Watch a trailer for Unbroken, a new film directed by Angelina Jolie about Louis Zamperini, the USC Trojan Olympian who was taken prisoner by Japanese forces during World War II. Co-written by Joel Coen and Ethan Coen, the Christmas Day release is based on the book by Laura Hillenbrand.
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“He has been an American hero who has inspired millions through his courage and his character.”
With a movie about his life set to come out in December, Louis Zamperini may be 97, but he’s young at heart.
These Trojans — second- and third-generation athletes — have a distinct advantage, not just in knowledge but also in genetics.
The track star’s journey is one of USC Athletics’ stories celebrating and documenting its proud African-American heritage.
Thousands of trees create a park-like feel on the University Park Campus. Michael Wallich’s mission is to keep them all healthy and happy.
The second baseman played for six years with the Yankees organization, then returned to L.A.’s Dorsey High to coach baseball and football.
USC dentistry Professor Janet Moradian-Oldak is developing a special hydrogel that can promote the growth of an enamel-like surface on teeth and remineralize the dentin.