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The USC Gould School of Law provides a forward-looking, interdisciplinary legal education, guided by nationally renowned professors and practitioners and energized by an engaged and collegial student body. As one of the most diverse of the nation’s top law schools, USC Gould is made up of students from across the country and around the world whose ideas and experiences enrich the learning process and provide new perspectives on the law. Through collaborative and rigorous training, hands-on experiential offerings, and exceptional career services support, Gould students acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed regionally, nationally and globally.

USC Gould alumni are partners in the world’s largest law firms, CEOs and presidents of multimillion-dollar companies, and leaders in government and public service organizations. Since its founding in 1900, the school has produced scores of judges and elected officials at the city, state and federal levels.

USC Gould School of Law (213) 740-7331 Email: [email protected] gould.usc.edu

Administration

Andrew T. Guzman, JD, PhD, Dean *

Franita Tolson, JD, Vice Dean*

Donald Scotten, JD, LLM, Vice Dean*

Elizabeth A. Carroll, JD, Vice Dean

Elizabeth Armour, AB, Associate Dean

Deborah A. Call, MBA, Associate Dean and Chief Programs Officer

Raymond Flores, MBA, EdD, Associate Dean

Diana C. Jaque, MLIS, JD, Associate Dean

David Kirschner, JD, Associate Dean

Robin H. Maness, MS, Associate Dean and Chief Development Officer

Yasmine McMorrin, JD,  Associate Dean

Donna Pavlick, JD, LLM, PhD, Associate Dean

Ian Wood, MBA, Associate Dean and Chief Financial Officer

Margaret A. Kean, BA, Assistant Dean

Misa Shimotsu-Kim, MEd, Assistant Dean

Dean and Carl Mason Franklin Chair in Law: Andrew T. Guzman, JD, PhD*

University Professor and Scott H. Bice Chair in Healthcare Law, Policy and Ethics: Alexander Morgan Capron, LLB*, MA (Hon.)

Judge Edward J. and Ruey L. Guirado Chair in Law: Thomas D. Lyon, JD, PhD*

Edward G. Lewis Chair in Law: Daniel M. Klerman, JD, PhD

J. Thomas McCarthy Trustee Chair in Law: Robert K. Rasmussen, JD

Robert C. Packard Trustee Chair in Law: Edward D. Kleinbard, MA, JD

Robert C. Packard Trustee Chair in Law: Edward J. McCaffery, MA, JD*

The Rader Family Trustee Chair in Law: Rebecca L. Brown, JD*

Nathan and Lilly Shapell Chair in Law: Nomi M. Stolzenberg, JD

UPS Foundation Chair in Law and Gerontology: Martin L. Levine, JD, LLD*

University Professor of Journalism, Communication and Law: Geoffrey Cowan, LLB (Journalism)

Orrin B. Evans Distinguished Professor of Law:  Elyn R. Saks, MLitt, JD, PhD, LLD (Hon.)*

Virginia S. and Fred H. Bice Professor of Law: Scott A. Altman, JD*

Roy P. Crocker Professor of Law: Jody David Armour, JD

Richard L. and Maria B. Crutcher Professor of Law: Dan Simon, LLB, MBA, LLM, SJD

Sidney M. and Audrey M. Irmas Endowed Clinical Professor of Law: Niels W. Frenzen, JD

Maurice Jones, Jr. – Class of 1925 Professor of Law and Philosophy: Gregory C. Keating, JD, PhD

Robert Kingsley Professor of Law: Susan R. Estrich, JD

Richard L. and Antoinette S. Kirtland Professor of Law: Daria Roithmayr, JD

Newton Professor of Constitutional Law: David B. Cruz, MS, JD*

Robert C. and Nanette T. Packard Professor of Law: Scott H. Bice, JD*

Provost Professor of Policy, Political Science and Law:  Jeffery A. Jenkins, PhD (Political Science) ***

John B. and Alice R. Sharp Professor of Law: Ariela J. Gross, JD, PhD*

Torrey H. Webb Professor of Law: Jonathan M. Barnett, MA, MPhil, JD

Professors:  Sam Erman, JD, PhD; Sofia Mary Gruskin, JD, MIA (Preventive Medicine) ; Bart A. Kosko, JD, PhD (Electrical and Computer Engineering) ; Sharon A. Lloyd, PhD (Philosophy) ; John G. Matsusaka, PhD (Finance and Business Economics) ; Claudia Moatti, PhD, HDR (Classics) ; Kevin J. Murphy, PhD (Finance and Business Economics) ; Jonathan Quong, PhD  (Philosophy) *; Alison Dundes Renteln, JD, PhD (Political Science) ; Camille Gear Rich, JD; Stephen Rich, MA, JD*; Emily Ryo, JD, PhD; Wayne Sandholtz, PhD (International Relations) ; Hilary M. Schor, PhD (English) ; Michael Simkovic, JD; Franita Tolson, JD

Associate Professors: Jessica Marglin, MA, PhD (Religion) ; Nathan Perl-Rosenthal, MA, MPhil, PhD (History);  Abby K. Wood, MALD, JD, PhD

