Dr. Olu Orange

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Olu K. Orange is an Assistant Professor of Practice in Political Science at USC Dornsife, specializing in International Relations. He is the Director of the USC Dornsife Trial Advocacy Program, overseeing various components such as the USC Mock Trial Team and the Trial Advocacy class. He also founded the USC Dornsife Agents of Change Civil Rights Advocacy Initiative, promoting civil rights education for undergraduates. His academic journey includes a Juris Doctor from Howard University School of Law and a Bachelor’s degree in Legal Communication from the same institution. He has a rich background in legal education, having served on the faculty of the National Institute Trial Advocacy and contributed to Harvard Law School's Clinical Trial Advocacy Course. His research interests span legal methodology, civil rights issues, and litigation strategies, particularly in federal courts. Orange has received numerous accolades for his contributions to civil rights law, including honors from the Daily Journal and the California Lawyer, reflecting his impact on the legal landscape and education.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor of Practice

2023-08-16 — 2026-08-15

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and directing legal advocacy programs.

Faculty

2007-01-01 — 2025-12-31

National Institute Trial Advocacy • N/A

Instructing future legal professionals.

Faculty Teaching Team

2006-01-01 — 2025-12-31

Harvard Law School • Cambridge, MA

Contributing to trial advocacy education.

Awards

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Top Lawyer Decade

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Super Lawyers – Civil Rights/First Amendment

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California Lawyer Attorney Year (CLAY) Award

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.