USC LAA

USC LAA A legacy of the USC Mexican American Alumni Association since 1973

The mission of the USC Latino Alumni Association is two-fold: to provide scholarship assistance for the academic development and advancement of USC students who demonstrate financial need and show commitment to the Latino community; and to support the overall advancement of the university by engaging alumni for life.

🎓 As the spring semester wraps up, USC students are putting the final touches on their projects and assignments—and for ...
04/24/2025

🎓 As the spring semester wraps up, USC students are putting the final touches on their projects and assignments—and for many, that means one exciting step closer to graduation!

The USC Latino Alumni Association proudly congratulates 80+ graduating USC LAA scholars from the Class of 2025!

We’re cheering you on as you walk across that stage and into the future. We look forward to seeing you at USC Commencement on May 15!

For more info about commencement, please visit https://we-are.usc.edu/2024/09/26/update-on-2025-usc-commencement/

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Today’s celebration acknowledges 80+ graduating scholars ranging from undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. ...
04/12/2025

Today’s celebration acknowledges 80+ graduating scholars ranging from undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. 👩🏽‍🎓👨🏽‍🎓

We celebrate the accomplishments and dedication of our graduating scholars. They are the next generation of leaders, who have maintained a competitive GPA and participated in professional education programs all along.

We are so proud of each one of our scholars; and look forward to having them connected through our continued alumni engagement programs and events!

Fight On!

Today, we celebrate USC LAA Graduating Scholars’ Breakfast Celebration! Congratulations Scholars! Welcome to the Trojan ...
04/12/2025

Today, we celebrate USC LAA Graduating Scholars’ Breakfast Celebration!

Congratulations Scholars! Welcome to the Trojan Alumni Family! ✌🏽

The USC Latino Alumni Association proudly supports LGBTQ+ Alumni Association 32nd Annual Scholarship BenefitToday’s cele...
04/05/2025

The USC Latino Alumni Association proudly supports

LGBTQ+ Alumni Association 32nd Annual Scholarship Benefit

Today’s celebration recognizes outstanding LGBTQ+ and allied USC alumni, student’s and community members.

Congratulations to all the 2025 honorees!

Today for , the USC LAA partnered with and planted trees 🌳 near our campus, the West Adams community. - A special tha...
03/22/2025

Today for , the USC LAA partnered with and planted trees 🌳 near our campus, the West Adams community.

- A special thanks 🙏🏽 to each and every volunteer who gave their time and service on this beautiful and sunny ☀️ Saturday!

✨ Scholarship Deadline Fast Approaching! Apply by April 1st! ✨🎓The LAA is offering partial-tuition scholarships for unde...
03/19/2025

✨ Scholarship Deadline Fast Approaching! Apply by April 1st! ✨🎓

The LAA is offering partial-tuition scholarships for undergraduate and graduate USC students who are committed to creating impact!

✌🏽Who can apply? Open to all incoming and continuing USC students who are committed to the Latino/Hispanic Community.
✌🏽Award Criteria: Need and/or merit-based
✌🏽 Deadline: April 1, 2025 ⏳

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become a USC LAA Scholar! Apply today! Link in bio ➡️

You are invited to “Paving the Pre-Med Pathway: Breaking Barriers Together,” a pre-med conference designed to support fi...
03/11/2025

You are invited to “Paving the Pre-Med Pathway: Breaking Barriers Together,” a pre-med conference designed to support first-gen, low-income, and underrepresented students on their journey to medical school.

📆 —Friday, April 4th, from 9 AM - 4 PM
📍Leavey Library (LVL) Room 17 at USC.

Registration is first-come, first-served, and students can sign up using the QR code or link on the flyer.

03/09/2025

🌟 A heartfelt THANK YOU to our sponsors for their support! 🌟
This special evening is dedicated to transforming lives. This event wouldn't be possible without the support of our sponsors and guests! Together, we are making a lasting impact! Fight On!

🌟 Celebrating a Trojan Legend! 🏆Tonight, we proudly honor The Honorable Major General Albert C. Zapanta ’66, MPA ’73 as ...
03/09/2025

🌟 Celebrating a Trojan Legend! 🏆
Tonight, we proudly honor The Honorable Major General Albert C. Zapanta ’66, MPA ’73 as the recipient of the 2025 USC LAA Legacy Award!
Albert exemplifies the Trojan Spirit through his exceptional career achievements, unwavering commitment to philanthropy, and dedicated service to both the USC community and beyond. Also, he is a founding member of the USC Latino Alumni Association, a legacy of the Mexican American Alumni Association!🌟
Join us in recognizing Albert’s remarkable legacy, which continues to inspire generations of Trojans to aim higher and give back.
Your impact is truly extraordinary—thank you for your service to our country, leadership and dedication!

We are thrilled to recognize and express our deepest gratitude to our Presenting Sponsors for their incredible support o...
03/09/2025

We are thrilled to recognize and express our deepest gratitude to our Presenting Sponsors for their incredible support of the USC LAA Scholarship Gala! 🎓 🫶

✨ Celebrating a special occasion! ✨Tonight, we celebrate USC LAA’s Scholarship Gala!📅 Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025⏰ Tim...
03/09/2025

✨ Celebrating a special occasion! ✨
Tonight, we celebrate USC LAA’s Scholarship Gala!
📅 Date: Saturday, March 8, 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 P.M. (Arrival Time) | 7:00 P.M. (Program)
📍 Venue: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown Hotel

A Special Thank You to our Presenting Sponsors: Channel 31 and Television-44.

If you will not be joining us but want to contribute towards scholarships...bid on our silent auction via https://buff.ly/iMa53Cy (Closes at 8:45 p.m.) All proceeds benefit USC LAA Scholarships.

