Eric Lindberg
Eric Lindberg is a special projects writer with USC University Communications. He previously worked as an editor and writer with the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. He is a USC graduate with a degree in print journalism.
Stories by Eric Lindberg:
Residential college at USC Village renamed in honor of gift
USC Trustee William McMorrow and his wife, Leslie, endowed the college to provide a dynamic educational community for students.
In memoriam: Yang Ho Cho, transportation executive and USC trustee
The successful businessman earned his MBA from USC and led a global conglomerate that spanned many industries.
Swim With Mike helps standout athlete move forward after tragic accident
Master’s student and aspiring screenwriter Tyler Hoog finds friendship and hope through the USC scholarship initiative for athletes with physical disabilities.
USC medical leaders promote social justice as key step toward healing society’s ills
Preventive medicine expert Ricky Bluthenthal is leading the effort to pursue fairness in health and well-being at the Keck School of Medicine of USC’s new Office for Social Justice.
USC’s trees thrive under watchful eye of dedicated campus arborist
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.
Mindfulness could be a key to recovering from substance abuse, USC experts say
Initial studies with young adults show dramatic drops in stress, cravings, impulsivity and risk of relapse after practicing mindfulness.
New gift strengthens USC Schaeffer Center’s influence in health policy
USC Trustee Leonard D. Schaeffer and his wife, Pamela, donate $17 million to the center they founded a decade ago to support rigorous research addressing health policy challenges.
Police badge is latest achievement for aspiring neuroscientist
USC student and radiation oncology specialist Faisal Rashid recently became the LAPD’s first Bangladeshi sworn officer through its reserve program.
USC steps up recycling and composting efforts in move toward zero waste
The university is diverting more of its trash from landfills to meet its ambitious sustainability goals.
First-generation USC students gain career and life advice from alumni mentors
Undergrads and alumni meet up regularly to polish resumes, practice networking skills and bond over shared first-gen experiences through a USC Career Center initiative.
Spring admits have new resource to ease their worries about adjusting to college: their peers
Seasoned USC students share their spring admit experience with incoming freshmen and transfer students through a new ambassador program.
New course on thriving at USC and beyond earns rave reviews
In a low-stress class geared toward incoming freshmen, students develop skills to lead balanced and fulfilling lives.
New ethics and compliance leader brings a focus on values
Stacy Giwa is helping the university reflect on and strengthen its culture, emphasizing ethical decision-making and transparency.
USC boosts prevention and outreach efforts to reduce sexual and relationship violence on campus
New training programs and prevention specialists emphasize a community approach to curbing sexual assault and promoting healthy relationships.
Parents’ sacrifices drive first-generation USC student to succeed
Seeing her mom and dad work tough jobs to survive motivates USC Mork Scholar Jacqueline Martinez to provide them and others in similar circumstances with a better life.
USC’s green guru tackles myths about sustainability
Ever wonder why USC doesn’t have solar panels on its buildings? Or whether the dining halls serve sustainable food? The university’s sustainability specialist takes on tough questions about going green at USC.
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USC football player uses his star power to help others
Tight end Daniel Imatorbhebhe has embraced community service, extending his impact at USC far beyond the gridiron.
She couldn’t finish her degree at USC — but now she’s helping others avoid the same fate
Unexpected financial hardship forced Ann Marie Manahan to leave USC midway through her studies. Decades later, she created a scholarship to help USC students struggling to afford school.
USC women’s basketball team takes the lead on community service
The hoops team uses its platform to inspire local kids and help others in need as part of Trojan Outreach, USC’s community volunteer program for student-athletes.
USC student-athletes a force for good in L.A. through outreach work
Trojans teach kids about sustainability, help veterans and take on tough issues like homelessness.
New director of professionalism and ethics emphasizes collaboration, communication
Mark Manley plans to strengthen USC’s culture of integrity and accountability while tracking sensitive complaints and investigations across the university.
Sisters embrace a spirit of service at USC
Nikki and Shaliz Aflatooni immersed themselves in volunteer opportunities as undergrads — their way of giving back after receiving merit scholarships.