale

costco.com

FURNITURE STORES

Inglewood

Ikea

3560 W. Century Blvd. Inglewood, CA 90303 (310) 242-2777

ikea-usa.com

Los Feliz

2901 Los Feliz Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90039 (323) 644-5201

Burbank

600 N. San Fernando Blvd. Burbank, CA 91502 (818) 842-IKEA Carson

Wholesale store; membership required. Details available on Website.

20700 S. Avalon Blvd. Carson, CA 90746 (310) 527-IKEA

Out of the Closet Thrift Store

StudentMarket.com

See Hollywood/Vine Station.

(888) STUFF-4U studentmarket.com

Smart and Final

See Local. Target

See 7th Street Metro Station. ELECTRONIC STORES Best Buy

Quality furniture and accent pieces, jewelry, books and clothes. Open the first and fourth Sunday of each month.

1015 N. La Brea Ave. West Hollywood, CA 90038 (323) 883-0219 bestbuy.com

Admission

Fry’s Electronics

First Sunday: $4; fourth Sunday: $5 general (8 a.m. - 3 p.m.), $7 early bird (6-8 a.m.).

2311 N. Hollywood Way Burbank, CA 91505 (818) 526-8100 frys.com

GROCERY AND CONVENIENCE STORES The Cheese Store of Silverlake

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. Farmers Market

6333 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 933-9211 or (866) 993-9211 farmersmarketla.com Historic farmers market located at the Grove. Fresh and Easy

See Local. Grand Central Market

See Pershing Square Station.

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Ralphs

See Local. The Spice Station

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. Surfas Restaurant Supply and Gourmet Food

See Culver City Station. Trader Joe’s

See Culver City Station. Vons

3461 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90020 (213) 384-6552 vons.com Open 24 hours. 7-Eleven

See Local. Superior Grocers

See Local. Whole Foods Market

6350 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 964-6800 wholefoods.com MISCELLANEOUS Barkeeper

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. ReForm School

See Vermont/Santa Monica Station. Hollywood Toys and Costumes

See Hollywood/Highland Station.

Hollywood Galaxy Mall 7021 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90028 (323) 461-0489 dswshoes.com Famous Footwear

Westfield Eagle Rock 2700 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock, CA 90041 (323) 344-9502 famousfootwear.com Payless Shoe Source

See Local. SHOPPING CENTERS Beverly Center

8500 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048 (310) 854-0070 beverlycenter.com Website features a full list of shops and special deals. Fig at 7th

Los Angeles, CA (213) 488-1153 fashiondistrict.org Stores offering discounted clothing in downtown Los Angeles. District spans blocks between Broadway, Washington Blvd., San Pedro St. and 5th St. Request free map guide from their Website by clicking on “Map and Directions.” Santee Alley

Santee St., Maple Ave., Olympic Blvd. and 13th St. Los Angeles, CA 90015 Great place in the Fashion District for clothing bargains and designer imposters. Alternative Transportation

Take Metro Red Line or the DASH D and E lines, which run through the center of the Fashion District. Rodeo Drive

Rodeo Dr. between Wilshire and Santa Monica boulevards Beverly Hills, CA rodeodrive-bh.com

See 7th Street Metro Station.

High-priced designer shops.

Glendale Galleria

Third Street Promenade

100 W. Broadway Glendale, CA 91210 (818) 246-6737 glendalegalleria.com

Santa Monica, CA downtownsm.com

See Website for full list of shops. The Grove

Shops, restaurants and people watching. See Website for a list of stores. SPORTING GOODS AND RENTALS Lion’s Bike Shop

List of shops can be found on Website.

Bicycle retail and repair.

Cabazon Outlets

Hollywood and Highland Center

REI

48750 Seminole Dr. Cabazon, CA 92230 (951) 922-3000 cabazonoutlet.com

See Hollywood/Highland Station.

402 Santa Monica Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 90401 (310) 458-4370 rei.com

A list of shops for each of the outlets listed below is available online at outletsonline.com.

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Fashion District

189 The Grove Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 900-8080 or (888) 315-8883 thegrovela.com

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Camarillo Premium Outlets

740 E. Ventura Blvd. Camarillo, CA 93010 (805) 445-8520 premiumoutlets.com Citadel Factory Stores

100 Citadel Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90040 (323) 888-1724 citadeloutlets.com Desert Hills Premium Outlets

48400 Seminole Dr. Cabazon, CA 92230 (951) 849-6641 premiumoutlets.com Ontario Mills

One Mills Cir. Ontario, CA 91764 (909) 484-8300

Macy’s Plaza at the MCI Center

See 7th Street Metro Station. Santa Monica Place

395 Santa Monica Place Santa Monica, CA 90401 (310) 260-8333 santamonicaplace.com A three-story open-air shopping mall just two blocks from the pier. SHOPPING DISTRICTS Melrose Avenue

West Hollywood, CA 90046 Shops on Melrose Avenue between San Vicente Blvd. and La Brea Ave. Montana Avenue

Santa Monica, CA 90403 montanaave.com High-end clothing boutiques stretch from 7th to 17th streets.

1387 W. 29th St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (323) 733-2791

Sporting goods retailer. Camping equipment and rentals. Sport Chalet

11801 W. Olympic Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90064 (310) 235-2847 sportchalet.com Sporting goods retailer. Scuba, camping, ski and snowboard rentals. Val Surf

4810 Whitsett Ave. Valley Village, CA 91607 (818) 769-6977 valsurf.com Snowboard, ski, wakeboard, wake skates, bodyboard and surfboard retailer and rental shop.

Sports and Recreation

VIDEO RENTALS

HOME DEPOT CENTER

Blockbuster Video

18400 Avalon Blvd. Carson, CA 90746 (310) 630-2020 homedepotcenter.com

677 S. La Brea Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90036 (323) 936-7122 blockbuster.com Offers in-store and mail DVD and video game rentals. See Website for details. Netflix

netflix.com Offers mail DVD rental service. See Website for details. Perfect Video

See Local. Redbox

redbox.com Offers DVD rental service from selfservice kiosks. See Website for kiosk locations.

Sporting Event Venues HONDA CENTER

2695 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806 (714) 704-2500 hondacenter.com Home of the Anaheim Ducks (ducks.nhl.com). Tickets

Available at the box office or through Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com). Special deals

AAA members receive discounts on Ducks tickets purchased at box office. DODGER STADIUM

1000 Elysian Park Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90012 (323) 224-1365 Home of Los Angeles Dodgers (dodgers.mlb.com). Tickets

Available at the above Website, the Advance Ticket office in Lot P or the Dodger ticket order line at (866) DODGERS. ANGEL STADIUM OF ANAHEIM

2000 Gene Autry Way Anaheim, CA 92806 (714) 940-2000 Home of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim (losangeles.angels.mlb.com). Tickets

Available through the Website above, Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com) or from the stadium box office on Orangewood Ave.

Exploring Los Angeles

Home of Los Angeles Galaxy soccer team (lagalaxy.com), Chivas USA soccer team (chivas.usa.mlsnet.com) the U.S. Soccer Federation (ussoccer.com) and the U.S. Tennis Association (usta.com). Center includes a soccer stadium, tennis stadium, ADT Event Center for bicycling competitions, track and field, and a baseball and softball center. Sporting event schedules can be viewed on the Website. Tickets

Available through Ticketmaster (ticketmaster.com). STAPLES CENTER

See Pico Station.

Sports and Recreation BEACHES

For a guide to local beaches, see beaches.co.la.ca.us. Cabrillo Beach

3720 Stephen M. White Dr. San Pedro, CA 90731 Popular for swimming, surfing, scuba diving and volleyball. Watch grunions bury eggs in sand March – August. Bonfires permitted in fire rings only. Open 5 a.m. – 10 p.m. Malibu Beach

23050 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu, CA 90265 Sandy beach near beach resorts. Open 6 a.m. to dusk. Venice Beach

3100 to 2700 Ocean Front Walk Venice, CA 90291 laparks.org/venice/venice.htm Three-mile sandy beach, street performers, people watching and funky shops. Bike or rollerblade along bike path. Open 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Zuma Beach

30000 Pacific Coast Hwy. Malibu, CA 90265 Sandy beach with volleyball nets and playgrounds. Open 6 a.m. – 8 p.m. BIKING Paths and Trails

There are bike paths in parks, along rivers, beaches and lakesides. For more information, visit labikepaths.com or mountainbikebill.com.

BOWLING Lucky Strike Lanes and Lounge

See Pico Station. Midtown Lanes

4645 Venice Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90019 (323) 933-7171 amf.com/midtownlanes Bowling alley. Games are $4.45 to $5.70 per person; shoe rentals $4.85. Pickwick Bowl

1001 W. Riverside Dr. Burbank, CA 91506 (818) 845-5300 pickwickgardens.com Bowling costs $3 to $6 per game; shoe rentals $3 to $4. CAMPING

Visit socalcamping.com for information about camping in Southern California. The site includes campground locations, maps, weather forecasts and road conditions, hiking trails and outdoor recreation opportunities. To reserve a campsite or purchase a day pass for recreation venues, visit recreation.gov. For information about California State Parks, visit parks.ca.gov or gorp.com. Angeles National Forest

fs.usda.gov/angeles Provides a wealth of recreation opportunities, over 110 camping and picnicking sites and more than 500 miles of hiking trails.

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San Bernardino National Forest

fs.usda.gov/sbnf Forest provides mountain lakes, challenging trails and beautiful views of the valley below. Santa Monica Mountains

National Park Service Visitor Center 401 W. Hillcrest Dr. Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 (805) 370-2301 nps.gov/samo The 153,075-acre national park runs for 46 miles from the Hollywood Bowl to Point Mugu and from the Santa Monica Pier past Malibu. Sierra National Forest

fs.usda.gov/sierra Provides abundant fish and wildlife, varied mountain flora and fauna and numerous recreational opportunities. For campground reservations (recommended from Memorial Day through Labor Day) call (559) 297-0706 or visit recreation.gov. GOLF Griffith Park

4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90027 (323) 913-4688 laparks.org/dos/parks/griffithPK Golf courses include Harding Municipal Golf Course, 18-hole, (323) 663-2555; Los Feliz Municipal Golf Course, special course, (323) 663-7758; Roosevelt Municipal Golf Course, nine-hole, (323) 665-2011; and Wilson Municipal Golf Course, 18-hole, (323) 663-2555.

AMUSEMENT PARK DISCOUNTS

HIKING

Visit latrails.com for a list of hiking trails. Some popular areas include Griffith Park, the San Gabriel Mountains and the Angeles National Forest (fs.usda.gov/ angeles), the Malibu coast and Santa Monica Mountains (santamonicamountains. areaparks.com), Arroyo Seco Park (arroyoseco.org) and the Pacific Crest Trail (pcta.org). Information about organized group hikes is available at lamountains.com. HORSEBACK RIDING Griffith Park Horse Rentals

480 W. Riverside Dr. Burbank, CA 91506 (818) 840-8401 griffithparkhorserental.com Horseback riding $25 per hour (cash only). Riders over 220 lbs. pay extra. Dinner ride for $75 to a Mexican restaurant and cantina available every night. Call for reservations. Sunset Ranch Hollywood

Discounted tickets are available for purchase

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(213) 740-GOSC. See usc.edu/bus-affairs/ticketoffice for prices. Aquarium of the Pacific Boomers! Disneyland/California Adventure Grammy Museum Knottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Berry Farm Legoland San Diego Zoo Sea World Six Flags Magic Mountain Universal Studios

3400 N. Beachwood Dr. Hollywood, CA 90068 (323) 469-5450 sunsetranchhollywood.com Horseback riding accompanied by an experienced wrangler â&#x20AC;&#x201C; $40 for one hour or $60 for two hours. Visit the Website for information on special evening and lunch rides. ICE SKATING Culver Ice Arena

4545 Sepulveda Blvd. Culver City, CA 90230 (310) 398-5719 culvericearena.com Ice skating admission $10.50; figure skate rentals $3 and hockey skate rentals $4.

Pasadena Ice Skating Center

300 E. Green St. Pasadena, CA 91101 (626) 578-0800 skatepasadena.com Ice skating admission $9; skate rentals $4. Special Deal

Free skate rental on Sunday from 9:3011:45 a.m. and Thursday from 7:309:30 p.m. PARKS Barnsdall Art Park

See Vermont/Sunset Station. Griffith Park

See Vermont/Sunset Station. Mar Vista Recreation Center

11430 Woodbine Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90066 (310) 398-5982 laparks.org/dos/reccenter/facility/ marVistaRC.htm Features picnic areas, tennis courts, a soccer field, a hockey rink, baseball diamonds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, an auditorium and barbecue pits. Temescal Canyon Park

15900 Pacific Coast Hwy. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (310) 840-2187 laparks.org/dos/parks/facility/ temescalCynPk.htm Landscaped park in the Santa Monica Mountains, picnic area with barbecues and many hikes, including one to a waterfall. Will Rogers State Historic Park

1501 Will Rogers Park Rd. Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 (310) 454-8212 parks.ca.gov/willrogers Tours of ranch house, broad lawns, picnic areas, polo fields and equestrian trails. Hike to Inspiration Point for view of city.

SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING Big Bear Mountain Resorts

880 Summit Blvd. Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 (909) 866-5766 (909) 866-5841 (reservations, lift tickets and lessons) bigbearmountainresorts.com Bear Mountain

(800) BEARMTN (snow report) bearmountain.com Lift tickets are interchangeable between Snow Summit and Bear Mountain every day. Snow Summit Mountain Resort

(888) SUMMIT-1 (snow report) snowsummit.com Includes 14 lifts with beginner through advanced terrain for skiers and snowboarders. Reservations are recommended on weekends and holidays. Lake Tahoe

There are 15 ski resorts to choose from in the Lake Tahoe area. A few of the most popular are Kirkwood (kirkwood.com), Heavenly Ski Resort (skiheavenly.com) and Northstar-at-Tahoe (northstarattahoe.com). For more information on these and other Lake Tahoe ski resorts, visit laketahoeskiing.com. Mammoth Mountain

10001 Minaret Rd. Mammoth Lakes, CA 93546 (800) MAMMOTH (reservations) (888) SNOWRPT (snow report) mammothmountain.com

Transportation

Driver’s Licenses

To apply for a California driver’s license, visit the DMV office. You must bring the following with you: • original application form DL 44 (available by mail or at any DMV location) • Social Security number • birth date and legal presence verification • $31 application fee Your thumb print and a photo will be taken while in the office. A traffic laws and sign test will also be administered. See the Website for more information. Identification Cards

To apply for a California identification card, visit the DMV office. You must bring the following with you: • original application form DL 44 (available by mail or at any DMV location) • Social Security number • birth date and legal presence verification • $26 application fee Your thumbprint and a photo will be taken while in the office. See Website for more information. Appointments

For quicker service, make an appointment online. Appointments for behindthe-wheel driving tests are not available online. A separate appointment is required for each person and service. For special appointments, call (800) 777-0133. SOCIAL SECURITY

SURFING

To request a new Social Security card or file for name change, call or visit office for information.

2120 Circle Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 (424) 237-2994 campsurf.com Offers private and group surfing lessons for all skill levels. Surfing equipment is included in the lesson fees.

State Services DEPARTMENT OF MOTOR VEHICLES

3615 S. Hope St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (800) 777-0133 dmv.ca.gov

• Expo Line runs from Culver City to the edge of campus and into Downtown, where it connects with the Red/Purple Line and Blue Line. • Green Line crosses Blue Line, running east and west between Norwalk and Redondo Beach, curving south near Los Angeles International Airport. • Gold Line connects with Red Line at Union Station and runs northeast to Pasadena and southeast into East L.A. • Purple Line shares six stations with the Red Line downtown and continues to the Mid-Wilshire area. • Red Line subway meets Blue Line in Los Angeles and provides service through Downtown, between Union Station, Hollywood and the San Fernando Valley, where it meets the Orange Line transitway. Bus Stops

See Website for schedules. USC Transportation provides copies of schedules and sells monthly passes. Cost

Base fare for buses or trains $1.50 each way. Day passes are available for $5 and save you money after four boardings. Additional zone charges apply on some lines. Student Discount

Obtain an application for college student monthly pass online at metro.net/images/CollegeID_app.pdf or from USC Transportation on campus. Student monthly pass $36.

Question: How can I check the surf conditions of local beaches? Answer: The Water Coastal Monitoring Network operates Webcams along 72 miles of the Los Angeles coastline. View these Webcams at watchthewater.com.

Question: I want to take the train or bus home for winter break. How can I make reservations? Answer: Amtrak (trains) and Greyhound (buses) both have stations near USC. Call them at the numbers listed below, or visit their Websites to book a trip or for more information. Amtrak (800) USA-RAIL amtrak.com Greyhound (800) 231-2222 greyhound.com

The DASH

Mammoth’s 11,053-foot elevation is the highest of any California ski resort in California. There are 28 lifts with beginner through advanced terrain. Snowboarding also available at seven terrain parks and three pipes.

CampSurf

Exploring Los Angeles

1115 W. Adams Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (800) 772-1213 (800) 325-0778 (TTY) ssa.gov

Transportation BUSES AND TRAINS Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority

(323) 466-3876 metro.net Hours

Buses run 24 hours on major routes; otherwise service hours vary. Timetables are available on the MTA Website. Rail Destinations

• Blue Line runs north and south between Long Beach and Los Angeles.

(213) 808-2273 ladottransit.com/dash Route F runs between USC and downtown Los Angeles. Buses run every 10 minutes from 6:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and every 20 minutes from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. on weekends. See Website for additional routes. Cost

50 cents each way. CAR RENTALS

The following car rental companies serve Los Angeles International and/or Bob Hope airports. Advantage

(800) 777-5500 advantage.com Minimum age 21; up to $15 per day surcharge for ages 21-24; car restrictions also apply. Alamo

(800) GO ALAMO alamo.com Minimum age 21. Rental rates may be higher for drivers age 21-24.

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METRO TRIP PLANNER

Plan Your Trip

Visit metro.net and plan your trip to a destination on Metro. Enter your starting point and destination and either the time you want to

(800) TMOBILE t-mobile.com

Checker Cab

T-Mobile at Downtown Macy’s

(310) 300-5007 or (800) 300-5007

750 W. 7th St. Los Angeles, CA 90017 (213) 614-1812

City Cab

tination. The site plans your trip step-by-step

Independent Cab Co.

and provides stop and schedule information.

(800) 521-8294 taxi4u.com

You can also visit the Online Cultural Events

United Checker Cab

Dollar Question: I’d like to explore Los Angeles when I have free time, but I don’t want to go alone. How can I find others who share the same interests?

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T-Mobile

(800) 273-6611 beverlyhillscabco.com

(818) 252-1600 or (800) 750-4400

get to popular destinations using Metro.

Answer: Visit My People Connection at meetup.com/ mypeopleconnection. This volunteer organization coordinates events open to everyone, membership free. An online calendar allows you to search by day, event or category. The discussion board includes topics about local events and activities. You can even choose to be an event organizer and plan a visit to a gallery, dinner at an international restaurant or a hike in the local mountains.

(800) 800-3665 dollar.com Minimum age 21; $25 per day surcharge for ages 21-24. Enterprise

(800) 261-7331 enterprise.com Nearest Non-airport Location

1944 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 746-6654 Minimum age 21; $5 to $20 per day surcharge for ages 21-24 (varies with location). Thrifty

(800) THRIFTY thrifty.com Minimum age 21; $25 per day surcharge for ages 21-24. TAXIS

USC has partnered with Yellow Cab to provide alternative transportation for USC students. Yellow Cab will accept USCard for payment, tip included, to destinations within its service area. For more information call (800) USC-TAXI or visit usc.edu/bus-affairs/admin_serv/uscard_serv/ yellowcab. Fares for all Los Angeles Countylicensed taxi companies are $2.85 for first 1/9th mile; 30 cents for each additional 1/9th mile; 30 cents for each 37 seconds waiting time and/or traffic delay ($29.19 per hour). Trips originating from LAX additional $2.50. Charge for trips to/from LAX and downtown is $49. Visit taxicabsla.org for map of areas each company serves. Bell Cab

(888) BELLCAB or (888) 481-2345 bellcab.com

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leave or the time you need to get to the des-

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(877) 201-TAXI unitedcheckercab.com United Independent Taxi

(213) 483-7669 or (323) 653-5050 or (800) 822-8294 unitedtaxi.com

Verizon Wireless

(800) 922-0204 verizonwireless.com Koreatown Store

3458 Wilshire Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90010 (213) 380-2299 GAS AND ELECTRIC Sempra Energy

555 W. 5th St. Los Angeles, CA 90013-1011 (800) 427-2200 sempra.com

United Taxi of San Fernando Valley

(818) 780-1234 or (800) 290-5600 sanfernandovalley.unitedtaxi.com Yellow Cab Co.

(877) 733-3305 layellowcab.com

Utilities CABLE/SATELLITE TV Time Warner Cable

(888) TW-CABLE (24 hour customer care) timewarnercable.com/socal AT&T

(800) 288-2020 consumer.att.com DIRECTV

(888) 777-2454 directtv.com

INTERNET AT&T

(800) 288-2020 consumer.att.com EarthLink

(800) Earthlink earthlink.net Time Warner Cable

(888) TW-CABLE (24 hour customer care) timewarnercable.com/socal TELEPHONE AT&T

(800) 288-2020 consumer.att.com The Neighborhood by MCI

(888) MCI-LOCAL (local service) (800) 444-3333 (long distance service) consumer.mci.com

DISH Network Satellite TV

(888) 686-2388 (existing customers) (888) 823-4929 (new customers) dish.com CELLULAR PHONE AT&T

(888) 333-6651 consumer.att.com Sprint

(866) 866-7509 sprint.com Sprint PCS at Radio Shack

University Village 3221 S. Hoover St. Los Angeles, CA 90007 (213) 746-4850 Wireless Hookup

1511 W. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90062 (323) 292-0080

Visitor Information Center DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER

685 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles 90017 (213) 689-8822 discoverlosangeles.com Information about accommodations, dining, nightlife, shopping, things to do and transportation. Also has information about Los Angeles community, including beach cities, Downtown, Hollywood, Westside, San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley and other neighboring regions. See Website for special offers.

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SCampus provides guidance on the policies and procedures that govern the relationship of students with the university. Information in SCampus may change at the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s discretion. Please contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for more information.

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Policy Statements

University Governance As a private corporation, USC is governed by a Board of Trustees. The Board is a self-perpetuating body, electing one-fifth of its members each year for a five-year term of office. The trustees delegate certain powers to the administration of the university and serve as the ultimate decision-making body. The President is the chief administrative officer of USC. He or she carries out policies established by the trustees and, in doing so, has the power to delegate this authority to the officers of the university. The Academic Senate, Undergraduate Student Government, Graduate Student Government and the Staff Assembly serve as

consultative bodies for the president and the administration, preparing studies and reports and making recommendations directly to the president on matters pertinent to the functioning of the university. Students, faculty, staff and administrators serve on university committees, which also provide advice and counsel to the president and administration on a broad variety of matters related to the operation of the university. Nominations for membership are made usually during the spring semester. Appointments are made by the President of the university. Information and applications for committee membership are available in the

Undergraduate Student Government office, Ronald Tutor Campus Center 224, (213) 7405620, or the Graduate Student Government office, Ronald Tutor Campus Center 224, (213) 740-5649. Departmental and divisional committees and councils exist in many academic units. Information is available through each particular office. In addition, many of the nonacademic offices on campus, such as the Student Health Center, have organized student advisory boards to voice opinions and participate in program development. The appropriate office or department should be contacted for this information.

The responsibility is to understand the spectrum of viewpoints on an issue, and, equally, to be actively involved in the solution of the problems these issues delineate. The university must, therefore, provide an optimal learning environment, and all members of the university community have a responsibility to provide and maintain an atmosphere of free inquiry and expression. The relationship of the individual to this community involves these principles:

benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, training, education, tuition assistance and other programs.

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WHEREAS, the University of Southern California, like other independent and private universities, is financed primarily by charitable contributions and grants as well as by tuition, fees and contracts; and WHEREAS, as a private institution, the university admits students selectively and students who elect this university recognize that their admission and continuance is in the nature of a privilege and not a right; and WHEREAS, the powers of this corporation are exercised, its property controlled and its affairs conducted by this Board of Trustees, pursuant to the laws of the State of California, the Articles of Incorporation of the University and the by-laws of the university; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Trustees, acting through its officers, has both the right and responsibility to and hereby does affirm its final authority over the on-going institution, and nothing in the Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities or any other policy pertaining to any subject promulgated by this board shall be construed as in any way abridging the basic powers, rights and responsibilities of this board. Board of Trustees STATEMENT OF STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Preamble

Students, faculty and administrative officials at the University of Southern California, as members of the academic community, fulfill a purpose and a responsibility. The purpose is the humane and critical examination of major issues of social, political, economic, ethical and aesthetic importance which have in the past confronted, and which will in the coming years constantly confront, the society as a whole.

1. the fundamental human rights of others; 2. the rights of others based upon the nature

of the educational process; 3. the rights of the institution.

Each member of the campus has the right to organize and maintain his/her own personal life and behavior, so long as it does not violate the law or agreements voluntarily entered into and does not interfere with the rights of others or the educational process. Each member has the right to identify himself/herself as a member of the campus but has a concurrent obligation not to speak or act on behalf of the institution without authorization. Every member of the academic community shall enjoy the rights of free speech, peaceful assembly and the right of petition. I. Relationship to the Institution A. Non-discrimination

The University of Southern California complies with all laws prohibiting discrimination against students or applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or status as a disabled veteran. An otherwise qualified individual shall not be excluded from admission, employment or participation in educational programs and activities solely by reason of his/her disability or medical condition. This policy applies to all personnel actions such as recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation,

B. Student Participation in the University Government

As members of the academic community, students are free, individually and collectively, to express their views on issues of university policy and on matters of interest to the student body. The student body shall have clearly defined means to participate in the formation and application of university policy affecting academic and student affairs. The actions of the student government within the areas of its jurisdiction shall be reviewed only through orderly, prescribed procedures. Students shall maintain professional standards of discretion concerning information gained about other students and members of the academic community in the course of active participation in university affairs. C. Student Right To Be Informed

All students shall have the right of free access to statements of policy which affect the student body. The university shall have the corresponding responsibility to publish or in other ways make known, those policies which vitally affect students. D. Financial Matters

The student has a right to a full statement of tuition and fees for which he or she is liable and to be informed, as extensively as possible, how such monies are spent. Fees which students, through the student government, impose on themselves, shall be allocated by students within governmental and university policies and regulations. E. Political Activity

Students have the same rights as any individual to engage in political activity either individually or in groups. However, the university will not permit its name or emblems

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F. Utilization of Campus Facilities

The university has the responsibility to provide students the use of campus facilities according to campus regulations. The university reserves the right to prohibit individuals and groups who are not members of the campus from using its name, finances, or physical and operating facilities for commercial activities. See Facilities Policies, page 173. G. Authorized Search of University Premises

In university-controlled housing and offices, the university reserves the right to have its authorized agents or employees enter the premises to make necessary inspection for services, maintenance and repairs. Authorized agents or employees may enter the premises any time for the security of resident(s) or for other emergency reasons. II. Student/Faculty Relations

Because the university is essentially an academic community in which students and faculty are co-participants, both must conduct themselves in a manner conducive to the welfare of such a community and to the free interchange of information and ideas without which that community cannot exist. The nourishment of that sense of community bestows certain rights and responsibilities upon the members of that community. (The latest editions of the USC Catalogue, Schedule of Classes and the Faculty Handbook contain many current academic policies and procedures.) A. Rights 1. Protection of Freedom of Expression Students

shall be free to take reasoned exception to the data or view offered in any course of study and to reserve judgment about matters of opinion. 2. The Importance of Teaching Teaching plays

a primary role in the advancement of learning. Therefore, students have a legitimate concern about the nature and quality of instruction, and their evaluation of teaching shall be a criterion considered in faculty promotion and tenure. Students should know that faculty are required to meet with their classes as part of their academic responsibility (see Faculty Handbook). Freedom to teach and to learn implies that faculty members have the right to determine the specific content of their courses, within the established course definitions, and the responsibility not to depart significantly from their areas of

competence or to divert significant time to material extraneous to the subject matter of their courses.

interests. They shall be free to organize and join campus associations to promote their common interests.

