USC Dornsife News

For 20 years, USC Dornsife’s Institute of Armenian Studies has bridged Los Angeles, the diaspora and Armenia itself, fostering research that amplifies the community’s experiences and aims to advance the field into a more globally relevant future.

Professors bring expertise in a range of subjects, from mood and anxiety disorders to the impact of technological change on society.

From record-breaking open-water swims to navigating their father’s cancer diagnosis, incoming freshmen Amelia and Sarah Batt are diving into life on campus, bringing resilience, curiosity and a passion for discovery to their next chapter.

The astrophysicist and champion of interdisciplinary learning comes to USC from the University of California, Irvine, where he is dean of the School of Physical Sciences.

Hoose Library of Philosophy has been home to rare artifacts, manuscripts and collections for nearly a century.

USC Dornsife professor emeritus challenged conventional wisdom on economic growth and well-being, leaving a lasting impact on the field of happiness economics.

The Raubinheimer Outstanding Faculty Awards and Outstanding Staff Awards recognize scholarly achievement and contributions to USC.

Formerly the College’s divisional dean for physical sciences and mathematics, El-Naggar will serve until a search for a new dean is completed.

“Los Angeles’ pastor” inspired generations through his transformative leadership and dedication to social change.