“I Voted”: Professors and Alums Share Memories of Their First Election Day
Trojans remember casting their first ballot — and the hope and civic pride that still inspires them, even decades later.
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.
Los Angeles teen dreams of dentistry and USC
Former TRiO student Rosalinda Larios faces intense competition, but she’s determined to beat the odds.
USC Housing Law Clinic Protects L.A. Renters’ Rights
Renters living near the university’s campuses have a lifeline when they need help.
USC’s neighbors get a helping hand with school supplies
Families living near the Health Sciences Campus stock up for the school year, thanks to USC Civic Engagement and the university’s Good Neighbors Campaign.
Alum encourages local teenagers to think big
USC civic engagement coordinator raised in South Los Angeles reaches out to nearby high schools.
Earl Paysinger brings neighborhood knowledge to USC Civic Engagement post
After a 40-year career with the LAPD — much of it on the streets of South L.A. — he takes on USC’s extensive efforts that connect it with the neighborhoods around the university’s campuses.
Local officials strive to boost civic engagement
Bedrosian Center on Governance creates yearlong series aimed at an active, informed electorate.
Civic engagement program offers lessons to high school students
USC Dornsife undergrads teach teens about politics and the value of voting.
Health fair at Hazard Park makes fitness fun
Event features courtesy checkups, health education, an Easter egg hunt and more.
A Winning Proposition to Increase Voter Participation
USC students want millennials to be more engaged in politics
Two political science majors attend national conference, where they learn new ways to boost civic engagement among peers.
University officials explain HSC master plan for local residents
USC invited neighborhood residents to comment on the big changes coming to the Health Sciences Campus neighborhood as part of the USC HSC Master Plan.