Commencement 2007

Meet USC’s valedictorian and salutatorians.

Head of the Class

Colin Koproske is a Renaissance man. When he’s not performing with the USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra or playing gigs around Los Angeles, he can be found reading up on existential philosophy or working for political nonprofits.

“And I’ll admit I’m a sucker for the whole Trojan football thing,” he said. …

Shannon Bell is headed to medical school, but it’s safe to say she hasn’t given up her fascination with law.

Since middle school, she’s been riveted by forensic science. …

Joe Horton goes where the adventure is. Ever since this theatre and cinematic arts double major stepped foot on campus, he has fallen into one escapade after another.

“Having an adventure — any kind, good or bad — makes you a better person,” he said. more …