Wynter soaks in Olympic experience in Rio
The swimmer didn’t let an early exit in the Olympics keep him from enjoying it.
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR: I was a freshman 50 years ago
It can’t be true. Was it really 50 years ago I moved into Town & Gown as a freshman? Growing up in Palo Alto, I always knew I wanted to attend college in Los Angeles. Little did I know that, in 1966, I’d begin my love affair with USC in particular and Southern California in […]
Rapper Kanye West defies sophomore slump stereotype
The sophomore slump may have started as an old wives’ tale, something to encourage students to work hard in school, but for musicians, it is a looming nightmare that has forced many of them into a cold sweat. A well-received first album doesn’t mean a damn thing in the world of music, and while the […]
Speed is the last thing that matters
Senior Will Robinson is a walk-on but has had a huge impact on the track team.
Out of mind but in plain sight: Homelessness in Los Angeles
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti acknowledges that homelessness in Los Angeles is a more pressing problem than ever before.
Fencing club preserves unique tradition
The fencing club at USC dates back to the 1920s and is continuing to grow.
A fighting chance: USC boxing supports local athletes
It’s 10 minutes into a Friday night practice and Jeff Sacha is already sweating. He squats, hands behind his head, and demonstrates how to execute a “duck walk” up a small ramp. Behind him, a scattered group of 20 kids watch, outlined by the lights of the Pico-Union Boxing Gym. The makeshift gym is tucked […]