Tue, February 22, 2005 from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Cancer Center Grand Rounds

Norris Tower
Admission: Free

USC's own Dr. Robert Selby describes the various resections of the liver.

Wed, February 23, 2005 at 8:00 pm
USC Thornton Concert Jazz Orchestra

Alfred Newman Recital Hall (AHF)
Admission: Free

In a concert dedicated to Louie Bellson, whom Duke Ellington called, "the world's greatest drummer," the Thornton Jazz Orchestra plays some of Bellson's greatest compositions in tribute to those who've made a difference.

Thu, February 24, 2005, Tue, March 1, 2005 and Mon, March 7, 2005 all day.
IM Softball

General William Lyon University Center (LRC)
Admission: $40 per team

Slow-pitch (16-inch ball) softball league play provides interaction between students and faculty.

Thu, February 24, 2005 and Fri, February 25, 2005 at 7:00 pm; Sat, February 26, 2005 and Sun, February 27, 2005 at 2:30 pm; Sat, February 26, 2005 at 8:00 pm
The Playboy of the Western World

24th Street Theatre
Admission: General, $10; Senior citizens, USC staff and faculty (with valid I.D.), $8; USC students (with valid I.D.), $5; A $2 convenience fee applies to all phone orders

In this notorious Andrew Robinson-directed satire, an Irish lad wanders into a pub and confesses to the murder of his tyrannical father, becoming a hero to men and an infatuation to women, even as his tale becomes more exaggerated with each telling.

Thu, February 24, 2005 from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm
Joint Immunology Conference

Zilkha Institute
Admission: Free

Dr. Paul Sondel, a professor of pediatrics, human oncology and medical genetics at the University of Wisconsin, leads an in-depth discussion of antibody-directed cellular immunotherapy of melanoma and neuroblastoma.

Thu, February 24, 2005 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
The Tsunami Disaster: Dealing with the Aftermath

Norman Topping Student Activities Center (TSC)
Admission: Free

Students from Indonesia, Thailand, India and Sri Lanka share personal experiences of being in their home countries during the December 26, 2004 disaster.

Thu, February 24, 2005 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
An Evening with Jenny Ming

Hoffman Hall (HOH)
Admission: $15 before Feb. 21; $20 thereafter

Jenny Ming, president of Gap, Inc.’s Old Navy division, shares her experiences as part of the executive team that launched the brand.

Thu, February 24, 2005 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Ambassador Dennis Ross

Taper Hall of Humanities (THH)
Admission: Free

Dennis Ross, the former ambassador who worked on foreign policy under two U.S. presidents, describes his experiences as an active participant in Middle East negotiations.

Fri, February 25, 2005 at 8:00 pm
USC Thornton Early Music Ensemble: The Pleasures of the Court

Alfred Newman Recital Hall (AHF)
Admission: Free

Under the direction of James Tyler, the USC Thornton Early Music Ensemble performs a concert featuring the music of Moteverdi, Purcell, Corelli, Handel and Louis Grabu.

Fri, February 25, 2005 from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
The Many Faces of Dementia: From Prevention to Treatment

Davidson Conference Center (DCC)
Admission: Free

Healthcare professionals of the greater Los Angeles area gather to identify and discuss improved care delivery for those with dementia and their families.