2019 – USC University Relations

Local working families enjoy a holiday meal, thanks to Neighborhood Academic Initiative

To show their appreciation for families in the nearby community, the USC Leslie and William McMorrow Neighborhood Academic Initiative partnered with USC Hospitality to provide a warm holiday dinner. The holidays, while joyous, can be a difficult time for many, as working families with time and budget commitments are often put under additional strain. That’s…Continue Reading Local working families enjoy a holiday meal, thanks to Neighborhood Academic Initiative

Here’s one way to get more diversity in science and health fields

When you don’t know any doctors or scientists, it can be tough to imagine becoming one. The USC STAR program introduces teens to real lab work, and it’s one of many initiatives supported by the university’s Good Neighbors Campaign. Jenny Martínez speaks up for people who don’t have a voice in the health care system…Continue Reading Here’s one way to get more diversity in science and health fields

Earl Paysinger, USC vice president of civic engagement and community leader, 64

As a police officer and later a university administrator, he worked tirelessly to strengthen the bonds between L.A. residents and their neighborhoods. Earl Paysinger, the vice president of civic engagement at USC and a respected leader within the Los Angeles Police Department and the South L.A. community, died Monday. He was 64. “We will miss…Continue Reading Earl Paysinger, USC vice president of civic engagement and community leader, 64

At USC’s STEM Day, young students discover a whole new academic world

USC’s STEM Day of Discovery was an opportunity for 700 middle school and high school students to discover the many career opportunities available in health care. As the students stepped off their buses, they were introduced to a new world that was at their disposal. Most didn’t know it was accessible. Some didn’t even know…Continue Reading At USC’s STEM Day, young students discover a whole new academic world

Good Neighbors Campaign commemorates 25 years of serving the community

The annual dinner honoring USC faculty and staff who donated 1% of their salary featured Good Neighbors alumni and President Carol L. Folt. USC celebrated the impact of its Good Neighbors Campaign — through which university faculty and staff make payroll donations to support the neighboring communities — with Thursday’s annual dinner honoring those who…Continue Reading Good Neighbors Campaign commemorates 25 years of serving the community

Latinx Heritage Month banners celebrate the stories of USC students

For the first time, a series of colorful banners recognizing the university’s Latino community were raised on Trousdale Parkway. he paintings that illustrate the banners on Trousdale Parkway are striking, lively and full of color. They ebb and flow from struggle to pride, weaving a tale that encompasses historical Mesoamerica and modern-day “Dreamers.” They present…Continue Reading Latinx Heritage Month banners celebrate the stories of USC students

Hire LA Youth Program gives participants a new hope

The Hire LA Youth Program concluded its summer program and once again, kicked open the door of opportunity for all of its participants. Many in the program are experiencing being in the work force for the very first time, while others have taken the opportunity to explore careers in the health care field. Program participant,…Continue Reading Hire LA Youth Program gives participants a new hope

Good Neighbors Campaign awards $1.4 million to community partners

Donors, volunteers and community partners came together to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the campaign that has generated over $25 million for more than 900 community-based programs. USC’s Good Neighbors Campaign continued its tradition of local support by awarding $1.4 million to community partners and educational partnership groups. “You are all making a difference,” said…Continue Reading Good Neighbors Campaign awards $1.4 million to community partners

Dulce Acosta, Program Manager, USC Civic Engagment

Dulce Acosta serves the office of Community Partnerships for the University of Southern California Civic Engagement at the Health Sciences campus. For Dulce, joining the USC’s Civic Engagement team wasn’t just a decision but a calling. The opportunity to serve the community where she was raised fueled her commitment to working alongside the universities community…Continue Reading Dulce Acosta, Program Manager, USC Civic Engagment

USC researchers explore how skateboarders can succeed in school and life

Skateboarders are known for their tenacity, creativity and focus. USC experts want to figure out how they can use those skills to prosper in college, work and beyond. Without skateboarding, Eric Diaz’s life might have taken a much different path. The East L.A. native probably wouldn’t be two years away from earning his civil engineering…Continue Reading USC researchers explore how skateboarders can succeed in school and life