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    Read more about our safety measures for the Fall 2021 semester

    May 4, 2021

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    Learn about Thornton’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

    May 3, 2021

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    Get to know the remarkable students, alumni, and faculty at USC Thornton.

    March 7, 2021

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    Visit Thornton/LIVE, USC Thornton’s virtual stage, for online concerts and events this spring.

    February 17, 2021

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    January 3, 2021

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    COVID-19 updates and resources from the USC Thornton School of Music

    January 2, 2021

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    January 1, 2021

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    USC Thornton presents Live! From Somewhere, a video series highlighting Thornton musicians wherever they are.

    March 19, 2020

    Interested in expanding your musical knowledge? Explore our innovative minors and electives.

    June 28, 2017

    Looking for General Education (GE) credits? Thornton offers classes in World Music, EDM, Broadway, Hip-Hip, and more!

    October 18, 2016