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Live performances in columbia sc, you know you're at usc when... you spot these 8 iconic campus landmarks.

Whether you’re a returning alum, soon-to-be student, family member, a visiting fan of an opposing team or just happen to be wandering around Columbia and find yourself on the University of South Carolina campus, here are some of the spots that make UofSC so special.

The Horseshoe

The university’s original campus, the Historic Horseshoe is now a picturesque place to relax, study, or have in impromptu photo shoot. Twelve historic buildings skirt the edges of the space, forming a U-shape that gives the area its name. Brick pathways break up the lawn and many of these bricks are engraved with special messages from past and present students (bonus points if you find the ones for local legends Hootie & The Blowfish!). On sunny days, you’ll find people reading books on park benches, playing Frisbee with friends, walking their dogs and having picnics.  Find a stretch of shaded grass and settle in for some idyllic scenery and top-notch people-watching.

Williams-Brice Stadium

The only facility in town that can accommodate 80,000 of your closest friends was first constructed in 1934 but continues to be modernized for state-of-the art game days, concerts and more.  Come fall, the streets are a sea of garnet and black as fans make their way in droves to Williams-Brice Stadium for some good ‘ole Gamecock football. The sounds of Sandstorm and cheers fill the air and fireworks light up the sky every time the home team scores. Regardless of the shock absorbers and the overall safety of the structure, there is a noticeable ripple effect that happens throughout the distinguishable upper deck of the stadium during especially exciting games when fans become over-enthused. As former head football coach Joe Morrison once said, “If it ain’t swayin’, we ain’t playin’.”

A’ja Wilson Statue at Colonial Life Arena

A’ja Wilson will forever hold a place in the hearts of Gamecock fans after leading the team (under beloved coach Dawn Staley) to a 2017 NCAA National Championship in women’s basketball. In 2021, the hoops hero earned a permanent place on campus with a statue outside Colonial Life Arena , the Gamecocks’ home court. The tradition continues as the women’s basketball team brought home another championship in 2022.

Reflecting Pool at Thomas Cooper Library

The steady waters of the reflecting pool and fountain in front of Thomas Cooper Library bring a sense of calm to passersby and stressed-out students (as well as provide the perfect backdrop to any photo!). Park benches dot the outskirts of the pool for reading or lunch breaks and when it comes time for a major sports achievement or graduation, it’s not uncommon for people to swarm the waters in celebration. And just think - the design of the pool was almost discarded in favor of a parking lot!

Greene Street

With wrought-iron gates on either end and a big, bright Gamecock emblazoned in paint on the asphalt, Greene Street is the road that runs outside Russell House, the student union. Rallies, a small farmer’s market, organization fairs and more all take place on this campus thoroughfare.

USC Smokestack

Behind Rutledge College, turn your gaze upward and you’ll see a red brick smokestack proudly bearing “USC” along the side. The structure was built in 1913 as a coal heating plant for the campus. You can spot it for miles and against the backdrop of a sunny Columbia sky, the view is nothing short of majestic.

Capstone Building

Reaching 18 stories into the sky, this landmark residence hall is widely known for not only housing students, but also the Top of Carolina – a revolving restaurant that is open to the public. Enjoy lunch alongside breathtaking views of campus and the city beyond. The top of Capstone is also lit up in garnet every now and then to commemorate special occasions (the garnet lights could be seen near and far when the Lady Gamecocks took home the 2022 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship).

The Clapping Circle on Russell House Patio

This circular brick formation on the outdoor patio of Russell House is so much more than meets the eye… and ear. Stand in the center of the circle, clap your hands and you (and only you!) will hear a distinctive chirping sound. Don’t be afraid of looking silly! Experiencing the clapping circle is a USC tradition and a rite of passage of sorts for all who step foot on campus.

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1911: President William Howard Taft visits the USC campus. (Photo/USC Digital Archives)

Hail to the chiefs: Presidential visits to USC, in pictures

For future, current and former presidents, the road to and from the White House often leads through Trojan territory.

