Tiny shelter built by architecture students could offer a solution to homelessness
Sample house is built with materials from the streets and alleys of L.A., then raffled off to benefit rescue mission.
Patient visits inspire USC scientist’s lab work toward curing rarely diagnosed disease
The development of a crystal structure gives molecular biologist a clear view of how myasthenia graves behaves.
Every USC Hybrid High graduate is going to college — again
Supported by family and others, the school’s second class of seniors learns how to be the best version of themselves.
New gift ensures hundreds more L.A. children will embrace reading
USC’s Kinder 2 College program helps children from surrounding neighborhoods to become proficient in reading and writing by the end of third grade.
Barbie’s house is no dream for dolls in wheelchairs
Play spaces can be better designed to include children (and adults) with disabilities.
Poor diet, plus Alzheimer’s gene, may fuel the disease
Could a healthy diet spare people who have an Alzheimer’s gene from developing the disease? USC researchers suggest the issue deserves more study.
Researchers, LAFD take aim at reducing misuse of emergency medical services
USC joins with department to reduce the percentage of misdirected calls from older adults.
USC’s groundbreaking Neighborhood Academic Initiative honors 60 newest graduates
Joining in the festivities is actor Mark Hamill, a longtime supporter of the intense college-prep program that helps students living near the USC campuses.
Scholar without borders bridges three continents to improve health care
✌ Class of 2017: Jack Huebner aims to advance medicine in sub-Saharan Africa.
Researchers create roadmap of bipolar disorder and how it affects the brain
Global study reveals thinning of gray matter in brain regions responsible for inhibition and emotion.
Where have the trees gone? L.A. area’s green cover down dramatically in just 10 years
USC Dornsife researchers say mass-produced dwellings and home expansion have reduced residential green cover as much as 55 percent.
USC Annenberg students and radio’s California Report examine Trump presidency
‘At Risk’ series documented by young journalists looks at timely issues faced by local communities.
High school students present their visions for a better East L.A.
Teens propose ways to boost public safety and build local pride in their neighborhood at USC Price urban planning event.
Social upheaval in America: Why so many working-class whites are dying in midlife
USC Presidential Professor Angus Deaton and his colleague look at the rising trend of deaths from drug overdose, alcohol-related disease and suicide.
‘Wild’ ideas about how to end homelessness unveiled at USC event
Social workers, tech experts and community leaders note new policy and service initiatives from city, county and state governments.
How to bridge America Divided: conversation and empathy
USC Price, Annenberg discussion on EPIX series explores ways to overcome the national gap in vital areas.
Teen journalists make Boyle Heights their beat
With support from USC’s Good Neighbors Campaign, reporters and editors bring the Boyle Heights Beat newspaper — and the community — to life.
Making the home safer for seniors in their time of need
An attention to detail makes USC alum a sought-after specialist who oversees home renovation projects for aging people.
USC team wins global health case competition
Setting aside jobs and schedules, Trojans from four USC schools claim victory in an international event focusing on mental health in Liberia.
From the boots up: Local workers get help from Trojans
Support from faculty, staff and friends leads to career advancement at USC Village.
Returning veterans discussed at state’s Senate VA Committee hearing
Vets concerned that employers and co-workers may assume they have PTSD or are prone to violence, researcher says.
L.A. County’s seven female police chiefs share personal insights
USC Price convenes the leaders who talk about broken barriers, building communities and inspiring others.
White families with children are drawn to less diverse neighborhoods, schools
A lack of diversity could affect the development of racial attitudes, future education and employment, USC study finds.
Database project reveals L.A.’s most hazardous time to drive, and more
USC Annenberg and USC Viterbi join to report on accident-prone roadways and the worst interchanges.