When you don’t know any doctors or scientists, it can be tough to imagine becoming one. The USC STAR program introduces teens to real lab work, and it’s one of many initiatives supported by the university’s Good Neighbors Campaign.
The annual dinner honoring USC faculty and staff who donated 1% of their salary featured Good Neighbors alumni and President Carol L. Folt.
Donors, volunteers and community partners came together to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the campaign that has generated over $25 million for more than 900 community-based programs.
The 24-year-old program, which has raised more than $23 million to send neighbor kids to college, honors USC faculty and staff who donate 1 percent of their pay.
Eight men mark a milestone — the publishing of their work crafted with help from mentors at USC’s Writing Program.
Canoeing, horseback riding and archery are among the highlights of USC’s popular student-run summer camp. But outdoor adventures are just the start.
The popular program builds on the natural curiosity of children, ensuring they don’t fall behind in reading and writing skills.
Annual event at the home of USC President Nikias honors people whose generosity brings a sense of hope.
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.
Ximena Salas’ clothing company Mis Raíces is making a statement in the Latino community — just like its founder, who one day hopes to be a Trojan.
With support from USC’s Good Neighbors Campaign, reporters and editors bring the Boyle Heights Beat newspaper — and the community — to life.
Support from faculty, staff and friends leads to career advancement at USC Village.
University honors staff, faculty who donate 1 percent of their salary to program that helps the neighborhoods around the school’s campuses.
The No. 2 executive at the LAPD comes to the university to expand its relationship with neighborhoods and focus on initiatives to elevate residents’ social, physical and economic well-being.
From dental certificate programs to a farmers market, USC employees fund community-based programs.
Event features courtesy checkups, health education, an Easter egg hunt and more.
Contributions from USC faculty and staff support communities surrounding the University Park and Health Sciences campuses.
An annual gala toasts the Trojans who donated 1 percent of their salaries to the Good Neighbors Campaign, which aids neighborhoods surrounding the USC campuses.
Foshay Learning Center youngsters take part in an international competition.
Women lead a call to action as part of a Health Sciences Campus partnership funded by the Good Neighbors Campaign.
The Joint Educational Project teams up with a nonprofit to offer elementary school students a literacy program.
The Nikiases open their home to employees who went above and beyond during 2013 Good Neighbors Campaign.
Last year’s record-setting initiative supported fitness, educational and job training programs.
At the 2014 Policy Analysis Practicum, students work with organizations like the United Nations, Price Charities and the California State Treasurer’s office.