New podcast journalism fellowship supports fresh voices
The Luminary Fellowship program from USC Annenberg and the Sacks Family Foundation seeks to increase diversity in the podcast industry.
For USC hybrid physical therapy students, immersion is everything
The university’s unique program requires students to spend nearly 60 days in on-campus immersions, giving them the opportunity to refine their skills and solidify everything they’ve learned online.
Randy Lein, former USC and Arizona State men’s golf coach, 69
The Pac-12 “Coach of the Century” led the Trojans to nine NCAA appearances and two conference titles.
Business-savvy veterans now have access to free guidance from USC law students
USC Gould’s Small Business Clinic has partnered with USC Marshall’s Master of Business for Veterans program, allowing students from both schools to gain practical experience.
USC 2019 | The USC News headlines you had to share
✌ Year in review: Your favorite stories of the year run the gamut, from a profile of the Class of 2023 to a clue as to why women and men disagree on how warm the office should be.
What is a hangover exactly, and what can we do to recover?
Just in time for the holidays, two faculty members and one PhD student at the USC School of Pharmacy break down the biology of the hangover.
USC 2019 | A year of transformation and a new course for the university
✌ Year in review: The university takes a number of dramatic steps with one goal — get back on track.
New year, same you? USC professors offer research-based tips for sticking with your New Year’s resolutions
Whether you’re trying to quit smoking or lose weight, USC experts want to help you think positively, set realistic goals and follow through on your resolutions for 2020.
Revisiting the 1969 storm that defined California surfing
In 1969, an El Nino storm pounded the coast of California, producing epic waves and a legendary winter of surf. USC Dornsife experts weigh in on the past — and future — of surfing in the Golden State.
USC 2019 | Did you spot these celebs on campus?
✌ Year in review: USC never fails to draw the big names — it’s one perk of being smack dab in the middle of La La Land. Check out the stars who captivated the Trojan Family this year.
This holiday, take photos for fun, not for social media
New research from USC Marshall finds that taking photos can actually make experiences more enjoyable, as long as you’re not taking them just to share with others.
USC 2019 | The year in athletics: Crosstown Cup captured and records broken on land and sea
✌ Year in review: From the first USC Pac-12 title in women’s lacrosse to four NCAA championship runners-up, Trojans made their presence felt across the collegiate sporting world.
USC 2019 | Research that makes a difference in health, the environment and more
✌ Year in review: USC scientists are serious about changing the world. Take a look at some of this year’s discoveries that are already positively affecting people’s lives.
USC 2019 | Inspiring Trojans who made this a year of hope
✌ Year in review: These uplifting stories about USC students, doctors and other thoughtful Trojans brightened our hearts and stirred our spirit. Share the joy!
In a season of giving, this student startup is transforming how we think about philanthropy
Duet — a student-built microphilanthropy startup — looks to connect donors with refugees and their family-owned stores in a more personalized and dignified way.
Disney CEO Robert Iger discusses the secret to his success
Time’s Businessperson of the Year for 2019 shared his expert insights on leadership, creativity and the need to trust your instincts.
Tracy Tutor’s path from USC to million dollar listings on Bravo and beyond
As both a real estate agent and a cast member on Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles, she’s benefitted from her acting training at the USC School of Dramatic Arts.
USC Libraries name finalists for 32nd annual Scripter Awards
The awards honor the year’s most accomplished film and television adaptations, as well as the works on which they are based.
Social media bots often tweet fake health claims about cannabis, USC study reveals
Researchers analyzed tens of thousands of tweets and found that social bots frequently shared false information about cannabis’s medicinal benefits.
New nanotechnology will make it easier to detect blocked arteries
USC Viterbi researchers have discovered how to pinpoint arteries that are partially blocked by symptomless, rupture-prone plaque.
Rex Johnston, two-sport USC athlete who played in NFL and MLB, 82
Johnston — who scored the winning run in the 1958 College World Series championship game — is one of just two Trojans to have played in football’s and baseball’s big leagues.
Here’s one way to get more diversity in science and health fields
When you don’t know any doctors or scientists, it can be tough to imagine becoming one. The USC STAR program introduces teens to real lab work, and it’s one of many initiatives supported by the university’s Good Neighbors Campaign.
Three Trojans receive prestigious Schwarzman scholarship to study in China
The USC trio will explore trends in business, media and culture during a one-year master’s program at Tsinghua University.
Earl Paysinger, USC vice president of civic engagement and community leader, 64
As a police officer and later a university administrator, he worked tirelessly to strengthen the bonds between L.A. residents and their neighborhoods.