News & Announcements

Thursday, May 16, 2024, is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). GAAD aims to get everyone talking, thinking, and learning about digital access/inclusion and people with different disabilities. Our partners at the Office of Institutional Accessibility (OIA) and ADA Compliance office have shared some tips to ensure your digital products and services can be used by…News…

Loving Accessibility A conversation on accommodations and accessibility at USC. All students are invited to join representatives from the Office of Student Accessibility Services, the Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity, and Your Undergraduate Student Government for a discussion on accommodations at USC. All Students are welcome! Space is limited and lunch is provided please…News…

About the Workforce Recruitment Program The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP), coordinated by the U.S. Department of Labor and the U.S. Department of Defense, is a recruitment and referral program that connects federal and select private-sector employers with highly motivated college students, graduate students and recent graduates with disabilities who are eager to demonstrate their abilities…News…

Are you a graduate student with a disability and/or chronic illness? Spoon theory is a metaphor that is used to describe the amount of mental or physical energy a person has available for daily activities and tasks. Grad school is difficult on its own, and having a disability or chronic illness on top of that…News…

This event is organized by the Disability:IN Inclusion Works Program. This virtual career fair is for Experienced Talent with Disabilities in STEM, Business, Customer Service, Finance and Sales. Register to meet with 30 participating companies for informational interviews and learn about the companies and their opportunities for employment. Companies such as Amazon, CVS Health, Google,…News…

In honor of neurodiversity month, the ASD committee is partnering with Late Night ‘SC to host a movie screening along with sensory based crafts and snacks! When: Thursday, April 14, 8pm PST Location: TCC 227 Additional Info: Doors open at 7pm Click here for the Autism Committee’s Movie Night Flyer Please RSVP with this link…News…

The UCB Family Epilepsy Scholarship Foundation has opened their 2022 application.  The program offers educational scholarships to people living with epilepsy, family members, and caregivers to help them fulfill their dreams. In 2022, UCB will award 30 scholarships of up to $5,000 and three scholarships of up to $10,000 to people living with epilepsy, their family…News…

The lovely staff members at the SBN office is hosting a food drive. They are collecting food at the FG+SC  Center (TCC 225) from November 1st to November 12th. Donation Examples: Canned Goods, Peanut Butter, Lentils, Fruit (Dried/Canned), Granola Bars, Mashed Potatoes, Mac & Cheese, Pasta/Pasta Sauce, Rice They cannot accept perishable or refrigerated food.…News…

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and USC Student Health’s Relationship Violence Prevention and Services (RSVP) is planning several events for the month of October to raise awareness on domestic violence and intimate partner violence. There are upcoming events are: Compassionate Care for Survivors of Domestic Violence Tuesday, October 19th, 12-1pm Register Here: https://bit.ly/dvamhealthcare Join RSVP’s…News…

USC Vision and Voices Program presents: Theresa’s Hak Kyung Cha’s Dictee. USC Vision and Voices Program is a university-wide arts and huminites imitative that provides a transformative and provocative experience for all USC students, regardless of their major or year in school, and challenges them to expand their perspectives and become engaged citizens. Dictee is the…News…

The Engelstad Foundation Scholarship for Veterans was established in 2020 at USC from a generous gift from the Engelstad Family Foundation. This gives scholarships to student veterans (at the Bachelor and Master levels) from all schools within the University. Eligibility: Undergraduate and graduate student veterans are both eligible. At this time, students pursuing degrees above…News…

The SASS is a self-assessment, developed by occupational therapists, that aims to measure strengths and challenges impacting areas of student success in college students ages 18 and older. The tool measures domains such as resilience, stress management, social supports, quality of life, and study skills. The SASS aims to help students identify individual areas of need…News…

Shine a light on digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities.  May 20 is Global Accessibility Awareness Day . Digital accessibility means that people with disabilities are empowered, can be independent, and will not be frustrated by something that is poorly designed or implemented. Take one or all of these simple steps to create more accessible…News…

