{"id":11269,"date":"2023-04-25T20:20:29","date_gmt":"2023-04-25T20:20:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/?page_id=11269"},"modified":"2025-03-27T12:33:22","modified_gmt":"2025-03-27T19:33:22","slug":"values","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/we-are-usc\/the-university\/values\/","title":{"rendered":"Values"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--simplified-landing-hero \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--simplified-landing-hero\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n  <div class=\"image-title-container\">\n    <div class=\"image-container\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n      \n          \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15045181905_7e8515cdcf_o-768x432.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15045181905_7e8515cdcf_o-1920x1080.jpg 1920w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15045181905_7e8515cdcf_o-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15045181905_7e8515cdcf_o-768x432.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1200px) 75vw, (min-width:768px) 83vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"USC students raise the Victory sign during a spirit rally\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"text-container\">\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--page-title\">\n\n    \n  <h1>Values<\/h1>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>USC embarked on an audacious journey to uncover the values that unite the campus community. Following a universitywide engagement effort, when 24,000+ students, faculty and staff provided unfettered feedback, six unifying values emerged as hallmarks of the Trojan Family. By exploring our shared values together at the start of a new decade, Trojans are forging an ideal path forward for the future of USC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n           <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n        \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--info-controls \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--info-controls\"\n    \n      >\n\n      <div class=\"buttons single-button\">\n          <div class=\"info-controls\">\n        <button aria-label=\"Open More Info\" class=\"info-button info-open-button\">\n          <svg version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" x=\"0px\"\n            y=\"0px\" viewBox=\"0 0 35 35\" style=\"enable-background:new 0 0 35 35;\" xml:space=\"preserve\">\n            <title>Show more Information<\/title>\n            <path fill=\"#FFF\" d=\"M15.2,25.3c2,0,3.9-2.3,4.1-2.5c0.1-0.1,0-0.2,0-0.3l-0.2-0.1c-0.1-0.1-0.2-0.1-0.3,0\n            c-0.1,0.2-1.4,1.6-1.9,1.7c-0.2,0-0.3-0.2-0.3-0.4c0-0.2,0.1-0.7,0.4-1.6l1.4-3.6c0.4-1.2,0.8-2.2,0.8-2.7c0-0.4-0.3-0.6-0.6-0.6\n            c-1.5-0.1-4,2.8-4.1,3c-0.1,0.1,0,0.1,0.1,0.2l0.2,0.2c0.1,0.1,0.2,0.1,0.3,0c0.4-0.4,1.5-1.7,1.9-1.7c0.2,0,0.3,0.1,0.3,0.3\n            c0,0.3-0.2,0.8-0.4,1.4l-0.6,1.8c-1,2.7-1.4,3.8-1.4,4.3C14.8,25.1,15,25.3,15.2,25.3z M19.1,11.9c1,0,1.3-0.8,1.3-1.2\n            c0-0.6-0.4-1.2-1.3-1.2c-0.7,0-1.2,0.6-1.2,1.2C17.9,11,18.1,11.9,19.1,11.9z\"\/>\n          <\/svg>\n        <\/button>\n      <\/div>\n    \n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"more-info-wrapper\">\n          \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>USC students raise the Victory sign during a spirit rally that&#8217;s held at the start of each semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n  <\/div><\/div>\n  \n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--rich-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--rich-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      \n<div class=\"f--field f--wysiwyg\">\n\n    \n  <blockquote><p>Act with integrity in the pursuit of excellence. Embrace our vibrant community, and promote well-being. Engage in open communication, and be accountable for living our values.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n  \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--full-width-image-and-text \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--full-width-image-and-text\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      <div class=\"image-container\">\n          \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15042123051_12dcb32e63_o-768x432.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15042123051_12dcb32e63_o-1920x1080.jpg 1920w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15042123051_12dcb32e63_o-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/15042123051_12dcb32e63_o-768x432.jpg 768w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1200px) 75vw, (min-width:768px) 83vw, 100vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"Silhouetted Trojans walk through the Coliseum tunnel, with the view of the SC logo painted on a red wall.\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n  \n\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  \n  <div class=\"text-container\">\n\n              \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>USC Culture Journey<\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n    \n    <div class=\"col\">\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>In the fall of 2019, USC Trojans came together to express their perspectives on our institutional values and how we can best embody them in action. The USC Culture Journey continues to be a collaborative effort from faculty, staff and students \u2014 united around improving the university experience for everyone involved. These developments demonstrate a significant step toward establishing an effective campus environment rooted in shared understanding and mutual respect among all Trojans. Learn more about the journey through its defining milestones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n              <div class=\"links-container\">\n                          \n<div class=\"f--field f--link\">\n\n    \n    \n  \n<a class=\"link \"  href=https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/  aria-label=\"Read more about Learn more about USC's Culture Journey\">Learn more about USC&#8217;s Culture Journey<\/a>\n\n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n\n  <\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n                        \n  \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n<div\n  class=\"cc--component-container cc--stacking-cards \"\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  >\n  <div class=\"c--component c--stacking-cards\"\n    \n      >\n\n    \n      <div class=\"header-container\">\n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--section-title\">\n\n    \n  <h2>Our Unifying Values<\/h2>\n\n\n<\/div>\n      \n                  \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p>USC&#8217;s six unifying values are the cornerstone of our university community, uniting us through collective trust, ethical practices and a focus on cultivating minds. By embracing these principles together as faculty, staff and students alike, we create an inclusive culture that furthers both personal growth potential and societal progress.