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Guided by the university's commitment to public service and the promotion of academic excellence, USC's Office of Federal Relations assists policymakers by providing access to topical research and expert faculty for testimony and briefings. The office works with the higher education and scientific communities to promote the advancement of education and research at the national level.
A Private University Serving the Public Interest
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At USC, we're spreading the word
Over 70% of birth defects could be prevented if women got enough folic acid during their childbearing years. A critically important fact to publicize, especially among U.S. Latinos, who experience a disproportionate incidence of birth defects. View PDF
With people living longer and longer, USC is here to make sure they live better and better
Quality of life is just one of the issues facing aging Americans that promises to impact every spect of our society in the coming years. Since 1975, USC's pioneering Leonard Davis School of Gerontology has been at the forefront of educational programs and vital research on aging. View PDF
USC's Neighborhood Academic Initiative. It's like a neighborhood watch against underachievement.
Fourteen years ago, we decided it wasn't enough to help our own students live up to their full potential. We wanted to do the same for the underserved students from the neighborhoods near campus. View PDF
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