3. Protection Against Improper Evaluation

A. Freedom of Inquiry and Expression 1. Students and student organizations shall

Students shall have protection through orderly procedures against prejudiced or capricious academic evaluation. The method of grading by professors shall be made known to students. Students can expect that faculty will be willing to explain and discuss any grade, and students have the right to appeal any grade. (See Disputed Academic Evaluation Procedures in this guidebook and the Faculty Handbook.) 4. Protection Against Improper Disclosure

Information about studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; views, beliefs, political associations, performance and character, which professors and administrators acquire in the course of their work as instructors, advisers and counselors shall be held in confidence. 5. Assurance of Accessibility Because the inter-

change of ideas between student and professor is of the utmost importance, and because such interchanges are often most productive informally, the university shall provide for student access to members of the faculty in appropriate settings outside the classroom. B. Responsibilities 1. Freedom of Expression As students are free

to take reasoned exception to the data or views offered in any course of study, so students are expected to respect the intellectual views of faculty and the reasoned process of academic debate. 2. The Importance of Teaching As faculty are

required to meet with their classes, students are expected to attend classes and to observe courtesy toward their instructors and their fellow students. 3. Standard of Performance Students share

responsibility for maintaining standards of academic performance and classroom conduct conducive to the learning process. It is the responsibility of the student to uphold the academic integrity of the university. Cheating on examinations, plagiarism, improper acknowledgment of sources in essays, and the use of a single essay in more than one course are considered very serious offenses and shall be grounds for disciplinary action. (See Faculty Handbook and the University Student Conduct Code, listed on page 138 of this guidebook.) 4. Student Participation in Faculty Evaluation

In faculty evaluation, students have the responsibility to perform such evaluation according to academic criteria and not on the basis of opinions or conduct in matters unrelated to academic performance. III. Student Affairs

As members of the academic community, students bring to the campus a variety of

be free to examine and discuss all questions of interest to them and to express opinions publicly and privately. They shall be free to support causes by all orderly means which do not disrupt the regular and essential operations and activities of the university, since such disruption violates the responsible exercise of free inquiry and expression. Students and student organizations shall make it clear to the academic and larger communities that in their public expressions they speak only for themselves. 2. Students believing that their right to

freedom of inquiry and expression has been abridged may present the issue to the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. (See Policy on Free Expression and Dissent.) 3. The distribution of literature is an inte-

gral part of expression and of support for a cause. Rules governing such distribution shall ensure the maximum degree of freedom which is consistent with the regular and orderly operations of the university and the rights of students. (See Advertising, Promotion and Literature Distribution Policies.) B. Student Participation in Student Governments

The Undergraduate Student Government and the Graduate Student Government are the official representative student governments of the University of Southern California with power to make studies, reports and recommendations to the President of the university in any and all matters pertaining to the well-being of the student body. The role of the student government within the areas of its jurisdiction shall be reviewed by the university administration only through orderly procedures and channels. C. Student Publications

The university shall provide editorial freedom for student publications to maintain their integrity as vehicles for free inquiry and free expression in the academic community. The editorial freedom of student editors and managers entails a responsibility to abide by the canons of responsible journalism. Libel, indecency, undocumented allegations, attacks on personal integrity and the techniques of harassment and innuendo shall be considered violation of those canons. As safeguards for the editorial freedom of student publications, the following provisions are guaranteed: 1. The student press shall be free of censor-

ship and advance copy approval, and its editors and managers shall be free to develop their own editorial policies and patterns of news coverage.

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to be used by any person in connection with a campaign, or its campus, facilities or equipment to be used for campaign activities. Nothing in this policy statement is intended to prohibit candidates or others from making public addresses on campus pursuant to campus policies and procedures or the traditional activities of recognized campus organizations.

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2. All university-published and/or -financed

student publications shall state explicitly on the editorial page that the opinions expressed are not those of the university or its student body as a whole. 3. Editors and managers of student pub-

lications shall be protected from arbitrary suspension and removal because of student, faculty, administrative or public disapproval of editorial policy or content. Only for proper and stated causes can editors be subject to removal, and then by orderly and prescribed procedures. D. Freedom of Association 1. The university has the right to recognize

student organizations and to withdraw recognition for failure to abide by campus regulations and federal, state and municipal laws and regulations. 2. Student organizations shall be allowed to

invite and to hear any person of their choosing in accordance with recognized university speakers procedures required by the university before the guest speaker is invited to appear on campus. Such procedures shall be designed only to ensure that there is orderly scheduling of facilities and adequate preparation for the event. Control of campus facilities shall not be used as a device of censorship. Sponsoring organizations shall make clear to the academic and larger communities

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that sponsorship of guest speakers does not imply approval or endorsement of the views presented, either by the sponsoring group or the university. 3. The membership, policies and action of a

student organization shall be determined by a vote of only those persons who are bona fide members of the university community and of that organization. 4. Students shall have a voice in determin-

ing policy pertaining to the recognition and discipline procedures which affect student organizations. Approval or disapproval of any application for recognition of a student organization shall rest with a body which has adequate student representation.

7. Campus organizations, including those

affiliated with an extramural organization, shall be open to all students without respect to race, color, disability, sexual orientation, religion, sex, national origin, age or status as a disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, except for those religious qualifications which may be specified by organizations whose aims are primarily sectarian. (Consult the Office of the Vice President, Student Affairs, for the provisions of Title VI and IX.) 8. Student organizations capable of maintain-

shall not of itself disqualify a student organization from university recognition.

ing financial autonomy shall be allowed to do so. Provision by the university for handling budgets and accounts, banking and other financial services shall in no way indicate a prerogative on the part of the university to control funds, except through prescribed procedures designed to redress justified grievances or uphold university regulations.

6. When student organizations are encour-

9. Student organizations, in consultation

aged to have advisers, or when campus advisers are required, each organization shall be free to choose its own adviser. Institutional recognition shall not be withheld or withdrawn solely because of the inability of a student organization to obtain an adviser. Campus advisers may advise organizations in carrying out their responsibilities, but they shall not have the authority to control the policies or finances of such organizations.

and coordination with the university, may publicize their events and solicit participation in them from the university and outside community. (Portions of this section excerpted from Joint Statement on Rights and Freedoms of Students)

5. Affiliation with an extramural organization

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Students are expected to make themselves aware of and abide by the university community’s standards of behavior as articulated in the Student Conduct Code and in related policy statements. Students accept the rights and responsibilities of membership in the USC community when they are admitted to the university. In the university, as elsewhere, ignorance is not an acceptable justification for violating community standards. Lack of intent or awareness of university standards normally will not be accepted as excuses for violations and will normally receive the same consequences as deliberate violations. Because the functions of a university depend on honesty and integrity among its members, the university expects from its students a higher standard of conduct than the minimum required to avoid disciplinary action. Likewise, while many of the university’s standards of conduct parallel the laws of society in general, university standards also may be set higher and more stringently than those found elsewhere in society.

10.05 DISCIPLINARY AUTHORITY

10.10 BASIC PRINCIPLES

The powers of the university are exercised, its property controlled and its affairs conducted by the Board of Trustees. Responsibility for the administration of these affairs is delegated by the board to various officers of the university, as stipulated in the corporate bylaws; the enforcement of all rules and regulations is the specific duty of the university president. The President, in turn, delegates the authority to the Vice President for Student Affairs to establish and hold student conduct review proceedings that will ensure the proper administration of the university’s rules and regulations. The Vice President for Student Affairs has delegated this responsibility to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. In exceptional circumstances, where imminent harm may result to persons or property within the university community, the Vice President for Student Affairs may modify procedures outlined under the Conduct Review System (see section 12). Student procedural rights and review procedures are articulated in sections 12.30 and 12.40 of the Student Conduct Code.

The Relationship of Discipline to the Purpose of the University

The University of Southern California is primarily an academic community. As such, the university seeks to maintain an optimal learning environment. To achieve this objective, the university exercises certain disciplinary and discretionary powers. It protects its educational environment by establishing and maintaining standards of conduct for its students as individuals and as groups. These standards reflect the very nature of an academic community and the need to preserve an effective educational environment. Activities of students may result in violation of law, and students who violate the law may incur penalties prescribed by civil authorities. However, the university reserves the right to review such incidents independent of action by civil authorities, recognizing that the university’s authority and its disciplinary process serve its educational mission and interest, a function separate from action by civil authorities. The university’s function with reference to student conduct differs from the community’s function in method as well as scope. Recognizing its role in developing a sense of responsibility in students, the university

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uses admonition, example, counseling and guidance in addition to formal disciplinary proceedings. Every USC student is presumed to have sufficient maturity, intelligence and concern for the rights of others to help maintain the standards of the academic community. When a student’s behavior demonstrates otherwise, the university will consider disciplinary action as appropriate.

of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards within one year of discovery of the alleged violation. Cases involving academic or sexual misconduct may be reported at any time. Any action pending within the Student Conduct process does not relieve the student from any financial obligations to the university.

Conditions for Review A. Definition of a Student:

University jurisdiction and discipline shall be limited to conduct which occurs on university premises or within the university community, is associated with university sponsored or related activities, or which adversely affects the university community and/or the pursuit of its objectives.

For the purpose of university rules and regulations, a student is defined as one who: 1. is currently enrolled in university classes

or in one of the university’s degree or nondegree programs, 2. has completed the immediately preceding

semester and/or is enrolled for the next scheduled semester, 3. is officially representing the university

during a period between regular academic semesters, or 4. is not officially enrolled for a particular

semester, but who has a continuing relationship with the university. An individual may be reviewed under this code if an allegation of academic integrity violation is made after the student has left the university and a degree has been granted. B. Definition of a Student Organization:

A student organization is defined as one which has satisfied the administrative procedures for recognition as prescribed in this guidebook (page 168) or which is functioning within the university community in the capacity of a student organization. C. Timeliness:

Generally, a matter will be reviewed only when a report has been filed with the Office

D. Jurisdiction:

E. Standard of Proof:

The burden of proof shall at all times rest upon the complainant. The standards of proof for deciding against the accused student shall be such evidence that, when weighed against that opposed to it, has the more convincing force and the greater probability of truth. F. Status of Students Pending Final Student Conduct Adjudication:

The status of a student in most cases will not be altered and disciplinary sanctions are not initiated until completion of an initial review or an appeal, if any. Interim action may be initiated by the President of the university, by the Vice President for Student Affairs, or the designee of either, whenever there is evidence that a student or organization poses a substantial threat to the safety or well-being of members of the university community, to property within the university community or poses a continuing threat of disruption or interference to normal university life or functions. Administrative holds affecting registration transactions, posting of degree and a student’s ability to acquire copies of his/her transcript may be placed when students fail to fulfill

terms of their disciplinary obligations. Such situations may include failure to respond to a written notice indicating a required appointment with a designated university disciplinary official and failure to complete disciplinary sanctions by an established deadline. This restriction normally will remain in effect until disciplinary obligations are met or adjudication of the matter is complete. Students placed on disciplinary probation or deferred suspension may continue to participate in university activities unless specific sanctions or other campus and organizational rules or regulations restrict such participation. When the outcome of a disciplinary action is suspension from the university, a restriction will be placed prohibiting the student from performing any registration transactions during the period of suspension. The restriction will not be removed, and the student will not be allowed to perform registration transactions, until the stated period of suspension has expired and all disciplinary obligations are met. Revised March 2012. Expectations for Students’ Conduct

The general principles set forth here and behaviors which are described in Section 11.00 are intended to provide clear guidelines for students as to what is expected of them as members of the university community, and as to the kind of unacceptable behavior that may result in university disciplinary action. Principles of Community

See Principles of Community, page 29, in the Getting Started section. Revised April 2007. Code of Ethics

See Code of Ethics of the University of Southern California, page 29, in the Getting Started section.

SUMMARY OF NONACADEMIC REVIEW PROCESS 1. A written report regarding an alleged viola-

tion of the Student Conduct Code is received by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards from the USC Department of Public Safety, a faculty member or a staff member of the university community. 2. The director will evaluate reports to deter-

mine whether there is sufficient information to proceed with the student conduct process. 3. The Office of Student Judicial Affairs and

Community Standards sends written notification of the complaint to the student. 4. The student must meet with a designated

review officer from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards to review the complaint and allegation.

a. The student may accept a Voluntary Administrative Review by not disputing the allegation, waiving the right to a further review and accepting the findings of the hearing officer or body. The Administrative Review is completed through a written form signed by both the student and an Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards staff member. b. The student may deny the allegation. A Summary Administrative Review may be conducted by a designated review officer or the matter may be referred to a review panel, as appropriate. If the student is referred to a review panel, a review officer will arrange the date, time and place for the review, send a letter of notice to the student and convene a panel review according to the written notice provided to the student.

c. The case may be dismissed by the review officer. 5. Sanctions which may be assessed include

but are not limited to: warning, disciplinary probation, service, educational classes, restitution, removal from university housing, loss of specific privileges, suspension and/or expulsion. 6. The decision from the review may be

appealed within 10 business days of receipt of the written decision. 7. For certain cases or when it is determined

that a student is responsible for a violation of university standards by any of the above processes, a conduct record of the matter will be maintained in a confidential student file by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs

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and Community Standards for up to seven years. Expulsion, suspension, revocation of admission or degree will result in permanent student conduct files.* SUMMARY OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY REVIEW PROCESS 1. The instructor believes that an academic

integrity violation has occurred. 2. a. The instructor or university official

makes a reasonable attempt to meet with the student and discuss the incident. b. The instructor or university official forwards a report of the alleged violation to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. 3. The Office of Student Judicial Affairs and

Community Standards sends written notification of the complaint to the student with a copy to the reporting party and the academic unit. a. If further review is not required, the student will be notified of the opportunity to meet with a review officer from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. Further review of the matter may be requested by the student. If the student does not request further review, then the proposed sanctions will be applied.

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b. If further review is necessary (e.g., because additional sanctions are recommended or because further review is requested), the student must meet with a review officer from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. The student then may: i. accept a Voluntary Administrative Review by not disputing the allegation, waiving the right for further review and accepting the findings of the hearing officer or body. The Administrative Review is completed through a written form signed by both the student and review officer. ii. deny the allegation and request further review of the matter. A Summary Administrative Review may be conducted by a designated review officer or the matter may be referred to a review panel, as appropriate. If the student is referred to a review panel, a review officer will arrange a date, time and place for the review, send a letter of notice to the student and convene a panel for review according to the written notice provided to the student. 4. Sanctions which may be assessed include

but are not limited to: grade sanctions (e.g., “F” in course) and dismissal from the academic department. In addition, sanctions of suspension or expulsion from the university may be assessed through a review process when requested by the instructor, requested

by the academic or administrative unit in which the violation occurred or when indicated by university standards (such as the seriousness of the misconduct or the existence of previous academic violations by the student). See Appendix A. 5. The decision from the review may be

appealed within 10 business days of receipt of the written decision. 6. When it is determined that the student

is responsible for a violation of university standards by any of the above processes, a disciplinary record of the matter will be maintained in a confidential student file by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards for up to seven years. Expulsion, suspension, revocation of admission or degree will result in permanent student conduct files. *This information summarizes extensive materials from the Student Conduct Code. Readers should note that this summary is not authoritative in speaking to issues of review process. Sections 12, 13, 14 and 15 of the code should be consulted. The Student Conduct Code articulates violations that are most common and readily identifiable. Conduct violating university community standards that is not specifically mentioned may still be subject to disciplinary action. Revised March 2011.

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General principles of academic integrity include and incorporate the concept of respect for the intellectual property of others, the expectation that individual work will be submitted unless otherwise allowed by an instructor, and the obligations both to protect one’s own academic work from misuse by others as well as to avoid using another’s work as one’s own. All students are expected to understand and abide by these principles. Faculty members may include additional classroom and assignment policies, as articulated on their syllabus. The following are examples of violations of these and other university standards. 11.11 A. The submission of material authored

by another person but represented as the student’s own work, whether that material is paraphrased or copied in verbatim or nearverbatim form. B. The submission of material subjected

to editorial revision by another person that results in substantive changes in content or major alteration of writing style.

C. Improper acknowledgment of sources in

essays or papers. Note: Culpability is not diminished when plagiarism occurs in drafts which are not the final version. Also, if any material is prepared or submitted by another person on the student’s behalf, the student is expected to proofread the results and is responsible for all particulars of the final draft. 11.12 A. Acquisition of term papers or other assign-

ments from any source and the subsequent presentation of those materials as the student’s own work, or providing term papers or assignments that another student submits as his/her own work. B. Distribution or use of notes or recordings

based on university classes or lectures without the express permission of the instructor for purposes other than individual or group study. This includes, but is not limited to, providing materials for distribution by services publishing class notes. This restriction on unauthorized use applies to all information distributed or in any way displayed for use in relationship

to the class, whether obtained in class, via email, on the Internet or via any other media. 11.13 A. Any use or attempted use of external

assistance in the completion of an academic assignment and/or during an examination shall be considered academically dishonest unless expressly permitted by the instructor. The following are examples of unacceptable examination behaviors: communicating with fellow students during an exam, copying or attempting to copy material from another student’s exam; allowing another student to copy from an exam; possession or use of unauthorized notes, calculator, or other materials during exams and/or any behavior that defeats the intent of an exam or other classwork; and unauthorized removal of exam materials. B. Submission of altered work after grading

shall be considered academically dishonest, including but not limited to changing answers after an exam or assignment has been returned or submitting another’s exam as one’s own to gain credit.

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another person a solution to homework, a project or other assignments, or a copy of an exam or exam key without the knowledge and expressed consent of the instructor.

Conducting oneself in a manner that endangers the health or safety of oneself, other members or visitors within the university community or at university sponsored or related events.

Unauthorized use, possession or dissemination of alcohol in the university community or at university-sponsored activities. (Also see University Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs, page 167.)

B. Unauthorized collaboration on a project,

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homework or other assignment. Collaboration between students will be considered unauthorized unless expressly part of the assignment in question or expressly permitted by the instructor.

Unauthorized entry, presence in or use of university premises, facilities or property.

Use, possession or dissemination of illegal drugs or drug-related paraphernalia in the university community or at university-sponsored activities. (Also see University Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs, page 167.)

11.15 A. Attempting to benefit from the work of

another or attempting to hinder the work of another student. B. Any act which may jeopardize another stu-

dentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic standing. 11.16

11.34 A. Forgery, unauthorized alteration or unau-

thorized use of any university document, records, keys or instruments of identification, or of documents or records related to functions of the university. B. Unauthorized presentation of oneself as a

representative of the university for the purpose of gaining or attempting to gain privilege, convenience, goods or services.

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Behavior which disrupts or interferes with the freedom of expression of others in the university community or at university-sponsored activities. (Also see Policy on Free Expression and Dissent, page 157.) 11.43

Participation in or promotion of a disturbance of the peace or unlawful assembly in the university community or at university-sponsored activities as well as violating published USC guidelines regarding amplification equipment and noise. (Also see Policy on Free Expression and Dissent, page 157.)

Using an essay, term paper or project more than once without permission of the instructor(s).

C. Possession, manufacture or distribution of

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Falsification, alteration or misrepresentation of official or unofficial records or documents including but not limited to academic transcripts, academic documentation, letters of recommendation, and admissions applications or related documents.

Theft (or attempted theft) of property or of services within the university community; possession of stolen property regardless of origin; or misappropriation of university resources. 11.36 A. Causing physical harm to any person in

conduct in the university community or at university-sponsored activities.

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the university community or at universitysponsored activities.

B. Engaging in a lewd, indecent or obscene

Taking a course, any course work or exam for another student or allowing another individual to take a course, course work, a portion of a course or exam in oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stead. 11.19 A. Using university computer, network and

word processing systems to gain access, alter and/or use unauthorized information. B. Misuse of university computer systems or

access to those systems as articulated by the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Computing Policies (including improper downloading of material, see page 158). 11.20

Fabrication: Submitting material for lab assignments, class projects or other assignments which is wholly or partially falsified, invented or otherwise does not represent work accomplished or undertaken by the student. 11.21

Any act which gains or is intended to gain an unfair academic advantage may be considered an act of academic dishonesty. 11.31

Dishonesty, such as furnishing false information to any university official, faculty member or office. This includes, but is not limited to, furnishing false information in academic petitions or requests, financial aid documents, student employment documents, financial statements or other documents or intentionally evading university officials and/or obligations to the university.

false or altered instruments of identification within the university community.

B. Causing reasonable apprehension of harm

to any person in the university community or at university-sponsored activities.

11.44 A. Engaging in disruptive or disorderly

behavior in the university community or at university-sponsored activities. C. Encouraging or permitting others to engage

Note: Self-defense is that which reasonably appears necessary, in view of all the circumstances of the case, to prevent injury and remove oneself from the situation.

in misconduct prohibited within the university community. Failing to confront and prevent the misconduct, notify an appropriate university official of the misconduct, or remove oneself from the situation.

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Destroying, damaging or defacing the property of others, whether in the university community or at university-sponsored activities or assignments.

Initiating or causing to be initiated any false report, warning or threat, such as that of fire, explosion or other emergency in the university community or at university-sponsored activities.

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Behavior which disrupts or interferes with normal university or university-sponsored activities, including, but not limited to, study, teaching, research, officially invited speakers, university administration, public safety, or fire, police or emergency services or other authorized activity. (Also see Policy on Free Expression and Dissent, page 157.) 11.39

Failure to comply with directions of university officials acting in the performance of their duties while in the university community or at university-sponsored activities, or resisting or obstructing such university officials in the performance of their duties, including failure to carry and/or provide upon request appropriate USC student identification.

11.46 A. Misusing or damaging fire safety equip-

ment or other emergency equipment in the university community or at universitysponsored activities. B. Failure to evacuate during a fire alarm,

whether the alarm is activated falsely, as a drill, or in a genuine emergency. C. Inappropriate use of flammable substances

or equipment, or use of such items without proper authorization. 11.47 A. Unauthorized use or possession of firearms

or replicas, ammunition, explosives, knives, flammable substances or other weapons in the university community or at universitysponsored events.

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B. Unauthorized use or possession of fire-

works in the university community or at university-sponsored events. 11.48

Violating rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of bicycles, mopeds and/or vehicles, roller skates, rollerblades, scooters and skateboards in the university community property. (Also see Bicycle Policy, page 178; Motorized Scooter and Motorcycle Policy, page 180; Roller Skates, Rollerblades, Scooters, Skateboards and Other Coasting Devices Policy, page 180.) 11.49

Knowingly violating the terms of any disciplinary sanction imposed in accordance with the Student Conduct Code. This includes further violations during a period of disciplinary probation. 11.50 A. Violating regulations or policies governing

residence in university owned or administered property (e.g., rules outlined in the USC Housing Contract and Residential Education policies). B. Violating standards or policies established

for social greek letter organizations, including but not limited to the Greek Recognition Standards. C. Violating any policies, rules or regulations

of the university including but not limited to administrative rules of campus offices. D. Violating the Policy Concerning Group

Responsibility for Student Organizations (including social greek letter organizations). This policy can be found in SCampus (page 169) or from the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development and in the Office of Campus Activities. 11.51 A. Comments or actions which are individu-

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ally directed and which are harassing, intimidating or threatening or interfere with work or learning. (Also see Sexual Harassment Policy, page 162.)

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B. Photographing, filming, digitally record-

ing, streaming or attempting to capture or stream audio, video or other recordings of any individual(s) in the university community in bathrooms, showers, residences, locker rooms or other areas where there is an expectation of privacy with respect to nudity and/ or sexual activity, without the knowledge and consent of all individuals subject to such recordings. This section does not apply to surveillance or recording activities authorized by the university or law enforcement entities. 11.52

Any act chargeable as a violation of local, state or federal law may be cited as a violation of the University Student Conduct Code, whether or not charges are brought by civil authorities, when such act(s) occur on university premises, or at university sponsored

activities or events, or when such conduct adversely affects the university community and/or the pursuit of its objectives. 11.53 A. Sexual misconduct. Engaging in non-

consensual sexual conduct or lewd, indecent or obscene behavior, which is sexual in nature, within the university community or at university-sponsored activities. B. Sexual assault. Non-consensual actual or

attempted intercourse, sexual touching, fondling and/or groping. C. Rape. A sexual assault is classified as rape

when vaginal, anal or oral penetration takes place without the consent of the person penetrated. Students should understand that the following circumstances apply to any of the above listed standards or any other kind of sexual assault by an individual student or in concert with others:

• Forced sexual activity and behavior which is not consensual is defined as sexual misconduct or assault whether the assailant is a stranger or an acquaintance of the complainant; • Intoxication of the accused does not diminish his/her responsibility for a sexual misconduct or assault; • In situations where the complainant is incapable of giving consent, which includes but is not limited to when the complainant is prevented from resisting due to consumption of alcohol or drugs, the accused is responsible for misconduct if the accused sexually assaults the complainant. (See Sexual Assault Policy, page 159.) 11.54

Engaging in behavior prohibited by the Policy Against Hazing (see page 166). 11.55

Any act that intimidates or threatens a student, staff or faculty member because of his/ her intent to file, filing or proceeding with a police, USC Department of Public Safety or Student Conduct incident report or review. Note: Culpability is not diminished for acts in violation of this code that are committed under the influence of any illegal drugs or controlled substances such as alcohol. 11.80 SANCTIONS

Sanctions for violations of the university Student Conduct Code are assessed appropriately for the cited violation. Sanctions will be considered in light of students’ entire conduct records at the university and will be designed to hold students accountable for their actions and the resulting or potential consequences of such actions, to promote the educational well-being of students and to

protect the educational environment of the university and the safety of its community. All academic integrity violations will result in an academic consequence. Failure to comply with the terms of any imposed sanctions may be considered an additional violation. When a student’s enrollment is cancelled as a result of disciplinary action resulting in marks of “W” on the student’s academic transcript, the university’s policy is not to refund tuition or fees for the cancelled enrollment. One or more of the following sanctions may be imposed for violations of university regulations. 11.81

Expulsion from the University: Permanent termination of student status. A permanent notation will appear on the student’s transcript. The student will be excluded from all classes, seminars and programs; will not be allowed to participate in any university-sponsored activity; may not receive a USC degree; and is barred from university premises. If the expulsion becomes effective during a semester for which the student currently is enrolled, the student’s enrollment will be cancelled by the university resulting in marks of “W” for the enrolled courses on the student’s academic transcript. 11.82

Suspension from the University: Termination of student status for a specified but limited period of time. During the period of suspension, the student will be excluded from all classes, seminars and programs; will not be allowed to participate in any universitysponsored activities; and is barred from university premises. A restriction will be placed prohibiting the student from performing any registration transactions during the period of suspension. The restriction will not be removed, and the student will not be allowed to perform registration transactions, until the stated period of suspension has expired and all disciplinary obligations have been met. A notation will appear on the student’s academic transcript indicating the dates of suspension. Upon earning a degree from the university, the suspension notation may be omitted from the transcript at the sole discretion of the university. In some cases, suspensions may be permanently noted on the transcript. During the period of suspension, the student may not complete academic work elsewhere that may be counted toward the completion of a USC degree. Violation of the conditions of suspension, university policies or regulations during the period of suspension may be cause for further disciplinary action, usually in the form of expulsion from the university. Normally after the suspension, the student will be on disciplinary probation for a specified period of time. If the suspension becomes effective during a semester for which the student currently is enrolled, the student’s enrollment

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Interim Suspension/Action: The Vice President for Student Affairs or designee may initiate interim suspension or action against a student or organization pending disciplinary proceedings whenever there is evidence that the student or organization poses a substantial threat to the safety or well-being of members of the university community, to property within the university community or when a student or organization poses a continuing threat of disruption or interference to normal university life or functions. A student or organization subject to interim suspension or action will be given prompt written notice of the charges and the opportunity for a review within 15 days of the notice, unless a later date shall be mutually agreed upon by the accused student or organization and the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. A. Interim Suspension: Exclusion from all

classes, seminars and programs; prohibition of participation in university-sponsored activities; and exclusion from university premises. B. Interim Action: Includes, but is not limit-

ed to, exclusion from university housing or a specified portion thereof, or from other specified activities or areas of the campus as set forth in the written notice of Interim Action. 11.84

Revocation of Admission: The student loses admitted status to the university. The student may not continue enrollment or enroll for future semesters and may not receive a USC degree. Normally, revocation of admission precludes the student from the opportunity to apply to or be admitted to any program at the university in the future. A permanent notation will be made on the student’s transcript indicating that admission was revoked and the date of the action. If the revocation of admission becomes effective during a semester for which the student currently is enrolled, the student’s enrollment will be cancelled by the university resulting in marks of “W” for the enrolled courses on the student’s academic transcript. 11.85

Revocation of Degree: The student loses the right to claim the degree as earned. Posting of the degree will be removed from the student’s transcript, and a permanent notation will be made on the transcript indicating the revocation, the degree involved and the date of the action.

