USC’s Unsung Heroes of the Pandemic
They disinfect hospital rooms and feed neighbors in need. These members of the Trojan Family take action in times of crisis.
6 Celebrities Who Guest Starred in a USC Online Class
Check out the famous faces that popped up on USC students’ phone and computer screens during the spring 2020 semester.
USC Military Alumni Serve as Heroes in Pandemic
Whether on planes, trucks or ships, Trojans use their training and USC connections to help communities facing COVID-19.
Peace Corps Opened a New Chapter for a USC Grad. Then the Pandemic Hit
With her service cut short, Sierra Drummond’s path to discovering herself and the world was put on pause.
‘I Became a Cop to Fight Injustice. We Need to Do Better’
The LAPD reserve officer and USC radiation oncology specialist talks about combating racism as a society.
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.
Entertainment industry leader Corii Berg joins USC Board of Trustees
The USC alumnus and longtime university supporter plans to emphasize inclusion, access and connection in his new role.
Amy King Dundon-Berchtold, real estate investor and longtime USC supporter, 74
The philanthropist and her family had strong ties to USC and supported student scholarships, the USC Rossier School of Education, USC Athletics and many other university programs.
USC-educated immunobiologist receives prestigious Soros Fellowship
Eric Hoyeon Song, who graduated from USC Dornsife with a bachelor’s in biochemistry, is one of 30 academics to receive the 2020 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans.
USC alumni join push to protect doctors, nurses and other health care heroes from COVID-19
Trojans across the world are stepping up in this time of need with 3D printing expertise, generous donations and countless acts of kindness in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
A Trojan Brings Engineering Know-How to Marketing
Young alum Grant Whitney applies his engineering smarts to marketing. The guiding star on his career journey: working with people.
Meet Two Trojan Mentors Who are Paying It Forward
Alumni find rewards in helping the next generation of USC students succeed and thrive.
Will Ferrell sends words of encouragement to USC students, staff and faculty
The USC alumnus checks in on his fellow Trojans — and hints at a surprise to come.
USC Career Center goes virtual, keeping students connected
Despite a global pandemic, Career Services is still linking students to jobs and employers and helping them navigate a new world of online internships.
USC Alum Matt Petersen Believes in a Greener L.A.
The enthusiastic optimist sees opportunities for sustainability around every corner.
Pulitzer Prize finalist finds his best stories within data
Award-winning reporter and USC Annenberg alum Emmanuel Martinez credits his love of math with helping him dig up stories that other journalists haven’t uncovered.
A game show champ and USC Dornsife alum makes his mark on Hollywood
Early stints on Jeopardy! and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire fed Ken Basin’s love for Hollywood, where he now oversees business affairs for Paramount Television Studios.
Trojan Dentists Keep Los Angeles Football Club Players Smiling
When one of LAFC’s soccer players chips a tooth or hurts his jaw, a dental team of USC grads stands ready to help.
As one of the Tuskegee Airmen, this 100-year-old USC alum helped reshape the military
Ted Lumpkin Jr. overcame segregation and served honorably during World War II, even bringing some of the lessons he learned to his post-war career in social work.
A Trip of a Lifetime Helps Trojans Honor the Past
A journey through Europe gives Trojans unforgettable lessons from World War II.
Alumna Gives Rural Chinese Students a Window to a Wider World
USC Price graduate Jingying Wu started the Little Fir Foundation to help children pursue their dreams for college and beyond.
Metrolink CEO Puts L.A. Public Transportation on the Fast Track
Mass transit will have to play a bigger role in the growing county’s future, says USC alumna Stephanie Wiggins.
Not your typical paleontologist: USC alum takes pride in breaking molds
After earning her PhD in Earth sciences from USC Dornsife, Jingmai O’Connor has carved out an award-winning career as a paleontologist in China.
Underground restaurant launches USC alum’s career
Chef Alex Chang used the power of the Trojan community — and a secret campus supper club — to find his true passion.