Students Shaping Our Future
USC’s more than 49,000 students are extraordinary. Their academic prowess is undeniable but so is the way they they learn and apply that knowledge to solving real-life issues, whether that’s making sure Angelenos have enough to eat or ensuring equity in the issues our communities face. Their pride in USC and their sense of purpose beyond themselves blend to create powerful change.
USC’s 2021 entering undergrad class is the most diverse and talented yet
First-generation and students of color set records. The university’s college prep program for neighborhood children and teens leads the way with 57 first-year students. And Southern California public high schools make their strongest showing.
The long road from USC architecture project to Joshua Tree National Park
USC School of Architecture faculty and students design and build an iconic public pavilion for Joshua Tree visitors.
Journey from foster care to academia drives his effort to improve public transit
Zakhary Mallett used local transportation as a child, then set policy as the youngest-ever member of the Bay Area Rapid Transit board. Now he’s doing doctoral research on whether all transit users pay their fair share.
Between running plays and studying, USC quarterback tackles hunger in L.A.
Mo Hasan shares food surpluses through Second Spoon, his nonprofit that feeds those in need.
Good2Go, founded by USC students, delivers food to Angelenos
One in three people has no way to get groceries home. Trojans’ service picks up from food pantries and delivers the goods to those in need—and, in so doing, are ‘changing the landscape of the L.A. food economy.’
Student pursues master’s to expand senior care in black communities
Kris Brannon wants to level the playing field in long-term care in Black communities. Her experience in women’s tackle football is going to help her do that. She is working on an MA in Long-Term Care Administration at USC Leonard Davis to prepare her for a leadership role.
Alum Hunter Noack makes beautiful music on his 9-foot grand piano as he travels the Pacific Northwest
He and his Steinway, nestled in a flatbed trailer, have been taking music to the people since 2016. A heavy lift? Not if you love nature and music