Updates - Class of 2025
Final Bulletin :(
NEW! A Special Message from Gevork and Jonathan, your Class Presidents
As we approach commencement, we've been reflecting on the incredible journey we've shared. From the first day of orientation to the last day of rotations, we've grown not just as future physicians, but as friends, advocates, and leaders.
These past four years have challenged us in ways never expected. We've pushed through long nights on the wards, and celebrated each other's milestones. Through it all, we've shown what it means to be resilient, compassionate, and committed to this calling.
As we prepare to go our separate ways for residency, we hope you take a moment to feel proud not just of the match, the grades, or the accomplishments, but of who you've become. The impact you'll have on patients and communities is only just beginning.
Whether you're staying local or heading across the country, we're all part of the same story. Thank you for being a part of ours.
With admiration and gratitude,
Gevork and Jonathan
NEW! Congratulations, Class of 2025!!
The Office of Student Affairs wishes you the best as you embark on your journey to residency. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you need any assistance beyond commencement.
Registering for USC Alumni Association
Congratulations Class of 2025!
The Keck School of Medicine of USC is rich with history and tradition - soon you too will become a part of our legacy!
Upon conferral of your degree, you will automatically belong to a powerful, close-knit community of USC alumni numbering more than 437,000 worldwide—Trojans of all ages and backgrounds who are eager to stay connected, lifelong, and worldwide.
As a registered member the USC Alumni Association, you will receive many benefits, including:
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Continued access to the Norris Medical Library and its resources,
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Career services
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USC Bookstore and campus retailer discounts
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Special offers from the USC Alumni Association’s corporate partners
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Access to fellow Trojans around the globe.
To ensure a smooth transition, we ask that you check your
MyUSC portal to ensure your personal email and your future mailing address are accurately reflected.
Please note, your USC student email will expire six months after you graduate.
Once your degree is conferred, you’ll receive an email asking you to create a profile for the USC Alumni Community, FightOnline. For more details on how to register as a USC alumni please click here.
Remember, your connection to the Trojan Family is lifelong and worldwide! Fight On!
For more information, please contact:
Keck School of Medicine of USC
Office of Alumni Relations
(323) 442-0789
NEW! Campus Safety Updates from the desk of Lt. Rodney Peacock, USC DPS
We work hard at the Health Sciences Campus to keep our students, staff, and faculty safe. Below are a few of the issues we would like to share:
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DPS will contact Street Maintenance and request tree trimming on Zonal from Lot 71 to San Pablo Street.
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DPS should continue extra patrols on the Zonal corridor in the early morning and add additional patrols in the evening while focusing on pedestrian safety.
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We will continue collaborating with LAPD Hollenbeck Division and request extra patrols on our campus by their officers.
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Request the best Allied Security personnel at each post on Zonal Avenue near Lot 71.
I attend a daily zoom meeting with command staff from surrounding LAPD stations. During each meeting, we discuss our neighborhood prior 24-hour period of criminal activity. I then pass this information on to my patrol officers for awareness.
I am happy to say that Crimes Against Persons on the Health Sciences Campus are down by 75% year to date, and Property Crimes are down by 15% year to date. We will continue working toward crime prevention while keeping everyone safe.
NEW! Asian Americans & Racial Trauma:
Does Race Matter?
This presentation will examine the existing empirical literature on the psychological, behavioral, and health impacts of racism against Asian Americans, as well as the implications of this research for health service providers.
Speaker: Alvin Alvarez, PhD
Alvin Alvarez received his doctorate in counseling psychology from the University of Maryland and serves as the Dean of the College of Health & Social Sciences at San Francisco State University. Alvarez's academic work has focused on Asian Americans, racial identity and the psychological impact of racism.
Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Location: Virtual
RSVP for Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/meeting/register/yPPn7Wc0T9uENzMW0kWHFw
This event is co-sponsored by KSOM Culture & Engagement as well as Keck Asian Pacific Islander Faculty and Staff Association (APIFSA)
NEW! American Society of Nephrology
Opportunities for Students
ASN Kidney Week 2025, the world's premier nephrology meeting will take place from Wednesday, November 5, to Sunday, November 9 in Houston, Texas.
