Student Gerontology
Association

Members of the Month

USC, Gerontology, Students, Julia Godley

Julia Godley
(Recent Graduate Program Alumna)

After two degrees from USC Julia Godley is armed and ready to head out into the workforce. Julia is an official alumnus of the Davis School of Gerontology. Julia became interested in Gerontology because of the strong influence from her grandmother. She believes that the aged population is a gift and extremely undervalued in our society.

Julia is originally from Santa Cruz, CA and is the youngest of four Godley girls. When she’s not working on a documentary with the seniors Julia spends her personal time snowboarding, surfing, watching improv comedy, and spending time with friends as well as her 8 nieces and nephews. And as a die hard Trojan Julia would like to leave us with the words, “FIGHT ON!” Happy Graduation Julia!



USC, Gerontology, Students, Mike go

Mike Go
(Undergraduate Student)

Mike is originally from Cypress, CA and is double majoring in Gerontology and Biological Science. Mike entered Gerontology because he truly believes that “Aging is Everybody’s business.” He views Gerontology as an elite major and appreciates the intimate size of the school. He genuinely states: “I wish to be different, and seek the road less traveled.”

Mike is currently in the process of working on understanding the yeast replication system in a molecular biology lab with a future goal of being a research physician.

When he’s not concerning himself with research and studying, Mike occupies his time with sports including both cycling and triathlons. In addition to sports, he interests himself with girls, cars, and most importantly, aging!

Lastly, Mike would like to share his final thoughts: “Aging is not about living longer; it’s about living life to the fullest of one’s capabilities.”

 

Current Student Services

The Andrus Gerontology Center is a focal point for the aging network in Southern California. Whatever your interest in the field of gerontology, there are faculty members and staff involved with community organizations and businesses that provide services in aging. Gerontology students at USC enjoy the resources of a world-class university and the personal attention of a small school. The Davis School offers students numerous opportunities to become involved within the University and in the Los Angeles Community to prepare their careers.

Andrus Gerontology Library

Recognized as a special source of information on a regional, national and international level, the Andrus Gerontology Library is now the only academic library of its kind in the world. Vist the Library online here.

Gerontology Computing Services

The Gerontology IT/Computing Services provides guidance, resources, and instruction to Gerontology faculty, teaching assistants, research assistants and staff to enhance learning and teaching at the School of Gerontology through the effective use of digital and communications technology. For hrs and services...


LibraryWorks - Information Services to the AgeWorks Students

LibraryWorks, maintained by the Andrus Gerontology Library is dedicated to the information need of the AgeWorks students. The Andrus Gerontology Library, one of the special subject libraries in USC Library system will help to facilitate the access to USC information resources and services. USC library collection contains a rich array of print and electronic resources that are accessible to all USC members including the online students. For more information...

Student Government

The Student Gerontology Association of the Davis School of Gerontology is for graduate and undergraduate student participation. The organization pursues educational, philanthropic and social activities throughout the year. Programs include a Mentor program which brings together students and professionals, an Alumni/Student Mixer, an International Student Dialogue on issues in Gerontology, and a Gerontology Awareness Week on campus.

For more infromation on the SGA, feel free to view our Newsletter or visit the
SGA website
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Graduate Representation on the USC Student Senate

The School of Gerontology has been allocated one graduate seat on the USC Graduate Student Senate. The senate deliberates on issues of campus-wide concerns and makes recommendations to the University on student related issues.


Honor Society

USC hosts the Alpha Alpha Chapter of Sigma Phi Omega, the academic honor society for Gerontology. Membership is invitational based upon grade point average. The Chapter was established in 1989 and continues to grow.


Special Events

Colloquium Series

The School and the Andrus Gerontology Center host a number of special workshops, conferences, and lectures during the year. An on-going Colloquium Series provides a forum for outstanding researchers to disucuss their cutting-edge research work with colleagues. Students are invited and encouraged to participate in all of these activities.


Conferences

Students at the Davis School of Gerontology are encouraged to attend national conferences annually such as the American Society on Aging, the Gerontological Society of America and the National Conference on Aging. These events take place around the nation and students have been to conferences in San Francisco, Atlanta, New Orleans, Washington D.C., San Diego, Seattle and Denver. At these events, students attend lectures, seminars, poster displays, meetings and networking events as well as give presentations. These conferences are an exciting way to meet others and become involved in the field of gerontology.

Careers in Aging

Andrus is a focal point for the aging network in Southern California. Whatever your interest in the field of gerontology, there are faculty members and staff involved with community organizations and businesses that provide services in aging. Gerontology students at USC enjoy the resources of a world-class university and the personal attention of a small school. The Davis School offers students numerous opportunities to become involved within the University and in the Los Angeles Community to prepare their careers. Click on the following link for a list of careers that Gerontology graduates are involved in. Careers in Aging...

 

Where are they now?

Alumni Update: Where are they now?

The “Where are they now?” feature is designed to show how former Davis School of Gerontology students are applying their degrees in gerontology to a wide variety of professions.

Click here to catch up with our students.

 

Finally, a few words of wisdom from an MSG graduate:

“Start the job search now, don’t wait until graduation. Begin by identifying the organizations/companies that are in line with your career goals and learn as much as you can about them. This will give you a clearer understanding about what skills and/or knowledge it is you need to focus on the remainder of the year.”

For more information on the Multipurpose Senior Services Program, visit:

http://www.aging.ca.gov/programs/mssp.html

 
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