Fri, February 11, 2005 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Directions In Music: USC Spectrum Performing Arts Series

Bovard Auditorium (ADM)
Admission: This event has completely sold out

Pianist Herbie Hancock, tenor saxophonist Michael Brecker and trumpeter Roy Hargrove explore the themes of contemporary composers who have helped influence the progression of the continuous jazz vernacular.

Fri, February 11, 2005 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy: How Might It Benefit You?

Mayer Auditorium
Admission: Free

Dr. Stefan Bughi, an assistant professor of clinical medicine, explains what hypnosis is and in what ways it can be applied to life problems.

Sat, February 12, 2005 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
11th Annual Linkmeyer Fencing Tournament

General William Lyon University Center (LRC)
Admission: Free

More than 200 fencers from the West Coast compete in - and demonstrate the elegance of - epee, foil and sabre.

Sat, February 12, 2005 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Townhall Meeting on Parking Issues

Manual Arts High School
Admission: Free

In response to concerns about parking in the surrounding neighborhoods, a community-wide steering committee hosts a townhall to better understand key parking issues.

Sun, February 13, 2005 at 7:00 pm
Bruce Eskovitz Jazz Orchestra: Thornton Music Masters Series

Alfred Newman Recital Hall (AHF)
Admission: Free

Thornton faculty member Bruce Eskovitz is joined by trumpeters John Thomas and Kyle Palmer, alto saxophonist Billy Kerr and drummer Todd Wolf for a performance of the latest in jazz music.

Mon, February 14, 2005 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Food for the Heart

General William Lyon University Center (LRC)
Admission: Free

USC Hospitality dietician Patrice Barber discusses foods to keep a heart healthy by exploring topics such as cholesterol, fat and exercise.

Tue, February 15, 2005 from 8:00 am to 9:00 am
The President's Annual Faculty Address: University Park Campus Address

Town and Gown (TGF)
Admission: Free

USC President Steven B. Sample delivers his annual address to the faculty.

Tue, February 15, 2005 at 8:00 pm
USC Thornton Contemporary Music Ensemble

Alfred Newman Recital Hall (AHF)
Admission: Free

The USC Thornton Contemporary Music Ensemble, directed by Donald Crockett, pushes the boundaries of classical music with its performances of music from composers such as Stephen Hartke, Barbara White, Zhou Long and Witold Lutoslawski.

Tue, February 15, 2005 from 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm
Teaching Science

Taper Hall of Humanities (THH)
Admission: Free

CET Faculty Fellows and science educators Lawford Anderson and Bill McComas (pictured) discuss strategies and tips for effective teaching in science courses, including a discussion of teaching in the laboratory and issues in science assessment.

Tue, February 15, 2005 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm
Urban Growth Seminar: Implications of Oregon's Measure 37 for Planning and Property Rights

Ralph and Goldy Lewis Hall (RGL)
Admission: Free

Experts analyze the planning and property rights implications of Oregon's Proposition 37 and the general issues of the initiative process.