USC Dornsife in the News Archive - 2016

December

December 22, 2016

The Conversation published an op-ed by Khatera Sahibzada, adjunct lecturer in applied psychology, on the practical application of a 13th century Sufi saying to managerial feedback in the present. "As long as managers always ensure their feedback is unbiased, essential and civil, it’s almost certain to be effective and help an employee grow," Sahibzada wrote.

The New York Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on the efforts of Chinese movie production companies to reach worldwide audiences with the film "The Great Wall."

USA Today quoted Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, on President-elect Donald Trump's economic goals related to China.

UPROXX quoted Robert English, associate professor of international relations, Slavic languages and literature, and environmental studies, on the reasons Russian media may have reported on the opening of an embassy by the California secessionist group Yes California.

December 21, 2016

The Korea Times published commentary by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, on why the current political turmoil in South Korea should not be considered a "revolution." Hwang argues the final steps towards true democratization will finally yield the benefits from the country's previous revolution.

December 20, 2016

NPR Chicago affiliate WBEZ-FM highlighted research by Duncan Ermini Leaf of the USC Schaeffer Center, Maria Jose Prados of USC Dornsife 's Center for Economic and Social Research and colleagues on the long-term benefits of preschool. The study, led by Nobel Prize winner James Heckman, found life cycle benefits for children enrolled in high-quality preschool programs, general benefits for parents, and savings for the community as a whole.

USA Today quoted Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, about how negotiating new trade deals with China may benefit some workers, but may negatively affect the American economy as a whole.

WalletHub quoted Wendy Wood, Provost Professor of Psychology and Business, on ways to make and keep New Year's resolutions so that they are likely to stick.

December 19, 2016

Politico noted Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, is taking over as director of the Unruh Institute of Politics.

Politico published an op-ed by Jacob Soll, professor of history and accounting, examing the history of fake news. December 16, 2016

The Conversation published an op-ed by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, about the relationship between wealth and faith. "[Trump] promises salvation through business savvy and survival-of-the-fittest battles to the death, winners and losers winnowed out like the proverbial wheat from the chaff," said Wayland-Smith.

Bloomberg quoted David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about whether South Korea's corporate elite will maintain their influence over the country's executive branch.

Jewish Journal quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about why voters supported president-elect Donald Trump.

The Sacramento Bee reviewed the Pulitzer Prize-winning book, The Sympathizer by Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity.

Los Angeles Wave, in a story about the new South L.A. Trauma Recovery Center, mentioned the center's partnership with the USC Dornsife Department of Psychology.

December 14, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted the USC Shoah Foundation and USC Trustee Steven Spielberg's Ambassadors for Humanity Gala, which raised $3.5 million for the foundation. The event honored USC alumnus George Lucas and his wife, Mellody Hobson, who have made significant contributions to USC. The story also noted USC President C. L. Max Nikias and Stephen Smith, executive director of the USC Shoah Foundation, provided remarks.

The Press-Enterprise quoted Patrick James, professor of international relations, about the humanitarian crisis in Syria.

December 14, 2016

KPCC-FM quoted Sarah Feakins, associate professor of earth sciences, about the possible impact on climate change research if the majority in government consider it a theory rather than settled science.

NPR San Francisco affiliate KQED-FM quoted Robert English, associate professor of international relations, Slavic languages and literature, and environmental studies, about the end goals for propaganda distributed by Russian media.

The Boston Globe quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the likely reasons why President-elect Donald Trump publicly considered Mitt Romney for Secretary of State.

The Washington Post mentioned research by Matthew Dean, assistant professor of biological sciences, and colleagues on the evolution of bacula among mammals.

The Washington Times cited comments by Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity, gender studies and comparative literature, on the impact of activism and choosing battles.

December 13, 2016 KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Damali Najuma Smith of USC Dornsife's Center for Religion and Civic Culture about the need for atonement when an individual ages.

Maclean's (Canada) quoted Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about President-elect Donald Trump's abilities as commander-in-chief.

Express (UK) quoted Simon Radford, Ph.D. student in political science and international relations, about why the Russians might have launched a cyberattack against Hillary Clinton's campaign.

December 10, 2016

“Xploration Awesome Planet” highlighted research by Jed Fuhrman, McCulloch-Crosby Chair in Marine Biology and Professor of Biological Sciences, to use microorganisms to assess the health of the ocean. With Fuhrman’s research, scientists can now quickly determine daily pollution levels.

Los Angeles Times quoted Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about the health of South Korea’s democracy based on the impeachment of the country’s president. KCRW-FM interviewed Hwang about the impeachment and South Korea’s history.

The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the closing of the Field Poll and the future of polling in the evolving news environment.

Los Angeles Times cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll finding uncertain voters were more likely to choose President-elect Donald Trump on Election Day.

Inside Higher Ed cited comments by J. Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity, gender studies and comparative literature, on the impact of activism and choosing battles.

Mic. cited research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the economic impact of undocumented immigrants on California’s gross domestic product.

PolitiFact mentioned research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues that found no association between ride-sharing service availability, such as Uber, on drunk-driving fatalities.

Deseret News cited comments by Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology, on how to effectively engage young people with religion.

December 9, 2016

Bloomberg's "Daybreak: Asia" interviewed David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about the culture of corruption in South Korea's government and the impeachment of the country's president (second story here).

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about California's potential role in opposing conservative policies coming out of President-elect Donald Trump's administration. CBC Radio (Canada) quoted Pamela Starr, associate professor (teaching) of international relations, about the impact of President-elect Donald Trump's anti-NAFTA rhetoric is having on Mexico's economy.

The Economist cited research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the economic impact of undocumented immigrants on California's gross domestic product.

Los Angeles Magazine noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on whether Los Angeles residents were interested in supporting community foundations.

December 8, 2016

The Conversation published an op-ed by Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, on the state of climate change regulation if President-elect Donald Trump cancels American involvement with international climate agreements. Since global climate change has a "free rider problem," China may see this as an opening to gain "soft power" and boost its political legitimacy in the global arena.

Nature featured the career of Susan Forsburg, Gabilan Distinguished Professor in Science and Engineering and professor of biological sciences, and her recognition by the Nature Awards for Mentoring in Science for mid-career achievement. The award, which includes a $10,000 prize, is earned only by nominations from mentees (second story here).

CNN interviewed Natalia Pérez, assistant professor of Spanish and Portuguese, and Samuel Steinberg, assistant professor of Spanish and Portuguese, about how President-elect Donald Trump's rhetoric towards immigrants influenced Pérez's decision to become an American citizen.

China Daily quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the success of the new Star Wars film, Rogue One, in the Chinese market.

The Atlantic's "CityLab" cited comments by Jefferey Sellers, associate professor of political science and public policy, about the "metropolitanization" of the electorate and the need for presidential candidates to focus on small to medium-sized metro areas and suburbs.

December 7, 2016

The Korea Times published an op-ed by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about the political protests in South Korea and the movement's importance in the country's history. According to Hwang, this episode will show what truly remains of South Korea's former dictatorship. "It will also show again that a purpose of studying history is to learn about the past in order to overcome it instead of being bound by it," Hwang said.

Wired quoted David Ginsburg, associate professor (teaching) of environmental studies, about a new underwater art installation off the coast of Catalina Island.

The New York Times (in an Associated Press story) reported on the charges against a student accused of killing Bosco Tjan of the USC Dornsife College. Los Angeles Times, CNN, NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV, CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV, CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV, ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM, Los Angeles Daily News, City News Service and LAist noted the charges filed. ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-TV and Estrella TV Los Angeles affiliate KRCA-TV reported on the memorial service for Tjan. Los Angeles Times’ “Homicide Report” mentioned Tjan. December 6, 2016

Los Angeles Times reported on a memorial service for slain USC professor, Bosco Tjan, of the USC Dornsife College. “Tragically, Bosco died doing what he loved, doing what he believed in — serving his students and building up a new generation of scholars,” USC President C. L. Max Nikias said. “His achievements are real, his influence enduring.” The story also quoted USC Dean of Religious Life Varun Soni. Los Angeles Times published a video of the service with comments from Rev. James Burklo of the USC Office of Religious Life and one of Tjan’s students. Los Angeles Daily News, CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV, CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV, ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC- AM and City News Service covered the service.