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Dismissal from an Academic Unit: Permanent termination of the student’s right to enroll or participate in the classes, seminars and/or programs of a specific academic unit, school or department. A. Undergraduate Students: Dismissal from

a specific undergraduate academic unit shall not prevent undergraduate students from enrolling in other university academic units. Normally after dismissal from an academic unit, the student will be on disciplinary probation for a specified period of time. B. Graduate Students: Students who have

been dismissed from a specific graduate academic unit may not enroll in other graduate programs unless they have gained formal admission to such programs.

may be required to make reimbursement to the university for property damages incurred as a result of a violation of this code. Such reimbursement may take the form of monetary payment or appropriate service to repair or otherwise compensate for damages. Restitution may be assigned for minor damage to the property of individuals or groups within the university community, but adjudication of student discipline usually will defer determination of significant restitution to other appropriate processes. 11.92

Restriction or Loss of Computing Privileges: Consequences for violation of the University Computing Policies or violations involving use of university computing services may include: A. Restrictions placed on the use of univer-

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Removal from an individual course or section of a course. Removal precludes the student from participation in and attendance of the course or section, or any of its sessions. In multiple section courses, the student will not necessarily be allowed to transfer to another section. 11.88

Grade Sanctions: Any disciplinary grade reduction including, but not limited to, grades of “F” for a course, a reduced grade for a course, grades of “F” or zero credit for assignments, or reduced credit for assignments. In cases where a student has registered for a course on a Pass/No Pass basis and the student is found responsible for an academic violation, a letter grade may be assigned. See Appendix A for university recommendations. 11.89

Disciplinary Probation: Indicates that the student has engaged in unacceptable behavior and may be required to report to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards and meet specific conditions related to the violation during the probationary period. Additionally, the student is given written notice that any further violations of university policies may result in more severe sanctions such as removal from university housing, suspension, dismissal from an academic unit or expulsion from the university. 11.90

Warning: Written notice to the student that continued or repeated violations may be cause for further disciplinary action, normally in the form of disciplinary probation, suspension or expulsion. 11.91

sity computing resources that may include prohibition of access to particular facilities or resources (e.g., Resnet), or limits placed on the use of university computing resources (e.g., restriction to use for specified academic work only). B. Loss of privilege of using university com-

puting resources for any purpose, including academic work. Loss of privilege may be temporary or permanent. 11.93

Organizational Sanctions: All residential and non-residential organizations, clubs and similar organized groups are responsible for compliance with university rules and regulations. Upon a determination that the group has encouraged violations or did not take reasonable steps as a group to prevent violations of university rules and regulations, the group may be subjected to permanent or temporary removal of recognition/registration, social probation, denial of the use of university facilities or other appropriate sanctions (see Policy Concerning Group Responsibility for Student Organizations, page 169). 11.94

Other Sanctions: Other sanctions may be imposed instead of or in addition to those specified in the above list. Examples include but are not limited to: university housing reassignment or removal, restrictions upon or denial of driving privileges on campus, prohibition of student leadership opportunities, counseling, community service work, research projects, seminars, classes or other educational experiences deemed appropriate. Certain sanctions also may be assigned as “deferred” under appropriate circumstances (e.g., deferred removal from housing, deferred suspension from the university, deferred loss of organizational recognition). Revised April 2012.

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will be cancelled by the university resulting in marks of “W” for the enrolled courses on the student’s transcript.

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12.00 Conduct Review System Procedural and advisory matters, as well as the integrity of the student conduct system, are the responsibility of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. Generally, student misconduct cases will be divided into two categories: nonacademic violations and academic integrity violations. The Student Conduct initial review processes are:

• Administrative Review (Nonacademic Violations and Academic Integrity Violations) • Peer Review Panel (Nonacademic Violations) • University Review Panel (Nonacademic Violations and Academic Integrity Violations)

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Upon receiving a report that a student has allegedly violated university standards, the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, or designee will review the report to determine whether there is sufficient information to proceed with the student conduct process. The director or designee may conduct such fact-finding as they see fit in order to determine whether a particular complaint has merit, and such factfinding shall not disqualify them from also conducting the Administrative Review with the student. In complaints which have merit, the director or designee will meet with the accused student to conduct an Administrative Review, either Voluntary or Summary. This Administrative Review meeting with the Judicial Affairs officer is the student’s opportunity to present any information regarding the incident. The decision as to whether the matter should be resolved by Administrative Review or be referred to a Review Panel is at the sole discretion of the director or designee. Students who fail to respond to initial notification from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards within 10 business days of that notification or who cannot be contacted after reasonable attempts remain subject to Summary Administrative Review and consequent sanctioning. At all steps of the initial review, the accused student and complainant may have an adviser of his/her choice present. The adviser may be a licensed or practicing attorney only for cases in which criminal charges are pending or the recommended sanctions include expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. Advisers must request and review the guidelines for advisers prior to the review. In all reviews, whether or not an adviser is present, the primary conversation will be with the student.

12.10 ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEWS

12.12 UNIVERSITY REVIEW PANELS

An Administrative Review consists of a meeting between the director or designee (finderof-fact) and the accused student.

University Review Panels are composed of three members including two faculty or staff members and a student chairperson. Members are drawn from lists supplied annually by the Vice President for Student Affairs (staff) and the academic deans (faculty). Lists may be supplemented as necessary during the year. In the event that the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards determines that a Review Panel is warranted, the University Review Panels may review cases involving the following issues:

A. In a Voluntary Administrative Review,

the student does not dispute the facts upon which the allegations are based, waives his or her right to further review and accepts the decision by signing an Administrative Review form. Students accepting the Administrative Review form retain the right to appeal to the appropriate appeal body. The appeal is limited to the appropriateness of the sanction (see section 15.02B). B. In a Summary Administrative Review, the

student may deny some or all of the facts upon which the allegations are based, or the student may dispute the appropriateness of the recommended sanction(s). The director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, or designated review officer, may determine the student is responsible for the alleged violation(s) or dismiss the case based on evidence conclusive on its face. Students found responsible for violations under the Summary Administrative Review process retain the right to appeal to the appropriate appeal body on all grounds (see section 15.02). In cases for which it is determined the evidence is not sufficient, the review officer may refer the case to an appropriate review panel. 12.11 PEER REVIEW PANELS

In the event that the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, determines that a hearing before a review panel is warranted under the circumstances of a particular allegation, the matter may be referred to a Review Panel. Peer Review Panels hear nonacademic cases arising out of university housing, the university fraternity and sorority system and the nonresidential student population. Whether the facts of a particular incident warrant referral to a Peer Review Panel is at the sole discretion of the director. Each of these panels is advised by the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, or designee, who shall be a non-voting member of every review panel. These panels are composed of three to five students. Students are selected for membership after an application and interview process. Members serve at the discretion of the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. Both the accused student and the complainant may have an adviser of his/her choice present at the Peer Review. The adviser cannot be a licensed or practicing attorney. Advisers must request and review the guidelines for advisers prior to the review.

A. Academic integrity violations. B. Cases in which expulsion, suspension,

revocation of degree or revocation of admission are recommended for nonacademic violations. C. Cases occurring when the appropriate Peer

Review Panel is unable to convene in a reasonable time. All University Review Panels are advised by the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, or designee, who shall be a non-voting member of every hearing panel. Both the accused student and complainant may have an adviser of his/her choice present at the review. The adviser may be a licensed or practicing attorney only for cases in which criminal charges are pending and the recommended sanctions include expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. Advisers must request and review the guidelines for advisers prior to the review. In all reviews, whether or not an adviser or attorney is present, the primary conversation will be with the student. 12.13 RESIDENTIAL EDUCATION REVIEW

In specified cases involving violations of behavioral standards outlined in the Student Conduct Code or the University Housing/ Hospitality Service Contract by student residents in university housing, a Residential Education Review may be conducted by a Residential Education staff member. A Residential Education Review is an informal process which utilizes procedures in lieu of the procedures contained in this guidebook (documentation on the Residential Education review process may be obtained from the Office for Residential Education). 12.14 OTHER REVIEW SYSTEMS

The Vice President for Student Affairs has granted to several graduate and professional schools the authority to conduct independent reviews, render decisions and recommend

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12.30 STUDENT PROCEDURAL PROTECTIONS

The university is committed to the timely and fair resolution of disciplinary problems in an adjudicatory process. Although the Student Conduct Code affords significant procedural protections in the adjudicatory process, this does not include the right to confront accusers or be represented by counsel. Students accused of violating the Student Conduct Code are granted the following procedural protections:

Reviews and panel reviews this includes the factual basis for the conclusions drawn. Student conduct records are maintained as a confidential student disciplinary file. As a primary document in such files, distribution of written decisions is limited to accused students and to USC personnel charged with responsibility for implementation of sanctions. Complainants will be notified by separate letter of the outcome of the review. (For an explanation of university policy concerning student records, see Student Education Records, page 156.) J. The opportunity to appeal the initial

review within 10 business days of receipt of the written decision. Both the accused student and the complainant will be notified in writing of the outcome of any appeal. Notice may be either mailed or hand delivered. If a notice is mailed, it is deemed to be received three days after it is mailed to the student’s last known address. K. A timely initial review conducted as soon

specifies the nature of the alleged violation and the basis for the charge including the date or period of time and location regarding the alleged incident.

as possible after the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards has received all pertinent documents of the case. Due to the nature of the university’s academic calendar, the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards may not be able to conduct a review at any specified date or time.

B. Written notice of the location of copies

L. The accused student and complainant may

of the Student Conduct Code and Conduct Review System.

have an adviser of his/her choice present. The adviser may be a practicing attorney only for cases in which criminal charges are pending or the recommended sanctions include expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. Advisers must request and review the guidelines of advisers prior to the review. In all reviews, whether or not an adviser is present, the primary conversation shall be with the student.

A. Written notice of the incident report that

C. Written notice of the requirement to meet

with a staff member in the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. The university reserves the right to conduct reviews in absentia when an accused student fails to respond after proper notice has been given or after the university has exercised reasonable effort to notify the student of the allegations. D. A fair and impartial review of the incident. E. Prior to a review, a summary of rights,

review procedures and avenue of appeal. F. The accused student may inspect docu-

ments and/or relevant information on file prior to the review. A request to inspect documentation or evidence should be directed to the staff member in charge of the review at any time during the process. Requests must be presented in writing at least one working day in advance. G. The opportunity to be present at the

review; to inspect all evidence presented; and to present witnesses and evidence. H. If the accused student declines to present

information on his/her own behalf, this will not be construed as an admission of guilt. I. A written decision outlining the results

of the review. In Summary Administrative

12.40 ADJUDICATORY PROCEDURES

All of the student procedural protections listed in Section 12.30 will be observed. Additionally, complainants will be treated with the same general procedural fairness afforded accused students. The following procedural guidelines apply to all reviews of Student Conduct Code violations adjudicated by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards: A. Multiple Accused Students

In reviews of incidents involving more than one accused student, the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, will determine whether the reviews concerning each student be conducted separately. B. Pending Criminal Charges

For cases in which criminal investigations and/or proceedings are concurrent or pending,

the university normally may proceed independent of such investigations or proceedings. The accused student or the complainant may request that the university delay its proceeding. Such requests should be submitted in writing at least two business days prior to the scheduled review to the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, stating the requested action and the supporting rationale for the request. The director may grant the request but is not obligated to do so. The mere fact that criminal investigation or proceedings exist will not ordinarily be considered grounds for delay. C. Testimony and Evidence

It is the responsibility of the finder of fact to render determinations concerning relevance of testimony and evidence to be presented as part of the review. Rules of evidence and discovery used by federal and state administrative proceedings shall not be applicable to reviews described in this code. Affidavits submitted in lieu of a witness’ presence at a review shall not be admitted into evidence unless signed by the author of the affidavit. Authorship and content of the document may be subject to verification at the discretion of the finder of fact. In cases concerning accusation of sexual assault, past sexual history of any involved party will not be admitted in evidence or testimony unless directly relevant to the matter under consideration. D. Standard of Proof

The burden of proof shall at all times rest upon the complainant. The standard of proof for deciding against the accused student shall be such evidence that, when weighed against that opposed to it, has the more convincing force and the greater probability of truth. E. Decision

For cases in which it is determined that a student is not responsible for violating the Student Conduct Code no sanctions will be assessed. For cases in which it is determined the accused student is responsible for violating the Student Conduct Code, the accused student’s conduct record (see Section 12.60) at the university will be considered in determining appropriate sanctions. Except for cases in which the accused student’s disciplinary history is a basis for the alleged violation(s) under review (e.g., reference to Section 11.49 or to a continuing pattern of behavior), consideration of that history will occur subsequent to the determination of responsibility. Cases involving expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree and revocation of admission are subject to review and possible modification by the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee. Included with the decision document will be a statement outlining the proper course

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appropriate sanctions in cases of alleged violations. Granting this authority does not preclude the university from adjudicating matters concerning the behavior of students from these schools. These graduate/professional school panels are subject to basic due process requirements and general procedural fairness. Separate review bodies and/or procedures for reviews exist in the following professional degree programs: Keck School of Medicine, Gould School of Law, Ostrow School of Dentistry, School of Pharmacy and the Leventhal School of Accounting.

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of appeal for the particular case. A notification of the outcome and of the opportunity to appeal the decision shall be forwarded to involved parties according to 12.30I. 12.50 REVIEWS BY PANELS

In addition to the above protections and procedures, the following apply to initial reviews conducted by panels: A. Involved parties will be provided writ-

ten notice of the date, time and place of any scheduled review. The accused student must be notified at least three business days before the scheduled review. Notice may be either mailed or hand delivered. If a notice is mailed, it is deemed to be received three days after it is mailed to the student’s last known address. The university reserves the right to conduct reviews in absentia when proper notice has been given. Failure to appear after proper notice does not necessarily constitute grounds for an appeal hearing. Requests for rescheduling a review hearing must be directed, in writing, to the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, with a statement of grounds for the request, at least two business days prior to the scheduled hearing. This request will be considered, but rescheduling is not automatic. The Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, for good cause, may postpone a review and notify the accused student and the complainant of the new date. B. A fully constituted review panel meeting

the particular panel staffing requirements. (See Conduct Review System, page 144.) Applicable requirements should be verified with the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. C. An opportunity to object to any member

of the review panel as biased. The panel will decide if that member should review the alleged violation. This decision will be based on that member’s ability to be fair and objective in the review.

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the accused student (e.g., conferring together, document management) but who may not represent the accused student by speaking exclusively on his or her behalf. At University Review Panels, the adviser may be a licensed or practicing attorney only for cases in which criminal charges are pending and the recommended sanctions include expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. In all reviews, whether or not an adviser or attorney is present, the primary conversation will be with the student. E. If the accused student declines to give

testimony, this will not be construed as an admission of guilt. Declining testimony, the accused student retains the right to question witnesses, present witnesses on his/her own

behalf and submit documentary evidence. If the accused student provides any testimony, he/she is subject to examination on credibility and on all matters relevant to the charges and to other testimony presented. F. Panel reviews shall be private. The num-

ber of persons attending any review may be limited by the panel conducting the review. Due to the nature of the university’s academic calendar and to the availability of appointed panel members, the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards may not be able to convene a University Review Panel for any specified date or time. F. Panel Members’ and Chairperson’s Roles

The chairperson of the review panel shall exercise control over the hearing to avoid needless consumption of time and to prevent the harassment and/or intimidation of witnesses. Any person, including an adviser, who disrupts a hearing or who fails to adhere to the rulings of the chairperson of the review panel may be excluded from the proceedings. Panel members (including the Panel Adviser) have the authority to ask questions of all parties. All involved parties must be reminded of the student procedural protections cited in 12.30 at the outset of the review. G. Adviser’s Role

The adviser’s role shall be to consult with the student and not to speak on the student’s behalf; however, the adviser may be permitted to make brief statements as stipulated in the guidelines for advisers. Advisers must request and review a copy of guidelines for his/her role in the respective review process from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards prior to the hearing in question. At University Review Panel hearings, the adviser may be a licensed or practicing attorney only for cases in which criminal charges are pending and the recommended sanctions include expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. At all other hearings, the adviser may be anyone but an attorney. If an adviser will be present, the review panel must be informed of this fact at least three business days prior to the hearing date. When an attorney is present as the student’s adviser, the university may also have an attorney present. If the student designates an attorney as his/her adviser, the attorney shall keep the following in mind: the review is not a court of law but an educational process. It does not follow the formal rules of evidence and procedure attorneys may encounter in other judicial forums. The hearing’s educational context and purpose require that the attorney play a different and a more limited role than in the courtroom.

H. Hearing Format

Normally, the complainant presents evidence first, the accused student then presents evidence and responds to the evidence presented by the complainant and then the complainant may rebut. This procedure will be followed unless the panel agrees to a different format. I. Testimony and Evidence

At least three business days before the review, the involved parties must furnish the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards with a list of witnesses they may present and with copies of any documents and other evidence they intend to present. This list may be supplemented with additional witnesses and evidence for good cause as determined by the review panel. Only evidence and testimony presented during the hearing or officially admitted into the record following the hearing with notice to all parties may be used as the basis for the review panel’s decision. Because review panels may limit the number of witnesses presented (see 12.40C), students should choose carefully those witnesses who can provide direct information concerning the allegation under review. Written statements from additional witnesses attesting to the same information is admissible (see Witness Testimony). J. Witnesses Testimony

All witnesses may be questioned by the members of the review panel, by the complainant and by the accused student. Witnesses may be asked to affirm that their testimony is truthful and may be subject to charges of dishonesty, pursuant to provisions of this code. Prospective witnesses, other than the complainant and the accused student will be excluded from the review during all testimony but their own. The panel may also exclude “expert” witnesses (such as handwriting experts, private investigators and others). Any witness may be excluded unless the university has been notified in advance that the student intends to call them on his/her behalf. In addition, the panel may exclude any witness it deems inappropriate for an educational hearing. The panel may limit the number of witnesses presented at a review for good cause (e.g., repetitive testimony, character witness). K. Hearing Record

An audiotape recording will be made by the university, with the knowledge of all parties, as the single verbatim record of the hearing. This record shall be the sole property of the university. The complainant or accused student may request permission to review this record for appeal only. This tape will be erased after the appeal deadline has expired or after an appellate decision has been released.

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L. Panel Decision

Following the conclusion of testimony in a review, the panel will meet in a closed session to deliberate and make a decision concerning the alleged violation(s). For cases in which the panel determines a student is not responsible for violating the Student Conduct Code no sanctions will be assessed. For cases in which it is determined the accused student is responsible for violating the Student Conduct Code, the panel will include consideration of the accused student’s disciplinary record (see Section 12.50) at the university in determining appropriate sanctions. Except for cases in which the accused student’s disciplinary history is a basis for the alleged violation(s) under review (e.g., reference to Section 11.49 or to a continuing pattern of behavior), consideration of that history will occur subsequent to the panel’s determination of responsibility.

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The review panel will provide a written opinion outlining the results of the review to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. This written opinion should be released to the student within 15 business days of the review. This time may be extended if necessary. The accused student and complainant should be informed if the decision will be delayed.

and Community Standards for up to seven years. Expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree and revocation of admission will result in permanent student conduct files. Revised March 2011.

12.60 DISCIPLINARY RECORDS

For certain cases or when a student is determined to be responsible for a violation of university standards by any student conduct process, a disciplinary record of the matter will be maintained in a confidential student file by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs

13.00 Nonacademic Violations Review Process C. The name, address and phone number of

Any member of the university community (faculty, staff and/or student) may initiate a complaint against a student or student organization for an alleged nonacademic violation of the Student Conduct Code by submitting a report to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards.

the person making the report.

13.12

When an alleged violation is indicated in a USC Department of Public Safety or police report, the Vice President for Student Affairs or designee may initiate a review of the alleged violation on behalf of the university. Such an action may be taken when the circumstances of the alleged violation affect the well-being of the campus or the personal safety or well-being of any member of the university community. 13.13

A report of an alleged violation should consist of a clear, concise written statement that contains the following information: A. A list of any and all parties against whom

the complaint is being filed. B. A description of the alleged misconduct,

the date or period of time during which it occurred, and the location where the incident(s) allegedly occurred.

D. All complaints are considered to have been

made in good faith. Any information to the contrary may be grounds for university action against the initiating party. 13.14

Any report and request for a review must be made as soon as possible (preferably within 15 days but not later than one year from the date of discovery of the incident) (see section 10.10C). 13.15

The Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards will review the complaint to determine whether there is sufficient information to proceed with the Student Conduct process. When proceeding with the process, the accused student will be provided written notification of the allegation. If the student fails to respond to the written notice and schedule an appointment with the designated member of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, an administrative hold will be placed on the student’s record prohibiting the student from performing registration transactions until an appointment is scheduled and completed (see Section 10.10E).

In addition, a Summary Administrative Review may be conducted in absentia when a student fails to respond to initial notification (see Section 12.05). 13.16

The director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, or designee will meet with the accused student to discuss the incident as part of the Administrative Review process. At or following that meeting the director or designee will determine whether the matter may be appropriately resolved by Administrative Review, either Voluntary or Summary, or whether referral to a Panel, either University or Peer, is warranted. The Administrative Review meeting with the Student Judicial Affairs officer is the student’s opportunity to present any information regarding the incident. The decision whether to resolve the matter by an Administrative Review or to refer the matter to a Review Panel is at the sole discretion of the director or designee. Revised May 2007.

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14.00 Academic Integrity Review Process In cases involving alleged academic integrity violations, the appropriate action is initiated by the course instructor, academic unit or appropriate university official. 14.10 INITIATING A COMPLAINT

If the instructor, academic unit or appropriate university official has reason to believe, based on observation or other evidence, that a student has violated the university academic integrity standards, he or she is encouraged to make reasonable attempts to meet with the student and discuss the alleged violation and the evidence which supports the charge. When necessary, such discussions may be conducted by telephone or electronic mail. In this meeting every effort should be made to preserve the basic teacher/student relationship. The student should be given the opportunity to respond to the complaint. The instructor should assign a mark of “MG” until notification is received from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards that a final decision has been made. Also, because the student may contest the allegation, he or she must be allowed to attend all classes and complete all assignments until the complaint is resolved. 14.11 SANCTION AND CONSEQUENCES

Unless the reporting party withdraws the allegation, the instructor, academic unit or appropriate university official may recommend an appropriate sanction for the violation.

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grade sanctions (e.g., “F” in course) and dismissal from the academic department. In addition, sanctions of suspension or expulsion from the university may be assessed through a review process when requested by the instructor, by the academic or administrative unit in which the violation occurred, or when indicated by university standards (such as the seriousness of the misconduct or the existence of previous academic violations by the student). Refer to Appendix A: Academic Dishonesty Sanction Guidelines (page 150), when determining which sanction is most appropriate for the violation. B. Students may not withdraw from a course

in which they have committed or have been accused of committing an academic integrity

violation. Students found to have withdrawn from a course in which an academic integrity violation is alleged or determined will be reenrolled in the course upon receipt of a violation report by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. C. Students found responsible for an act of

academic dishonesty in a course in which they have participated but have not enrolled (auditing), will be retroactively enrolled and assigned an appropriate sanction. D. Graduate students who are found respon-

sible for academic integrity violations may be sanctioned more severely than Appendix A suggests. E. Sanctions for second offenses by gradu-

ate or undergraduate students will be more severe and generally will include suspension or expulsion. 14.12 REPORTING VIOLATIONS

As soon as possible (preferably within 15 days but not later than one year from the date of discovery of the incident), the instructor, academic unit or appropriate university official will provide the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards with a completed Academic Integrity Violation Form. The reporting party likewise will make a reasonable attempt to provide a copy of the report to the accused student. Students having specific information regarding academic violation(s) of a classmate and wishing to report this academic misconduct are encouraged to contact the faculty member of the course. 14.13 RESPONSE TO REPORT

Once a report of an Academic Integrity Violation has been submitted, the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards will evaluate the report, confirm whether or not the accused student has a previous disciplinary record at the university, and notify the student of the allegation in writing. A copy of the notification will be sent to the individual submitting the report and to his/her academic dean, if appropriate. A. If further review is not required, the

student will be notified of report received, alleged violations and recommended sanctions. The student will also be given the opportunity to meet with a review officer from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. During that meeting, the student has the opportunity to request further review of the matter, thus

initiating the Administrative Review process. If no meeting or further review is requested, the matter will be considered complete and sanctions initiated. B. If the incident requires further review

(such as when an instructor or academic unit has requested additional sanctions, when a student has previously been found responsible for an academic dishonesty violation or when university standards indicate expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission), the student is notified in writing and must meet with a review officer from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards as part of the Administrative Review process. At or following that meeting the director or designee will determine whether the matter may be appropriately resolved by Administrative Review, either Voluntary or Summary, or whether referral to a University Review Panel is warranted. The Administrative Review meeting with the Student Judicial Affairs review officer is the student’s opportunity to present any information regarding the incident. If the student fails to respond to the written notice and to schedule an appointment with the designated review officer of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, an administrative hold will be placed on the student’s record prohibiting the student from performing registration transactions until an appointment is scheduled and completed (see Section 10.10E). In addition, a Summary Administrative Review may be conducted in absentia when a student fails to respond to initial notification (see Section 12.05). C. As indicated, reviews may be requested by

the accused student, by the instructor reporting the alleged violation, by the academic or administrative unit in which the alleged violation occurred or by the university in cases where the alleged behavior indicates expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. Appropriate review processes are Administrative Review or University Review (see Section 12.00). Revised March 2011.

Appeals Process

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15.00 Appeals Process: Academic and Nonacademic

15.01

The written appeal must include the Appeal Request Cover Sheet indicating the specific grounds for the appeal (see Section 15.02), supporting arguments and documentation, and any other relevant information the accused student or the complainant wishes to include. Appellants should refer to Guidelines for Writing Appeals, a document available from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. The appellant should be aware that all appeals are documentary reviews in which no oral testimony is taken. Generally appeals are determined solely on the merits of the documents submitted and do not proceed to oral hearing. Appellate documents therefore should be as complete as possible. 15.02

Appeals must state one or more of the following criteria as the reason for the appeal: A. That new evidence has become available

which is sufficient to alter the decision and

which the appellant was not aware of or could not have been reasonably obtained at the time of the original review. B. That the sanction imposed is excessive

or inappropriate. C. That the review panel or review officer

failed to follow university rules or regulations while reviewing the cited behavior. 15.03

Upon receipt of the written appeal, the other principal parties to the original complaint (complainant or accused student) are notified and provided reasonable opportunity to respond in writing to the appeal. After receiving all appellate documents, the appropriate appeals panel will convene and review the submitted appellate documents, the written decision from the initial review and supporting documents relevant to the initial review decision. In addition, the appeals panel may request additional statements from the review officer of an administrative review or the chairperson or adviser from a panel review, and may refer to the audio recording of an initial panel review, if such was conducted. The appeals panel will issue a written decision through the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards to all principal parties to the initial review. 15.04

Upon review of the appellate documents, the appeals panel may uphold the initial decision in its entirety, increase sanctions of the initial decision, decrease sanctions of the initial decision, remand the case back to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards for further review or dismiss the case. All decisions of appellate bodies are final and binding upon all parties. There is not further appeal in any of these cases. 15.05

Upon written request to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs, the university will provide an alleged victim of a crime of violence or a nonforcible sex offense the final results of the disciplinary proceeding. Final results are available only after the appeal process has been exhausted and the university has made

a final determination in the matter. Final results are limited to information related to the sanctions imposed by the university that affect the victim. 15.10 APPROPRIATE APPEALS PANEL A. Peer Review Appeals Panel

The Peer Review Appeals Panel reviews all nonacademic appeals except those resulting in sanctions of expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree or revocation of admission. The panel is appointed by the director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, and consists of three to five members including at least one student member. The director, Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, or designee shall serve as a non-voting advisory member of every appeals panel. The recommendations of the Peer Review Appeals Panel may be reviewed and modified by the Vice President for Student Affairs at his sole discretion and, once approved, are final and binding upon all parties. B. Student Behavior Appeals Panel

The Student Behavior Appeals Panel serves the President through the Vice President for Student Affairs. The recommendations of the Student Behavior Appeals Panel are reviewed and modified by the Vice President for Student Affairs at his sole discretion and, once approved, are final and binding upon all parties. No student has the right to make a direct appeal to the Vice President for Student Affairs. The members of this panel are appointed by the President. Each appeal is reviewed by three members including at least one student and one faculty member. The panel will be advised by an appointee of the Vice President for Student Affairs. The adviser will be a non-voting member whenever the panel convenes. The Student Behavior Appeals Panel will meet on a regular basis to review all appeals where academic sanctions and/or sanctions of expulsion, suspension, revocation of degree and revocation of admission are imposed. Revised April 2010.

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Following an initial review, both the accused student and the complainant may file a written appeal within 10 business days from receipt of the written decision. Receipt is deemed accomplished by personal delivery or three days after the date of mailing. The status of a student in most cases will not be altered and disciplinary sanctions are not initiated until completion of the appeal. Written appeals should be submitted to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. Should a party intending to appeal believe they have been given inadequate time to prepare their written documents, a written request for extension of time may be submitted to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. The request must be submitted in writing within the 10-business-day appeal period, and should include the rationale for requesting the extension along with a proposed date by which all appeal documents will be submitted. Requests for extension of time will be considered on their merits and will not be granted automatically. When an extension is granted, opposing parties to the initial review may be notified.

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16.00 Student Conduct Records 1. Student conduct records are maintained

2. Records of student conduct actions are

3. All records are maintained confidentially as

separate and apart from all other student records. Student conduct actions become part of a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic records only in those cases in which a notation on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic record is made for expulsion, suspension and/or revocation of admission or degree.

maintained in the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards for a period of up to seven years after the most recent student conduct incident, except for students assigned University-wide Sanctions, as described in item number 1.

provided in the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policy concerning student education records (see Student Education Records, page 156). Revised April 2010.

Appendix A

Appendix A: Academic Dishonesty Sanction Guidelines Faculty may consult with members of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards at any point in the process, (213) 821-7373.

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Violation

Recommended Sanction for Undergraduates*

Copying answers from other students on any course work.**

F for course.

One person allowing another to cheat from his/her exam or assignment.

F for course for both persons.

Possessing or using material during exam (crib sheets, notes, books, etc.) which is not expressly permitted by the instructor.