Assistant Professors: Erik Hovenkamp, JD, PhD; Felipe Jimenez, JD, LLM, JSD; Dorothy S. Lund, JD; Marcela Prieto Rudolphy, JD, LLM

Adjunct Professor:  Richard Peterson, MDR, JD, LLM

Adjunct Assistant Professors:  Preston Ascherin, JD; Anitha Cadambi, LLB, LLM; Judy K. Davis, MLIS, JD; Cynthia Guyer, MLIS, JD; Sarah Hall, JD; Diana C. Jaque, MA, MLIS, JD; Paul Moorman, MLIS, JD; Brian Peck, JD; Brian M. Raphael, MLS, JD*; Jean Lantz Reisz, JD; Karen Skinner, MS, MLS, JD

Clinical Professors:  Michael J. Brennan, LLB; Michael Chasalow, JD, MBA*; Hannah R. Garry, MA, JD*; Lisa Klerman, JD; Jef Pearlman, JD; Heidi L. Rummel, JD

Professors of Lawyering Skills:  Elizabeth A. Carroll, JD; Rebecca S. Lonergan, JD; Susan C. Wright, JD

Assistant Professor of Lawyering Skills: Laura Riley, JD

Professors of the Practice of Law: Clare Pastore, JD; Donald Scotten, JD, LLM

Emeritus Professors:  Marshall Cohen, MA, MA (Oxon) (University Professor); Edward J. Finegan, PhD (Linguistics) ; Ronald R. Garet, MPhil, JD, PhD* (Carolyn Craig Franklin Chair in Law, Emeritus) ; Cynthia B. Herrup, PhD (History); George Lefcoe, LLB (Ervin and Florine Yoder Chair in Real Estate Law); Michael H. Shapiro, MA, JD (Dorothy W. Nelson Professor of Law, Emeritus) ; Larry G. Simon, LLB (Herbert W. Armstrong Professor of Constitutional Law, Emeritus) ; W. David Slawson, MA, LLB* (Torrey H. Webb Professor of Law, Emeritus) ; Christopher D. Stone, JD, LLD (Hon.)* (J. Thomas McCarthy Trustee Chair in Law, Emeritus)

Clinical Emeritus Professors: Lee W. Campbell, JD; Noel M. Ragsdale, JD*

Emeritus Professor of Lawyering Skills: Robert M. Saltzman, JD

*Recipient of university-wide or school teaching award.

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Juris Doctor

The Juris Doctor (JD) is the standard law degree. To obtain the degree, full-time attendance for six semesters is required. During the first year, the student takes a curriculum of basic courses that examine fundamental legal institutions and address legal problems relevant to today’s society and the modern practice of law. During the second and third years, the student must complete a writing requirement and at least 6 units in experiential courses. The remainder of the courses taken in the last two years are primarily elective.

JD students have an opportunity to learn about foreign legal systems and to experience different cultures through study abroad programs. Qualified second- and third-year JD candidates are exposed to international law as they take part in exchange programs with leading partner institutions worldwide. For more information, please check out the Gould School of Law Website.

All applicants are required to take the Law School Admission Test (LSAT) administered by the Law School Admissions Council (LSAC) or the Graduate Records Examinations (GRE) administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS). Applicants who take the LSAT must take the test no later than February if they seek to start law school the following August. Applicants who take the GRE must take the test no later than mid-January (the specific date is available in the application instructions) if they plan to start law school the following August.

USC Gould admits a small number of highly qualified transfer students with LLM degrees from USC Gould. These students will have taken a large number of JD courses in their LLM course of study and received strong grades in those courses; the LSAT is not required.  

USC Gould School of Law maintains several dual degree programs with the graduate schools on campus. These programs enable qualified students to earn a law degree (JD) and the appropriate master’s degree. If the master’s degree normally requires one year of study, a student in a dual degree program may earn both degrees in only three years. If the master’s normally requires two years of post-baccalaureate courses, a total of four years may be required. To earn the JD, all students (including dual degree students) must complete 37 numerically graded law units at USC beyond the first year curriculum.

Students may be accepted for a dual degree program when they are accepted to the law school, although most students do not apply until near the end of the first year. All programs require that students successfully complete the required first year of law school before beginning work toward the master’s degree. Credit toward the law degree may not be given for graduate work completed prior to the completion of the first year of law school, although some credit toward the master’s degree may be allowed by the faculty of the cooperating department of approved work completed prior to the first year of law school. Students are not eligible for either of their dual degrees until they complete the requirements for both degrees. 

Following are general descriptions of current dual degree programs. Students who wish to pursue a dual degree program with a graduate program not listed below, can propose a customized dual-degree program. In all cases, prospective students must seek and gain acceptance to both the law school and the other graduate program, and have the dual degree program approved by both schools. Decisions regarding admission to the law school and the graduate program are made independently. For more information, contact the Law School Admissions Office at  [email protected] .

Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration

In addition to the LSAT, applicants to this dual degree program are required to take the Graduate Management Aptitude Test. Requirements are detailed at  Juris Doctor/Master of Business Administration (JD/MBA)    and in the USC Marshall School of Business section of this catalogue.

Juris Doctor/Master of Business Taxation

The Leventhal School of Accounting offers a specialized program in taxation leading to the Master in Business Taxation (MBT). Requirements are detailed at  Juris Doctor/Master of Business Taxation (JD/MBT)    and in the USC Leventhal School of Accounting section of this catalogue.

Juris Doctor/Master of Public Administration

Students are required to complete 97 units of course work. Candidates for the dual degree must fulfill the statistics requirement of the Public Administration (MPA)    degree. See the Master of Public Administration section. Requirements are detailed at  Juris Doctor/Master of Public Administration (JD/MPA)    and in the USC Price School of Public Policy section of this catalogue.

Juris Doctor/Master of Public Policy

The USC Price School of Public Policy and the USC Gould School of Law offer a dual degree that enables qualified students to earn both a Juris Doctor and a Master of Public Policy in approximately four years of study.

The dual degree allows students to acquire a blend of the analytic skills of public policy and an understanding of legal institutions and processes. This combination of knowledge is well suited for law students who want to affect the policy-making process and craft legislation to aid in achievement of public policy goals. It is equally appropriate for prospective policy analysts who are interested in law and public policy.

Dual degree students spend the first year of the program completing the required first year of law school. The remaining units of law school courses and the required 36 units of core MPP courses are taken by students in the second through fourth years.

Students are required to complete 114 units of course work, including 78 units in the USC Gould School of Law and 36 units in the USC Price School of Public Policy. The MPP program has a statistics prerequisite. See  Public Policy (MPP)   . Requirements are detailed at  Juris Doctor/Master of Public Policy (JD/MPP)    and in the USC Price School of Public Policy section.

Master of Laws in Alternative Dispute Resolution (LLM in ADR) 

The on-campus Master of Laws in Alternative Dispute Resolution (LLM in ADR) program is a master’s degree program for law graduates and attorneys interested in building strength as advocates in ADR processes or gaining skills and a prestigious credential for pursuing career opportunities as mediators or arbitrators.

Students submitting an application must have earned a basic law degree, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB), a Juris Doctor (JD) or the foreign equivalent. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website for more information.

Master of Laws in International Business and Economic Law (LLM in IBEL) 

The on-campus Master of Laws in International Business and Economic Law degree is a two- to four-semester, full-time and part-time master’s degree program for law graduates and attorneys interested in developing a global perspective and interdisciplinary skills that will enable them to understand and integrate relevant laws, policies and business best practices that shape international commerce and trade.

Master of Laws in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity (LLM in PLCB)

The on-campus Master of Laws in Privacy Law and Cybersecurity degree is a two- to four-semester, full-time and part-time master’s degree program for law graduates and attorneys who wish to develop skills that will enable them to understand and integrate relevant laws, policies and best practices that shape privacy law and cybersecurity.

Students submitting an application must have earned a basic law degree, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or the foreign equivalent. Please visit the  Gould School of Law Website  for more information.

Master of Laws (LLM) (On-campus and Online)

The on-campus Master of Laws (LLM) program is a master’s degree program for foreign graduate students trained in law. This two- to four-semester, full-time and part-time program introduces foreign lawyers to American law and the U.S. legal system and prepares them for leadership roles in the global market. Students may enroll in an optional certificate track in Alternate Dispute Resolution, Business Law, Compliance, Media and Entertainment Law, Transnational Law and Business, or Technology and Entrepreneurship Law.

The online Master of Laws (LLM) program is a master’s degree program for foreign graduate students trained in law. This program is offered on a part-time or full-time basis in a completely online modality and introduces foreign lawyers to American law and the U.S. legal system and prepares them for leadership roles in the global market. Students may enroll in an optional certificate track in Business Law, Compliance, Entertainment Law and Industry, Financial Compliance, Health Care Compliance, Human Resources Compliance, or Privacy Law and Cybersecurity.

Students submitting an application to either LLM program must have earned a basic law degree, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or the foreign equivalent. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website  for more information.

Two-Year Extended Master of Laws (LLM)

The on-campus Two-Year Extended Master of Laws (LLM) program combines a one-year certificate program with a one-year master’s degree for foreign graduate students trained in law. During the first year, students complete mandatory law and English courses to prepare them for the master’s program and further their English fluency. After successful completion of the first year, students earn a Certificate in U.S. Legal Studies   . In the second year, students matriculate into our on-campus Master of Laws program.

Students submitting an application must have earned a basic law degree, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or the foreign equivalent. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website for more information.

Master of Comparative Law (MCL) 

The on-campus Master of Comparative Law (MCL) program is a master’s degree program for foreign graduate students trained in law who have already earned an LLM degree. This two-semester, full-time program is focused on the study of comparative law.

Students submitting an application must have earned a basic law degree, a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree or the foreign equivalent and have previously earned an LLM degree. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website for more information.

Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR) 

The on-campus Master of Dispute Resolution (MDR) program is a master’s degree program for graduates from varying fields of study, who are interested in building strength as advocates in alternative dispute resolution processes.

Students submitting an application must have earned an undergraduate degree by the time they begin the MDR program. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website for more information.

Master of Studies in Law (MSL) (On-campus and Online)

The on-campus Master of Studies in Law (MSL) program is designed for new graduates as well as seasoned professionals from varying fields of studies and careers, who seek an understanding of how the U.S. legal system functions. Students may enroll in an optional certificate track in Business Law or Compliance.

The online Master of Studies in Law (MSL) is designed for new graduates as well as seasoned professionals from varying fields of studies and careers. This program is offered on a part-time or full-time basis in a completely online modality for students who seek an understanding of how the U.S. legal system functions. Students may enroll in an optional certificate track in in Business Law, Compliance, Entertainment Law and Industry, Financial Compliance, Health Care Compliance, Human Resources Compliance, or Privacy Law and Cybersecurity.

Students submitting an application must have earned an undergraduate degree by the time they begin the MSL degree. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website for more information.

A progressive degree is an option for current USC undergraduate students. For more information, please visit the Gould School of Law Website . You may also contact  USC Gould Undergraduate  for more details.)

Certificates

USC Gould offers stand-alone certificates to allow students with a bachelor’s degree to gain further knowledge of a particular area of law. 

• Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate    (On-campus)
• Business Law Certificate (Online)    
• Compliance Certificate    (Online)
• Entertainment Law and Industry Certificate    (Online)
• Financial Compliance Certificate    (Online)                
• Health Care Compliance Certificate    (Online)            
• Human Resources Law and Compliance Certificate    (Online)     
• Privacy Law and Cybersecurity Certificate    (Online)  

Registration

Registration for JD students is handled by the USC Gould School of Law Academic Services Office. First-year students will automatically be registered in their fall semester courses approximately two to three weeks prior to the beginning of the school year and for their spring semester courses during the week listed in the law school calendar for upper-division student registration. 

Registration for master’s students is handled by the Graduate and International Programs Office. Master’s students will receive registration information in July with detailed instructions on how to register for fall and spring classes. 

Grading and Attendance Policies

The grading system uses both numbers and letters in a range from 1.9 to 4.4 with letter-grade equivalents ranging from F to A+. The grade equivalents are: A+ (4.1–4.4); A (3.8–4.0); A- (3.5–3.7); B+ (3.3–3.4); B (3.0–3.2); B- (2.7–2.9); C+ (2.5–2.6); C (2.4); C- (2.1–2.3); D (2.0); and F (1.9). Students receiving a grade of 1.9 will not be given credit for the course toward graduation. A student who fails a first-year course must repeat the course, but both grades will be included in computing that student’s general average. Other courses may not be repeated except on petition to the associate dean. A student with a weighted cumulative average of less than 3.0 at the end of the year will be placed on restricted enrollment. A Juris Doctor student with a weighted cumulative average of less than 2.9 at the end of any year will not be permitted to continue. An overall grade point average of at least 2.6 is required for graduation for students who are enrolled in the LLM, LLM in ADR, MCL, MDR or MSL, Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate, Business Law Certificate (online), Compliance Certificate (online), and Entertainment Law and Industry Certificate (online) programs.

After the first year, a Juris Doctor student may take up to a total of 8 units on an elected CR/D/F basis, chosen from among courses otherwise graded in a normal manner. No more than 4 such units may be taken in a semester. Master’s students may take up to 5 units of CR/D/F grading during the length of their program. The student must elect to take a course CR/D/F during the first two weeks of the semester. Courses or seminars may, at the instructor’s option, be designated prior to registration as not available for CR/D/F grading. To earn the JD, all students (including dual degree students) must complete 37 numerically graded law units at USC beyond the first-year curriculum.

Students may also take such courses regularly offered only on a CR/D/F basis, in addition to courses taken under this rule.

Withdrawals from Courses

A student may not withdraw from a course later than two weeks after the first day of classes of any semester without permission of both the associate dean and the instructor.

Class attendance is an important part of law school education. It assists both the individual and fellow students in making the most of the educational opportunity offered. Students should, therefore, attend class regularly and participate in the discussion. Professors may require attendance and may take attendance into account in evaluating student performance.

For tuition and fee information, please visit the Gould School of Law Website .

Standard Unit Rule

The Standard Unit Rule (also called “credit hour”) is an amount of work that reasonably approximates:

(1)  not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and two hours of out-of-class student work per week for 15 weeks, or the equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time; or

(2)  at least an equivalent amount of work as required in subparagraph (1) of this definition for other academic activities as established by the institution, including simulation, field placement, clinical, co-curricular, and other academic work leading to the award of credit hours. (ABA Standard 310)

Depending on the course type, the law school awards credit for varying periods of time. In all cases, however, the course work entails no less than the minimum total amount of in-class and out-of-class time required by the ABA (per Interpretation 310-1):

50 minutes of in-class time and two 60-minute periods of out-of-class time for 15 weeks for each unit of credit (a 15-week may period may include one week for a final examination).