The New York Times highlighted research by Valter Longo of gerontology and biological sciences that found adults between the ages of 50 and 65 who consumed high protein diets were at greater risk of dying from cancer. Longo argues the human body is not programmed to process large amounts of pure protein.

Los Angeles Times quoted David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about South Korean president Park Geun-hye's strategies for remaining in office amid corruption allegations.

NBC News quoted Christian Grose, associate professor of political science, about the rise in hate speech following the election of President-elect Donald Trump.

The Huffington Post mentioned research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the proportion of California's workforce that is undocumented.

Santa Monica Daily Press mentioned a partnership between the USC Sea Grant program, US Geological Survey and the City of Santa Monica to develop a virtual reality program that portrays what rising sea levels and global warming would do to Santa Monica.

December 5, 2016

The New York Times (in an Associated Press story) reported on the death of Bosco Tjan of the USC Dornsife College. “As the Trojan Family mourns Professor Tjan’s untimely passing, we will keep his family in our thoughts,” said USC President C. L. Max Nikias in a CNN story about the incident. Los Angeles Times quoted Mara Mather of the USC Davis School and Irving Biederman of the USC Dornsife College on how Tjan was beloved by both his colleagues and students. The New York Times (in Associated Press and Reuters stories), The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times (additional stories here and here), The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inside Higher Ed, KPCC-FM (second story here), USA Today, Fox News, ABC News (second video story here and Los Angeles affiliate KABC-TV story here), CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCAL-TV, CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV (second story here), Los Angeles Daily News (second story here), Time, The Scientist, Minneapolis Star- Tribune, LA Weekly, LAist, Diverse: Issue in Education, City News Service (second story here), New York Daily News, United Press International, International Business Times, Xinhua News Agency (China) and People Magazine reported on Tjan’s death. ESPN’s “FiveThirtyEight” quoted Christian Grose, associate professor of political science, on how black legislators from both parties are more likely to assign federal funds to majority black communities and historically black universities.

December 2, 2016

The Washington Post (in an Associated Press story) quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about California Gov. Jerry Brown's pick of Rep. Xavier Becerra for California attorney general. San Jose Mercury News also quoted Schnur about Brown's pick.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how President-elect Donald Trump manages his image, reputation and alleged controversies through Twitter.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted James Heft, Alton M. Brooks Professor of Religion, on how presidents of Catholic universities are able to more effectively implement policies compared to bishops.

The Hollywood Reporter quoted Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American literature and professor of English, art history and history, about tourist expectations when visiting the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Los Angeles Times cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the similarities and differences between Arnold Schwarzenegger and President-elect Donald Trump's political and media careers.

December 1, 2016

Sacramento Bee quoted Darry Sragow, adjunct assistant professor of political science, about the unlikelihood that California will secede from the United States.

Quartz quoted Roberto Ignacio Diaz, associate professor of Spanish and comparative literature, about Cuba and Fidel Castro's influence on 20th century literature.

The Atlantic cited comments by Geoffrey Wiseman, professor of the practice of international relations, about America's history of isolating adversarial regimes while trying to engage their citizens.

November

November 30, 2016

The New York Times published an op-ed by David Treuer, professor of English, about the protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline. Treuer writes about the intersectionality of the protest and how, unlike other groups, the Standing Rock protestors do not have a single leader and work as a plurality. "We do not have, like the African-American civil rights movement, a single institution like slavery to define our struggle, and a hard date when that was to have ended ... But the protest at Standing Rock does have something Dr. King possessed, and that is dignity in the face of dire opposition," Treuer said. North County Public Radio featured a Q&A with Treuer about the protests and his new book, Rez Life, an Indian's Journey Through Reservation Life. Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the Chinese government's project to develop a film studio and theme park in China.

November 29, 2016

BBC (UK) quoted Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about how Confucian values in South Korea require the repayment of kindness and loyalty.

CBC (Canada) quoted Pamela Starr, associate professor (teaching) of international relations, about the possibility of California seceding from the United States.

Inside Science quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about how Daylight Saving Time affects the movement of animals.

Los Angeles Times mentioned a partnership between the USC Sea Grant program, US Geological Survey and the City of Santa Monica to develop a virtual reality program that portrays what rising sea levels and global warming would do to Santa Monica.

CNN cited comments by David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about the relationship between South Korea's president and a spiritual leader.

The Fresno Bee cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the changing demographics of California voters.

November 28, 2016

The New York Times highlighted research by Morteza Dehghani, assistant professor of psychology and computer science, that found people's preference for positive words - positive bias - correlated with the national mood at the time. "What people haven't actually looked at is how this phenomenon fluctuates over time, and whether there are certain predictors for it," said Dehghani. He found an overall decrease in positive language over the past 200 years, and a relationship between positive bias and objective circumstances, as well as subjective happiness.

KPCC-FM highlighted research by Darby Saxbe, assistant professor of psychology, on how stress can be contagious among family members or partners. Saxbe points to an evolutionary need to react quickly to threats and mimic the physiological stress level of individuals in a group, but it is not clear how stress is communicated or transferred. "Trying to manage stress has implications not just for one's own well being, but for the well being of one's spouse and one's children," Saxbe said.

KPCC-FM quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the possible political and economic implications for Cuba following the passing of Fidel Castro, and why Cuban-Americans have mixed feelings to the news.

San Francisco Chronicle quoted Kevin Starr, University Professor and professor of history, and policy, planning, and development, and Robert Scheer of the USC Annenberg School about the new publisher of Berkeley's Heyday Books. The Chronicle of Higher Education, in a story about transitioning faculty to retirement, mentioned the USC Emeriti Center and Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, (second story here).

Scientific American mentioned research by Antonio Damasio, director of the Brain and Creativity Institute, and colleagues on the impact of gratitude on brain function.

Daily Mail (UK) cited research by Daniel Benjamin, associate professor (research) of economics, and colleagues on the link between genetics and education.

ATTN quoted Julien Emile-Geay, associate professor of earth sciences, about the importance of NASA's Earth science research.

Australian News Network (Australia) cited comments by Thomas Garrison, assistant professor (teaching) of anthropology and spatial sciences, about the unlikelihood that a 15-year-old found a forgotten Mayan city.

November 23, 2016

The Wall Street Journal published commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how President-elect Donald Trump can do more to discourage harassment, racism, xenophobia and other harmful messages. "If Mr. Trump is serious about bringing the country together, the first step is saying so out loud more frequently," Schnur said.

The Conversation published an article by Bruce Smith, Dean's Professor of English and professor of theatre, exploring whether cutting up Shakespeare's works is an act of destruction or another form of creation.

The Conversation published an article by Peter Mancall, Andrew W. Mellon Professor of the Humanities, Linda and Harlan Martens Director of the Early Modern Studies Institute and professor of history and anthropology, on the little-known history of two men who almost derailed New England’s first colonies.

The Conversation published an article by psychology doctoral candidates Kate Johnson and Joe Hoover analyzing whether conservatives value 'moral purity' more than liberals and how to overcome polarizing rhetoric.

Deseret News highlighted research by Antonio Damasio and Assal Habibi of the Brain and Creativity Institute on the positive effects music training has on a child's brain development. The part of the brain benefiting the most also controls speech perception, language development and reading skills. The story also cited comments by USC Thornton School Dean Robert Cuttieta about what age to start music education.

Los Angeles Times quoted Pablo Barbera-Aranguena, assistant professor of international relations, about President-elect Donald Trump's successful use of Twitter to reinforce his perceived authenticity.

Los Angeles Times quoted David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College about the corruption charges against South Korea's president and whether she will continue to serve or resign. The Orange County Register quoted Robert Rex Waller and Jim Clements of the Writing Program about the cultural significance of Leonard Cohen's song, "Hallelujah."

The Korea Times published an op-ed by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about the difference in public protests against the South Korean government under a dictatorship and today.