We haven’t had a Trojan as U.S. president yet, but USC had has more than its share of presidential moments — starting on Oct. 23, 1880, when President Rutherford B. Hayes stopped by to visit the 17-day-old university. In honor of Presidents Day, here’s a look at some other memorable visits by U.S. commanders in chief — past, present and future.

William Howard Taft

The 27th president of the United States — who later served on the Supreme Court as its 10th chief justice — toured the USC campus in 1911 during a visit to Los Angeles.

Franklin D. Roosevelt

The 32nd president of the United States visited in 1935 during his first term in office; it was his first time in Los Angeles as president. Roosevelt and his wife, Eleanor, stopped by the USC administration building, where the president was given an honorary degree. His motorcade then headed to the Coliseum, where he gave a speech to the assembled crowd.

Richard M. Nixon and John F. Kennedy

The 1960 campaign brought two future presidents to USC as candidates participating in the university’s First-Time Voter Convocation.

U.S. Sen. John F. Kennedy spoke to a crowd of some 15,000 students from USC and 27 other colleges and universities; one week later, he was elected.

A few weeks before the Kennedy visit, Vice President Richard M. Nixon spoke to supporters on campus. Nixon — whose wife, Pat Nixon, was a USC alumna — was elected to the nation’s highest office eight years later, defeating Hubert H. Humphrey in the 1968 election.

Gerald R. Ford

As 38th president of the United States, Ford visited the USC campus during his 1976 campaign against Jimmy Carter.

A few weeks after Ford lost the election, he suffered another defeat: the University of Michigan, where he had been a football standout during his college days, lost to USC in the 1977 Rose Bowl. Ford sent a $10 bill to USC President John Hubbard to settle a wager over the game. “Seriously, I really thought that Michigan would win, but I must admit that USC has an excellent team,” Ford wrote Hubbard on White House stationery.

After leaving office, Ford returned to USC twice to lecture in a variety of classes.

Ronald Reagan

Los Angeles hosted the 1984 Olympics during Ronald Reagan’s presidency, and with USC right in the thick of things the 40th president of the United States visited the campus before officially opening the games.

It wasn’t his first time at USC, though: As a young actor, Reagan had modeled for art students in a sculpture class as an example of the “ideal male physique.”

Just a few months into his first term as vice president, Joe Biden and his wife, Jill, were in the crowd at the USC Gould School of Law’s commencement ceremony. Biden was on hand to see his nephew, Cuffe Biden Owens, receive his JD degree; we’re still waiting for a visit from Biden as commander in chief.

Barack Obama

The nation’s  44th president visited the University Park Campus  in 2010. His speech in front of Doheny Memorial Library — a rally just before the November midterm elections — drew an estimated 37,500 people.

Thirteen years later, he returned to USC with Michelle Obama for his daughter Sasha’s graduation.

George W. Bush and George H.W. Bush

George W. Bush, the 43rd president of the United States, and former first Lady Laura Bush  came to campus in 2013  part of the USC President’s Distinguished Lecture Series. The two addressed students, faculty, guests and Widney Society members in a packed Bovard Auditorium. “It is a rare opportunity to spend this evening in the company of two people who have practiced leadership on such a global stage, at such pivotal moments in human history,” USC President C. L. Max Nikias told the crowd.

Some  13 years earlier , Bush’s father — George H.W. Bush, the 41st U.S. president — had been a guest of USC President Steven B. Sample as part of the same lecture series. Sample reminded the crowd that President Bush was no stranger to the campus: “We honored him in 1995 with a Julius Award from the USC School of Policy, Planning and Development for his exceptional heroism during World War II and his extraordinary service to the people of the United States.”

Bill Clinton

USC’s parade of former, current and future presidents continued in late 2014 when Bill Clinton took the Bovard stage at another President’s Distinguished Lecture Series event. “I wish I were your age,” the former president told students in the audience. “I’d love to see what’s going to happen. We’re entering an age of unprecedented discovery … It’s going to be an amazing time to be alive.”

