USC Dornsife News

The COVID-19 lockdown has been difficult for expectant mothers. The added stress of the pandemic could have long-term health consequences for mother and child. [6½ min read]

In an effort to encourage people to get vaccinated against COVID-19, government agencies and companies offer various prizes and giveaways. But will these incentives make a difference? [5¾ min read]

Though it may seem like a global pandemic and the genocide of a people have very little in common, the long-lingering effects of trauma on survivors are similar. [7 min read]

Undergraduate Alexa Weintraub showed how street and sidewalk space could be repurposed to allow for more outdoor seating, without affecting public transportation. [3 min read]

Since the very beginning of the pandemic, hate crimes toward Asians and Asian Americans have gotten increased media attention. A recent study confirms that these events are happening more often. [3¼ min read]

USC experts emphasize the value of practicing self-care, taking breaks as needed and trusting in good habits to help us make it through this pandemic. [2¾ min reading]

Spanning neurosciences, philosophy and Spanish, USC Dornsife students have jumped into the race against COVID-19. [4½ min + 2½ min listen]

USC experts discuss the recent murders in Atlanta, a surge in violence against people of Asian descent, and what can be done about it. [5 min read]

Black men are dying in disproportionate numbers from COVID-19, often leaving grieving spouses and children behind. USC Dornsife experts discuss how this tragedy connects to a long history of disruption of the Black family in America, from slavery to incarceration. [6¼ min read]