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/\"><strong>Explore USC&#8217;s Unifying Values.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n          <\/div>\n  \n      <div class=\"cards-container\">\n\n              <div class=\"card\">\n          <div class=\"title-description\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#integrity\"  >Integrity<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n            \n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p><em>&#8220;We do the right thing&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"block-e0218640-0842-4099-be05-2d6f8865a518\"><strong>Definition:<\/strong>\u00a0Our words, decisions and actions align with and are guided by our values, honesty and ethical principles.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-915dcf80-00d8-40ac-ab26-21e37dff8b08\"><strong>Connection to Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0Our mission provides direction for every member of the USC community as we shape a bold future focused on academic excellence, research, caring for our patients, and exploration of artistic and athletic excellence. The purpose of USC, articulated by our mission, empowers every member of this community to match our values to our actions. For USC to be a leading voice in what universities can and should be, we must be known not just for what we do, but how we do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n\n                                              \n                \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#integrity\"   aria-label=\"Integrity\" >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/9044897610_fe47f47c5c_o-scaled.jpg\"\n                    data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 23vw, (min-width:768px) 39vw, 83vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"Students wearing scientific lab gear take notes during a class at USC.\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n              <div class=\"card\">\n          <div class=\"title-description\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#excellence\"  >Excellence<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n            \n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p><em>&#8220;We bring our best selves&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"block-e0218640-0842-4099-be05-2d6f8865a518\"><strong>Definition:<\/strong>\u00a0We strive to better ourselves as a learning community through professional development, teaching, ongoing open dialogue, innovation, and research \u2013 promoting student success, outstanding medical care, and discovery.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-915dcf80-00d8-40ac-ab26-21e37dff8b08\"><strong>Connection to Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0We constantly strive for excellence in serving our students, our patients and our communities. By confronting the status quo and learning from our successes and our challenges, we are active leaders in what is taught, thought and practiced locally and globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n\n                                              \n                \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#excellence\"   aria-label=\"Excellence\" >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/31423658793_6e4b2c57f8_o-320x180.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/31423658793_6e4b2c57f8_o-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/31423658793_6e4b2c57f8_o-768x432.jpg 768w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/31423658793_6e4b2c57f8_o-320x180.jpg 320w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 23vw, (min-width:768px) 39vw, 83vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"A USC faculty member carries the symbolic staff during New Student Convocation on campus.\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n              <div class=\"card\">\n          <div class=\"title-description\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#community\"  >Community<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n            \n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p><em>&#8220;We all belong&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"block-e0218640-0842-4099-be05-2d6f8865a518\"><strong>Definition:<\/strong>\u00a0We are a vibrant academic learning community. We thrive because we seek excellence; know that differences are strengths and that mutual respect and equal opportunity are central to successful learning, research, and innovation; and because discrimination is not tolerated.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-915dcf80-00d8-40ac-ab26-21e37dff8b08\"><strong>Connection to Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0Our mission\u00a0\u2013 to serve in the public good, to develop human beings who become successful in their lives, and to lead with research and discoveries that advance society\u00a0\u2013 requires that we solicit, embrace, and share multiple viewpoints; and thoughtfully examine viewpoints without prejudice. We are national leaders in higher education, research and medical care, with global reach and impact. Our legacy of visionaries, innovators, creators, and leaders in all fields has and will continue to grow by seeking the most talented people, giving them the opportunity to succeed, and embracing mutual respect, collaboration, and excellence in all endeavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n\n                                              \n                \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#community\"   aria-label=\"Community\" >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_Black_History_Month_Mural_20200207_01-320x180.