In exceptional cases, at the discretion of the Vice Dean for Faculty and Academic Affairs (upon the request of the faculty member), a specific course may carry 1 unit of credit greater than the time the course meets each week. Those cases are limited to courses in which the instructor certifies to the Vice Dean that the course requires substantial written work. If the written work is optional, students may enroll in these types of courses for different unit values. Students performing the written work will receive additional credit.  

Full policies and procedures for USC Gould School of Law students are published in the Student Handbook and are available on the Law Portal.

Undergraduate Courses and Programs

USC Gould School of Law, one of the nation’s elite law schools, offers undergraduate courses and programs in its curriculum, which are taught by its internationally distinguished faculty and lecturers. Our mission is to provide a broad-based academic foundation in law to undergraduate students who have an interest in law and legal-related fields. Law affects everyone in our society and students will deepen their education by exploring the role law plays in the world, its impact on society, and the way in which it intersects and impacts almost every facet of life.

USC Gould courses meet a variety of graduation requirements. Some courses satisfy USC General Education (GE) requirements, and others are either required or are electives in several USC majors and minors. For more information about the minor in Legal Studies, undergraduate course offerings, and those that satisfy USC General Education requirements, please vist the USC Gould School of Law Website  or email: [email protected]

Undergraduate Courses 

LAW 101w   ,  LAW 200w   , LAW 201   ,  LAW 202   , LAW 205    ,  LAW 210p   , LAW 220   ,  LAW 250w   , LAW 275p   ,  LAW 300   , LAW 310w    ,  LAW 320p   , LAW 402   ,  LAW 403   ,  LAW 404   , LAW 406   ,  LAW 444   , ECON 434   .

Minor in Legal Studies

The minor in Legal Studies enables students to deepen their understanding the U.S. legal system and provides them with the fundamentals of law. The minor in Legal Studies totals 22 units, consisting of 6 required units, and 16 elective units.

For more details on the minor, please visit USC Gould School of Law Website . Undergraduate students wishing to declare a minor in Legal Studies should email: [email protected]  or submit an application form .  

Undergraduate Majors, that include LAW courses:

Law, History, and Culture (BA)      

Philosophy, Politics and Law (BA)     

Public Policy (BS)     

Undergraduate Minors, that include LAW courses:

Economics Minor     

Forensics and Criminality Minor     

Justice, Voice, and Advocacy Minor      

Health Policy Minor     

Law and Public Policy Minor     

Law and Society Minor    

Psychology and Law Minor     

Resistance to Genocide Interdisciplinary Minor     

Progressive Master of Studies in Law (MSL)

USC’s Progressive Degree program enables USC undergraduate students to begin work on a USC master’s degree while completing the requirements for their USC bachelor’s degree. Students complete their undergraduate degree and MSL degree in no more than five years. 

Undergraduate students may submit an application to the Master of Studies in Law (MSL) degree program as a junior for enrollment beginning in the fall or spring. Students must have completed at least 64 total units of undergraduate course work, but may not have not exceeded 96 total units, excluding AP, IB or transfer units earned prior to graduation from high school.

Students must have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 both at the time an application is submitted and at enrollment.

Students should complete their undergraduate degree and MSL degree in a total of five years. For more information, please vist the USC Gould School of Law Website  or email: [email protected]

Accelerated BA/JD Program (3+3)

Undergraduate students at USC, who have completed their required bachelor’s major course work by the end of their junior year (or have minimal units of upper-division elective courses remaining), may apply to our accelerated JD program. Students will complete their undergraduate and law school studies in a total of six years.  

Students must have a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.80 both at the time an application is submitted and at enrollment. Under current ABA guidelines, the LSAT is not required; however, this is subject to change. The program is open to all participating majors. Please visit the Gould School of Law Website  for more information.

• •  Legal Studies Minor

Master’s Degree

• •  Alternative Dispute Resolution (LLM)
• •  Comparative Law (MCL)
• •  Dispute Resolution (MDR)
• •  International Business and Economic Law (LLM)
• •  Master of Laws (LLM)
• •  Master of Studies in Law (MSL) Program
• •  Privacy Law and Cybersecurity (LLM)

Graduate Certificate

• •  Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate
• •  Business Law Certificate (On-Campus)
• •  Business Law Certificate (Online)
• •  Certificate in U.S. Legal Studies
• •  Compliance Certificate
• •  Entertainment Law (On-Campus) Certificate
• •  Entertainment Law and Industry Certificate
• •  Financial Compliance Certificate
• •  Health Care Compliance Certificate
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For the first time ever, USC’s New Student Convocation Ceremony will be held at the historic Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. This iconic venue, steeped in history and tradition, provides a grand backdrop for welcoming our newest Trojans. Find out why the Coliseum is one of the world’s most-revered venues.

