All Commencement events require a ticket.

Yes, the stream will be available on mann.usc.edu/commencement. More details will be available soon.

All bags must meet USC’s Clear Bag Policy. In addition to the clear bag, guests may carry a small clutch bag or purse, approximately hand-sized, with or without a handle or strap.

Drugs, alcohol, blow horns, whistles, kites, big backpacks, large hats, balloons, bulky items, speakers, or large signs are not permitted at the event. Balloons must be kept outside of the ceremony area. Guests found with drugs or alcohol will be removed from campus. Graduates are advised to have their guests carry bags and other items.

USC maintains a smoke-free policy. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all indoor and outdoor USC properties, including within vehicles parked on the premises.

No, strollers are not allowed in the ceremony area.

Wheelchair-accessible seating is available. 

Between 11am and noon.

Yes, the reception will take place in Pardee Plaza, a short walk from the Commencement site. Light refreshments will be served.

Gowns and hoods of rented regalia should be returned to the drop-off bins located around campus. Do not return your cap, tassel, cords, and sashes. You will not get them back.

When posting to your social media, please use #USCMann and #USCGrad.

For Instagram story filters, yard signs, virtual invites and Zoom backgrounds, access the celebration kits here.

For information about the USC Mann Commencement, contact Mayra Bonilla at mayra.martinezbonilla@usc.edu.

For information about the main USC Commencement ceremony, visit commencement.usc.edu.