November 22, 2016

Daily Mail (UK) published commentary from The Conversation by Henrike Moll, assistant professor of psychology, and Allie Khalulyan, Ph.D. student in developmental psychology, on the psychology of playing hide and seek. "The seemingly irrational way in which children try to hide from others ... [shows] that children feel unable to relate to a person unless the communication flows both ways," they wrote.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" interviewed Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the demographic shifts in California and future tensions between the state and the administration of President-elect Donald Trump.

The Orange County Register cited comments by Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology, about why evangelicals voted for Donald Trump.

November 21, 2016

Newsweek featured an interview with Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, about his Pulitzer Prize winning novel, "The Sympathizer," and how his background informs his scholarship and writing. "I knew that my autobiographical experience of wearing a mask, of having two faces, of always pretending, of doubting my own interiority, could be allegorized," Nguyen said.

LA Weekly featured a partnership between the USC Sea Grant program, US Geological Survey and the City of Santa Monica to develop a virtual reality program that portrays what rising sea levels and global warming would do to Santa Monica. La Opinion, LAist and Vocativ also mentioned the collaborative effort.

NPR quoted David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about the alleged influence of a religious leader over South Korea's president and whether the president will serve out her term. CNN also quoted Kang (second story here).

LA Weekly quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how the rise of Donald Trump may create a political climate favorable for Antonio Villaraigosa's bid for governor in California.

The San Bernardino Sun quoted Jim Clements and Robert Rex Waller Jr. of the Writing Program about why Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" connects with people during nationwide moments of high emotion. OC Weekly interviewed Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the student protests following the election of President-elect Donald Trump and Latino turnout during the election.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll contrasting California voter preferences with the rest of the nation.

November 18, 2016

La Opinion featured an op-ed by Manuel Pastor and Alejandro Sanchez-Lopez of the USC Dornsife Program for Environmental and Regional Equity about the demographic shifts in South Los Angeles. His study also focused on tools civic leaders can use to mobilize the evolving community and similar shifts nationwide. Pastor argues the lack of Latino civic participation can be solved through collaboration and addressing some of the barriers to entry.

Minnesota Public Radio featured a Q&A with David Ulin, assistant professor of the practice of English, on how exploring history through books can help Americans understand the presidential election. "Maybe the only way for us to start coming together is to actually listen to each other's stories," Ulin said.

Quartz quoted Morteza Dehghani, assistant professor of psychology and computer science, about how social media users curate who they follow based on shared beliefs rather than the platform initiating the development of an echo chamber.

Fusion quoted Jane Junn, professor of political science, on how white privilege may have motivated some white women to support Donald Trump in the presidential election.

November 17, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times post-election poll on how Californians voted in the presidential election. According to the poll, the majority of voters want Democrats and Republicans to compromise when crafting policy, but did not communicate optimism that this will happen.

KPCC-FM featured a partnership between the USC Sea Grant program, US Geological Survey and the City of Santa Monica to develop a virtual reality program that portrays what rising sea levels and global warming would do to Santa Monica. "We want people to get an idea of what they face going forward so wise decision-making can take place," said Phyllis Grifman, associate director at USC Sea Grant.

The Guardian (UK) quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the economic benefits of providing a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants.

Herald & Review quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll's methodology.

El Espectador (Colombia) quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the presidential election results.

November 16, 2016

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Alison Dundes Renteln, professor of political science, anthropology, public policy and law, about the motivations behind many of the post-election protestors.

LA Weekly quoted Jefferey Sellers, associate professor of political science and public policy, about the deficiencies of the Electoral College system and the likelihood Congress will act to change it.

The Straits Times (Singapore) quoted Saori Katada, associate professor at school of international relations, about how Japan trade strategy will be impacted if the Trans-Pacific Partnership is not given Congressional approval in the United States.

Los Angeles Times cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Antonio Villaraigosa's bid for California governor.

Variety mentioned the USC Shoah Foundation and USC Trustee Steven Spielberg produced a documentary, "Finding Oscar," about the Dos Erres massacre in Guatemala.

The Week mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll, which used a different methodology than other polls and consistently showed Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton.

November 15, 2016

The Wall Street Journal published commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how millennial voters may feel disenchanted with the presidential election results. "In retrospect, two consecutive victories for Barack Obama may have lulled many young progressives into a false sense of complacency," Schnur said.

Los Angeles Times profiled Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, and how his background informs his work and worldview. Nguyen, who won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction earlier this year for his novel "The Sympathizer," is now a National Book Award finalist for his non-fiction work, "Nothing Ever Dies." "Americans do believe very strongly in their own innocence," said Nguyen. "When some say we’re going overseas to establish democracy, I think they really believe that."

The Hill published an op-ed by Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on how those disappointed in Donald Trump's election can organize and combat any policies that disagree with. "Above all: stay calm, and organize, organize, organize," Hancock said.

American Public Media's "Marketplace" quoted Steve Ross, professor of history, about how different facets of the entertainment industry will react to a Donald Trump presidency.

LAist quoted Jody Vallejo, associate professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about Los Angeles' undocumented immigrant population. The Intercept quoted Maytha Alhassen, doctoral student in American studies and ethnicity, about the possible implication for American civil liberties under the administration of President-elect Donald Trump.

The Atlantic mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll. Newsweek, New Jersey Record and Eurasia Review also noted the poll's methodology.

November 14, 2016

Los Angeles Times published a review of a collection of short stories by Dana Johnson, associate professor of English. The stories in "In the Not Quite Dark" take place in and around Los Angeles. "She uses boxes that popular culture often puts black people in and breaks them from within, calling further into question the nature of the assumptions," according to the review.

Bloomberg interviewed Arie Kapteyn, director of USC Dornsife's Center for Economic and Social Research about the future of polling and how the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll's methodology differed from other polls. Bloomberg also interviewed Jill Darling of the USC Dornsife Center for Economic and Social Research about the Daybreak tracking poll. NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the poll and why the electoral college is important. BBC News and The Philadelphia Inquirer noted the poll's results.

The Washington Post quoted Stephen Smith, executive director of the USC Shoah Foundation, about how immersive, virtual reality experiences can encourage empathy, but may also traumatize or desensitize viewers.

The San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about possible negative effects President-elect Donald Trump will have on California's struggling Republican party.

Politico quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump's election may benefit Antonio Villaraigosa's bid for California governor (second story here).

Sputnik News quoted Steven Lamy, professor of international relations, about the future of U.S.-Russia relations with President-elect Donald Trump.

Los Angeles Times noted results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll demonstrating voter support for continuing California's ballot measure process.

Sacramento Bee, in a story about literary culture in Los Angeles, mentioned Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, won a Pulitzer Prize in fiction for his novel, "The Sympathizer."

LA Weekly noted research by Raymond Stevens, Provost Professor of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Neurology, Physiology and Biophysics, and Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, and colleagues on the CB1 receptor in the human body and how THC and other molecules interact with it. Vice cited comments by David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College about the alleged influence of a religious leader over South Korea's president.

International Business Times published an op-ed by Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology, on the racist history of evangelicalism.

November 11, 2016

NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV quoted Jill Darling of USC Dornsife's Center for Economic and Social Research and survey director for the Understanding America Study, which managed the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll.

Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV-TV interviewed Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about what the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll measured that other polls did not.

Agence France Presse quoted Ann Crigler, professor of political science, about why secession from the United States appeals to some Californians.

Los Angeles Times cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll, which showed Donald Trump leading Hillary Clinton ahead of the presidential election. PBS' "Tavis Smiley," Daily Mail (UK), The Conversation, Washington Times-Herald and Fox & Hounds mentioned the poll's results.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll correlating support for the two death penalty-related propositions on the California ballot with support for Donald Trump.

Los Angeles Times, in a story about an interfaith gathering following the results of the presidential election, mentioned Damali Najuma Smith of USC Dornsife's Center for Religion and Civic Culture.

Fast Company mentioned a new study by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues on the demographic shifts in South Los Angeles.

