Going Back to College Day

Rediscover the joy of learning at Going Back to College Day, a one-day lifelong learning and professional development experience designed exclusively for Trojan alumni on March 6.

Experience the USC of today, gain fresh insights you can apply immediately, make meaningful connections with fellow alumni and invest in your personal and professional growth.

During this immersive day, you will:
• Hear from top faculty and industry experts in guided, thought-provoking sessions
• Learn boldly with new ideas and actionable takeaways
• Expand your network and connect with fellow Trojans
• Advance your skills and invest in yourself

Register Today!

Ticket TypePrice
Alumni$65
Child$50

Good-to-Know Registration Information

To purchase 7 or more tickets, please email the USC Alumni Association.


Cancellation Policy

We regret that we cannot offer any refunds for ticket purchases. You may, however, transfer your ticket to another individual until noon on Thursday, March 5, 2026, by emailing us. Please note that each ticket is only eligible for one transfer.

Registration and Continental Breakfast

9 – 9:40 a.m.

Alumni Park

Morning Main Stage

9:50 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Bovard Auditorium

9:50 – 10 a.m. | Conference Welcome

10 – 11 a.m. | Trojans Talk Podcast Live Recording
Featuring USC President Beong-Soo Kim and Special Guest

11 – 11:05 a.m. | Wellness Break

11:05 – 11:10 a.m. | Presenting Sponsor Spotlight

11:10 – 11:55 a.m. | Morning Main Stage Panel

11:55 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Closeout Remarks

Lunch

12 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Alumni Park

Breakout Classes

1:55 – 2:55 p.m.

Various Locations

6 breakout sessions or “classes” led by:

Mindy Romero
Michael Bienkowski
Jennifer Walske
Joyce Shen

Details and additional breakout speakers to be announced soon.

Afternoon Main Stage

3:05 – 4:35 p.m.

Bovard Auditorium

3:05 – 3:45 p.m. | Afternoon Main Stage Panel 1

3:45 – 4:30 p.m. | Afternoon Main Stage Panel 2

4:30 – 4:35 p.m. | Closing Remarks

Closing Networking Reception

4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

Alumni Park

To make the event even more meaningful, we’re hosting reunions for alumni who were part of USC’s Undergraduate and Graduate Student Governments (USG and GSG).

On the evening of March 6, we’re creating space for alumni with this shared student leadership experience to reconnect and reunite. Join us for the inaugural Student Government Alumni Reunion, immediately following Going Back to College Day. Relive your college days and share stories while enjoying food, beverages, fun interactive activities and more at this family-friendly event.


Friday, March 6 | 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Moreton Fig Patio
University Park Campus

Adult (ages 13+) | $50
Children (ages 3-12) | $25
Children (under 2) | Free

(Includes heavy appetizers and drinks, alcohol available for 21+)

Liberty Mutual Insurance

For general questions, email dominique.mendoza@usc.edu or call 213-740-2300.