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Before he sold millions of records with The Offspring, Dexter Holland was a USC Dornsife student. A Triple Trojan who earned his bachelor’s, master’s and PhD at the college, he is returning to address USC Dornsife’s Class of 2026 on May 15 at Alumni Park. dornsife.usc.edu/news/stories...

dornsife.usc.eduRocker Dexter Holland to speak at USC Dornsife commencementThe punk star, who fronts The Offspring and earned a BS, an MS and a PhD at USC Dornsife, will address 2,000 graduates on May 15.
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From USC Naval ROTC to the U.S. Navy, William Durban is carrying forward a longstanding Trojan tradition of military service. His USC experience helped lay the foundation for leadership early in his career. priceschool.usc.edu/news/navy-ro...

priceschool.usc.eduNaval ROTC alum continues Trojan tradition of supporting U.S. militaryExplore the impact of USC Price's Naval ROTC program on students like William Durban, balancing leadership training with academic success.
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It’s not just how much you drink — it’s how you drink. A new Keck Medicine of USC study found that for people with MASLD, occasional heavy drinking may nearly triple the risk of advanced liver damage. news.keckmedicine.org/occasional-h...

news.keckmedicine.orgOccasional heavy drinking may triple the risk of liver damageLOS ANGELES — People may assume that if they drink lightly during the week or month, heavy drinking on the occasional Friday or Saturday may not cause their liver harm. New research suggests otherwise, according to a Keck Medicine of USC study published today in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. Researchers discovered that people with ...
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Welcome to the Trojan Family! USC’s newly admitted first-year students for fall 2026 make up an extraordinary class, with a record-high average GPA of 3.92. Congratulations to these future Trojans — we’re excited for all that lies ahead! #IGotIntoUSC #WelcomeTrojans ✌️ today.usc.edu/first-year-t...

today.usc.eduFirst-year Trojans admitted for fall have record-high GPA averageThe students include scholars from USC’s signature college prep program.
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Marine heatwaves are pushing coral beyond recovery. New @dornsife.usc.edu research finds two coral species are now functionally extinct after extreme ocean warming—underscoring how quickly climate impacts can reshape marine ecosystems.

dornsife.usc.eduBleaching event leaves two crucial corals 'functionally extinct'After a killer marine heatwave in Florida, two reef-building corals can’t do their ecological jobs — but experts aren’t giving up hope yet
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Across her more than two decades at @dornsife.usc.edu, Ashe-McNalley taught countless undergraduates how to think critically and articulate ideas in their own voice. As the first faculty director of The Writing Program, she deftly navigated change and significant expansion.

dornsife.usc.eduIn Memoriam: Norah Ashe-McNalley, director of The Writing ProgramUnder Ashe-McNalley’s leadership, the program grew significantly in both scope and prestige.
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Law and data are increasingly intertwined—and USC is preparing students for what’s next! A new degree from @uscgould.bsky.social connects data science with real-world legal applications, equipping graduates to navigate technology-driven challenges across law, policy, and industry.

gould.usc.eduNew USC degree connects data science with legal applications | USC Gould School of LawInterdisciplinary collaboration between USC Gould, USC Viterbi prepares grads for careers at the intersection of data, policy and legal analysis.
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USC researchers have discovered previously hidden cellular layers in the brain’s memory center—offering new insight into how memory works and why certain cells may be more vulnerable in disease.

keck.usc.eduUSC study reveals hidden cellular layers in the brain’s memory centerResearchers at the Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute (Stevens INI) at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have identified a previously unknown pattern of organization in one of the brain’s most important areas for learning and memory. The study, published in Nature Communications, reveals that the CA1 region of a mouse’s hippocampus, a structure vital for memory formation, spatial navigation, and emotions, has four distinct layers of specialized cell types. This discovery changes our understanding of how information is processed in the brain and could explain why certain cells are more vulnerable in diseases like Alzheimer’s and epilepsy.“Researchers have long suspected that different parts of the hippocampus’ CA1 region handle different aspects of learning and memory, but it wasn’t clear how the underlying cells were arranged,” said Michael S. Bienkowski, PhD, senior author of the study and assistant professor of physiology and neuroscience and of biomedical engineering.
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The USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology at 50: old enough to reflect, wise enough to celebrate—and bold enough to treat itself to five decades of impact. From pioneering aging research to shaping healthier lives, this milestone is worth savoring.