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Convocation kicks off the USC Welcome Experience, a series of events designed to welcome and integrate our newest Trojans into USC’s passionate community. Convocation marks the beginning of an unforgettable journey for our new students as they embark on their academic and personal growth at USC. Join the conversation and be part of this celebration by using the hashtag #WelcomeToUSC on social media.

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Exploring LA and USC

As someone from tranquil South Jersey, Los Angeles is a really big city. The city sprawl stretches all the way to the foothills of the mountains on the horizon. Downtown LA seems like a glass skyscraper island in a sea of concrete city blocks that stretches for miles.

The easiest thing to do is to start around the university itself. Just south of campus is Exposition Park, with the Natural History Museum, the California Science Center, and – coming soon – the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art! With such easy access, why not check out dinosaur fossils for a spell? Going just north of campus there are student residences and places to eat, notably Fig’s Corner. I’ve gone there with friends for boba, hot pot, and sushi, and many students go for Spudnuts Donuts, which is open at all hours.

With friends, it’s fun to explore the food scene all over LA. The majority of exploration that I’ve done in the city has been in the name of a good meal. Little Tokyo is a really nice spot with several restaurants to try out. The much larger Koreatown is a slew of authentic and delicious restaurants. I’m not even through my freshman year, and yet I’ve already lost count of the number of times that I’ve gone out for Korean BBQ with a group of friends. It’s amazing every time! Farther north, in Hollywood, there are plenty of places to get a fun rooftop meal. Even when I went to the downtown Music Center it was for a professional dinner! It’s not hard to find an excellent meal, and it’s a great way to get out and visit new places in the city.

That being said, my favorite place in LA… is still USC! In my experience, it’s okay to stick around campus. This university is a dense concentration of amazing people and incredible opportunities. As an out of state freshman, a significant part of my exploration is meeting people here, finding nice places on campus to study, experimenting with new clubs, and (yes, regrettably) working through hours of engineering curricular work.

Have fun exploring LA, have fun exploring USC, (stay away from UCLA,) and remember – you’ve got four years. Take it at your own pace.

About Xavier Ladik

I am studying Civil Engineering (Building Science) and I am from Moorestown, NJ. I will be graduating with the class of 2027. Of the various clubs I've joined, my Viterbi involvements are the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE). Both organizations have give me opportunities to build professional connections and visit professionals working in the field on sites throughout LA.

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New Beginnings at Carolina Law: Class of 2027 Orientation

Van Hecke-Wettach Hall buzzed with excitement on Tuesday, Aug. 13, 2024, as the Class of 2027 embarked on their legal journey at the University of North Carolina School of Law. The day began with warm greetings from Dean’s Fellows, faculty and staff, setting a tone of support that would echo throughout the day.

After a light breakfast and a tour of their new academic home, the 191 incoming students made their way to the Carolina Club. There, they were treated to a series of inspiring speeches from law school leaders and alumni, each offering a unique perspective on the path ahead.

Bianca Mack, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, orchestrated the event, warmly introducing each speaker.

Dean Martin H. Brinkley ’92 set the stage with a poignant address that resonated through the room. “Your Carolina Law degree will provide endless opportunities to make the world a much, much better place,” he said, his words carrying the weight of personal experience. Dean Brinkley encouraged students to think critically and pursue their passions, reminding them, “You’ve already made it when you were admitted to this law school.”

Joshua Jacobs 3L and Student Bar Association(SBA) president, spoke next, his enthusiasm palpable. “The leaders of SBA are responsible for advocating for student needs, building community and acting as a liaison between stakeholders within the law school,” Jacobs said, urging the new class to engage actively with the SBA throughout their law school journey.

As Jacobs painted a picture of the immediate support network available to students, the focus shifted to the enduring connections that await beyond graduation. Brian Meecham ’03, president of the Law Alumni Association, then took the podium to illuminate the path that stretches far beyond the classroom walls.

Meecham’s personal anecdotes painted a vivid picture of the Carolina Law network’s strength and longevity. He emphasized the active role alumni play in students’ education, saying, “Carolina law alums are with you throughout your law school careers. We’ll be handing out backpacks at orientation, speaking on panels, serving meals, conducting mock interviews, and judging moot courts.” He added, “We do this because we believe in this law school and the good it does.”

The day’s highlight came when Judge Richard Myers ’98, a Carolina Law alumnus and former faculty member, presided over the professional oath ceremony. Judge Myers’ journey from law student to Chief United States District Court Judge for the Eastern District of North Carolina served as a powerful example of the diverse paths available to Carolina Law graduates. His words carried the gravity of his position as he told the aspiring lawyers, “You’re going to be the most important person on earth to somebody having the worst problem in their life.”

As the event drew to a close, Senior Associate Dean Kelly Podger Smith ’02 offered final words of encouragement and practical advice. Her remarks, touching on the supportive nature of the Carolina Law community, served as a fitting bookend to a day that began with warm welcomes and ended with a sense of belonging.

With name tags distributed and a class photo taken, the Class of 2027 left the orientation with a clear sense of the journey ahead. They departed not just as individual students, but as members of a supportive, distinguished legal community, ready to face the challenges and opportunities that await them at Carolina Law.