This post originally published on Feb. 13, 2015, and has been updated.

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How to Access Campus

Welcome to the university park campus, all main gates are open around campus..

To help speed up access to campus, all main gates are open. The McClintock* and McCarthy entrances will provide 24-hour access every day. All main pedestrian entrances are also open 24/7. The other vehicle entrances are open weekdays from 6 a.m.-8 p.m.

Fast lanes available to all USC ID cardholders.

To help speed up access, a “fast lane” available at most vehicle and pedestrian entrances for those with a USCard. These lanes allow you to quickly tap or swipe your USCard, speeding up the screening process for faster campus access.

Plan ahead.

Our goal is to make your USC campus experience as smooth as possible with the university’s modernized security measures. When arriving, please plan ahead and allow for extra time to enter campus and have the necessary information ready for guest services.

*Please note vehicle access at McClintock Entrance is limited to those with staff, faculty or student USC ID (USCard) and approved external vendors. The pedestrian entrance at McClintock is accessible to all visitors.

What You Should Know

At each entrance, USC faculty, students and staff will need to show their staff, faculty or student USC ID (USCard).

To help speed up access, a “fast lane” will be available at most vehicle and pedestrian entrances for those with a USCard. These lanes allow you to quickly tap or swipe your USCard, speeding up the screening process for faster campus access. Multiple fast lanes will be available for convenience.

USC welcomes Trojan alumni back to campus. If you’re planning a visit, there are three simple pre-registration options available to you:

• Visiting as a Guest : If you’re visiting campus as a guest of a current student, faculty, or staff member, your host can register you using the visitor registration form . This will also grant you access to pre-registered campus events. No additional forms are required.
• Campus Tours : If you’d like to enjoy a campus tour with friends or family, you can easily register through the admissions campus tours website . No additional forms are necessary.
• Independent Visit : If you’re visiting campus on your own, you can request a Visitor’s Pass through the USC Alumni Association .

Questions? Visit the USC Alumni Campus Access page for more details.

Campus guests must be registered online by their campus sponsor. Visitors should present a photo ID and the visitor QR code provided by their campus sponsor during registration. Our new welcome services tents at the busiest entrances are staffed and ready to assist, including additional support for individuals with disabilities or special needs.  Registering guests online is quick and easy , and they will receive a QR code for faster entry. Walk-ups or unregistered guests will be asked to show their government-issued ID and the reason for their visit, and the customer service personnel will scan their ID.

Please note that guest access is permitted at all access points except the McClintock Entrance. 

Vendors must provide confirmation of work. USC Transportation will issue special parking passes to regular vendors. For more information, please visit USC Transportation or call 213-740-3575 .

USC is looking forward to welcoming our residents for the upcoming academic year. For move-in information, please visit USC Housing’s Fall Check-In website .

All campus parking structures are open and ready to serve you. To help reduce congestion, vehicle access at the McClintock Entrance is limited to those with staff, faculty or student USC ID (USCard) and approved external vendors. The pedestrian entrance at McClintock remains accessible to everyone with a USCard or guest registration.

To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, we allow entry for unregistered visitors driving vehicles only if they have a verifiable business purpose. This includes activities such as commercial food delivery, transportation services or service calls. Upon arrival, drivers will need to present identification and provide details about their destination.

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Usc visitor registration website, usc transportation and parking, news and announcements, after-hours visitor registration, frequently asked questions.

USC students, faculty, staff and all other visitors to the USC University Park Campus can easily and quickly access the campus this fall. Please see below for more information about this process. Questions can be directed to [email protected] or via phone: (213) 740-1027 .

PARKING AT THE UNIVERSITY PARK CAMPUS

All of our parking structures on campus are open.

Please note: The McClintock Entrance will be open only to drivers with USC IDs or approved vendors from Monday through Friday. Based on feedback from our community, we made this change to ease congestion there. Pedestrians, including guests, can check-in at the McClintock gate. On weekends, the McClintock entrance will be open to all visitors and the campus community.