F for course.

Continuing to write after exam has ended.

F for course

Taking exam from room and later claiming that the instructor lost it.

F for course and recommendation for further disciplinary action (possible suspension).

Changing answers after exam has been returned.

F for course and recommendation for further disciplinary action (possible suspension).

Fraudulent possession of exam prior to administration.

F for course and recommendation for suspension.

Obtaining a copy of an exam or answer key prior to administration.

Suspension or expulsion from the university; F for course.

Having someone else complete course work for oneself.

Suspension or expulsion from the university for both students; F for course.

Plagiarism — Submitting other’s work as one’s own or giving an improper citation.

F for course.

Submission of purchased term papers or papers done by others.

F for course and recommendation for further disciplinary action (possible suspension).

Submission of the same assignment to more than one instructor, where no previous approval has been given.

F for both courses.

Unauthorized collaboration on an assignment.

F for the course for both students.

Falsification of information in admission applications (including supporting documentation).

Revocation of university admission without opportunity to reapply.

Documentary falsification (e.g., petitions and supporting materials; medical documentation.)

Suspension or expulsion from the university; F for course when related to a specific course.

Plagiarism in a graduate thesis or dissertation.

Expulsion from the university when discovered prior to graduation; revocation of degree when discovered subsequent to graduation.***

*Assuming first offense **Exam, quiz, tests, assignments or other course work. ***Applies to graduate students

Appendix B

University Governance

Appendix B: Report of Academic Integrity Violation, page 1 See Student Conduct Code section 14.00 for details

When an instructor has reason to believe that a student has violated the university’s academic integrity standards, he or she is encouraged to make reasonable attempts to meet with the student and discuss the alleged violation prior to filing a formal report. When such attempts are unsuccessful within a reasonable amount of time (preferably within 15 days of identifying the violation), a completed report should be forwarded to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards with the understanding that the student may subsequently wish to meet with the instructor. Members of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards are available for consultation at (213) 821-7373.

Student’s Name

Student Identification Number

Class Title

Course Number

Class Number

Semester

Instructor’s Name

Department/School

Reporting Party (if different than instructor)

Date of Incident

The Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards will send correspondence to the instructor (reporting party) throughout the judicial process. Please indicate preferred method of delivery:

Email:______________________________________________________________________________________________

Campus Mail — Building/Room: _____________________________ Mail Code: _____________________________

Other (i.e., U.S. post): ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

Telephone

Building, Room/Mail Code

Date of Incident

DESCRIPTION OF INCIDENT

Attach additional pages or a supplementary report as necessary. Please include original or facsimile copies of supporting documents. To complete the process of submitting the report of academic integrity violation, the instructor must complete the form provided on the following page.

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Appendix B: Report of Academic Integrity Violation, page 2 The instructor should forward this report and supporting documentation to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, Student Union 206, MC 4894, (213) 821-7373 or via facsimile to (213) 740-7162.

GRADE SANCTION

A recommended academic penalty should be assessed by the faculty member when an act of academic dishonesty has occurred. Further disciplinary sanctions may be recommended by the instructor. (For sanction guidelines, see Appendix A to the Student Conduct Code. The university’s recommended grade penalty for academic dishonesty is “F” for the course.) Grade of “F” for the course Instructors must assign a mark of “MG” on the course grade sheet until notification is received by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards that a final decision has been rendered. Other (please specify): I have provided the student with a copy of this form.

Instructor’s Signature

Date

FOR THE STUDENT

I have spoken with my instructor about this matter. I understand that I may not withdraw from this course with a mark of “W” and that this report will be forwarded to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards.

Student’s Signature

Date

Local Address

City

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State

Zip Code

Academic Policies

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Academic Policies

In cases where false and/or inaccurate information is believed to have been submitted by, or on behalf of, a prospective student prior to enrollment, if academic or behavioral violations occur, or if there is a failure to provide all requested information/documents, the director of admission will conduct a special admissions review. This ad hoc review of the case may result in action(s) including a delay of enrollment or revocation of admission from the university. All pertinent documents will be reviewed and the prospective student may be asked to provide additional information regarding his or her application to the university. A decision will be reached by the director and communicated in writing to the prospective student. Formal hearing procedures and protections cited in the Student Conduct Code, Section 12.30 and 12.40, do not apply to this review process. There is no appeal of a special admissions review. If the student is enrolled at the university when concerns about admissions violations arise, the case will be referred to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards for review. CLASS NOTES POLICY

Notes or recordings made by students based on a university class or lecture may only be made for purposes of individual or group study, or for other non-commercial purposes that reasonably arise from the student’s membership in the class or attendance at the university. This restriction also applies to any information distributed, disseminated or in any way displayed for use in relationship to the class, whether obtained in class, via email or otherwise on the Internet, or via any other medium. Actions in violation of this policy constitute a violation of the Student Conduct Code, and may subject an individual or entity to university discipline and/or legal proceedings. Policy approved by Lloyd Armstrong, Jr., Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, on January 26, 2000. DISPUTED ACADEMIC EVALUATION PROCEDURES

General university policy regarding disputed academic evaluations entitles a student to two levels of formal appeal after review by the instructor. In the interest of preserving the very important student-instructor relationship, the student and instructor should try to resolve the grade dispute by direct communication. If the issue cannot be resolved by this dialogue, the grade dispute should move beyond the instructor to

the next level of review. All grade appeals must be brought no later than the end of the semester following the semester for which the student received the disputed grade. In general, the two levels of appeal beyond the instructor are either: the department chair and the school dean, or the school dean and the provost’s office. Whether an appeal is heard by the department chair and dean or dean and provost’s office depends upon the structure of the school in which the academic evaluation occurred. The two levels of appeal are as follows: I. Schools Organized by Departments

For schools organized by departments, the first level of review, after speaking with the instructor, is by the department chair and, if needed, a second level of review by the dean. The process described in the paragraphs I.A. and I.B. below applies to: USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC (except the DDS, B.S./DH) USC Marshall School of Business USC School of Cinematic Arts USC Roski School of Fine Arts USC Viterbi School of Engineering USC Thornton School of Music USC Dornsife College graduate students (USC Dornsife College undergraduates have a variation on the process, which is described in paragraph I.C. below). 1.A. The department chair at his or her dis-

cretion may review the matter personally or conduct a formal hearing through an ad hoc or standing committee. The hearing committee is appointed by the department chair and consists of a faculty member from outside the involved department or academic unit, a student, a faculty member of the appealing student’s choice, and two faculty members from the department or academic unit. A written decision will be given to the student after the department chair’s decision or the hearing committee decision. Normally a decision should be sent to the student within approximately 15 days after the hearing. This time may be extended if necessary. The student should be informed in writing if the decision will be delayed. 1.B. If either the student or faculty member who assigned the grade wishes to appeal the decision of the chair or the hearing committee, in the next level of appeal beyond the instructor and the department chair, he/ she must appeal in writing to the dean of the academic unit within two weeks after receiving the written decision. The dean of the academic unit may review the matter personally or, if a hearing has not been conducted by the department, the dean must conduct a hearing. The hearing committee consists of

the same categories of members within the academic unit as described above. The committee will make a recommendation to the dean who will make a decision which is final and binding. Normally a written decision should be sent to the student within approximately 15 days after a hearing. This time may be extended if necessary. The student should be informed in writing if the decision will be delayed. 1.C. In the case of undergraduate students

in the Dornsife College, there is an initial consultation by the college ombudsman after the student has talked to the instructor. All grade or evaluation appeals must be filed in writing with the college ombudsman by the end of the following semester (excluding the summer session) after the student received the disputed grade or evaluation. The college ombudsman will explain the review and appeals process to the student, and will direct the student’s written appeal to the relevant department chair. The second level of review beyond the instructor is conducted by the vice dean for academic programs (with or without a hearing committee). The hearing committee is appointed by the vice dean and should conform to the guidelines outlined in I.A. II. Schools Not Organized by Departments

For schools not organized by departments, the first level of review beyond the instructor is by the dean and, if needed, the second level is conducted by the office of the provost. This applies to the following schools: USC Davis School of Gerontology USC Price School of Public Policy USC School of Dramatic Arts USC School of Social Work III. Exceptions

There are two important exceptions to the above: III.A. Schools with certain professional degrees: The following degrees are governed by separate disputed academic evaluation procedures. Copies of these procedures can be obtained directly from the school. USC School of Architecture (separate procedures for all degrees except Ph.D.) Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC (DDS, B.S./DH) USC Rossier School of Education (separate procedures for all degrees except Ph.D.) USC Gould School of Law (J.D., MCL, LL.M) Keck School of Medicine of USC (M.D. and certain master’s degrees.) USC School of Pharmacy (Pharm.D., D.R.Sci.) III.B. Graduate students with an academic evaluation for which the potential sanction is termination from a degree program: If a graduate student in a program whose degree

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is conferred by the Graduate School (listed below) is dissatisfied with the outcome of the first and second levels of review (beyond the instructor) and the potential sanction is termination from a degree program, the student may appeal in writing to the vice provost for academic affairs and graduate programs or his or her designee. Such an appeal must be received within six months after the student has received notice of the outcome of the second level of review. Appeal panel guidelines can be found at: usc.edu/schools/GraduateSchool/ current_student_resourc_03.html. This applies to all students pursuing Ph.D. degrees and those graduate degrees which are conferred by the Graduate School. A list of those degrees can be found in the USC Catalogue.

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The Academic Review Department (Trojan Hall 101) is responsible for processing student requests to deviate from general university policies and faculty requests to change a grade that was originally submitted incorrectly. The actual decisions on these requests are made by a subgroup of the Committee on Academic Policies and Procedures (CAPP) which meets several times a month. Not all requests for deviation from normal requirements are handled through the same process. Registration-related exceptions are initiated in Academic Review. These include such requests as adding or dropping courses after enrollment deadlines and changing the grading option after the third week. Degree requirement-related exceptions are initiated in the student’s academic unit. These include requests to count excess units in a course with a unit maximum and to extend time to complete an incomplete. Decisions on these types of exception requests are reported to the Academic Review Department by the CAPP petitions panel. The following exceptions are those that a student may request under certain circumstances. There is no assurance that the request will be approved. The panel will review the student’s academic record and consider the circumstances that led to the student’s situation. The circumstances must justify exempting an individual student from a rule or deadline that other students are being required to follow. Students should take care that the material they submit is accurate, comprehensive and well documented. It is important to initiate the petition process as soon as possible. A student who wishes to file a petition should speak with an academic adviser to determine whether the request is appropriate and whether it will actually resolve the problem. Registration-related Exceptions (see time limits for filing below)

A student wishing to request a registrationrelated exception should come to Trojan Hall 101. By talking with an academic review counselor, the student can determine whether there are grounds for an exception

request and learn what documentation will be required. When all required documentation and endorsements are gathered, the student should submit the completed petition to the Academic Review Department. These requests are heard by the Dean of Academic Records and Registrar. Requests not approved by the dean are referred to the CAPP panel for review. Below are the registration-related exceptions with the guidelines. Late or Retroactive Adding of One or More Courses

The final deadline for original registration is the end of the third week of classes for fall or spring semesters. For summer sessions or special sessions, the student must look up the equivalent of the third week deadline. This is also true for the twelfth week drop deadline. Please assume that, in any reference to registration deadlines, the third or twelfth week refer to the fall and spring semesters and that an equivalent deadline will be applied for shorter sessions. The end of the third week of classes is also the deadline to add courses that are not listed on the original program. CAPP will entertain petitions for exception to the add deadline only if the student has documented extenuating circumstances. Extenuating circumstances are defined by CAPP as situations over which the student has no control (e.g., a family death). Reasons such as “I didn’t know the policy” or “I was out of town that week” or “I forgot” or “That isn’t how they did it at the last school I attended” are not considered to be extenuating circumstances. In all cases, a petition to add a course must include a statement from the instructor indicating the quality of work and dates of attendance. Late or Retroactive Withdrawal from One or More Courses

The final deadline for dropping one or more courses is the end of the 12th week of classes or its equivalent for a given semester. To officially drop a course the student must process a drop form through the Registration Department or drop through Web registration and secure a Registration Confirmation as proof of having dropped. This 12-week time period is considered generous. CAPP will entertain petitions for exceptions to the drop deadline when the student has documented extenuating circumstances or the student was unable to evaluate his or her level of performance prior to the drop deadline. Withdrawal petitions based on medical reasons require accompanying documentation from the student’s physician. It is assumed that such requests will usually involve a complete withdrawal from all classes. If the request involves less than cancellation of the whole academic program, a complete explanation must be provided of courses to be dropped or retained, plans for completion of the remaining courses and an explanation of why the student’s medical condition allowed

completion of some courses but not all. In general, if a student is healthy enough to participate in campus activities outside of class, he or she is considered responsible for all courses undertaken. In all cases, a petition to drop a course must include a statement from the instructor indicating the quality of work and dates of attendance. A final word of caution: CAPP almost never approves requests for late withdrawals if the student has taken the final exam in a course. However, a student should not take this word of caution as an indication that she or he should purposefully miss a final exam because of a pending petition to drop. A student who misses a final exam because of a pending petition and then discovers that the petition was denied, will surely be in a worse position because the final exam grade will be calculated as an “F.” Change in Registration Grading Option from Pass/No Pass to Letter Grade or Vice Versa

The final deadline for changing the grading option of a course from pass/no pass to a letter grade or vice versa is the end of the third week of classes or its equivalent for a given semester. Approval of requests to change enrollment status after the deadline are rare. Time Limits for Registration-related Requests

Exception requests for retroactive change of an official registration for a semester or special session must be submitted no later than 24 months from the last day of final examinations for the semester or special session in question. If appropriate, the time limit can be waived by the dean of the academic unit in which the student is seeking a degree, but may not be waived if the courses in question occurred longer than five years previously. Degree Requirement-related Exceptions

These requests are generated in the student’s major department or school. When the petition is completed, the school’s petition contact person will submit the petition to the Academic Review Department to be heard by the CAPP petitions panel. Below are the most common degree requirement-related petitions with the guidelines. Extension of Time for Removal of an Incomplete (IN)

One calendar year is allowed to remove the mark of IN. A mark of IN cannot be removed by repeating the course, even if it is successfully completed within the calendar year requirement. If the IN is not removed within the calendar year, the course is considered “lapsed” and the grade is changed to an IX. Lapsed incompletes (IX) are penalty grades and are calculated as grades of “F.” Courses offered on a Credit/No Credit basis or taken on a Pass/No Pass basis for which a mark of Incomplete is assigned will be lapsed with a mark of NC or NP and will not be calculated into the grade point average.

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Exceptions Made Elsewhere

The Office of Admission and Financial Aid, Financial Services and the Graduate School have similar processes for actions taken by their respective committees or deans. Still other requests are handled through the exception process which comes directly from the academic unit to the Degree Progress Department. Registration in Graduate-level Courses by Undergraduate Students

Exceptional undergraduate students may enroll in a graduate course. In order to do so, students must receive approval from the instructor. Students must also have prior approval from the chair of the major department to count the course for undergraduate credit or audit the course. The student’s major department will notify the Degree Progress Department in writing regarding the manner in which the graduate course will be used. In no case will a student be allowed to enroll in and receive credit for a graduate course if the student’s cumulative USC GPA is below 2.0. Graduate Credit for 400 and 500 Level Work Taken as an Undergraduate

An undergraduate student who is within 12 semester units of the bachelor’s degree and has a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 may request to enroll in and reserve for graduate credit a limited amount of work at the 400 and 500 levels during the last semester as a senior, provided that the semester program does not exceed 16 semester units. A written request should be submitted to the Degree Progress Department and should bear the endorsements of the chair of the student’s major department and of the department in which the reserved work is to be taken. The Degree Progress Department verifies that the units being reserved are not needed to fulfill requirements for the bachelor’s degree. The student must present a copy of the final action to the Registration Department at the time of enrollment. Exceptions to the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Limits on Units in the Major or Limits on the College Basic Requirement

Departments within the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences awarding the B.A. degree cannot require fewer than 24 or more

than 36 upper division units in the major. However, students may elect to take up to 40 upper division units within their major without a petition. A student wishing to exceed the limit must obtain the approval of the department with the final endorsement of the dean of undergraduate programs. Students who major in the Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences must earn 104 units in the college departments. For students graduating with a minor or second bachelor’s degree, this minimum is reduced to 96 units. Exceptions will be considered by the dean of undergraduate programs. Students who are completing major degree programs in a professional school, but whose degree is conferred by the college, are exempt from this policy. Substitutions of general education requirements and skill level requirements are generated in the student’s academic unit and submitted to the dean of undergraduate programs. Substitutions of foreign language requirements are also generated in the student’s academic unit and submitted to the American Language Institute.

Failure to resolve the mark of MG within the one year limit results in the assignment of the mark of UW (Unofficial Withdrawal). A mark of UW is a failing grade and will calculate in the student’s GPA the same way that a grade of “F” is calculated in the GPA. Courses graded Credit/No Credit (CR/NC) in which a mark of MG is not resolved will result in a mark of NC. Students who have elected to take a course on a Pass/No Pass (P/ NP) option and do not resolve the mark of MG will be assigned a mark of NP.

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2. While there are no specific limits for

A student who believes an error was made in the assignment of a grade should consult directly with the instructor of the class. The instructor may request from the Academic Review Department and submit to CAPP a Correction of Grade form with appropriate endorsements. This type of request cannot be submitted on any other form and the form may not be handled by a student at any point in the process. A full description of the actual error will be required of the instructor. General descriptions such as “clerical error” will not be accepted. CAPP considers grade changes on the basis of the explanation given, but may void a request involving any of the following circumstances:

• A request to change a grade of IN unless all work was completed prior to the end of the semester involved. • A request to change a grade to any other mark than IN when work was completed subsequent to the end of the semester involved. • A request that is missing the required endorsements (instructor, department chair and dean). Missing Grades (MG) Defaulting to Unofficial Withdrawals (UW)

Students have one year, from the end of the semester in which they were assigned a mark of MG, to resolve or clarify the mark of MG. (Note: Marks of MG assigned PRIOR to fall 2005 are not bound by this policy.) Missing grades can be resolved by the instructor of the course through the Correction of Grade process. The Correction of Grade process (COG), is handled by the Academic Review Department, (213) 740-7741, Trojan Hall 101, MC 0912.

TIMELINE FOR DEGREE PROGRESS

All undergraduate students must make reasonable progress, each year, toward their degree objectives. 1. All students are required to record their

primary major in the Office of Academic Records and Registrar, Registration Building Lobby, by the start of the junior year (on completion of 64 semester units). Supplemental or secondary majors may be added after junior standing has been attained. Minors may be added at any time. completing bachelor’s degrees (except in the case of discontinued programs), many departments change their major requirements over the years based on changing technology, etc. Occasionally, general education requirements are changed as well. Therefore, students who do not complete their academic degrees within six consecutive years from the beginning of the semester of their first completed USC course work will not be allowed automatically to continue following the pre-major, major, and minor requirements. (This time limit includes semesters during which students were not enrolled.) The pertinent department chair will decide what pre-major, major and minor requirements each student must follow and communicate the decision to the student in writing. Students who do not complete their degrees within 10 consecutive years from the beginning of the semester of their first completed USC course work will not be allowed automatically to continue their general education requirements. (This time limit includes semesters during which students are not enrolled.) The General Education Office will decide what general education requirements each student must follow and communicate the decision to the student in writing. Changes in certain university-wide regulations, policies and procedures are immediate, regardless of the degree requirements in effect at entrance or transfer. Students pursuing degree programs which the university discontinues may be required to immediately change majors and pursue other degrees. Some departments may allow students already in the program to complete the degree within a specified time limit, not to exceed five years. Beyond that time, such degrees will not be awarded. Revised April 2012.

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Extensions beyond this deadline are not likely to be approved if the student has enrolled in subsequent semesters, since it is assumed that the student’s first priority should be the removal of the incomplete. In all cases, a petition for an extension of time for removal of an IN must include a statement from the instructor explaining what is needed to complete the course and why the instructor feels the student should be given even further time for completion. Other degree-related exceptions include requests to count excess units for a course with a unit maximum.

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Financial Aid Policy Regarding Falsification of Financial Aid Information The types of information covered by this policy include all documents and information submitted to apply for and/or receive needbased financial aid, scholarships and private financing funds. These documents and information include, but are not limited to, the following: • The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) • The Student Aid Report (SAR) • The CSS Financial Aid/PROFILE® Application • The Supplemental Form for Financial Aid • Student and parent federal income tax forms, tax return information and other income documentation • Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligible non-citizen status • Documentation of housing/living arrangements • Academic documents relating to high school diploma or college course work • Loan applications, promissory notes and related documentation • Specific program applications • Federal Work-Study time sheets • Any university financial aid forms and related documentation • Any written, electronic or verbal statements sent to or made to a university employee regarding the student’s financial aid application or other related documents The integrity of the documents and the honesty of the information presented through them are critical to the financial aid process.

Students should be aware that they will be held responsible for the integrity of any financial aid information submitted either by them or on their behalf. If the university determines that a student or a parent has provided falsified information, or has submitted forged documents or signatures, the following steps may be taken without prior notification to the student or parent: 1. An incident report will be filed with

USC’s Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards following procedures outlined in the University Student Conduct Code, which is published on page 138 of this guidebook. Pending resolution of the complaint, the Financial Aid Office may restrict the distribution of any further aid to the accused student. 2. If the Financial Aid Office or the student

conduct review process finds that a violation has occurred, the consequences may include, but are not limited to, the following: • The student will be required to make full restitution of any and all federal, state, private and/or university scholarship, grant, loan, or work funds to which he or she was not entitled. • Until full restitution is made, all federal, state and university funds will be withheld from the student, including all funds disbursed in past or in current semesters. • No arrangements will be made with the Cashier’s Office or Collections Office on the student’s behalf to settle an account. The student will be responsible for all

charges incurred on the student’s account because of the loss of federal, state or institutional financial aid funds. • If the student is determined to be ineligible for financial aid, based on a basic eligibility criterion, no further federal, state or university funds will be awarded to the student in any future terms of enrollment at the university. • The student may become ineligible for future participation in some or all financial aid programs for a minimum of one year or longer. In some cases, the student will not be eligible to receive funds from that program in any future terms of enrollment at the university. • The student will not be awarded funds to replace those lost because of dishonesty. 3. In addition to any consequences directly

related to the student’s financial aid, the student may be assigned disciplinary sanctions as described in the Student Conduct Code (11.80). 4. As required by federal and state law, the

USC Financial Aid Office will report any infraction to the appropriate office or agency. These include, but are not limited to, the U.S. Department of Education Office of the Inspector General, state agencies or other entities that may take whatever action is required by federal and state law. In this report, the Financial Aid Office will describe in detail the incident, the response of the Financial Aid Office and any additional actions taken by or pending with the university. Revised March 2011.

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The University of Southern California maintains the privacy of student education records and allows students the right to inspect their education records consistent with the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (1974). The following is a summary of rights afforded students regarding their own education records. The entire text of the university’s policy concerning student education records is located in the Office of the General Counsel and in the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. 1. A student has the right to inspect and

review education records pertaining to him/ her. Should a student wish to inspect a particular education record, a request to do so should be made in writing to the university office maintaining that record. Certain records (or information contained in records), such as parental financial records and information to which the student has waived

access (e.g., confidential letters of recommendation), are excluded from the student’s right to inspection. Excluded categories of records and information are specified in the university’s policy concerning the privacy of student education records.

requests for formal hearing should be directed to the Office of the General Counsel. This provision for amendment does not apply to disputed grade information on academic transcripts. (See Disputed Academic Evaluation Procedures).

2. A student has the right to request amend-

3. The university will not release personally

ment of his/her education records. Should a student believe an education record is inaccurate or misleading, a request for amendment or correction should be addressed, in writing, to the university office maintaining the record in question. The custodian of records for that office may correct or amend the record in question or may determine that the record is accurate as it stands. In instances when a dispute cannot be resolved between the student and the office maintaining the record in question, the student may request a formal hearing by the university to resolve the issue. Questions about and

identifiable information from a student’s education records without the student’s prior written consent or an authenticated electronic signature release. Exceptions are noted in the university’s policy concerning the privacy of student education records and include: a. disclosure of information to a university official having a legitimate educational interest in the specific education record. A university official is any person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research or support staff position, a person elected to the Board of Trustees, a student serving on an official committee, or a person

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employed by or under contract to the university to perform a specific task. Such a person has a legitimate educational interest whenever he or she is performing a task that is specified in his or her position description or by a contract agreement, performing a task related to a student’s education, performing a task related to the discipline of a student, or providing a service or benefit relating to the student or student’s family (such as health care, counseling, job placement or financial aid); b. disclosure of information in connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received, when disclosure is necessary for such purposes as determining eligibility for, amount or conditions of the aid; c. disclosure of information in response to a judicial order or legally issued subpoena; d. disclosure to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll; or

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e. disclosure concerning “directory information.” The university has designated “directory information” to include a student’s address (local and permanent), telephone number (local and permanent), university email address, student identification number, student photo, USC attendance dates, USC degrees earned (with dates), academic honors, major/ minor and degree objective, expected date of graduation, previous school attended, enrollment status, whether or not the student currently is enrolled, and participation in officially recognized activities and sports. The university is under no obligation to release directory information upon request. Students wishing to restrict release of “directory information” may do so by completing the appropriate form provided by the Registrar’s Office (Registration Building Lobby). Such requests remain in effect for the academic year. The above exceptions represent a partial listing of those found in the university’s policy

concerning the privacy of student education records. 4. A student has a right to file a complaint

with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the university to comply with the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. 5. A student has a right to obtain the univer-

sity’s policy concerning the privacy of student education records. Requests should be directed to the Office of the General Counsel, the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards or the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. More general questions may be directed to the Office of the General Counsel, the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards or the Office of the Registrar, as appropriate. Additional information can also be found by visiting the Registrar’s FERPA Website at usc.edu/dept/ARR/ferpa. Revised April 2012.

The University of Southern California is committed to fostering a learning environment where free inquiry and expression are encouraged and celebrated and for which all its members share responsibility. Dissent (defined as disagreement, a difference of opinion, or thinking differently from others) is an integral aspect of expression in higher education, whether it manifests itself in a new and differing theory in quantum mechanics, a personal disagreement with a current foreign policy, opposition to a position taken by the university itself, or by some other means. The university is a diverse community based on free exchange of ideas and devoted to the use of reason and thought in the resolution of differences. Whether in free debate or in the exchange of information, this community must rely on self-restraint and selfdiscipline if it is to retain its freedom to search and question. However, when self-restraint and self-discipline fail, the university will initiate such action as necessary to prevent disruption of or substantial interference with its community and to preserve the rights of its individual members. The university’s position is set forth in the following statement on Student Rights and Responsibilities: “Students and student organizations shall be free to examine and discuss all questions of interest to them and to express opinion publicly and privately. They shall be free to support causes by all orderly means which do not disrupt or substantially interfere with the regular and essential operations and activities of the university, since such disruption or

substantial interference violates the responsible exercise of free inquiry and expression. Students and organizations shall make it clear to the academic and larger communities that in their public expression they speak only for themselves.” If any student member of the university community believes that the university has acted in an arbitrary, capricious or discriminatory manner in exercising the Policy on Free Expression and Dissent (or its related policies), he or she may submit a formal grievance as outlined in the Student Grievance Procedures. REASONABLE TIME, PLACE AND MANNER

In exercising its responsibility to provide and maintain an atmosphere of free inquiry and expression, the university may establish reasonable time, place and manner restrictions for the purpose of avoiding disruption to or substantial interference with its regular and essential operations and activities. The university will not base decisions regarding time, place and manner upon the content of the message, except as permitted in those narrow areas of expression devoid of federal or state constitutional protection. The university recognizes the crucial importance of preserving First Amendment rights and maintaining open communication and dialogue in the process of identifying and resolving problems which arise in the dynamics of life in a university community. The legitimate expression of differing opinions and concerns, including unpopular, controversial

or dissident viewpoints, is an essential element of the academic process; the imposition of these opinions and concerns upon those who in turn dissent from them is not to be condoned and is inconsistent with a university’s process and function. Lawful and peaceful demonstration as an expression of favor or dissent will be permitted and protected. On the other hand, the university will not tolerate coercive disruption, defined generally herein as activity that imposes the will of other persons or groups within the university community, outside of the established university procedures and policies for the expression of opinion and the resolution of differences. Coercive disruption is construed to include any activity which, contrary to law: a. Denies the rights of other students, the faculty or the staff of the university. b. Disrupts or obstructs educational and other activities of the university. c. Reacts to the expression of the peaceful dissent of others by attempting to deny their rights. d. Obstructs or restricts free movement of persons on any part of the university campus, including the free entry to or exit from university facilities. e. Denies or interferes with the use of offices or other facilities to the students, faculty, officers, staff or guests of the university. f. Threatens or endangers the safety of any person on the university campus. This includes but is not limited to signs on any forms of stakes.