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Don’t forget your sunglasses as you get to know USF’s St. Petersburg campus! Located in one of Florida’s most culturally rich cities, take a tour that explores the programs, places and people that call our sunny, harborside campus home. You will also get the chance to learn more about the application process during an information session with an admissions counselor.

Student-Led Campus Tours

Our student-led tours give you an up-close view of our academic programs, student organizations and waterfront recreation such as sailing and kayaking. You will hear from current students about what life is really like on our dynamic St. Petersburg campus!   Your tour includes an information session presented by an Office of Admissions professional, where you’ll get an overview of the university, admission requirements, scholarships and campus life.

Before scheduling a visit, please keep the following in mind:

• Dates: Tours are offered Monday-Friday and on select Saturdays. Tour space is limited to provide our guests with a positive experience. Please have a few dates in mind before making your reservation in case your first choice is not available. Tours are scheduled and posted periodically throughout the semester. If you do not see tours posted for the dates you are hoping to visit, please check our website weekly for updates.
• Academic calendar: To get the best feel for the St. Petersburg campus, check our academic calendar and visit when there are students on campus attending classes.
• International students: Contact [email protected]  to add a meeting with an International Admissions Advisor to your tour.
• Weather: The St. Petersburg campus is located in a subtropical climate and the tour is outdoors. Doesn’t sound so bad, right? Even though most of our days are filled with blue skies and sunshine, we ask that you please consider Florida’s heat, humidity and rain showers as a possibility. Expect a lot of walking, so please dress accordingly, wear proper shoes, and bring a water bottle.

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Stroll our beautiful St. Petersburg campus on your own schedule with our self-guided campus tour! Stops include the Nelson Poynter Memorial Library, the University Student Center, the Harborwalk and Pelican Apartments. Please RSVP below to access the Walking Campus Tour map. Print out a copy and explore campus at your own pace to get a first-hand look at the incredible places where you’ll eat, sleep, study, learn and play.

To get the best feel for USF, check out our academic calendar and visit during the academic year when students are attending class.   Please note that access to buildings is not guaranteed, and guests must print the parking permit provided when registering or pay for parking at the self-service machine in the St. Petersburg campus parking garage.

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• Prepare for the tour: This includes wearing comfortable shoes, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses and temperature-appropriate clothing. And don't forget to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated! It can get hot in St. Petersburg, especially on a walking tour of campus.
• Pay for your parking: You may park in the Fifth Avenue Parking Facility, labeled FPF on the Walking Campus Tour map. Once you arrive at the garage, purchase a timed space pass in the garage at the walk-up permit machine located on the first level by the elevators. You may also use the parking permit provided at registration.

Group Tours

Come join us for a group visit of our St. Petersburg campus! These visits are comprised of groups of 10-80 students.   During your group tour, you’ll explore our academic facilities, a residence hall, dining options, student support offices, recreation and other important campus stops. Tours include an information session where you and your group will learn about admissions requirements, financial aid, scholarships, campus life, dining and more.

Scheduling Your Tour   Due to the large volume of requests we receive for group tours, preference will be given to high school groups and organizations serving high school students. Dates and times are subject to availability.   Please follow the directions below to set up your visit:

• Submit your request at least  four weeks prior to the requested visit date.
• Please include your requested date(s) and time(s) in order of preference in the “Date Preferences” field.
• After receiving your request, a representative from our office will contact you. Submitting a request does not guarantee a scheduled visit.
• Should you wish to eat on campus with your group, we recommend our all-you-care-to-eat dining hall. For information on hours and pricing, please visit Dining Services .

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Experience the St. Petersburg campus, nestled between the stunning waterfront and lively downtown, through our 360-degree virtual tour. Discover our scenic study spots and picture yourself sitting in the sun along Bayboro Harbor – in February!

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Please contact the tour staff at  [email protected]  at least five working days in advance for mobility assistance, visual impairment assistance or American Sign Language interpreting.

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Address USF St. Petersburg Campus 140 7th Avenue South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 Campus Map From the East

• Take I-4 West to I-275 South.
• Take exit 22 onto I-175 East toward Tropicana Field.
• When the interstate ends, continue straight onto Fifth Avenue South and proceed to Second Street. The Welcome Center is located at the corner of Fifth Avenue South and Second Street.

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• Take I-75 South to I-275 South.
• Take I-75 North to I-275 North.

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Visitor parking is available in the Fifth Street Parking Facility.   Single Day Permits may be purchased in the garage at the walk-up permit machine located on the first level by the elevators. The permit machine accepts cash, Visa and Mastercard. The price of a day permit is $5 and can be used on levels 2 through 5 in the garage.   The Welcome Center is located at the corner of Fifth Avenue South and Second Street.   Note: Please arrive at least 15-30 minutes prior to your scheduled visit to ensure adequate time for parking and check-in.

