Program introduces children of military to college life


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The college admissions process is a stressful one, but it becomes more complicated for children of military families.  For the past five years, USC’s Pre-College Summer Scholarship for Military High School Students has helped these students get a headstart in their academic careers. Angie Riveria, a rising high school senior from Winchester, Calif. and current […]

University appoints new member to Board of Trustees


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Michael Felix was elected to the USC Board of Trustees following over 34 years working in financial services, the University announced.  “Michael Felix is an exceptional member of the Trojan Family with a remarkable history of service to the University,” Interim President Wanda Austin told USC News. “His dedication to his alma mater — coupled […]

IFC details changes in semester report


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The Interfraternity Council released its semester report outlining improvements to Greek life, including an enhanced recruitment process and an emphasis on community involvement. “In the past 5 to 10 years, USC has gotten more heavy-handed in how they’ve operated judicially,” said Jack Elliott, IFC’s executive vice president of judicial affairs. “We’ve seen that not just […]

‘Last Black Man’ tackles social tensions in Bay Area


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In the first few minutes of Joe Talbot’s 2019 film “The Last Black Man in San Francisco,” best friends Jimmie and Mont are doubled up precariously on a skateboard, cruising alongside the water toward the Fillmore district. Small waves from the bay lap up onto the rocks under a crystal blue sky, clear enough to […]