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  1. Rossier News

    ‘Being a kind human costs nothing’

    Celebrated philanthropist Melanie Lundquist shares the personal experiences and philosophy that guide her work as she prepares to address the Class of 2026 at USC Rossier’s Master’s Commencement Ceremony.

  2. Student Story

    From school volunteer to PTA leader to USC Rossier MAT graduate

    Starla Edwards is the 2026 USC Rossier master’s ceremony student speaker.

  3. Rossier News

    Education scholars and academic leaders have the ability to influence and respond to challenges of the moment

    NYU student activism historian Robert Cohen to address USC Rossier’s doctoral graduates on May 13.

  4. Rossier News

    Historian Robert Cohen and philanthropist Melanie Lundquist named USC Rossier 2026 commencement speakers

    A scholar of social change and a visionary philanthropist will address this year’s graduating class.

  5. Rossier News

    Behind the commencement curtain

    Kenae Danley turns months of chaos into one perfect day for USC Rossier graduates with precision, humor and a little logistical wizardry.

  6. Rossier News

    From research to real-world impact, USC Rossier commencement honors the Class of 2025

    Doctoral and master’s graduates crossed the stage with a shared mission to reimagine education, lead with purpose, and make a positive impact in their communities.

  7. Student Story

    ‘I want students to leave my class as better humans’

    Leonor Luis, the 2025 USC Rossier master’s commencement ceremony student speaker, emphasizes teaching with purpose and leading with heart.

  8. Rossier News

    Championing love, joy and social justice in education

    Visionary advocate Bettina Love is the keynote speaker at USC Rossier’s 2025 Doctoral Commencement Ceremony.

  9. Rossier News

    ‘I recognized early on that education was the key to my dreams’

    Award-winning author Reyna Grande, who will deliver the keynote address at this year’s Master’s Commencement Ceremony, reflects on her educational journey and the power of literature.

  10. Rossier News

    Acclaimed author Reyna Grande and educational equity champion Bettina L. Love to speak at USC Rossier’s 2025 commencement ceremonies

    The two keynote speakers will share their inspiring messages of resilience, advocacy and empowerment with the Class of 2025.