Photography Blog

Smile on


John McGrath, a senior majoring in creative writing, played at the Battle of the Bands Friday at Tommy’s Place, as part of the grand opening of the new Ronald Tutor Campus Center. He has been part of the band The Smiles since freshman year.

Gun show


Shiny Toy Guns’ vocalist and guitarist Chad Petree performed Saturday night in the Grand Ballroom of the Ronald Tutor Campus Center. The weeklong grand opening continues this week and concludes with a football celebration Thursday.

Trojan family


A tour guide tells the story of Tommy Trojan to prospective students during a campus tour. In the upcoming weeks, more prospective students will tour the campus as part of Explore USC. Daily Trojan | Hide Kurokawa

FBI flash


Trevor Tessalone, a senior majoring in business administration, holds up a sign during a flash mob to promote job opportunities with the FBI. Flash mobs occurred all around campus, including Tommy Trojan and The Lot. Daily Trojan | Carlo Acenas

Battle studies


John Mayer performs “Daughters” at the Staples Center on Thursday night. His set ranged from songs on his newest album, Battle Studies, to older songs from Room for Squares. Candice Harbour | Daily Trojan

New age


C. L. Max Nikias, the current executive vice president and provost, was selected by the Board of Trustees as the university’s next president. The decision was announced March 10. Daily Trojan | Gary Fung

Defeat


Members of the USC basketball team hang their heads low during their defeat against Oregon. The Trojans lost their last five games of the season, and finished with a 16-14 record. Daily Trojan | Geo Tu