This meeting provides the opportunity to connect with experts, exchange knowledge, learn about the latest scientific medical advances, and listen to provocative discussions.
The ASN Kidney Students and Residents (STARS) program is designed to help trainees explore the career opportunities available in nephrology. If interested, please click on the link for more information.
The deadline to apply is 12:00pm PST on June 18, 2025
NEW!
Safety Resources
We are providing a reminder of the safety resources provided to you by the University during your clerkships at LA General Medical Center and Keck Hospital:
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USC Department of Public Safety (DPS) Escorts:
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DPS Escorts are available during times that Lyft (see below) are not available. They can provide you safe escort from your location to your vehicle. Please call (323) 442-1200 to request an escort.
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LiveSafe App:
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A free downloadable app that mobile users can use to initiate contact with emergency responders. Click here to download.
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Lyft
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Operating at the HSC weekdays from 5:00pm - 2:00am, USC Lyft Rides Program is a safe way to get to your destination within campus boundaries. Click here for more information and to register.
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Click here to view additional safety tips and resources.
Physician's Aid Funding Support
The Physician's Aid Association is a non-profit charitable organization that is dedicated to helping Los Angeles County Physicians through anticipated temporary financial hardships.
For more information and to submit a request for Physician's Aid Funding, please click here.
You said...
... We did
(Spring 2025 Edition)
Click here to view!
2025 AAMC GQ Survey!
If we receive a 90% completion rate for both the GQ and Qualtrics surveys, we will raffle a $100 Amazon gift card!
We are currently at 87%
We're almost there! Keep submitting!
LA General Guidelines
Please review important guidelines from LA General Medical Center regarding what to do if U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) visits their facility.
Disaster Relief Guide for Immigrant Californians
This guide provides information about the types of federal, state, and local disaster assistance services available in the State of California.
Click on the image to see more.
UPDATED Resources
USC Office of Religious and Spiritual Life
USC Student Life
Trojan Food Pantry
(@ University Park Campus)
KSOM MD Student Wellbeing has updated their Lavender Sheet with self-care and wellbeing resources to assist you with your journey through medical school. Click on the PDF below to access the sheet.
Badge Buddy Cards
Pictured: Mistreatment reporting instructions.
Non-pictured side: Needlestick procedures
Need a badge buddy card? Drop by the Office of Student Affairs (KAM 100) Questions: medstuaf@usc.edu
REMINDER
Schedule a LEAD meeting using Calendly
Please note that these meetings are optional and not required for M4's.
Students are encouraged to check-in with their assigned learning specialist as needed.
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Dr. Ranna Nash (students with last names A-L) | schedule here
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Dr. Melissa Lopez (students with last names M-Z) | schedule here
Shadowing Faculty/Operating Room access
at Keck Medical Center
As a reminder, all students who wish to shadow Faculty or wish to enter the Operating Room at the Keck Medical Center must first be approved by the Office of Student Affairs.
Prior to submitting a shadowing request, student must first receive approval from Faculty they wish to shadow. Upon approval, students must submit a request by emailing Jane Huh the information below
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Student name
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Student USC ID Number
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Date(s) Student Plans to Shadow
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Name of Faculty Member Shadowing
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Department of Faculty Member
Out of respect for patients, staff, and the intense/confidential nature of the O.R., access can only be approved on a case-by-case basis. We cannot approve students for an unlimited amount of time.
Parking on Campus
Click here for additional information on how to purchase a parking permit with USC Transportation.
(Rotation/GAP Parking): You may purchase a parking permit for specific dates by visiting the USC Transportation Customer Service Center (KAM 120). Accommodations will be at Lot 71.
The cost of these permits for two weeks is $44.00. Should your permit request be for more than two weeks, you will be charged a prorated fee for additional days that are required.
Questions can be addressed by contacting auxtrans@usc.edu.
Did you know?
You can borrow a laptop with a charger and carrying case along with other helpful tools from USC Libraries!
Review the flyer and scan the QR code for more details!