November 10, 2016

NPR featured an interview with Jill Darling of the USC Dornsife 's Center for Economic and Social Research and survey director for the Understanding America Study, which managed the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll. Darling explained how the poll's methodology was different than traditional polls. Nature also quoted Darling. Los Angeles Times quoted Arie Kapteyn, director of the USC Center for Economic and Social Research, about why polling failed to predict the winner of the presidential election. U.S. News & World Report, USA Today (additional stories here and here), Fox News (also quoted Darling), Detroit Free Press, Daily Mail (UK), US Weekly, Bill Moyers and Times of San Diego also quoted Kapetyn. Mashable cited an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the tracking poll headed into Election Day. ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM and Variety quoted Schnur after the election was called for Donald Trump. The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal (additional stories here and here), Bloomberg, Al Jazeera, The Conversation, The Telegraph (UK) and The Fiscal Times noted the poll's trend over the course of the election.

Nature reviewed research by Peter Kuhn, Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, and Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, on the progression of prostate cancer. Kuhn found bone marrow aspirates and blood draws can be used to track the disease, instead of the traditional biopsy.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the unprecedented success of the tax measures on the Los Angeles city ballots.

KPCC-FM quoted Ange-Marie Hancock-Alfaro, associate professor of political science and gender studies, and Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the possible impacts on Southern California during a Donald Trump presidency (second story here).

Deadline quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the possible financial implications for China if Donald Trump imposes certain tax proposals.

KCET-TV cited research by Kevin Starr, University Professor and professor of history, and policy, planning, and development, about the history of Pio Pico.

November 9, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors election and the shift in voter concerns.

U.S. News & World Report quoted Robert English, associate professor of international relations, Slavic languages and literature, and environmental studies, about the conflated perception that Vladimir Putin tried to influence the presidential election.

Los Angeles Times noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll which showed Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton before Election Day (second story here). USA Today, CBS News, International Business Times, McClatchy DC and Fox & Hounds mentioned the poll as well.

Fox Business noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing voter support for Proposition 64, which would legalize recreational marijuana use. Motley Fool noted the same results. International Business Times mentioned results about Proposition 63 - that would increase gun control - and Capitol Weekly cited results about Proposition 60 - that would require adult film actors to wear condoms during certain scenes.

The Huffington Post cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll.

The Korea Times ran commentary by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about what cultural factors lead to the elevation of South Korea's president in political circles.

November 8, 2016

The New York Times published an op-ed by Mark Marino, associate professor (teaching) of writing, on why selfies are a form of "self-conscious communication" and voting booth selfies can boost a person's mood. According to Marino, taking an Election Day selfie can craft a self-image that demonstrates you are politically engaged and encourages peers to identify as "voters" as well.

The Washington Post highlighted results from the recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll demonstrating voter support for eliminating the death penalty. In a second article, The Post noted California voter support for legalizing recreational marijuana use. Los Angeles Times featured the poll's results for all questions asked of participants (additional stories here and here).

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the declining influence of the Republican Party in California.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Brie Loskota, executive director of the USC Center for Religious and Civic Culture, on the interaction between the church and state leading up to Election Day.

Politico quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the viability of the top-two primary process.

International Business Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how it is unlikely a third-party candidate can maintain momentum heading into Election Day.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the motivations and effects of FBI Director James Comey's recent letters to Congress regarding Hillary Clinton's emails.

Los Angeles Times published an article on the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and why its methodology is different than most other tracking polls. The Washington Post, Mic., The Washington Examiner, International Business Times, Business Standard, Capitol Weekly and Alabama Media Group noted the results from the poll.

Vox noted comments by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about how former California Gov. Pete Wilson's attempt to bar undocumented individuals from accessing public services in 1994 helped create an inclusive Latino identity in California.

November 7, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll finding voters prefer for their representatives to work with the opposing party, but with limited concessions on their side. The story also quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about this sentiment. San Francisco Examiner noted these results. Los Angeles Times covered poll results finding Hillary Clinton with a significant lead in California and Kamala Harris leading Loretta Sanchez in the California Senate race. The Huffington Post and Mic. mentioned results demonstrating voter support for Proposition 64, which would legalize recreational marijuana. Marin Independent Journal noted support for Proposition 64 and both propositions on the death penalty - propositions 62 and 66 - failing to appeal to a majority of voters.

Los Angeles Times featured an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and its methodology. Unlike other polls, the daily tracking poll measures voter intensity. "Critics have mostly ignored the rich data from the 1 to 100 scale, instead reacting to Daybreak’s polling results with hostility and derision," Schnur said. Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV-TV also interviewed Schnur on his thoughts about what distinguishes the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll.

Los Angeles Times quoted Darry Sragow, adjunct assistant professor of political science, on how the Republican Party in California may be on the road to irrelevancy after this election.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the shift from only voting on Election Day to early voting.

News at a Glance

The New York Times (in a Reuters story) noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll from September demonstrating voter support for Proposition 61, which would prevent pharmaceutical companies from charging state-owned health programs more than the price paid by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for prescription drugs. The Wall Street Journal also noted the poll's results.

CNN cited comments by David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College about the undue influence of a friend and unofficial advisor over South Korea's president.

International Business Times cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the declining influence of the Republican Party in California.

Mic. noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton before Election Day. International Business Times and The Independent (UK) also cited the results.

Next City noted a new study by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues on the demographic shifts in South Los Angeles.

Northern Territory News (Australia) cited comments by Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on the limited impact of celebrity endorsements on voter preferences.

Boise Weekly noted research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the percentage of eligible voters who are naturalized citizens.

November 4, 2016 The Wall Street Journal published an op-ed by USC President C. L. Max Nikias on how institutions of higher education will drive the next industrial revolution. According to Nikias, universities must foster cross-disciplinary research and collaboration, which will lead to innovation. Nikias noted the research of Mark Humayan of Keck Medicine of USC and the USC Viterbi School and Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, and Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, as shining examples of faculty with joint appointments who are reshaping the world with their work.

The Washington Post published an op-ed by Erin Baggott Carter, assistant professor of international relations, on how China's state-run media favors Hillary Clinton over Donald Trump in its coverage of the American presidential election. Carter surveyed media mentions of the election and what stories received the most coverage. "Although Trump offers China the enticing possibility of American withdrawal from the Asia-Pacific sphere, Chinese leaders have begrudgingly cast their lot with the devil they know," she said.

The Washington Post featured an op-ed by Pablo Barberá, assistant professor of international relations, and collegues that argues trolling on social media inhibits the free exchange of ideas. Barbera and colleagues studied tweets posted by German, Greek, Spanish and British politicians and found they are actively avoiding engaging with the public on social media since they are often attacked. "Trolling may also downgrade the overall quality of online discussions, demobilize citizens who are trolled and reduce satisfaction with the platform’s potential for discourse," said Barbera.

USA Today highlighted work by Thomas Garrison, assistant professor (teaching) of anthropology and spatial sciences, to excavate the ancient Mayan site of Bejucal. One temple, according to Garrison, was used for human sacrifices to consecrate the holy space. Unfortunately, the site has been looted several times. "Now we cannot ever confirm who was actually buried there. Was it the guy on the stelae? Was it a guy at all, or instead a queen? This will never be known," Garrison said.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the changing preferences of the electorate and the reduced need to be "tough on crime" to win an election. The story also cited results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing voter support for Proposition 57, which would loosen state prison parole rules.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Loretta Sanchez's failure to appeal to independents and Republicans in the California Senate race. The story also cited results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing Kamala Harris leading Sanchez statewide.

MSNBC interviewed Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about the Democratic Party's "blue wall" strategy to ensure a Hillary Clinton victory.

CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about what may change voter sentiment in the final days leading up to the presidential election.

CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV quoted Mark Marino, associate professor (teaching) of writing, about the benefits and impetus of taking a selfie. The Christian Science Monitor quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the increase and interest in early voting.

Popsugar interviewed Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the best strategies for dealing with racist comments by acquaintances, friends and family members.

China Daily quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the possibility that the Dalian Wanda Group may purchase a majority stake in a Hollywood production studio.

Los Angeles Times published an article on a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing voters might reject Proposition 62, which would eliminate the death penalty, by a thin margin. The poll also showed voters did not support Proposition 66, which would speed up the death penalty system.

