Engineering a future, USC ROTC grad rises to the challenge of pilot training
Sarah Markosky is an aspiring engineer and a pilot, one who isn’t intimidated by entering male-dominated fields.
First-gen engineering grad ready to land Air Force career
Despite early setbacks, graduating USC student Giovanni Flores is gaining momentum as he aims for a post-graduation pilot slot.
Top Air Force leader’s message inspires USC military and veteran students
At the university’s annual Veterans and ROTC Gala, retired Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright breaks down his steps for success.
Social work grads make a career out of assisting veterans
Graduates from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work have found not only jobs but personal satisfaction working with service members and their families.
Marine training may take more mental than physical grit
A Keck Medicine of USC study identifies psychological measures that may predict who is more likely to complete — or quit — a demanding marine training course.
Military student embraces change in USC pre-college summer program
Colin Roedl — a college-bound student who lives in Germany — presses forward during a wildly different summer session at USC, seeing opportunity in a time of upheaval.
USC Military Alumni Serve as Heroes in Pandemic
Whether on planes, trucks or ships, Trojans use their training and USC connections to help communities facing COVID-19.
Why soldiers can’t claim conscientious objection if ordered to suppress protests
A USC military law professor notes that regulations give members little ability to disobey lawful orders on the grounds of conscience.
How a USC student film reunited siblings on opposite sides of the world
While serving his country, an Army specialist missed most of his sister’s milestones — but not this time, thanks to a group of fellow students and their professor.
USC master’s grad and National Guardsman serves those in need during COVID-19
A commissioned Army officer and recently graduated USC student, Lt. Justin Lee is on the front lines of California’s pandemic response.
Three graduating ROTC cadets fondly recall their time as Trojans
As they commission during a pandemic, three Air Force ROTC cadets remember what brought them to USC and look positively toward the future.
USC’s military, veteran and ROTC community celebrated at annual gala
University leaders and guest speakers honored military and veteran students and faculty at the 2020 USC Veterans and ROTC Gala.
As one of the Tuskegee Airmen, this 100-year-old USC alum helped reshape the military
Ted Lumpkin Jr. overcame segregation and served honorably during World War II, even bringing some of the lessons he learned to his post-war career in social work.
Why does the military usually punish misconduct while police close ranks?
A lecturer at USC Gould and founder of the Center for Law and Military Policy explains why the military often pursues justice for bad behavior while cops do not.
Warrior-Scholar Project takes veterans from the battlefield to the classroom
For five years, USC has partnered with the academic boot camp to help veterans transition from active duty to college. This year, the university added an extra week focused solely on business.
Unique scholarship turns higher ed dream into reality for kids from military families
High school students from military families aren’t always sure what to expect from college. That’s where the USC Provost’s Pre-College Scholarship for Military Families comes in.
The Proud Alumni of USC — and the Blue Angels
Meet three Trojans who are among the select few to serve with the legendary squadron.
9/11 first responder and social work professor inspires students around the world
Combat veteran Laura Owen has an enthusiasm that rubs off on her students at USC, even if they’ve never met her in person.
Trojan Air Force cadet, a first-generation student, has his eyes on the skies
Giovanni Flores has long been interested in space. The university’s ROTC program has put it within his reach.
USC honors military at 10th annual Veterans and ROTC Gala
The event recognizes hundreds of USC veterans and their spouses and ROTC cadets and their officers.
Why military members may be vulnerable to violent extremism
Mental health and wellness expert at USC reflects on what can be done to counteract extremism on the ground.
Alumna counsels military spouses, service members who seek positive changes in social work
Tina Atherall strives to define the next generation of military social workers.
Air Force security forces specialist recalls her path to military social work
Aimee Bravo discusses her time in the military and her vision for curbing substance use among service members by increasing access to mental health resources on military bases.
USC veterans find a place of their own to call home
All branches of the military are represented at the university’s first units for student veterans.