Resources
The Office for Residential Education works in collaboration with many other offices and organizations at the University of Southern California to create a welcoming and supportive residential experience for our students. These other offices and organizations provide many wonderful additional opportunities and resources to students which you can read further about below.
Housing is responsible for managing the our residential facilities at USC and is one of Residential Education’s closest partners. Housing is responsible for room selection, room moves, facility maintenance, managing residential Customer Service Centers and more.
Campus Support & Intervention (CSI)
Campus Support and Intervention assists students and families in resolving complex issues which adversely affect a student’s academic success and/or collegiate experience. Whether the issues are personal, academic, or financial, they evaluate and present options to students, and facilitate communication and connections with university departments.
Office of Community Expectations (OCE)
OCE, a part of the Division of Student Life, manages all incidents of potential violations of student code of conduct, which includes non-academic and academic based misconduct. Residential Education and OCE staff work to resolve incidents that include potential violations of residence hall policies.
USC Counseling & Mental Health Services
Counseling and Mental Health is USC Student Health’s central resource for student mental health and emotional well-being. The site provides information about confidential counseling services, psychiatry, crisis support, group therapy, workshops, wellness programs, and same-day resources, while helping students access care through MySHR and connect with the support that best fits their needs.
Office of Student Accessibility Services (OSAS)
Office of Student Accessibility Services (OSAS) is USC’s central resource for ensuring equal access for students with disabilities. The site provides information about requesting academic accommodations, registering with OSAS, testing services, documentation requirements, and accessibility resources, while guiding students, faculty, and staff through policies and services that support an inclusive learning environment.
Office of International Services (OIS)
Office of International Services (OIS) is USC’s primary resource for international students and scholars. The site provides guidance on immigration and visa requirements, maintaining F-1 and J-1 status, employment authorization, travel, orientation, and life in the U.S., while offering advising and resources to help members of the international community succeed academically, professionally, and personally.
Campus Activities is USC’s hub for student involvement, leadership, and campus engagement. The site connects students with more than 800 student organizations, leadership development programs, campus events, student government, Late Night ’SC, and the EngageSC platform, helping Trojans build community, discover opportunities, and make the most of their USC experience.