Marine learns firsthand how veteran-friendly USC is — and makes it even more so
Jeremy Fricke has worked to enhance benefits for student veterans, expand veterans’ networking and more.
USC Warren Bennis Scholars face high expectations
The first graduates of USC’s new ethical leadership honors program hold promise for tackling society’s most pressing challenges.
Kobe Bryant, at USC Marshall event, shares his grit and competitive edge
The pro basketball great and Academy Award winner is blunt as ever in a special appearance at USC.
USC Thornton alumna succeeds in music industry
The school’s Music Industry program led Julia Betley to a high-level job with RCA Records.
Real estate CEO shares his drive for diversity with students
Ross Minority Program keynote speaker says his success proves that Trojans can also make their mark in the industry.
Future of the food industry is being shaped by experts at USC
USC Marshall preps leaders for key challenges in a rapidly changing environment.
Air Force veteran takes advice from UCLA alum — and becomes a Trojan
🇺🇸 Military Appreciation Week: After stints in Kuwait and Afghanistan, Sebero Quintero turns down a six-figure bonus to be a first-generation student.
A sign of strong leadership on and off the softball field: Make everyone feel wanted
USC doctoral student with a love of the game offers insights on inclusion in the workplace.
Noted physician, scientist Rohit Varma named dean of Keck School of Medicine of USC
A visionary leader in the epidemiology of eye diseases, he has been interim dean of the school since March.
USC professor spotlights the significance of Latinos to California’s future
Public officials from the League of California Cities Latino Caucus take part in an executive education forum.
Local leaders consider ways to develop business investment in Los Angeles
USC Senior Vice President Thomas Sayles joins other top-level executives at L.A. Magazine roundtable.
Tech mentor gives South Los Angeles teens a path to success
Local nonprofit educates hundreds of boys who eventually earn degrees from four-year universities across the country.
‘It’s all about confidence’ for USC Leventhal commencement speaker Cathy Engelbert
The first female CEO at a major accounting firm talks about family, career, leadership and learning the next big thing.
Stamps Scholar Juliana Porter reflects on her time as a Trojan
USC Viterbi senior took advantage of the many leadership opportunities unrelated to engineering.
Carol Mauch Amir named senior vice president and general counsel
The administrator serves as a key strategic, business and legal adviser to the university’s senior leaders.
Former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta calls for ‘tough leadership’ to emerge this election year
The California native believes the country is at a crossroads: It could boast a strong economy or be divided by fear and prejudice.
American firms set their sights on Asia/Pacific marketplace
Key questions face the global companies as they seek to expand trade and investment in the region.
Can leadership be learned from the arts?
Jazz, directing, design and poetry come into play as master’s students learn valuable life lessons.
Not your conventional chief financial officer
Jim Staten talks about what drew him to USC and what he hopes to accomplish in his new role.
Villaraigosa convenes experts to debate California Environmental Quality Act
Former mayor seeks ‘intelligent conversation’ about the oft-discussed topic.
MBA students net top-level meetings with NBA, Nike
Trojans visit the Pacific Northwest, where they talk about the business behind sports.
High school students are inspired to be political and civil service leaders
USC alumna serve as role models for young women encouraged to pursue a career in need of their perspective.
David Petraeus praises George Washington’s ‘seat-of-the-pants leadership’
One military hero salutes another at the annual Leadership Lecture in Virginia.
World leaders reflect on transitions to democracy
Abraham Lowenthal interviews 13 rulers in nine countries for his new book offering insights into how countries shift from authoritarian rule to democratic governance.