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Annual USC Gould Admissions - Gateway to Gould Workshop

USC Gould School of Law

USC Gould has a long-standing tradition of inclusivity that dates to the earliest days of the law school. One only needs to take a stroll through the hallways of our building and view portraits from the earliest graduating classes to see the student body of all backgrounds, which is a hallmark of Gould. We understand that meaningful classroom dialogue is nurtured when all voices have the opportunity to be heard. For more than a decade, USC Gould has proudly hosted workshops cultivating a sense of community and belonging.

Through comprehensive and constructive programming, our hope is to leave workshop participants with tangible advice that will position you to be a strong law school applicant. The workshop will feature a number of insightful panels and discussions. Representatives from USC Gould's student organizations will lead a firsthand conversation on what it's like to be a law student and how their respective groups provide support to incoming students. In addition, we will host accomplished alumni who will discuss "From a Lawyer's Desk" — how they paved their road to success.

USC Gould Admissions Office – Gateway to Gould Workshop
Date: Friday, November 21, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM – 2:00 PM

Location:
USC Gould School of Law
Musick Law Building, Room 124
699 Exposition Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90089
Phone: (213) 740-2523

Program:

  • 9:30 AM - 10:30AM — Check-in and Optional Law School Tours (Lobby)
  • 10:30 AM - 10:40 AM — Welcome Remarks (Formal Program Begins)
  • 10:40 AM - 10:45 AM — Dr. Nickey Woods, Associate Dean of Student Life, and Community Engagement, and Dean of Students (JD Program)
  • 10:45 AM - 11:00 AM — David Kirschner, Associate Dean of Admissions, Financial Aid, and Innovation
  • 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM — Panel I - "From A Lawyer's Desk" Alumni Panel
  • 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM — Lunch
  • 12:50 PM - 1:00 PM — Break
  • 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM — Panel II - "Achieving Student Success and Belonging" Student Panel
  • 1:45PM - 1:50 PM — Closing Remarks

We look forward to seeing you for this final fall event! If you have any questions, please contact the USC Gould J.D. Admissions Office at (213) 740-2523.