gero.usc.eduA Half-Century of Vision: 50 Years of the USC Leonard Davis SchoolFaculty, alumni and supporters share how the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology shaped the aging field — and continues to lead into the future.
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.@viterbischool.usc.edu researchers are developing a method to prompt tumors to mark themselves for immune attack, a potential step toward improved cancer detection and treatment—especially for hard-to-treat tumors. #CancerResearch viterbischool.usc.edu/news/2025/11...

viterbischool.usc.eduTricking Tumors into Marking Themselves for Destruction - USC Viterbi | School of EngineeringNew research from the USC Viterbi School of Engineering harnesses focused ultrasound to reprogram solid tumors, making them more effective targets for immune cells.
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What if we could identify who is at risk for anxiety earlier—and intervene sooner? USC researchers are using advanced brain imaging to better understand adolescent mental health, with the potential to guide earlier, more personalized support for teens and families.

dornsife.usc.edu2 brain scans are better than 1 in predicting teen anxietyCombined brain imaging methods helps forecast which adolescents are most at risk for anxiety disorders well before symptoms appear
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.@viterbischool.usc.edu continues to lead in innovation. Three faculty members have been named Fellows of the National Academy of Inventors, recognizing research that translates into real-world impact across technology, industry, and society.

viterbischool.usc.eduThree USC Viterbi Professors Named Fellows of National Academy of Inventors - USC Viterbi | School of EngineeringShang-Hua Teng, S.K. Gupta and Massoud Pedram receive the prestigious honor in recognition of their contributions to innovation, invention and technology.
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Trojans, it’s time to come together and Fight on For Good! Today is #GivingTuesday, let’s come together and lift up the people and programs that make USC truly special. Every gift makes a difference! Make your impact today: fightongiveback.usc.edu #FightOnForGood

fightongiveback.usc.eduGTThis holiday season, join with the Trojan Family and be the spark that allows USC to solve the world's greatest challenges, develop scalable climate solutions, invest in new research and lifesaving health treatments, chart the course for human-centric AI, and support our next generation of Trojans.
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More than half the calories consumed in the US come from ultra-processed foods. A @keck.usc.edu study shows rising intake leads to a higher risk for prediabetes.

keck.usc.eduUSC study links ultra-processed food intake to prediabetes in young adultsRelated News USC study links lack of diversity in Alzheimer’s disease clinical trials to differences in amyloid levels April 17, 2024 First genome-wide comparison of vapers and smokers finds similar […]
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Who’s behind the mic on your favorite podcasts? A study by USC Annenberg looks at who gets the spotlight — and where there’s still room to grow. 🎙️

annenberg.usc.eduUSC Annenberg releases a new study exploring the gender and race/ethnicity of hosts and guests of popular podcastsThe first-ever Golden Globe Award nominations for podcasting will be announced this month, as the medium continues its growing popularity across the entertainment landscape. As podcasts audiences have grown, a new study asks just who is behind the mic on the most popular programs. The report, titled Inequality in Popular Podcasts, was authored by Stacy L. Smith and the
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More than 40% of American adults have obesity. @schaeffer.usc.edu research helped shape an initiative by The White House to expand access to life-changing anti-obesity medications.

schaeffer.usc.eduWhite House Move to Expand Obesity Drug Access Informed by Schaeffer Research - November 10, 2025 - USC SchaefferA landmark White House agreement reflects Schaeffer evidence that expanded access would improve health and save hundreds of billions of dollars in healthcare costs. - November 10, 2025