USC Dornsife News

Ring in the New Year with these USC Dornsife scholar-recommended reads that promise a little self-transformation. [4½ min read]

In the settlement of Jamestown a more typical incident of distrust, displacement and repression can tell more about the colonial era than the Pilgrims' experience. [6¼ min read]

USC Dornsife has played host to tens of thousands of Trojan romances over the years. In honor of Valentine’s Day, here are some of their stories. [6¼ min read]

Controversy about celebrating Christmas is nothing new, the Puritans were opposed to Christmas celebrations as well. [4½ min read]

Experts with the USC Center for the Changing Family, headquartered at USC Dornsife, offer five tips to make the most of your holidays during the pandemic. [3¼ min read]

Michael Goran of the USC Center for the Changing Family based at USC Dornsife provides ideas for how to make Halloween “sugarproof,” so that it will be a healthier and safer celebration. [5½ min read]

Whether you’re trying to quit smoking or lose weight, these experts want to help you think positively, set realistic goals and follow through on your resolutions for 2020. [2¾ min read]

Three faculty members share paintings, poems and books that strive to depict the many facets of love.

Former California Poet Laureate and USC Dornsife Professor of English Carol Muske-Dukes selects a variety of poetic works that celebrate love, romance and passion. [6 min read]