The University of Southern California is a private research university in Los Angeles, California, United States. Founded in 1880 by Robert M. Widney, it is the oldest private research university in C
Robert Maclay Widney, founder of the university, photographed in 1885
The Widney Alumni House, the campus's first building, photographed in 1903
The Center for International and Public Affairs, topped by a 5,500 lb (2,500 kg) globe, is the tallest structure on campus. Built under the second master plan, it reflects a trend towards modernism during that period.
The USC Trojans are the intercollegiate athletic teams that represent the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. While the men's teams are nicknamed the Trojans, the women's athletic teams
University of Southern California
…intercollegiate sports and competes in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Big Ten Conference. Members of USC's sports teams, the Trojans, have won 107 NCAA team championships and 412 NCAA individual championships. As of 2021, Trojan athletes have won 326 medals at the Olympic Games (153…
Willis O. Hunter, USC athletic director 1925–1957
USC v Oregon game in 2012
Matt Leinart's Heisman Trophy