USC Cancels Main Commencement Ceremony, Citing Safety Concerns

[ Citing safety concerns following escalating protests, USC announced today it has canceled the “main stage” commencement ceremony that had been planned for May 10 and will require tickets for people to attend any other commencement activities. The university will continue to hold “dozens” of smaller commencement events, including the individual school ceremonies — such … Read more

USC Protesters Arrested As Police Declare Unlawful Assembly At Encampment

[ An encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Southern California was ordered to disperse this evening by Los Angeles police, who declared an unlawful assembly. Those not obeying were arrested, and some members of the crowd who left were seen blocking traffic on nearby streets. Reports indicate at least 30 protesters were taken … Read more

USC Releases Outside Commencement Speakers From Scheduled Appearances

[ In the wake of its decision to cancel a pro-Palestinian valedictorian’s commencement address, the University of Southern California has released other speakers from their commitments to address attendees. Entertainment industry figures scheduled to appear included director Jon M. Chu (Crazy Rich Asians) and producer Miky Lee of Korea’s the CJ Group, which gave the … Read more

Miky Lee To Deliver USC School Of Cinematic Arts Commencement Address; Cancels Pro-Palestinian Valedictorian Speech Over Safety

[ The USC School of Cinematic Arts has announced that Miky Lee will deliver the 20024 Commencement address. James Gray, director, writer, and SCA alumnus, will receive the Mary Pickford Alumni Award at the graduation ceremony at the Shrine Auditorium on Friday, May 10, 2024. “Miky Lee is a true pioneer and ambassador of collaborative … Read more

LeBron James’ Son Bronny Will Make College Hoops Debut Today, Months After Cardiac Arrest – Deadline

[ The eldest son of Lakers superstar LeBron James is expected to make his college basketball debut today for USC. Freshman Bronny James will take the court against Long Beach State less than five months after he suffered cardiac arrest at a practice. USC said James went through his first two full-contact practices Thursday and … Read more