Calendar of Events

About Our Events

Members of the USC Associates are invited to a variety of exclusive on-campus and regional events, including lectures, receptions, concerts, exhibits and the ever-popular football picnics held before all home football games. For sponsorship opportunities, please contact uscassociates@usc.edu.

Campus Access

To expedite your entry onto the University Park Campus, be sure to have your USC Associates campus card and your government-issued photo ID.

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Luncheon Honoring Junior, Provost & Presidential Members

Featuring Provost Andrew T. Guzman

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Women’s Basketball Tailgate – USC vs UCLA

Show your Trojan Spirit at our signature pregame dinner in the Galen Center Founders Room, where you’ll meet one the coaches. Then, head to the game to cheer the Women of Troy to victory over the Bruins!

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

Chair Dinner

Dinner honoring USC Chair-Level Associates

Thursday, April 9, 2026

Spring Musical Reception

Join the Associates for a cocktail reception before a performance of Legally Blonde. Sip, mingle and enjoy an evening of refreshments and conversation ahead of this vibrant, comedic musical!

June 2026

Summer Social

Join us for an evening of sun, sand and refreshments while enjoying the company of fellow USC Associates members!

Saturday, September 5, 2026

Fall Football Picnic – USC vs Fresno State

Kick off football season in Founders Park with fellow Associates as we start another exciting season of Trojan game picnics. Enjoy a catered buffet, spirited conversation and first game energy setting the tone for the season ahead.

Saturday, September 12, 2026

Fall Football Picnic – USC vs Louisiana

Gather in Founders Park for a pregame picnic rooted in Trojan tradition, featuring a catered buffet and camaraderie that makes game day at USC unforgettable.

Saturday, September 26, 2026

Fall Football Picnic – USC vs Oregon

Experience the tradition of Trojan game days with USC Associates’ Football Picnics. Gather in Founders Park with fellow Associates, friends and family before the USC vs. Oregon home game for great conversation, a catered buffet and Trojan spirit as we celebrate the excitement of USC football.

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Fall Football Picnic – USC vs Washington

Join USC Associates in Founders Park for a Trojan game-day tradition. Before the USC vs. Washington home game, rally with fellow Associates, friends and family to enjoy at catered buffet, connection and the spirited atmosphere of a pregame picnic.

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Fall Football Picnic – USC vs Ohio State

Share the time-honored Trojan tradition of a pregame picnic in Founders Park before the USC vs. Ohio home game, featuring a catered buffet, camaraderie and game day spirit.

Sponsored by Cathi and John Bendheim

Saturday, November 21, 2026

Fall Football Picnic – USC vs Maryland

Start game day with family and friends in Founders Park ahead of the USC vs. Maryland home game, and enjoy a cherished Trojan tradition alongside fellow Associates, complete with a catered buffet.

December 2026

Winter Social

Join us for an evening of festive cheer, seasonal refreshments and the opportunity to gather with fellow Associates as we celebrate the holiday season!

Interested in joining the USC Associates or upgrading your membership? Contact our team for details.