ENTERING CAMPUS

All of our pedestrian gates are open. Students, staff and faculty with USC ID cards can enter through fast lanes at any of our gates. All gates are open weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The McClintock and McCarthy gates will remain open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for students, faculty or staff with ID.

We are not planning on bag checks currently, but we reserve the right to inspect bags upon request.

STUDENTS, STAFF AND FACULTY

If you are a student, faculty member or staff member, you need your USC ID card. You can tap your card at any of the fast lanes for quick entry. For anyone who joined USC prior to June 2020, you will receive information from USCard Services on how to upgrade to a new card with tap technology. In the meantime, you can swipe your card at the fast lanes at the check-in gate.

Staff at our campus welcome services tents near the gates will be able to assist you.

If you’ve lost your USC ID, you can visit USCard Services online and submit information to obtain a new one.

Please visit the nearest campus welcome services tent for help. If there isn’t a clear reason why the card is not working when swiped or tapped, you will need to contact  [email protected] . As long as your government-issued ID, such as a driver’s license or passport, matches your USC ID card, then the staff at the tents can assist you with entering campus . You may also follow one of these tips, depending on the issue you’re experiencing:

• In University Housing, please see the  housing customer service center  for your building.
• In non-Housing buildings, please see the building’s facility manager.
• At USC Fitness Centers, please see  Recreational Sports .
• For all other card problems, please email  [email protected]  or call  (213) 740-8709 .
• After business hours, please call the Department of Public Safety at  (213) 740-6000 .
• If your card does not work anywhere, please check in with USCard Services to get a new card.

Before you arrive, you will need to schedule a Move-In appointment at the USC Housing portal: housingapp.usc.edu .

USC Housing is sending emails to students with instructions for Move-In and entering campus. Students will receive a QR code to check into your contracted assignment space.

On your move in day, you will need to check in at your housing customer service center . You will also need your USC ID or any government-issued identification document with photo to verify your identity along with the QR code.

Please provide a copy of the QR code to any non-USC guests who will be assisting you on move-in day to ensure they can enter the campus perimeter checkpoints during move-in days.

For additional information about move-in, please visit the USC Housing Check-In Guide . For general information and assistance with move-in, you may contact the Housing Services Office at 213-740-2546 .

Yes. The process is fast and simple: Go to visitor.usc.edu,  fill out the requested information and your guest will receive an email with a QR code for entry.

Yes. If you do not have a guest registration QR code, you may check in with our campus welcome services staff at the tents near the entrances of campus. Please have a government-issued ID with your photo to show our staff.

When you RSVP for an event on campus, you should receive a QR code from the event organizers that will enable you easy access to campus. If you are unsure if you have a QR code, please contact the event organizer directly. If you are unable to locate your QR code when trying to access, please visit the campus welcome services tent (this many delay your entrance to campus).

Our new practices are intended to ensure that we provide a welcoming and safe environment.

Alumni are welcome to visit. Please follow the instructions at our alumni guest registration web page to obtain your QR code.

APPOINTMENTS

Please show our campus welcome services representatives your appointment confirmation.

The McClintock and McCarthy entrances will provide 24-hour access every day. All pedestrian entrances also will be open 24/7. The other vehicle entrances will be open weekdays from 6 a.m.-8 p.m.

The tents will be open weekdays from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

No, there are no changes in the USC Village’s entry process. These changes for check-in are only for entering the University Park Campus.

To help speed up access, a “fast lane” will be available at most vehicle and pedestrian entrances for those with a USC staff, faculty or student identification card (USCard). These lanes allow you to quickly tap or swipe your USCard, speeding up the screening process for faster campus access. 

Vehicle and Pedestrian Access

Parking at these structures is available for vehicles with USC parking permits and registered guests who purchase a parking pass upon arrival.

McClintock Avenue Entrance* (Royal and Downey Structures)

Royal Structure 663 W. 34th St., Los Angeles, CA 90089

Downey Structure 3667 McClintock Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90089

This entrance is open 24/7 every day to visitors arriving by vehicle or pedestrians. *As of Aug. 15, 2024, vehicle access at the McClintock Entrance is limited to those with staff, faculty or student USC ID (USCard) and approved external vendors. The pedestrian entrance at McClintock is accessible to all visitors.

