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As he nears completion of his degree, Charles Lehnen reflects on his research aimed at ensuring the survival of the giant reptiles — as well as his own harrowing survival story.

Driven by their own experiences with childhood illness — along with breakthrough research experience and service to the community — two stand-out USC Dornsife students look forward to medical school.

Computational linguistics major Kyle Ng explores ways to make large language models safer while also helping his fellow students feel at home on campus.

USC Dornsife graduating senior Srikar Kolluru spent his undergraduate years translating scientific research into compelling stories — and inspiring his peers to do the same

Mixing his passion for magic with his academic studies, graduating cognitive science major Tyler Gibgot learns he can help others find their own brand of magic.

The USC Dornsife physics alumnus behind Vogue, The New Yorker and Vanity Fair returns to his alma mater to celebrate the Class of 2025.

Despite homelessness and family loss, Sophia Perez graduates this year and will head to law school, then on to continue advocating for underserved communities’ rights.

Sibo “Carl” Zhou earns a USC Renaissance Scholar Prize and degrees in applied mathematics, religion, economics and data science, and global studies.