A game show champ and USC Dornsife alum makes his mark on Hollywood
Early stints on Jeopardy! and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire fed Ken Basin’s love for Hollywood, where he now oversees business affairs for Paramount Television Studios.
This USC grad’s two dreams — to work in entertainment and love her job — came true
Thanks in part to her time at USC Annenberg, Noriko Kelley now heads primetime scheduling for CBS, the country’s most-watched broadcast network.
Women win the night at USC Libraries Scripter Awards
Greta Gerwig’s film Little Women and Phoebe Waller-Bridge’s television series Fleabag were both recognized at the 32nd annual ceremony, as was author Susan Orlean.
USC Libraries name finalists for 32nd annual Scripter Awards
The awards honor the year’s most accomplished film and television adaptations, as well as the works on which they are based.
Professor and ex-astronaut advises on show that asks ‘What if the space race hadn’t ended?’
Garrett Reisman, professor of astronautics at USC Viterbi, chronicles his contributions on the set of the Apple TV Plus series For All Mankind.
Whether writing plays or TV dramas, this USC alum embraces her voice
Inda Craig-Galván, who has worked as both an acclaimed playwright and a TV writer, credits her master’s from the USC School of Dramatic Arts with opening her eyes to new writing opportunities.
After five decades, Sesame Street still understands how to reach kids
An USC psychology professor explains how this beloved children’s show uncovered the secret to educational success.
2018 was a more inclusive year in film, but additional work is needed
A new study from Stacy Smith and the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative found more inclusion in film in 2018, including a rise in female leads, but noted that more progress is needed.
Despite positive trends, women remain underrepresented in animation
A new USC Annenberg study examines the ecosystem of the animation industry and finds pluses and minuses for women in the field.
USC Libraries to codevelop K-12 curriculum based on Emmy-winning L.A. documentary series
The Lost L.A. Curriculum Project will bring together Southern California educational and media organizations to create lesson plans that pull from the city’s rich history.
Film and TV miss the mark in portraying mental health conditions
A new study from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative finds popular media underrepresents and misrepresents characters with mental health conditions.
Mahershala Ali muses on True Detective and refining his award-winning craft
The two-time Academy Award winner shared his thoughts on acting, hope, motivation and life as part of the USC Annenberg-HBO Diverse Voices Series.
Win the Iron Throne by mastering these 7 liberal arts specialties
Whether you’re a Stark, a Lannister or a Targaryen, nothing would help more in the Game of Thrones than a mastery of the letters, arts and sciences. USC Dornsife experts explain why.
USC Alumni Bring in the Laughs on Saturday Night Live
A hefty lineup of comedic Trojans — including Will Ferrell ’90 — have made their mark on the iconic show.
Why it’s important to see marginalized communities in pop culture
As the Oscars near, USC anthropologist and playwright Dorinne Kondoto argues that we all need to be ”mirrored” in popular culture, media and the arts.
USC Libraries name finalists for 31st annual Scripter Awards
The Feb. 9 ceremony honors the year’s best film and television adaptations, as well as the works on which they are based.
Veteran USC Alumni News Broadcasters Find Stories that Matter
You’ll find them in small towns and on the big networks. Reporters and anchors from USC keep TV news alive.
She Balances Hollywood and Bollywood
Rising producer Noopur Sinha MFA ’15 crosses from India to the U.S. to seek stories worth telling — and remembering.
The Physicist Who Helps Make Science Cool in TV and Movies
USC Dornsife scientist Clifford Johnson hopes to make science part of our everyday literacy.
Comic-Con, not just about comics any more, is changing the entertainment industry
USC experts note that the annual event, which opens Thursday in San Diego, is making a difference behind the scenes and on screen, too.
Recognize that background? University Park Campus has starring role in movies, TV
From Laurel and Hardy to How to Get Away with Murder, it’s not unusual to see USC on the big or small screen — often standing in for some other place.
USC Libraries’ Scripter Award honors Call Me by Your Name and The Handmaid’s Tale
The movie and TV series are recognized as the year’s best cinematic adaptation of the written word at Doheny Library.
USC Libraries name finalists for 30th annual Scripter Awards
In a competitive year, tie votes lead to additional nominees for the awards, which honor the authors of printed works alongside the writers who adapt their stories for film and TV.
USC 2017 | Celebrities from TV and movies who taught Trojans this year
✌ Year in review: From Bryan Cranston to Issa Rae, stars from Los Angeles’ entertainment industry and beyond brought valuable lessons to USC students.