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At least 55 more employees let go, USC reports 692 total layoffs as deficit reductions continue
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At least 55 more employees let go, USC reports 692 total layoffs as deficit reductions continue

At least 55 more employees let go, USC reports 692 total layoffs as deficit reductions continue -- A state filing confirmed 55 additional job cuts, including SEIU union members, career services staffers and professors.

By Louis Herndon, Lizbeth Solorzano, Riley Sager, and Kelly TangOctober 03, 2025 at 8:20PM PDT

USC neighborhoods could face a wave of greater housing density next year
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USC neighborhoods could face a wave of greater housing density next year

If signed into law this month, a new housing bill could create denser housing near LA’s transit hubs.

By Erika TaylorOctober 03, 2025 at 3:00PM PDT

Trump administration offers broadsweeping policy agreement to USC and eight other colleges in exchange for federal funding

Trump administration offers broadsweeping policy agreement to USC and eight other colleges in exchange for federal funding

None of the universities have announced their plan for the White House’s proposed deal.

By Matthew Suh and Maria LagunaOctober 02, 2025 at 11:13PM PDT

Jane Goodall dies at 91

Jane Goodall dies at 91

USC Dornsife named the world-renowned primatologist and conservationist a distinguished emeritus professor in 1991.

By Lauren TonsichOctober 02, 2025 at 5:37PM PDT

‘Where Are You Really From?’ and the weight of an answer

‘Where Are You Really From?’ and the weight of an answer

Award-winning author Elaine Hsieh Chou leads a conversation about her new collection of short stories, challenging the conventions of Asian American representation in literature.

By Sarah GoldsteinOctober 01, 2025 at 5:19PM PDT

USC partnership with local food bank feeds community members through food recovery program

USC partnership with local food bank feeds community members through food recovery program

USC distributes excess food via a neighborhood partnership with the St. Francis Center.

By Evie MiliasOctober 01, 2025 at 4:01PM PDT

Cultural celebrations welcome Pardee residents amid Hispanic Heritage Month

Cultural celebrations welcome Pardee residents amid Hispanic Heritage Month

Two resident assistants for South Residential College’s living learning communities helped make first-year students feel at home.

By Anya MotwaniOctober 01, 2025 at 2:13PM PDT

The Democracy Project loses third year of grant funding

The Democracy Project loses third year of grant funding

The Democracy Project, a Rossier School of Education initiative, faces an uncertain future after losing its third year of federal funding.

By Michael CahnOctober 01, 2025 at 1:35PM PDT

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs nation’s first artificial intelligence safety law

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs nation’s first artificial intelligence safety law

USC community discusses the effects of AI regulations on companies and academia.

By Adriana Brady, Nora Rakoci, and Krisha SikkaOctober 01, 2025 at 11:40AM PDT

Voice of America panel discusses the changing landscape of US International Broadcasting

Voice of America panel discusses the changing landscape of US International Broadcasting

A panel of media experts met Tuesday at USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism to discuss the current state of VOA and likeminded organizations.

By Amy Gabriela Torres and Anya MotwaniSeptember 30, 2025 at 10:20PM PDT

Jazz Night at Carson premieres USC Thornton Honors, Penn combos

Jazz Night at Carson premieres USC Thornton Honors, Penn combos

USC Thornton hosted the first Jazz Nights at Carson performance of the semester on Monday night at the Carson Soundstage.

By Kaylee EiberSeptember 30, 2025 at 7:44PM PDT

Tilly Norwood, Hollywood’s first A.I.-generated performer, is an “insult” to the industry, says actors

Tilly Norwood, Hollywood’s first A.I.-generated performer, is an “insult” to the industry, says actors

The developers who created Norwood are pushing for agencies to sign the “actress,” sparking concern among film industry creatives.

By Tyler KuslakaSeptember 30, 2025 at 7:06PM PDT

USC files motion to destroy documents related to 2021 sexual assault and discrimination suit

USC files motion to destroy documents related to 2021 sexual assault and discrimination suit

In August, USC filed a motion to destroy “confidential” documents related to a settled discrimination and sexual assault lawsuit against the university and a former professor.

By Luisa Tripoli-KrasnowSeptember 30, 2025 at 6:42PM PDT

President Trump announces new 100% tariff on foreign-produced films

President Trump announces new 100% tariff on foreign-produced films

USC students and cinematic arts faculty expressed concern that the new tariff will infringe on the media industry’s independence and result in a lack of diversity in the film landscape.

By Ella DunnSeptember 30, 2025 at 5:01PM PDT

USC to keep legacy status in admissions, violating California law

USC to keep legacy status in admissions, violating California law

Interim President Beong-Soo Kim explained why the school will continue considering if family members attended in its admissions process, and shared that the fall 2025 class saw the highest number of first-year applicants in USC’s history.

By Sean CampbellSeptember 30, 2025 at 10:02AM PDT

Cal State Universities targeted by Trump for alleged antisemitism on campus

Cal State Universities targeted by Trump for alleged antisemitism on campus

This lawsuit follows pro-Palestinian protests across the CSU system in 2024.

By Zoe Fan and Natallie ShakeriSeptember 29, 2025 at 6:19PM PDT

Safety concerns arise among religious worshippers following shooting and arson attack at church in Michigan

Safety concerns arise among religious worshippers following shooting and arson attack at church in Michigan

Students reevaluate how safe they feel seeking faith and safety at their respective religious institutions following yet another church shooting in Michigan on Sunday.

By Ava NicolsSeptember 29, 2025 at 5:57PM PDT

USC fraternities keep the music pumping with high-profile performers

USC fraternities keep the music pumping with high-profile performers

Diplo, Major Lazer, Soulja Boy, Loud Luxury and Acraze have all performed during the fall semester.

By Olivia Giangeruso and Asiana GuangSeptember 29, 2025 at 4:25PM PDT

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