Homelessness researchers get real-time data from mobile phone surveys
A fast, low-cost study by the USC Price School’s Homelessness Policy Research Institute sheds light on the health and housing preferences of L.A.’s unhoused population.
Preparing professionals to collaborate with, manage and lead diverse teams
New USC Annenberg program will prepare future communications leaders to create and support inclusive environments, and to help advance equity and representation across the communication landscape.
Good Neighbors Campaign program hopes to promote therapy through theater
Plaza de la Raza collaborates with the USC School of Dramatic Arts on programs to help youth overcome trauma.
Native American doctoral candidate focuses on policy to improve understanding of tribal sovereignty
Social work doctoral candidate Erika Salinas keeps the connection to her Native community at the forefront of her work. As National Native American Heritage Month continues through Wednesday.
Trojan brings her advocacy efforts to Paris Fashion Week
USC Iovine and Young freshman Tiana Day sponsored Ashlyn So, a 14-year-old fashion designer and activist whose work aims to combat Asian hate.
Will Black Panther: Wakanda Forever help make science more diverse?
The blockbuster sequel’s main heroes are young, Black, female scientists. USC experts say that could have a huge impact on Black youngsters who might not otherwise consider a career in science.
USC Rossier Educational Equity Initiative to address inequities in children’s education
Inspired by realities exposed during the pandemic, Dean Pedro Noguera announces a series of projects designed to create transformative educational opportunities for kids in L.A. and across the country.
How young climate activists are making their voices heard at COP27 over Egypt’s protest suppression
Activists aren’t necessarily more aggressive than in the past, but they are using creative and sometime shocking new tactics that are meant to go viral to spread their message.
Bohnett fellow’s ultimate immersive learning experience: Working at the L.A. Board of Supervisors
Katrina Manrique’s interest in policies that better serve people in need of counseling and mental health resources was one of the reasons she applied for the 2022 David C. Bohnett Leadership Fellowship.
New kindergarten in Vietnam to honor USC veterans
The USC Aviation and Security Program has raised money to build a new kindergarten in Vietnam to build the USC Peace Kindergarten.
First-of-its kind regional study explores the new face of veteran needs
USC social work study will survey approximately 3,600 veterans across three counties in Southern California with a goal of improving services.
Why climate change has been missing in action from the 2022 midterm election
While the number of Americans concerned about climate change is increasing, other issues like the economy and threats to democracy rank higher for voters, say USC experts.
USC poll highlights the economy, homelessness and violence against election workers as top voter issues
A recent USC Price poll shows that Golden State voters agree on many issues, such as concerns about inflation and homelessness, but that they are significantly divided on questions about free speech and environmental regulation.
Nearly 3 years since start of pandemic, USC Dornsife report shows how life in L.A. is changing
Overall life satisfaction continues to decline and racial discrimination against Asian and Black Angelenos remains high, but fewer people are planning to leave the county, according to a new LABarometer livability and affordability survey.
USC’s Joint Educational Project celebrates 50 years of service to the community
Since 1972, some 100,000 USC students have taught in classrooms and provided more than a million hours of service to the neighborhoods around the university’s campuses.
New USC Annenberg center empowers climate storytellers
The Center for Climate Journalism and Communication will provide critical training to media, public relations and communications professionals to be climate storytellers who advance a deeper understanding of the consequences of climate change.
Trailblazing pilot and flight instructor M’lis Ward is grateful for women who fought for Title IX
TITLE IX: The former USC basketball player says of the landmark legislation, “It really did make such a huge difference.”
The hidden superpower of the Black Panther films: Scientist role models
Seeing black lead characters who are accomplished scientists could be just the thing to help inspire future generations to follow in their footsteps, USC Dornsife’s Clifford Johnson argues in this piece first published in 2018.
President Biden appoints USC Professor Shaun Harper to national board
Harper, executive director of the USC Race and Equity Center, will join the National Board for Education Sciences, an independent, nonpartisan branch of the U.S. Department of Education that supports research for education practice and policy.
Social work researcher leads groundbreaking guaranteed income study
Assistant Professor B.K. Elizabeth Kim is leading data collection and participant retention for BIG:LEAP, the first study to address income inequality in Los Angeles.
Trojan’s hot sauce company addresses financial inequity in South America with a kick
USC Marshall social entrepreneurship alumna Antoinette Muñoz’s social impact company supports small scale Peruvian chili pepper farmers.
What do Americans think about controversial topics in schools?
Americans widely support teaching K-12 students about slavery and racial inequality, but most don’t want books with LGBTQ themes made available in schools, according to a report from USC researchers.
Does bias exist in online learning?
Study explores whether race and gender of students in virtual spaces impact teacher grading and their recommendations for educational programs.
USC Shoah Foundation announces new leadership
Robert J. Williams will lead the institute, which studies and preserves the stories of survivors and witnesses of the Holocaust and other genocides. Joel Citron is named chair of its Board of Councilors.