Trojan Family College Application Workshop is a free seminar open to the students and families of High School Seniors Af...
02/05/2025

Trojan Family College Application Workshop is a free seminar open to the students and families of High School Seniors Affected by LA Wildfires.

The webinar will offer guidance through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), CA Dream Act Application (CADA), CSS Profile, and the financial aid appeal process, ensuring students don’t miss out on the financial aid they’re entitled to receive.

Date: Thursday, February 13, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The webinar is hosted by USC’s College Advising Corps and USC’s Neighborhood Academic. USC’s College Advising Corps is a college access program within the USC Rossier School of Education’s Center for Enrollment Research, Policy and Practice. Since 2013, the Corps has provided college advising services to over 70,000 students across the Los Angeles basin.

For more information, email [email protected]

✨ Exciting Scholarship Gala News! ✨We are thrilled to announce this year’s alumni honorees! Al Zapanta ‘66, MPA ‘73 with...
01/24/2025

✨ Exciting Scholarship Gala News! ✨

We are thrilled to announce this year’s alumni honorees!

Al Zapanta ‘66, MPA ‘73 with the 2025 Legacy Award
and
Juan Perez ‘88, MS ‘90 with the 2025 Alumni Visionary Award

The two outstanding Trojans are being honored for their personal and professional achievements, dedication to the Latino community and service to the university.

The USC LAA Scholarship Gala will serve not only as a celebration of our achievements and community, but also as a reminder of the power of unity.

📅 Save the Date: Saturday, March 8, 2026
🕕 Time: Cocktails- 6:00 p.m.
🍽️ Dinner/Program- 7:00 p.m.
📍 Location: InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown

Let’s come together to honor their accomplishments and help pave the way for future leaders!

Stay tuned for more details about our honorees, our Dr. John R. Hubbard Recognition Award Finalists and how you can join the celebration!

To learn more about our alumni honorees and gala ticket information, please visit: alumni.usc.edu/laa/gala or link in bio!

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our office will be closed today. We will resume regular business hours on T...
01/20/2025

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our office will be closed today. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

💫 We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Linda M. Mirdamadi, MD ’94, to the USC Latino Alumni Association Board of Directors! 💫D...
01/16/2025

💫 We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Linda M. Mirdamadi, MD ’94, to the USC Latino Alumni Association Board of Directors! 💫

Dr. Mirdamadi is a leading expert in health and wellness; and inspires individuals to embrace a healthier lifestyle and unlock their full potential.  Dr. Mirdamadi currently serves as an Adjunct Clinical Assistant Professor at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, where she is deeply committed to teaching and mentoring students.

Beyond academia, she lends her expertise to numerous university boards, such as the University of Southern California Board of Governors, the Board of Directors for the Los Angeles County Medical Association, and the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA).

As a second-generation Latina, Dr. Mirdamadi is a passionate advocate for and , working tirelessly to address disparities in healthcare access and education. Through her roles as a national and state policy fellow with the National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) and the National Hispanic Health Foundation, she is helping to shape public policies that promote a healthier and more equitable future for all.

Please join us in giving Dr. Mirdamadi a warm welcome to the USC Latino Alumni Association (USC LAA) Board! 🙌

Welcome to the board, Dr. Mirdamadi! 🎉

Repost from •The Trojan Family Relief Fund will help current students, faculty and staff impacted by the LA Wildfires. V...
01/14/2025

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The Trojan Family Relief Fund will help current students, faculty and staff impacted by the LA Wildfires. Visit the link in my bio for more info. Together we will .

Colombian American pianist Andrés Jaramillo is our Leonard Stein Resident Artist for 2024/25. Dr. Jaramillo specializes ...
01/06/2025

Colombian American pianist Andrés Jaramillo is our Leonard Stein Resident Artist for 2024/25. Dr. Jaramillo specializes in the music by contemporary Latinx composers. Every composer on this program (including four world premieres and three 30 for 30 compositions) is or was an immigrant. Through these solo piano works, Andrés explores the myriad emotions, perspectives, and approaches inherent in the immigrant experience, intertwining the composers’ own cultural backgrounds with those of their new homes. Jaramillo will perform three new compositions by 30 for 30 composers Paola Márquez, Jorge Salazar and Josh Rodriguez.

Please join Dr. Jaramillo, moderator Veronika Krausas, and composers Paola Marquez, Jorge Salazar and Josh Rodriguez for a free pre-concert discussion at 7:00 PM in Thayer Hall before the concert.

For ticket information scan QR code or visit pianospheres.org

🎉 Thank You for Your Support!🙌 As we near the conclusion of an extraordinary year, we want to take a moment to sincerely...
12/31/2024

🎉 Thank You for Your Support!🙌

As we near the conclusion of an extraordinary year, we want to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous support of the USC Latino Alumni Association (USC LAA). Your contributions have been instrumental in our achievements and have significantly helped us foster meaningful and enduring change within our community.

On behalf of the USC Latino Alumni Association, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous new year. Thank you for your unwavering support, and for making a lasting difference in the lives of our students and alumni.

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USC Latino Alumni Association

The USC Latino Alumni Association (LAA) is one of the nation’s leading Latino alumni organizations, devoted to the academic advancement and development of Latino students attending USC. The association is made up of USC students, alumni and friends working together to provide support, leadership training, service opportunities and networking.

The association is a legacy of the USC Mexican American Alumni Association, which was founded in 1973. Our name was changed in 2011 to better reflect the broad reach of the association and commitment to all Latino students at the university.

Mission

The USC Latino Alumni Association’s Mission is two-fold: