Program Overview
USC Distinguished Leaders build community, achieve impact and enhance their own longevity — the pillars of sustainable progress — to enter new heights as social change agents.
Program Dates: August 2024 – May 2025
In-Person Intensives
Section 1:
Storytelling
University Park Campus, Downtown LA
September 9 – 12, 2024
Section 2:
Sustainability and Innovation
Catalina Island and Silicon Beach, CA
November 11 – 15, 2024
Section 3:
Policy and Social Good
Washington, D.C.
March 10 – 14, 2025
Section 4:
Personal and Professional Longevity
University Park Campus, Downtown LA
May 19 – 22, 2025
Our Unique Approach
Our blend of online and in-person learning integrates four vital areas of study into a personalized curriculum, enabling you to focus on your passions and goals.
Personal Exploration and Storytelling
Embark on a journey of self-discovery by exploring areas of interest and setting goals for your future that enhance your ability to tell your story and create your next chapter.
Sustainability and Innovation
From government organizations to the private sector, every leader should cultivate a sustainability mindset — and you can become part of finding novel solutions to address the challenges ahead.
Policy and Social Good
Access opportunities to network with public policy and government leaders and decision-makers, advancing your social impact projects to create a more just world.
Personal and Professional Longevity
Leverage USC’s leadership in health care research, medical innovation and holistic well-being to find ways of enhancing your professional longevity and finalizing your personal goals.
Unparalleled Advantages
As an incubator of leaders in media, environmentalism, policy, medicine, technology, art and more, USC can help you find your next level of well-being and social impact.
Community Building and Personal Connections
Make new connections and expand your network of colleagues by joining a community of fellow changemakers — in addition to being part of USC’s global Trojan Family.
Key Leadership Advisors and Faculty
Benefit from the mentorship of USC’s world-renowned advisors, faculty and guest speakers who are also leaders in a range of fields, all sharing theory and practical expertise.
Campus Experience
Experience in-person learning in Los Angeles, on Catalina Island and in Washington, D.C., where leaders will collaborate to grow as a community and nurture their projects.
Online Experience
To maximize global impact, the program is conducted in a hybrid format, allowing leaders to access coursework remotely from around the world.
Four Sections. Four Locations.
Providing unlimited possibilities for knowledge, action, fulfillment, well-being and networking — adding up to a profound and personalized experience that may change your life and the world around you.
Ready to Apply?
Take the first step toward a new phase of your life’s journey.
Got Questions?
Contact us with any questions about the program or how to apply.