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Welcome to 

STUDENTS WITH

USC MUSEUMS

Where Passion Meets Opportunity

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Whether you are an art enthusiast or simply curious about the world of art, SUM provides everyone an opportunity to discuss, learn, and develop their skills and knowledge on all things museums and art. Our members have the unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the prestigious USC Fisher Museum of Art and the USC Pacific Asia Museum. With chances to connect with museum staff and participate in unprecedented experiences, our organization provides a vibrant community for students to expand their passion for all things artistic.

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OUR MISSION

Our mission is to create a space for students to learn, socialize, and develop necessary skills through experiential learning at the USC Fisher Museum and USC Pacific Asia Museum. We strive to provide unique opportunities for our members to network with professionals, gain insights into museum careers, and foster a community of passionate art lovers. This organization is dedicated to celebrating all things art, and we invite all USC students to join our vibrant community. Here we strive to cultivate a deeper appreciation for museum culture.

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Events & Exhibitions Calendar 

Stay up-to-date by regularly checking our calendar for the latest events, talks, and experiences happening at SUM and our partnered museums! 
 

  • Ken Gonzales- Day: History’s “Nevermade”
    Ken Gonzales- Day: History’s “Nevermade”
    August 19, 2025 – March 14, 2026
    August 19, 2025 – March 14, 2026
    Visit the USC Fisher's exhibition of Ken Gonzales-Day's work. Explore his decorated career through over 100 works on display - from photography and videography, to his drawings and paintings. For more information visit: https://fisher.usc.edu/exhibitions/ken-gonzales-day-historys-nevermade/
  • Bruce Nauman: From the Collection
    Bruce Nauman: From the Collection
    Aug 31–Oct 13, 2025
    Visit LACMA's installations of Bruce Nauman's "Lewidr" (1972) and "For Beginners (all the combinations of the thumb and finger)" (2010); which prove insightful into the operations of language and command. For more information: https://www.lacma.org/art/exhibition/bruce-nauman-collection
  • Now Showing: Youssef Nabil’s I Saved My Belly Dancer
    Now Showing: Youssef Nabil’s I Saved My Belly Dancer
    Aug 24, 2025–Jan 11, 2026
    Come view Youssef Nabil's 2015 video piece starring Tahar Rahim and Salma Hayek. For more information: https://www.lacma.org/art/exhibition/now-showing-youssef-nabils-i-saved-my-belly-dancer
  • The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior-Princes of Ancient Greece
    The Kingdom of Pylos: Warrior-Princes of Ancient Greece
    Jun 27, 2025 – Jan 12, 2026
    Visit the Getty's newest showing of Late Bronze Age! artifacts and artistry from Messenia! For more information visit: https://www.getty.edu/exhibitions/pylos/
  • Going Places: Travel in the Middle Ages
    Going Places: Travel in the Middle Ages
    Sep 2 - November 30, 2025
    Visit the Getty to see their new exhibit on manuscripts from the Middle Ages as they illustrate the various modes of travel utilized at the time. For more information visit: https://www.getty.edu/exhibitions/going-places/

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