Renaming Veterans Day? USC experts say President Trump’s holiday plan could rewrite history
The president’s recent proposal to rename Veterans Day “Victory Day for World War I” is drawing criticism from historians and communication scholars.
Matcha in short supply: USC students feel the strain of a national shortage
A national matcha shortage is brewing trouble for Trojan caffeine lovers, as cafés and boba shops scramble to restock shelves in response to rising demand and disrupted supply chains.
USC Academic Senate scheduled to vote on mutual academic defense compact endorsement
As Big Ten schools unite in a proposed mutual defense agreement to protect academic freedom from the Trump administration, all eyes are on the USC Academic Senate and what actions they might take moving forward.
Arnold Schwarzenegger urges USC students to ‘terminate pollution’ and take action on climate change
At USC’s Planet Media Summit, the former governor and film icon pushed back on climate inaction, warning that the next generation must be armed with knowledge and urgency.
‘Sinners’ blends “Southern Gothic” with supernatural horror in Coogler’s most personal film yet
Set in the Jim Crow-era South, Ryan Coogler’s latest film explores untold histories and complex human connections through a rich narrative of love, loyalty and survival.
Department of Education layoffs could disrupt student aid and civil rights
With federal funding for the Education Department cut nearly in half, students and educators brace for financial aid issues and broader impacts on higher education.
President Trump’s AI-generated Gaza video sparks debate
Donald Trump’s AI-generated resort vision draws backlash with a depiction of a transformed Gaza.
Mayor Karen Bass fires LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley over staffing and accountability issues
Kristin Crowley was removed as Los Angeles Fire Department Chief after failing to staff 1,000 firefighters during the Palisades fire and refusing an after-action report, according to Bass. Veteran Ronnie Villanueva steps in, promising to move the department forward.
Sweetgreen set to open at USC Village
The restaurant serves nutritious salad bowls and will be one of the largest Sweetgreen locations in the United States.
New wildfire relief aid website launched by Mayor Karen Bass, Los Angeles County
The L.A. Disaster Relief Navigator and Annenberg Foundation funding help wildfire relief.
Muslim prayer space opens at Stylus Hall
The art installation at the newly renovated space celebrates an expansion of Muslim culture on campus
‘The Trumping of America, why and what’s next?’, USC Dornsife conference reflects
As the second Trump administration goes full steam ahead, Democrats and Republicans finally have time to reflect on the outcome of the 2024 Presidential election.
L.A. Times in turmoil after owner’s decision to not endorse a presidential candidate
This marks the first time the paper has not issued a presidential endorsement since 2004.
SpaceX catches Starship rocket on mechanical arms
SpaceX hit an interstellar milestone on Sunday, when its reusable rocket was caught by a pair of mechanical arms in Texas.
Students walk out on Israel attack anniversary
Some USC students commemorated the anniversary of the Oct. 7 attacks in Israel with a walkout, protesting the deaths of more than 40,000 Palestinians since the Israel-Hamas war began.