Trojans for Neurodiversity Club What is Neurodiversity? Neurodiversity is the concept that humans don’t come in a one-size-fit-all neurologically “normal” package. The diversity of human neurocognition is on a spectrum that should be celebrated and supported. What we do? Our purpose to provide support and a safe space for neurodiverse students, such as those on…News…

Virtual Federal Career and Hiring Fair The San Francisco Federal Executive Board is hosting a Multi-Federal Government Agency Virtual Federal Career and Hiring Fair on Thursday, March 18 from 9am-2pm PST with additional presentations for interested applicants on March 16 and 17. Meet representatives, talk to employees, and explore a career in the federal government…News…

As a current student registered with the Disability Services and Programs (DSP) office at USC, you have been selected to participate in an 8-minute survey to help inform the development of a peer mentorship program called Balancing LIFE.  Balancing LIFE is a mentorship initiative aimed at enhancing the academic, professional, and personal success for students registered with…News…

Join us for a conversation on navigating online dating, sustaining healthy relationships, and sexual health awareness with industry professionals and students! When: Wednesday, Feb 24th 4:00pm PST RSVP: bit.ly/RSVPLGBTQNews & Announcements

Hello! We hope you all had a safe and healthy beginning to your semester! We wanted to reach out to inform you about Trojans for Neurodiversity. We are a club at USC aimed at creating a more inclusive environment for neurodiverse students and their allies. Although this semester is online, we will be working to…News…

Connect with your fellowTrojans through our Virtual Study Sessions When: 8-11pm PST Mon-Thurs; 1/19 – 5/12 (except on holidays) Additional Details: Pomodoro Handout Register: libguides.usc.edu/uscstudycafeNews & Announcements

Hello Trojan family, Black History Month is upon us! We are excited to celebrate Black History Month 2021 with the entire Trojan community beginning this Monday, February 1st, 2021. The theme for this year is, “Black History in the Making!” which highlights how are African/Black students, staff, faculty, alumni and community partners are contributing to enrich…News…

When: Thursday, February 25, 2021, 4:30 PM What does it mean to be accessible? Who are museums/exhibitions/programs currently designed for? How do we reach a full spectrum of community members with the resources we have? What opportunities are we missing by generalizing our efforts? How might a focus on diversity open doors to transformative experiences…News…

In honor of Career Fest 2021, USC Disability Services and Programs asks for you join a conversation with Trojan Alumni with disabilities. We encourage the attendance of students of all backgrounds and abilities. In collaboration with the USC Career Center, DSP Career Panel: A Dialogue with USC Alum with Disabilities will take place onThursday, February 4th from 11:00am-12:00pm PST…News…

Eye to Eye’s Annual Young Leaders Organizing Institute Sunday, January 17th to Monday, January 18th, 2021 Building a movement of leaders who think differently: Navigating LD Today & Reimagining LD Tomorrow The world’s largest gathering of young people who learn differently returns this January for our first-ever virtual event! Join us for a special weekend…News…

What we can help you with: Improving time management Modifying the home environment to support focus and ergonomics Improving sleep Incorporating physical activity Connecting with others remotely Engaging in meaningful activities Managing chronic pain, migraine, or headache symptoms Managing stress and anxiety Establishing new, healthy routines Schedule a free 15 minute consult by calling our…News…

The purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of the relationship between perceived injustice and self-concept following Traumatic Brain Injury. We hope to learn the extent to which fault attribution at the injury event can predict self-concept following the injury. You are invited as a possible participant because you fit the desired…News…

On behalf of the First Generation Plus Success Center, Happy First Generation Student Week! We are celebrating USC students this week who will be first in their families to attend and receive a bachelor’s degree from a four year institution. We have a number of ways for you to show your support. Events this week:…News…

USC ASD Committee presents: Supporting Students on The Autism Spectrum Wednesday, December 9th at 11am-12pm Zoom link: https://usc-hipaa.zoom.us/j/92018423545 Come learn best practices for working with our students on the Autism spectrum. Topics Covered: – What is ASD? – Common myths – Strengths of Students with Autism – Disclosure – Practical Strategies – Resources to Learn…News…

