SCAA Associations

Welcome to the Trojan Family!

The Keck Parents Association is not just for parents—our members include spouses, grandparents, siblings, and other family members who join us at events and get involved to support to their medical students. The association keeps family informed about the many academic resources available for your student at the Keck School of Medicine of USC, while providing programming including: New Parent Orientation, the White Coat Ceremony, our bi-annual virtual town hall meetings, wellness activities, our Step-One Care Packages, and the Homecoming Pre-Game Tailgate. The Parents Association Executive Board meets quarterly, twice in-person and twice virtually, and each gathering features a guest speaker from the medical school.

We also make a big impact on the lives of Keck Students through the Parents Association Endowed Scholarship Fund and extracurricular assistance in times of need through our Student Support Fund.

Please contact Chelsea Knott, director of alumni relations, at chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu to find out how you can get involved and show your support.

Gina Danesh
Parents Association President
Keck School of Medicine of USC

By joining the Salerni Student Chapter, you participate in a 65-year tradition at USC and gain access to exclusive scholarship and professional development opportunities. The student chapter facilitates opportunities to engage with alumni, former faculty, parents, and friends for networking opportunities, as well as career guidance and support.

Salerni Collegium Alumni Association Student Chapter membership benefits include:

• Exclusive access to apply for the Salerni Scholarship, which distributes $200,000 a year in medical student scholarships.
• Free entry to the Annual Keck Homecoming Tailgate ($300 value).
• Exclusive invitation to Fall Shadow Week and Spring Alumni Mentor Program.
• Annual Alumni-Student Wellness Hike.
• 10% discount at the HSC bookstore.
• Exclusive invitations to Alumni Networking Events.

How can you join? It’s easy, contact Chelsea Knott, director of alumni relations at: chelsea.knott@med.usc.edu.

The Retired and Former Faculty Engagement Program (RFF Program) is an exciting initiative designed to foster meaningful connections, celebrate contributions, and provide opportunities for retired and former faculty to stay actively engaged with the Keck School of Medicine community.

What Does It Mean to Be Part of the RFF Program?

As a valued member of the RFF Program, you will have the opportunity to:

• Serve as a volunteer instructor for Introduction to Clinical Medicine (ICM).
• Mentor a medical student and guide the next generation of healthcare leaders.
• Participate in community service projects that give back to the community.
• Attend professional development and networking events tailored to your expertise and interests.
• Receive regular communications from the school and the Office of the Dean, keeping you informed and connected.
• Establish and fund a medical student scholarship, making a lasting impact on future physicians.
• Learn about planned or estate giving to support Keck while minimizing tax impacts.

Join us in continuing to shape the future of medicine while staying connected to the Trojan Family!

For more information, contact director of alumni relations, Chelsea Knott at Chelsea.Knott@med.usc.edu or (323) 442-0789.