Why climate change has been missing in action from the 2022 midterm election
While the number of Americans concerned about climate change is increasing, other issues like the economy and threats to democracy rank higher for voters, say USC experts.
USC poll highlights the economy, homelessness and violence against election workers as top voter issues
A recent USC Price poll shows that Golden State voters agree on many issues, such as concerns about inflation and homelessness, but that they are significantly divided on questions about free speech and environmental regulation.
In memoriam: Joyce Mann, director of USC Price’s International Public Policy and Management Program
The dedicated educator and administrator was also an ace at contract bridge.
USC Price, Viterbi schools prepare military experts to coordinate policy and technology
As the war in Ukraine underscores the need for a multidisciplinary approach to defense, the Executive Global Space and Defense Program couldn’t be more timely.
Alexander Vindman shares expertise on Ukraine war
The former National Security Council director for Eastern Europe will deliver this year’s commencement address to USC Price School of Public Policy graduates.
Visiting USC Price scholars will provide new perspectives and make research strides
The public policy school is partnering with historically Black colleges and universities to promote research, engage diverse populations, provide mentorship opportunities and foster dialogue among faculty and students.
New USC Price dean shares how better policies can transform people’s lives
“I want to see them change the world for the better,” says Dana Goldman, who on Tuesday will be installed as head of the public policy school.
Dana Goldman takes on deanship at USC Price School of Public Policy
Long a leader at USC Price, Goldman has served as interim dean since last year. He’ll head the school as rapid change creates pressing demands for public policy research and scholars.
USC Price’s Safe Communities Institute launches national registry to track police misconduct
The Law Enforcement Work Inquiry System (LEWIS) Registry is the first public database to gather police officer firings and resignations nationwide.
USC Price School grad amplifies undergrads’ voices
Lilly Nie is graduating this month with a bachelor’s in urban studies and planning and master’s of urban planning through the school’s progressive degree curriculum. She completed the accelerated program in just four years.
USC Price School alum returns to teach workforce skills
Dan Mirakhor is using his real-world experience to help Trojans learn how to use data analytics software in health policy.
Alan Kreditor, prolific fundraiser and a founding leader at USC Price, 84
Over a five-decade career at USC, the professor, administrator and chief fundraiser helped build today’s school of public policy.
$10 million gift from alum supports student scholarships and faculty research in real estate development
The donation is the first departmental naming gift for the USC Price School of Public Policy, creating the Wilbur H. Smith III Department of Real Estate Development.
Homelessness summit explores solutions to what voters consider California’s biggest problem
Former Govs. Arnold Schwarzenegger and Gray Davis, L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti and Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson were among the federal, state and local leaders to converge at the USC gathering.
After 10 years in the Air Force, USC grad student wants to serve his fellow Californians
Once Matthew Quan finishes his master’s degree at the USC Price School, he wants to help solve the problems facing his home state.
USC Price School of Public Policy kicks off 90th anniversary festivities
The City Hall event marks the Feb. 28, 1929, establishment of the school — the second public affairs school in the nation and first in the West.
Center at USC promotes ethical decision-making across disciplines
Trustee Jerry Neely’s endowment supports a center bringing together faculty from USC Marshall, USC Viterbi and USC Price.
USC Price, University of Hong Kong to offer international master’s degree
The new program will prepare entrepreneurs and leaders for global public policy challenges.
Reality Check for Health Care
The Schaeffer Center teams up with the Brookings Institution to advance better U.S. health care policies.
After 50 years as USC’s man of many hats, Alan Kreditor will retire
Over five decades, the administrator and professor has taught, raised millions and made USC Price his beloved home.
A Winning Proposition to Increase Voter Participation
Students’ research confirms community-building efforts of San Diego YMCA
The facility was relocated in hopes of bringing together people from diverse neighborhoods.
USC Price students offer solutions to spur Detroit’s revitalization
Students studied two redevelopment projects, then made recommendations to the nonprofits behind them.
USC alums, students use policy expertise to help Santa Monica measure its ‘well-being’
Project to gauge residents’ happiness helps city quantify its strengths and find where it can improve.