Trojan Candy was the second person in line at the Galen Center south door. I wanted to get a prime seat to take pictures of my USC student-athlete friends who were being honored by the USC Athletic Office.
When the doors opened, I was slowed down by the metal detector, but still managed to rush inside and get two aisle seats right at the end of the ramp. Perfect!
Then I saw Jennifer Noriega, who was in charge of the Celebration, and asked her if I could walk up on stage to take pictures of the awards. She said, "Yes" and off I went. Thanks, Jennifer!
After every Senior was seated, Athletic Director Lynn Swann welcomed everyone.
Then President C.L. Max Nikias spoke to the Athletes. He told them that "...most of your life will come after the glory days of your youth. You earned an excellent education and made good relationships here. Build a good reputation and live wisely and well."