Winston Crisp (Photo/Gus Ruelas)
College 101
“If you’re here, it’s because you have what it takes to be here, and you have to believe that,” says USC’s student affairs chief.
(Photo courtesy of Trojan Marching Band Archives)
This is Troy
Take a trip back in time with ”Hollywood’s Band,” one of the most recognizable musical forces in college athletics.
(Photo/Damon Casarez)
The Givers
Far from the spotlight, members of the Trojan Family make a big difference in the lives of others.
(Illustration/Tim McDonagh)
An Explosive Personality
The coolest job ever? David J. Barker blows things up for movies like Avengers: Endgame and Transformers.
(Illustration/Marion Deuchars)
Speak for Yourself
From gender-neutral words to textspeak, language often has undergone controversial shifts — and no amount of grumbling can stop it.
Winston Crisp (Photo/Gus Ruelas)
College 101
“If you’re here, it’s because you have what it takes to be here, and you have to believe that,” says USC’s student affairs chief.
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In It to Win It
Experts in physical therapy, orthopaedics, ophthalmology and more help people stay active for longer.
Richard Bernstein as Zuniga in Carmen. (Photo/Marty Sohl, Courtesy of the Metropolitan Opera)
Center Stage
A USC Thornton alum reflects on the glamour — and hard work — of life as an operatic bass.
Don Antonio Coronel playing a guitar as Dona Mariana Coronel stands by his side, ca.1886.(Photo/Courtesy of USC University Archives)
History, Revisited
USC Libraries brings diverse communities to light through the Lost LA Curriculum Project.
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Life Aquatic
In oceans and lakes across the country, tiny organisms create big problems.
(Photo/Kelly Miroire)
Well-Versed Writer
Get to know the award-winning poet laureate, theologian and USC writer in residence.
Stephanie Wiggins, Metrolink CEO (Photo/Brian Morri)
On the Move
Mass transit will have to play a bigger role in the growing county’s future, says USC alumna Stephanie Wiggins.
(Photo/Courtesy of Little Fir Foundation and Ding Qin)
Seeds of Change
USC Price graduate Jingying Wu started the Little Fir Foundation to help children pursue their dreams for college and beyond.