Environmental Utopia or Dystopia — The World We Imagine for Our Children

USC hosts the Sierra Symposium featuring Nancy Pelosi, exploring climate resilience and environmental justice for the next generation. Leaders from government, science, and climate advocacy discuss the world we are building for children and the choices shaping our shared future.

Biology Seminar - Blaise Agüera y Arcas

Caltech hosts a biology seminar featuring Blaise Agüera y Arcas, Google's Chief Technology Officer for Technology & Society. The talk investigates whether biology and computer science are the same discipline, highlighting intersections of biology, computation, and data science inside Broad 100 in Los Angeles.

The 47th Pullias Lecture

The 47th Pullias Lecture at USC Town & Gown Ballroom features Dr. Stacie Bloom, the incoming president of the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation, as keynote speaker. This academic address offers insights into research planning, strategy, and leadership in higher education.

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band @ Kia Forum

Bruce Springsteen with The E Street Band headlines an electrifying arena show at Kia Forum in Inglewood, delivering signature anthems, sweeping guitars, and crowd-ready storytelling to LA fans.

Armenian History Month Opening Ceremony

USC kicks off Armenian History Month with an Opening Ceremony at Hahn Plaza on April 7, 2026, 12:00 PM, uniting campus leaders, students, and the wider Los Angeles Armenian community for a month of cultural celebration and engagement.

SATCHVAI Band @ Terrace Theater, Long Beach Convention Center

Terrace Theater hosts a powerhouse instrumental rock showcase as SATCHVAI Band headlines with Animals As Leaders, Joe Satriani, and Steve Vai at the Long Beach Convention Center. Expect virtuosic guitar solos, intricate riffs, and a high-energy, stadium-ready concert in an elegant venue.

New Year, New Election: District Maps & Midterms

Explore how newly drawn maps may shape the 2026 midterms, with expert analysis on competitiveness, district design, and election-rule implications. Hosted by the University of Southern California, this webinar/presentation invites students, professionals, and policy enthusiasts to a thought-provoking session on redistricting and its political consequences.

Oklahoma City Thunder at Los Angeles Lakers

NBA basketball clash at Crypto.com Arena as the Oklahoma City Thunder visit the Los Angeles Lakers in downtown Los Angeles, delivering fast-paced hoops, star players, and electric, late-night pro basketball.

Headliners of the OR - 54th Anniversary

Celebrating the 54th anniversary of The Original Room at The Comedy Store, this headlining night features top stand-up acts in LA’s iconic club. Expect sharp, high-energy jokes from seasoned comedians in an intimate, legendary venue.

QCSA Speaker Event: Jason Alicea @ Caltech

Caltech hosts a QCSA speaker event featuring Jason Alicea, renowned theoretical physicist, delivering an engaging lecture on quantum physics and condensed-matter theory. The Lauritsen 269 venue offers an intimate academic setting for insights into quantum information and beyond.

Daughters of the Dust

Screening of Julie Dash's Daughters of the Dust (1991) at Vidiots in Los Angeles. A landmark feature told in English and Gullah with subtitles, celebrated for its groundbreaking storytelling, visuals, and cultural impact.

Dallas Mavericks at LA Clippers

Catch an NBA showdown as the Dallas Mavericks visit the LA Clippers at the Intuit Dome. Expect high-flying dunks, fast breaks, and heated rivals in a premier Los Angeles pro basketball clash under bright arena lights. Great for fans seeking intense competition.

Witnesses, Silence, and Survival: Rwanda 1994

Public lecture by Francesco Micaletti-Hinojal (USC) on how Rwandans remember international actors in 1994. The talk examines witness accounts, silence, and survival during the 100-day period, drawing on genocide research and survivor testimony. In-person at Verna and Peter Dauterive Hall with Zoom access.

Roast Battle Stand-Up at The Belly Room

Experience a high-energy Roast Battle at The Belly Room in The Comedy Store, West Hollywood. This stand-up showcase pairs sharp wits and crowd banter in an intimate club setting, delivering fearless humor and backstage vibes in LA.

Charles Duhigg: Supercommunicators Book Discussion

Author Charles Duhigg discusses Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection in a Live Talks LA event in Los Angeles. A focused book discussion with insights on communication, followed by Q&A and a signed copy option.

Reik @ Yaamava' Theater

Dark Tranquillity @ Regent Theater

A heavy metal triple bill starring Dark Tranquillity with Persefone and Soen at Regent Theater in Los Angeles. Expect melodic death-metal riffs, soaring vocals, and a powerful live show in an intimate venue that captures the energy of a premier LA metal night.

Anna Sew Hoy Lecture

An academic-style lecture by artist Anna Sew Hoy, hosted by UCLA's Department of Art at the Hammer Museum. Explore her contemporary practice, materials, and sculpture in a concise, insightful evening in Los Angeles.

Arin Ray @ Blue Note Los Angeles

Arin Ray headlines Blue Note Los Angeles for an intimate night of soulful R&B. The renowned jazz club venue offers close-up sound and a warm atmosphere, delivering polished vocals and tight live grooves on April 7, 2026 at 7 PM.

Spill the Tea: Let's Make Matcha!

Join a hands-on matcha workshop at the Center for Student Services' Large Tent. You'll learn to whisk vibrant green matcha, explore traditional and modern serving ideas, and pick up tips on sourcing and preparation. A casual, student-friendly session perfect for a midday boost and cultural flavor.

Members-Only Screening: The Christophers

Exclusive members-only screening of The Christophers at Film Independent Theater in Los Angeles. This cinematic event features Ian McKellen and offers a curated night of cinema for Film Independent members and their guests.

Mindfulness Garden Stewarding at URC

Join a weekly mindfulness practice in the URC Courtyard as we tend the gardens together—pulling weeds, planting, and caring for the grounds. Led by Robin Mitchell Stroud, this welcoming session blends service, community, and garden stewardship into a calming, heart-opening experience.

CMX Lunch Seminar

A lunchtime math seminar featuring visiting scholar Justin Sirignano, Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford, held in Annenberg 213. Part of the CMX Lunch Seminar series, this talk offers mathematical insights in a concise campus setting.

Paul Brach Visiting Artist Lecture: Douillard–Andrews Conversation

CalArts presents the Paul Brach Visiting Artist Lecture Series with Carole Douillard in conversation with Kathryn Andrews. This insightful talk on contemporary art practice and collaboration takes place at the CalArts Campus in Los Angeles.