CNN cited comments by David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College about the undue influecne of a friend and unofficial advisor over South Korea's president.

The Hill cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll, showing Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton.

East Bay Times cited results from the September 2016 USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on voter support for Proposition 64, which would legalize recreational marijuana use.

The Conversation published an op-ed by Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, about the growing concern over air pollution in China as the populations sees rising income levels.

The Conversation ran commentary by Chelsea Johnson, sociology doctoral student, about the social capital associated with natural hair, specifically for African American women.

New Zealand TV cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about what factors are most likely to influence American voters.

November 3, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the latest USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on voter support for California ballot propositions. Proposition 64, which would legalize marijuana for recreational use, has overwhelming support among voters younger than 29 years old. "The electorate has gotten younger and more demographically diverse; the change over the last six years has been more cultural than political," said Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, (second story here). Los Angeles Times also published an article highlighting the poll's results on voter support for Proposition 63, which would increase gun control in the state. Bloomberg noted earlier poll results on California's propositions.

The Atlantic's "CityLab" featured a new study by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues on the demographic shifts in South Los Angeles. Besides the demographic shift, the study also focused on tools civic leaders can use to mobilize the evolving community and similar shifts nationwide. "South L.A. is the future of L.A. in many different ways; it’s actually the future of multiracial organizing in L.A., in California, and in the nation," said Pastor.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Ofir Turel of the Brain and Creativity Institute on what fuels an addiction to social media.

CBC Radio (Canada) quoted Jeffrey Fields, assistant professor of the practice of international relations, about the levels of government classification and the type of information shared at each level.

CalMatters quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about California Democrats tying their Republican opponents to Donald Trump's policies.

Los Angeles Times noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton in the presidential race. U.S. News & World Report, Politico, Alabama Media Group, International Business Times, Daily Mail (UK), Heavy, New York Daily News and Barron's also mentioned the daily tracking poll.

CNN cited comments by David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College on the relationship between South Korea's president and an alleged cult leader, who may have been given access to classified information.

November 2, 2016

The Wall Street Journal published commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Hillary Clinton's email controversy will have long-term effects on the legitimacy of her likely presidency. "The lasting consequence of the email incident is likely to be poisoning a Hillary Clinton presidency from the start," he said.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" featured a new study by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues on the demographic shifts in South Los Angeles. Besides the demographic shift, the study also focused on tools civic leaders can use to mobilize the evolving community and similar shifts nationwide.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the effects of party affiliation in the non-partisan Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors race.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, and Darry Sragow, adjunct assistant professor of political science, about the effects term limits have had on special interest contributions to California State Assembly elections.

CNN quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump and the Republican Party should distance itself from the American Independent Party, which selected Trump as its presidential nominee on the California ballot.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about disaffected Democratic party voters who are deciding whether to vote in the presidential election.

Expresso (Portugal) quoted Jacob Soll, professor of history and accounting, on how the ratings agencies treat Portugal and why accounting reforms are the only way forward to attract foreign investment. Mic noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton the presidential election. Inquisitr and The Washington Examiner also mentioned the results of the daily tracking poll.

November 1, 2016

The Chronicle of Higher Education quoted USC Vice President of Research Randolph Hall and Morteza Dehghani, assistant professor of psychology and computer science, about the resistance in the academic field toward data sharing among faculty.

CNN quoted David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College about the current political turmoil in South Korea. The Christian Science Monitor and KPCC-FM's "Take Two" also quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, .

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the latest development in the federal investigation of Hillary Clinton's emails.

The Washington Post cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll on Donald Trump's lead over Hillary Clinton. International Business Times also noted the poll's results.

Bloomberg cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on voter support for various state propositions, including 55, 56, 61, 62, 64 and 66.

KPCC-FM cited the USC Dornsife College's Unruh Institute in a story about common voter questions.

The Korea Times ran commentary by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about the long-term effects of concentrated political power can have on a society.

Merced Sun-Star mentioned research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about health care access for undocumented workers in Merced County.

October

October 29 to October 31, 2016

The Wall Street Journal featured a new book by Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American literature and professor of English, art history and history, Haunted: On Ghosts, Witches, Vampires, Zombies, and Other Monsters of the Natural and Supernatural Worlds. Braudy outlines how four western monster archetypes correspond to a cultural anxiety. “They are the monster from nature (like King Kong), the created monster (like Frankenstein), the monster from within (like Mr. Hyde), and the monster from the past (like Dracula),” says Braudy. Los Angeles Times also featured an op-ed from Braudy about the use of monsters in our political rhetoric.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Kamala Harris taking a "victory lap" in her U.S. Senate campaign against Loretta Sanchez. Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the steep uphill challenge for state legislative Republicans in California.

Los Angeles Times mentioned Salpi Ghazarian, director of the Institute of Armenian Studies, and her significant work inside and outside of Armenia.

Los Angeles Times mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in a capsule summary of news about the presidential campaign.

Los Angeles Times mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in an edition of the newspaper's "Essential Politics" newsletter.

The Conversation published an op-ed by Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American literature and professor of English, art history and history, concerning our collective obsession with monsters.

The Huffington Post published an op-ed by Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology, about how evangelicals are changing politically and socially.

The Huffington Post mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and its finding that racial discrimination is one of the most salient issues for voters.

Slate mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in an article about Donald Trump closing the polling gap during the final days of the presidential election.

The Sacramento Bee cited a USC Dornsife study about the impact of cap and trade on emissions.

LAist mentioned the recent Science Fiction L.A. conference, organized by David Ulin, assistant professor of the practice of English, and William Deverell, professor of history.

October 28, 2016

The Wall Street Journal featured an essay by Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American literature and professor of English, art history and history, adapted from his new book Haunted: On Ghosts, Witches, Vampires, Zombies, and Other Monsters of the Natural and Supernatural Worlds. In the essay, Braudy says that our fictional monsters are often rooted in anxieties about social and scientific progress.

Los Angeles Times featured an op-ed by Rhonda Roumani of the USC Dornsife Center for Religion and Civic Culture. Roumani describes the challenges inherent to being both American and Muslim: "Many Americans want a diverse, multiethnic, multireligious country. But others are threatened by the country’s changing demographics."

The New York Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on voter turnout in California and the impact on the congressional race of Representative Darrell Issa.

The Economist quoted David Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, of the USC Dornsife College about influence peddling in South Korea. LAist quoted Philip Ethington, professor of history, political science, and spatial sciences, about the history of housing discrimination in Los Angeles.

New Delhi Television mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in an article about mixed signals across all polling.

October 27, 2016

The New York Times Book Review featured a review of a new book by Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American literature and professor of English, art history and history,, Haunted: On Ghosts, Witches, Vampires, Zombies, and Other Monsters of the Natural and Supernatural Worlds. "Braudy explores the genuinely creepy and unsettling aspects of the liminal as embodied by a human or humanoid figure," said reviewer Gregory Maguire.

The Washington Post featured results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll on the presidential election in a story highlighting the impact of millennial voters in the election. The poll was also mentioned in a Los Angeles Times op-ed discussing discrepancies among a number of polls and their fluctuation over time. Politico and Inquisitr also mentioned the poll.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Werner Dappen, professor of physics and astronomy, regarding NASA's Solar Terrestrial Relations Observatory (STEREO) mission.

Inside Climate News quoted Sara Rivero-Calle, postdoctoral scholar in marine biology and biological oceanography, about the impact of warmer oceans on plankton.

Quartz published an article by Assal Habibi of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute about her research on music lessons speeding up brain development in children.

October 26, 2016

The Washington Post featured results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll on the presidential election in a story about the Investor’s Business Daily/TIPP tracking poll. The poll was also mentioned in two other The Washington Post stories about polling in battleground states and the representation of all the polls by Donald Trump's campaign. The Hill and National Memo also mentioned the poll.

The Wall Street Journal quoted Leland Saito, associate professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on research he conducted which showed shortcomings in the development of the L.A. sports and entertainment district in downtown Los Angeles.

