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Meet Giancarlo Ceja: USC's Marching Band section leader turned climate justice advocate, committed to giving low-income neighborhoods a fighting chance. 🎺🌎 Find out why this fight is a personal one for him.

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USC band section leader’s fight for climate justice is personal Giancarlo Ceja is determined to advocate for low-income neighborhoods.

Welcome back, Trojans! 🔥 From the rush of seeing campus to hearing the Victory Bell ring in the distance, what made your first day at USC unforgettable? Was it meeting new friends at the Lyon Center or grabbing your first iced coffee at Dulce? Drop your favorite memories below! ⤵️

Describe your favorite USC memory using only emojis! 🎓✨❤️

Led by enthusiastic alumni volunteers, the ReSCeptions play a crucial role in bringing together people from different places who belong to the Trojan family, fostering long-lasting connections. Additionally, these gatherings provide newcomers to a city or region with the opportunity to broaden their network within the Trojan community✌️❤️

For more details and to explore your own personal Trojan community, please visit: https://alumni.usc.edu/alumni-welcome-resceptions/

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2024 Volunteer Recognition Awards! The USC Alumni Association is excited to honor and recognize the outstanding contributions of volunteers who have devoted their time and energy in service to the university on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Town and Gown on the University Park Campus.⁠
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The President’s Award recognizes the outstanding leadership contributions of a volunteer over the course of several years, which may include fulfillment of a formal leadership position and/or achievements in informal activities. Other factors considered are the volunteer’s overall record of service, loyalty, dedication and contributions to the Trojan Family.

Register now: https://alumni.usc.edu/vrd/

It's and our partner USC Credit Union offers a few helpful pro tips 💡

Find out more: https://www.usccreditunion.org/financial-wellness/

What's one thing you know now that you wish you knew as a freshman at USC? 🤔💡

Campus Access Update: To speed up access to campus, all campus gates will be open beginning August 15. The McCarthy Way and McClintock Avenue entrances will have 24-hour access, while other entrances will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Please note: Alumni must pre-register prior to visiting campus. Visit alumni.usc.edu/alumni-campus-access for more information.

To view the full update, visit we-are.usc.edu/2024/08/07/update-on-how-to-access-usc/.

Update on how to access USC We hope you are enjoying the summer, and we look forward to welcoming all of you to the University Park Campus for the start of fall semester. In preparation for the new academic year, we have taken many steps to modernize our campus to ensure a safe, secure environment for our university community,...

Exciting news! 🎉 We are thrilled to welcome Erika Jordan ML ‘18 back to USC as our new associate senior vice president for alumni relations!

A USC Price () alumna and Los Angeles native with an extensive background in fostering alumni engagement and building strong community ties, Erika brings a wealth of experience and passion to our team.

Join us in giving her a warm welcome as she leads us into the next century of the USC Alumni Association. Fight On!✌️

What an amazing season of USC SCend Offs! 💫 Trojan families from across the globe united to greet the newest members of our ever-expanding community. It was a touching experience brimming with Trojan spirit as alumni, current students, and new Trojans exchanged stories, advice, and excitement for the journey ahead.⁠

SCend Offs are more than just a tradition; they showcase the strength and unity of the Trojan Family. From moving speeches by alumni to the eager faces of new students and their families, each event was a beautiful reminder of the lifelong bonds we create at USC. ✌️⁠

A heartfelt thank you to all the volunteer hosts, organizers, and attendees who made these gatherings unforgettable. To our new students: Welcome to USC! ✨️

What an incredible season of USC SCend Offs! 💫 Trojan families from around the world came together to welcome the newest members of our ever-growing community. It was a heartwarming experience filled with the Trojan spirit, as alumni, current students, and incoming Trojans shared stories, advice, and enthusiasm for the journey ahead.⁠
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The SCend Offs are more than just a tradition; they’re a testament to the strength and unity of the Trojan Family. From heartfelt speeches by alumni to the excited faces of new students and their families, each event was a beautiful reminder of the lifelong connections we make at USC ✌️⁠
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A huge thank you to all the volunteer hosts, organizers, and attendees who made these gatherings unforgettable. To our new students: Welcome to USC! ✨️⁠
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being an alum is so brat 💚

What’s on your summer playlist, Trojans? Drop your favorite summer jams in the comments! 🎶

Woke up in the Big Ten! 🏈🏟️✌️Congratulations to all the runners who participated in this year’s 5k in Chicago! The one-of-a-kind race, gave our alumni the opportunity to rep USC for the first time as a Big Ten school all while giving back to some great charities! 🏃

Did you know? The USC Trojan Marching Band has performed in more than 1,000 consecutive USC football games since 1987! 🎺

Happy International Friendship Day to our incredible USC alumni community! The connections we make during our time at USC often extend far beyond graduation. Today, we celebrate the friendships that continue to enrich our lives and professional networks. Share your USC friendship stories in the comments below! ❤️✌️

Test your Trojan knowledge! 🤓 Which USC building is known for its iconic clock tower?

