Mission The residents of Cowlings Residential College for Arts & Cultures will awaken their inner cultural explorer. USC and the city of Los Angeles are home to many musicians, filmmakers, fashion designers, painters, and various artists from around the world. Through programs offered within the community and coordinated events within the Los Angeles area, the residents of Cowlings Residential College for Arts & Culture will be surrounded by a wealth of experiences that will enrich their learning experience. Want to weave through the “Urban Light” exhibit at LACMA and discover its origins? Watch local slam poets perform pieces rooted in human experience in the halls? Sample a wealth of flavors at seasonal food festivals? Through the guidance of faculty, staff, and peers, the residents of Cowlings Residential College will find their niche within USC and the City of Angels.
Ilium Residential College is home to our Sophomore Honors students. Ilium is a vibrant, tight-knit community of scholars who share a commitment to rigorous intellectual and academic achievement. Ilium is designed to build upon the experience the Honors student had during their freshmen year in McCarthy Honors Residential College.