David Eggenschwiler, known affectionately by his students as “the Eggman,” was widely appreciated for his talent, dedication, energy and enthusiasm — qualities for which he was recognized with awards for teaching excellence. [5¼ min read]
Former Mellon Mays scholar Amaka Okechukwu ’08 reflects on poetry, social justice and the uncertain future for diversity in higher education. [6 ½ min read]
Poet and playwright Catherine Theis graduates with a Ph.D. in creative writing having found her life’s passion and her partner within the academy. [6 min read]
USC Dornsife scholar David Ulin helps us find the places that shaped Didion’s life in the Southland. [6¾ min read]
Students in USC Dornsife’s Ph.D. in Creative Writing and Literature program hosted their first-ever event featuring the work and experiences of writers of color. [1 ½ min read]
By exploring the work of artists and poets, we can understand how the smallest changes to the environment can signal large-scale damage. [6 min read]
In August of 1969, the Manson family murders ended an effervescent counterculture. Or did they? USC Dornsife experts examine the true origins of the shift from flower power to protest power in the city of angels. [5 ¼ min read]
Six outstanding seniors nominated by faculty from USC Dornsife’s English Department are recognized for their commitment to the arts at an awards dinner that remembers alumnus Jimmy Gauntt. [ 3½ min read ]
The MacArthur Fellowship awardee and professor of English is USC Dornsife’s 25th faculty member elected to the prestigious AAAS Fellowship. [1½ min read]
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