A Place for Dialogue
USC President Beong-Soo Kim has prioritized civil discourse as a pillar of his leadership. He wants USC to be a place where students and community members can emerge as strong leaders with high emotional intelligence, capable of listening to and comprehending others’ experiences, ideas and points of view.
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Discussion — and Action — about Democracy
As the country marks its 250th anniversary, USC and other institutions of higher learning celebrate their historic role as forums for critical thought, discussion and research about democracy, government and more.
Something for Everyone
Under USC President Kim’s leadership, the university has launched forums, events and other opportunities for the Trojan Family — including students, alumni, faculty and staff — to peacefully and thoughtfully engage on issues that may divide or unite specific communities.
British consul general champions the rewards of public service during USC visit
Paul Rennie spoke to USC Price students, faculty and alumni about what it’s like to be a top diplomat.
Introducing the USC Open Dialogue Project
The project will offer a range of programs and events, creating meaningful opportunities for Trojans to listen, engage and grow — even when we disagree.
USC Fisher Museum welcomes the National Archives’ Freedom Plane National Tour
USC is the only university on the tour, an exhibition that brings some of America’s most significant founding-era documents to communities around the country.
Former ACLU president speaks with Trojans about intricacies of the First Amendment and free speech
Nadine Strossen’s conversation with Dean Franita Tolson of the USC Gould School of Law was part of the USC Open Dialogue Project.
‘I wanted to listen and learn’: USC hosts author Jonathan Turley at Open Dialogue event
The law professor and legal analyst visited USC’s University Park Campus to discuss his latest book, Rage and the Republic.
Across the Aisle
USC’s Center for the Political Future offers a hopeful, practical model for ensuring that democracy functions and flourishes through respectful, civil dialogue and trust — regardless of political party affiliation.
USC Capital Campus offers new summer opportunities for students across the university
The USC in D.C. Summer Program is designed to allow students to take classes in the nation’s capital while holding down an internship.
University launches USC Open Dialogue Project Student Advisory Board
The six-student team is helping with outreach, social media and student-facing programs for the project.
Top Headlines
The student-built MAVERIC satellite will test next-generation space technologies while advancing research into autonomous spacecraft and AI.
Both faults are along plate boundaries that move in similar ways and have ruptured in enormously destructive earthquakes in the past. A USC geophysicist explains.
People with dementia and their families bear staggering costs — many of which are often overlooked.
The designer and entrepreneur comes to USC from the Institute of Design at Illinois Institute of Technology, where he serves as dean and professor.
USC United Against Alzheimer’s
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Learn how USC researchers and clinicians are making groundbreaking strides in the treatment, prevention and care of the debilitating disease.
Collaborating in Research and Care
This series showcases how USC researchers and clinicians are on the cusp of a revolution in Alzheimer’s prevention, making groundbreaking strides in the treatment, prevention and care of Alzheimer’s. In the near future, their discoveries promise to make the devastating disease a thing of the past.
Can we prevent Alzheimer’s disease within a decade?
USC researchers are on the cusp of a revolution in Alzheimer’s prevention. In the near future, their discoveries promise to make the devastating disease a thing of the past.
To reduce Alzheimer’s risk, focus on overall health
Researchers across USC are studying how lifestyle and environment influence dementia risk and resilience. They’re finding that what’s good for the body is also good for the brain.
How AI and advanced computing are accelerating Alzheimer’s research
Cutting-edge technologies developed by USC researchers are changing not just the pace of Alzheimer’s disease discoveries but also the ways scientists make those discoveries.
Caring Connections
Keck School of Medicine of USC practitioners connect Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers to leading-edge research — and, just as importantly, to compassionate care.
Spotlight: USC Leventhal School of Accounting
A global leader in accounting education, the USC Leventhal School of Accounting combines academic excellence with a forward-looking, industry-connected approach. With top-ranked programs, a close-knit learning environment and deep ties to the business community, Leventhal prepares students with the technical expertise, critical thinking and an ethical foundation to lead across accounting, finance and data-driven industries.
