Cravens’ thoughts highlight CTE risk

Eric He

In the media scrum after USC’s Pro Day wrapped up on Wednesday, junior linebacker Su’a Cravens was asked whether he was concerned about his health entering the NFL, a league marred in a concussion crisis with more and more deaths of retired players being linked to chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a degenerative brain disease. His response […]

Sincerely yours: Music with hopeful messages

MALORIE MCCALL

I fiddle with the volume as my dad’s BMW slides toward the 110 South on-ramp. My black leggings are covered in dusty paw prints and white fur, remnants of Finley, the therapy cat. Of course, Finley doesn’t have a degree, and I wouldn’t suggest full-time use of his tiny little ears in place of a therapist. […]

Men’s volleyball’s postseason hopes take hit with loss at Stanford


The men’s volleyball team resumed MPSF play Thursday night with a four-set loss to No. 5 Stanford at Maples Pavilion. Since their last MPSF outing two weeks ago, the Trojans had won two straight against Concordia and Holy Names. Their aim was to build off that momentum tonight, but they fell flat out of the gates in Palo Alto. Stanford […]

California primaries, and your vote, matter

Lily Vaughan

Students and local officials alike gathered around Ronald Tutor Campus Center on Thursday to catch a glimpse of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s first campus appearance at USC this election cycle. She and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti met with an exclusive group of student leaders and faculty to discuss terrorism prevention. Although not […]

Feminine care should be free at USC


A quick conversation with a Resident Assistant will reveal just how many health-related items students can receive for free. Amenities include sunscreens, hand sanitizers and condoms, among other useful products, to support the wellness of the USC community. But disappointingly, one thing remains hidden from the list — feminine hygiene products. Across the United States, […]