Smiles, Tears and Pride: Trojans Worldwide Cheer on the Class of 2020
USC graduates, friends and family celebrate at home to Fight On against the coronavirus.
USC joins amicus brief strongly supporting lawsuit filed by Harvard and MIT
The university also is working with legislators and our fellow educational institutions to find solutions to protect international students in the wake of this week’s ICE announcement, President Carol L. Folt announces.
Military student embraces change in USC pre-college summer program
Colin Roedl — a college-bound student who lives in Germany — presses forward during a wildly different summer session at USC, seeing opportunity in a time of upheaval.
Hands-on Topics Can’t Be Taught Online? Think Again
How do you teach drama without a stage? Jam together as a jazz band online? Dissect a frog without the frog? You get creative.
New hotline will guide students through the college admissions process
The College Access For All hotline can help students apply to schools, navigate financial aid and better understand how to pay for their education during COVID-19.
Meet a pair of incoming Trojans and the USC doctor who saved their lives
Long before joining the Class of 2024, twins Ashley and Aspen Somers defied the odds and were born healthy thanks to a pioneering fetal surgeon who has also found his way to USC.
Experienced administrator Kedra Ishop to oversee USC admissions and enrollment
Ishop brings decades of higher education experience to her new role as vice president for enrollment management at USC.
Esteemed tax scholar and USC Gould Professor Edward Kleinbard, 68
The committed educator and influential author passed away June 28.
Architect Paul Revere Williams’ archive acquired by USC and the Getty
The USC School of Architecture and the Getty Research Institute will work together to preserve and promote Williams’ legacy as a USC alum and legendary Black architect in Los Angeles.
USC schedules discussions and issues statements of support in wake of George Floyd protests
“This moment is our call to action,” says USC President Carol L. Folt. “It will be challenging to confront directly issues like racism in our community, but we must.”
Campus kitchen cooks for seniors during coronavirus
A university kitchen that normally prepares student meals is crafting healthy fare for L.A.’s older adults in need.
USC community commemorates Juneteenth with virtual celebration
Professors, administrators and students all shared words of remembrance and personal stories at the university’s inaugural Juneteenth event.
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.
‘It definitely felt like a victory’: USC students share thoughts on Supreme Court DACA decision
There’s a feeling of celebration — but three students we spoke with are already focused on what’s next.
USC to mark Juneteenth with intercampus celebration
The online gathering will include student tributes, artistic performances and other celebrations of Black heritage.
As Juneteenth approaches, USC experts examine the persistence of racism and resistance
This year, the celebration of emancipation comes amid protests that beg the question: How far has America really come since 1865?
USC’s custodial crew steps up cleaning efforts to reduce coronavirus danger
Intense daily disinfecting work by a dedicated team of custodians keeps essential employees and others across USC’s two main campuses safer amid the COVID-19 emergency.
Virtual gala celebrates 2020 grads of USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative
This year’s graduates of USC Leslie and William McMorrow Neighborhood Academic Initiative were recognized for their perseverance during uncertain times; all 94 scholars will be attending college in the fall.
2020 grad found her calling — and romance — at USC
Having found both her life’s passion and her partner at USC Dornsife, poet and playwright Catherine Theis recently graduated with a PhD in creative writing.
California’s community colleges partner with USC to oppose racism
The USC Race and Equity Center is uniting with 60 state community colleges to help their administrators and faculty better address the concerns of students and employees of color.
USC removes controversial building name, takes other actions
USC President Carol L. Folt announces six immediate actions, including the removal of the name “von KleinSmid” from the Center for International and Public Affairs, the establishment of a Community Advisory Board for the Department of Public Safety and more.
Student and alumni connections grow through Trojans to Trojans Initiative
Thousands of experienced alumni build relationships with current and recently graduated students through the Trojan Network online platform.
Saying their names: USC hosts online vigil for Black lives lost
The Trojan Family honors George Floyd and the other Black lives lost to racism and oppression. The vigil included 8 minutes and 46 seconds of silence — the amount of time a Minneapolis police officer pressed his knee against Floyd’s neck until he died.
Steve Kay recognized for 25 years of studying circadian rhythms in plants
The decorated USC professor received an award from the Society for Research on Biological Rhythms for decades of research into the mustard plant.