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g. Results in damage to or destruction of property. h. Contains “fighting words” where (i) the speech, considered objectively, is abusive and insulting rather than a communication of ideas and (ii) it is actually used in an abusive manner in a situation that presents an actual danger. i. Constitutes “hate violence,” meaning any act of physical intimidation or physical harassment, physical force or physical violence, or the threat of physical force or physical violence, that is directed against any person or group, or the property of any person or group because of the ethnicity, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or political or religious beliefs of that person or group. (Acts shall not be considered “hate violence” based on speech alone, except upon a showing that the speech itself threatens violence against a specific person or group, that the person or group against whom the threat is directed reasonably fears that the violence will be committed because of the speech, and that the person threatening violence had the apparent ability to carry out the threat.) j. Makes sustained or repeated noise in a manner which substantially interferes with a speaker’s ability to communicate his or her message or the rights of others to listen.

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Since a clear differentiation between lawful or peaceful dissent and coercive disruption may often be difficult, the foregoing list is illustrative and not exhaustive; this list is expected to evolve, based on experience and changes in the law. It should be understood that the application of this policy also takes situational factors into consideration. For example, conduct appropriate at a political rally might constitute a violation of this policy if it occurred within a classroom. Any coercive disruption initiated by a visitor or a student member of the university community or occurring during any universitysanctioned activity or function may be met by the action of the university that is necessary to

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restore the order and communication required for the rational solution of problems and free debate. In addition, any coercive disruption by students may be subject to disciplinary action through the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards up to and including suspension or expulsion and/or legal action through local, state or federal courts. If any member of the university community believes that disruption of or substantial interference with the regular and essential operations and activities of the university is occurring or that this policy is otherwise being violated, the established procedure is to inform university Public Safety officers and/or university administrators. It is the responsibility of designated university officials to protect the university community to the fullest extent possible. GUIDELINES FOR CAMPUS DEMONSTRATIONS

All student members of the university community have the right to hold a demonstration (including, but not limited to, a rally, gathering, protest, parade or procession) on campus. Any property damages related to the demonstration may result in the assessment of fees associated with cleaning or repair costs to either the organization or the individuals. Reservations and prior arrangements are not required for campus demonstrations. However, if students do not make advance reservations, their event may be moved or rescheduled in order to accommodate previously scheduled reservations, in accordance with the university’s right to establish reasonable time, place, and manner for campus events. All demonstrations are encouraged to follow these guidelines, which serve as a mechanism to ensure a successful and safe demonstration: 1. Reservations for outdoor spaces or other

venues to conduct campus demonstrations are encouraged and should be made through the Student Life and Involvement (SLI) Scheduling Office online at usc.edu/campuscenter. These spaces are made available to the campus community on a first-come, first-served basis.

Students may also reserve space to protest approved speakers, presenters or programs as long as those protests are consistent with the guidelines stated in the Reasonable Time, Place and Manner section of this policy. 2. Representatives of the sponsoring organi-

zation wishing to stage a demonstration are encouraged to complete an Outdoor Event Questionnaire and a USC Event Permit Application at least two weeks prior to the demonstration. The SLI staff will check on the availability of the venue requested and can facilitate communication with Safety and Risk Management, Operations and Maintenance, Public Safety and Student Affairs, as needed. 3. Representatives of the organization spon-

soring a demonstration are encouraged to attend a meeting with the Director of Campus Activities or other Student Affairs staff so that expectations, rights and responsibilities are mutually understood. The sponsoring organization is responsible for the behavior of the organization’s members and of guests from off campus. Informing these members and guests of the university’s expectations is the responsibility of the sponsoring organization’s representatives. The sponsoring organization’s representatives should also explain to the organization’s members and guests the individual and organizational implications for failure to adhere to these expectations. 4. When a campus demonstration is sched-

uled, organizers can expect the university personnel present (typically staff from the Division of Student Affairs) to help ensure that organizers’ rights are protected and the university’s regular and essential operations and activities continue. Such regular and essential operations and activities include, but are not limited to, classes, meetings, and the standard operation of university offices and facilities. As the university is concerned about the entire university community and visitors, particular attention will be spent on managing crowds, maintaining access to buildings, sidewalks, streets, etc. and personal safety for all. Revised December 2007.

Computing Policies Because the use of computers and computing facilities is central to the learning experience at USC, it is important for all students to understand the policies governing the use of computing resources and appropriate behaviors in an electronic community. To that end, the university has developed a set of computing policies for members of the university community, regarding electronic communications, the use of computing resources at USC,

compliance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DCMA) and other related topics. All of these policies are available online at usc.edu/its/policies. Students are expected to read and abide by all policies located at this site and check this page for updates, as these policies are subject to change. All electronic information under this Website supersedes all printed computing policies. Revised April 2007.

UNIVERSITY EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS TO STUDENTS Email Notification Policy

Email has been adopted as the primary mechanism for sending official communications to students at the University of Southern California. Students, therefore, must check email regularly in order to stay abreast of important messages and notifications. Failure to read official university communications sent to students’ official email addresses

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does not absolve students from knowing and complying with the content of official communications. Faculty may use students’ official email addresses as the official out-of-class means of communicating with students registered in their classes. Students must comply with course requirements communicated to them by email. Implementation

All students are assigned an official university email address that will be maintained in the university’s email directory for at least one year after the student’s last enrollment at the university.

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All official university communications for students will be sent to the student’s official university email address. Students may forward their email from their official university email address to another email address of their choice. The university, however, is not responsible for email forwarded to another email address. Revised April 2007. UNIVERSITY STUDENT WEBSITE DISCLAIMER Student Website Disclaimer Policy

The University of Southern California protects its students’ rights of free speech

and academic freedom on student Websites. Because student Websites are hosted on official university servers, however, the university automatically places a disclaimer on each student site. The disclaimer reads as follows: USC does not control the content herein and takes no responsibility for any inaccurate, offensive, indecent or objectionable content, which is the sole responsibility of the individual student author. Students may not remove or otherwise take steps to defeat this disclaimer. Any attempt to do so will be cause for disciplinary action. Revised April 2004.

Policy and Procedures on Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Assault

INTRODUCTION

The University of Southern California expects that all members of the university community – students, faculty, staff and friends – should be able to pursue their work and education in a safe environment, free from sexual coercion, violence and sexual intimidation. The university community is committed to fostering a safe campus environment where sexual misconduct and violence are unacceptable, and where survivors or those who believe they were harmed by another in violation of this policy are provided support and avenues of redress as appropriate. All members of the university community are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others. The University Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Assault Policy and Procedures have been developed to reaffirm these principles and to provide recourse for individuals whose rights have been violated. Other related policies include: Policy on Sexual Harassment, page 162, and Policy on Stalking, page 164. National studies indicate that one in five women are victims of attempted or completed sexual assault while they are in college. A report prepared by the National Institute of Justice found that 6.1 percent of males were also victims of attempted or completed sexual assaults while in college. Statistics on sexual violence are taken very seriously by the university. Sexual assault can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity or socioeconomic status. The university is committed to providing a consistent, timely and caring response to anyone who is sexually violated or assaulted within the campus community.

The University of Southern California provides sexual violence prevention education to its campus community each year. To this end, Orientation Programs, in partnership with the Center for Women and Men, provides mandatory sexual violence prevention education for all new students who attend orientation. Additionally, the Center for Women and Men provides programming throughout the year for the reduction and prevention of sexual misconduct, domestic violence, stalking and sexual harassment. The Department of Public Safety offers self-defense training by request for the purposes of risk reduction. The nature of sexual misconduct or assault, particularly by an acquaintance, date or partner, makes it difficult for many students to report their experience. For this reason, the Center for Women and Men is designated as a place where individuals may seek confidential assistance. Staff at the Student Health Center and Student Counseling Center also assure confidentiality to students seeking their services. Other university offices have differing obligations, however, with regard to reporting requirements. While the university recognizes that a survivor may wish to preserve her or his privacy after a traumatic experience, it should also be understood that the university has a responsibility to maintain the integrity and safety of the campus as a whole and that certain information may therefore be made public. Where circumstances exist that are deemed a danger to the university community at large, pertinent details about a sexual assault will immediately be publicly released. Further, the Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act (the Clery Act) of 1990 mandates the annual disclosure of statistics of sexual assaults known to have occurred within the university’s jurisdiction. Incidents reported to the Student Health Center are included in these statistics, along with statistics from the Department of Public Safety and Campus Security Authorities. No identifying information is disclosed about survivors in this statistical reporting.

Other inappropriate conduct may also be disclosed confidentially to the Center for Women and Men or reported formally without confidentiality to the Department of Public Safety and/or the Los Angeles Police Department. Other such inappropriate conduct may include: repeated telephone or email contacts of a lewd or obscene nature, personal threats, stalking, domestic violence and sexual harassment. DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this policy, sexual misconduct is defined as any sexual act perpetrated upon a person: 1. without his or her consent; 2. where the assailant uses physical force,

threat, coercion or intimidation to overpower or control the survivor; 3. where the survivor fears that she or he or

another person will be injured or otherwise harmed if she or he does not submit; 4. where the survivor has an impaired ability

to give or withhold consent due to the influence of alcohol or other drugs; or 5. where consent is otherwise not freely given.

A sexual act includes, but is not limited to, actual or attempted intercourse, sexual touching, fondling and groping. Consent is defined as positive cooperation. Consent is informed, knowing and voluntary. Consent is active, not passive. Silence, in and of itself, cannot be interpreted as consent. When people consent to sexual activity, they will have indicated, verbally or otherwise, that they are participating willingly, freely and voluntarily. Consent is an ongoing process in any sexual interaction. Consent may be withdrawn at any time during a sexual interaction. The existence of a dating relationship between the persons involved, or the fact of past sexual relations between them, should never by itself be assumed to be an indicator of consent.

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This policy and procedure applies only to student-on-student matters. There is a separate university policy for allegations concerning staff, faculty or student workers, which may be found on the university’s Website.

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If you have sexual activity with someone you know to be – or should know to be – mentally or physically incapacitated (by alcohol or other drug use, unconsciousness or passed out), you are in violation of this policy. Incapacitation is a state where one cannot make a rational, reasonable decision because he or she lacks the ability to understand the who, what, when, where, why or how of the sexual interaction. The Student Conduct Code (Section 11.53, page 142) lists three codes related to sexual violence. a. Engaging in non-consensual sexual conduct or lewd, indecent or obscene behavior, which is sexual in nature, within the university community or at universitysponsored activities. b. Non-consensual actual or attempted intercourse, sexual touching, fondling and/or groping. c. A sexual act, either attempted or completed, when vaginal, anal or oral penetration takes place without the consent of the person penetrated, whereby intimidation, force, violence, threats or coercion are used. Students should understand that the following circumstances apply to any of the above listed standards or any other kind of sexual misconduct by an individual student or in concert with others:

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consensual is defined as sexual misconduct whether the assailant is a stranger or an acquaintance of the complainant; • Intoxication of the accused does not diminish his or her responsibility for a sexual misconduct act; • In situations where the complainant is incapacitated or incapable of giving consent, which includes but is not limited to when the complainant is unable to consent due to consumption of alcohol or drugs, the accused is responsible for misconduct if the accused sexually violates the complainant.

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Sexual harassment is defined in the university’s separate policy on sexual harassment. RESPONSE TO REPORTS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND SEXUAL MISCONDUCT

The university is committed to creating a campus environment that both promotes and expedites prompt reporting and timely and fair adjudication of sexual misconduct cases. Students who are survivors of sexual misconduct or assault or attempted assault, are provided with supportive services and are entitled to certain rights that shall be accorded by all university officers, administrators and employees. Students who believe they have experienced sexual misconduct may file a formal complaint with the university and/ or pursue criminal charges or legal remedies. For the purposes of this policy, the alleged assailants will be referred to as the “named

student(s)” and the student filing the report of sexual misconduct will be referred to as the “reporting student(s).” These rights include, but are not limited to, the following:

is a violation of this policy whether or not the underlying claim of sexual assault is proven. The reporting student has the option of participation within the university’s judicial proceeding. Should the reporting student choose not to participate, the university still retains the right to proceed with disciplinary action.

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university officials from reporting an assault to both on-campus and off-campus authorities. The right to be informed of their reporting options with regard to notifying law enforcement authorities, and to be assisted in notifying such authorities if they so choose. The right to be free from pressure to report assaults as lesser offenses than the reporting student perceive them to be. The right to be free from any suggestion that a reporting student somehow contributed to or had a shared responsibility in the assault. The right to have sexual misconduct incidents investigated by the proper civil and criminal authorities, and to have the full and prompt assistance and cooperation of campus personnel in this regard (in addition to any campus disciplinary proceedings via the University Student Conduct Code, Section 10.00, page 138). The right to the same level of support at any proceeding of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards as is permitted to both the reporting student and the named student(s); and the right to be notified in a timely manner of the outcome of such proceeding. The right to full and prompt cooperation from campus personnel in obtaining and securing evidence (including medical evidence) necessary for any potential criminal proceedings. The right to have access to existing campus counseling and medical professionals, victim support services, and to be given referrals to off-campus counseling and support services if desired. The right to live, attend classes and work in an environment free from unwanted contact or proximity with named student(s) insofar as the university is able. The university will change a reporting student’s academic and living situation after an alleged sex offense if those changes are requested by the reporting student and the requested changes are reasonably available. Options for changes include, but are not limited to: termination of an existing housing contract, assistance in locating alternative housing and/ or withdrawal from classes. The university will not support retaliation against any person for exercising the right to make a formal or informal sexual misconduct complaint, to use any of the informal processes provided by the university or to testify or offer evidence connected with a complaint. Retaliation

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE SEXUALLY ASSAULTED

If you or someone you know has been sexually assaulted recently, there can be timesensitive decisions to make about preventing sexually transmitted infections, preventing pregnancy and collecting physical evidence. Students who have been sexually assaulted are advised to proceed with the following: Immediate Action to Take

• Go to a safe location. • Contact the confidential Center for

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Women and Men (CWM) at (213) 7404900 (24 hours) for medical resources, emotional support and advocacy. If you prefer to seek confidential counseling off campus, call the Rape Treatment Center, (310) 319-4000 (24 hours), or Peace Over Violence, (213) 626-3393 (24 hours). Get medical care as soon as possible. Go to a hospital, emergency room or a specialized forensic clinic that works with sexual assault survivors. Some options in Los Angeles include the Rape Treatment Center, (310) 319-4000 (24 hours), and the Violence Intervention Program, (323) 226-3961 (24 hours). Both locations provide medical care and the collection of forensic evidence. You may also request medications for the prevention of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, and emergency contraception. If you think you may have been given a rape drug, request that the hospital or clinic take a urine and blood sample. These samples need to be collected quickly as these drugs leave the system quickly. If you want to report the crime immediately, notify the Department of Public Safety (DPS) at (213) 740-4321 (24 hours) and/or call 911 or (626) 793-3385 (24 hours). Preserve all physical evidence of the assault, even if you are unsure whether you want to report the crime. Do not shower, bathe, douche, eat, drink, wash your hands or brush your teeth until after you have had a medical examination. Save all the clothing you were wearing at the time of the assault and bring them and any other potential evidence to the medical exam. Place each item of clothing in a separate paper bag (do not use plastic bags). Do not clean or disturb the area where the assault occurred. Call a trusted friend, family member or someone else who can provide support. If more than one week has passed since the assault, or if you are certain that you

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Follow-up Action to Take:

If the alleged assailant is a USC student, you can file a formal report with the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards (SJACS) at (213) 821-7373. This can be done in addition to filing a report with DPS and filing a Los Angeles Police Department report. Students should note that any report filed with DPS, whereby the accused individual is a named student, will be given to SJACS, which will move forward on appropriate action. • Talk to a counselor for emotional support and advocacy. You can speak confidentially with a counselor on campus at the Center for Women and Men, (213) 740-4900 (24 hours). If you prefer to seek confidential counseling off campus, call the Rape Treatment Center, (310) 3194000 (24 hours), or Peace Over Violence, (213) 626-3393 (24 hours). • The CWM and/or SJACS can meet with the reporting student to explain the process and provide the option to participate in the judicial proceeding. Reporting individuals do retain the option to participate, however, the university may still proceed with its investigation in the absence of cooperation by the reporting party. • Students who have been sexually violated have up to two years, from date of incident, to report the sexual misconduct. CONFIDENTIALITY

Students who have been sexually assaulted or are victims of sexual misconduct should be reminded that they may receive confidential assistance from the Center for Women and Men and from the Student Health Center. All other university personnel who have been deemed Campus Security Authorities are required to notify the Department of Public Safety upon receiving a report of sexual assault. Resident advisers (RAs) are not considered to be Campus Security Authorities, and are therefore not required to notify the Department of Public Safety upon receiving a report of sexual misconduct. They are, however, under their name, required to file an anonymous report on behalf of the student and to refer the student to the Center for Women and Men immediately upon receiving such a report. A student who tells her or his RA about a sexual misconduct incident will be informed of this requirement, but will be assured of the confidentiality of any ensuing contact which may be made by the Center for Women and Men.

NAMED STUDENTS

When a report is made alleging that sexual misconduct has been perpetuated by a student against another individual, the university is committed to providing a fair and appropriate adjudication, in addition to assisting the law enforcement authorities with any criminal investigation that might occur. A student who is named in a report of sexual misconduct against an individual is entitled to an adviser. The adviser offers information and support to the named student, and ensures that the named student understands the roles of any individuals, offices or departments that may be involved in responding to the reported incident. The adviser may accompany the named student to all proceedings of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. The adviser also provides referrals to counseling or other support services on and off campus if desired. Students should understand that the use of alcohol or other drugs in no way diminishes their personal responsibility for acts of sexual misconduct perpetrated while under the influence of such substances. Retaliation

It is a violation of the Student Conduct Code (11.55) to retaliate (intimidate, threaten or impede an investigation) against any person for exercising the right to make a complaint. Retaliation is a violation of this policy whether or not the underlying claim of sexual assault is proven. Anyone who perceives retaliation should immediately notify the appropriate department that may initiate a formal investigation under the Student Conduct Code. In the event of an assault by or against staff, faculty or a student worker, the Office of Equity and Diversity should be notified or will be notified by the reporting party or the Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards office. The Office of Equity and Diversity will conduct the investigation. The Office of Equity and Diversity also houses the Title IX coordinator and investigates all Title IX complaints against the university, as well as retaliation complaints related to Title IX reports. SANCTIONS

Offenders are subject to disciplinary action as outlined in the university Student Conduct Code (Section 11.80, page 142) printed in SCampus. If found responsible for any violation of the Student Conduct Code, one or more of the following sanctions may be imposed for violations of this university policy: 11.81

Expulsion from the University: Permanent termination of student status. Permanent notation will appear on the student’s transcript. The student will be excluded from all classes, seminars and programs; will not be

allowed to participate in any university-sponsored activity; may not receive a USC degree; and is barred from university premises. If the expulsion becomes effective during a semester for which the student currently is enrolled, the student’s enrollment will be cancelled by the university resulting in marks of “W” for the enrolled courses on the student’s academic transcript. 11.82

Suspension from the University: Termination of student status for a specified but limited period of time. A permanent notation will be made on the student’s transcript indicating the period of suspension and the date of removal of suspension. During the period of suspension, the student will be excluded from all classes, seminars and programs; will not be allowed to participate in any university-sponsored activity; and is barred from university premises. A restriction will be placed prohibiting the student from performing any registration transactions during the period of suspension. The restriction will not be removed, and the student will not be allowed to perform registration transactions, until the stated period of suspension has expired. During the period of suspension, the student may not complete academic work elsewhere that may be counted toward the completion of a USC degree. Violation of the conditions of suspension, university policies or regulations during the period of suspension may be cause for further disciplinary action, usually in the form of expulsion from the university. Normally after the suspension, the student will be on disciplinary probation for a specified period of time. If the suspension becomes effective during a semester for which the student currently is enrolled, the student’s enrollment will be cancelled by the university resulting in marks of “W” for the enrolled courses on the student’s academic transcript. 11.83

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do not want the collection of forensic evidence, University Park Health Center, (213) 740-9355, provides medical care, including emergency contraception and testing for sexually transmitted infections.

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participation in university-sponsored activities; and exclusion from university premises. B. Interim Action: Includes, but is not limited

to, exclusion from university housing or a specified portion thereof, or from other specified activities or areas of the campus as set forth in the written notice of Interim Action. 11.84

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puting resources for any purpose, including academic work. Loss of privilege may be temporary or permanent.

Disciplinary Probation: Indicates that the student has engaged in unacceptable behavior and may be required to report to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards and meet specific conditions related to the violation during the probationary period. Additionally, the student is given written notice that any further violations of university policies may result in more severe sanctions such as eviction from university housing, suspension, dismissal from an academic unit or expulsion from the university. 11.89

Disciplinary Warning: Written reprimand for violations of specified university policies or regulations, including notice to the student that continued or repeated violations may be cause for further disciplinary action, normally in the form of disciplinary probation, suspension or expulsion. 11.90

Restitution: Reimbursement for damage to university property or for misappropriation of university property or services may be imposed in combination with other disciplinary action where appropriate. The student may be required to make reimbursement to the university for property damages incurred as a result of a violation of this code. Such reimbursement may take the form of monetary payment or appropriate service to repair or otherwise compensate for damages. Restitution may be assigned for minor damage to the property of individuals or groups within the university community, but adjudication of student discipline usually will defer determination of significant restitution to other appropriate processes.

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Restriction or Loss of Computing Privileges: Consequences for violation of the University Computing Policies or violations involving use of university computing services may include:

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Policy on Sexual Harassment The University of Southern California is committed to maintaining an environment which is conducive to learning and scholarship and free from sexual harassment. To this end, formal written policies have been developed that specify certain behaviors which fall within the definition of sexual harassment and which

are therefore subject to discipline. This policy specifies those behaviors by students which fall within the definition of sexual harassment and which are therefore subject to sanction. The policy governing faculty or staff behaviors which fall within the definition of sexual harassment can be found at policies.usc.edu/ p3empWorkplace/DHSHSA.pdf.

Students have the right to be free from sexual harassment by other students, or by staff or faculty. The university president has issued statements on sexual harassment and on tolerance, and USC has policies: (1) prohibiting sexual harassment by students, (2) committing the university to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination, (3) providing

for resolution of grievances, and (4) manifesting the university’s commitment to academic freedom, academic tenure and full academic due process. The university will respond promptly to formal complaints of sexual harassment. All complaints and violations will be fully investigated and the proper remedial steps will be taken if a violation is found, so as to ensure a work and educational environment that is free from harassment. I. POLICY A. Definition of Sexual Harassment

Conduct is sexual harassment if it is an unwelcome sexual advance; request for sexual favors; or any other verbal, physical or visual behavior of a sexual nature in the following situations: 1. Quid pro quo. Submission to such conduct

is made, either explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual’s academic evaluation or employment; or submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as a basis for any academic evaluation or employment decision affecting that individual; or 2. Discriminatorily abusive or hostile envi-

ronment. Such conduct (intentionally or unintentionally) is severe or pervasive enough to create an objectively abusive or hostile work or academic environment: that is, an environment that some victim perceives as abusive or hostile and that a reasonable man or a reasonable woman would find abusive or hostile. Such conduct need not be directed at a particular individual. If a complaint is made that an environment is discriminatorily abusive or hostile, the following factors will be considered: the totality of the circumstances; the frequency of the conduct; the severity of the conduct; whether the conduct unreasonably interferes with the complainant’s work or educational performance; whether the conduct was physically threatening or humiliating, or a merely offensive utterance; and its effect on the victim’s psychological well-being. B. Participation

Participation by the harassed person in the conduct is not determinative in deciding whether or not the conduct was unwelcome; the individual may have acquiesced or consented out of fear or coercion. C. Intent not a Defense

It is no defense to a claim of sexual harassment that the alleged harasser did not intend to harass. D. Types of Sexual Harassment

In the context of the definition given in the preceding Section A: • Verbal sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to, written or spoken epithets; derogatory or sexually suggestive

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comments or slurs about an individual’s body or dress; questions or statements about sexual activity (other than in an appropriate context such as academic study of such activity); sexual jokes and innuendo; whistling or suggestive sounds; or persistent, rejected requests for dates or to have sex. • Physical sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to, assault, stalking, impeding or blocking movement, physical interference with normal work or movement, touching, fondling, intentional brushing against an individual’s body. • Visual sexual harassment may include, but is not limited to, sexually suggestive objects, pictures or letters; obscene gestures; parties with nude dancers or pornographic movies. Some illustrative examples: • A student makes suggestive or insulting gestures, sounds or whistles each time a particular student or student group walks by; • A student gropes another student; • A student sends repeated text messages of an explicit nature to someone who did not ask to engage in a sexual conversation (electronic or otherwise); • A student repeatedly and inappropriately makes sexual comments to another student during class sessions; • A student sends sexually explicit comments or messages on class-related chat boards (such as Blackboard). E. Applicability Outside the University

The academic or work relationship between the parties extends at times beyond the physical university site and beyond university class time. Therefore, evidence of sexual harassment can include, but is not limited to, offsite, outside the classroom, or after-hours functions and events under the aegis of the university or student organizations. F. Assistance for Students

Students who have been sexually harassed are entitled to receive confidential assistance from the Center for Women and Men. Counselors are available for emotional support and advocacy. You can speak with a counselor on campus confidentially 24 hours a day at the Center for Women and Men, (213) 740-4900. G. Retaliation

The law, university policy and the Student Conduct Code all prohibit threatened, attempted or actual retaliation against anyone who, in good faith, brings a complaint of discrimination or harassment as they are defined in this policy; participates in a discrimination or harassment investigation or hearing; or protests alleged discrimination, harassment or retaliation. Acts of actual, threatened or attempted retaliation should immediately be reported to and investigated by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community

Standards for student-on-student matters, and the Office of Equity and Diversity for matters involving staff and faculty. Retaliation is a violation of this policy whether or not the underlying claim of sexual harassment is proven. Disciplinary sanctions are listed under the Student Conduct Code 11.80. H. Procedure

The University of Southern California adheres to the use of a “preponderance of the evidence” standard. The timeframe for investigation and processing of complaints is 60 days or less; however, the university may in its discretion extend this time period. The complainant and respondent are both provided with a summary of the findings, which include the legal standard applied to the case and the reasoning supporting the decision. Where a report is made alleging that sexual harassment has been perpetuated by a student against another individual, the university is committed to providing a fair and appropriate adjudication. For complaints brought forward by staff or faculty against a student, following a finding of policy violation by the Office of Equity and Diversity, the matter will be referred to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards for adjudication. For a complaint brought forward by a student against another student, the matter will be investigated and adjudicated by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. Students are afforded a fair, impartial review using a “preponderance of the evidence” standard. The University Student Conduct Code and a summary of the process is outlined on page 139 or may be obtained from the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards (Student Union 206, (213) 821-7373). Information on the staff and faculty sexual harassment policy may be found at : policies.usc.edu/ p3empWorkplace/DHSHSA.pdf. II. COMPLAINT PROCEDURES

For complaints against a faculty or staff member, or to report violations of Title IX, please contact Jody Shipper, director, Office of Equity and Diversity (CUB Building), 3720 S. Flower Street, 2nd Floor, (213) 740-5086. Complaints that involve a student as the named individual will be forwarded to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards for investigation and review. The full text of the University Student Conduct Code can be found on page 138. All decisions rendered by the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards may be appealed by either the reporting or accused parties as described on page 149. Revised May 2012.

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Policy on Stalking STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

The University of Southern California takes allegations of stalking seriously and will respond appropriately to reports, acts and allegations of staking. The university also is committed to supporting victims of stalking through the appropriate provision of safety and support services. This policy applies to all students of the University of Southern California. The purpose of this policy is to provide a learning atmosphere and an environment that is free of harassment or stalking. Stalking is experienced by women and men of all races, ethnicities, religions, ages, abilities and sexual orientations. It can affect every aspect of a victim’s life. It often begins with phone calls, emails, text messages or letters and may escalate to include physical violence. DISCIPLINE

Students engaging in stalking behaviors or harassment will be subject to disciplinary action through the USC Student Conduct Code. Stalking is a crime in California and is subject to criminal prosecution, if reported to law enforcement. DEFINITIONS

For the purposes of this policy, stalking is defined as a course of conduct directed at a specific person that causes a reasonable person to feel fear or apprehension. “Course of conduct” means behavior composed of more than one act across a period time, however short, evidencing a continuity of purpose. “Harassment” means willful conduct directed at a specific person that seriously alarms, annoys, torments or terrorizes the person and that serves no legitimate purpose.

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The following list provides examples of behaviors often seen in stalking cases. Engaging directly or indirectly in one of these behaviors by itself may not constitute stalking but still may be considered harassment. Stalking includes behaviors or activities occurring on more than one occasion that collectively would cause a reasonable person to feel fear or apprehension and/or a threat to her or his safety, mental health or physical health, including, but not limited to: • Non-consensual communication, including face-to-face, telephone calls, voice messages, emails, text messages, postings on social networking sites, written letters, gifts or any other communications that are undesired. • Use of online, electronic or digital technologies, including - Posting picture(s) or information on social networking sites or other Websites. - Sending unwanted or unsolicited email or chat requests.

