After earning her Ph.D. in Earth sciences from USC Dornsife in 2009, the pierced and tattooed Jingmai O’Connor has carved out a stellar career as a paleontologist in China, where she found not only access to thousands of exceptional fossils that can’t be seen anywhere else in the world — but also the freedom to be herself. [8 ¼ min read]
Alumnus Zack Porter’s path to finding solutions for climate change leads him to partner with champion paddleboarder and surfer Jamie Mitchell. [3 min read]
From LASIK eye surgery to a better jet fuel to the boogie board, USC Dornsife alumni have created products and technologies that changed the way we live. <4¼ min read>
Alumni Natalie Kra and Sage Tyler, both of whom graduated from USC Dornsife with degrees in environmental studies in 2017, return to the USC Wrigley Marine Science Center to oversee lighting efficiency upgrades. [6 min read]
As dietitian for the Los Angeles Chargers football team, human biology graduate Erica Capellino helps keep the athletes strong with good food that’s good for them. [1 ½ min read]
Energy policy expert S. Julio Friedmann, who graduated from USC Dornsife in 1995 with a Ph.D. in geology, describes the steps needed to create a successful future in terms of climate and energy. [3¾ min read]
Alumnus, biologist and inventor Steve Fabijanski’s holistic approach to climate change tackles two major contributors to greenhouse gases: airline travel and meat production. His solution? A mustard-like oilseed called carinata. [9 min read]
The Trojan Family honors this year’s graduates at USC’s 136th Commencement ceremony. [1¼ min read]
The USC Dornsife alumnus and acclaimed author of nearly 50 crime novels will deliver the USC Dornsife 2019 Commencement speech. [2 min read]
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