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Get ready! This week, world-renowned conductor @GustavoDudamel takes the stage as USC’s 2026 commencement speaker. 🎓 As he marks 17 remarkable years at @LAPhil, join us in celebrating him 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 @classicalcal (@classicalKUSC + @ClassicalKDFC) 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. 🎶 classicalcalifornia.org #USCGrad #ClassicalCalifornia

The phone lines to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) have been repaired.  All DPS phone lines are functioning normally.

The phone lines to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) remain partially restored. Repairs are in progress. To contact DPS in an emergency, dial the emergency number for the Health Sciences Campus, (323) 442-1000. For non-emergencies, dial (323) 442-1200. Report any audible alarms to the HSC emergency number. DPS may also be contacted through the LiveSafe mobile safety app.

The phone lines to the Department of Public (DPS) have been partially restored. To contact DPS in an emergency, dial the emergency number for the Health Sciences Campus, (323) 442-1000. For non-emergencies, dial (323) 442-1200.

Due to a technical issue, the phone lines to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) are temporarily disabled. For emergencies, dial 911. For non-emergencies, dial 877-275-5273 for LAPD. DPS may be reached through the LiveSafe mobile safety app.

USC grads and families, Commencement is almost here! Before you arrive, here’s what to know about tickets: 🎟️ Tickets are required ONLY for ceremonies at the @lacoliseum + @ShrineLA (including the Main Stage ceremony on May 14). Check your account and download your tickets now: uscne.ws/ticketing #USCGrad

Congrats to all the amazing Trojans recognized at the annual Student Academic Honors Convocation for their scholarship, creative work, leadership, and service. Fight On! uscne.ws/6e395f

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: uscne.ws/7e26aa @USCStevensAI @USCViterbi

How can partnerships between universities and industry help shape the future of work? President Kim sat down with Prem Natarajan, USC Research Professor of Computer Science and EVP & Chief Scientist at Capital One, to discuss the evolving relationship between academia and industry, the role of AI in accelerating collaboration, and how more intentional partnerships can drive real-world impact. Watch now: weare.sc/d3c938

Today is Day of SCupport! Step up for SC with a gift to support USC students, research or programs. Get a match and double your impact! weare.sc/dayscupport84e…

We are excited to announce our two commencement keynote speakers: author and advocate Sister Helen Prejean (JD and undergraduate ceremonies) and Nicolai Schwarz-Gondek (G&IP ceremony), attorney and USC Gould Board of Councilors member. gould.usc.edu/about/commence… #GouldGrad #USCGrad

For the first time, scientists have mapped how the brain ages—region by region. Using #AI, this is a major step toward earlier detection and targeted treatments. viterbischool.usc.edu/news/2026/03/f…

The Center for Advanced Research Computing at USC enables researchers to go beyond the limits of personal computing. today.usc.edu/how-high-perfo…

In a world of constant change, leadership can’t stand still. @USCMarshall’s 2026 Leadership Summit brought alumni together to share how they’re navigating disruption—and what it takes to lead through it. marshall.usc.edu/news/2026-lead…

Jasmine Koo, already the winningest player in @USCWomensGolf history, became the first @bigten Champion for USC over the weekend! ✌️ usctrojans.com/news/2026/4/26…

🙌 #FightOn

🙌 #FightOn

Welcome to campus, Explore USC attendees! You got a very special guest musician on quads today.

Can you believe it?? This past weekend marked the largest @latimes Festival of Books in recent memory!! 🌟 Over one special weekend, an estimated 168,000 attendees flocked to the @USC campus to celebrate the enduring power of storytelling. Wow! 📚✨ Thank YOU for making the nation’s largest literary festival bigger and better and more exciting than ever. 🥰 Ready to do it again April 17 and 18, 2027? #bookfest 📅