Signature Events
As part of Academic Programs, Academic Honors and Fellowships educates the USC community about university awards and external fellowships, and mentors motivated students and recent alumni in their pursuit of these opportunities. The Signature Academic Events allow undergraduate students to:
- Explore diverse academic disciplines that contribute to their breadth and depth of knowledge;
- Showcase research, scholarly, and creative endeavors with the university community;
- Connect academic and professional goals to national, international, and post-graduate educational opportunities.
Micro-Seminars
As part of USC Welcome Week, Micro-Seminars offer incoming first-year students an opportunity to immerse themselves in a college-level discussion-based workshop on a specialized topic. The seminars are designed to introduce students to a USC professor and become familiar with the academic environment before classes begin. Learn More
Research and Fellowships Week
An annual event co-sponsored by Academic Honors and Fellowships, the USC Graduate School and the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs. The goal of the week is to discuss opportunities that support research, graduate study, language learning, teaching and internships within the U.S. and abroad. Learn More
Undergraduate Writers’ Conference
The Undergraduate Writers’ Conference provides undergraduate students a forum to share and discuss their writing with peers. Students have the opportunity to submit original work, compete for prizes in one of four writing categories, engage in small group discussions, and enjoy an awards ceremony banquet with fellow undergraduate writers and USC faculty. Learn More
Undergraduate Symposium for Scholarly and Creative Work
The Symposium provides students with the unique opportunity to exhibit and share examples of their significant research and creativity work with the university community. Students present works through poster sessions, art exhibits, and electronic media. All undergraduates are encouraged to participate. Learn More
