Celebrating the Class of 2025
Jane Fonda urges grads to take action and build community
Academy Award-winning actor, producer, author and activist Jane Fonda delivered the commencement address to our Class of 2025. Her reminder to students: “The people who shape society’s stories are the most powerful people in the society. That’s you, dear graduates. And I wish you courage and love as you go flex your muscles.”
Meet our Class of 2025
Pizza, Pixar and purpose
For Andrea Fernandez Cruz, the Bay Area career immersion program provides valuable industry insights, meaningful Trojan connections, and unforgettable moments at the intersection of innovation and self-discovery.
Driving innovation and change
From decoding representation in Hollywood to tackling climate communication and amplifying Black media history, USC Annenberg’s Class of 2025 is using research to fuel real-world impact.
PRISM program fuels career growth for tech executive
A chance LinkedIn message leads Andre Lapeyrolerie to USC, where he blends his passion for technology, service and storytelling into a powerful next chapter.
Journalist finds power in unconventional stories
Guided by curiosity and creativity, Divya Subbiah brings voice to the overlooked by exploring authenticity, connection and the spaces in between.
Leading with curiosity and conviction
Anthony Moon and Ruby Chang’s paths couldn’t be more different. While one is shaped by military service and the other by a deep dive into digital culture — both represent what it means to lead with conviction and curiosity.
From the media center to the real world
Four standout members of USC Annenberg’s Class of 2025 reflect on their transformative experiences in USC Annenberg’s Media Center, leading student-produced coverage of everything from a presidential election to live concerts.
USC Annenberg graduates receive top university and school honors
Outstanding members of USC Annenberg’s Class of 2025 were honored this spring during USC’s annual Student Recognition Awards ceremony and Academic Honors Convocation, showcasing their stellar academics and meaningful contributions.
Beyond the dissertation
What does it really mean to earn a PhD in 2025? Three doctoral candidates reflect on the personal and intellectual journeys behind their dissertations — and reveal the intellectual courage, emotional resilience and community support that define the PhD experience at USC Annenberg.

USC Annenberg Instagram GIF pack
Show your USC Annenberg pride and commemorate your accomplishments with these new USC and USC Annenberg animated GIFs. You can find them on Giphy or on Instagram by searching for USC or USC Annenberg. Make sure to use the hashtags #ASCJ and #USCGrad in your posts!