Veterans initiative helps the heroes — and their families
A new USC Marshall certificate program, With Your Shield, provides veterans and their spouses special access to civilian business networks and educational opportunities.
Addressing the unique mental health challenges of bisexual veterans
USC doctoral student and Air Force Capt. Katie McNamara studies bisexual service members and veterans, who may be at higher risk for mental health issues such as PTSD and depression than their gay, lesbian or heterosexual peers.
How USC Student Veterans Are Transitioning to College Life
USC expands initiatives that help veterans find success in academics, social networking and career development.
The true meaning of ‘Armistice Day’ — a commitment to peace
As the 100th anniversary of the armistice that ended World War I approaches Sunday, USC sociologist Michael Messner talks about his research into veterans who now advocate for peace.
USC’s Bravemind gives OC Fair attendees firsthand look at how VR can help with PTSD
A special VR installation at Heroes Hall from the USC Institute for Creative Technologies lets visitors experience what veterans see when they’re being treated.
Trailblazing Trojan touts strength at ninth annual USC Veterans and ROTC Gala
Stayce Harris, the first female African-American to earn the rank of lieutenant general in U.S. Air Force, inspires military with keynote speech.
Business student safely lands disabled plane on Costa Mesa freeway
Special ops veteran fights Santa Ana winds, using past training to avert disaster on the 55.
Heart transplant patient makes the most of his second chance at life
After years of treatment, a Vietnam veteran finds a USC cardiology team that provides an “amazing experience.”
Golf’s Unexpected Health Benefits for Seniors
Senior military veterans may benefit physically and psychologically from “a good walk spoiled.”
USC dental alumni thank veterans for their service with free treatment
More than 5,000 veterans have received help since the annual Veterans Smile Day event began three years ago.
Army veteran, a USC administrator, uses storytelling to support the military
🇺🇸 Military Appreciation Week: At USC’s Institute for Creative Technologies, West Point grad Randall Hill uses virtual programs to help vets.
Retired Green Beret seeks social work graduate degree to help veterans and employers
🇺🇸 Military Appreciation Week: Attorney Mike St. Denis learns the tools he needs to better serve the military community.
Air Force veteran takes advice from UCLA alum — and becomes a Trojan
🇺🇸 Military Appreciation Week: After stints in Kuwait and Afghanistan, Sebero Quintero turns down a six-figure bonus to be a first-generation student.
Iraq veteran brings life experience, and PTSD, to USC — and fights on
Cesar Jimenez Jr. has help — from his wife, a service dog, thoughtful professors and a tutor — as he works toward a degree and a future helping others.
Warrior Circle marks a new USC tradition for veterans and the Trojan community
The first-time ceremony uses ashes to symbolize the visible wounds of battle — and the invisible sacrifices — made by men and women who serve their country.
Warrior-Scholar Project guides Marine — a USC DPS officer — to success in school
The weeklong bootcamp prepares vets for an academically rigorous environment, and USC is the only California school that participates.
Teens (and More) Get a Taste of the USC College Experience
USC’s specialized summer classes make the transition to higher education a little easier.
Bay Area veterans in bad shape: Many are jobless, homeless, depressed or suicidal
USC survey finds the region is unprepared to meet service members’ needs. The situation is worse than in other parts of California.
Faces, and stories, in the crowd: Proud parents, Army buddies and more
From the family that flew in from Japan to the first-generation graduate whose girlfriend had to work, there were plenty of stories to share Friday. Here are a few of them.
Trailblazing Navy officer finds new mission at USC Marshall
✌ Class of 2017: After almost three decades of military service, a Navy commander focuses on entrepreneurship.
Returning veterans discussed at state’s Senate VA Committee hearing
Vets concerned that employers and co-workers may assume they have PTSD or are prone to violence, researcher says.
From refugee to brigadier general: Trojan warrior invokes his fighting spirit
At USC veterans gala, Viet Luong ’87 — the first U.S. military general born in Vietnam — recalls harrowing flight to freedom.
From U.S. Soldier to USC Social Worker
U.S. Army Battalion Sgt. Maj. Eric Chastain watched 22 of his friends die. Then came a death he wasn’t prepared for.
Housing for Homeless Vets—in Transformed Shipping Containers
A USC Rossier graduate student builds a community through her housing nonprofit.