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Comedy: not just jokes — a surprisingly powerful tool for connection, perspective and tackling tough topics. Turns out laughing is serious business. today.usc.edu/the-serious-po…

Reducing #Alzheimers risk isn’t about one fix—it’s about overall health. Sleep, exercise, heart health and more all play a role. today.usc.edu/to-reduce-alzh…

Should we always try to see the best in others? A USC philosopher examines the value — and limits — of giving people the benefit of the doubt. dornsife.usc.edu/news/stories/i…

First-year applicants - mark your calendars! Admission decisions will be released on March 25!

Ever noticed how #AI sometimes gives odd or slightly off answers? It might come down to how it interprets everyday words like “probably.” theconversation.com/probably-doesn…

New research from @USCRossier highlights how partnerships between schools, housing providers and community groups can better support students experiencing housing instability. rossier.usc.edu/news-insights/…

🧠 New hope for aggressive brain cancer. Researchers at Keck Medicine of USC found that combining laser heat therapy with immunotherapy may significantly extend survival for patients with recurrent high-grade astrocytoma. The approach helps open the brain’s protective barrier so immune cells can reach the tumor. Learn more: bit.ly/3NDYohj

A USC researcher advancing the science of hearing has earned international recognition. 👂🔬 Ksenia Gnedeva of @KECKSchool_USC received the 2026 Geraldine Dietz Fox Young Investigator Award for her work on how inner ear cells develop and regenerate. keck.usc.edu/news/recognizi…

Luck or strategy? 🍀 This St. Patrick’s Day, @USCMarshall professor Christian Busch breaks down how “smart luck” works—and how to create more of it. ted.com/talks/christia…

What do an Olympic Gold Medalist, a paleontologist and a cookbook author all have in common? They're all Trojans! dornsife.usc.edu/news/stories/1…

Congratulations to fellow Trojan alum Ludwig Goransson '08 on his 2026 Oscar win for Best Original Score for "Sinners"! #FightOn #2026Oscars

Another SCA alumni win at the #98thAcademyAwards for Writer and Director Ryan Coogler '11 for Best Original Screenplay for "Sinners" ✌️ #FightOn

Congratulations to SCA alum Sam Davis '16 on his Oscar win for Best Live Actions Short at the #98thAcademyAwards for "The Singers" #FightOn

At the 2026 @USCMarshall Research Fair, faculty unveiled new research on AI in banking, management and decision-making—offering a closer look at how data-driven innovation is reshaping business. marshall.usc.edu/news/marshall-…

Good luck to all the Trojans nominated tonight!! ✌️

From dance floor to digital platform 💃🌎 A @USCMarshall alumni created BollyStep to help dance teams rehearse and collaborate across time zones—turning a shared passion into a global solution. marshall.usc.edu/news/from-danc…

What can city planners learn from Disneyland? A @USCPrice alum says the park’s design—from walkability to immersive storytelling—offers surprising lessons for creating more engaging, people-centered cities. priceschool.usc.edu/news/disneylan…

When her hair turned silver, one @USCMarshall MBA alum saw more than a change in style — she saw a business opportunity. Now she’s building a beauty brand designed specifically for gray and silver hair. marshall.usc.edu/news/mba-alum-…

It’s Friday the 13th — how did this date get such a bad rep? Our scholars explain the mix of folklore, fear and cultural storytelling that gave it its eerie reputation. dornsife.usc.edu/news/stories/f…

USC students explored the complexities of the First Amendment and free speech during a campus conversation with Nadine Strossen and Dean Tolson of @USCGouldLaw. today.usc.edu/former-aclu-pr…