USC researchers explore how skateboarders can succeed in school and life
Skateboarders are known for their tenacity, creativity and focus. USC experts want to figure out how they can use those skills to prosper in college, work and beyond.
Troy Camp kids return to forest years later — as USC students
They created unforgettable memories as children in USC’s mentorship program. Now these Trojans are helping the next generation of campers build confidence and make lifelong friends.
Grateful for support that made college possible, USC grad pays it forward
Troy Camp co-director Marla Ross found her confidence at USC through financial assistance and guidance from mentors and friends. As a recent grad, she wants to help others do the same.
USC football player uses his star power to help others
Tight end Daniel Imatorbhebhe has embraced community service, extending his impact at USC far beyond the gridiron.
USC women’s basketball team takes the lead on community service
The hoops team uses its platform to inspire local kids and help others in need as part of Trojan Outreach, USC’s community volunteer program for student-athletes.
USC student-athletes a force for good in L.A. through outreach work
Trojans teach kids about sustainability, help veterans and take on tough issues like homelessness.
USC expert dispels diabetes myths for Latino audience
Tom Buchanan offers clarity on proper steps to prevent the disease and how to seek proper treatment after it is diagnosed.
After 70 years, Troy Camp still thrills and nurtures local kids
Canoeing, horseback riding and archery are among the highlights of USC’s popular student-run summer camp. But outdoor adventures are just the start.
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.
In memoriam: USC chaplain and community builder Alvin S. Rudisill, 89
As USC’s first administrator with a formal community relations position, Rudisill was a driving force behind hundreds of programs and collaborations that strengthened the university’s ties with its neighbors and city.
USC-LAPD Community Policing Training Aims to Reduce Use of Force
Lessons from social work and public policy can help law enforcement officers build bridges with their communities.
USC 2017 | Trojans step up: Some of the ways USC students, staff and faculty helped the community this year
✌ Year in review: From helping the homeless to comforting a little girl with cancer, Trojans never fail to step up when they see a need.
Keck Medicine of USC helps neighborhood kids learn value of good eating with Teaching Garden
Hollenbeck Middle School students dig in for a program that allows them to harvest produce with their own hands.
She Empowers Women with Loved Ones in Prison
Essie Justice Group helps launch community leaders ready to advocate for and support other women.
USC Housing Law Clinic Protects L.A. Renters’ Rights
Renters living near the university’s campuses have a lifeline when they need help.
The Trojans Bringing Arts Education Back to Kids and Schools
If you think arts education has vanished from schools and neighborhoods, these Trojans have some news for you.
Insider’s Guide to USC Village — from A to Z
From USC student life and Trojan traditions to restaurants and stores, we’ve got everything you need to know about the $700 million Los Angeles residential-retail project everyone’s been waiting for.
USC Village Expands Housing Benefits to Students and Community
More than 9,000 students can now live in USC housing.
Neighbors get a closer look at USC Village open house — and say ‘thanks’
The new development brings much-needed stores and restaurants to the neighborhood, along with hundreds of new jobs.
What’s in store: Introducing the restaurants, services and shops at USC Village
The new development has been planned with both the USC community and the neighborhood in mind.
USC’s groundbreaking Neighborhood Academic Initiative honors 60 newest graduates
Joining in the festivities is actor Mark Hamill, a longtime supporter of the intense college-prep program that helps students living near the USC campuses.
Local jobseekers get good news at latest hiring event for USC Village
The residential-retail project, on track to open in August, means plenty of jobs with the university as well as the new stores and restaurants.
Community artists get helping hand with USC Fisher residency, exhibit
Participants in Art Division, a Westlake nonprofit, took lessons with some of USC’s top artists, then displayed their own work.
Ramping up for August opening, USC Village recruits local jobseekers
Attendees line up around the block for Wednesday’s job fair, and more than 1,000 resumes were submitted beforehand.