Volunteering for USC’s Campus Emergency Response Team can be life-changing
Author: Marissa Klymkiw
Detective SergeantDepartment of Public Safety As a DPS command officer, Detective Aaron Drake oversees investigations at both the University Park and Health Sciences campuses. In this role, he has provided unwavering support, resources, and information to USC campus partners such as the Title IX office, the Office of Equity and Diversity, Student Judicial Affairs and…
Assistant Vice ProvostEmeriti Center Janette Brown’s career with the university began at the Career Center, where she served students, and it has flourished during her tenure as the head of the USC Emeriti Center, where she serves staff and faculty retirees, as well as those needing help planning for that eventuality. Janette’s passion is to…
Director of Academic Programs, Biological SciencesDornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Linda Bazilian has served the biological sciences department, Dornsife College, and the entire USC community in innumerable ways during her more than 26 years at the university. From her beginnings as a lab technician, Linda has demonstrated a vigorous and dedicated work ethic…
Executive Director, Student ServicesSchool of Architecture Jennifer Park’s title is executive director of student services, but her impact is felt in every corner of the USC School of Architecture. Curriculum management, development, events, strategy, budget – she has a hand in each, all while providing exemplary care for students and overseeing admissions, advising, and study…
Guest Services AmbassadorTransportation Services Sonny Rosales is the first smiling face many see upon entering the University Park Campus. He is an exceptional Trojan ambassador, ensuring that each of his guests experience a memorable welcome beginning the moment they pull up to his entrance gate. Each day Sonny answers a myriad of questions, provides directions…
Promotora and Dental AssistantOstrow School of Dentistry Carmen Molina-Diaz is responsible for countless smiles at USC and throughout Los Angeles as she empowers whole communities with oral health education. Carmen serves as a cultural bridge-builder, bringing dental services and education to the Latino population in Los Angeles, as she breaks down barriers that result in…
Shuttle Driver/TransportationAuxiliary Services Joe Chavira is the reason for thousands of good mornings at HSC, as he drives the Soto shuttle route. Joe’s warm welcome and genuine interest in each of his passengers gets everyone off to a great start. But the experience he provides goes beyond his obvious joy in serving the Trojan Family and…
Hazardous Materials SupervisorEnvironmental Health and Safety Anthony Rodriguez is the ultimate behind-the-scenes staff member, performing an absolutely crucial job that would intimidate or even frighten many of us – and yet he is responsible for the safety of every member of the USC community. Anthony capably handles the disposal of countless tons of hazardous waste…
Executive DirectorCenter for Work and Family Life John Gaspari, embodying the heart of USC in leading the university’s landmark Center for Work and Family Life, has become the face of compassion to hundreds of his fellow employees through the services his Center renders. A passionate administrator, John gently works to dispel the stigma associated with…