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The Latin noun alumnus derives from the verb alere “to nourish.” USC Dornsife nourishes critical thinking. Ours is a liberal arts community that nourishes ideals, nourishes a passion to live with integrity and meaning. And our alumni go on to nourish the world.
Below you will find 15 stories that will nourish your sense of wonder — of all that is possible in the realm of letters, arts and sciences. |
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The Man Behind the Purple & Gold
Jerry Buss '57, a 2010 inductee into the Basketball Hall of Fame, pays it forward by supporting his alma mater in the name of his mentors.
by Susan Andrews |
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Firm Ambition
Lindsay Harrison '00 was a rookie when she made her appellate debut at the highest court. She also changed the rules and saved a man’s life.
by Pamela J. Johnson |
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America's Money Advocate
Personal finance expert and best-selling author David Bach '90 is on a mission to empower millions of Americans to live and finish rich.
by Emily Cavalcanti |
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The Language of Medicine
Heather Rosen '97 forged a nontraditional path into the medical profession and came out a better doctor.
by Laurie Moore |
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Keeper of the Wild
Steward of an island wilderness, Ann Muscat '83 strives to find a balance between people and nature.
by Laurie Moore |
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Champion for Education
The daughter of self-educated immigrants, Celia C. Ayala ensures that Los Angeles County’s children receive a quality preschool education even if their parents can’t afford tuition costs.
by Ambrosia Viramontes-Brody |
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Global Alliances
Joe Cerrell '01 rallies government and industry leaders to increase funding for international development.
by Laurie Moore |
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A Passion for Fashion
Mandana Dayani '03, on the runway track to success, projects glamour in front of and behind the camera.
by Susan Andrews |
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Pillar of Empowerment
Mark Ridley-Thomas '89 is a foremost advocate of neighborhood participation in government decision-making. Lucky for us his neighborhood includes USC.
by Pamela J. Johnson |
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The Morale Booster
Sonia Narang '99 builds trust with employees. A furry critter gave her a lesson on that.
by Pamela J. Johnson |
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Silver Screen Storyteller
Matthew Michael Carnahan '95 scripts tales of politics, drama and international intrigue.
by Michelle Salzman |
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Beam of Hope
Wayne Wu '92 invests in the mechanics of medicine.
by Michelle Salzman |
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An (Air) Force of Nature
Born on a U.S. Air Force base, 59 years later Michael Donley, '77 and '78, is the Air Force's top civilian leader.
by Pamela J. Johnson |
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In Love, Will Travel
As a couple, Alex Peterson and Jennifer McCard are making careers out of service to the U.S. and the environment, around the world.
by Michelle Salzman |
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Winds of Fortune
Through their two companies, Alisa Rogers '79 and her husband Philip have forever changed the wind energy industry.
by Pamela J. Johnson |
USC Dornsife Magazine Staff
Editor
Susan Andrews
Managing Editor & Designer
Emily Cavalcanti
Senior Writer & Assistant Editor
Pamela J. Johnson
Web Editor & Writer
Laurie Moore
New Media Producer
Mira Zimet
Media/Social Media Specialist & Writer
Michelle Salzman
Staff Writer
Ambrosia Viramontes-Brody
Coordinator
Letitia Franklin
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