Gift supports biomedical therapeutics at USC
Retired ophthalmologist Allen Ginsburg and his wife, Charlotte, donate $10 million to name the USC Institute for Biomedical Therapeutics.
$20 million gift creates research center on longevity and aging at USC
Mei-Lee Ney’s donation is the largest in the history of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.
USC’s life-changing college-prep program for local youth receives transformative gift
William and Leslie McMorrow’s donation endows the Neighborhood Academic Initiative, ensuring ongoing support for future generations of promising students in South and East Los Angeles.
Trojan Marching Band pavilion named for Director Arthur C. Bartner
Gift from Stephen G. Johnson and Rosemarie Torres Johnson names the pavilion, the first dedicated space for the band in its 138-year history.
Gift boosts lung disease research at Keck School of Medicine of USC
USC scientists developing new treatments and cures for pulmonary diseases will benefit from a $12.5 million donation from the Hastings Foundation.
$3 million gift creates cross-cultural communication chair at USC Annenberg
The chair’s first holder is Josh Kun, USC professor and historian who uses music to examine the connections we have to each other.
Patient boosts USC Norris gynecologic cancer research with $1.1 million estate gift
The Hilda and Bruno Haug Ovarian Cancer Research Fund will support genetic sequencing for women’s cancers, among other projects.
Shelly and Ofer Nemirovsky endow USC provost’s chair
Their generous gift will ensure the university continues to attract and support accomplished academic leaders. USC Provost Michael Quick is the chair’s first holder.
Students with a passion for social justice find a home at USC’s Bohnett Residential College
For students passionate about making the world a better place, Bohnett Residential College is the home they’ve been looking for.
Civil debate amid partisan politics? USC students keep hope alive
The Trojan Debate Squad, USC’s oldest chartered student organization, is gaining momentum. It teaches critical analysis and reasoned argument during era of trolls and “fake news.”
Trojan Marching Band gets a new home at Lyon Center
The Spirit of Troy’s gleaming new digs feature rehearsal space, a student lounge, separate locker rooms — and maybe even new traditions.
USC’s head fundraiser to retire after overseeing ongoing Campaign for USC
Under the guidance of Albert Checcio, the university has raised more than $6.6 billion since 2011. It is one of only three U.S. institutions to remain in the top five in fundraising for the past six years.
Nikias espouses university values and inclusion in presidential address
Higher education is key to instilling values that create an open and free society, USC leader says in annual State of the University Address.
USC Annenberg launches new Center for Third Space Thinking
Annenberg Foundation provides launch grant to support the center’s focus on leadership, education and community engagement.
Small investment in a USC researcher pays off in a big way
Cancer and other serious medical conditions are in the crosshairs of pioneering projects supported by the L.K. Whittier Foundation.
USC earns top marks for fundraising thanks to success of the Campaign for USC
For six straight years, the university has placed in the top five institutions of higher education nationally.
Argyros Family Foundation names peristyle plaza at renovated Coliseum
The Julia and George Argyros Plaza will recognize the $7.5 million gift to restore the stadium’s iconic columns and Olympic torch.
State-of-the-art Norris Healthcare Center opens for business
The building is home to an infusion center, a women’s care center, the Transplant Institute and the Outpatient Surgery Center
USC’s Kinder 2 College makes literacy and learning fun for kids
The popular program builds on the natural curiosity of children, ensuring they don’t fall behind in reading and writing skills.
USC 2017 | 10 ways philanthropy changed USC for the better this year
✌ Year in review: Donors invested in the university’s research, students and facilities through gifts to the Campaign for USC.
Classical music is alive and well for kids and teen KUSC listeners
Owen Dupuy, 13, and Benjamin Roberts, 5, are a few of the young listeners who donate their allowance or encourage parents to make a contribution.
Meet a digger of ancient artifacts, french fries food truck owner and USC Trojan
Max Novak’s fascination with Greek and Roman history could lead to a career as a museum curator.
Injury derails Olympic hopeful but also shapes her advocacy and career path
Sarah Urke, who suffered a serious injury as a competitive synchronized swimmer, aims to broaden knowledge of how to prevent and respond to brain injuries.
Saving the lives of hospital patients with one simple app
USC Viterbi biomedical engineers develop a system that tracks vital signs of patients from admission to discharge.