A small group of experienced and culturally sensitive international and domestic students design and implement social and cultural interactive programs for fellow students under the Peer Advocate Program to assist them in their adjustment process. Active programs have been developed to enrich campus and community services for international students and to encourage interaction with domestic students. The International Diners' Club makes excursions to a number of ethnic restaurants in Los Angeles. Each group is led by a USC international student from that particular area of the world who explains the menu and talks about the cultural history and tradition of the cuisine. The English Language Program offers free English classes to family members of USC scholars.
Participants learn English, make friends and take field trips.
The International Speakers' Program provides international student speakers for the campus community, civic organizations, schools and churches upon request. Programs are also provided for foreign university and government representatives. The American Host Family Program offers you the opportunity to meet American families who want to share social, cultural and recreational activities. L.A. Today is an ongoing series of activities and field trips designed to introduce you to various aspects of life in contemporary Los Angeles. A panel of students, faculty and staff discusses the history and social implications of topical events.