Latest USC Dornsife News in the Topic Los Angeles http://dornsife.usc.edu/news/topics/61/los-angeles/ USC Dornsife’s history chair William Deverell explores the birth of a modern metropolis with the organization of an innovative digital exhibition of photographs drawn from the Southern California Edison archive.]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 11:50:00 -0500 Many dismiss the structure of Los Angeles as urban sprawl. But Samuel Krueger, a graduate of the GIST master’s program in USC Dornsife, disproves this notion by showing L.A.’s distinctive heart. His research has earned him awards from two renowned academic organizations.]]> Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:25:00 -0500 Laura Pulido’s new book A People’s Guide to Los Angeles takes readers to 115 little-known sites in the City of Angels where struggles related to race, class, gender and sexuality have occurred.]]> Mon, 8 Oct 2012 12:35:00 -0500 In her debut novel, Elsewhere, California, USC Dornsife’s Dana Johnson casts a light on the complications an African American female may face while finding her identity in Los Angeles.]]> Thu, 19 Jul 2012 12:00:00 -0500 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:03:00 -0500 A course in L.A.'s urban history turns cross-town rivals into collaborators in the classroom.]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2011 08:59:00 -0500 From the influence of President Barack Obama to the recession and housing crisis, the needs and realities of the African American community in Los Angeles have changed — and Daniel Walker believes that the Black Church needs...]]> Thu, 25 Aug 2011 15:41:00 -0500 As a result of the March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, USC Dornsife students get an international experience on their home turf.]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:29:00 -0500 Richard Meyer, associate professor of art history in USC Dornsife, will curate an exhibition at MOCA, "Naked Hollywood: Weegee in Los Angeles, 1946–1955."]]> Wed, 25 May 2011 13:16:00 -0500 USC Dornsife alumnus Adam Goldston and his twin brother Ryan shake up basketball with revolutionary technology that lets players stop dreaming and jump higher.]]> Wed, 18 May 2011 11:21:00 -0500 The USC Mock Trial Team uncovered facts that helped jurors conclude an LAPD officer was responsible for the wrongful death of an autistic man.]]> Tue, 19 Apr 2011 10:08:00 -0500 Navigating Los Angeles without a car is possible and worth the change of habit, just ask ABC Castle television actors Stana Katic and Seamus Dever. USC College's Jim Haw was tapped for his environmental expertise, and is...]]> Wed, 17 Nov 2010 11:14:00 -0500 Undergraduates laugh, cry and learn during USC College and Norman Topping's summer program in Japan.]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 16:23:00 -0500 How will society be transformed by the presence, skills and actions of immigrants? USC College has become the convening place for academic, community and public policy leaders to conduct and discuss research on the changing landscape of Los Angeles and the nation.]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 15:07:00 -0500 Mock interviews, résumé critiques and handshake tutorials — this is not a typical gang intervention. Stan Huey and his research team are investigating whether opening career paths can change the lives of gang-involved Los Angeles youth.]]> Mon, 1 Nov 2010 10:30:00 -0500 The USC College history professor was recognized for Golden Dreams, the final book in his multi-volume cultural history of California.]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 10:41:00 -0500 Leo Braudy's Latest Book Takes on Both]]> Wed, 14 Apr 2010 13:00:00 -0500 USC College's Veronica Terriquez leads undergrads on an 'intellectual adventure' in sociological research.]]> Tue, 2 Feb 2010 09:06:00 -0500 Los Angeles offers many prominent institutions where USC College students may experience real-world learning — and make money.]]> Tue, 1 Apr 2008 14:34:00 -0500 Sat, 1 Mar 2008 13:56:00 -0500 USC and UCLA professors are among the scholars who outline plans to provide lodging and financial support for the homeless.]]> Tue, 30 Jan 2007 18:00:00 -0500 New USC study takes a close look at Southern California's open spaces, finding inequity in many communities.]]> Wed, 10 Jan 2007 17:40:00 -0500 Undergraduate student surveys city parks, discovers urban realities]]> Sat, 1 Jul 2006 14:30:00 -0500 A new collection of essays from two USC scholars examines the environmental history of metropolitan Los Angeles. The authors hope it will spark activism in local planning. By Pamela J. Johnson During the 19th century, the Los...]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2005 17:35:00 -0500 Student web site showcases writing talent]]> Fri, 1 Oct 2004 14:43:00 -0500