McCarthy Way Entrance (McCarthy Structure)

McCarthy Structure 620 USC McCarthy Way, Los Angeles, CA 90089

This entrance is open 24/7 every day to all visitors arriving by vehicle or pedestrians.

Watt Way Entrance (Downey Structure)

Effective Aug. 15, 2024, this entrance is open weekdays 6 a.m.-8 p.m. to all visitors arriving by vehicle or pedestrians. (Please note 37th Street is closed due to construction.)

Downey Way Entrance (Downey Structure)

Effective Aug. 15, 2024, this entrance is open weekdays 6 a.m.-8 p.m. to all visitors arriving by vehicle or pedestrians.

Pedestrians Only

Effective Aug. 15, 2024, these entrances are open weekdays 6 a.m.-8 p.m. to pedestrians only.

Watt Way at Jefferson

Watt Way and Jefferson Boulevard

Trousdale at Jefferson

Trousdale Parkway and Jefferson Boulevard

Pardee Way Entrance (Pedestrians Only or Childs Way Reserved Parking)

Exposition Boulevard and Pardee Way

This entrance is also available to vehicles with reserved parking on Childs Way.

Trousdale at Exposition

Trousdale Parkway and Exposition Boulevard

Vehicles Only

Effective Aug. 15, 2024, these entrances are open weekdays 6 a.m.-8 p.m. to all visitors arriving by vehicle. Parking at these structures is available for vehicles with USC parking permits and registered guests who purchase a parking pass upon arrival.

Jefferson Entrance (Jefferson Structure)

Jefferson Structure 1031 W. 34th St., Los Angeles, CA 90089

Lot V (Behind Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC)

Lot V Enter from Jefferson Bouelvard between McClintock Avenue and Watt Way ( see map ).

Royal Street Entrance (Royal Structure)

Off-campus parking (public access).

Parking at the Figueroa Structure is available for vehicles with USC parking permits and registered guests who purchase a parking pass upon arrival. After parking, visitors may enter via the McCarthy Way Entrance.

Figueroa Structure 3533 S. Flower St., Los Angeles, CA 90089 The Figueroa Structure is open with 24-hour access every day with USC ID access and self-serve “Text to Park” option, or a gate attendant is available for visitors weekdays 6 a.m.-7 p.m.

All parking garages remain open to vehicles with USC parking permits and registered guests who purchase a parking pass upon arrival.

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Welcome! My name is Stanley and I am a graduation portrait photographer specializing in photoshoots at USC. This is my guide to help you get the best graduation photos at the University of Southern California.

In this guide, you’ll find helpful tips and information on how to get to campus, where to park, and a list of iconic locations to take photos to maximize your grad photo experience at USC.

I believe I can help because of my extensive experience at USC. I have been photographing USC graduates since 2016 over hundreds of sessions, and some of my best friends are Trojans. I know the culture, understand student life, and most importantly, how to get some amazing graduation portraits that show the unique experiences you’ve had at USC.

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Here is a list of the few iconic locations and my favorite secret places at USC. I’ve listed them below, along with several examples of past sessions and location-specific tips to help plan your shoot!

1. Tommy Trojan Statue

As one of the most iconic locations at USC, Tommy Trojan Statue is situated at the center of campus, right next to Bovard Auditorium and the Student Center. The Tommy Trojan statue depicts an ancient Trojan warrior with a sword and shield ready for battle. Tommy makes for a great background to commemorate your school spirit as a USC Trojan. Bonus points if you can mirror his majestic pose!

Tommy Trojan maps location linked here.

2. Steps of Troy

The Steps of Troy are located at the Ronald Tutor Campus Center, a two-minute walk from Tommy Trojan. Engraved on the steps of Troy are the five virtues that embody the spirit of USC: Faithful, Scholarly, Skillful, Courageous, and Ambitious.

