Year: 2024

OIS will close for winter recess at 4:30 PM on Monday, December 23, 2024, and reopen at 8:30 AM on Monday, January 6, 2025. Requests submitted during the closure will be processed starting Monday, January 6, 2025. The OIS email account will be checked periodically during winter recess. Only urgent emails will receive a response; all…Continue Reading OIS Will be Closed for Winter Recess – December 24, 2024 to January 5, 2025

Meet Tommy: Your Virtual Assistant Tommy is a virtual chatbot available 24/7 to assist you with your F-1 and J-1 immigration-related questions. Tips for Asking Questions Be Clear and Concise: Formulate your questions clearly and keep them straightforward. One Question at a Time: Limit your inquiries to one question per submission for the best response….Continue Reading Meet Tommy: Your Virtual Assistant

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) has received several reports of home burglaries where thieves have been able to enter students’ homes through unlocked doors. Some of these burglaries have happened while students were at home.  Please help DPS protect you and prevent burglaries by following the crime prevention tips below: Protect your home, apartment,…Continue Reading Community Safety Advisory: Burglary Prevention

Students across the country are being targeted by phone scams. Callers spoof their phone numbers and identify themselves as officers from local and/or foreign police departments, FBI, Homeland Security, IRS, and even students who claim to being looking for roommates. They have aggressive phone tactics where they make-up fake scenarios and threaten to arrest and…Continue Reading Beware of Scams!

The University will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on November 28-29, 2024….Continue Reading The University will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on November 28-29, 2024

Explore the World at USC: International Education Week Opening Ceremony! Monday, November 18, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM, McCarthy Quad Embark on a global journey on campus as we kick off International Education Week with an unforgettable Opening Ceremony! Join us for vibrant cultural performances, international food, activities, and the chance to win fun prizes. All food and…Continue Reading Opening Ceremony – International Education Week – November 18

All students are invited to attend events and programs around campus that celebrate global cultures and traditions through the arts and academics, join informational sessions on studying abroad, and engage with scholars discussing relevant international topics. Events are listed below and registration is recommended through the USC events calendar. The full IEW Schedule of Events is…Continue Reading International Education Week Nov 18-22

International students should consider joining clubs and student organizations at USC for several important reasons: Joining clubs and student organizations can significantly enrich the USC experience and contribute to a student’s personal and professional development. It’s an opportunity to make the most of one’s time at USC. Fight On!…Continue Reading Why Should I Join a USC Student Club or Organization?