Bloomberg cited USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times polling on California's proposition 61 and drug prices.

Xinhua News Agency highlighted work by the USC Shoah Foundation to document testimonies from survivors of the Nanjing Massacre.

The Huffington Post published an op-ed by Carol Muske-Dukes, professor of English, on Donald Trump's candidacy. Santa Fe Reporter cited research by David Hutchins, professor of biological sciences, and colleagues in a feature on the underreporting of carbon dioxide levels.

October 25, 2016

Gizmodo featured research by Raymond Stevens, Provost Professor of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Neurology, Physiology and Biophysics, and Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, and colleagues on the CB1 receptor in the human body and how THC and other molecules interact with it. Further research will study the receptor's reaction to THC and why the interaction with the components in synthetic marijuana are dangerous. The Huffington Post also highlighted the research.

Xinhua News Agency highlighted work by the USC Shoah Foundation to document testimonies from survivors of the Nanjing Massacre. The testimony of 87-year-old survivor Xia Shuqin will be included in a documentary directed by Amanda Pope of the USC School of Cinematic Arts, "Two Sides of Survival."

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM quoted Mark Benthien of the Southern California Earthquake Center at USC Dornsife about the updates to earthquake safety refrain of "drop, cover and hold."

The Wall Street Journal published an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Donald Trump's effort to prime expectations for the presidential election results.

The Washington Post cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll on the presidential election. Los Angeles Times, The Guardian (UK), Mic, Raw Story, CBC Radio (Canada) and The Independent (UK) also noted the results.

Mashable cited results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on California voter support for proposition 64, which would legalize recreational marijuana use. The story also cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics.

Jewish Journal reviewed a new book by Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American literature and professor of English, art history and history, Haunted: On Ghosts, Witches, Vampires, Zombies, and Other Monsters of the Natural and Supernatural Worlds.

October 24, 2016

The Sacramento Bee profiled T.C. Boyle, writer in residence, and reviewed his new book, The Terranauts. “I’m pretty hard core, I just want to do one thing in life, and that is create art without interference,” Boyle said. The story also noted Boyle founded the creative writing program at USC.

Bloomberg quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the amount of money being spent to influence voters on California’s ballot propositions.

American Public Media’s “Marketplace” quoted Steven Ross, professor of history, about the history of media industry ownership.

C-SPAN’s “Book TV” aired an event that included comments by Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity. The Washington Post, in a story about how Donald Trump's campaign distorts data, mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak poll. Los Angeles Times, International Business Times, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review and Capitol Weekly also noted the results.

Quartz, in a story about philosophy professors who support Donald Trump, mentioned Scott Soames, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy.

The San Diego Union-Tribune noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on Proposition 64, which would legalize recreational marijuana.

West Central Tribune ran commentary by Susan Estrich of the USC Gould School about Donald Trump. Her op-ed included comments by Ann Crigler, professor of political science, about Trump’s mastery of social media.

Pasadena Now profiled Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity.

October 21, 2016

KPCC-FM featured a debate watching party at USC hosted by the USC Annenberg School and USC Dornsife College. The article included reactions by students who were still undecided and one who might just vote for the down ballot races. In a second story, KPCC-FM's "Take Two" interviewed more students and Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics. KNX-AM also covered the viewing event.

The Verge featured research by Raymond Stevens, Provost Professor of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Neurology, Physiology and Biophysics, and Chemical Engineering and Materials Science, and colleagues on the the CB1 receptor in the human body and how THC and other molecules interact with it. "This receptor was one of the most difficult to study given how unstable the receptor is," said Stevens. Further research will study the receptor's reaction to THC and why the interaction with the components in synthetic marijuana are dangerous. Science World Report and Live Science also highlighted the study.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Kamala Harris' exposure advantage as California's attorney general, compared to Loretta Sanchez's seat in the U.S. House of Representatives.

STAT quoted Mary Helen Immordino-Yang and Jonas Kaplan of USC Dornsife's Brain and Creativity Institute about the link between biological processes and emotion.

Los Angeles Times noted a different analysis of the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll that gives Hillary Clinton an edge over Donald Trump.

October 20, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted the weighting methodology of the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and how the poll's transparency distinguishes it from others. Forbes and International Business Times also noted results from the poll. CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV featured a debate watching party at USC hosted by the USC Annenberg School and USC Dornsife. The story aired in two parts and interviewed students about their expectations for the debate and assessment of each candidate's performance.

Forbes highlighted the Analytical Technologies to Objectively Measure Human Performance (ATOM-HP) project, a collaboration among the USC Norris Cancer Center, Keck Medicine of USC, USC Viterbi School, USC Dornsife and USC Iovine Young Academy, for Vice President Joe Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative. "We strongly support this type of convergent science at USC, and we know we will have an impact on this widespread and devastating disease," said USC Provost Michael Quick. The story also quoted Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, and Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, and Jorge Nieva of Keck Medicine of USC.

Times of San Diego quoted Mark Benthien of USC Dornife's Southern California Earthquake Center on the importance of the Great California ShakeOut drill in encouraging meaningful conversations about disaster preparedness.

Argonaut News quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about the need for careful assessment of the Ballona Wetlands restoration plans.

Scientific American cited comments by Jill Darling of USC Dornsife's Center for Economic and Social Research on poll methodology.

October 19, 2016

The New York Times highlighted research by Brian Rathbun, professor of international relations, about the type of voter who would support a candidate like Donald Trump. According to Rathbun, those who hold "conservation values" - prioritizing security, conformity, tradition and fear of outsiders - are drawn to the Trump candidacy because he acknowledges their fears.

Los Angeles Times featured analysis of the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and voter responses to who they expect to win the election. According to the Times, although Donald Trump holds a slight lead over Hillary Clinton in voter support, 57 percent of the Daybreak panel respondents expect Clinton to win the presidency. CNBC and Salon also noted the poll's results.

The Guardian (UK) quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on why it is unlikely the Dalian Wanda Group will attempt to promote pro-communist content in American films with its recent acquisitions.

Nature quoted Jill Darling of the USC Dornsife College's Center for Economic and Social Research on how polling techniques and methodology are associated with pollsters' reputations. The story also mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll.

Los Angeles Business Journal cited research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues demonstrating Los Angeles County could double its property tax intake if commercial real estate was assessed at market value.

October 18, 2016

BBC Focus Magazine featured research by Moh El-Naggar, Robert D. Beyer (‘81) Early Career Chair in Natural Sciences and associate professor of physics, biological sciences, and chemistry , and colleagues on the search for electricity-eating microbes. “All life essentially feeds off electricity, but microbes have managed to take it to the next level,” said El-Naggar. El-Naggar and his colleagues have studied the microbes in the lab and out in their natural environment to document how they transfer electrons. He noted these microbes can also exist elsewhere in the universe and are not limited to the Earth's surface. (Cover image here.)

The Epoch Times (India) highlighted discussions and presentations from the USC Annenberg School's US- China Institute's 10th anniversary conference. The event focused on the intersection of politics and policy, with attention on economics, the environment, security and foreign relations. The story noted comments by Clayton Dube of the USC Annenberg School and director of the center, as well as conference participation by Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, and Erin Baggott, assistant professor of international relations.

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about why Chines businessman Jack Ma of Alibaba Group is seen as an accessible business partner.

Variety quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on how the China-based Wanda Group's acquisitions position the business as a serious investor in Hollywood.

Capitol Public Radio quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about billionaire business man Tom Steyer attempting to raise his political profile during this election cycle in possible anticipation of his own statewide campaign.

The Washington Post noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll (second story here). CBC Radio (Canada) also mentioned the poll.

October 17, 2016

Forbes highlighted a partnership between Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, and Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, and other educational institutions and biomedical research companies to develop cancer blood tests as part of Vice President Joe Biden's Cancer Moonshot. According to Kuhn, this partnership will allow researchers to build a database of information in five years rather than 10.

The Hill featured commentary by Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on how the presidential election has brought additional attention to the nature and understanding of affirmative consent. Hancock outlines requirements for affirmative consent - "yes means yes" versus "no means no" - and how the words and alleged actions of Donald Trump perpetuate rape culture in society.

