USC spent $1.7 million in three years lobbying government. Where did it go?
Immigration policy, a Department of Defense water reuse program and Pell Grants are among the issues the University advocated for.
Class of 2027 first without pandemic-era restrictions
High-end housing in USC area booms as affordable rent grows scarce
‘A real stress test’: USC experts talk Trump’s third indictment
The trial will reflect the strength of American democracy against the former president’s alleged efforts to stay in power, but it could ultimately benefit his 2024 campaign.
Work-study under threat in latest college funding proposals
USC students received $632 million from federal financial aid programs in 2020-21, the highest and four times the average among other elite universities.
USC to restrict TikTok on certain devices, complying with federal ban
The move follows mounting concerns at the federal and state level that TikTok — and, by extension, ByteDance — was harvesting and sharing users' personal data.
Judge denies bid to overturn Ridley-Thomas verdict
Sentencing for seven felony corruption charges to remain scheduled for Aug 21.
Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action — future of USC admissions remains unclear
University officials are releasing statements vowing to commit to diversity regardless of the ruling, but prior experience in other states says the prospects are grim.
Supreme Court strikes down affirmative action — live updates
The move, largely expected from the court's 6-3 conservative majority, will force universities across the country to rethink its race-conscious admissions programs.
Two USC alumni create urban planning podcast
“Urban Planning is Not Boring” aims to make the discipline relatable and applicable to young people’s daily lives.