Steps of Troy maps location linked here.

4. Alumni Park

One of the most beautiful locations at USC, the Alumni Park features a mini rose garden, the Prentiss Memorial Fountain, and stunning backdrops of Doheny Memorial Library and Bovard Auditorium, two landmarks where the park is situated between. Note that the mini rose garden is not available every month of the year; USC only plants the flowers seasonally. Luckily, spring graduations do coincide with their planting and blooming schedule.

Alumni Park maps location linked here.

5. Center for International & Public Affairs (CPA)

The Center for International and Public Affairs itself is a testament to the diversity of the USC student body. There are 108 flags representing the 100+ home countries of students. As of 2021, USC has removed the flags. However, the grand hallways still provide an excellent backdrop for some unique portraits.

Center for International & Public Affairs maps location linked here.

6. Mudd Hall of Philosophy (MHP)

The Mudd Hall of Philosophy features beautiful Tuscan-style architecture, with classic red bricks and stone pillars to complete the overall vintage collegiate look. Graduates often take pictures in the courtyard and hallways of MHP.

Mudd Hall of Philosophy maps location linked here.

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USC football: Which 12 prospects are expected to take official visits to campus this weekend?

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Official visit season is here and the  USC Trojans are expected to host 12 class of 2024 prospects this weekend, according to a source. We break down the group below.

Taylor Tatum

Position: Running back

School: Longview (Texas)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 31 nationally. No. 1 ranked running back

Measurables : 5-foot-10, 205 pounds

The skinny : Tatum plans to take six official visits, but right now the three leaders in his recruitment are USC, Oklahoma and Michigan. It's unlikely Tatum commits to USC this weekend, but the Trojans are definitely in the race.

Zabien Brown

Position: Cornerback

School: Mater Dei (Santa Ana, Calif.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 57 nationally. No. 7 ranked cornerback 

Measurables : 6-foot-1, 180 pounds

The skinny : Brown's top four schools are USC, Ohio State, Alabama and Oregon. He'll officially visit them in that order. Brown has been compared to USC cornerback Domani Jackson, who also attended Mater Dei, by his former head coach at the school, Bruce Rollinson.

Dakoda Fields

School: Serra (Gardena, Calif.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 78 nationally. No. 10 ranked cornerback

Measurables : 6-foot-2, 175 pounds

The skinny : Fields has long been an Oregon lean. USC will need to make up some major ground in order to land him. Fields released a top 7 earlier this month that included Cal, Miami, Ohio State, Oregon, Texas, USC and Washington.

Kameryn Fountain

Position: Edge

School: Booker T. Washington (Atlanta)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 81 nationally. No. 7 ranked edge rusher

Measurables : 6-foot-5, 237 pounds

The skinny : Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia and Florida State are also recruiting Fountain. As a top 100 defensive recruit, landing Fountain would be a major win for USC.

Walter Matthews

Position:  Tight end

School: Hiram (Ga.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 115 nationally. No. 7 ranked tight end

Measurables : 6-foot-7, 245 pounds

The skinny : It seems like USC has a real shot to land Matthews. Florida, Florida State, Michigan, Ohio State and Colorado are also involved.

Jaylen McClain

Position: Safety

School:  Seton Hall Prep (West Orange, N.J.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 243 nationally. No. 22 ranked safety

Measurables : 6-foot-0, 185 pounds

The skinny : McClain has included USC in his top ten along with Notre Dame, Penn State, Oregon, Michigan, Michigan State, Rutgers, Stanford, Tennessee and Georgia. 

Isaiah Garcia

Position: Offensive tackle

School: Corner Canyon (Draper, Utah)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 212 nationally. No. 20 ranked tackle

Measurables : 6-foot-5, 280 pounds

The skinny : USC will likely take three offensive linemen this cycle and Garcia could be one of the headliners of the group. Garcia's top ten includes Nebraska, UCLA, Alabama, Miami, USC, Oklahoma, Oregon, Washington, Stanford and Utah.