Bloomberg quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about why Hollywood production companies self-censor negative storylines about China due to the potential market loss. The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump's rhetoric and behavior may affect the competitiveness of traditionally Republican districts in California.

The Daily Breeze quoted Darry Sragow, adjunct assistant professor of political science, on the competitiveness of a California Assembly district in the South Bay.

McClatchy DC quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the possible negative effects Donald Trump's candidacy will have on down-ballot Republican races.

Salon quoted Dennis Hedgecock, Paxson H. Offield Professor in Fisheries Ecology and professor of biological sciences, about the need to understand what factors contributed to oyster population decline before taking steps to combat it.

Deadline Hollywood quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science,about the potential ethical and legal barriers associated with the Wanda Group's recent acquisitions in the American film production and distribution industries.

City News Service quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how court decisions have allowed politicians to raise large amounts of money from few individuals.

Los Angeles Times noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll which shows Donald Trump slightly ahead of Hillary Clinton in the presidential race. The Hill, Quartz, Agence France Presse and Alabama Media Group also noted the results.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll on voter support for abolishing the death penalty in California.

Los Angeles Times, in a story about earthquakes in Southern California, mentioned USC is among the major research centers for seismic activity.

The Sacramento Bee mentioned T.C. Boyle, writer in residence, and his new book, "The Terranauts."

October 14, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in response to a recent analysis of the poll by The New York Times. Los Angeles Times refuted The New York Times' assertion that the weighting of a single voter skewed the poll's results. The story also examined the tracking poll's weighting methodology compared to other polls (second story here). The Huffington Post, Real Clear Politics, The Week and Voice of San Diego noted the poll's results.

NBC News Minneapolis affiliate KARE-TV quoted Steven Ross, professor of history, on how celebrity endorsements of politicians can bring people to the voting booth.

Business Insider quoted Valter Longo of gerontology and biological sciences on the possible benefits of fasting, including disease management.

October 13, 2016

The New York Times featured an analysis of the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll’s methodology. According to the story, the reporter was able to replicate the results because "the poll is extremely and admirably transparent." The Washington Post, The Hill (second story here), The Washington Times, Slate, Salon and Business Insider mentioned results from the poll.

The Guardian (UK) ran an op-ed by Kate Flint, Provost Professor of Art History and English, on how British arts and literature reflect the English culture's fascination with weather. Flint contends that how a society describes the weather reveals its view of itself.

CBS News quoted Mark Marino, associate professor (teaching) of writing, about the connection between taking a selfie and self-reflection.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Lanita Jacobs, associate professor of anthropology and American studies and ethnicity, on how the pervasive nature of police shootings of black men on social media can affect the mindset of African Americans.

The San Francisco Chronicle quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the pitfalls facing Republican candidates whether or not they support Donald Trump.

Forbes quoted Valter Longo of gerontology and biological sciences about the link between high-protein diets and increased mortality risks from cancer and diabetes.

City News Service quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how recent court decisions have made it easier for political campaigns to raise large amounts of money.

Fox and Hounds Daily ran commentary by Morris Levy, assistant professor of political science, on the lack of voter knowledge regarding proposition 58 about bilingual education and how additional information would likely change voter support for the measure.

October 12, 2016

The Boston Globe highlighted research by Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the immigrant integration and inequality and why Hillary Clinton is having a difficult time appealing to these voters. "It is difficult for them to see their issues represented in Clinton's middle-of-the-road policy approach and corporate ties," Vallejo said.

The Korea Times ran commentary by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, on the pitfalls of paying too much deference to the past. "We can start by resisting the glorification of ideas from people who enslaved their fellow human beings, endorsed exploitation and mistreatment, and did not know what caused typhoons and earthquakes," he said.

The Boston Globe quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about what voters will be energized by Donald Trump's feuds with the Republican Party establishment.

The Washington Post noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll, which shows Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton.

October 11, 2016

American Public Media's "Marketplace" quoted Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on how Republican defections from Donald Trump may affect donations to down-ballot races.

China Daily (China) quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science,about Chinese criticisms of Disney's "Mulan."

Slate cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump leading Hillary Clinton. The New York Time's "FiveThirtyEight," The Washington Times and Heavy also noted the tracking poll's results.

October 10, 2016

Los Angeles Times ran an FAQ about the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Daybreak Poll and what distinguishes it from other tracking polls. The story addressed common questions about the poll's methodology and previous success with the method. CBS News, The Washington Times, LA Weekly and The State noted Donald Trump had a lead in the daily tracking poll headed into the second debate against Hillary Clinton.

Associated Press quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the possible legislative agenda in California if the Democratic Party can win a supermajority.

The Orange County Register quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump's personality in his business dealings is reflected in his campaign for the presidency.

The Orange County Register quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about why Donald Trump's immigration views appeal to white, working-class voters.

ProDavinci (Venezuela) quoted Abraham Lowenthal, professor emeritus of international relations, about the state of democracy in Venezuela.

The New York Times cited comments by David Wallace, professor of philosophy, on the likelihood that a third-party mailed feces to four philosophy professors involved in an intellectual dispute about their field.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump's behavior has rendered it impossible for him to build a coalition of voters that will elect him as president.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll showing support for proposition 55. Los Angeles Times also noted voter support from the proposition 63 gun control measures. Motley Fool mentioned voter support for proposition 64 to legalize recreational marijuana use. The Sacramento Bee mentioned results from a 2014 poll on whether or not voters would support a plastic bag ban. Pasadena Now mentioned Anthony Portantino is a visiting fellow at USC Dornsife Unruh Institute of Politics.

Deutschland (Germany) mentioned Mary Sarotte, Dean's Professor of History and professor of international relations, is participating in the Transatlantic Academy's forum on the future of Germany and role in the European community.

October 7, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured research by Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, on the invasion of earthworms on San Clemente Island threatens biodiversity on the isle off the coast of Southern California. "Even though we think of earthworms as being good for gardens, they are bad for ecosystems where they are not native because they end up changing vegetation and plant distributions," said Longcore. The earthworms arrived via building materials for a road on the island.

The Wall Street Journal quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on developing divisions in the California Democratic Party leading up to the state's governor's race. The Christian Science Monitor quoted Schnur about the evolving role of minorities in the future of the Democratic Party. The Sacramento Bee quoted Schnur on the unlikelihood Loretta Sanchez will successfully form a coalition of Latino, Republican and independent voters.

McClatchy DC quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Rudy Giuliani's role as a surrogate for Donald Trump.

International Business Times cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and Donald Trump's lead over Hillary Clinton.

October 6, 2016

The Washington Post quoted David Schwartz, associate professor of psychology, on why children's birthday parties at Chuck E. Cheese are often emotional situations, which may lead to physical altercations among adults.

Los Angeles Times quoted Antonio Damasio, director of the Brain and Creativity Institute, about the winner of the inaugural Berggruen Prize for Philosophy.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on what motivates citizens to stay home on Election Day.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the debate between the two candidates for the open California Senate seat.

KCET's "Ballot Brief" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on disenchantment among millennial voters.

Los Angeles Times and Fox News' "The Kelly File" ran stories on the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and why Donald Trump consistently leads Hillary Clinton when other national polls find the opposite to be true. The Washington Post mentioned results from poll about Trump's in certain demographics. Los Angeles Times also noted the results (second story here).

Los Angeles Times noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll that found Kamala Harris had a 14-point lead on Loretta Sanchez in the California Senate race. Bloomberg cited the poll's results on support for proposition 61 and The Times of San Diego mentioned California voter preferences on immigration.

October 5, 2016

NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV featured research by Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, and Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, and colleagues for Vice President Joe Biden's Cancer Moonshot exhibit at a White House Event. Kuhn and colleagues across the university helped develop wearable technology that can provide real-time data for researchers.

Slate cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump up 4 points over Hillary Clinton.

