
Spotlight shines on spiritually engaged humanitarians in ‘Stories of Social Change’ exhibit
Some of the subjects profiled in the exhibit shared inspiring stories during a celebratory event at Wallis Annenberg Hall.
Some of the subjects profiled in the exhibit shared inspiring stories during a celebratory event at Wallis Annenberg Hall.
Students, alumni and local residents gather for the first of weekly services geared toward building connections.
Dive into the rich cultural history, myths and religious traditions surrounding this popular holiday.
One hundred years ago, the excavation of King Tut’s tomb brought us a mummy with a “pharaoh’s curse.” Our fascination with mummies goes back much farther, however. USC Dornsife scholars explain why we’re still so wrapped up in these eerie remains.
Controversy of veils goes back more than a century. A USC Dornsife scholar of Iran explains the history and circumstances behind the recent protests.
The Rev. Brandon Harris is eager to help USC students find connection, meaning and belonging. He starts in his new role on Monday.
Since his arrival at USC in 2004, Murray trained about 1,000 faith leaders in the “Murray Method,” equipping them to transform their communities as he had helped transform South L.A. in his first career as a pastor.
Leaders of the two institutions note that the unique partnership is a national model.
As late as 1970, only about 5% of Americans chose cremation; now, more than half of us choose the method. A USC expert explains why.
Many religions have been used to prop up nationalism, and Catholicism is no exception. A USC Dornsife scholar who is also a Jesuit priest explores how the Virgin Mary had been enlisted to stir up patriotic fervor.
The Jesuits are among the Catholic Church’s most influential religious orders but no strangers to controversy. A USC scholar — and Jesuit — explains.
The Irish government recently declared a national holiday for this lesser-known Irish saint. A USC Dornsife scholar and medieval historian explains her fascinating life and history.
We’ve been fascinated by the wonders of the universe and have endeavored to understand our place within it since our earliest ancestors first gazed up in awe at the night sky. That has USC experts asking: What did the ancients know?
Pastors advocate for their people from the pulpit and on the streets — and training at USC gives them the tools to take their work further.
USC Office of Religious and Spiritual Life provides many opportunities to make friendships and meaningful connections
For many scientists, it’s no longer a question of “if” but “when.” What will happen when we finally come face to face with space aliens? USC experts look to the skies for answers.
A scholar of Christian spirituality argues that prayers are meant to bring together a faith community — something apps aren’t likely to achieve.
The president of USC Dornsife’s Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies explains the Catholic case for climate action.
Physical touch is a simple form of connecting to another person and holds significance for many cultures, especially at a person’s final moments.
The Catholic Church has set in place rigorous criteria for determing if a person can be named “Saint,” including performance of a miracle. But how does the Church determine what is a miracle?
Jessica Marglin, associate professor of religion and history at USC Dornsife, provides insight into an oft-misunderstood aspect of Muslim culture.
Graduating senior Kimberly Melgoza researches how mind-altering substances have been used in rituals across Latin America. She’ll bring her studies to Yale Divinity School this fall.
The tradition of Christian dance did not happen overnight. For the first five centuries of Christianity, the church opposed dancing. But as time went on dance continued to be integrated into Christianity.
In this busy world, you can find quiet moments of comfort at this timeless USC spot (yes, even remotely).