Our Resources
A comprehensive list of resources provided or initiated by USG and our USC campus partners.
USG Documents
Official
Constitution
Bylaws
Code of Ethics
Office
Office Policies
Office Hours
Budget 2019-2020
Legislative
Senate Database
Task Force Guidelines
Task Force Proposal
Branding
Brand Guide
Identity Assets
Official Logos
Communication Services
Comms. Services Request Form
Black Community Support
Student Organizations
Student Advocacy
Emergencies
Trojan Food Pantry
Any currently enrolled USC student who is experiencing a food emergency/food insecurity qualifies for the services of the Trojan Food Pantry.
Any student may request information from the TFP staff regarding California state benefits, including CalFresh, EBT, and SNAP.
Disabled Access to Road Transportation
DART is a free service provided by USC Transportation to assist USC students, faculty and staff with temporary mobility issues in getting around campus. Service is available at UPC during the Fall and Spring semesters only, between the hours of 8:30am–6:00pm, Monday–Friday.
USC Department of Public Safety
Trojan Neighborhood Associaton
The Trojans Neighborhood Association brings together students and the community living within the USC DPS zone in order to fight the “wicked problems” our neighborhood faces.
- Resources for Renter’s Rights
- Find and contact your local representatives
Health and Wellness
Ask Ari
USC’s virtual wellness assistant, Ask Ari, can help you navigate complex problems that often arise in college life. This research-based informational tool can help you deal with issues like stress, sleep, relationships, and more. It also is a great place to find information about campus resources or figure out where to get additional help with a wellness-related problem.
Free HIV Testing
AHIV testing will be provided on campus by USC Student Health at both Engemann and Eric
Cohen student health centers, and is available to undergraduate and graduate students.
USC Office of Campus Wellbeing & Education
Thrive @ USC is one of three integrated offices in CWCI, which also includes USC Support an Advocacy and the Threat Assessment Office. Together, these three offices reflect the understanding that the university culture is shaped both by how it responds to crisis, and importantly, its efforts to cultivate a culture of compassion, connection, trust, well-being, and support from the outset.
Free Goods and Services
Free Legal Counseling
In need of legal counseling?
Our department (with the Undergraduate and Graduate Student Governments) is working with law firms to bring free legal counseling services to students on a first-come, first-serve basis. Our newly expanded opportunities now include both general legal assistance and landlord/housing assistance.
Legal counseling appointments will take place Mondays from 4PM to 9PM PST via telephone (or video chat).
Appointments for the upcoming Monday will open at 4PM PST the previous week. Please visit this form to sign up! Please note that filling out this form does not automatically confirm your appointment. Please wait for confirmation from a representative from Campus Activities for your appointment.
*If you are looking for assistance for landlord/housing legal assistance, please have leases and notices ready to submit in the form.
Free New York Times subscription for all students
Student Organizations
RSO Tool Kit
The RSO Tool Kit is an expansive resource guide for Recognized Student Organizations at USC, compiled by the Undergraduate Student Government.
USG Organization and Student Funding
USG can help sponsor your organization’s event and your academic pursuits! Check out the funding opportunities here. You can also reach out to our various assemblies and committees to become a member organization of USG and receive extra funding for your events
Green Engagement Fund
Funded by USG and GSG, the Green Engagement Fund (USCGEF) supports student-driven projects aimed at increasing sustainability at USC while driving awareness of environmental stewardship.
FMS RSO Cost Waiver Fund
USG has partnered with USC Campus Activities, a division of Student Affairs to provide a waiver for student organization event costs from Facilities Management Service (FMS). No more need to spend your membership dues on FMS services, we’ve got you covered! Apply here.
Service and Involvement
Late Night ‘SC
Late Night ‘SC is a series of free late-night social programs open to all USC students! Events take place Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9pm-2am.
Recreational Club Sports
Friends & Neighbors Day (FND)
Student Advocacy
Disability Services & Programs
Disability Services and Programs (DSP) is the unit at USC responsible for ensuring equal access for students with disabilities in compliance with state and federal law. DSP serves undergraduate, graduate and professional students; on-ground and on-line students; and students in all credit-granting courses and programs of study.
USG Advocacy Task Forces
Reach out to usgcdo@usc.edu for more information.
Title IX
The Title IX Office is responsible for responding to reports of student harassment and student organization discrimination when the harassment or discrimination is based on a protected characteristic.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at USC
Ombuds Office
Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention
Relationship and Sexual Violence Prevention and Services provides immediate therapy services for situations related to gender- and power-based harm.
Public Statements, Resolutions, and Legislation
Student Affairs Resources
Public CARE Report
The Public CARE Report enables students to seek help, confidentially and anonymously, on behalf of others.
Resource Guides
International Student Guide
The USC Survival Guide by USC Helenes
Undocumented Student Guide
Guide to Accessible Events
Student Resource Centers
CENTER FOR ENGINEERING DIVERSITY
NORMAN TOPPING STUDENT AID FUND
TOMÁS RIVERA POLICY INSTITUTE
KORTSCHAK CENTER FOR LEARNING AND CREATIVITY
TRIO PROGRAMS
WRITING CENTER
Outside Resources
Want to add something?
We’re always open to adding new resources and guides to this list!