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Former USC student files lawsuit against university for allegedly mishandling rape case

The lawsuit claims USC discriminated against the student and predetermined the outcome of her Title IX investigation in favor of the alleged perpetrator.

Nataly Joseph , Arantza Popo and Meagan Burke
20 hours ago

Gas company teams up with YMCA-LA to provide free internet service

The unlimited internet at YMCA centers aims to bridge the digital divide, particularly for students doing online learning in the midst of the pandemic.

Christine Kim October 20 at 8:15 PM

USC partners with St. Agnes Catholic Church in distributing food to South L.A. community

Organizers estimate the program serves about 1,000 families and has distributed approximately 980,000 pounds of food.

Baoqi "Eileen" Chen, Ghalib Ashai, Noah Somphone, Emily Chung, Giulia Orsenigo, Allie Anthony, Chichi Valle-Riestra October 20 at 7:00 PM

California will review COVID-19 vaccines independently amid distrust of Trump administration

Gov. Gavin Newsom announced the independent vaccine review on Oct. 19, leaving experts divided on whether this will build or erode trust in the vaccines.

Ike Allen October 20 at 6:37 PM

Multiple student organizations participate in Undocumented Student Week of Action

USC IDEAS and other student organizations dedicated a week's worth of events to promoting resources and advocacy for undocumented students.

Isabelle Odgers, Max Thors, Dylan Palacios October 20 at 3:38 PM

Students sign petition for asynchronous classes on election day

A student-created petition aims to alleviate barriers that may prevent civic engagement among students and faculty.

Ana Mata, Phoebe Zheng, Abbey Martichenko October 19 at 7:24 PM

Native American Students desire to bridge the gap through representation

One of the first steps to do so involves building cultural sensitivity starting in classrooms.

Ronny Hu October 19 at 7:10 PM

Students react to pass/no pass grading being extended through the last day of class

USC announced on Wednesday that students have the option to change to the pass/no pass grading option following a petition asking the university to extend the deadline

Celine Maia Mendiola, Cari Spencer, Charlotte Phillipp, Rae Han, Marissa Russ October 19 at 7:02 PM

Students raise concerns over spring break cancellation, citing zoom fatigue and burnout

In an effort to avoid travel and potential outbreaks, Provost Charles Zukoski announced a spring semester without a week-long break. Some students, however, claim that this decision will affect their personal wellness.

Celine Maia Mendiola, Cari Spencer, Charlotte Phillipp, Rae Han, Marissa Russ October 19 at 6:58 PM

USC students foster community amid pandemic through pop-up coffee shop

Some Cup of Troy customers said the coffee shop offers socially-distanced interaction among students living around campus.

Baoqi "Eileen" Chen, Ghalib Ashai October 13

Lakers victory parade on hold due to COVID-19 concerns

Lakers fans said they understood why the parade had to be postponed, but look forward to celebrating the team's championship with the rest of Los Angeles.

Anthony Quach October 13

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