USC Event Permit Application


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Event: A scheduled gathering of 25 or more people.
Meeting: Meetings where food is served to 25 or more people require a permit. Meetings where no food or beverage is served are considered meetings and not gatherings or events, and do not require a permit, unless it meets specific criteria or requires FPM services. Meetings that have snacks (limited food & beverages such as donuts, coffee, cookies or other simple snacks) do not require a permit.
Definition of a University event: Any event that is organized, sponsored or funded by the university, USC students, faculty, staff, schools, departments, units or a university sponsor would qualify. This includes events on USC’s campuses and buildings, and at all off-campus locations/facilities, whether owned by USC or a third party.
Trojan Event Services and USC Private Events and Conferences have 6 digit reservation numbers. Please include if applicable. If not, please enter 6 zeros. (000000).
 Please provide your contact person / dept when you reserved this space
Please indicate the contact with whom you requested the venue reservation with.
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Please use full location name, no abbreviations
Please list full location address, no abbrevations
"See Campus Map" with this link : https://visit.usc.edu/maps-directions/
Please specify building and classroom
Please use full location name, no abbreviations
No abbrevations campus location, all the locations








"See Campus Map" with this link : https://visit.usc.edu/maps-directions/
Please provide your contact person / dept when you reserved this space?
"See Campus Map" with this link : https://visit.usc.edu/maps-directions/
Please provide your contact person / dept when you reserved this space?
"See Campus Map" with this link : https://visit.usc.edu/maps-directions/
Please provide your contact person / dept when you reserved this space?
Please provide a short description of the event/meeting.
What will take place, who are the invitees and describe the purpose.
Select all options that apply.
Any event held on a football game day Saturday
A tailgate permit is required for all groups tailgating on campus. Reservations must be submitted three weeks before the game to avoid late fees.
To register for a tailgate permit visit: https://gameday.usc.edu/tailgate-registration/
If yes please contact Trojan event services for steps on how to approve at https://trojanevents.usc.edu
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Select all options that apply.
Special attendees include dignitaries, celebrities, political candidates, government officials, or high-profile individuals
Select all options that apply.
DPS reviews all events and may require the use of security services
Parking reservations should be submitted at least 14 business days prior to event date.
Submit your reservation request at: https://cateringapprovals.usc.edu/parkingrequests/new/
Please contact USC transportation office for reservations:
https://transnet.usc.edu/index.php/parking-reservations/
Vehicles such as rental trucks, food trucks and other delivery vehicles
Select all options that apply.
Please describe which media/platform you will be using.
Select all options that apply
Please note that not all items may be approved and Food and Beverages are included in its own section below.
If you selected "Yes" - Licensed vendor must be used to make the item(s). https://trademarks.usc.edu/promotional-licensees
If you selected "No" - Please attach an image of the non-USC design(s) or describe the item.
Select all options that apply
Please note that not all items may be approved and Food and Beverages are included in its own section below.
If you selected "Yes" - Licensed vendor must be used to make the item(s). https://trademarks.usc.edu/promotional-licensees
If you selected "No" - Please attach an image of the non-USC design(s) or describe the item.
Select all options that apply.
To request FPM services, fill out the event checklist located on the FPM website:
https://fpm.usc.edu/facilities-management-services/events-planning/
If yes please contact FPM for your zero-waste event.
For info on how to host a zero waste event, visit https://sustainability.usc.edu/take-action/plan-a-sustainable-event
(Ex. blood pressure screenings, mobile blood drive, dental care, Covid related testing, etc)
A single tent or multiple tents larger than 450 square feet or large structures such as
bounce houses, Ferris wheels, and/or temporary event structures taller than 12 feet
Select all options that apply.
Some Props may require approval from Department of Public Safety (DPS), Fire Safety and Risk Management
Select all options that apply.
Some Special Effects may require approval from Department of Public Safety (DPS), Fire Safety and Risk Management
Please note: All events who plan to serve alcohol require additional approval via a form and separate application.
Form available at: https://trojanevents.usc.edu/forms-and-permits/
Alcohol request application: https://cateringapprovals.usc.edu/alcoholrequests/new
If caterer is not USC Hospitality please go to https://cateringapprovals.usc.edu/foodrequests/new/ for approval.
Caterers not currently approved by USC require the submission of a current City Health Permit,
General Liability Insurance (with USC listed as an additional insured) and Auto Liability Insurance.
List the names of all catering vendors being used
Select all options that apply.
Requires Special Approval

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