USC Dornsife News

The COVID-19 pandemic upended lives around the world. Where do we go from here? [12¼ min read time]

As the climate crisis escalates, USC Dornsife experts are studying ways to quickly enact positive change and find a path to greener days.

USC students will gather evidence for the Factual Analysis Citizen Consulting Team, recently launched by the Los Angeles County District Attorney to examine officer-involved fatal use-of-force incidents. [4½ min read]

The second annual USC Dornsife-Union Bank LABarometer livability survey also reveals that while Angelenos continue to be less satisfied with their quality of life compared to all California residents and people throughout the country, they perceive there to be less crime, vandalism, and drug and alcohol use in their neighborhoods than they did in 2019. [5 min read]

USC Dornsife faculty members and 40 other experts from diverse fields produce a report on commemorating triumphant and tragic moments in L.A.’s history. [4½ min read]

University scientists, working with the city of Los Angeles, have developed a plan to grow an urban forest in communities vulnerable to heat waves and air pollution. [2 min read]

With such series as “The Gaymazing Race” and “Muslims as Seen on TV,” Karen Tongson and her colleagues aim to entertain and educate an audience beyond the university campus. [4½ min read]

Results from a new USC Dornsife study show that U.S. adults with higher education are significantly more likely to get a COVID-19 vaccination and to believe that it’s safe and effective. [2¼ min read]

Bitcoin for your thoughts? The USC Dornsife Center on Science, Technology, and Public Life explores the implications of innovation that don’t always feed your daily news diet.