A Surprise at the Center of the Earth
The surface of the Earth’s inner core may actually be changing. A study led by USC Dornsife’s John Vidale detected structural changes near the center of our planet.
Top Headlines
USC-led trial confirms side effect: Semaglutide, better known as Ozempic and Wegovy, could also help people cut down on their alcohol intake.
The recognition — among USC’s highest faculty honors — rewards scholarly success. Honorees are nominated by their faculty colleagues.
USC research finds most stand-alone Part D plans now link out-of-pocket costs of many brand name drugs to often-inflated list prices.
Before the Trojan forward heads to the WNBA, she is back in her hometown to get her master’s degree at USC Marshall.
Welcoming the Newest Trojans
USC’s spring convocation on Tuesday offered an “official” start nearly 2,600 new Trojans. The ceremony welcoming the university’s newest students was rescheduled after last month’s Los Angeles-area wildfires.
University Updates
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USC Announces Presidential Search Committee, Interim Leadership
The committee will include faculty, staff, students and alumni. Beong-Soo Kim, USC general counsel, will lead the university on an interim basis beginning July 1 after Carol Folt’s retirement as president.
Meet the Professor Working to Improve California’s Fire Insurance Industry
USC Dornsife’s Monalisa Chatterjee has spent her career studying how humans adapt to extreme climate events.
Introducing USC Arts Now
The new initiative will spark innovative arts collaborations and support USC President Carol Folt’s “moonshot” goals for the university through an artistic lens.
A New Age of Medical Discovery
USC’s health sciences “moonshot” looks to the future with innovation and impact. Learn all about the initiative, from programs that serve the community to research into aging, “living medicine” and more.
Inside Look: USC Health Sciences Schools
Keck School of Medicine of USC
At the Keck School of Medicine of USC, we are dedicated to improving quality of life for individuals and society by promoting health, preventing and curing disease, advancing biomedical research and educating tomorrow’s physicians and scientists.
Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC
The mission of the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC is to provide education, scholarship and outreach that improves oral, dental, craniofacial and general systemic health and well-being locally, nationally and internationally.
USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
One of the top pharmacy schools nationwide, USC Mann continues its centurylong reputation for innovative programming, practice and collaboration.
USC Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy
Through innovative research, education and clinical practice, the USC Mrs. T.H. Chan Division of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy optimizes people’s engagement in the ordinary and extraordinary activities of life.
USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy
The USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy is committed to transforming how we prepare the next generation of physical therapists to deliver the highest level of care to society. With our longstanding leadership in the field, we are uniquely positioned to develop innovative solutions that integrate our strengths in research, education and clinical service. By leveraging these assets, we can create new value for students, patients and people everywhere.
USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology
The mission of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is to promote healthy aging for diverse individuals, communities and societies through leadership and innovation in research, education and practice.
USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work
The USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work champions social justice for the well-being of individuals, families and communities through innovative teaching of evidence-based practice and practice-based skills, pioneering transformative research and cultivating leadership for social change.
Around the University
USC Black History Month Family Reunion
Please join your fellow faculty, staff, students, and members of the USC community at the ’SC Family Reunion, the university’s closing celebration of Black History Month.
The event will feature live performances, refreshments, local vendors and captivating programming focusing on the theme “Black Brilliance: Honoring Labor, Legacy and the Joy of Excellence.”
The event will be held in Founders Park on the University Park Campus.
Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2:30-5 p.m.
USC Black History Month Block Party
Join us for a celebration of Black History Month at the USC Health Sciences Campus.
This farmers market-style event will feature local Black-owned businesses and community organizations, featuring exciting performances by historically Black organizations. All are welcome to enjoy an afternoon filled with culture, community and connection.
The event will be held on Pappas Quad.
Thursday, Feb. 27, 3-6:30 p.m.
The Quantum Leap: How Quantum Computing Redefines What’s Possible
Quantum computing is set to transform how we solve some of the world’s biggest problems, from accelerating medical breakthroughs to tackling climate challenges. But how does it work, and why is it so powerful?
Join this live discussion with leaders in the field who will break down the basics of quantum computing and discuss the incredible potential it holds for shaping our future.
Moderated by Moh El-Naggar, Interim Dean, USC Dornsife; Dean’s Professor of Physics and Astronomy and Professor of Physics and Astronomy and Chemistry
Friday, Feb. 28, 12-1:00 p.m.
