Calendar - Office of Religious Lifehttps://calendar.usc.edu/department/office_of_religious_life/calendarCalendar - Office of Religious LifeMon, 20 Apr 2026 03:04:51 -070060en-usLocalistApr 21, 2026: Tend the Gardens, Tend the Self at University Religious Center (URC)Join us each week for a grounding, heart-opening mindfulness-in- action experience rooted in service, community, and caring for the land. We'll come together to tend the gardens and grounds of the University Religious Center- pulling weeds, planting, sweeping watering, and gently nurturing the spaces that nurture us.

No need to register. Stop by when you can!

Tuesdays at 10am
URC Courtyard (835 W. 34th St.)

*No session during University holidays.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181138481653834.022013-118.289205Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -07002026-04-21T10:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/tend-the-gardens-tend-the-self-7430Lecture / Talk / WorkshopHealth and Community Well-BeingSustainabilityApr 21, 2026: Coffee Hour with the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life at University Religious Center (URC)Join the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life for a casual coffee chat.

Coffee, Tea, and Pastries from local bakeries.

Every Tuesday, 10-11 am.

URC Student Lounge

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181906561180934.022013-118.289205Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -07002026-04-21T10:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/coffee-hour-with-the-office-of-religious-and-spiritual-life-4161Apr 21, 2026: Jubilee Vegan Cafe at University Religious Center (URC)This semester, we’ve partnered with The Vegan Joint to serve up tasty, restaurant-style dishes you’ll love!
Timing: Doors open at 11:30 AM for those attending noon classes.

🌱 Sustainability Reminder: Remember to bring your own containers! This helps us reduce waste and lets us invest more in our food offerings. Plus, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a Dulce gift card!

Volunteer Call: If you’re available, please reply to this email. Volunteers can arrive anytime after 10:30 AM and stay as late as 1 PM.

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays!

Jubilee Cafe is a ministry of the Progressive Christians @ USC. It is supported by its partners, including USC Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, Holman United Methodist Church, Westminster Presbyterian Church, and Vegans of LA

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5242833415322234.022013-118.289205Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -07002026-04-21T11:30:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/jubilee-vegan-cafe-and-stageSustainabilityApr 22, 2026: "Student Mentoring in a Polarized World: Strategies for Success" - USC Open Dialogue Project eventThis panel and thought-provoking discussion will focus on the experience and insights of faculty and staff leaders and experienced mentors at USC who work closely with students and student groups. The discussion will highlight strategies for assisting and mentoring students with the skill-building, learning, and perspective-taking needed to successfully interact and engage with those who hold different beliefs, whether cultural, religious, political, or otherwise.

REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL SESSION AT
https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q4ZbI3VjSNObEcGoShZkWQ#/registration

WHEN?
Wednesday, April 22
2:00pm - 3:00pm

PANELISTS
Kamy Akhavan, M.A.

Managing Director, USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future

Anita Dashiell-Sparks, M.F.A.

Professor of Theatre Practice, Associate Dean of Community & Culture, USC School of Dramatic Arts

Antonio Elefano, J.D., M.F.A
Professor of Writing and Moot Court Coach, USC Writing Program

Vanessa Gomez Brake, Ed.D.
Senior Associate Dean, Office of Religious & Spiritual Life, USC

MODERATED by Michael Burroughs, Ph.D.

Executive Director, Organizational Change, Ethics & Culture, USC

REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL SESSION AT
https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q4ZbI3VjSNObEcGoShZkWQ#/registration

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_52455868950171Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -07002026-04-22T14:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/student-mentoring-in-a-polarized-world-strategies-for-successLecture / Talk / WorkshopApr 23, 2026: SPIRITUAL TOOLS For Modern Living at McKibben Hall (MCH)Ready to prioritize your spiritual health in 2026?
Join the Trojan community as we explore Spiritual Tools for Modern Living. Free workbooks, meaningful reflection, and space to reconnect—open to all USC students, staff, and faculty.

