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Keck School of Medicine MD Program relaunches community service program for new medical students

Program kickoff at LA Regional Food Bank gets students into spirit of giving during the holidays and beyond No matter the season, the Keck School of Medicine of USC puts a primary emphasis on serving members of its local community. It was in this spirit that 16 first- and second-year medical students joined three senior…Continue Reading Keck School of Medicine MD Program relaunches community service program for new medical students

USC and the city of L.A. launch urban forest project on the Eastside

A consortium of experts and students will help determine which communities would benefit the most from more trees. It’s part of a widening environmental partnership between the city and the university. by Gary Polakovic USC and the city of Los Angeles have launched a partnership to guide the growth of an urban forest of shade…Continue Reading USC and the city of L.A. launch urban forest project on the Eastside

Noe Ramirez attempts to change the norm at Ramona Gardens baseball clinic

On a cold and damp Saturday morning at the Boys and Girls Club of Ramona Gardens, Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Noe Ramirez held center court. He addressed the kids in attendance about the importance of going to college, not because of sports, simply for the opportunities and network it will provide. Ramirez was joined…Continue Reading Noe Ramirez attempts to change the norm at Ramona Gardens baseball clinic

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

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

Eastside Small Business Expo at California Endowment

February 21, 2016 Managing a business requires many components: some of which logistics, networking, and employee welfare are the most important. Recently, the Boyle Heights Chamber of Commerce organized their annual Eastside Small Business Expo to address these matters. The USC Health Sciences Campus Community Partnerships in Civic Engagement and Economic Development co-sponsored the event…Continue Reading Eastside Small Business Expo at California Endowment

CBS news: Bravo H.S. students gain real-life research experience

Roberta Brinton founded the Science, Technology, and Research program which has led many h.s. students to careers in science and medicine…Continue Reading CBS news: Bravo H.S. students gain real-life research experience

All the global health news that’s fit to print — for kids, by kids

Youngsters learn about research and effective communication from USC graduate students and local volunteers…Continue Reading All the global health news that’s fit to print — for kids, by kids

Community celebrates completion of Hazard Park improvements

USC contributes $1.1 million toward a new jogging path, fitness zone and other upgrades…Continue Reading Community celebrates completion of Hazard Park improvements

Health Sciences staff partner with local youth organization

A day of collaboration at the Variety Boys and Girls Club in Boyle Heights …Continue Reading Health Sciences staff partner with local youth organization