Power of Partnerships: Working with our Neighbors to Build Strong Communities
Steven B. Sample President, University of Southern California
For a century and a quarter USC has been a university in the city and of the city. Having grown, and grown up, with Los Angeles, USC draws its unique vigor from our surrounding communities. They're our pulse and lifeblood.
We continue to join with our neighbors to ensure that our streets are safe, our children are healthy and well educated, and our local businesses, the arts, and our extraordinary cultural institutions thrive.
I invite you to browse this site, and discover for yourself the power of USC's partnerships with our neighboring communities.
News
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Record-Setting Good Neighbors Campaign
- The 2009 USC Good Neighbors Campaign, launched in October in tough recessionary times, exceeded its goal with a record $1.2 million given by USC faculty and staff.
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Not Taking Education for Granted
- The USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative was awarded a $250,000 grant from the Kresge Foundation, a private foundation that “seeks to influence the quality of life for future generations.”
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Students Pitch In for Friends and Neighbors Day
- “Service is part of being a Trojan,” said Melissa Gaeke, director of the Volunteer Center at USC.
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Pharmacy Student Inspires Youngsters at Homecoming
- “Calm down, you’re young,” advised Ruth Awosika, addressing a group of students gathered at King Drew Medical Magnet High School to find out more about a future career in pharmacy.
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Grant Goes to Early Childhood Education
- The USC School for Early Childhood Education will be able to reach nearly 100 more needy parents and children through the Early Head Start program.
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Featured Center
USC Volunteer Center
The student-run USC Volunteer Center promotes volunteerism and service among the entire Trojan Family by organizing service projects and identifying opportunities for students, alumni, faculty and staff to get involved with the community.
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Featured Program
Neighborhood Academic Initiative
The USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative (NAI) offers a comprehensive college-preparation program for local middle-school students - with the possibility of a full scholarship to USC for those who make the grades and pass the entrance exams.