Alexis Areias and Lucy Warren are elected in 2021 USG presidential election The USC Undergraduate Student Government (USG) announced on the evening of Feb. 23 that Alexis Areias and Lucy Warren were elected as the president and vice president, respectively, for the 2021-22 school year. Results are preliminary and still need to be confirmed by professional staff.
USC sends warning email to off-campus residents about partying during COVID-19 An email—sent only to students living in the USC area— said a recent spike in Covid cases is being traced to large off-campus gatherings.
USG proposes new Spring 2021 budget, increases concerts funding by 85% Members of the USC community express dissatisfaction with this move as no in-person concerts are happening.
USC sent out notification about potential COVID-19 exposure in two university buildings USC notified members of Marshall School of Business and of McCarthy Honors Residential College via email Thursday evening about potential exposure in two university buildings due to a confirmed case of COVID-19. Annenberg Media spoke to the student who tested positive.
As Hong Kong protests escalate, USC finds alternate study abroad programs As violent clashes between police and protestors escalate at Hong Kong universities, students at USC from Hong Kong, as well as those studying abroad there, share their concerns and frustrations about the current situation.
Hong Kong abroad programs remain strong as protests continue throughout the city As protests and violence continue to plague the city, students and administrators are taking the necessary precautions to ensure safety and well-being.
U.S.-China trade war causes economic stress for cities Sister cities Guangzhou and Los Angeles maintain strong cultural ties, despite experiencing economic turmoil and trade difficulties.