05/14/2026
We are proud to celebrate Lori Gaboudian, soon-to-be , who graduates summa cm laude after an exceptional USC journey shaped by research, service, and leadership. She presented at the USC Undergraduate Armenian Studies Research Symposium, interned with the National Association of Women Judges and the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation and Institute, and served as president of the USC Armenian Student Association. Named after Armenia’s Lori Province, she brought a strong sense of purpose and identity to her work at USC.
Reflecting on her time at Gould, she shares: “My experiences at Gould solidified my passion for law and confirmed that law school was the path for me.”
Hear more from Lori:
Q: Which class, professor, and/or experience at USC Gould stands out as the most memorable and/or influential during your time here?
A: LAW 350 – Law & Entrepreneurship with Professor Chasalow stands out as the most memorable and influential class during my time at USC Gould. It was so interesting because Professor Chasalow brought an incredibly engaging teaching style that made complex legal concepts feel accessible and genuinely exciting— it never felt like we were just studying law in the abstract, but rather learning tools we could actually apply. This class changed the way I think about the intersection of law and business, and it's one I'll carry with me long after graduation.
Q: How is your major and/or minor going to help you with your career and future plans?
A: Throughout my time in the Gould Undergraduate Law Program, the classes, professors, and experiences I've had along the way solidified my passion for law and confirmed that law school was the path for me. The program has also helped me identify and strengthen key academic and personal skills, from reading and writing, to research and public speaking, that I know will serve me well going forward. The introduction I've received to what a legal education and career can look like is unparalleled, and I'm proud to be continuing that journey as an incoming J.D. Candidate at USC Gould School of Law!
