From a village in Syria to USC Bovard Scholar and first-gen student
Toni Atieh came to America only knowing two words in English: “hi” and “bye.” Now he’s finishing his freshman year at USC.
Professor’s acting class in an unexpected locale — Saudi Arabia — allows for cultural exchange
Anne DeSalvo had never been to the Middle Eastern country before; her experience there was not what she expected — in a good way.
Technology preserves Byzantine murals in Eastern Orthodox churches
Personal and cultural legacy meets cutting-edge research technology, enabling the documentation and preservation of Byzantine murals in Eastern Orthodox churches.
Outspoken Iranian actress advises students to ‘stop pretending’
Shohreh Aghdashloo, who has played strong women on stage, television and in films, has simple acting advice for Trojans.
Iraq veteran brings life experience, and PTSD, to USC — and fights on
Cesar Jimenez Jr. has help — from his wife, a service dog, thoughtful professors and a tutor — as he works toward a degree and a future helping others.
USC Kaufman film series to open with profile of Israeli choreographer
Pre-release screening of Mr. Gaga at Kaufman International Dance Center follows the life and legacy of Ohad Naharin.
Brothers in arms: An American veteran and the Iraqi who saved his life
A former U.S. infantry commander thought a few phone calls would rescue his friend. Instead, he found a series of obstacles steeped in outdated policy.
Medical specialist saves lives, lifts morale in Iraq
U.S. Army Reserve captain uses skills learned from USC’s nurse anesthesia program, creating new ways to help patients.
Petraeus discusses Iraq War, counterinsurgency during USC Price visit
The former military leader reflects on his command of coalition forces during that pivotal chapter in American history.
USC to team on gerontology course with Israel, home of the ‘silver tsunami’
Students can explore the topic in a country where young people are being outnumbered by the elderly.
Afghanistan veteran sets ‘big, scary’ goals in life
GI goes from paratrooper to champion bodybuilder to Olympic bobsledding contender.
USC experts: Iran nuclear deal has broad implications for international security, but more work left to do
Experts on nuclear proliferation and the Middle East weigh in on Tuesday’s historic announcement.
USC experts consult Iraqi delegation on counter-terrorism strategies
Erroll Southers and Frank Quiambao discuss how to counter violent extremists.
USC Trustee Ray Irani pledges support for residential college
The $20 million gift endows a student community that integrates living and learning as well as faculty chairs and student support at USC.
Self-sufficiency deeply rooted in Iran’s national culture, historian says
USC Dornsife-Farhang Foundation Iranian Studies Initiative kicks off its distinguished lecture series.
Israeli defense expert to research PTSD as visiting scholar
Colonel will train mental health officers during his yearlong tenure at USC School of Social Work.
Law grad awarded unique opportunity with Lebanon tribunal
Standout work by an alum paves the way for a graduate of USC’s International Human Rights Clinic.
General, engineer, father and Trojan falls in Afghanistan
Maj. Gen. Harold J. Greene, who died in an attack in Kabul, was the highest-ranking soldier lost in the line of duty since the Vietnam War.
USC Viterbi alumnus leads efforts to build a better Afghanistan
Colonel oversees 330 Americans who work on construction projects and infrastructure initiatives.
An inside look at Egypt’s empowered military
Egyptian expert Laurie Brand organizes the talk to promote interaction between students and scholars.
Qatar University joins iPodia alliance
“IPodia is a smart idea that enables cooperation across campuses,” says the vice president and chief academic officer of Qatar University.
USC screening alive with memories of Iraq
Retired Gen. David Petraeus recently spoke at the USC Gould School of Law, where he introduced the screening of a film featuring interviews with Iraq war veterans.
USC Price global footprint grows at UN forum in Bahrain
Frank Zerunyan, a USC Price School of Public Policy senior fellow, traveled to the Kingdom of Bahrain in June to take part in a United Nations forum.
USC Dornsife signs pact to enrich Iranian studies
In a recent signing ceremony, the USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences and the Farhang Foundation sealed the deal on a long-term commitment to enhance the study and research of Iranian art and culture at the university.