The strength and influence of USC’s Trojan Network is legendary.
USC Marshall and USC Leventhal’s ALUMNI ASSOCIATION (MLAA) has reached a historic number: 100,000+ members. Marshall and Leventhal alumni live across the globe, spanning multiple continents and 110 countries.
“Reaching the 100,000 alumni milestone is a testament to the incredible breadth and depth of the Marshall and Leventhal network,” remarked Marshall Dean GEOFFREY GARRETT. “Our alumni are our greatest asset, and we appreciate their many contributions that exemplify the ‘One Marshall’ spirit, bringing us together in our shared pursuit of academic excellence and global distinction. This accomplishment underscores and energizes our ongoing dedication to building, nurturing, and empowering a global community of leaders, innovators, and change markers.”
The college experience jumpstarts your future. Marshall’s Trojan Network helps transform it. Marshall students are more than just classmates. They develop close friendships that last a lifetime within a support system that benefits each Trojan personally and professionally within their own cohort and especially to those who come after.
“My professional journey has been deeply shaped by the Trojan Network, starting with landing my first internship at NBC Universal while I was a student at USC, to securing my first job with GE Healthcare upon graduation through USC On Campus,” reflected Ruth Benton BS ’08, Dean’s Advisory Council Chair and the CEO & Co-Founder of Partopia Medical LLC.
From being recruited during the 2008 economic meltdown to leveraging business connections as an entrepreneur, Benton knows firsthand the reach of the Trojan Network. As a CAP mentor, she regularly utilizes her relationships to aid the success of current Marshall students.
“USC has always helped me make the most of our Trojan Network, and I love the opportunity to pay it forward with opening up and connecting my personal and professional network with other alumni and students,” Benton continued.
The Marshall Alumni Association nurtures the Trojan Network through a suite of opportunities that not only builds community but supports their career trajectory long after graduation.
“Having Marshall as a part of your life doesn’t end once you turn that tassel; it’s actually just the beginning,” said CHERIE MICHAUD MOLINA, senior director of alumni relations. “We strive to support Marshall and Leventhal alums to continue their learning personally and professionally, especially the community enrichment side. Our USC affinity and pride really shine through when they volunteer and give back to the Marshall community, not only here in Los Angeles, but around the world.”
Creating more opportunities for alumni to engage with the Marshall community is the central goal of the school’s alumni relations team. Communication is also key as many Marshall alumni may not be aware of the programs and benefits available post-graduation.