October 2013

Dear Trojan Parents and Family Members,

The 2013 school year is in full swing! Students are writing papers, studying for exams and preparing presentations. There are many activities your student can enjoy as a break from their studies including film screenings and lectures, musical performances and sporting events. If you are on campus, feel free to stop by our office in Student Union Suite #200 to say “hello” or ask questions.

Here are some resources and events to enrich your student’s experience:

• If your student needs help writing papers, suggest the USC Writing Center at http://dornsife.usc.edu/videos/undergraduate/99/writing-center/.
• Suggest making an appointment at the USC Career Center to learn about available jobs, internships and resumes. Visit http://careers.usc.edu/home for more information.
• Recommend involvement in USC volunteer activities. Visit http://sait.usc.edu/volunteer/ to find out about community service and civic engagement opportunities.
• Parents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with wellness resources on campus. Student Counseling Services offers confidential programs designed to help students reach their academic, professional and personal goals. Visit http://engemannshc.usc.edu/counseling/ for more information.
• Encourage your student to attend performances by the USC Thornton School of Music（http://www.usc.edu/schools/music/）or the USC School of Dramatic Arts（http://dramaticarts.usc.edu/）.

News from the Office for Parent Programs:

Mark Your Calendar for Trojan Family Weekend -- Thursday, October 24, 2013 - Sunday, October 27, 2013
Registration is open for Trojan Family Weekend 2013! To register, visit http://sait.usc.edu/parent/tfw/. If you have questions or need further information, please call 213.740.6775 or email scparent@usc.edu.

Registration fees（prior to October 7）：Adult $75, Grandparent $50 and Child（10-17）$45; registration fees（October 7- 22）: Adult $90, Grandparent $65 and Child（10-17）$60; and on-site registration fees（if available）：Adults $110, Grandparent $80 and Child（10-17）$75.

Registration packets will be available for pick-up at the Trojan Family Weekend tent（located in Herklotz Plaza）Noon - 4pm on Thursday, October 24 and 7:30am - 4pm on Friday, October 25.

The new Trojan Family Weekend app is available for download at iTunes and Google Play. This free custom event app is a useful tool that will enhance the experience throughout Trojan Family Weekend. This app makes event navigation quick and easy, and will provide real-time event updates, news highlights and customizable schedules. The Trojan Family Weekend app was developed and sponsored by Creative Productions. Download the app from the following:

• Google Play https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.creativeproductions.uscfamilyweekend&hl=en
• iTunes：https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/usc-trojan-family-weekend/id691644400?mt=8

Hotels are filling up. Here’s a list of Los Angeles hotels（several offer USC rates）to help plan your trip：http://www.usc.edu/student-affairs/parents/images/PlacestoStayinLA.pdf.

While you are in town for Trojan Family Weekend, also consider:

• Free public tours of the historic Los Angeles Times newspaper building and printing facilities. Reservations are required and participants must be at least 14 years of age. RSVP before Friday, October 11 for Trojan Family Weekend by calling 213.237.5757. The Los Angeles Times building is at 202 West First Street in downtown Los Angeles.
• Free tours of the Los Angeles City Hall are available Monday-Friday mornings. RSVP before Friday, October 11 for Trojan Family Weekend, by calling213.978.1995. The Observation deck（on the 27th floor）also is open to the public from 9am – 5pm Monday-Friday and offers a 360 degree view of downtown attractions and skyline. The public entrance to City Hall is at 201 Main Street in Los Angeles.

Viterbi Professor to Discuss Research at Parent Speaker Series on November 19
Registration will open soon for the Office for Parent Programs Speakers Series program on Tuesday, November 19 in The Forum（Room 450）at the Tutor Campus Center. Dr. Najmedin Meshkati of the USC Viterbi School of Engineering will discuss his research in the fields of safety and risk reduction in nuclear power, aviation, petrochemical and transportation industries, among other topics, including research done with USC students. Parents also will receive university updates and have a chance to network with other parents. Visit www.usc.edu/parent for more information.

LGBT Pride Parent Circle Provides Support for Parents
The LGBT Resource Center and Office for Parent Programs announce the LGBT Pride Parent Circle, its newest parent circle, to provide a support network for LGBT students’ families and LGBT identified parents. For additional information, email uscproudparents@gmail.com, call 213.740.7619 or visit the LGBT Pride Parent Circle webpage. Click here for interest form.

