In 1921, Harry Pryor, Harry Kennedy and Lindley Bothwell saw a need to create an organization that espoused all the traditions of the University of Southern California and also had a commitment to the university and the surrounding community. This would be an organization whose members would always strive to embody the 5 attributes of a Trojan: faithful, scholarly, skillful, courageous and ambitious. What they established were the Trojan Knights. The Trojan Knights are committed to serving the university in any way possible and to helping cultivate good relations with the surrounding community.

Knights have planned and executed some of the most important events in the history of USC. These events include: Swim with Mike, card stunts, escorting President Roosevelt, and a multitude of other events. The Trojan Knights are also the custodians of the Victory Bell and the protectors of campus during Troy Week.

Trojan Knights have a rich history of service to the USC community. One of our largest philanthropic projects was Homeless Awareness Week, which raised thousands of dollars for underprivileged people in the USC community. Some current projects include a charity bowling tournament called Knight Bowl, which benefits Troy Camp and a pumpkin carving event during Halloween that is in cooperation with one of the nearby elementary schools. There are also brand new projects already in the works for this year.

Many Trojan Knight activities in the fall center around Trojan Football From tailgating before each game and cheering from the front of the student section to just getting together to watch an away game, this is a group of men who bleed cardinal and gold. We'll see you at the Rose Bowl!!