Trojan Welcome Experience
The Trojan Welcome Experience (TWE) brings the energy and spirit of USC to the start of each semester. Through signature events, immersive programs, and campus-wide celebrations, TWE welcomes students into a community built on connection, tradition, and new beginnings.
From your first moments on campus, you will find opportunities to meet new friends, engage with student organizations, and connect with the people and resources that make up the Trojan Family. Whether you come for the music, memorable experiences, free food, or the chance to find your place, TWE creates space for it all.
Fall 2026 Trojan Welcome Experience
Wednesday, August 19 through Sunday, September 27, 2026
Most TWE events require a USC ID card for entry. Make sure yours is ready before attending.
Trojan Welcome Experience Events
Explore event details, locations, times, and registration information.
Week 5: 9/21 – 9/27
Monday, September 21, 2026
| Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Hazing Prevention Week D1 | 11:00 AM | 2:00 PM | Hahn Plaza, Trousdale | Info coming soon! |
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
| Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career Carnival | 11:00 AM | 2:00 PM | Alumni Park, Trousdale Parkway 3/4 | Information Here |
| Fall Hazing Prevention Week D2 | 11:00 AM | 2:00 PM | Hahn Plaza, Trousdale | Info coming soon! |
| Designing the Lucas Museum with Ma Yansong | 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM | Bovard Auditorium | Register Here |
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
| Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall Hazing Prevention Week D3 | 11:00 AM | 2:00 PM | Hahn Plaza, Trousdale | Info coming soon! |
Thursday, September 24, 2026
| Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| L.A.: Antigone at the Getty Villa | 6:15 PM | 10:30 PM | Getty Villa | Register Here |
| Tommy-oke | 8:00 PM | 11:00 PM | TCC Plaza | Register Here |
Friday, September 25, 2026
| Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Football Rally | 4:45 PM | 5:15 PM | Robert Wood Plaza | Info coming soon! |
| Band Night | 8:00 PM | 11:00 PM | Tommy’s Place | Info coming soon! |
Saturday, September 26, 2026
| Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Game Day Experience: USC v. Oregon | TBA | TBA | Spirit of Troy Lawn | Register Here |
Follow USC Residential Education for Trojan Welcome Experience announcements, reminders, and event highlights.
Trojan Welcome Experience Highlights
Accessibility and Participation
Trojan Welcome Experience programs are open to all eligible individuals. Residential Education operates its programs and activities consistent with USCās Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
Individuals with disabilities who need accommodations to attend an event may contact ResEd@usc.edu. Please provide at least seven daysā notice when requesting accommodations or auxiliary aids, such as sign language interpreters or alternative-format materials. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations in an effective and timely manner.