University Park Campus
Thursdays, 4:30 PM, URC202A
Weekly beginning 1/29

Health Science Campus
Second & Fourth Thursdays
12:00 pm, MCH250
Twice a month, beginning 1/22

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181918676822334.06027-118.204082Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -07002026-04-23T12:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/spiritual-tools-for-modern-living-9540Lecture / Talk / WorkshopApr 23, 2026: SPIRITUAL TOOLS For Modern Living at University Religious Center (URC)Ready to prioritize your spiritual health in 2026? ✨
Join the Trojan community as we explore Spiritual Tools for Modern Living. Free workbooks, meaningful reflection, and space to reconnect—open to all USC students, staff, and faculty. 💜

University Park Campus
Thursdays, 4:30 PM, URC202A
Weekly beginning 1/29

Health Science Campus
Second & Fourth Thursdays
12:00 pm, MCH250
Twice a month, beginning 2/19

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181913881220834.022013-118.289205Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:30:00 -07002026-04-23T16:30:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/spiritual-tools-for-modern-livingLecture / Talk / WorkshopApr 28, 2026: Tend the Gardens, Tend the Self at University Religious Center (URC)Join us each week for a grounding, heart-opening mindfulness-in- action experience rooted in service, community, and caring for the land. We'll come together to tend the gardens and grounds of the University Religious Center- pulling weeds, planting, sweeping watering, and gently nurturing the spaces that nurture us.

No need to register. Stop by when you can!

Tuesdays at 10am
URC Courtyard (835 W. 34th St.)

*No session during University holidays.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181138481756334.022013-118.289205Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -07002026-04-28T10:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/tend-the-gardens-tend-the-self-7430Lecture / Talk / WorkshopHealth and Community Well-BeingSustainabilityApr 28, 2026: Coffee Hour with the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life at University Religious Center (URC)Join the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life for a casual coffee chat.

Coffee, Tea, and Pastries from local bakeries.

Every Tuesday, 10-11 am.

URC Student Lounge

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181906561283434.022013-118.289205Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -07002026-04-28T10:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/coffee-hour-with-the-office-of-religious-and-spiritual-life-4161Apr 28, 2026: Jubilee Vegan Cafe at University Religious Center (URC)This semester, we’ve partnered with The Vegan Joint to serve up tasty, restaurant-style dishes you’ll love!
Timing: Doors open at 11:30 AM for those attending noon classes.

🌱 Sustainability Reminder: Remember to bring your own containers! This helps us reduce waste and lets us invest more in our food offerings. Plus, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a Dulce gift card!

Volunteer Call: If you’re available, please reply to this email. Volunteers can arrive anytime after 10:30 AM and stay as late as 1 PM.

We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays!

Jubilee Cafe is a ministry of the Progressive Christians @ USC. It is supported by its partners, including USC Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, Holman United Methodist Church, Westminster Presbyterian Church, and Vegans of LA

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5242833415424734.022013-118.289205Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:30:00 -07002026-04-28T11:30:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/jubilee-vegan-cafe-and-stageSustainabilityApr 30, 2026: SPIRITUAL TOOLS For Modern Living at University Religious Center (URC)Ready to prioritize your spiritual health in 2026? ✨
Join the Trojan community as we explore Spiritual Tools for Modern Living. Free workbooks, meaningful reflection, and space to reconnect—open to all USC students, staff, and faculty. 💜

University Park Campus
Thursdays, 4:30 PM, URC202A
Weekly beginning 1/29

Health Science Campus
Second & Fourth Thursdays
12:00 pm, MCH250
Twice a month, beginning 2/19

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181913881220934.022013-118.289205Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:30:00 -07002026-04-30T16:30:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/spiritual-tools-for-modern-livingLecture / Talk / WorkshopMay 5, 2026: Tend the Gardens, Tend the Self at University Religious Center (URC)Join us each week for a grounding, heart-opening mindfulness-in- action experience rooted in service, community, and caring for the land. We'll come together to tend the gardens and grounds of the University Religious Center- pulling weeds, planting, sweeping watering, and gently nurturing the spaces that nurture us.

No need to register. Stop by when you can!

Tuesdays at 10am
URC Courtyard (835 W. 34th St.)

*No session during University holidays.

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]]>tag:localist.com,2008:EventInstance_5181138481756434.022013-118.289205Tue, 05 May 2026 10:00:00 -07002026-05-05T10:00:00-07:00https://calendar.usc.edu/event/tend-the-gardens-tend-the-self-7430Lecture / Talk / WorkshopHealth and Community Well-BeingSustainabilityMay 5, 2026: Coffee Hour with the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life at University Religious Center (URC)Join the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life for a casual coffee chat.

Coffee, Tea, and Pastries from local bakeries.

Every Tuesday, 10-11 am.

URC Student Lounge

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