Jill Biden Visits USC

The school hosted a visit from Jill Biden, wife of Vice President Joe Biden, who came to learn about a research project that strives to create a national model program that addresses military students’ special needs.

Cell Phones Important to Homeless Teens

Having a cell phone to stay connected to friends and family is just as important as food to homeless youth, according to a new study.

Older Latinos Fare Better in Latino Areas

A new study suggests that older Mexican-Americans who live in Mexican-American neighborhoods have a lower risk for frailty than those who live in ethnically heterogeneous areas.

Military Research Center Receives Gift

The USC Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans and Military Families has received nearly $1 million in funding from Prudential Financial, Inc.

Officials, Veterans Unite

Rep. Bass, Dean Flynn and Mayor Villaraigosa tackle high unemployment among veterans.

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A Wounded Warrior's Story

The USC Center for Innovation and Research on Veterans and Military Families presented Medal of Honor recipient SFC Leroy Petry and surgeon Col. James Ficke, who spoke about Petry’s recovery after losing a hand in combat.

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Lopez Wins Foster Care Award

Omar Lopez, clinical assistant professor in field education, received an Angels in Adoption award from the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute for his work with families and children in the child welfare system.

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