This page highlights recent announcements and news of faculty and student achievements.
- Appointment of New University and Distinguished Professors
It is my pleasure to announce that this year we have appointed Thomas Buchanan, Akira Mizuta Lippit, and Mark E. Thompson as University Professors, and Lourdes Baezconde-Garbanati, Pinchas Cohen, Genevieve Giuliano, Peter C. Mancall, and Jong-Shi Pang as Distinguished Professors. - Announcing Jason King as Dean of USC ThorntonInterim Provost Graddy announces that Dr. Jason King will serve as the next Dean of the USC Thornton School of Music.
- Mindful USC Spring SessionsInterim Provost Graddy shares that registration is open for Mindful USC classes.
- Kelvin J. A. Davies is Interim Vice Provost for Academic and Faculty AffairsDr. Davies has oversight of all academic and faculty affairs for the university, including promotion and tenure processes.
- A Message from Interim Provost Elizabeth GraddyInterim Provost Elizabeth Graddy welcomes faculty colleagues to the Spring 2023 semester and shares her goals.
- Holiday Greetings from Provost Zukoski
Provost Zukoski wishes faculty a joyous and restorative holiday season. - Protecting Minors Policy UpdateFelicia A. Washington, Senior Vice President for HR, Equity, and Compliance, and Provost Zukoski provide updates on policies and protocols for activities involving minors.
- 2022 Faculty HandbookPresident Folt, Provost Zukoski, and the leadership of the Academic Senate announce the 2022 edition of the Faculty Handbook.
- UCAPT ManualProvost Zukoski writes to USC faculty with an update on the manual published by the University Committee on Appointments, Promotion and Tenure.
- Caldwell Scholars: Exceptional Students Supported by Retired Faculty
A special group of intergenerational Trojans gathered at a luncheon in September, where retired faculty who continue to serve USC students came together with current undergraduates to continue a unique tradition of support. - Reminder: Fall Recess – October 13-14Provost Zukoski shares a reminder with faculty about USC’s upcoming Fall Recess.
- Message to the USC CommunityProvost Zukoski and Interim Vice President for Student Affairs Monique Sosa Allard provide an update on disaffiliated fraternities.
- Mindful USC – Classes Start This WeekProvost Zukoski and the co-directors of Mindful USC announce another semester of free mindfulness-related classes, practice groups, and retreats.
- Call for Nominations: University and Distinguished ProfessorsProvost Zukoski invites faculty to nominate colleagues for consideration to be named University and Distinguished Professors.
- New Student Handbook and Accountability ProcessProvost Zukoski shares updates on a reimagined model for student conduct.