Immersed in Irish culture, students learn why Gaelic language languishes
Half the world’s languages could disappear in a few decades, and USC Dornsife’s Tok Thompson is helping students figure out why — and what might be lost.
Alumnus turns to photography amid the peace and beauty of Buddhist culture in Bhutan
Dentist Barry Shaffer shoots striking pictures in the Himalayas — a land of ancient monasteries and sweeping vistas.
Jacob Soll takes on the finances of Greece — now, in Greek
The professor of history and accounting and USC President C. L. Max Nikias present Soll’s book to the prime minister of Greece.
Undocumented student at USC brings hope to others just like her
By working with a nonprofit, Guatemala native tries to fill gaps where the government and educational system are failing young people.
Lessons from afar help alum gain international business expertise — to share
Julian Leuthold credits his success to an open-minded approach when first visiting India, the country that has become a second home.
In memoriam: Gerald ‘Jerry’ Bender, 75
An activist and scholar who taught at USC Dornsife for 31 years, he traveled to and wrote extensively about southern Africa. The passion for his work changed many lives both at USC and abroad.
For Pacific Islanders at USC, PISA provides friendship and family
The student organization, formed in the fall, offers support for students facing cultural barriers and other challenges as they navigate university life.
Global journey comes to a successful end for first World Bachelor in Business grads
Nobody quite knew how this bold idea would work — nearly four years later, the results are in.
New dual master’s program to begin at USC and universities in Hong Kong, South Korea
USC Rossier partners on global program for bilingual education teachers with Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Yonsei University.
USC Price signs new pact with Sonora, Mexico
The memorandum of understanding promotes policy dialogue and joint research in immigration, border trade and other key areas.
Scholar without borders bridges three continents to improve health care
✌ Class of 2017: Jack Huebner aims to advance medicine in sub-Saharan Africa.
Trojan students volunteering in Greece witness refugees’ plight firsthand
Justin Lee, one of nine USC students who spent their spring break working at a refugee camp, shares what he saw: ‘I was kind of stunned.’
USC team wins global health case competition
Setting aside jobs and schedules, Trojans from four USC schools claim victory in an international event focusing on mental health in Liberia.
Female conductors seize the baton, win acclaim around the world
A trio of USC Thornton musicians direct performers from podiums here and abroad.
Hollywood Foreign Press Association endows fund for international students
Trojans who receive the funds will be known as HFPA International Scholars at the USC School of Cinematic Arts.
Can USC researchers solve an aging issue in Cuba?
USC experts in social support hope to help the country with its demographic dilemma.
Q&A with pianist Daniel Pollack: A return to Russia as arts ambassador
The USC Thornton faculty member earned acclaim as a young American performing a Tchaikovsky concerto on the Russian stage.
Nobel laureate Sir Angus Deaton named a Presidential Professor
The distinguished economist has been described as an ‘optimistic defender of globalization.’
USC, Mexico make strides in public health research
Strategies developed by Jonathan Samet help the country in its fight various diseases.
Alumna urges Palestinian girls to rise above
Social work graduate helps to educate young women beset by war and poverty in Bethlehem — and she hopes to bring her Girls Rise program to L.A.
How to save lives with meager support in disadvantaged countries
Students pitch global surgery solutions at a Health Case Competition in Nicaragua.
USC caps off week’s worth of outreach in Taipei
The visit includes a meeting with Taiwanese vice president and trip to National Taiwan University.
Top scientists from Taiwan will train at USC through new program
The agreement with the Taiwan Ministry of Education establishes the first co-funded program for Taiwanese postdoctoral fellows to study at USC.
Couple raises money to feed 25,000 children instead of throwing a lavish wedding
USC Marshall alum and sweetheart gather funds for the campaign, but the deadline is Valentine’s Day.