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.
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.
In memoriam: philanthropist and USC supporter Joseph Aresty, 95
The business magnate and his wife have been longtime benefactors of the Keck School of Medicine of USC and the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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.
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.
Making cancer a disease of the past inspires a legacy of giving by the Norris family
Few people have shaped the fight against cancer at the USC Health Sciences Campus more than the family whose generous philanthropic support has spanned decades.
Mork Family Scholars Program sets students up for success
John and Julie Mork’s generous gift ensures ongoing support for USC’s top asset: its talented undergraduates.
Recent grad turns food waste into big opportunity for sustainable business
Trips to trendy juice bars help Mork Family Scholar realize how fruit and veggies end up in the trash.
Charles and Jessie Cale give $15 million for residential college
Cale College will integrate living and learning for students when it opens at USC Village this fall.
Widney Society fetes benefactors who drive the success of the Campaign for USC
The organization is made up of supporters who have donated $1 million or more in gifts or pledges to the university over a lifetime.
USC Norris gala honors Dana and David Dornsife, raises $2 million for research and clinical trials
The philanthropists have long supported the university and its health enterprises.
In memoriam: Longtime USC supporter Jane Hoffman Popovich, 71
The alumna and philanthropist was a true Trojan who leaves the university with wonderful memories, says USC President Nikias.
Campaign for USC transforming university in remarkable ways
‘This campaign isn’t about the money. It’s about what the money enables USC to do.’
In memoriam: philanthropist Erna Viterbi, 81
Memorial services are planned for the staunch USC supporter and wife of USC Trustee Andrew Viterbi.
Verna Dauterive’s Trojan Family journey
USC’s new gathering place for interdisciplinary research into economics, health and human behavior traces its origins to an alumna’s past.
Dauterive Hall opens new era for social sciences research
Verna Dauterive officially opens new building that houses researchers in health, economics, human behavior and policy.
Trustee’s gift builds on a rich legacy at USC
Kathleen Leavey McCarthy reflects on longtime Trojan ties and her family’s commitment to students.
George Lucas endows three new cinematic arts chairs
Professors Bruce Block, Michael Fink and Alex McDowell are installed as the first holders of the chairs.
USC alum believes in trust, loyalty, relationships
Yoshi Honkawa will celebrate his 90th birthday and 59th wedding anniversary this year.
A devoted mother inspires investment in teachers
Erma Lee Meler was a lifelong teacher loved by her students and parents.
A commitment to giving back — year after year
Master of Social Work alumna Christina Stoney has made a gift to USC nearly every year since graduation.