Trojan Family Weekend at the USC Libraries

WHAT IS TROJAN FAMILY WEEKEND?

This annual celebration is an opportunity for families to visit their students and get an up-close look at how the campus community achieves excellence in teaching, research, and public service.

The Trojan Family Weekend event experience presents an invaluable opportunity to form lifelong memories with your student and the Trojan Family.

USC Libraries programs, tours, and events run throughout the day Thursday, October 5 and Friday, October 6. Please see the schedule below.

 

Thursday, October 5, 2023

Inside Leavey Library (LVL) Self-Guided Tour 

Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Library (LVL), Lobby - All Day 

Experience the Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Library, the go-to destination for undergraduates. Step into a bustling hub of innovation and cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future.

Explore the state-of-the-art basement learning environment, offering everything from laptops to DSLR cameras and digital audio recorders. Unleash your creativity on the third floor at the USC Sidney Harman Academy for Polymathic Study's Ahmanson Lab, where workshops on design and digital authoring await.

And on the top floor, immerse yourself in groundbreaking AI technology at the Shoah foundation, engaging in heartfelt "conversations" with Holocaust survivors. Join us on a self-guided tour of the Leavey Library and discover a world of possibilities. Click here to start your journey. 

 

Doheny Memorial Library (DML) Guided Tour

Doheny Memorial Library (DML), Front Steps 3:30–4:20 p.m.

Uncover the splendor of the Edward L. Jr. Memorial Library, a true symbol of intellectual enrichment and artistic magnificence. An iconic Los Angeles landmark since 1932, this captivating destination offers a mesmerizing experience. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of its stained-glass windows, indulge in the inspiration of its reading rooms, navigate through its enchanting stacks, and marvel at the former card catalog room and curated exhibition spaces. Witness the architectural masterpiece that is this brick-and-limestone edifice, crafted by the brilliant minds of Ralph Adams Cram and Samuel Lunden. Prepare for a journey that will leave you in awe. For a self-guided tour of Doheny Memorial Library, click here.

 

USC Sidney Harman Academy for Polymathic Study: Polymathic Pizza

Doheny Memorial Library (DML), Room 241 5:00–6:30 p.m.

Discover the USC Sidney Harman Academy's exciting undergraduate conversational series exploring the concept of living a "polymathic" life. Come hear more about how we support students in interdisciplinary problem-solving through various programming, workshops, and research opportunities.

This event is an opportunity for families to get a glimpse into the Harman Academy's aims by attending one of our ongoing events. The evening will feature award-winning game designer and Professor Richard Lemarchand in dialogue with Professor Neda Maghsoodi, the Gabilan Assistant Professor of Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering. They will reflect on the role of wonder in their careers, offering students insight into how curiosity drives their creative and scholarly endeavors.

Join us and learn more about all that the Harman Academy and Ahmanson Lab can offer USC students.

 

Friday, October 6, 2023

Inside Leavey Library (LVL) Self-Guided Tour

Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Library (LVL), Lobby - All Day 

Experience the Thomas and Dorothy Leavey Library, the go-to destination for undergraduates. Step into a bustling hub of innovation and cutting-edge technology that is shaping the future.

Explore the state-of-the-art basement learning environment, offering everything from laptops to DSLR cameras and digital audio recorders. Unleash your creativity on the third floor at the USC Sidney Harman Academy for Polymathic Study's Ahmanson Lab, where workshops on design and digital authoring await.

And on the top floor, immerse yourself in groundbreaking AI technology at the Shoah foundation, engaging in heartfelt "conversations" with Holocaust survivors. Join us on a self-guided tour of the Leavey Library and discover a world of possibilities. Click here to start your journey. 

 

USC Libraries Open House

Doheny Memorial Library (DML), Front Landing 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Experience the USC Libraries, home to over 6 million volumes and 23 branches, including the stunning Edward L. Doheny, Jr., Memorial Library, a true gem.

Our knowledgeable librarians are here to assist you and answer any questions you may have about our resources and services. Explore the diverse USC Libraries and see how each specialized library supports scholarship and the pursuit of knowledge.

Don't miss the chance to take a self-guided tour of Doheny's beautiful Romanesque architecture and view the captivating exhibitions on the first and ground floors. And while you're here, make sure to visit LiteraTea and immerse yourself in the charm of the Nazarian Pavilion courtyard.

 

Phi Kappa Phi Fall Recognition Ceremony (by invitation only)

Doheny Memorial Library (DML), Room 240 1:30–2:20 p.m.

Established in 1924, the USC chapter of Phi Kappa Phi is the university's oldest all-discipline honor society. Membership is by invitation only. Part of the USC Libraries, the USC chapter of PKP provides opportunities for undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty members to be recognized for their accomplishments by a supportive and engaged academic community. The ceremony in the fall honors juniors who have maintained a high academic standing by inducting them as full members into PKP. Sophomores who excelled academically during their freshman year are also recognized by the USC chapter during the ceremony as an encouragement to continue and eventually become full members of PKP.

 

Doheny Memorial Library (DML) Guided Tour

Doheny Memorial Library (DML), Front Steps 3:30–4:20 p.m.

Uncover the splendor of the Edward L. Jr. Memorial Library, a true symbol of intellectual enrichment and artistic magnificence. An iconic Los Angeles landmark since 1932, this captivating destination offers a mesmerizing experience. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of its stained-glass windows, indulge in the inspiration of its reading rooms, navigate through its enchanting stacks, and marvel at the former card catalog room and curated exhibition spaces. Witness the architectural masterpiece that is this brick-and-limestone edifice, crafted by the brilliant minds of Ralph Adams Cram and Samuel Lunden. Prepare for a journey that will leave you in awe. For a self-guided tour of Doheny Memorial Library, click here.

 

Click here for the full schedule of events.