USC Trojan Affiliates Honor Student Scholars at Annual Luncheon

Philanthropic women's group celebrates scholarship, service, and student success at San Gabriel Valley event.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The University of Southern California's Trojan Affiliates, a philanthropic women's group, hosted its Annual Benefit Luncheon on February 12, 2026, bringing together members and supporters to celebrate scholarship, service, and student success. The event featured a festive luncheon, an opportunity drawing, and the chance to meet five Trojan Affiliates scholarship recipients who shared their inspiring personal stories and academic journeys.

Why it matters

For over 60 years, Trojan Affiliates has provided scholarships to deserving USC students in the San Gabriel Valley, demonstrating the group's longstanding commitment to empowering students through education and fostering a strong connection between USC and the local community.

The details

The luncheon's guest speaker was the 13th President of the University of Southern California, Beong-Soo Kim, who spoke about his focus on academic excellence, enhancing the value of a USC education, and strengthening the university's ties to the community. President Kim noted that nearly two-thirds of USC undergraduate students receive financial assistance, and he emphasized his strong support for USC alumni organizations.

  • The Annual Benefit Luncheon was held on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

The players

Trojan Affiliates

A philanthropic women's group of the University of Southern California that has provided scholarships to deserving USC students in the San Gabriel Valley for over 60 years.

Beong-Soo Kim

The 13th President of the University of Southern California, who spoke at the Trojan Affiliates Annual Benefit Luncheon.

Amy Ross

A member of the USC Board of Trustees who attended the Trojan Affiliates Annual Benefit Luncheon.

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What they’re saying

“Nearly two-thirds of USC undergraduate students receive financial assistance through merit scholarships, need-based grants, Federal Work-Study, and student loans.”

— Beong-Soo Kim, President, University of Southern California (Pasadena Now)

The takeaway

The Trojan Affiliates Annual Benefit Luncheon demonstrates the group's longstanding commitment to empowering students through education and fostering a strong connection between USC and the San Gabriel Valley community, making a lasting impact on the lives of USC students.