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May 12, 2017

The 134th Commencement at the University of Southern California begins at 8:30 a.m. at Alumni Memorial Park. Individual school ceremonies follow the main ceremony.

2017 Commencement Moments


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2017 USC Commencement Speaker, Will Ferrell

Comedic actor and USC alumnus, Will Ferrell, delivered the 134th commencement address at the University of Southern California on May 12, 2017.

2017 USC Baccalaureate Ceremony Speaker, Deepak Chopra

Renowned integrative medicine and personal transformation pioneer Deepak Chopra was USC's 2017 Baccalaureate Ceremony Speaker. Watch Dr. Chopra's speech again on USC's YouTube channel.

For Graduates

Congratulations to the Class of 2017! As you make plans for graduation and beyond, please make sure to complete all the necessary checklist items to make your Commencement experience go smoothly and enjoyably.

USC's 134th Commencement Day

Watch the entire recording of the grand academic procession, followed by remarks by university leadership, the conferring of honorary degrees, addresses by the the valedictorian and commencement speaker, and the turning of the mortarboard tassel, which marks the moment when members of the graduating class officially become USC graduates and alumni.

For Families and Guests

USC welcomes the many family members and friends who are arriving on campus to celebrate Commencement with their graduating students. Learn about the celebrations that will take place throughout the week, and accommodations that will make your visit enjoyable and memorable.

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