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
| Ticket Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Alumni | $30 |
| Child | $15 |
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.
Schedule
Registration and Continental Breakfast
Morning Main Stage
9:50 – 10 a.m. | Conference Welcome
Erika Jordan ML ’18
Associate Senior Vice President for Alumni Relations
Paola Fernandez ’14, MPP ’19
Rachel Morford ’07, MS ’07
10 – 11 a.m. | Lightning Talks
Kamy Akhavan
Managing Director, USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future
Geoffrey Garrett
Dean, USC Marshall School of Business
11:00 – 11:05 a.m. | Presenting Sponsor Spotlight: Bank of America
Garrett Gin
Market Executive, Greater Los Angeles – Bank of America
11:10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Leadership in the Evolving Music Industry
Jason King
Dean, USC Thornton School of Music
Keaton Smith ’16
General Manager, Top Dawg Entertainment
11:55 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Closeout Remarks
Lunch
Breakout Classes
Living Life with Impact; Embracing the Flow
Location
TCC 302 (Tutor Campus Center Room 302 – Third Floor)
3607 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Jennifer Walske
Greif Center Research Fellow Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship Academic Director, MSSE
Media, Markets, and the Business of Sports
Location
USC Tutor Campus Center Grand Ballroom (Basement Floor)
3607 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Miki Turner
Erin Coscarelli ’06
Veteran Sportscaster and On-Host
Charlene Riofrio ’06, MS ’20
Sketches to Scans: A Story of Discovery through Brain Imaging
Location
TCC 350/351/352 (Tutor Campus Center Franklin Suites – Third Floor)
3607 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Michael Bienkowski
Assistant Professor of Physiology and Neuroscience and Biomedical Engineering
USC Career Center Headshots, Demo of Alumni Career Resources, Career Center Volunteer and Recruiting Opportunities
Investment Intelligence: How Gen-AI Helps Navigate Investment Planning
Location
TCC 450 (Tutor Campus Center Forum – Fourth Floor)
3607 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Joseph Ethan Castaneda
Senior Vice President, Investment Portfolio Manager – Bank of America Private Bank
Nancy Wamai
Senior Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager – Bank of America Private Bank
Work, Life, and the World in the Age of AI
Location
TCC 227 (Tutor Campus Center Rosen Family Screening Room – Second Floor)
3607 Trousdale Pkwy, Los Angeles, CA 90089
Joyce Shen
Adjunct Associate Professor, Bovard College
Afternoon Main Stage
3:05 – 3:55 p.m. | Afternoon Main Stage Panel: The Game of Life
Varun Soni
Dean of Religious Life
David Belasco
Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship
3:55 – 4 p.m. | Closing Remarks
Optional Campus Tour
Trojan Family Reception with President Kim
Please Note: Registration for Going Back to College Day includes admission to the Trojan Family Reception. If you are registered only for the Trojan Family Reception, you must purchase a separate ticket to attend Going Back to College Day events.
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Contact Us
For general questions, email dominique.mendoza@usc.edu or call 213-740-2300.