As the United States exerts growing pressure on Mexico, USC Dornsife political scientist Pamela Starr, author of The Making of Mexico, explains what Americans often misunderstand about the country next door and why the relationship matters.
A panel of experts, including MacArthur “Genius Grant” awardees Viet Thanh Nguyen and Josh Kun of USC Dornsife, explain the history of cultural appropriation and growing awareness in the digital era. [3 min read]
The ‘genius grant’ honors the American studies and ethnicity and communications professor, whose innovative work explores unexpected cross-cultural connections.
Professor Josh Kun of American studies and ethnicity looks into Los Angeles foodie history with his new book To Live and Dine in L.A.
Many USC Dornsife faculty members share their knowledge and ideas during the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books over the weekend, held at USC’s University Park campus for the fourth year.
