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Why Do the Young Become Homicidal?
March 7, 2007Blaming violent video games for violent kids is nothing new. In 1999, the culprit was the first-person shooter game Doom and the tragedy was Columbine. But holding video games responsible for violent youth ignores the fact… more>
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Gaining a Political Voice Via Religion
February 1, 2007When millions moved out of the shadows and marched for immigrant rights last year, the nation was shocked that these people of little means from different countries could organize so effectively. But USC College sociology… more>
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Here’s Something to Chew On
December 21, 2006Barry Glassner has added a new word to the old adage, “You are what you eat.” After five years of research into the food consumption habits of our nation, the professor of sociology in USC College said Americans… more>
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Feminism’s Loose Ends
December 1, 2005Streisand Professor explores paradoxes of women’s lives By Katherine Yungmee Kim December 2005 Scholar Sharon Hays explores “the unfinished business of feminism.” The culture, gender and family… more>
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Good Intentions Are Not Always Enough
October 6, 2005More than compassion is required when it comes to the effectiveness of faith-based efforts with those in need, says a USC College sociology professor. By Usha Sutliff Faith-based efforts to help people in need will not… more>
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Matt Leinart, In His Own Words
February 1, 2005Sure, he can throw a ball, but did you know he’s a sociologist too? He has led the Trojans to a 25-1 record since starting as USC’s quarterback his sophomore year in 2003. In those 26 games at USC, the… more>
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Community in Los Angeles?
September 1, 2004USC College Sociologist Paul Lichterman explores American civic lifeBy Kaitlin Solimine September 2004 The widespread belief that increased participation in civic groups will lead to a more democratic and engaged society… more>
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