Dear Students, We hope you are having a great semester given the non-typical circumstances of learning remotely. As the Fall 2020 semester is coming to a close, we are writing to provide some friendly reminders. Please make note of the following: The last day to submit a request for additional accommodations for this semester is…News…

The election is here and DSP would like to highlight the following university resources during this time: USC Counseling and Mental Health workshops – will be occurring the week of Nov. 2 and Nov. 9 Election Resources from Provost Zukoski and Vice President Crisp – Post-election events happening across campusNews & Announcements

Happy Tuesday, everyone! It’s the last week of #DisabilityAwarenessMonth. With midterms around the corner and final papers due, we would like to offer some resources to help you build reading and test taking strategies. USC KCLC will be offering a workshop every day this week from 10:00am-11:00am PST, where they will discuss how to prepare…News…

Happy Week 3 of Disability Awareness Month! Did you know that USC offers a variety of counseling and mental health services? The USC Student Health Center has a “Let’s Talk” Drop-In schedule, which is an opportunity to talk one-on-one with a counselor. Besides just individual conversations, USC also offers group counseling via TeleHealth and single-session…News…

Thinking about graduate school or PhD program? Explore all of your options on Thursday, October 22 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm PT. Meet representatives from 175 schools and programs, including Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Harvard, Stanford, UCLA, and USC. Register on our virtual event platform with your @usc.edu email address, and view the complete list of participating schools and programs.…News…

Did you know that there are many employment opportunities for people with disabilities, both within and outside of USC? In partnership with the Career Center, DSP has created a guide to answer some of the basic questions on rights and responsibilities for those with a disability who are seeking to begin or advance their careers.…News…

World Mental Health Day is observed on the 10th of October every year, with the overall objective of raising awareness of mental health issues around the world and mobilizing efforts in support of mental health. Today, like every other day, we want to show our active support and appreciation to our ever growing communities with…News…

16To kick off #DisabilityAwarenessMonth, DSP would like to share some helpful time and stress management tips! Having trouble with your scheduling, prioritization, and general productivity? KCLC is offering time management workshops during this entire week! There will also be stress management tips the week of October 20th, where academic coaches will share helpful ways to…News…

To our students, staff, and faculty: Happy Disability Awareness Month! During the month of October, people all over the world come together to embrace history and celebrate individuals with disabilities. During this month, USC Disability Services and Programs will be promoting disability-themed content, including Tip Tuesdays, Throwback Thursdays, and Fun Fact Fridays! Please be sure…News…

USC Price Student DEI Coalition is happy to present the first panel of our DEI in Practice Panel Series: Food Security. The mission of this panel series is to listen to diverse community development practitioners speak on their experiences in their fields, and learn how we can take action in building equitable communities. Link to register:…News…

NextGen Leaders are college students and recent graduates with disabilities who have demonstrated talent and leadership in the STEM, finance and business fields. NextGen Leaders collaborate with Corporate Partners to prepare for employment through mentorship, networking and recruiting opportunities. Disability:IN Corporate Partners have the opportunity to: Establish inclusive employer brands by participating in the NextGen…News…

Fall 2020 Group Therapy and Workshops | Updated 8.25.20 All Fall 2020 Groups and Workshops will be conducted via Zoom. Group Therapy What is it? Therapy Groups are a clinical service and treatment facilitated by a licensed therapist, and they provide a safe place to process challenges, learn skills, and build a community. Students typically…News…

Are you interested in working in the government for the summer or after you graduate? If so, the USC Career Center would like to tell you about a great opportunity for USC students! Workforce Recruitment Program The Workforce Recruitment Program for College Students with Disabilities (WRP), coordinated by the U.S. Department of Labor and the…News…

Stanford PRISM PRISM (Postdoctoral Recruitment Initiative in Science and Medicine) is an opportunity for select late-stage graduate students from broadly diverse backgrounds to explore postdoctoral training at Stanford, including interviewing with potential mentors, getting the inside scoop on postdoctoral training at Stanford from current postdocs, and accessing professional development to score the best postdoc for them. The…News…