The Office of Student Accessibility Services (OSAS) is proud to share information about the following organizations, which are specifically focused on serving students with disabilities.
Whether you’re a student with a disability seeking community and support or someone looking to make a tangible difference in the lives of disabled students at USC, these organizations and committees offer unique ways to get involved. From advocacy and policy work to friendship-building and cultural education, each provides opportunities to connect, learn, and contribute to a more accessible campus. Joining any of these groups means becoming part of a network dedicated to fostering genuine connections that enrich our entire university community.
SAA (Student Assembly for Accessibility)
The Student Assembly for Accessibility is an assembly within USC’s Undergraduate Student Government dedicated to supporting accessibility and disability advocacy on campus. Whether you’re a student with a disability seeking connection and support or someone passionate about improving university accessibility, SAA welcomes you. By joining, you’ll help make USC more accessible to everyone while participating in weekly meetings on disability. Learn more and discover their upcoming events by visiting the Student Assembly for Accessibility Instagram.
Best Buddies
Best Buddies creates life-changing one-to-one friendships between USC students and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) through a partnership with the Southern California Los Angeles Regional Center. As part of an international organization promoting friendship and connection, this chapter offers you the chance to form genuine, meaningful relationships that break down social barriers—no prior experience necessary—just an open heart and willingness to connect. Learn more and discover their upcoming events on the USC Best Buddies’ Instagram.. Visit the Best Buddies International for more information.
ASL (American Sign Language) Club
ASL Club opens the door to American Sign Language and Deaf culture, offering interactive lessons that go beyond vocabulary to immerse you in a community that exists all around us. Whether you’re an ASL using student or simply curious about Deaf culture, you’ll learn practical ASL skills while gaining a deeper understanding of the experiences, perspectives, and traditions of the Deaf community. Learn more and discover their upcoming events by visiting the USC ASL Club Instagram.
Undergraduate Student Government Accessibility Committee
The Accessibility Committee of the USC Undergraduate Student Government takes action on policies and programs that shape accessibility at USC, working to ensure the university’s compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and to address the needs of students with disabilities. Members directly influence institutional change. Joining means you’ll contribute to tangible solutions that remove barriers, advocate for the rights of disabled students, and help create a truly accessible USC for Trojans. Learn more about the role of the USG Accessibility Committee.