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Figueroa Restaurants
The Lab Gastropub
3500 South Figueroa St.
(213) 743-1843
This gastropub offers an assortment of beer and wine, serves lunch and dinner, and has patio dining.
McKay’s
3540 South Figueroa St.
(213) 743-4111
McKay’s serves breakfast, lunch and dinner and features a bar and lounge and a venue for private events.
Rosso’s Pizzeria
3500 South Figueroa St.
(213) 743-2077
Rosso’s specializes in New York-style thin crust pizza and lasagna. The restaurant also serves beer on tap and offers music, sports and televised games.
Experimental College

“Experimental College is a tuition-free, grade-free, non-credit educational institution within the university that provides opportunities for out-of-the-ordinary educational experiences. Courses offered range from library research to self-hypnosis and are organized and taught by volunteers, including students.”
– SCampus 1975-76
Student Services
International Student Services
(213) 740-2666
Office of International Services
Student Union 300
Email: ois@usc.edu
www.usc.edu/student-affairs/OIS
If you are an international student or visiting scholar, the Office of International Services (OIS) will work with you to help meet your special needs. The office is a resource center offering assistance with a variety of issues, including immigration regulations, academic progress, financial problems, housing and counseling on cross-cultural adjustment. Referral services and educational programs are also provided.
In addition, many social and cultural activities are offered year-round for those who are interested in international educational exchange. OIS provides support services for the International Students’ Assembly which coordinates the many international student clubs and organizations. The programs offered by OIS include:
International Program Assistant Program
A small group of experienced and culturally sensitive international and domestic students design and implement a wide range of social and cultural interactive programs throughout the academic year to help facilitate cross-cultural friendships and understanding.
Campus and Community Programs
A number of programs are provided to acquaint students and scholars from abroad with campus and community programs, resources and services. These programs also encourage and increase interaction with domestic students.
International Diners Club
Makes excursions to a number of ethnic restaurants in Los Angeles. Each group is led by a USC international student from that particular area of the world who discusses the menu and explains the cultural history and traditions of the cuisine.
English Language Program
Offers free English classes to family members of USC students and scholars. Participants learn English, make friends and participate in monthly field trips. Classes are held each semester, Monday through Thursday, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. on campus in the University Religious Center. Contact OIS for more information.
Thanksgiving Matchup Program
Offers the opportunity to meet American families who want to share their Thanksgiving traditions with international students and scholars.
L.A. Today
A series of activities designed to introduce various programs and attractions of the Los Angeles region. Past events have included a Catalina Island excursion, horseback riding and theatre trips.
State-of-the-World Seminars
Bring together the university community to discuss current world affairs. A panel of students discusses the history and social implications of topical events, assisted by a faculty moderator.
International Career Services
The Career Planning & Placement Center and OIS offer a variety of workshops to help students develop job search strategies and to gather information about companies offering U.S. and home country employment.
International Students’ Assembly
More than 18 nationality groups are represented in the International Students’ Assembly – an organization that sponsors international films, USC World Cup and various multicultural programs. The two largest events are the International Food and Culture Fair, in which different nationality clubs offer ethnic cuisines, and International Night, which offers an exciting evening of cultural entertainment from around the world.
Publications
International Connection
The International Connection newsletter is published two times each semester in print and online versions. It features articles, news events and a calendar of activities focusing on international events. To view the newsletter, go to www.usc.edu/student-affairs/OIS.
International Update
This weekly newsletter is emailed to all registered USC international students. It contains information about immigration regulations, cultural programs, OIS procedures and job opportunities.
Foreign National Hiring
Faculty/Staff Visa Services, a division of OIS, assists academic departments and research units in obtaining the employment authorization necessary to permit the appointment of internationals to long term non-immigrant and permanent career positions.
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