Faculty & Research
In memoriam: Richard A. Easterlin, 98, pioneering economist who explored happiness and demographics
The USC Dornsife Professor Emeritus challenged conventional wisdom on economic growth and well-being.
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Faculty & Research
When school board meetings turn into high-stakes battles
Analysis from USC education policy experts provides a measured look into the issues causing controversy for many local boards.
Faculty & Research
USC joins Ryght Research Network to streamline clinical trials with AI
The global clinical trials network, which connects researchers with AI tools and clinical trial sponsors, welcomes the Keck School of Medicine of USC as its first U.S. academic site.
Arts
Holiday magic on screen: Must-watch films from USC alumni to add to your watchlist
Trojans have helped bring some of the most memorable holiday classics to life, and they’re still creating new stories that will make lasting memories for years to come.
Health
It’s the season of eating to excess
USC experts discuss food deserts, Ozempic and “exercise in a pill.”
Faculty & Research
How one state’s repeal of a prison ‘pay-to-stay’ law could guide national reform
A USC study reveals how Illinois’ bipartisan repeal of a law charging inmates for room and board could drive the elimination of the widespread practice.
Faculty & Research
Food insecurity in L.A. County remains well above national average, despite slight decline
A USC study finds that while food insecurity in the county fell 5% last year, 25% of households still struggle.
Faculty & Research
Award of up to $47 million supports collaborative eye transplant research co-led by USC
An ambitious effort to restore sight teams the Keck School of Medicine of USC with the University of Colorado and several other institutions from academia and beyond.
Health
USC Norris Cancer Hospital earns Top Teaching Hospital award for fourth year in a row
The Leapfrog Group, a leading national patient safety watchdog organization, again honors the hospital for quality and safety.
Arts
Why ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ almost didn’t air − and why it endures
The holiday special — with no laugh track, low-grade animation and a Bible verse at its heart — seemed destined to fail. USC Marshall’s Stephen Lind explains how it instead became an instant classic.