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- Posting private or public messages on school bulletin boards or Internet sites. - Installing spyware on another person’s computer. - Using Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to monitor another person. Pursuing, following, waiting or showing up uninvited at or near a course, classroom, residence, workplace or other places frequented by the victim. Surveillance or other types of observation, including staring or “peeping.” Trespassing. Vandalizing property. Non-consensual touching. Verbally or physically threatening. Gathering information about an individual from friends, family or co-workers. Threatening to harm self or others. Defaming by lying to others about the victim (e.g., rumors of infidelity, etc.). Third-party stalking or stalking by proxy.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE BEEN OR ARE BEING STALKED

• If you feel you are in danger, immediately call the USC Department of Public Safety (DPS) at (213) 740-4321. • Contact support services such as the USC Center for Women and Men at (213) 7404900. Staff there can help develop a safety plan, seek a temporary restraining order or other no-contact orders, and provide counseling. • Try to retain documentation of the stalking incidents such as messages and/or other items. • Keep a log of the dates and ways that the other person contacted you or attempted to contact you. REPORTING STALKING AND HARASSMENT

The University of Southern California encourages reporting of all incidents of stalking to a campus security officers and/or law enforcement authorities. Advocates from the USC Center for Women and Men are available to inform students who have been or are being stalked of the reporting procedures and offer appropriate referrals, including confidential counseling. The following methods of reporting are available to students: 1. Filing a report with the USC Department of Public Safety. 2. Filing a criminal report with the appropriate law enforcement agency. 3. Filing an anonymous report through USC Department of Public Safety’s online Silent Witness form, capsnet.usc.edu/dps/ SilentWitness.cfm. Legal or disciplinary action requires a formal complaint be filed with the appropriate office.

RIGHTS

Members of the campus community who have been stalked are provided support services and are entitled to certain rights that shall be accorded by USC DPS officers, administrators and employees. For the purposes of this policy, the alleged perpetrator(s) will be referred to as the “named party(s)” and the person(s) filing the report of stalking will be referred to as the “reporting party(s).” These rights include, but are not limited to, the following: • The right to be treated with respect and dignity. • The right to be informed of options with regard to notifying law enforcement authorities and to be assisted in notifying such authorities, if the reporting party so chooses. • The right to have access to existing campus counseling and medical professionals and victim support services and to be given referrals to off-campus counseling and support services. • The right to live, attend classes and work in an environment free from unwanted contact from the named party insofar as the university is able to achieve. • The right to seek to restrict named party’s access to the University of Southern California in certain circumstances. The right for the reporting party’s academic and university living situation to be changed where appropriate and reasonably available. Options for changes include, but are not limited to, reassignment of existing housing and/ or withdrawal from classes. CONFIDENTIALITY

Students who have been stalked or are the survivors of gender-based abuse or harm may receive confidential assistance from the USC Center for Women and Men and from the Student Health Center. The Student Health Center staff is required to file an anonymous report on behalf of the student and to refer the student to the USC Center for Women and Men immediately upon receiving such a report. A student who informs the Student Health Center staff about experiencing stalking will be informed of this requirement and will be assured of the confidentiality of any ensuing contact that may be made by the USC Center for Women and Men. All other university personnel who have been deemed Campus Security Authorities are required to notify the USC Department of Public Safety upon receiving a report of stalking. NAMED STUDENTS

Where a report is made of stalking that allegedly has been perpetrated by a student, the university is committed to providing a fair and appropriate adjudication, in addition to assist-

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ing the law enforcement authorities with any criminal investigation that may occur as allowable by law. Student offenders are subject to disciplinary sanction as outlined in section 11.80 of the Student Conduct Code. CAMPUS RESOURCES USC Center for Women and Men

(213) 740-4900 usc.edu/cwm

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• Health Sciences Campus emergency: (213) 442-1000 capsnet.usc.edu/DPS OFF-CAMPUS RESOURCES Peace Over Violence

(877) 633.0044 (stalking hotline) peaceoverviolence.org/contact

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National Domestic Violence Hotline

(800) 799-SAFE; (866) 331-8453 (TTY) National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (Washington, DC)

ncadv.org Privacy Rights Clearinghouse (San Diego, CA)

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ncvc.org/src/Main.aspx

Adopted May 2010.

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• University Park Campus emergency: (213) 740-4321

Non-discrimination Policy The University of Southern California is an equal opportunity employer and educator. Proudly pluralistic and firmly committed to providing equal opportunity for outstanding men and women of every race, creed and background, the University of Southern California strives to build a community in which each person respects the rights of other people to be proud of who and what they are, to live, work and learn in peace and dignity, and to have an equal opportunity to realize their full potential as individuals and members of society. To this end, the university places great emphasis on those values and virtues that bind us together as human beings and members of the Trojan Family. The university enthusiastically supports this policy in its entirety, and expects that every person associated with the university will give continuing support to its implementation. The University of Southern California is firmly committed to complying with all applicable laws and governmental regulations at the federal, state and local levels which

prohibit discrimination against, or which mandate that special consideration be given to, students and applicants for admission, or faculty, staff and applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, disabled veteran or veteran of the Vietnam era, or any other characteristic which may from time to time be specified in such laws and regulations. This policy also shall apply to the administration of any of the university’s educational programs and activities. Gender includes both the actual sex of an employee or applicant for employment and that person’s gender identity, appearance or behavior, whether or not that identity, appearance or behavior is traditionally associated with that person’s sex at birth. An otherwise qualified individual must not be discriminated against or excluded from admission, employment or participation in educational programs and activities solely by reason of his or her disability. This policy applies to all personnel actions such as recruiting, hiring, promotion, compensation,

benefits, transfers, layoffs, return from layoff, training, education, tuition assistance and other programs. This good faith effort to comply is made even when such laws and regulations conflict with each other. The University of Southern California seeks compliance with all statutes prohibiting discrimination in education, including Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 which respectively prohibit discrimination. Questions regarding the application of the various rules and regulations concerning equal employment opportunity and the affirmative action plan should be addressed to the Office of Equity and Diversity at (213) 740-5086. The university’s Title IX coordinator is the executive director of the Office of Equity and Diversity, (213) 740-5086, oed@usc.edu. The university’s AgeDA coordinator is the executive director of the Office of Equity and Diversity. Revised November 2011.

DEFINITIONS

A grievance arises when a student believes, based on established administrative policies and procedures, that he or she has been treated in an arbitrary or capricious manner by a university department or a representative of the university. GRIEVANCES COVERED BY THIS POLICY

A grievance against a university official arises when a student believes he or she has been subjected to inappropriate behavior by a department or university representative (faculty or staff) acting within their role and duty.

A grievance of personal misconduct by a faculty member or other university employee arises when a student believes he or she is the subject of inappropriate behavior outside of the employee’s role and duties within the university. GRIEVANCES NOT COVERED BY THIS POLICY INCLUDE:

• Grade disputes, academic evaluation disputes and other matters related to a faculty member’s assigned duties. The grievance process for these disputes is found in the Academic Policies section of SCampus (see page 153). • Issues of sexual harassment or discrimination. These issues should be referred to Title IX coordinator/AgeDA coordinator/

executive director of the Office of Equity and Diversity (Credit Union Building 2nd Floor, (213) 740-5086, oed@usc.edu). SCampus outlines the Policy on Sexual Harassment (see page 162). INFORMAL GRIEVANCE RESOLUTION

Prior to bringing a grievance forward against a university office or representative acting within their role or duty, students are encouraged to attempt a good-faith resolution of the grievance. This attempt may be made with the party directly involved with the disputed matter, or with the head of the department or unit in which the grievance arises. Please note that there are cases when it is appropriate to go directly to the formal grievance resolution process.

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Attempts at information resolution should be initiated within 30 days of the incident in dispute. FORMAL GRIEVANCE RESOLUTION

Should a situation arise in which a student is unable to resolve his or her grievance informally, the university’s formal grievance process may be employed. This process, outlined below, should also be initiated within 30 days of the failed informal resolution if applicable. Step I

A formal grievance is presented in writing to the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs (Student Union 201). This written grievance must include the following:

• Name, address and phone number of the person making the grievance;

• Identification of the office or individual against whom the grievance is brought;

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• A description of the specific university action or individual behavior resulting in this grievance; • The date or period of time in which the behavior occurred and the location of the incident; and • A listing of all individuals who witnessed any part of the incident in dispute. Step II

Upon receipt of the formal grievance, a designee is appointed by the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs to investigate the dispute. If the grievance involves a university office or representative acting within their role or duty, the investigator determines the involvement of pertinent supervisors, department chairs and deans in the investigation. Depending upon the grievance, pertinent data (interviews, etc.) will be gathered by the investigator or the university office involved in the grievance. This data is

then presented to the department for resolution. If the complainant and the respondent do not agree through informal resolution, a formal hearing becomes necessary. In a formal hearing, the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs appoints a panel or administrator to make a recommendation to the cognizant administrator. Copies of the detailed protocol may be obtained from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs (Student Union 201). If the grievance is based on personal misconduct by a faculty member or other university employee, the investigator gathers pertinent information and presents it to either the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs (faculty complaint) or the Office of the Senior Vice President for Administration (staff complaint). The Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs assists the appropriate office with resolution and the resolution process. Revised November 2011.

Policy Against Hazing The University of Southern California expects that all members of the university community will observe and fully comply with the State of California Education Code requirements on hazing. In addition, all students are expected to adhere to related regulations set forth by their respective inter/national, regional or local organizations and university policies concerning practices commonly referred to as hazing. It is the responsibility of the officers of organizations to be informed of all the above mentioned regulations and to see that they are brought to the attention of the rest of the membership.

ties. This list is intended to provide examples of hazing. As it is impossible to anticipate every situation that could involve hazing, this list should not be considered to be all-inclusive. For clarification of this hazing policy and what activities are included, contact the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development, or the Office of Campus Activities. 1. All forms of physical activity not a part of

an organized athletic contest and not specifically directed toward constructive work.

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32051. No student, or any other person in attendance at any public, private, parochial, or military school, community college, college, or other educational institution, shall conspire to engage in hazing, participate in hazing, or commit any act that causes or is likely to cause bodily danger, physical harm, or personal degradation or disgrace resulting in physical or mental harm to any fellow student or person attending the institution. The violation of this section is a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine of not less than one hundred dollars ($100) nor more than five thousand dollars ($5,000), or imprisonment in the county jail for not more than one year, or both.

result in illegal activity, pledge ditches, kidnaps and the like.

B. POLICY CONCERNING HAZING

The University of Southern California’s policy with respect to hazing prohibits any students from engaging collectively or individually in any of the following practices as a part of any programs or general activi-

3. Such activities as scavenger hunts, which

4. Depriving students of sufficient sleep

(eight consecutive hours per day minimum). 5. Not providing decent and edible meals (no

unusual combinations or preparation, colored foods, etc.). 6. Depriving students access to means of

maintaining a normal schedule of bodily cleanliness (including a minimum of one shower per day). 7. Forcing, coercing or permitting students

to eat or drink foreign or unusual substances such as raw meat, salt water, onions, etc. 8. Nudity or forcing or allowing students to

dress in a degrading manner. 9. Forcing, coercing or permitting students

to drink excessive amounts of any substance, including alcohol, water, liquids, foods or other substances.

10. Branding any part of the body. 11. Psychological hazing, which is defined as

any act or peer pressure which is likely to: (a) compromise the dignity of any student affiliated with the organization, (b) cause embarrassment or shame to any student affiliated with the organization, (c) cause any student affiliated with the organization to be the object of malicious amusement or ridicule, or (d) cause psychological harm or substantial emotional strain. C. PROCEDURES FOR DEALING WITH A HAZING INCIDENT

Anyone with information about a hazing incident which violates university policy has a responsibility to report it to the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, the Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development staff, Campus Activities or the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. D. LOSS OF RECOGNITION AND PROBATION FOR STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Following a proved allegation of hazing, individual members and officers of the organization may be subject to disciplinary action by the university, up to and including suspension and permanent dismissal from the university. Additionally, the student organization may lose its recognition/registration. Loss of recognition/registration may begin immediately after a decision finding hazing is finalized. In order to regain recognition/registration a student organization may be required to suspend activities such as:

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recruitment of new members changes in membership status social functions officer elections participation in voting groups of associated organizations (e.g., Student Assemblies, Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, etc.) or participation in their sponsored events

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• participation in intramurals and accumulation of award points • use of university facilities, including office space, meeting space or residence • all operations of the student organization • Internet access (email and Website) The restoration of recognition will be followed by a period of probation for the organization. Probationary status for the organization

may include some of the limitations imposed during suspension and may also involve projects, programs and/or other criteria to be met by the organization. These stipulations will be designed to promote positive development of the organization. Please refer to section 11.00 Behavior Violating University Standards and Appropriate Sanctions for additional information. Revised April 2007.

University Policy on Alcohol and Other Drugs 3. The selling, either directly or indirectly, of

• Taking effective steps to create and

6. The act(s) of being drunk and disorderly

maintain a drug-free workplace and educational environment for students, faculty and staff. • Providing continual prevention, education and counseling services along with referrals to off-campus treatment facilities as appropriate. • Encouraging individuals who are experiencing problems associated with alcohol and/or other drugs or chemical dependency to seek assessment, counseling and/or treatment voluntarily with the understand ing that this assistance is confidential and will not be used against them.

in public view, including on public sidewalks and walkways, is prohibited.

(Taken from USC Drug-Free – Prevention, Education and Counseling Services along with University Policies and Procedures for Preserving a Drug-Free Workplace and Study Environment – hereafter referred to as USC Drug-Free.)

in any open container in a motor vehicle, or while operating a bicycle, skates, skateboard, or scooter is prohibited regardless of who is driving and whether one is intoxicated (taken from USC Drug-Free).

ALCOHOL POLICY

With this approach in mind, the university has expectations concerning alcohol use on campus which directly correspond to California and Los Angeles laws and ordinances and include, but are not limited to, the following provisions: 1. The purchase, possession, or consumption

of any alcoholic beverages (including beer and wine) by any person under the age of 21 is prohibited. 2. Alcoholic beverages will not be provided to

individuals under 21 years of age.

alcoholic beverages (including beer and wine) except under the authority of a California Alcoholic Beverage Control Board license is prohibited. This includes selling cups, mixes, ice, tickets for admission, required donations, etc. 4. The serving of alcohol to an intoxicated

person or to the point of intoxication is prohibited. 5. The manufacture, use or provision of

a false state identification card, driver’s license, or certification of birth or baptism is prohibited.

7. The consumption of alcoholic beverages in

a public place (unless licensed for consumption of alcohol on the premises) is prohibited. This includes a prohibition of alcoholic beverages in public areas of academic facilities, recreation fields, university housing corridors and lounges. 8. Operating a motor vehicle, bicycle, skates,

or scooters while under the influence of alcohol is prohibited. 9. The possession of an alcoholic beverage

10. Behavior that is disruptive or abusive to

others as a result of using intoxicants. ALCOHOL AND EVENT PLANNING

Since the consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited (unless licensed for consumption of alcohol on the premises), any event being sponsored or hosted by a campus individual, university-recognized group, department, or office, must get approval to serve alcohol. All student organizations must have permission to serve alcohol at their events. The Office of Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development must approve requests to serve alcohol for all organizations within the Asian Greek Council, the Interfraternity Council, the Multi-Cultural Greek Council, the National

Pan-hellenic Council, the Panhellenic Council and the Professional Fraternity Council. All other student organizations should contact the Office of Campus Activities for additional information. Approval must be obtained for all events on campus within any universityowned property. For approval and copies of the detailed protocol on serving alcohol on campus, call:

• Campus Activities, Ronald Tutor Campus Center 330, (213) 740-5693

• Office of Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development, Student Union 200, (213) 740-2080 • USC Hospitality, Davidson Conference Center, (213) 740-6285 DRUG POLICY

The university’s policy is to conform to all applicable laws and follows the current stance of the medical and mental health professions regarding the use of other psychoactive substances including stimulants, depressants, narcotics, inhalants and hallucinogens including marijuana. The university expects all students and student groups to comply with all local, state and federal laws. It is the responsibility of each individual to be aware of, and abide by, all federal, state and local ordinances and university regulations. Current laws provide for severe penalties for violations which may result in criminal records (taken from USC Drug-Free). TOBACCO POLICY

The use of tobacco is prohibited in all enclosed buildings, facilities and university vehicles. See Smoke-free Policy on page 175. VIOLATION OF ALCOHOL AND DRUG POLICY

Student involvement in underage consumption of alcohol or the manufacture, use, possession, distribution or sale of illicit drugs is a matter of concern to the university and will subject a student so involved to disciplinary action by the university. Dependent on the nature of the violation, university sanctions may include educational intervention, mandated community reparations,

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The illegal or abusive use of alcohol and/ or other drugs by students, faculty or staff adversely affects USC’s commitment to provide an environment of excellence in teaching, research and learning. As members of the USC community, we all share in the responsibility for creating and maintaining a healthy and productive environment for work and study alike. With this responsibility comes the obligation to be involved in preventing problems caused by the abuse of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. USC’s comprehensive approach to addressing substance abuse emphasizes:

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suspension, or expulsion aside from or in addition to prosecution under applicable state and federal laws. University action may be taken whether or not independent action is taken by civil authorities. IF YOU NEED HELP...

There are many well-documented risks associated with the use of alcohol and other drugs, affecting not only the individual user, but also his or her family, friends and roommates. Alcohol abuse is frequently a factor in cases of assault on campus. Other problems

associated with alcohol and other drug abuse include poor academic or job performance; relationship difficulties, including sexual dysfunction; a tendency toward verbal and physical violence; financial stress; injuries or accidents; and violations of the law such as driving under the influence and willfully destroying property. Members of the university community are encouraged to seek assistance and/or support for themselves or others through any of the following resources:

• Student Counseling Services, (213) 740-7711

• Office for Wellness and Health Promotion, (213) 740-4777

• Student Health Center, (213) 740-9355 • Alcoholics Anonymous, University Religious Center 205, trojanrecovery@gmail.com Copies of USC’s Drug-Free can be obtained through the Office of Contracts and Grants, Stonier Hall, 837 W. Downey Way or via the Web. Revised April 2012.

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4. Use a campus mailing address and/or

Student organizations provide opportunities for students and other members of the university community to explore their academic, professional, political, social, recreational, artistic, cultural, spiritual or community service interests. In addition, student organizations provide a laboratory for the development of interpersonal, organizational and leadership skills in the members and officers. Such organizations exist to promote the educational mission of the university. The existence of student organizations at the university is sanctioned by the Board of Trustees. The responsibility for recognition of student organizations falls within the Division of Student Affairs. Recognized student organizations are offered privileges, provided the organizations accept certain responsibilities. All student organizations must complete the recognition paperwork on the Student Organization Website on an annual basis in order to maintain the most up-to-date records. In addition, national, regional and local social greek-letter organizations are recognized through the Office for Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development (Student Union 200, (213) 740-2080) which may require further paperwork. All other student organizations are recognized through the Office of Campus Activities (Ronald Tutor Campus Center 330, (213) 740-5341). The Board of Trustees has ultimate authority over student organizations and can, from time to time, direct the Division of Student Affairs on matters regarding student organizations.

5. Reserve campus facilities for events,

PRIVILEGES

All recognized student organizations may: 1. Post notices on campus, within the

posting policy. 2. Receive and post messages on the student

organization electronic mailing list. 3. Post on the Trojan Information Kiosk.

mailbox. programs and meetings. 6. Apply for office space; however, recognition

does not assure access to office space. 7. Apply for university funding (including

student program fee monies). 8. Conduct fundraising efforts within the

stated Sales and Fundraising Policies of the university (see page 177). Student organizations (or individual members while acting in any capacity for the organization) may not: (a) conduct for-profit or commercial activities (or facilitate the for-profit or commercial activities of others), (b) conduct a business (or facilitate conducting the business of others), or (c) act as (or create the appearance of acting as) a liaison, representative, agent, facilitator, face or front for another business, person or entity. All recognized student organizations are permitted to fundraise on their own behalf. However, student organizations may only fundraise or pursue activities to benefit their organization, another student organization or an outside philanthropic agency or relief effort. No individual student(s) may receive any type of payment either in the form of money, discounts and/or goods and services. 9. Receive a discount on selected facility and

equipment rentals.

reasonable person not from the campus that the organization is a student organization at the university and not the university itself. Use of the name, logo or other trademarks must be consistent with the USC Graphic Identity Program, including those specified in the Sales and Fundraising Policies (see page 177). RESPONSIBILITIES

In return, the university expects all student organizations to: 1. Abide by all university policies, regulations

and procedures as defined in SCampus and elsewhere, all state laws, and any applicable governing regulations associated with a national affiliation; 2. Limit its participation to students, faculty,

staff, alumni and alumnae of the university; 3. Limit its voting members and officers to

currently enrolled USC students; 4. Refrain from discriminating in membership

decisions, elections and all other matters on the basis of race, creed or religion, sex*, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, medical condition and national origin. A statement to this effect should appear in the constitution of all recognized organizations. *Except those exempted from Title IX compliance.

10. Access organizational email and Web

accounts (the university will place the following disclaimer at the bottom of each organization’s Website: USC does not control the content herein and takes no responsibility for any inaccurate, indecent or objectionable content, which is the sole responsibility of the student author). Students may not remove or otherwise take steps to defeat this disclaimer. Any attempt to do so will be cause for disciplinary action. 11. Access banking services at the USC Cred-

it Union and/or Campus Activities. 12. Use the name, logo or other trademarks

of the university, while making clear to a

RECOGNITION PROCESS

Recognition status runs for one academic year (August 1-July 31) regardless of when an application is approved. All organizations seeking renewal of recognition must complete the Student Organization Application form and adviser form available online at usc.edu/ stuorgs by a specified deadline each semester (see Website for complete details). Organizations that do not complete the recognition renewal process by the specified time will lose all privileges. New organizations may become recognized at any time during the fall or spring semesters by completing

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the Student Organization Application form, completing an adviser form, submitting the organization’s constitution and membership roster, and attending a mandatory meeting with the Office of Campus Activities. The name, telephone number and email of the first person listed on the application will be made available to members of the USC community. This student will also receive official communications from the Office of Campus Activities and is expected to share any pertinent information with their organization. Only the organization’s email and Website will be listed on the student organization Website. Recognized groups are required to provide a statement of purpose, a constitution officially ratified by the membership, names and contact information of four officers or other contact persons and the signature of an adviser from the university faculty or staff (Peer

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Leadership Consultants will assist in recruiting an adviser if needed). In addition, all student organizations must submit a roster and attend a mandatory meeting once each academic year prior to receiving their recognition. Religious organizations seeking recognition must meet with the Dean for Religious Life prior to receiving university recognition. Where university policies or regulations conflict with student organization constitutions or bylaws, the university policies or regulations will take precedence. Student organizations may be affiliated with other off-campus organizations. If this is the case, the student organization must submit a copy of the constitution, articles of incorporation or other governance document of the external organization for university approval. Again, where conflicts arise, university policies and regulations supersede those of the external organization.

Through this recognition process, the university accepts no financial, tort or other liability for the action of the student organization or its members. Recognition of a student organization may be withdrawn by the organization itself, by the Office of Campus Activities or following a recommendation of the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, for any violation of university regulations and policies governing students, student organizations or their actions. UNRECOGNIZED ORGANIZATIONS

Any student who knowingly chooses to affiliate with a club, organization or group that has been suspended, disbanded or dissolved by the university is subject to disciplinary action up to and including suspension and expulsion from the university. Revised March 2011.

The Student Conduct Code’s overall general principles (Section 10.00) incorporate the expectation that students will meet higher standards of conduct than the minimum to avoid disciplinary action, and also assert that university standards may be set higher than those found elsewhere in society. Consistent with these principles, USC has established the following policy to ensure that leaders and members of student organizations understand and accept responsibility for the actions of their organization and all of its members. The following policy applies to all recognized student organizations. Student organizations may be held responsible for the acts of individual members. Acts include but are not limited to the following types of circumstances:

• when a member of an organization is violating state law or university standards and other members present fail to indicate their disapproval, or by their continued presence without objection implicitly condone the behavior; • when the acts grow out of or are directly related to the student organization’s activities or an environment created by the organization; • when the acts are those of guests of an organization, or by persons authorized or permitted to represent themselves as connected with the organization; • when an organization places prospective members in a subordinate status prior to achieving full membership, or imposes any kind of probationary period prior to full membership, and hazing occurs. Liability on the part of the student organization may be mitigated if members

of the organization take reasonable steps to prevent infractions of university regulations by their fellow members. Such steps will usually include clear establishment of standards (preferably in writing), documented education of members as to the standards established and documented enforcement of standards when violations occur. The specific steps necessary to avoid this liability (or to mitigate consequences) will vary according to the circumstances of the situation, the seriousness of the behavior, and the possible harms which could have arisen from the behavior. Where more serious behavior and harm is in question, the student organization has the duty to take clear and firm action that is reasonably calculated to prevent and/or cease the behavior in question. It is the duty and responsibility of every member of every student organization to respond to the conduct of the other members when they are engaged in behavior which violates the law or university regulations. It is not the number of members involved in an activity that is crucial to a determination that the organization is responsible. The test is whether the activity is related to a student organization through one of the four sets of circumstances previously articulated, rather than a private activity by persons who happen to be members of the same student organization. The factors to be considered include whether the activity is one normally considered part of student organization life and whether the atmosphere in the particular organization encourages or condones the particular group activity of the members. It is the duty of every organization to create the proper atmosphere to ensure that misconduct related to the student organiza-

tion is inconsistent with membership in the organization. The duty just defined is applicable not only to members who are engaged directly in the activity, but also to members not engaged in the activity who are present or who have knowledge of the activity. For instance, knowledge of involvement by other members in illicit activities is sufficient to invoke culpability. All members must be on notice that their misdeeds may result in the sanctioning of their student organization through the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards. In addition to the group being held culpable, members and officers may be cited and held responsible as individuals for their role. In sum, the policy is that every student organization member has the duty to take all reasonable steps necessary to prevent infractions of university rules growing out of or related to the student organization’s life. Policies which may be relevant in such cases include, but are not limited to, those involving:

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Hazing Discrimination Vandalism Theft Alcohol or substance abuse Dishonesty Misappropriation of organization or university funds.

For more information contact the Offices for Residential Education and Fraternity and Sorority Leadership Development, Student Union 200, (213) 740-2080, or Campus Activities, (213) 740-5693. Revised April 2007.

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Guidelines for Student-led International Travel As a global university, USC encourages students to gain international experience through a variety of programs, including study abroad, internships overseas and international service trips. While most of these programs are initiated by academic and administrative departments at the university, student organizations also occasionally express interest in sponsoring trips abroad. The following set of policies and guidelines has been developed, with the approval of the provost, to clarify university expectations for student clubs considering planning international trips. This information also provides a framework for organizations to take advantage of the many campus resources that can assist with promoting a safe and healthy experience abroad. Michael L. Jackson Vice President, Student Affairs University of Southern California January 2010 All USC sponsored or affiliated programs must follow the guidelines below, which include general trip requirements/recommendations and descriptions of the roles and responsibilities of advisers and student coordinators. USC sponsored or affiliated programs are defined as: SPONSORED PROGRAMS

Sponsored programs consist of student organizations or groups of students working under the specific direction of a university school or department. These students have regular and ongoing direction and involvement from a USC staff or faculty member and the program is listed among the school or department’s schedule of programs.

request copies of the health insurance information and International SOS emergency cards for all of your students, please contact Cathy DeFrancesco, defrance@usc.edu, (213) 7407726, or Nytosha Coleman, njcolema@usc.edu, (213) 740-0551, at least one month before your program’s start date. Representatives from the Student Health Insurance office may also be available to attend your orientation programs to explain the health insurance benefits to students. B. Required Student Information/Forms

The required documents, forms and a copy of the student roster database spreadsheet template are available online at studentaffairs.usc.edu/ departments/ssa/ssa-overseas. 1. Standard Release Form

A standard release form must be used by all USC-sponsored and affiliated overseas programs. Coordinators must collect signed releases from all students participating in their program. These signed forms should be kept on file by the organization or department that sponsors the overseas program. This release was prepared by USC’s Office of the General Counsel. 2. Medical Treatment Authorization Form

This form allows USC representatives (such as faculty/staff advisers) to authorize medical treatment for a student who is incapacitated and unable to make such decisions on his/her own. Student coordinators must collect signed medical treatment forms from all students participating in their program. These signed forms should be kept on file by the organization or department that sponsors the overseas program. 3. Central Overseas Database

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Affiliated programs consist of (a) recognized student organizations or (b) groups that choose to affiliate with the university and are willing to comply with the requirements set forth below. Any recognized student organization that receives university funds, uses the USC name, and/or receives support or guidance from a university school or department, or individual faculty or staff member, can be classified by the university as an affiliated program. I. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SPONSORED AND AFFILIATED GROUPS A. USC Health Insurance and International SOS Travel Insurance

All students on USC-sponsored or affiliated overseas programs (credit and non-credit programs) must be covered by either regular USC student health insurance, or the USC overseas health insurance plan, both of which include special health and emergency coverage by International SOS. To make sure students are enrolled in appropriate coverage, and to

All organizations or departments sending students overseas are required to submit student data to Student Affairs (Student Support and Advocacy) no later than seven days prior to departure. This information may be submitted by the student coordinator or faculty/staff adviser. 4. USC Overseas Emergency Response Plan

Student coordinators and faculty/staff advisers are required to read and keep in their possession the USC Overseas Emergency Response Plan. This document outlines a general plan for response to various types of overseas emergencies. The first point of contact in an emergency is International SOS, USC’s contracted health and safety emergency service provider for overseas programs. There is also a 24-hour USC phone number (Travel Emergency Call Center) for urgent situations in which it is necessary to reach a staff member in Student Affairs. 5. USC Overseas Sexual Assault Protocol – For Coordinators

This document describes the measures to be taken by student coordinators and faculty/staff

advisers to prepare students with information about sexual assault, including advice for reducing risk of sexual assault while abroad. It also contains instructions on the critical steps to take if a sexual assault is reported by a participant in one of your programs. 6. Health And Safety Information For USC Study Abroad Programs

This document, to be distributed to all student participants, covers essential information about health and safety abroad. C. Pre-trip Orientations and Preparation

All groups must host at least one pre-trip orientation session that covers the following:

• Travel details, living arrangements, and trip itinerary

• Emergency procedures, health insurance, International SOS

• Health and safety precautions • Expectations for appropriate behavior and participation

• Country-specific information II. GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR SPONSORED AND AFFILIATED GROUPS A. Student Coordinator Student Coordinator (Role Definition) Pre-trip Roles

• Thoroughly explain mission and purpose of the trip to all prospective/selected participants. • Make final determination on eligibility for participation (this often entails a selection process with the possible involvement of a faculty/staff adviser). • Inform participants that they will be required to have USC travel insurance. • Coordinate the collection/submission of student information to University Heath Insurance Coordinator within stated time frame. • Collect and submit required participant data to Student Affairs (Student Support and Advocacy) no later than seven days prior to departure. • Collect and submit to departmental representative and adviser vital participant information: (1) university release; (2) medical authorization; and (3) emergency contact form. • Make travel clinic information available to all participants. (1) Schedule group appointment and (2) contact travel nurse to review immunization requirements. Roles During the Trip

• Provide general leadership while on the trip. Act as primary decision-maker and group representative in all matters affecting the day-to-day experience of the trip. • Maintain contact with community partners and facilitate regular conversations between all parties to troubleshoot problems and determine solutions.