Interested in Becoming a Parent Volunteer?
There are many ways for parents to become involved in the USC community. Opportunities to volunteer on campus include Trojan Family Weekend, the Speaker Series, Homecoming and other events throughout the year. Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. Sign up at https://uscstudentaffairs.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_6tXFChS0o2HvFB3.

USC Academic and Parent Events--Important Fall 2013 Dates

• Trojan Family Weekend：October 24-27
• Homecoming：November 16
• Office for Parent Programs Speaker Series：November 19
• Thanksgiving Break：November 27-30
• Classes End：December 6
• Study Days：December 7-10
• Exams：December 11-18
• Winter Recess：December 19 - January 12

Resources for Students:

On-Campus Recruiting Information Available at the Career Center
The Career Center is a place for your student to visit from day one as a Trojan. Encourage your student to visit http://careers.usc.edu/students/on-campus-recruiting for information for on-campus recruiting opportunities now through November 15. Spring 2014 on-campus recruiting will run January 15 – April, 18, 2014.

For questions, contact 213.740.9111 or careers@usc.edu. The Career Center is open from 8:30am - 5pm Monday-Friday and is located in the Student Union Suite #110. For a calendar of events and online resources, visit http://careers.usc.edu.

Center for Women and Men Observes Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October
The USC Center for Women and Men（CWM）will observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month with a series of events October 14-18, 2013 including outreach and education programs, a film screening and panel discussion in conjunction with the Asian Pacific American Student Services（APASS）, a “Hands Are Not for Hurting” ally event and programs with other campus-based cultural centers. In addition, the Men CARE program is currently recruiting new members and the CWM is launching a new leadership program aimed at preventing gender-based harm. For more information, visit http://www.usc.edu/student-affairs/cwm/.

Registration Open for USC Volunteer Center 2013-14 Alternative Breaks
The USC Volunteer Center offers students alternative break trips to various international and domestic locations. These trips create a unique learning environment by taking USC students, staff and faculty and immersing them in a culture or community. Students are required to attend all pre-trip orientation meetings, fundraising and meet other requirements. Visit
http://sait.usc.edu/volunteer/Upload/AB%20Application%20all%20trips%202013-2014.pdf for more information.

Event Calendar:

October 2013

10/3/2013：Ally Discussion：Media Representation of LGBT Athletes www.tinyurl.com/AllyFall2013
10/4/2013：10th Annual USC Asian Pacific Alumni Association（APAA）Golf Classic（Fullerton, Calif.）
https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=158146

10/6/2013 An Afternoon with Tony Kushner - A Visions and Voices Signature Event http://web-app.usc.edu/ws/eo2/calendar/113/event/903756
10/7/2013：USC Caruso Catholic Center Distinguished Speakers Series featuring Dr. Denis Mukwege, a Nobel Peace Prize nominee. Email info@catholictrojan.org to RSVP or more information.

10/13/2013：Marshall Partners Taste of South Bay/Long Beach. Contact Erika Jordan at partners@marshall.usc.edu for reservations or more information.

10/14/2013：USC Caruso Catholic Center Distinguished Speaker Series featuring Fr. Greg Boyle, founder of Homeboy Industries. Email info@catholictrojan.org to RSVP or more information.

10/15/2013：Wonderland Everywhere, Everywhere Wonderland（San Francisco）
https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=158354

10/16/2013：USC Price Conversations in Washington, D.C.
https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=158905

10/17/2013：USC Alumni Association’s President’s Reception（Chicago）http://alumni.usc.edu/meetnikias/

10/18/2013-10/19/2013：USC vs. Notre Dame Weekender activities（Chicago）
http://alumnigroups.usc.edu/weekenders/

10/21/2013：Swing for Healthy Aging- Rod Dedeaux Memorial Golf Classic http://gero.usc.edu/

10/22/2013：The USC Center for Japanese Religions and Culture’s screening of "A Divided Community：3 Personal Stories of Resistance" http://dornsife.usc.edu/events/site/192/903894/

10/23/2013：A Reception with USC Dornsife Dean Steve Kay（Hong Kong）www.usc.edu/esvp（ESVP Code：HKRSVP）

