Viterbi Admissions & Student Engagement

John Brooks Slaughter Center

The John Brooks Slaughter Center provides co-curricular programs and development opportunities for all Viterbi students. Rooted in the values and legacy of Dr. John Brooks Slaughter, the Center helps shape the culture and community of the Viterbi student body.

These programs are open to all eligible individuals. The Viterbi School of Engineering operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.

Explore the John Brooks Slaughter Center programs below under the following areas: First Year & New Student Transition, Research & Global Programs, and Community & Leadership Development.

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First Year & New Student Transition

The John Brooks Slaughter Center includes programs such as MS orientation, the Graduate Mentorship Program, and the Viterbi Summer Institute to help incoming Viterbi students transition into student life at USC.

Graduate Mentorship Program

Our program is meticulously crafted to facilitate your smooth transition into life at USC by pairing you with experienced Viterbi graduate students.

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New Student Information

Check out this page to help you prepare for the start of your first semester at USC, including orientation information.

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Viterbi Summer Institute

The Viterbi Scholars Institute (VSI) is a high-achievement program designed to enhance the transition to USC for incoming first-year engineering students.

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Research & Global Programs

The John Brooks Slaughter Center includes research and global programs to further develop the engineering undergraduate student in academics and research.

Community & Research Development

The John Brooks Slaughter Center includes various programs that foster community and leadership development for all Viterbi students.

Viterbi-Affiliated Student Organizations

As a Viterbi student, your experience is heightened with active participation in student organizations!

Viterbi Undergradute Student Association

As a Viterbi student, your experience is heightened with active participation in student organizations!

Viterbi Graduate Student Association

VGSA promotes interaction among the graduate students in the Viterbi School of Engineering by hosting various academic, wellness, career, and social activities.

Women in Engineering

Women in Engineering (WIE) is a student program that offers professional, academic, and social services to students of the Viterbi School of Engineering.

Viterbi Impact Program

The Viterbi Impact Program connects Viterbi students to volunteer opportunities through the K-12 STEM Center and local community organizations.

EngageSC

Stay up to date with Viterbi news and events by activating your EngageSC account and downloading the app.

Student Recognition Awards (Undergraduate)

Every year, Viterbi recognizes outstanding students for their contributions to the local community, research, and academic merit.

Student Recognition Awards (Graduate)

As a Viterbi student, your experience is heightened with active participation in student organizations!

Commencement

Each year, following USC’s main Commencement ceremony, the Viterbi School of Engineering hosts our own academic commencement ceremonies. Viterbi Commencement is the culmination of the Viterbi student experience. Fight On!

Published on September 8th, 2025

Last updated on September 11th, 2025