• Assist with emergency response as needed. • In cooperation with faculty/staff adviser (if present), respond to student concerns and problems as they arise. B. Adviser

Each USC sponsored overseas student trip is strongly encouraged to include a faculty/staff adviser for the duration of the trip. An adviser may be any of the following: • An employee whose job requires them to go on the trip • An exempt employee with at least a 50% staff or faculty appointment • A non-exempt staff employee performing duties and taking personal vacation time All employees traveling with students as advisers or volunteers on domestic or international trips are covered under workers’ compensation should they become injured or ill while on the trip, providing the injury is in the course and scope of the activities associated with the trip. In other words, if an employee takes a personal outing before or after the student trip he/she would not be covered by workers’ compensation. The type of trips for which the coverage is extended includes, but is not limited to: alternative spring breaks; trips involving sport clubs; trips involving religious groups; academic trips, either for credit or not-for-credit; and both domestic and international trips. These employees will also be covered under the university’s general liability policy should they become involved in some legal action arising out of their involvement with the trips, unless the action is egregious or criminal or in some way is not otherwise covered under a general liability policy, or that the university cannot in good conscience defend. Adviser (Role Definition) Pre-trip Roles

• Meet several times with the student coordinator(s) before leaving USC to

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delineate the adviser role and allow for an open exchange of ideas and expectations between the advisers and student coordinators. • Assure the collection of vital participant information: (1) university release; (2) medical authorization; and (3) emergency contact form. Roles During the Trip

• Respond to coordinator/participant concerns and problems as needed. • Possess a full set of student information forms and emergency procedures. • Serve as the official university representative in the case of an emergency. • Coordinate emergency response and all communications between university and others as needed. C. Transportation While on Trip

Every effort must be made to secure transportation in the host country that is provided by licensed and insured vendors. USC’s affiliated travel agencies are available to provide assistance with these arrangements (fbs.usc. edu/depts/travel/object.aspx?object_id=1222). D. Accommodations While on Trip

• Every effort must be made to identify and assure access to adequate services. • Identify emergency medical facilities. • Inform all participants of their expected living conditions prior to their departure. E. Communications While on Trip

• Determine the extent of adequate communications – either email, cellular or land line communications available. • Formulate a plan for communications and articulate the plan to all trip leaders prior to departure. III. RESTRICTIONS ON DESTINATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL TRIPS

At the discretion of the provost and/or the Vice President for Student Affairs, specific intended destinations for USC-affiliated or

USC-sponsored international trips may be restricted due to State Department travel warnings, Centers for Disease Control (CDC) warnings or other indicators that might suggest conditions that are unhealthful or particularly dangerous for travel. Student groups planning international trips are advised to consult State Department and CDC resources early in the planning process to avoid the risk of choosing a destination that is subsequently denied by the university. It should also be recognized that the health and safety factors of a particular location can change drastically without warning, and organizations are strongly urged to take necessary precautions (such as trip cancellation insurance through a travel agent) in case it becomes necessary to change plans or cancel a trip on short notice. IV. POLICIES CONCERNING STANDARDS FOR STUDENT BEHAVIOR

As is the case with USC study abroad programs, all SCampus polices are in effect for sponsored and affiliated student-led trips abroad. Student coordinators, all trip participants, and faculty/staff advisers should familiarize themselves with the University Student Conduct Code and other university policies as outlined in SCampus. It is the responsibility of student coordinators and faculty/staff advisers to inform prospective/selected participants that all SCampus policies apply to trips abroad. V. CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS

No student or student organization may enter into direct contractual agreement in USC’s name with outside vendors (travel agencies, tour operators, etc.). Check with the appropriate administrative unit (Vice President for Student Affairs or specific dean’s offices) for clarification of required procedures. For more information and resources for student organizations, visit the Campus Activities Website at usc.edu/ca. Revised April 2010.

Advertising, Promotion and Literature Distribution Policies The Division of Student Affairs through Student Life and Involvement (SLI) oversees all advertising, promotions, literature, and publications distribution on the USC campus in order (1) to protect the rights enumerated in the policy on Free Expression and Dissent, (2) to help foster and maintain a campus atmosphere of personal responsibility and mutual respect; (3) to allow for maximum promotion of student events; and (4) to ensure a safe environment of order and cleanliness on campus. This will aid in creating a campus that promotes the well-being of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors and will provide events with effective publicity and exposure.

GENERAL REGULATIONS 1. Content of all printed materials posted

or distributed on campus must: a. Contain no material which may incite readers to imminent lawless action. b. Contain no advertisements for “Term Paper Mills” or other products or services which undermine the academic integrity of the university. c. Contain no derogatory language or material that is aimed at harming a specific person or an organization’s reputation. d. Contain no advertisements or promotions for alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia.

e. Contain no “fighting words” meaning language which (i) the speech, considered objectively, is abusive and insulting rather than a communication of ideas and (ii) is actually used in an abusive manner in a situation that presents an actual danger that it will cause a breach of peace. 2. Any material that is not written in English

requires a translation to be kept on file with the SCheduling Office in Ronald Tutor Campus Center 330. 3. Any groups or organizations not recognized

by the university will be considered either “commercial” or “personal,” including nonprofit organizations.

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TABLE RESERVATIONS

The university offers 10 table spaces in the center of campus to be used primarily to disseminate information to the university community. Tables can also be reserved for fundraising or donation collections, with approval from the Office of Campus Activities. To avoid obstructing walkways and protect the community from fraudulent practices/services all table spaces must be reserved through the SCheduling Office. No one is permitted to bring his or her own table. Tables are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. 1. Recognized student organizations, stu-

dents and campus departments may reserve table space on Trousdale to promote events or distribute materials through the SCheduling Office, (213) 740-6728, via the online reservation request form at usc.edu/scheduling. 2. Tables can only be placed on the east side

of Trousdale (near Alumni Park) and the grassy median on Trousdale. Tables are not permitted at Tommy Trojan (unless the organization is sponsoring an event at Tommy Trojan) or anywhere on the Bovard side of Trousdale Parkway. 3. Tables are available for pick up on the east

side of Trousdale Parkway near Alumni Park. Tables not picked up within the first hour of the reserved time will be released. Fees will be assessed for tables not returned on time. Tables are reserved on a first-come, firstserved basis. The replacement costs of tables and chairs not returned will be charged to the organization/department. 4. Student organizations, students, campus

departments and off-campus organizations cannot supply their own tables and chairs. Tents and large props are not permitted at tables unless prior approval is granted from the SCheduling Office.

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may request table space via the online form at usc.edu/scheduling. There are rental fees for tables used by off-campus clients. Tables may not be used for the solicitation of business or the selling of merchandise. Contact the SCheduling Office at (213) 740-6728 for rate information. All materials being distributed at the table must be submitted to the SCheduling Office at least two weeks prior to the reservation date. 6. Off-campus individuals or organizations

may not rent table space during the first week of any semester or during any official university functions, including but not limited to homecoming and commencement. 7. Off-campus organizations or individuals

must have the written permission from the SCheduling Office to distribute literature anywhere on campus. All approved organizations and individuals must keep their written permission and appropriate identification visibly displayed with them at all times on campus.

Please see the Literature and Publications Distribution Policy for additional information. 8. No amplified sound is permitted during

tabling reservations. 9. Table reservations must be cancelled at

least two business days prior to the event to avoid penalty. POSTING

Student Life and Involvement (SLI) maintains several posting kiosks across campus where university students may staple posters or flyers without prior approval. Posting on bulletin boards not controlled by SLI must be approved by the staff of the principal department in that building. It is the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s intent to limit the use of departmental bulletin boards to information relating to that department, unless otherwise posted. In order to advance the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s objectives, to control the number of posters or flyers posted, and to ensure appropriate use of university facilities and property, limits may be placed on the number of posting locations that commercial or personal groups may use. The individual or organization responsible for the posting must be identified. Posting or flyer distribution is prohibited in the following areas or in the following ways: 1. all trees and hedges 2. the ground, taped or loose 3. buildings (including glass windows, doors,

2. All university faculty, staff, students and

recognized organizations may distribute literature anywhere on campus provided such distribution does not affect the scheduled activities in that area and does not interfere with the essential operations of the university. Any organization or individual must comply with a request from any and all members of the university community for a copy of the material being distributed. 3. If more than five individuals will be

distributing literature, individuals must complete an Event Request form and wait for event confirmation. Reservations are granted on a first-come, first-served basis. 4. A representative from the organization or

an individual (as the case may be) must be present with a copy of their SLI SCheduling Office confirmed Event Request form whenever literature is distributed by more than five individuals in any campus area. This process ensures prior notification to requested area occupants regarding the activity, works to alleviate misunderstandings, lessens the chance for actions against individuals or organizations distributing literature, and works to alleviate impediments to the flow of traffic across campus or into entrances or out of exits of campus buildings. These requirements do not apply to normal academic activities within the program of any school of the university. 5. If any literature contains language other

4. Tommy Trojan and all other statues

then English, then a copy of the translated information must be on file with the SCheduling Office.

5. trash cans

6. Off-campus organizations, individuals or

walls, and columns)

6. all lamp posts 7. telephone booths/telephone poles 8. parking lots and structures 9. on top of other previously posted materials 10. fountains 11. chalking 12. electronic flyers or materials distributed

via USC listservs 13. on cars, bicycles or other individual

property 14. freestanding advertisements such as signs

on stands, sandwich boards, other displays, etc. The individual or organization responsible for posting will be held accountable for any violations and associated fees. LITERATURE AND PUBLICATIONS DISTRIBUTION 1. Student Life and Involvement (SLI) over-

sees the in-person distribution of literature (including posters, handbills and pamphlets) and publications on the campus and the compliance of individuals and organizations with this policy.

vendors must have the written permission of the SCheduling Office to distribute literature or conduct transactions anywhere on campus. All approved organizations, individuals or vendors must keep their written permission and appropriate identification visibly displayed with them at all times on campus. 7. Non-university publications including but

not limited to newspapers and magazines cannot be distributed on campus. Designated bins are for official university publications only. No preprinted manually inserted sheets of information (flyers, advertisements or any other information message sheets) are allowed inside the pages of any official university publication. BANNERS 1. The SCheduling Office maintains 12

locations on Trousdale Parkway for banners. These areas may be reserved by recognized student organizations or campus departments. Banner spaces are not available for off-campus organizations or individuals. Reservations are available online at usc.edu/scheduling. 2. Students must create their own banners and,

after reserving the space through the office,

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may place them on an assigned banner use space. Banners must conform with the content restrictions described under the General Regulations heading in this policy and can be no larger than 10’ x 3’ for Trousdale locations. 3. Banners may only be mounted on campus

buildings if: (a) permission is obtained by the occupants of the building; (b) such banners are professionally produced; (c) they meet design criteria established by the university architect’s office; (d) they are consistent with the university’s graphic identity guidelines; and (e) such banners are for identification of the academic program, department or school housed within the building on which the banner is mounted. Banners may not be mounted on guide wires suspended between campus buildings. 4. The recognized student organization,

student or campus department reserving the space is responsible for their banner. The SCheduling Office is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen banners. TROUSDALE LIGHT POST BANNERS 1. The SCheduling Office maintains 11 light

post locations on Trousdale Parkway for pole panels. The light poles may be reserved by recognized student organizations or campus departments at least four weeks prior to the desired first date of banner display. 2. Panels may only be mounted if such ban-

ners are: (a) professionally produced; (b) meet design criteria established by the university architect’s office; (c) are consistent with the university’s graphic identity guidelines; and (d) are for identification of the academic program, department or event. In addition, pole panels must: (a) be produced at the suggested university vendor, contact the SCheduling Office; (b) fit the

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dimensions of the existing mounting hardware (2’ by 4’); and (c) use a minimum of five of the 11 available poles. If the proposed banner design includes text, such text must prominently feature the name of the campus organization and the name of the campus event. A copy of the proposed panel design should be submitted to the SCheduling Office at least four weeks prior to the desired first date of banner display. 3. The reserving organization will arrange for

the light pole panel installation and removal. Charges will be the responsibility of the student organization or campus department. 4. A representative from the student organi-

zation or campus department is responsible for meeting the light pole panel installer at installation and removal of panels to deliver and accept their panels.

c. Denial of future posting and other privileges, including the ability to schedule on-campus facilities for events and/or assessed a $1 per flyer violation fee; d. Appropriate on-campus judicial proceedings through the Office of Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards; e. Appropriate legal action in local, state or federal courts of competent jurisdiction. RESPONSIBILITY FOR CONTENT

An individual or organization shall be personally responsible for the content of any sign, notice, poster or other material referenced herein, which the individual or organization sponsors or posts on campus. Advertisements or promotions on campus or in university publications and activity programs do not imply official endorsement by the university.

5. The student organization or campus

department is responsible for the storage of their pole panels. VIOLATIONS 1. Non-compliance with any of the provisions

of these guidelines will constitute a violation. 2. All printed materials in violation of these

policies will be removed. Costs incurred for the removal of such materials can be charged to the person, persons or organization responsible for the violation. 3. Any violation or continued violations

of these guidelines will be handled in accordance with the severity of the infraction, and will include one or more of the following responses: a. Written warnings; b. Assessments for damage to facilities and/ or assessed a $1 per flyer violation fee or the cost for removal;

HELPFUL HINTS 1. Make an effort to print quality flyers and/

or literature. 2. Plan for six weeks or more of lead-time to

take full advantage of the process of scheduling and advertising an event. 3. Plan carefully before printing materials in

order to avoid printing more than can legitimately be utilized. 4. Use other types of promotion in addition

to flyers. Flyers should only be one small part of your promotional campaign. 5. For additional ideas regarding effective

promotion of your student organization’s events, consult with Campus Activities staff members in the Ronald Tutor Campus Center. Revised April 2012.

GENERAL POLICIES

Recognized student organizations are offered priority use of all Student Affairs venues. However, other reservations that are made prior to student reservations will not be cancelled to accommodate these higher priority programs. Recognized student organizations may also request to use classroom space, but academic scheduling has priority in these venues. Anyone using USC venues must be in compliance with university regulations regarding time, place and manner. Activities, programs or events must not interfere with other university functions. If any unscheduled activity interferes with an official university function or any other scheduled activity, it may be discontinued at the direction of the Division of Student Affairs. Scheduling reservations shall be made on a first-come, first-served basis according to

organization type, and the university cannot and does not guarantee that facilities suitable for all group needs will be provided. Requests should be made early enough to allow adequate time for processing the request, planning the event, payment of fees and advertising. No advertisement can take place before written confirmation is received. No requests may be finalized or confirmed until arrangements have been made and approved by all USC departments having vested interest in the event, including but not limited to the Division of Student Affairs, USC Bookstores, USC Hospitality, USC Transportation, the Department of Public Safety and Fire Safety. The University of Southern California reserves the right to cancel any event if fees are not paid by the required due date, if the group does not comply with USC policies and pro-

cedures, or if USC officials cannot ensure the safety of students, faculty, staff and/or visitors. Procedures For Reserving Venues

Reservation request forms for Bovard Auditorium, Ground Zero Performance Café, Ronald Tutor Campus Center, outdoor venues and advertising spaces are available online at usc.edu/scheduling. All reservation requests for table, banner and light pole spaces must be made by submitting reservation request forms at least two weeks prior to the event. Event requests for Bovard Auditorium, Ground Zero Performance Café, Ronald Tutor Campus Center, and the outdoor parks and plazas must be submitted to the SCheduling Office no later than four weeks prior to the event. Telephone requests are not accepted. The venue requested becomes officially confirmed only when written approval is issued.

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For complete policy details, please contact the SCheduling Office at SCevents@usc.edu. An online schedule is available on the SCheduling Office’s Website (usc.edu/scheduling). PROGRAMMING VENUES

The Division of Student Affairs operates the Ronald Tutor Campus Center, Bovard Auditorium, Ground Zero Performance Café and all outdoor areas in the center of campus. These venues may be scheduled through the SCheduling Office, usc.edu/scheduling. Bovard Auditorium

Bovard Auditorium is a multiuse lecture/ performing arts venue that seats 1,230 people with stage dimensions of approximately 37 feet by 42 feet. Information about Bovard Auditorium can be found online at usc.edu/bovard. Ground Zero Performance Café

Ground Zero Performance Café is a studentrun coffeehouse available for concerts, lectures and performances. Located on the southeast corner of campus between Marks Hall and Trojan Residence Hall, Ground Zero is a great place to hold an event or just hang out. Venue information can be found by visiting usc.edu/gzcoffee. Outdoor Programming Venues

The SCheduling Office, SCevents@usc.edu, provides outdoor programming areas for use by recognized student organizations, campus departments and invited guests on a reservation basis. The programming areas include:

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Alumni Park Associates Park E.F. Hutton Park Founders Park Crocker Plaza, Herbert Plaza, Pardee Plaza, Queens Courtyard, Bogardus Courtyard • Hahn Plaza/Tommy Trojan • Sections of Trousdale Parkway and Childs Way adjacent to the above locations • McCarthy Quad and Fred Fagg Jr. Gardens (the barbeque grill area)

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The Ronald Tutor Campus Center is a multiuse facility that features many reservable meeting and event spaces in addition to several non-reservable lounges and study spaces. For details on available venues and reservation policies, visit usc.edu/scheduling. Programming spaces include:

• The Grand Ballroom • Tommy’s Place (available for rentals on a case-by-case basis)

• The Rosen Family Screening Theater • The Forum • More than 15 other meeting rooms

Alternate campus venues that are not managed by the SCheduling Office include:

• Archimedes Plaza/Engineering Quad • • • • •

• • • •

(USC Viterbi School of Engineering, (213) 740-4530) Annenberg G21 Auditorium (USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism, (213) 740-5297) Breezeway and Bridge South Lawn (USC Marshall School of Business, (213) 740-6886) Bing Theatre, (213) 740-1293 Childs Way sidewalk in front of the Bookstore (Bookstore, (213) 740-BOOK) Cromwell Field, Cromwell Track, Dedeaux Field, Fagg Park, Howard Jones Field, Intramural Field, Lyon Center, McAlister Athletic Field, P.E. gym and pool, and tennis courts (Recreational Sports Department, (213) 740-5127) Lewis Hall (USC Price School of Public Policy, (213) 740-0397) Libraries (friendsofthelibraries.usc.edu/ libraries/about/facilities_usage) Theatres (contact the appropriate theatre for scheduling procedures), and Village Gate Theatre (USC School of Dramatic Arts)

SOUND AMPLIFICATION POLICY General Policies

To maintain the academic environment at the university, the use of amplified sound equipment in open areas must be approved by the SCheduling Office. Amplified sound is defined as any form of equipment (i.e., microphone, speakers, amplifiers, bullhorns, musical instruments) used to increase sound levels or any object that does not require equipment to project its sound. In some cases, large group singing is also considered amplified sound. Events involving high sound levels may not be scheduled during regular classroom instruction if the possibility of interference exists. Any recognized student organization or university department may reserve one of the designated open spaces for sound amplification. The use of outdoor areas for amplified events is limited by the nature of the given area and the probability of interference with official university functions. In general, moderate amplification (not more than 90 decibels, “A” weighted, measured 45 feet from the front center of the stage) is allowed at Hahn Plaza (adjacent to Tommy Trojan) from noon to 1 p.m. Monday – Friday. A sound check will be permitted from 11:50 a.m. to noon. All other requests for amplified sounds will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the SCheduling Office. All outdoor venues and events after 5 p.m. will be considered for approval by the SCheduling Office. RESERVATION PROCEDURES

All reservation requests are processed through the SCheduling Office, (213) 740-6728.

Reservation request forms are available online at usc.edu/scheduling. Reservations will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis according to your organization type. Scheduling procedures for tables, banners, display cases and the Trousdale light posts are addressed under Advertising, Promotion and Literature Distribution Policies (see page 172). All other areas are addressed in this policy. Individuals or groups are responsible for any damage they cause. Repair or replacement costs will be charged to the group reserving the facility at the time damage is incurred. The SCheduling Office reserves the right to relocate any event for reasons including, but not limited to, states of emergency, official university functions, an event exceeding room capacity and/or facility repair. CLASSROOMS

The SCheduling Office facilitates requests for recognized student organizations wishing to use academic classrooms. Requests not submitted through the SCheduling Office will not be processed. Classroom requests take a minimum of five days to process.

• Academic classes are given priority in classroom assignments.

• Food and drinks are not permitted in classrooms. FILMING

School of Cinematic Arts students wishing to film in any of the listed venues must submit the completed SCA location release form to the SCheduling Office at least 24 hours in advance of their film shoot. Students or recognized organizations wishing to film must obtain and complete a nonSCA film shoot form from the SCheduling Office at least 24 hours in advance of their film shoot. Student filmers are subject to venue fees. Commercial filming is booked through the USC Campus Filming Office at (213) 740-6951. Fees are determined by the Filming Office. CANCELLATION OF SCHEDULED EVENTS 1. Groups reserving tables, banner space or

display cases must cancel at least two working days prior to the meeting or event. Groups reserving Bovard Auditorium, Ground Zero Performance Café, Ronald Tutor Campus Center, or any outdoor parks or plazas must cancel by the cancellation date listed for each venue in the Performance Venues Terms and Conditions (sait.usc.edu/scheduling/pages/terms. asp). Failure to cancel an event will result in a violation and may incur charges for set-up and/or staff. Charges may be applied for late cancellations.

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2. If any unscheduled activity interferes

with an official university function or any other scheduled activity, it may be relocated or discontinued at the direction of the Division of Student Affairs. 3. The SCheduling Office and/or Student

Life and Involvement staff reserves the right to cancel any scheduled event, in whole or in part, due to lack of payment of fees; failure to show within 15 minutes of the specified event start time; complaints received for disturbing academic classes or other events. 4. Groups reserving space are responsible

for the behavior of its members and guests. Inappropriate or disrespectful behavior may result in the cancellation and/or suspension of future reservations. 5. Failure to comply with university policies

and procedures may result in the cancellation and/or suspension of future reservations and/ or scheduling privileges. VIOLATIONS

Non-compliance with any of the SCheduling Office guidelines will constitute a violation. The first violation constitutes a written warning. The second violation will result in a fine

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determined by the nature of the violation. The third violation can result in the loss of all SCheduling Office privileges. SMOKE-FREE POLICY

In order to provide a safe and healthy environment for all of our faculty, staff and students, it is the policy of the University of Southern California that smoking is prohibited in all enclosed buildings, facilities and university vehicles. The thoughtfulness and cooperation of the entire campus community are paramount to successful implementation of this policy. Given the established harmful effects of smoking to both smokers and non-smokers, it is the intent of the University of Southern California to reduce the existence of this health hazard in our campus environment. Smoking is prohibited in all enclosed buildings, facilities and vehicles, which are owned or leased by the university, on both the University Park Campus and the Health Sciences Campus. This applies to all academic and administrative units including all individual faculty and administrative offices. Smoking is prohibited in all university owned and leased housing. All University Park on-campus housing facilities are smoke

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free environments, regardless of roommate consent. All shared community space within university housing shall be designated as non-smoking areas. All dining facilities on both the University Park Campus and the Health Sciences Campus shall be designated as non-smoking areas. Smoking is prohibited during indoor athletic events and other university-sponsored or designated indoor events. The university recognizes the need to accommodate those members of the university community who wish to smoke. Therefore, administrative and academic units may designate existing outdoor space as smoking areas, but these areas should be located far enough away from doorways, windows and ventilation systems to prevent smoke from entering enclosed buildings and facilities. Smoking cessation information is available to students, (213) 740-4777 (HPPS). CAMPING

University grounds and facilities may not be used for the purposes of camping, which includes but is not limited to the use of tents or temporary, makeshift or portable structures intended for living or sleeping. Revised April 2012.

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REGULATIONS 1. Formally organized parties and dances

may be scheduled only between 3 p.m. on Friday through 5 p.m. on Sunday. 2. Typically, activities governed by this policy have one or more of the following characteristics:

a. alcohol is present; b. there is amplified music (either live or recorded); c. the event lasts beyond 10 p.m. Of these items, the presence of alcohol is the single most important aspect of events which are considered unacceptable on evenings preceding days on which classes are scheduled. 3. No social events may take place during

stop days or final exams. 4. This policy is not designed to discourage

a. directly support the academic mission of the university; b. expand the cultural awareness of USC students; or c. primarily are intellectual or educational in nature. 5. All aspects of such events, including adver-

tising, should reflect the intent of this policy. 6. All events should be scheduled following

the normal procedures of the university and all clearances normally required must still be obtained.

events which:

Distance Learning Health Insurance Policy UNIVERSITY PARK CAMPUS DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS 1. Distance learning students who do not

attend any classes on campus are NOT required to pay the student health fee, nor are they required to buy a supplemental insurance plan. However, the USC distance learners health insurance plan is available to them while they are students at USC. For details, email b.well@usc.edu. 2. Distance learning students who are: a)

Domestic students who are enrolled and

attend six or more units on campus are required to pay the student health fee and meet the supplemental insurance requirements. Those who are enrolled in less than six units and attend any classes on campus can optionally purchase the supplemental insurance plan. If the supplemental insurance plan is purchased, then students must also pay the student health fee. b) International students who are enrolled in any on-campus units are required to pay the health fee and meet the supplemental insurance requirements.

3. All distance learning students who are

NOT enrolled in any on-campus units will not need to show proof of insurance or pay the health fee. They will be exempt from the requirements if they attend occasional lectures, meet with professors or visit campus during their online enrollment. 4. Compliance requirements: Distance learn-

ing students who are not enrolled in any on-campus units will not be required to meet immunization compliance requirements.

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In order to enhance the academic experience of all students at the University of Southern California, major social events and sponsored parties are to take place on Friday and Saturday and not preceding days when classes are scheduled.

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HEALTH SCIENCE CAMPUS DISTANCE LEARNING PROGRAMS 1. Distance learning students who do not

attend any classes on campus are NOT required to pay the student health fee nor are they required to buy a supplemental insur-

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ance plan. However, the USC distance learners health insurance plan is available to them while they are students at USC. For details, email b.well@usc.edu. 2. AII distance learning students (domestic

and international) who are enrolled in Health

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Sciences Campus programs and have any oncampus units are required to pay the student health fee, meet the mandatory supplemental insurance requirements and meet the compliance requirements of their school. Adopted April 2010.

Student Release Policy A person’s registration as a student and either (i) attendance at or near the campuses of the university, or (ii) participation in classes and other activities of the university, constitutes an agreement by the student to the university’s use and distribution (both now and in the

future) of the student’s image or voice in photographs and video and/or audio recordings in any form (including electronic reproductions) of such attendance or participation. If any student in a class where such photography or recording is to take place does not wish to

have his or her image or voice used, the student should raise the matter in advance with the instructor. Adopted May 2007.

Trojan Spirit Code Policy Please encourage friends and family to honor our championship team by upholding the Trojan tradition of good sportsmanship. Alcohol is not permitted inside the stadium. Possession of alcohol, drunk or disorderly behavior, or threatening or obscene language will result in eviction from the Coliseum and permanent loss of the privilege of buying tickets in the future. Keep the Coliseum a family-friendly environment!