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_Black_History_Month_Mural_20200207_01-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_Black_History_Month_Mural_20200207_01-768x432.jpg 768w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_Black_History_Month_Mural_20200207_01-320x180.jpg 320w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 23vw, (min-width:768px) 39vw, 83vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"USC students silhouetted view a Black History Month mural.\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n              <div class=\"card\">\n          <div class=\"title-description\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#well-being\"  >Well-being<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n            \n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p><em>&#8220;We honor the whole person&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"block-e0218640-0842-4099-be05-2d6f8865a518\"><strong>Definition:<\/strong>\u00a0We create a caring culture that fosters our ability to thrive in mind, body, and spirit in the successful pursuit of USC\u2019s mission.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-915dcf80-00d8-40ac-ab26-21e37dff8b08\"><strong>Connection to Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0The central mission of USC is the development of human beings and society through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. The wellbeing of our faculty, staff, students and our communities is essential to achieving our mission. To that end, we are committed to taking the necessary steps to care for each other and create an environment where everyone can thrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n\n                                              \n                \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#well-being\"   aria-label=\"Well-being\" >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/37992051104_e71d1135e9_o-320x180.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/37992051104_e71d1135e9_o-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/37992051104_e71d1135e9_o-768x432.jpg 768w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/37992051104_e71d1135e9_o-320x180.jpg 320w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 23vw, (min-width:768px) 39vw, 83vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"USC students from Parkside Arts &#038; Humanities Residential College stand in a group to participate in the Residential College Spirit Rally.\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n              <div class=\"card\">\n          <div class=\"title-description\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#open-communication\"  >Open Communication<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n            \n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p><em>&#8220;We engage in open and respectful dialogue&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"block-e0218640-0842-4099-be05-2d6f8865a518\"><strong>Definition:<\/strong>\u00a0We actively listen, communicate and provide opportunities for respectful dialogue and interaction across all viewpoints.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-915dcf80-00d8-40ac-ab26-21e37dff8b08\"><strong>Connection to Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0Sharing openly and honestly is essential to achieving the mission at USC. Open communication enables trust and engagement with our diverse community, including our faculty, staff, students, patients, and those who partner with us to help us fulfill our mission. When trust is present, every member of our community is able to learn, lead, innovate and create.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n\n                                              \n                \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#open-communication\"   aria-label=\"Open Communication\" >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/27314686038_e317c2bd5c_3k-320x180.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/27314686038_e317c2bd5c_3k-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/27314686038_e317c2bd5c_3k-768x432.jpg 768w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/27314686038_e317c2bd5c_3k-320x180.jpg 320w\"          data-sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 23vw, (min-width:768px) 39vw, 83vw\"          class=\"lazyload\"\n        \n        alt=\"USC faculty members gather for conversation.\"\n        \n                                      \/>\n\n    \n    \n  \n      <\/a>\n  \n\n<\/div>\n                  <\/div>\n              <div class=\"card\">\n          <div class=\"title-description\">\n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--cta-title\">\n\n    \n  <h3>\n          <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#accountability\"  >Accountability<\/a>\n      <\/h3>\n\n\n<\/div>\n            \n                              \n<div class=\"f--field f--description\">\n\n    \n  <p><em>&#8220;We take responsibility&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p id=\"block-e0218640-0842-4099-be05-2d6f8865a518\"><strong>Definition:<\/strong>\u00a0At all levels of the university, we set clear expectations and take responsibility for our actions, decisions, outcomes and consequences.<\/p>\n<p id=\"block-915dcf80-00d8-40ac-ab26-21e37dff8b08\"><strong>Connection to Mission:<\/strong>\u00a0We live the value of accountability every day by adhering to the principles designated in our mission. The environment we create and the actions we take promote safety and trust. Our commitment to our core academic principles, to our code of ethics, and to each other enables us to enrich the human mind and spirit and lead by example both locally and globally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n                      <\/div>\n\n                                              \n                \n<div class=\"f--field f--image\">\n\n    \n        <a href=\"https:\/\/culturejourney.usc.edu\/explore\/unifying-values\/#accountability\"   aria-label=\"Accountability\" >\n  \n    \n    \n    \n    \n              \n      <img\n                            data-src=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_St_Agnes_Food_Distribution_20200912_09-320x180.jpg\"\n          data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_St_Agnes_Food_Distribution_20200912_09-1280x720.jpg 1280w,https:\/\/www.usc.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/USC_UCOM_St_Agnes_Food_Distribution_20200912_09-768x432.jpg 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