Get involved

Many opportunities exist for all faculty and staff to be involved with the USC community. Employee Interest Groups promote a deeper awareness of cultural and social topics through community dialogue and are open to all individuals. Similarly, various other groups and communities strive to strengthen USC’s Unifying Values through equal opportunity for all.

Please check with your school or unit for groups specific to that school or unit.

Employee Interest Groups

LGBTQ Faculty & Staff Alliance at USC

Providing a network that explores and supports personal and professional issues related to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer employees at USC.

USC Asian Pacific Islander (API) Faculty and Staff Association

Creating a safe space and a voice for all to advocate for API faculty and staff across the USC community.

USC Black Staff & Faculty Caucus

Promoting a positive working relationship between and with the university’s Black staff, faculty, and students and contributing toward the development of harmony and good across the university.

USC Latino Forum

Gathering several times a semester for events that celebrate and stimulate conversations around what it means to be Latino at USC, in Los Angeles, and in the United States.

Women in Management (WIM)

Welcoming a wide variety of dynamic and progressive individuals employed across USC to cover current topics impacting women in the workplace.

Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE)

Committed to developing fresh approaches to policies and building a supportive enviurment for all, WiSE aims to increase the representation and success of women in science and engineering.

Other ways to get involved

Academic Senate

The Academic Senate is a voice for faculty and strives to further the academic mission and integrity of the university as a community of scholars, artists, and professionals dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge.

Staff Assembly

The USC Staff Assembly is an officially recognized branch of the university governance system that promotes the growth and welfare of all USC staff members.

Staff Club

The University Staff Club is dedicated to serving the university community as they work with administration to recognize staff, provide scholarships to graduate students, and put together social functions to enhance work life.

University Chorus

The University Chorus is open to any USC student, faculty, or staff member as well as the larger university community who loves to sing.

USC Alumni Association

The USC Alumni Association offers several affinity programs to unite Trojan alums with common interests, backgrounds, and experiences. These groups deepen connections to the university while championing diversity and fostering an inclusive community of proud Trojans.

USC Culture Network

The Culture Network is a group of faculty and staff who are committed to strengthening USC culture through our six Unifying Values. Its mission is to equip members with resources that promote our values, share stories, best practices and ideas that move culture forward, and connect with colleagues from across USC that share a passion for culture.

USC Office of Religious and Spiritual Life

The USC Office of Religious and Spiritual Life provides faculty and staff with opportunities to join specialized groups that foster connections on a spiritual level, empowering individuals to support and uplift others in their faith journeys.

Know of any other ways for faculty and staff to get involved that should be included on this page? Let us know in an email to gateway@usc.edu.