The military after 9/11: How wars impacted veterans’ mental health and care
USC experts reflect on the reverberations of 9/11 and the end of the war in Afghanistan, including the impact on veterans and their mental health care.
How memories of Japanese American imprisonment during WWII guided the U.S. response to 9/11
The terrorist attacks on 9/11 could have divided the nation, but USC Dornsife’s Susan Kamei says lessons from World War II helped the government avoid repeating past mistakes.
Beyond terrorism: CREATE’s expanded vision will help leaders tackle America’s biggest threats
The center began in 2004 as the Department of Homeland Security’s first university-based Center of Excellence; it remains headquartered at the USC Price School of Public Policy and the USC Viterbi School of Engineering.
USC center receives prestigious defense grant to study transportation in post-conflict zones
The grant of nearly $1 million to USC’s Center for Risk and Economic Analysis of Terrorism Events (CREATE) comes from the Department of Defense’s Minerva Program.
Decades before the Capitol was stormed, this USC professor was researching domestic extremism
Erroll Southers literally wrote the book on homegrown violent extremism. Now, he’s sharing his research with the world to help prevent another major riot on American soil.
Long after 9/11, Americans still willing to pay more for increased security at venues
A USC study shows that Americans are more inclined to attend events at arenas and convention centers with counterterrorism or anti-crime security measures despite convenience and privacy sacrifices.
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.
USC Price agrees to study homegrown extremism with Parisian university
Safe Communities Institute Director Erroll Southers sets out to integrate lessons from France into U.S. solutions.
Las Vegas begins to heal after mass shooting with help from USC social work experts
David Schonfeld and Marleen Wong offer school officials training and guidance as they begin to develop counseling and support programs for children and community members.
How to reduce extremism? Community engagement, experts at USC summit say
USC Price event focuses on developing strategies for detecting and deterring homegrown radicalization and extremist recruitment.
Global officials share research with USC’s Safe Communities Institute
Visitors from 10 European countries exchange ideas on how to counter violent extremism.
Attack on an airline or airport could cost the economy billions in losses
The costs, measured in terms of U.S. Gross Domestic Product, begin with less airline travel.
Loss, grief and crisis: Meet the man who offers solace in the face of tragedy
David Schonfeld created the National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement, which became part of USC in 2015.
USC terrorism research expert looks at 9/11 and what the future may hold
Center for Risk and Economic Analysis of Terrorism Events (CREATE) at USC studies risks, costs and consequences of terrorism.
USC service remembers 15th anniversary of 9/11
Commemoration includes moment of silence, laying of wreath at 9/11 Memorial on the University Park Campus.
State Department brings global delegates to Safe Communities Institute
An ‘incredible exchange of information’ on homegrown violent extremism takes place between USC officials and foreign practitioners.
Congressional School Safety Caucus helps districts assess their needs
USC security expert Erroll Southers offers his expertise on Capitol Hill.
In wake of Brussels attacks, what does the Islamic State group want?
USC researchers found a set of priorities and a strategy intended to “kill, frighten and/or convert infidels.”
Safe Communities Institute leads discussion to counter violent extremism
Experts from 11 European nations visit USC, exploring the underlying conditions that fuel extremism.
German visitors advised on countering extremism of at-risk youth
The practitioners deal with radicalized prisoners, foreign fighters and targeted communities.
Four things to know about assessing threats like the one that closed LA schools
A USC terrorism expert discusses what officials need to examine when deciding how to respond.
USC Dornsife experts analyze Europe’s refugee crisis
In the first of a three-part series, Laurie Brand, Robert English and Steven Lamy of international relations look at the underlying reasons driving Europe’s contrasting reactions to refugees.
USC Price leaders talk extremism with South, Central Asian officials
Participants include leaders of community groups from countries where terrorists have been active over the years.
Safe Communities Institute shares insights on homegrown violent extremism with European leaders
The USC Price discussion includes a look at what makes young people susceptible to radical messages.