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If you're visiting from out of town, there are a number of convenient hotels located near our St. Petersburg campus. This is not a comprehensive list, so visitors are encouraged to search for other hotels near the campus they are visiting.   Many of the hotels listed for each campus below offer a special USF rate. If you choose one of these hotels, state that you are visiting the University of South Florida to access the special rate. Some also offer free shuttle service to the campus.

Comfort Inn & Suites Clearwater 3910 Ulmerton Rd Clearwater, FL 33762 727-573-3334   Courtyard St. Petersburg Downtown 300 4th St North St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-450-6200 Complimentary shuttle to campus.   Hampton Inn & Suites St. Petersburg/Downtown 80 Beach Dr NE St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-892-9900   Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront 333 1st St South St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-894-5000 Located within walking distance from campus.   Holiday Inn St. Petersburg West 1200 34th St N St. Petersburg, FL 33713 727-322-0770   Ponce De Leon Hotel 95 Central Ave N St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-550-9300   St. Pete Beach Suites 6801 Sunset Way St Pete Beach, FL 33706 727-360-7233   Staybridge Suites St. Petersburg Downtown 940 5th Ave South St. Petersburg, Florida 33705 727-821-0777 Offers a complimentary shuttle to campus.   The Cordova Inn 253 2nd Ave North St. Petersburg, FL 33701 727-822-7500 About eight blocks from campus.

Explore St. Petersburg (and Beyond)

One of the best parts of attending USF's St. Petersburg campus is the location. Tucked next to scenic Bayboro Harbor, we offer the amenities and advantages of higher-priced, larger universities, plus the benefits that come with being a part of Florida’s newest Preeminent State Research University. You'll love this campus is in the heart of dynamic St. Petersburg — a vibrant and artsy Florida city where all are welcome.   Plus, St. Petersburg campus students have access to the rich professional resources afforded by our network of business connections. Our students tap into community and industry relationships for valuable internship and practicum experiences to prepare them for rewarding careers when they graduate.   If you're visiting us from out of town, make a weekend out of it! For more information on hotels, restaurants, things to do and more, check out Visit St. Pete Clearwater .   Download our Gulf Coast Visitor Guide to make the most of your trip and explore everything our Gulf Coast region has to offer, from sports to arts to nature. 

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Aidan - Navigator Captain Major: Environmental Science Class of: 2024 Hometown: Lake Worth, FL You can find me at: The Nest or the University Student Center

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US senator calls on retired F-16 pilots to come 'fight for freedom' in Ukraine after meeting with Zelenskyy

• Ukraine is finally operating F-16s, but President Zelenskyy said Kyiv lacks trained pilots.
• With this in mind, a US lawmaker is urging retired F-16 pilots from the West to go to Ukraine.
• "They will hire you here," Sen. Lindsey Graham said during a visit to Ukraine this week.

A US senator who recently visited Ukraine has issued a call for retired F-16 pilots to join Kyiv's air force, where they can fly the American-made aircraft in a "fight for freedom" against Russia.

Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal met on Monday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who told the lawmakers that he wants to establish a program to enlist retired F-16 pilots from NATO countries to help strengthen his country's air force.

"We support this effort," the senators said in a joint statement on their trip published on Monday. "Ukraine is already fielding units of freedom fighters on the ground, and this volunteer force should be replicated in the air."

After a long wait, Ukraine finally received its first F-16s a few weeks ago. Zelenskyy unveiled the fighter jets at a public event at the start of August, calling the much-celebrated arrival of the aircraft a "new phase of development" for Kyiv's air force.

But Ukraine didn't receive many F-16s in the initial delivery, and Zelenskyy has cautioned that the country lacks enough trained pilots to fly the aircraft. With this in mind, Graham, who served for years in the US Air Force, put out a call to Western pilots who have already received training on the fighter jet.

"If you're a retired F-16 pilot and you're looking to fight for freedom, they will hire you here," the South Carolina senator said at a press conference during his visit to Ukraine. "They're going to look throughout NATO nations for willing fighter pilots who retired to come help them until they can get their pilots trained."

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"We're going to get these jets in the air sooner rather than later, and we are looking for pilots who are willing fight for freedom as the Ukrainians train their own pilots," he said.

Western fighters, including veterans, have traveled to Ukraine to help support its efforts against Russia throughout the war, helping in training roles and front-line combat operations. Graham and Blumenthal are seeking to expand this aspect of the war into the skies now that Kyiv is finally operating Western aircraft.

Meanwhile, the two senators also called on the Biden administration to lift restrictions on Kyiv using US-provided weapons to strike inside Russian territory, especially long-range missiles.

Ukrainian officials have long pressed Washington to drop these restrictions, which Kyiv argues have prevented its military from effectively battling back Moscow's forces.

During his nightly address to the nation on Monday, Zelenskyy shared that he had discussed these efforts with the US senators.

"I expressed my gratitude to America for its support in our defense," Zelenskyy said of his meeting with Graham and Blumenthal. "It is crucial that both Ukrainians and Americans emerge truly victorious in this shared defense of a normal life and people's freedom."

"We discussed what is specifically needed to bring this war to a just end," he added, saying he "thoroughly explained our need for long-range capabilities."

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