The joy. The accomplishment. The Trojan Family. ✨ Relive the @lacoliseum spirit from USC’s 2026 main Commencement ceremony. Fight On! ✌️ More from USC News: https://weare.sc/2026-commencement #USCGrad
A surprise moment for the ages. ✨ Maestro @gustavodudamel led the Trojan Marching Band — with USC President Kim on cello and a beautiful anthem performance by Leverett Wilson of @uscopera — during a Commencement celebration filled with joy, artistry, and Trojan spirit. One unforgettable night for the Class of 2026. Fight On! ✌
If you could describe your USC experience in one word, what would it be? 🎓 As the USC community gathers to celebrate Commencement, hear directly from the Class of 2026 reflecting on their time at USC and the memories they’ll carry into their next chapter.
Fight On ✌ #USCGrad
How does music shape the brain, and what does that mean for how we learn, connect, and age? In this episode of Trojan Talks, I speak with Dr. Assal Habibi, director of the USC Center for Music, Brain, and Society, about her fascinating research into how music can impact brain function, childhood development, and well-being.
Watch now: https://weare.sc/21b33b
Get ready! This week, world-renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel takes the stage as USC’s 2026 commencement speaker. 🎓 As he marks 17 remarkable years at @laphil , join us in celebrating @gustavodudamel as one of the most influential conductors known for his dynamic style, global impact on the arts, and for championing music education and access widely.
🎧 Did you know @ClassicalCalifornia (KUSC + KDFC) is honoring his legacy with Celebrating Gustavo, a special Sunday series airing through June 7 (2–4pm)? Tune in to be a part of honoring his transformative years here in Los Angeles. 🎶
#USCGrad #ClassicalCalifornia
USC grads and families, Commencement is almost here! 🎓
Here’s what you need to know about tickets:
🎟️ Tickets are required ONLY for ceremonies at the @lacoliseum + @shrinela (including the Main Stage ceremony on May 14).
✔️ Tickets are FREE and in your USC Ticket Office My Account
✔️ Graduates must transfer tickets to guests
✔️ Mobile tickets only, no printouts
✔️ Pro tip: download tickets before you arrive (WiFi may be limited)
📲 Let’s get ready to celebrate! Check your account, and send tickets to your guests now. https://uscne.ws/ticketing
The countdown to commencement is on, and the nostalgia is hitting hard 🎓🥹
We’ll miss this graduating class, but we’re excited to welcome you as @uscalumni . Trojan family forever ✌️
#USCGrad #USC #USCDornsife #ClassOf2026
Congrats to all the amazing Trojans recognized at the annual Student Academic Honors Convocation for their scholarship, creative work, leadership, and service. Fight On! ✌️
Today USC launched a pathbreaking university-wide initiative that will leverage AI to accelerate our societal impact in fields ranging from the health sciences and security to business and the arts. Thanks to the generosity and vision of Mark and Mary Stevens, whose names will now grace the USC Mark and Mary Stevens School of Computing and Artificial Intelligence, we will attract even more world-class AI talent to USC. Read more about the $200M gift establishing USC’s leadership in the Age of AI: https://uscne.ws/7e26aa (Photo illustration/Stevens photo by Steve Cohn, Ginsburg Hall rendering by HOK)