✨ From the Eiffel Tower to the Olympic rings, our USC pride is shining bright in the City of Lights 🇫🇷🏅 ⁠
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Alumni and students from across Europe gathered in Paris on Wednesday to celebrate the 2024 Paris Olympics, the USC alumni community and the university’s unmatched Olympic heritage. The event, hosted by USC Athletics, the USC Alumni Association’s and the USC Alumni Club of Paris, was held at the historic Lagardère Paris Racing, one of the city’s most prestigious sports clubs and one of the sites of the first Olympic Games in France in 1900.⁠
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“The evening was a huge success, and everyone enjoyed engaging with our new students and Trojan Olympians,” said Leslie Nelson Cressy, president of the USC Alumni Club of Paris, who worked diligently to make the event happen. “This event is a testament to the strength of the global Trojan Family.”⁠
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Read more here: https://today.usc.edu/trojans-gather-in-paris-to-celebrate-the-olympics/

Without using your class year or any other numbers, tell us what year you graduated?✌️

Did you know that USC is home to more Olympians, overall medalists, and gold medalists than any other U.S university? With a history of producing incredible athletes, our Trojans have brought home over 300 Olympic medals! 🥇🥈🥉⁠
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From track and field to swimming, our USC athletes have made their mark on the world stage, embodying the spirit of determination, resilience, and victory. 🌍✨ Let’s celebrate the achievements of our fellow Trojans and continue to support the incredible talent coming out of USC. Fight on! ✌️⁠
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Prepare yourself for a memorable evening at the Hollywood Bowl! 🎶✨ This highly anticipated yearly event is a beloved custom for our Trojan community, uniting alumni, students, faculty, and friends for an extraordinary night beneath the celestial sky 🌟

Join us on Friday, August 2nd as we savor a remarkable assortment of performances that guarantee to ignite inspiration and captivate. Let us gather as one to create an unforgettable USC Night at the Hollywood Bowl! ✌️❤️

Get your tickets now: https://fightonline.usc.edu/s/listing/a1UQi000000x0X3/2024-usc-night-at-the-hollywood-bowl

Scenes from this year's Wrigley Day 🌊⁠
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USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences () alumni and their families had a chance to gain knowledge about contemporary environmental concerns and emerging strategies, all while enjoying themselves at Wrigley Marine Science Center on Catalina Island. The day's activities included snorkeling, research demonstrations and lectures, a Marine Protected Area Tour and a hike! 🪸🤿

🔴🟡 FIGHT ON! 🔴🟡✨

We can't wait to see all of you at this year's USC Homecoming which will take place on November 16th 🏈 ⁠ We want to reminisce about the amazing moments from last year's homecoming when we celebrated the 55th Anniversary of USC Song. Let's take a trip down memory lane with these throwback photos! 📣

Dance On! ✌️Relive the magic from last year’s homecoming when we celebrated the 55th Anniversary of USC Song. We can’t wait to see all of you at this year’s USC Homecoming which will take place from November 14th to November 16th 🏈 ⁠

In the meantime let’s take a trip down memory lane with these throwback photos! 📣

There is something special about traveling together – making new friends, creating lifelong memories, learning about other places and people, and experiencing something wonderful for the first time. Since 1978, USC Trojan Travel () has provided unique, educational travel experiences ranging from small groups and chartered river boats to expedition and small-ship cruises.⁠
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Trojan Travel welcomes all members of the Trojan Family – alumni, parents, staff, faculty, friends and family. Here are some highlights from one of last year's trips: "Cruising the Great Lakes" 🌊

Happy 4th of July from USC Alumni! 🎆

USC BAA will be hosting Black Trojans on the Vineyard at the Soul of Sonoma on the Vineyard: "By Air, Land, & Sea" 🌊🌍🌬️⁠
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This fifth annual celebration promises a five-course wine pairing dinner, showcasing premium wines from Black winemakers and a seasonal tasting menu inspired by the African diaspora. Swipe to see some highlights from last year, and find out more: https://alumni.usc.edu/baa/vineyard/

We are excited to welcome alumna Erika Jordan ‘18 as the new associate senior vice president for alumni relations. For Jordan, returning to Southern California and to USC’s University Park Campus means being close to family and friends again, she earned a master’s degree from USC Price after spending eight years working at USC Marshall.

“I want to make sure that USC is always a place where alumni can always stay plugged in and we can continue to provide value,” she said. “Once you get people engaged, they often want to give back their time and talent to our students and support in other ways.”

Growing up in the Baldwin Hills neighborhood of L.A. and often attending Trojan football games with her family. “I actually spent a lot of time on campus in various kinds of college prep programs growing up,” she said. “So, I’ve always been familiar with the USC campus.”

USC Board of Trustees members John Iino and Nadine Watt, who have both served as president of the Alumni Association’s Board of Governors in recent years, praised Jordan’s accomplishments at USC and other major universities.

“I’m excited to witness the USCAA’s growth under Erika’s stewardship,” Iino said. “She is a passionate, innovative and proven leader who has successfully navigated alumni affairs. Most of all, she is a proud member of the Trojan Family who will inspire all of us to achieve our highest potential.”

Read the USC News story here: https://today.usc.edu/new-usc-alumni-association-head-erika-jordan/