Daily Trojan updates AI policy after spike in AI-generated submissions
The Daily Trojan has removed several stories and updated its AI policy after an increase in submissions suspected of being AI generated. Editors say future stories must include clear disclosure and a verifiable editing history, while instructors at USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism say transparency is key as students learn how to use AI responsibly.
Happy Lunar New Year! Get to know the year of the Fire Horse
Today begins the year of the fire horse. Lunar New Year is celebrated in much of Asia, around the world and right here on campus! Students formed a line out the door ahead of USC Annenberg’s new year celebration this afternoon.
Partial government shutdown ends, but not for DHS
On Tuesday, the partial government shutdown ended after the Republican-led House passed a funding package. Five agencies received funding through the end of September: the Pentagon, as well as the State, Education, Treasury and Labor departments. But the Department of Homeland Security was only funded through the end of the week, with Congress at a stalemate over immigration enforcement.
LAUSD schools brace for changes as Title I funds move under Department of Labor’s oversight
Educators say the move could impact resources for schools in need.
Women of color least represented in podcasting, according to Annenberg Inclusion Initiative report
The study found that hosts of the most listened-to shows are primarily white men.
Proposition 50 passes in special election
Proposition 50, a state ballot measure to redraw California’s congressional districts for the upcoming election cycle, was projected to pass as polling places closed Tuesday night, according to the Associated Press.
Where to celebrate Día de los Muertos around Los Angeles
Los Angeles comes alive to honor the deceased for Día de los Muertos on USC’s campus and around the city.
Coliseum to host USC’s spring 2026 commencement
This year’s main stage spring commencement ceremony will return to the historic venue, the university announced Tuesday.
Pacific Palisades’ path to recovery
At an event in Santa Monica city officials gathered to discuss rebuilding in the Palisades and Malibu
USC hosts conversation about overcoming political divides
The USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future helped host a conversation with Laurie Patton, president of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, Tuesday evening.
Cultural celebrations welcome Pardee residents amid Hispanic Heritage Month
Two resident assistants for South Residential College’s living learning communities helped make first-year students feel at home.
Voice of America panel discusses the changing landscape of US International Broadcasting
A panel of media experts met Tuesday at USC’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism to discuss the current state of VOA and likeminded organizations.
Crown Prince of Iran calls for a ‘regime change’
Exiled Crown Prince of Iran, Reza Pahlavi, addressed a crowd on USC’s campus, stressing the importance of resistance movements in Iran against Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s government.














