Unstoppable

The month of March and April in photos

University of Southern California | Photography by Gus Ruelas
March-April 2025

A panel of four women speak at the USC Women's Conference 2025 on March 7, in the Bovard Auditorium with a large audience, a screen displaying the event details, and floral decor.

From the dynamic women leading the USC Women’s Conference to those in the spotlight during March Madness, Arab American Heritage Month and Armenian History Month, the Women of Troy were front and center—an unstoppable and ever-present force in campus life.

Four women on a stage at the USC Women's Conference 2025, seated on white chairs and a sofa, with a floral centerpiece and a red backdrop, engaging in a panel discussion.An all-star panel featuring USC President Carol Folt reflected on the theme, ‘Celebrating Visionary Leadership’.

“Something we all learn is that it is OK to feel proud about what you’ve done,”

— USC President Carol Folt

A large group of women sit at tables under white canopy shades on a grassy area, engaging in conversation at the 2025 USC Women's Conference, with trees and buildings around.

Four women with conference badges pose outdoors at the 2025 USC Women's Conference, smiling in front of greenery and a brick building, holding tote bags.
Two women speak at the USC Women's Conference 2025 on a stage with a green backdrop, addressing an audience seated on a grassy area under trees, with screens on either side.
A woman in athletic wear energizes a large audience at the 2025 USC Women's Conference, raising her arms on stage as the crowd claps in the Bovard Auditorium.“Women of Troy…I’m here to pump you up!”
A woman in a light blazer and black outfit stands outdoors at the 2025 USC Women's Conference, with greenery and a brick building in the background.
A board with colorful sticky notes displaying motivational words like 'GRIT,' 'CONFIDENCE,' 'FAMILY and FAITH,' 'STRONG,' 'GRATITUDE,' and 'KEEP GOING!' in various handwriting.

A woman in a blue blazer adds a sticky note to a board with many colorful notes, in front of a 'I AM UNSTOPPABLE' banner at the 2025 USC Women's Conference.What makes Trojan Women unstoppable? So much—and then some!

March Madness

The USC Women’s Basketball team captivated fans all season with their grace, athleticism, and undeniable cool—ultimately making a thrilling run to the NCAA Elite Eight.

USC women's basketball team in yellow uniforms celebrates on the court between quarters, with a crowd cheering in the arena and the scoreboard showing the break.
The USC women's basketball team in white jerseys gathers for a timeout during a game, with a coach instructing and a large crowd in the arena.
A USC women's basketball player in a yellow uniform shoots over an opponent in black during a game, with a crowd watching in an indoor arena.

The USC women's basketball team in white jerseys huddles on the court during a game, with a large crowd in the arena and a scoreboard in the background.

Arab American History Month

‘Roots Grow, Branches Reach’ served as a powerful theme celebrating the resilience and solidarity of Middle Eastern and North African communities across generations.

A man in red traditional attire plays a drum while a woman in a black and gold outfit dances with a staff, a crowd watches in an outdoor setting.An interactive performance of dabke—a traditional Middle Eastern circle and line dance—featured vibrant drummers and colorful costumes.
Two women at an outdoor table at the USC Campus. One applies henna to the other's hand.
A group of people, some in traditional attire, dance and clap hands in a crowd, one holding a golden staff, others in casual clothing, at an outdoor event.

Armenian History Month

Armenian excellence, culture, history, and the lasting contributions made to the USC community and beyond were honored.

Four women in red traditional dresses with gold embroidery perform a dance against a backdrop of colorful, patterned rugs, their arms gracefully extended.Dancers entertained the audience with powerful performances of the traditional Berd and Yarkhushta dances.
A woman in a red traditional dress with gold embroidery and a matching hat, adorned with jewelry, performs a dance in a crowd, others in similar attire visible.
Three women in red traditional dresses with gold embroidery dance outdoors, with patterned rugs, a palm tree, and a brick building in the background, crowd watching.

Students and performers dance in a circle at USC's Armenian History Month event, with traditional outfits and woven tapestries in the background.Swept up in the rhythm and energy, onlookers clasped hands and joined in!