In memoriam: Joyce Mann, director of USC Price’s International Public Policy and Management Program
The dedicated educator and administrator was also an ace at contract bridge.
Naval officer trades his wings for academic pursuits and teaching opportunity
Pilot Jack Tribolet will pursue a master’s in public diplomacy at USC Annenberg and teach naval history and science in USC’s highly competitive Navy ROTC program.
USC Radio Group names public broadcasting executive as its new president
James A. Muhammad will oversee Classical California, the No. 1 classical music radio station network in the nation, which operates KUSC-FM in Los Angeles and KDFC-FM in San Francisco.
Changing the Playing Field
When Title IX—the landmark legislation that prohibits sex discrimination in educational institutions that receive federal funding—was signed into law in 1972, it had an immediate impact at USC. Here, we celebrate the progress USC has made and the women who’ve helped pave the way for gender equity in all aspects of USC’s programming, from education to employment and extracurricular opportunities.
Lights, Camera … Travel!
How USC and the American Film Showcase are changing the world, one film at a time.
USC chemists create greener research labs
Professors are implementing sustainable processes and using equipment that generates less heat — and that’s just the start.
Trojan trailblazer cherishes being 1st woman to receive USC athletic scholarship
TITLE IX: Tennis standout Barbara Hallquist DeGroot quickly made a name for herself, winning back-to-back national collegiate singles titles in the 1970s. She later returned to USC as a volunteer coach.
Photos: Alum Dr. Joseph Medicine Crow is Namesake of USC Building
Renaming a landmark for historian and war chief of the Apsáalooke (Crow) Nation portends a new age for Trojans.
USC to make historic move to Big Ten Conference in 2024
The university will take the historic step of joining the Big Ten Conference in 2024, a move that will position USC and its student-athletes for long-term success in both athletics and academics.
Message from President Carol L. Folt to the USC community regarding the Big Ten Conference
The president discusses the decision to join the Big Ten Conference.
President Folt outlines ‘moonshots’ including computer, health sciences initiatives
In her first in-person State of the University speech, she lays out her blueprint for the university’s future.
Heartfelt tributes and joyous reunions highlight USC Title IX celebration
TITLE IX: On the 50th anniversary of the landmark legislation, women of Troy and allies look back — and ahead.
USC Gould School of Law announces new Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies
Innovative undergraduate degree provides comprehensive foundation in law and legal infrastructure.
USC panel offers complex perspectives on Juneteenth holiday
“How does one be celebratory when thinking about a history of over 250 years of enslavement?” USC’s chief inclusion and diversity officer asks.
How Dad inspired me: Professors reflect on their fathers’ influence
With Father’s Day on our minds, seven USC faculty members share touching stories of how their dads helped shape who they are today.
USC repeats as overall winner of Pac-12 Zero Waste Challenge for basketball
The university, which prioritizes sustainability, also was named overall winner for Pac-12 Zero Waste Challenge for the 2021 football season. USC has now earned the overall recognition four times.
Suzanne Nora Johnson elected chair of USC Board of Trustees
The USC alumna is an internationally recognized leader who has served in key roles at major nonprofit and corporate organizations.
Alumni Association’s past president John Iino joins USC Board of Trustees
The globally respected lawyer has a long record of advocacy in diversity, equity and inclusion.
Four Years Later: New Graduates Reflect on USC Experience
Four years ago, Nadia Filanovsky, Lauren Gilmour, Anthony Llamas, Neysa Sanghavi, Meg Schwartz and Leily Zhu were new Trojans. Now, these members of the Class of 2022 talk about how USC lived up to their expectations.
‘You Feel Like You’re Connected to Something More’
USC rock garden, opened in April, creates a contemplative space for Trojan family of 1940s dental student Tadashi “Tad” Ochiai.
USC Juneteenth celebration to focus on ‘triumph over adversity’
The newest federal holiday is seen as opportunity to acknowledge centuries of struggle and to celebrate courage.
USC Bovard College graduate makes lasting impact on LGBTQ+ curriculum
🏳️🌈 PRIDE MONTH: When Charli Gross expressed concerns over his program’s LGBTQ+ course section, the professor quickly acknowledged Gross’ criticism to the class and started the updating process.
Doug Emhoff, husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, visits USC Shoah Foundation
The USC Gould alum’s visit includes an exploration of some of the institute’s 55,000 video testimonies of genocides around the world.
Exemplary Trojans Honored at 2022 USC Alumni Awards
At the 88th annual Alumni Awards gala in April, the Trojan Family celebrated notable leaders who showcase the best of the Trojan spirit. The 2022 USC alumni awards recipients were recognized for bringing distinction to the university.