 The USC Davis School of Gerontology
The aging of America will result in enormous consequences for every aspect of society. It will challenge us to provide a variety of services for frail and at-risk older persons, to develop opportunities for healthy, vital older people, as well as to investigate scientific principles to promote successful aging. As one of the world’s major centers for aging research and education, The Davis School offers broad and integrated programs covering the many facets of aging. These include multidisciplinary research on the biological, behavioral, and societal processes of aging; degree programs in gerontology, and service programs for older adults and their families.
The Davis School of Gerontology, the nation's leader in the field of gerontology, has consistently pioneered innovative educational programs including the world's first Ph.D. in Gerontology, the first joint Master's degree in Gerontology and Business Administration, and the first undergraduate Health Science Track in Gerontology. Founded in 1975, the Davis School is the nation’s first professional School of Gerontology. With its own faculty representing various disciplines, the School is able to offer students a wide range of scientific and professional Gerontology courses. Gerontology students at USC enjoy the resources of a world-class university and the personal attention found at a small school. We are proud of our tradition of excellence and we continue to search for talented students willing to become gerontologists for the 21st century.
Click here to view Dean Gerald C. Davison's speech upon his installation as Dean, addressing new directions for the Davis School.
Davis School Administration
Mission Statement
The quality of life available to older persons and their evolving role in society are critical concerns. Through the efforts of the faculty, staff, and Board of Councilors, the Andrus Gerontology Center is committed to promoting successful aging and an older population that is healthy, active and involved in the life of the community and nation. Erected as a tribute to Ethel Percy Andrus, the Andrus Gerontology Center is committed to understanding aging and preparing professionals to work in an aging society.
About Leonard Davis
Leonard Davis was a pioneer in the development of insurance for older Americans. At a time when older persons could not obtain life, health, or automobile insurance easily, Mr. Davis found innovative approaches to solving this problem. While serving older Americans, his professional career flourished and his company, Colonial Penn Insurance, became one of the nation's leading insurers. In 1958, Mr. Davis founded the American Association of Retired Persons with Ethel Percy Andrus. When Dr. Andrus died in 1968, Mr. Davis led the effort to create a lasting memorial for this outstanding woman. The memorial is the Ethel Percy Andrus Gerontology Center at USC. In 1976, Mr. Davis gave USC a gift which enabled this university to create the first school of gerontology in the world, the Davis School of Gerontology.
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