Fact-checking the Undergraduate Student Government debate
This year’s USG presidential debate was anything but normal, with two write-in candidates shaking up a race that became uncontested after the other ticket withdrew. This story aims to clarify and fact-check some of the statements that candidates made during the debate for the benefit of the community as the undergraduate student body casts their ballots.
Annenberg Media introduces new policy for revisiting published stories
People appearing in Annenberg Media journalism can now request editorial review.
USC returns to 3 week deadline for registering classes as Pass/No Pass
The deadline for USC students to register classes as Pass/No Pass is Sept. 10
President Carol Folt looks forward in State of the University address as USC prepares to welcome students back to campus in the fall
President Carol Folt's second State of the University address celebrated various accomplishments and explained challenges in the USC community over the past year.
USC will hold an in-person spring commencement for Class of 2020 and 2021
Spring commencement will be held in person.
Crime rates around USC follow a downward trend since the pandemic
DPS Assistant Chief Deputy David Carlisle said students may have noticed an increase in “high profile” crime alerts around campus, which likely caused the perception of increased crime rates.
University appoints first chief inclusion and diversity officer
USC selects Christopher Manning as its first Chief Inclusion and Diversity Officer.
Organizers to USC students: “Do you know your community members?”
South LA food and housing insecurity figures reflect a dire need for conscious, compassionate mutual aid efforts.
Joe Biden elected President of the United States
Tracking all breaking news related to the presidential race.
It’s Election Day – here’s what you need to know
What we’re watching and covering at Annenberg Media this Nov. 3.
Don “Campbellock” Campbell, creator of the dance style “The Campbellock” aka “Locking,” dies at 69
Don “Campbellock” Campbell, creator of the dance “the lock,” dies at 69.
USC religious groups continue to build close-knit community online
As USC transitions to online and remote courses, religious groups on campus also moved their discussion groups and events online to build a supportive community amid a divided period.
Some off-campus apartments still expecting students to pay rent
Some students are frustrated with their off-campus apartments, as their manager are still asking them to pay rent despite no longer living in the apartment.
Study abroad cancellations due to coronavirus puts students’ academic standing in question
USC said it will pay for students' travel fees for those returning from study abroad locations due to the coronavirus, but it not sure if it will reimburse students for the tuition they paid abroad.
USC installs compost bins in residential halls to promote sustainability
The university hopes this new initiative will reduce food waste on campus.