A Place of Dialogue
Interim President Beong-Soo Kim introduces the USC Open Dialogue Project, a universitywide effort that will strengthen the core values that define the institution: free inquiry, civil discourse and the collective pursuit of truth. The project will offer a range of programs and events, creating meaningful opportunities for Trojans to listen, engage and grow — even when we disagree.
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How USC Advances America’s Future
Trojans are driving progress in health, technology and civic life, helping build a stronger, more resilient future for the nation.
From the Coast, Impact Across America
USC’s scientists, researchers, educators and alumni are positively impact lives of people across America and beyond.
Making a Difference
In fields as varied as artificial intelligence, health and defense, USC brings together the top people in their fields. Their work shows results in the real world every day.
USC researchers win $8 million NIH grant to pursue novel Alzheimer’s drug
By focusing on a trigger of brain inflammation, scientists are in pursuit of a new drug therapy and now understand why some with a key risk factor for the disease develop dementia.
Study identifies three deadliest risk factors of a common liver disease
Patients with a chronic liver disease known as MASLD who have high blood pressure, pre-diabetes/diabetes or low HDL cholesterol are at greatest risk, USC researchers find.
$10 million gift launches Renaud Family Business of Healthcare Innovation Program
The gift from Ronald and Marianne Renaud to USC Marshall will empower students, faculty and businesses to tackle society’s most pressing health and wellness challenges.
USC researchers develop brain imaging method to reveal hidden vascular changes with aging
The technique reveals how tiny blood vessels in the brain pulse with each heartbeat — changes that may hold clues to aging and diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Top Headlines
The newest addition to the USC health system is the university’s largest and most advanced outpatient location.
The clinician-scientist is also the school’s associate dean of research and served as interim dean.
PODCAST: In the first installment of his new podcast, USC’s interim president sits down with the dean of the USC Annenberg School to discuss his priorities and the university’s future.
The gift from Ronald and Marianne Renaud to USC Marshall will empower students, faculty and businesses to tackle society’s most pressing health and wellness challenges.
Great California ShakeOut: USC-backed Earthquake Drill
Beyond the Fault Line: Earthquake Science at USC
From supershear ruptures to deep-Earth structures and advanced forecasting tools, USC researchers are expanding the frontiers of science to strengthen the nation’s preparedness and understanding of earthquakes.
Scientists warn California should prepare for destructive ‘supershear’ earthquakes
Earth’s inner core is less solid than previously thought
Lighting a new way to predict earthquakes
Spotlight: USC School of Dramatic Arts
Located in the heart of the entertainment capital of the world, the USC School of Dramatic Arts is an incubator for bold voices and creative visionaries. Blending conservatory-style training with a forward-looking, interdisciplinary education, SDA prepares artist-scholars to lead across stage, screen and digital media. With distinguished faculty, innovative curriculum and deep industry connections, the school empowers artists to shape the future of storytelling.
USC and the Big Ten: Driving Health, Opportunity and Stronger Communities
USC joins fellow Big Ten universities in advancing healthier lives, stronger communities and greater opportunities nationwide. Together, we deliver lifesaving medical breakthroughs, build safer food systems and fuel economic growth through education and innovation. With more than 817,000 students educated each year and $19.6 billion in research conducted, the Big Ten is shaping a brighter future — in Los Angeles and across America.
Around the University
Popular Music: First-year Showcase
Students in the USC Thornton Popular Music program will present a concert highlighting their talents in performance, songwriting, arranging and production. Part of an ongoing series, the event offers emerging artists an opportunity to share their creativity with the USC community and the public.
Thursday, Oct. 16, 8 p.m
AI, Economics and Business Conference at USC
Co-hosted by the USC Dornsife Department of Economics and the USC Marshall Initiative on Digital Competition
This full-day symposium explores the intersections of artificial intelligence, economics and business. Topics include AI’s impact on labor, applications of machine learning in econometrics, and human behavior in the age of AI. The event features academic panels, keynote conversations and networking opportunities.
The event is free to attend but requires registration.
Friday, Oct. 17, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
USC Urban Trees × LA Conservation Corps Fall Planting Event
Hosted in partnership with the LA Conservation Corps
Join USC Urban Trees and the L.A. Conservation Corps for a fall community tree-planting event in Lincoln Heights. Volunteers will help plant trees in parkways near Sacred Heart High, Griffin Avenue Elementary and Gates Street Elementary schools.
The event is free and open to USC students and community volunteers. Volunteer waivers will be provided on site. After registration, USC Urban Trees will follow up with shift details and additional event information.
Friday, Oct. 17, 8-11:30 a.m.