10/24/2013-10/27/2013：Trojan Family Weekend http://sait.usc.edu/parent/tfw/

10/29/2013：Joint Educational Project（JEP）40th Anniversary Gala http://alumni.usc.edu/jepgala13

November 2013

11/07/2013：USC Alumni Association’s President’s Reception（San Francisco）http://alumni.usc.edu/meetnikias/

11/12/2013 The Provost’s Writers Series- an Evening with Percival Everett http://www.usc.edu/dept/pubrel/visionsandvoices/

11/14/2013：Interfraternity and Intersorority Parent Council meeting featuring guest speaker USC President C. L. Max Nikias. For more information, contact ISPC Presidents, Janet Fell（janetmjf@gmail.com）and Nancy Silver（nancyrsilver@gmail.com）or IFPC President, Jill Behrle（jillbehrle@yahoo.com）.

11/15/2013 – 11/16/2013：Reunion Weekend http://alumnigroups.usc.edu/reunions/

11/16/2013：USC Alumni Association Homecoming Tailgate https://secure.www.alumniconnections.com/olc/pub/SCA/event/showEventForm.jsp?form_id=155328
11/19/2013：USC Office for Parent Programs Speaker Series www.usc.edu/parent

Cheer Trojans to Victory at Home Games, Weekenders and Game Watches
Contact the USC Ticket Office for game information at 213.740.GOSC or visit http://www.usctrojans.com/tickets/usc-tickets.html for ticket information on all USC sports.

USC Transportation, in partnership with Click & Park, offers an opportunity for football game attendees to reserve a parking space in PS1（at corner of Flower and Exposition）on game day. This offer is limited to the Utah, Stanford and UCLA games only. Reserve a space online（available to the first pre-paid 500 registrants）and arrive up to one hour before game time with a guaranteed spot. For full details, or to reserve your space today, please visit the home page for Click & Park or www.usc.edu/parking.

Join the USC Alumni Association at the remaining 2013 Weekenders at Notre Dame（October 19）, Cal（November 9）and Colorado（November 23）. For more information, access http://alumnigroups.usc.edu/weekenders/. Also, for local game watching opportunities, visit http://alumni.usc.edu/scgamewatch.

*Conference Event
** Please note, this is a Thursday night game at the Los Angeles Coliseum. Due to regular academic activities, tailgating and parking on campus will not be permitted. For more information and alternative parking and tailgating locations visit http://www.weplayfor2013.com/thursday.

Creative Productions -- a Trojan Family Weekend Sponsor
Creative Productions, an integrated marketing agency, is pleased to announce the launch of the Super FAM FAN Sweepstakes, celebrating Trojan Family Weekend. Trojan families are encouraged to upload a funny or heartwarming "super fan" photo and brief story that captures a group, team, or family with Trojan Spirit. The winning family will be guests on the field for the Utah vs. USC coin toss on Saturday, October 26. The family also will be treated to four VIP tickets to the game and an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the John McKay Center. Photos and stories will be featured on a Super Fan Gallery online—many of the photos will appear on the big screen during the game! Enter October 1 - 16 at www.USCSuperFans.com. A winner will be selected on October 17. Upload your photo and brief super fan story today at www.USCSuperFans.com. Creative Productions, Proud Spirit of Troy Sponsor Level for your Trojan Family Weekend App. Fight On!

Visit USC Parent Website, Facebook page and Twitter for Event Information
All of USC’s upcoming parent event information（both on and off campus）can be found on www.usc.edu/parent. Check this website often for new and up-to-date information. Also, “like” the “USC Office for Parent Programs” Facebook page（https://www.facebook.com/USCOfficeforParentPrograms）or follow us on Twitter（@TrojanFamilyUSC）for information, pictures, campus events and more.

Feel free to contact our office if you need assistance or have any questions. Our phone number is 213.740.2080 or email us at scparent@usc.edu.

Finally, as a reminder, if you change your personal information such as your mailing address, email and/or phone numbers, please make sure your student updates your information through OASIS. For more information, access http://fbs.usc.edu/depts/sfs/faq.aspx?faq_id=229.

FIGHT ON!!

Beth Saul, Tina Orkin, Maria Riley and Lily Ball
Office for Parent Programs