USC Gould School of Law Alumni (official)

07/17/2025

New scholarship opportunity for candidates with the USC Gould School of Law Graduate & International Programs.

*New Scholarship Available*

We are proud to support professionals who have recently left U.S. government service. To help you take the next step in your career, we’re offering a half-tuition scholarship for individuals who have left government service in 2025 and enroll in select master’s degrees or certificate programs in 2026.

Explore graduate programs here: https://gould.usc.edu/academics/graduate-programs/

07/10/2025

Emily Gibson is a 2020 graduate from the USC Gould School of Law’s on-campus Master of Studies in Law program. In this Q&A, Gibson discusses her educational experience and memorable moments, and also shares insights for prospective students.

https://gould.usc.edu/news/alumni-spotlight-qa-with-emily-gibson-msl-2020/

07/09/2025

Calling all recent graduates from classes 2015-2025! Gather with alumni at the stylish Gracias Madre with their innovative menu of Mexican vegan cuisine. Connect, relax, and reminisce. We look forward to welcoming you. RSVP by August 1st.

Register here: https://gould.law/recentalumni2025

07/07/2025

Only 2 more days to register!

On Thursday, July 17, the USC Gould Alumni Association invites you to a relaxing after-work reception at Domaine Serene Wine Lounge in Downtown Portland. Enjoy a glass of delicious wine, sample savory hors d'oeuvres, and reconnect with your local law school community.

We cannot wait to welcome you.

Space is limited. Register by July 9.

Register here:
https://lnkd.in/gYdpTgpC

07/07/2025

Meet Beong-Soo Kim, USC’s interim president

Kim, who has served as USC senior vice president and general counsel for five years, talks about the challenges and opportunities ahead, his plans as interim president ­— and what practicing law and playing the cello have taught him about leadership.

07/01/2025

On Thursday, July 17, the USC Gould Alumni Association invites you to a relaxing after-work reception at Domaine Serene Wine Lounge in Downtown Portland. Enjoy a glass of delicious wine, sample savory hors d'oeuvres, and reconnect with your local law school community.

We cannot wait to welcome you.

Space is limited. Register by July 9.

Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/usc-gould-alumni-association-portland-alumni-reception-tickets-1447606071729?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/30/2025

Amber Madole receives Outstanding Article Award from Academic Law Libraries

USC Gould School of Law librarian Amber Kennedy Madole has been awarded the 2025 Academic Law Libraries Special Interest Section (ALL-SIS) Outstanding Article Award. The national honor recognizes contributions to the enhancement of academic law librarianship through publishing.

https://gould.usc.edu/news/amber-madole-receives-outstanding-article-award-from-academic-law-libraries/

06/23/2025

Doug Emhoff joins USC Gould faculty as Distinguished Visiting Professor

The former U.S. Second Gentleman returns to his alma mater, bringing three decades of legal experience and leadership.

The USC Gould School of Law has announced that Douglas Emhoff (JD 1990), accomplished attorney and former Second Gentleman of the United States, will join the faculty as Distinguished Visiting Professor of Law. Emhoff, a USC Gould alumnus who also serves as a partner in the global law firm of Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP, will start July 1.

https://gould.usc.edu/news/doug-emhoff-joins-usc-gould-faculty-as-distinguished-visiting-professor/

06/20/2025

Techstars ‘Demo Day’: USC-affiliated startups make pitches for investment

Trojans demonstrate products as varied as a new language app and a novel beverage device at event sponsored by the USC Office of Research and Innovation and the USC Stevens Center for Innovation.

https://today.usc.edu/techstars-demo-day-usc-affiliated-startups-make-pitches-for-investment/

06/16/2025

Calling all Portland, Oregon alumni! Save the date for our summer alumni mixer on Thursday, July 17. Details will be available soon! We look forward to seeing you.

06/13/2025

Please join President Carol Folt, along with faculty, staff, students, and members of the USC community, as we commemorate Juneteenth. The event will focus on the theme Educate, Innovate, Elevate: Reinvesting in Our Communities, with an exciting program, impactful speakers, free food, and music.

https://calendar.usc.edu/event/juneteenth-celebration