Manasse Itete

School: Central Catholic (Modesto, Calif.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 314 nationally. No. 28 ranked tackle

Measurables : 6-foot-5, 290 pounds

The skinny : Itete wasn't expected to be visiting this weekend, but he now plans to be on campus, according to 247Sports. USC is in Itete's top five along with Florida State, Utah and Oregon State. FSU looks like the favorite right now.

Jarvis Boatwright

School: Clearwater (Fla.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Four-star prospect, No. 425 nationally. No. 39 ranked safety.

Measurables : 6-foot-1, 170 pounds

The skinny : USC plans on taking two safeties this cycle. Judson (Converse, Texas) safety Myles Davis and Johnson-Rubell seem to be higher on the USC staff's list than Boatwright at the moment. Boatwright will also officially visit Tennessee, South Carolina and Florida State.

Elijah Newby

Position:  Linebacker

School: Cheshire Academy (Cheshire, Ct.)

247Sports.com composite ranking:  Three-star prospect, No. 530 nationally. No. 50 ranked linebacker

Measurables : 6-foot-4, 185 pounds

The skinny : Outside of USC, Penn State, South Carolina and Stanford are the schools pushing the hardest to land Newby. 

School: Evergreen (Vancouver, Wash.)

247Sports.com composite ranking:  Four-star prospect, No. 239 nationally. No. 22 ranked tackle

Measurables : 6-foot-6, 285 pounds

The skinny : Crader is committed to Oregon, but is still taking visits. 

Hayden Treter

Position:  Offensive tackle

School: Cherry Creek (Englewood, Colo.)

247Sports.com composite ranking: Three-star prospect, No. 98 ranked tackle

Measurables : 6-foot-6, 300 pounds

The skinny : Treter is a candidate to rise in the recruiting rankings following the spring and summer evaluation periods. Oregon, Tennessee and a few other schools are recruiting him. 

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The Washington Huskies appear to be getting solid early returns on the recruiting trail from the 2026 class. Jedd Fisch’s coaching staff has already earned two commitments from running back Ansu Sanoe and kicker CJ Wallace  and is looking to add a few more by the end of the year.

Although he might not be making his commitment by the end of the year, cornerbacks coach John Richardson has developed a strong relationship with Rancho Cucamonga High School product RJ Sermons, who told On3’s Chad Simmons that he’ll be taking his second unofficial to Montlake during the season.

Sermons took a trip to Washington for the coaching staff’s Luau At The Lake in July and will be making the rounds to visit the West Coast’s top programs again this fall.

“What caught my attention [at Washington] was the facilities, the coaches, the people there, and the environment outside of football,” Sermons told Simmons. “It’s a super nice town, and the coaches are super knowledgeable. [Defensive coordinator Steve] Belichick and coach J-Rich are super smart football guys.”

Along with unofficial visits to both USC and Oregon , the 6-foot, 180-pound cornerback, who is ranked as the nation’s No. 51 overall prospect and No. 5 player at his position by 247Sports, said he will take his next trip to Seattle for the rematch of the 2023 national championship when the Huskies take on the Michigan Wolverines on October 5.

. @rj_serms of @RCHSCougarsFB is the No. 34 prospect in the 2026 On3 Industry Ranking. The 4-star CB will be in Vegas for the USC-LSU game, then he plans to take in games at Oregon and Washington among others this fall. https://t.co/HZxi0ZJGZu pic.twitter.com/TwxLx9rqNV — ChadSimmons (@ChadSimmons_) August 20, 2024

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Dawn Staley visits the U.S. Embassy with Guy Fieri and Wanda Sykes while at 2024 Paris Olympics

Dawn Staley continues to be busy at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

And the latest stop for the South Carolina women's basketball coach included a visit to the U.S. Embassy in Paris with Wanda Sykes, where the two met up with chef and host of Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives" Guy Fieri. Staley also paid a visit to US Ambassador to France and Morocco Denise Campbell Bauer's house.

"Had the distinct pleasure of touring the amazing US Embassy here in Paris….along with visiting Ambassador Bauer in her beautiful home. Thankful for servicemen and women and all of those who have dedicated their lives to serve. Grateful for this experience," Staley wrote on X (formerly known as Twitter).

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Staley's latest adventure over the pond comes after taking in the USA women's basketball 3x3 game in Paris on Tuesday with Sykes, one in which the United States — whose roster includes former LSU guard Hailey Van Lith and is coached by Staley's former college teammate Tammi Reiss — was upset by Germany 17-13.

And then you can't forget about Staley finding her love, and perhaps new obsession, for Mexican Coca-Cola Cherry  in Paris, one in which led to Coca-Cola sending the Gamecocks coach a care package Wednesday. She has also made appearances at the U.S. Women's Basketball game on Monday to watch former South Carolina star A'Ja Wilson, watching Katie Ledecky compete in the poo l and the U.S. Women's Water Polo team with Flavor Flav among other stops.

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Behind Vice President Kamala Harris’ persona as “Momala” are her two stepchildren: Cole and Ella Emhoff. And the two of them are increasingly stepping into the limelight.

The youngest members of the second family, Cole, 29, and Ella, 25, are the children of second gentleman Doug Emhoff, who was previously married to film producer Kerstin Emhoff.

On Tuesday night, Cole Emhoff introduced his father for night two of the Democratic National Convention, presenting a heartfelt video documenting the second gentleman's life in photos.

"We might not look like other families in the White House, but we are ready to represent all families in America," he said in his voiceover of the video.

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Since the pandemic and President Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential run, Ella Emhoff has become a social media phenomenon.

Dubbed by some as the “First Daughter of Bushwick,” the New York City resident is a graduate of Parsons School of Design and in 2021 was signed as a model to renowned agency IMG Models. She also made a  cameo  in Bo Burham’s 2013 music video “Repeat Stuff.”

Gen Z Americans have connected with her androgynous fashion sense and quirky hobbies since her stepmother took office as vice president. She said in a  2021 New York Times interview , conducted alongside her brother, that her mom, Doug Emhoff and Harris are a “three-person parenting squad.”

They don’t always get her interests, she said, but they’re supportive anyway. “With hair and tattoos and things like that, I think they’re all in the realm of like, ‘I don’t understand it, but I want you to be who you want to be,’” she said.

She has been featured on magazine covers and in editorials, and has walked runways. She’s also known for her knitting club, “Soft Hands Knit Club,” where she taught New York City community members to knit using her own materials.

On her website, Ella Emhoff describes herself as a multidisciplinary artist and creator. She’s active on Instagram, where she mostly shares photos of her knitting, modeling and her dog.

In the New York Times interview, Ella described her parents’ relationship as “like the honeymoon phase forever,” saying she shares a close bond with her stepmom.

“It’s a cool dynamic we all have. And I think it is a good model to show that you can have this and this isn’t weird,” she said.

Cole Emhoff is significantly quieter than his sister where his social media presence is concerned, but he has also put his close relationship with Harris on display many times. At his wedding last year, Harris officiated the ceremony.

“It was so wonderful that the kids asked me to do it,” Harris  told People magazine  at the time. “For us, we think of marriage as being not just between these two people, but the coming together of families. So it was very much with that spirit that we all participated.”

Cole Emhoff said he loved Harris from their first meeting, when he was a senior in high school.

“I met her and we had this amazing dinner. And I realized like, Oh, my God, Doug has met someone who is completely unique and totally special,” he  told Glamour  in 2020.

Both siblings attended Biden’s inauguration in 2021, and behind-the-scenes photos from the event broke up Cole’s otherwise low-key Instagram feed.

“It’s weird to turn on CNN and see my dad. I’m like, ‘Wait, you don’t belong there! But I guess you do?’” he said in the New York Times interview. “It feels completely unprecedented for us because we haven’t really been around politics our entire life. We’re still kind of getting used to it.”

Sakshi Venkatraman is a reporter for NBC Asian America.