Treat all fans, students, staff, players,

coaches, and officials in a respectful and courteous manner — win or lose/home or away.

Remember that you are responsible

for your actions and how they may affect other fans and athletes, as well as the university.

Obey all rules and regulations as set forth by the university.

Join in the Trojan Spirit by supporting all

student athletes and their commitment to academic and athletic excellence.

Never forget the ideals of a Trojan —

ambitious, courageous, skillful, scholarly, and faithful. Always do your best to live up to the high standards of the Trojan Family.

Send a positive message to our opponents

about USC, our teams, students and fans wherever USC is playing. Adopted April 2007.

Avoid making negative remarks or ges-

tures that disrespect opponents, their fans and their institutions.

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to create and use their own logo providing the logo does not violate the USC Graphic Identity Program and the General Regulations section of the Advertising, Promotion and Literature Distribution Policies. The policies state that content of printed materials posted or distributed on campus must: a. Contain no material which may incite readers to imminent lawless action. b. Contain no obscene material as defined by community standards. c. Contain no advertisements for “Term Paper Mills” or other services which undermine the academic integrity of the university.

d. Contain no articles or advertisements which are libelous or slanderous. e. Contain no advertisements for alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia. 2. Student organizations are strongly encour-

aged to identify their affiliation with the university through the proper use of USC official logos and trademarks on all products, publications, flyers and documents. Student organizations are required to use authorized licensed vendors when sourcing products that feature any of USC’s trademarks or wordmarks. For more information, visit trademarks.usc.edu/ campus-community.

3. Student organizations may use their own

logos in the context of a Website that meets the established USC Web publishing guidelines found at usc.edu/uscweb/authoring. 4. Student organizations are not allowed to

use the following university marks developed specifically for the Department of Athletics: Interlocking SC, Baseball Interlocking SC, Football Helmet Trojan Head and the Trojan Marching Band’s Trojan Marching Band Head. These marks may not be used by students or student organizations without special permission from the Department of Athletics or the Trojan Marching Band. The full graphic identity guidelines and electronic art are available online (usc.edu/identity). Revised March 2012.

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Sales and Fundraising Policies

VENDORS

Student Life and Involvement (SLI) and the SCheduling Office are responsible for vendor sales on campus. No other department or organization, with the exception of the USC Bookstores and the Athletic Department, is permitted to bring outside vendors to campus. Outside vendors are prohibited from selling on campus without prior permission from SLI and the SCheduling Office and must meet the criteria outlined below. Reservation requests for vending locations are available online at usc.edu/scheduling. 1. Approval for on campus sales will only

be considered for those vendors whose products or services: a. Provide significant positive value to the quality of campus student life. b. Are not in competition with vendors holding current universitywide contracts. c. Are not duplicative of goods and/or services currently available through established on-campus sources. d. Are not alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or drug paraphernalia.

e. Are not considered obscene as defined by community standards. f. Are not for products or services which undermine the academic integrity of the university. g. Are not counterfeits of brandname goods. 2. Appropriate approvals must be obtained

from the USC Bookstores, Trademarks and Licensing (only if the product bears a USC emblem) and/or USC Hospitality. The USC Bookstores requires a sample of the merchandise to be sold as well as a copy of the Vendor Agreement before approval will be granted; final approval must be given by the SCheduling Office. USC Bookstores reserves the right to refuse approval of the sale if the merchandise or service competes with bookstore business. 3. Sales are only permitted in one of two offi-

cial vendor spaces along Trousdale Parkway. 4. Vendors must use the 10 feet of frontage

space within the designated vendor canopy. Vendor displays extending outside of the 10 foot by 10-foot canopy will be fined an additional $25 for every square foot they extend beyond the space. 5. Vendors may not be on campus during any

official university event, such as orientation or final exam period. 6. In extenuating circumstances, vendors

associated with special events must have the approval of the SCheduling Office at least three weeks prior to the event. A list of vendors participating in the special event must be provided to the SCheduling Office at least two weeks prior to the event. Written permission and appropriate identification will be provided for those vendors associated with the special event. 7. All approved vendors must obtain written

permission from the SCheduling Office and must keep their written permission, a valid sellerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s permit (issued by the State Board of Equalization) and appropriate identification visibly displayed with them at all times on campus. Funds raised through this process will be distributed back to the USC student community in three ways: 1. Twenty-five percent will go to programs,

services and equipment for the new Campus Center and student programs that will benefit all patrons. 2. Twenty-five percent will go to Campus

Activities for events and services to students. 3. Fifty percent will go to a Student

Organization Fund for Minor Events.

All recognized student organizations can apply for these funds through an application process administered and supervised by the Peer Leadership Consultants. For more information visit the Campus Activities Website at sait.usc.edu/ca. USC EMBLEM PRODUCTS

USC emblem products intended for sale during fundraisers must be manufactured by a vendor that is licensed by USC. A licensed vendor has a contract with USC that specifies quality standards and services and recognizes that USC insignia are protected trademarks. A list of licensed product manufacturers may be obtained from the Trademarks and Licensing Services Website at usc.edu/ trademarks, (213) 740-5222. CONFLICT OF INTEREST

The university does not enter into purchasing contracts with students, faculty or staff or members of their immediate families. No employee, officer or agent shall participate in the selection, award or administration of a contract if he/she, his/her immediate family or partners, or organization to which he/she, his/ her immediate family or partners belong or has any arrangement concerning employment with any vendor under consideration. Any violation of this policy by a USC employee or agent will be subject to disciplinary action. BOOKSTORE APPROVAL

USC recognized student organizations, departments and athletic teams must obtain final permission to sell products on campus from the USC Bookstores, Administrative Offices, located on the fourth floor, (213) 7409254, or send a facsimile to (213) 740-5203 (FAX), MC 2540. Permission is granted on the bookstore signature portion of the event registration form. HOSPITALITY APPROVAL

Food product sales must be accompanied by permission from USC Hospitality, located in the Davidson Conference Center. The event registration form section for USC Hospitality must be signed. Sales are limited to a maximum of two, oneweek periods per semester. Sales weeks must be held at least four weeks apart. RAFFLES OR LOTTERIES

In the state of California, raffles and lotteries are illegal if a person is required to purchase a ticket or make a donation in order to be eligible to win the contest.

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All recognized student organizations are permitted to fundraise. Student organizations (or individual members while acting in any capacity for the organization) may not: (a) conduct for-profit or commercial activities (or facilitate the for-profit or commercial activities of others), (b) conduct a business (or facilitate conducting the business of others), or (c) act as (or create the appearance of acting as) a liaison, representative, agent, facilitator, face or front for another business, person or entity. This should not be confused with fundraising. All recognized student organizations are permitted to fundraise on their own behalf. However, student organizations may only pursue fundraising activities to benefit their student organization, another university student organization, or an outside philanthropic agency or relief effort. No individual student(s) may receive any type of benefit or payment in connection with any of these activities, either in the form of money, trade, discounts and/or any other goods or services. All recognized student organizations wishing to fundraise must have a complete fundraising form on file with the SCheduling Office prior to collecting any money or goods. Fundraising forms are available in the SCheduling Office, online at usc.edu/scheduling or by emailing SCevents@usc.edu. Organizations collecting to benefit an outside agency or relief effort must submit a letter of approval from said agency or effort to the SCheduling Office prior to collecting any money or goods.

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FREE DRAWINGS

Free drawings are legal when rules conforming to the California State Law are followed exactly. These rules are: 1. The drawing must be in connection

with an event or a recognized student organization. 2. The ticket must have the following

information printed on it: a. date, time and location of drawing b. name of sponsors and beneficiary of fundraising c. donation or purchase of ticket is not required to be eligible to win d. winner need not be present at drawing (not required but advised) 3. Free tickets (a minimum of one per

person) must be available. 4. Each solicitor must know that free tickets

can be obtained and how to obtain them. 5. The word drawing or free drawing is

required; do not use the word “raffle” on the ticket or in advertisements. NON-PROFIT COLLECTIONS

Recognized student organizations collecting money/donations for specific non-profit organizations must meet with the Director of Campus Activities at least two weeks prior to the event and supply the SCheduling Office with a written letter from the non-profit organization stating their agreement to accept donations prior to the scheduled collection of any goods or funds.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATION CO-SPONSORSHIP POLICIES

As many student organizations co-sponsor events with outside agencies, it is important to be aware of what constitutes a co-sponsorship. A student organization hosting an event with an outside organization must be aware that: 1. The student organization must be the pri-

mary contact for the SCheduling Office. 2. The money must be paid by the student

organization and not the outside agency for any fees owed to the university. 3. The student organization must be the pri-

mary name listed on all advertisements and promotional materials. 4. The main contact from the student orga-

nization must be present at all meetings and walkthroughs as the primary producer of the event. 5. Student organizations may not bring a busi-

ness to campus as a vendor. Businesses can only come to campus if a pre-existing event is occurring. For more information, refer to the Sales and Fundraising Policies, page 177. 6. All money made from the event (if any)

must follow the guidelines listed in SCampus. The policy is as follows: Conduct fundraising efforts within the stated Sales and Fundraising Policies of the university (see page 177). 7. Student organizations cosponsoring events

with university departments will only be considered the primary producing entity if all of

the above conditions apply. Student organization policies only apply to events for which the above conditions are met. CAMPUS TOUR POLICIES

A campus tour is any event that brings a nonuniversity affiliated company or business onto campus solely to market its products or services. Often, campus tours will approach student organizations about booking their event on campus in exchange for money. The university does not permit student organizations to earn money in this capacity. The Scheduling Office is permitted to accept four requests for Campus Tours per semester. USC Program Board is the only student organization at USC that is permitted to book campus tours. Program Board is limited to booking two campus tours per semester. All other student organizations are not permitted to bring campus tours to USC. The other two tour dates per semester may be used by university departments. Priority is given to tours that are not for profit and are for educational purposes (as opposed to marketing and sales,) All campus tours must be approved by the Office of Campus Activities. Campus tours may not bring any merchandise or materials to campus that are in direct conflict with an existing USC on-campus vendor. If the university suspects that a student organization or department is in violation of these guidelines, its event may be charged off-campus rates for the venue, and/or be canceled and the student organization will forfeit any deposits. Revised March 2011.

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The bicycle is a convenient and popular form of transportation at USC. Thousands of riders may be seen on campus on any given day; most are students, but faculty and staff also use bicycles for traversing campus. In view of the number of bicyclists, it is paramount that each rider act in a responsible manner to avoid injury. To maintain a safe environment for pedestrians and bicyclists, the following bicycle policy and related operational guidelines have been developed for all riders. The success of this program (i.e., the safety of campus users) requires that those individuals who ride bicycles exercise sound judgment and courtesy at all times while operating and parking their bicycles. All applicable sections of the California Motor Vehicle Code pertaining to bicycle use are to be observed on the properties of the University of Southern California. Any person operating a bicycle on USC property implicitly accepts responsibility for adherence to all state and local laws governing bicycle operation, as well as this bicycle policy.

California bicycle laws and bicycle safety tips can be found on the California Department of Motor Vehicle’s Website, dmv.ca.gov/about/bicycle.htm. Riding your bicycle on the sidewalk while on campus is permitted, except where noted by signs on campus. I. LICENSING/REGISTRATION 1. Bicycle registration is mandatory for all

faculty, staff and students who ride or park a bicycle on the USC campus. By registering your bicycle, you will help DPS identify your bike if lost, stolen, recovered or impounded. Registration can be completed online at capsnet.usc.edu/DPS/Bikeregistration.cfm and is free. After completing the registration process, you will receive an automated receipt by email which should be kept for your personal record. Print and take a copy of this receipt to the DPS office to pick up your registration decal. DPS is located at PSA on campus. For more information, please call DPS at (213) 740-5519.

2. Upon change of ownership or destruction

of the licensed bicycle, it is the responsibility of the owner to notify DPS in writing at 3667 S. McClintock Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90089 or by email at bikereg@caps.usc.edu. 3. Valid California Bicycle Licenses obtained

from other agencies will be accepted by DPS. However, it is recommended that owners register their bicycles with DPS to assure that current information is available in the event of a theft or if your bicycle is impounded. There is no charge for this informational registration. 4. It is unlawful for any person to tamper with,

destroy, mutilate or alter any license, indicia, registration tag or serial number on a bicycle (CA Vehicle Code 39002(b)). 5. Any person who knowingly buys, sells,

receives, disposes of, conceals, or has in his or her possession any personal property from which the manufacturer’s serial number,

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II. PARKING REGULATIONS 1. Bicycles may be parked only in those areas

which have been specifically designated for this purpose. A bicycle parking area is indicated by the presence of bicycle racks. All bicycles must be parked in bicycle racks, and it is recommended that they are secured to these bicycle racks to deter theft. 2. Bicycles may not be parked in a way that

would block or impede the access to a building entrance or exit. Bicycles may not be left within six feet of an entrance or exit unless the area is designated for bicycle parking by racks. Additionally, bicycle parking is prohibited at any entrance, exit or access ramp to any building on campus. 3. Bicycles parked in a manner that impedes

the normal access to ramps designated for wheelchair or handicapped access to facilities are subject to impound and fines. 4. Bicycles may not be parked or left on any

lawn or landscaped area except those that have been designated for bicycle parking with the presence of bicycle racks. 5. Bicycles may not be chained or attached

to shrubbery, trees, plants, guide rails, posts, doors, lamps, telephone poles or other objects not designated for the purpose of securing bicycles. 6. Bicycles may not be parked or left standing

in any lobby or hallway of any building. III. PARKING REGULATION ENFORCEMENT 1. A public safety officer or other individual

specifically authorized by DPS may issue a citation, relocate or impound a bicycle which: a. is in violation of any regulation stated in Section I and II; or b. appears to have been abandoned, inoperable; or c. has been reported stolen by its owner. 2. DPS may remove the securing mechanism

of the bicycle by whatever means are necessary for impounding a bicycle or locking the bicycle in place. DPS officers are authorized to remove the device and impound the bicycle in this manner, and the university shall not be liable to the owner of the securing device or the bicycle for the cost of repair or replacement of such securing device.

3. Any bicycle that has been impounded will

be secured at its location or in the impound area of DPS. Persons retrieving an impounded bicycle will be required to show proof of ownership (with complete description: manufacturer, model, color, size and serial numbers) and his/her picture identification (student ID or appropriate state driver’s license). 4. Bicycles are not to be left on campus for

storage during winter and summer breaks. Bicycles considered abandoned will be tagged and issued a three-day warning. If no action is taken within three days, these bicycles will be considered abandoned and impounded with a fee assigned. IV. BICYCLE OPERATION 1. All bicycles must be walked in and around

the following areas, Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.: a. Trousdale Parkway, between Hellman Way and Downey Way b. Childs Way, between Watt Way and the eastern boundary of Trousdale Parkway c. All construction areas at all times for the continued safety of pedestrians and bicyclists. d. Gate 5, at times, on McClintock, between Jefferson Boulevard and 34th Street 2. Bicycles may not be operated at a speed

that exceeds the university speed limit for vehicles (15 miles per hour on streets and 5 miles per hour on campus grounds). 3. Bicycles may be operated on the streets and

pedestrian malls on campus; however, bicycles are to be walked on sidewalks in designated areas delineated by signage. 4. Bicycles must always yield to pedestrians

anywhere on the pedestrian malls. Bicycles must be walked in crosswalks since they are many times filled with pedestrians. 5. When operating a bicycle, bicyclists must

remain to the far right of the street or paved area. FINE STRUCTURE

Violators receiving a citation may be referred to Student Judicial Affairs and Community Standards, receive a monetary fine or both. • The impound fee is $20 for each occurrence. A bicycle will not be released until after the payment is made and ownership

is established. If an owner is unable to pay the fine, he or she must sign a promissory note in order to retrieve his/her bicycle. If the owner does not return with the fine within three days, the charge will be added to the student’s fee bill and a registration hold will be placed if the amount is not paid. • The impound fee for bicycles blocking building access, wheelchair ramps or handicapped access is $35. • The impound fee for bicycles locked to a wheelchair ramp or handicapped access is $75. • Bicycles not claimed in 90 days will be presumed to be abandoned and will be sold or donated to charity. CAUTIONARY NOTE

Bicyclists are urged to be very cautious when riding on campus. Accidental collisions may seriously injure pedestrians or other bicyclists. In the state of California (dmv.ca.gov/about/bicycle.htm), Bicycle riders (cyclists) on public streets have the same rights and responsibilities as automobile drivers and are subject to the same rules and regulations as any other vehicle on the road. A bicyclist who strikes anyone is liable for all medical expenses of that victim and any damage done to the victim’s property. A bicycle operator who strikes a pedestrian or other bicyclist and does not stop to inquire whether any harm or damage has been done, has committed the crime of “hit and run” (Calif. Motor Vehicle Code, Section 20001). This could result in the arrest and prosecution of the bicycle operator. Such an offense carries a ONE-YEAR sentence in jail or state prison or a fine of $10,000 or BOTH. Riding a bicycle on campus grounds is good exercise and provides transportation to the rider. However, it also carries with it the necessity of operating a bicycle responsibly. Please ride your bicycle carefully and with all due consideration for the rights of other bicyclists and pedestrians. If you operate a bicycle, you are also urged to review your homeowner and automobile insurance policies, or other personal liability coverage to be sure you, and your family if you are a dependent, are protected. Revised March 2011.

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identification number or any other distinguishing number has been removed, defaced, destroyed or altered is guilty of a crime (CA Penal Code 537e(a)).

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Scooter/Motorcycle

Rollerblades/Skateboards

Motorized Scooter and Motorcycle Policy This policy relates to all motorized scooters, mopeds, motor bikes, motorcycles or other two- or three-wheeled, motor driven vehicles, herein referred to as motorized scooters/ motorcycles. Motorized scooters/motorcycles must be ridden in a safe manner with the riders observing the university speed limit of 15 mph and obeying all vehicular traffic regulations while on campus. Riding motorized scooters/motorcycles is not allowed at any time on the malls, sidewalks or the center of campus (Trousdale Parkway between 34th Street and Exposition Boulevard, and Childs Way from McClintock to Trousdale

Parkway). Riders may not take “short cuts” through unauthorized areas nor ride the vehicle in any way that may endanger pedestrians. All motorized scooters/motorcycles must be parked in the designated motorized scooter/ motorcycle parking areas only. The vehicles may not be parked in such a manner as to prevent automobiles from parking, i.e., parallel to the curb or between two parked cars. Motorized scooters/motorcycles may not be parked on the malls, within the center of campus or on a sidewalk adjacent to any building unless a designated motorized scooter/motorcycle parking area exists there. Designated scooter/motorcycle parking area maps are

available at the USC Transportation Office. All motorized scooters/motorcycles parked or driven on university property must have a valid parking permit. Parking permits may be purchased at the USC Transportation Office. The permit must be affixed in a highly visible area, e.g., the front fender, fork, or windshield. The USC Transportation Office is located at 620 West 35th Street PSX on the University Park Campus, and is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The telephone number is (213) 740-3575. Revised April 2009.

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Usage Policy for Roller Skates, Rollerblades, Scooters, Skateboards and Other Coasting Devices

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Roller skates, rollerblades, scooters, skateboards and other coasting devices are not vehicles, and are prohibited on roadways dedicated solely to vehicular traffic and in parking structures. Coasting devices are approved for use as transportation on university property, but cannot be used in any manner that places pedestrians at risk; their use for acrobatic, racing or other stunts is strictly prohibited. Persons may coast or ride upon any sidewalk or improved surface used for pedestrian purposes, provided they yield the right-of-way to pedestrians on foot. The use of coasting devices is prohibited within any building on the USC campuses or on any surface features (e.g., handicapped ramps, benches, or other architectural features) that might reasonably be expected to incur damage because of such use. Persons using roller skates or rollerblades must remove them before entering all university buildings. These regulations are effective immediately and will be enforced by the Department of Public Safety. Students or employees violating these regulations are subject to disciplinary action by the appropriate university office or official. Any other person violating these prohibitions may be cited for criminal trespass. Definitions for the terminology used above include: 1. Roller skate: a shoe, or attachment for a

shoe, with a set of wheels connected for skating. 2. Rollerblade: a type of roller skate with in-

line wheels. 3. Scooter: a narrow platform mounted on

in-line or skate-type wheels with a handle to allow steering by turning the front wheels. 4. Skateboard: a board mounted on skate-type

wheels.

5. Acrobatics, recreational use: any action

4. You must always yield to pedestrians any-

on roller-equipped devices that is not necessary for the safe forward movement of the rider and which might be described as a “trick” or “routine,” including, but not limited to, such maneuvers as having all wheels off the ground at the same time, jumping up or down steps, and so on.

where on the pedestrian malls. Roller skates, rollerblades, scooters, skateboards and other coasting devices must be walked in crosswalks, which are often filled with pedestrians.

ROLLER SKATES, ROLLERBLADES, SCOOTERS, SKATEBOARDS AND OTHER COASTING DEVICES Operation 1. All roller skates, rollerblades, scooters,

skateboards and other coasting devices must be walked in and around the following areas, Monday through Friday, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.: a. Trousdale Parkway, between Hellman Way and Downey Way; b. Childs Way, between Watt Way and the eastern boundary of Trousdale Parkway; c. All construction areas at all times for the continued safety of pedestrians and bicyclists; and d. Gate 5, at times, on McClintock, between Jefferson Boulevard and 34th Street. 2. All roller skates, rollerblades, scooters,

skateboards and other coasting devices may not be operated at a speed that exceeds the university speed limit for vehicles (15 miles per hour on streets and 5 miles per hour on campus grounds). 3. Roller skates, rollerblades, scooters, skate-

boards and other coasting devices are not vehicles, are prohibited on roadways dedicated solely to vehicular traffic and in parking structures, and are to be walked on sidewalks in designated areas delineated by signage.

Cautionary Note

You are urged to be very cautious when riding on campus. Accidental collisions may seriously injure pedestrians or other skaters. In the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, “No person shall ride, operate or use a bicycle, unicycle, skateboard, cart, wagon, wheelchair, rollerskates, or any other device moved exclusively by human power, on a sidewalk, bikeway or boardwalk in a willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property” (LAMC 56.15.1). A person riding roller skates or skateboards who strikes anyone is liable for all medical expenses of that victim and any damage done to the victim’s property. Riding roller skates/blades or skateboards on campus grounds is good exercise and provides transportation to the rider. However, it also carries with it responsibility and liability. Please ride carefully and with all due consideration for the rights of others. If you use roller skates/blades or a skateboard, you are also urged to review your homeowner and automobile insurance policies, or other personal liability coverage to be sure that you, and your family if you are a dependent, are protected. Revised April 2011.

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Need to find the contact information for your department chair? In a hurry to locate the Student Affairs Office? The SCampus Telephone Directory is an easy way to find out who to contact and where to go for virtually anything on campus.

Unless otherwise noted, all phone numbers are in the 213 area code.

A Academic and International Fellowships, Office of

Mork Family, Trustee and Presidential Scholars; International Scholarships and Fellowships 740-9116 Dir., Noosha Malek GFS 227, MC 1695, 740-9757 (FAX) aifstaff@usc.edu usc.edu/aif Academic Counseling Services

Academic Review Department 740-7741 Asst. Registrar, Kenny Eng TRO 101, MC 0912, 821-0249 (FAX) acadrev@usc.edu usc.edu/academicreview Academic Culture Assembly

Program Board 740-5656 TCC 224, MC 3107, 740-2524 (FAX) uscaca@usc.edu academicculture.com Academic Integrity

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Asst. Registrar, Kenny Eng TRO 101, MC 0912, 821-0249 (FAX) acadrev@usc.edu usc.edu/academicreview Articulation 740-4628 Assoc. Registrar/Articulation Officer, Matthew Bemis JHH 010, MC 0912, 821-3757 (FAX) uscartic@usc.edu usc.edu/articulation Classroom Scheduling 740-4612 Sr. Scheduling Coord., Fern Iwata REG 206, MC 0912, 821-3756 (FAX) classroom.scheduling@usc.edu usc.edu/classroomscheduling Curriculum Services 740-1162 Sr. Curriculum Analyst, Edwenna Werner REG 210, MC 0912, 821-3761 (FAX) curriclm@usc.edu usc.edu/curriculum Degree Progress Department 740-7070 Student Services Supervisor, Nelson Shirota JHH 010, MC 0912, 821-3757 (FAX) degreepr@usc.edu usc.edu/degreeprogress Grade Department 740-5586 Asst. Registrar, James Feigert JHH 106, MC 0912, 821-3758 (FAX) gtv@usc.edu usc.edu/grades

Petitions, Academic Review 740-7741 Asst. Registrar, Kenny Eng TRO 101, MC 0912, 821-0249 (FAX) acadrev@usc.edu usc.edu/academicreview Registration Services 740-8500 Assoc. Registrar, Frank Chang REG Lobby, MC 0912, 821-3724 (FAX) register@usc.edu usc.edu/registration Transcripts 740-7445 Asst. Registrar, James Feigert REG Lobby, MC 0912, 821-3758 (FAX) gtv@usc.edu usc.edu/transcripts Tuition Exchange 740-6963 Tuition Exchange Liaison, Robert Morley JHH 101, MC 0912, 821-3803 (FAX) tuitionexchange.org Verification, Degree or Enrollment 740-9230 Asst. Registrar, James Feigert REG Lobby, MC 0912, 821-3758 (FAX) gtv@usc.edu usc.edu/verification Academic Support, Center for

Academic Support Programs 740-0776 Assoc. Dean and Dir., Patricia Tobey STU 301, MC 0896, 740-6384 (FAX) study@usc.edu usc.edu/cas Disability Services and Programs 740-0776 Dir., Eddie Roth eroth@usc.edu; ability@usc.edu Assoc. Dir., Mattie E. Grace mgrace@usc.edu STU 301, MC 0896, 740-8216 (FAX) usc.edu/disability Asst. Dir., Kevin Bolen STU 301, MC 0896, 740-8216 (FAX) bolen@usc.edu usc.edu/disability Interpreter Coord., Kathi Hammons STU 301, MC 0896, 740-8216 (FAX) khammons@usc.edu usc.edu/disability Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity 740-7884 Asst. Dean, Eddie Roth STU 311, MC 0896, 740-7952 (FAX) eroth@usc.edu Learning Specialist, Kristina Alvarado 740-7884 STU 311, MC 0896, 740-7952 (FAX) kmalvara@usc.edu Assistive Technology Specialist, Albert Mangagil 740-7884 STU 311, MC 0896, 740-7952 (FAX) amangagi@usc.edu kortschakcenter.usc.edu Structured Curriculum Program 740-0776 Dir., Christopher Mattson Asst. Dir., Crystal Conley STU 301, MC 0896, 821-5958 (FAX) scprgram@usc.edu; cemattso@usc.edu; clconley@usc.edu usc.edu/scp

Undergraduate Success Program 740-0776 Dir., Abi Ingleton STU 301, MC 0896, 821-5479 (FAX) abic@usc.edu; usp@usc.edu usc.edu/cas Accounting, Leventhal School of

Dean, William W. Holder 740-4838 ACC 101A, MC 0441, 740-2153 (FAX) wholder@marshall.usc.edu marshall.usc.edu/lsoa Academic Affairs 740-4850 Assoc. Dean, James Manegold ACC 121A, MC 0441, 747-2815 (FAX) jmanegold@marshall.usc.edu Accounting Library 740-5027 ACC 105, MC 1422, 740-8041 (FAX) library@marshall.usc.edu marshall.usc.edu/library Masterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Degree Programs 740-4838 Assoc. Dean, Shirley Maxey ACC 101, MC 0441, 747-2815 (FAX) macc.mbt@marshall.usc.edu marshall.usc.edu/leventhal/grad Ph.D. Program 740-0676 Assoc. Dir., Michelle Silver Lee ACC 214, MC 0442, 740-3208 (FAX) phd@marshall.usc.edu marshall.usc.edu/phd Undergraduate Program 740-4838 Asst. Dean, Mildred Penner ACC 101, MC 0441, 747-2815 (FAX) mpenner@marshall.usc.edu Activities

Campus Activities 740-5693 Asst. Dean and Dir. of Campus Activities, Heather Larabee TCC 330, MC 3103, 740-9548 (FAX) larabee@usc.edu usc.edu/ca Administration

Sr. Vice Pres., Administration, Todd R. Dickey 740-8184 ADM 150, MC 0011, 740-5943 (FAX) svpadmin@usc.edu Admission

Admission 740-1111 Dean of Admission, Timothy Brunold 740-6753 JHH 216, MC 0911, 821-3707 (FAX) admdean@usc.edu Admission, Undergraduate 740-1111 Assoc. Dean and Dir., Kirk Brennan 740-6753 JHH 216, MC 0911, 821-3707 (FAX) admdir@usc.edu Admission, Graduate (see Graduate Admission) Admission Center 740-1111 SKS 202, MC 0911 usc.edu/admission Advancement, University

Sr. Vice Pres., Albert Checcio 740-2211 University Annual Giving 740-7503 Dir., Iyoni Rice ATT T2500, MC 0000, 740-2380 (FAX) irice@usc.edu

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