October 4, 2016

Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV-TV featured Foshay Learning Academy and the school's status as the top "feeder" school to USC. USC Dornsife freshman Stephanie Cuevas was profiled, with a focus on her participation in the USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative. “USC wants to be a part of the community, not apart from it," said Tim Brunold, Dean of USC Admission.

The New York Times mentioned the USC Dornsife / Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in an inforgraphic on presidential election polls.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the potential impact of Donald Trump's 1995 tax returns on his campaign.

Los Angeles Times mentioned a USC Dornsife / Los Angeles Times survey finding a majority of California voters support a proposition to legalize recreational marijuana in the state.

Patch mentioned that F. Duncan Haldane, awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in Physics, taught at USC in the early 1980s.

October 3, 2016

The Washington Post featured results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and described the ways in which poll methodologies differ, especially related to the Daybreak Poll. The Daybreak Poll "uses an unusual methodology which may play a role in why its different." Los Angeles Times also featured poll results on voters' opinions on legal immigration and the link to their preference for a presidential candidate. Los Angeles Times also mentioned poll results in another story on a proposed tobacco tax increase. Yahoo News, Bloomberg and People's Pundit Daily also mentioned recent poll results.

KPCC-FM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the funds raised to support and oppose propositions on California's 2016 ballot.

Scientific American quoted Antonio Damasio, director of the Brain and Creativity Institute, on the scientific definition of emotions and whether insects can emote.

Christian Science Monitor quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the California Senate race and how it succeeds in fulfilling the intentions of the "top-two" primary system.

The Hill ran an op-ed by Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and Professor of Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, and Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering, on the efforts of cancer researchers to use technology to better serve cancer patients. A number of these technologies will be featured at the "South by South Lawn" event at the White House today.

September

September 30, 2016

Associated Press quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about spending on California ballot measures.

Bloomberg mentioned results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll about California voter support for Proposition 61.

The Christian Science Monitor cited comments by Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about dealing with light pollution.

September 29, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured a Q&A with Josh Kun, associate professor of communication and American studies and ethnicity, who was recently named a MacArthur Fellow. His research focuses on the cultural history of Los Angeles and examining it from different perspectives. The fellowship, often referred to as a "genius grant," is an honor but "genius" is a misnomer, according to Kun. "A phrase like 'genius' is, to be honest, a kind of insult ... it insults the collaborative nature and the shared nature of all the work that we do together," Kun said. Listen to the podcast version here.

Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV-TV highlighted the USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative and first- generation USC Dornsife freshman Stephanie Cuevas. Cuevas graduated from Foshay Learning Center, a community school that was USC's top feeder institute for the new freshman class. The story also included comments by USC Dean of Admission Timothy Brunold. Los Angeles School Report quoted USC Provost Michael Quick and NAI Director Kim Thomas-Barrios.

The New York Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the lack of voter investment in the California Senate race. CNN quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences about how bright lights can impair or damage vision, especially among older individuals.

Canal 22 (Mexico) quoted Selma Holo, director of the USC Fisher Museum and professor of art history, about the role of museums in society today.

The Washington Post noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll finding Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton following the first debate. Los Angeles Times, ESPN's "Fivethirtyeight," The Guardian (UK) and Vice mentioned the poll.

The San Bernardino Sun, in a story about an earthquake safety educational tool, mentioned the Southern California Earthquake Center at USC Dornsife.

The Toronto Star mentioned a partnership between the USC Shoah Foundation and Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Center to digitize interviews with Canadian Holocaust survivors.

September 28, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured the USC Neighborhood Academic Initiative and first-generation USC Dornsife freshman Lilly Diaz. “We are connecting with the surrounding community and building a pipeline to USC for students, especially those who are the first in their family to attend college," said USC Dean of Admissions Timothy Brunold. Diaz was one of 21 students who completed the NAI program at Foshay Learning Center and was accepted to USC. "This program changes the question from 'Am I going to colleges? Can I go to college?' to "Which college am I going to go to?'" said NAI Director Kim Thomas- Barrios.

The Wall Street Journal quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how supporters of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump came away with different impressions of the presidential debate.

The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how to best field criticism about missing Congressional votes when running for a new office.

Forbes quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the economic factors motivating the Chinese production company Dalian Wanda to partner and make acquisitions of American film production companies.

LA Weekly quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the need to fix Los Angeles' housing crisis before significant improvements can be made to transportation.

September 27, 2016

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how streaming the debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump may affect voter interpretations of the event. The Wall Street Journal ran a second op-ed by Schnur on the takeaways from the debate. The Hill ran an op-ed by Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on how Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump addressed race and gender during the first presidential general election debate and whether either was successful.

The Sacramento Bee ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and a colleague on why a new climate change measure in California negatively affects low-income and minority communities. The Sacramento Bee cited the op-ed in a second article.

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science,and a potential second American film company acquisition by Chinese production company Dailan Wanda.

The Baltimore Sun quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the rising recognition of intersectionality.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about the positive associations society has with butterflies and their potential role as an ambassador for other pollinating insects.

The New York Times ran an op-ed by Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, on the subtext associated with Donald Trump's use of the word "stamina" to critique Hillary Clinton.

Politico cited an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the potential impact naturalized immigrants may have on the presidential election.

The Guardian (UK) cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll on the state of the presidential race leading up to the first debate. Bustle, International Business Times (second story here), Headlines and Global News, Latin Post and Heavy noted the poll's results.

September 26, 2016

Los Angeles Times ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the potential impact naturalized immigrants may have on the presidential election. "In a few key battleground states, the newly naturalized voters we counted could make a difference."

The New York Times, in an Associated Press story, quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the upcoming presidential debate.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the likelihood that U.S. Rep. Janice Hahn will win a seat on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Reuters quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the differing expectations people have for Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton in the candidates' first debate of the race. Christian Science Monitor quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science,on the logic of a partnership between the American film production company Sony and Chinese production company Dailan Wanda.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times tracking poll showing that a "surge" of support for Trump based on health concerns surrounding Hillary Clinton appears to have subsided.

Real Clear Politics mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times tracking poll showing that Trump has a 2-point lead in key battleground states.

September 23, 2016

The Wall Street Journal highlighted Josh Kun, associate professor of communication and American studies and ethnicity, who was named by the MacArthur Foundation as a 2016 "genius" grant winner. NPR quoted Kun about his interests in what "music tells us about the past, how it helps us survive the present, and how it can help people imagine new futures. I listen to where songs connect up with other songs." The Chronicle of Higher Education, USA Today, KPCC-FM's "Take Two" (second story here), PBS' "Newshour," Time, The Huffington Post, United Press International, The Daily Beast, LAist and City News Service profiled or mentioned Kun among the winners.

Vice's "Broadly" highlighted research by Heather Berg of gender studies on the various strategies adult film actors use to supplement their income. The actors often worked in strip clubs, asked for online gifts, offered texts or calls, did web cam shoots and auctioned used lingerie. "Porn studios typically force performers to pay for their own underwear so selling them was a kind of creative resistance," Berg said.

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science,about the political motivations behind a Chinese businessman partnering with Sony Pictures.

The Washington Post noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton. Los Angeles Times' "Trail Guide," Vanity Fair and Courthouse News Service also mentioned the results.

San Jose Mercury News mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing support for Proposition 63, which would require background checks for high-capacity ammunition magazine purchases. San Jose Mercury News also noted the results.

September 22, 2016

The New York Times highlighted Josh Kun, associate professor of communication and American studies and ethnicity, who was named by the MacArthur Foundation as a 2016 "genius" grant winner. Los Angeles Times profiled Kun (second story here). "It’s both emboldening on the one hand in the sense that it really makes you feel like, Oh, OK, I can do this, and I can do more, and I should maybe do more in more experimental ways, or I should keep pushing in deeper ways." The New York Times, The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, Inside Higher Ed and LA Observed mentioned Kun among this year's fellows. NPR quoted Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity, gender studies and comparative literature, on why he believes trigger warnings can get in the way of education.

The Washington Post mentioned results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing Kamala Harris ahead of Loretta Sanchez in the California Senate race.

Los Angeles Times mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and how a slight increase in African American voter support for Donald Trump is not statistically significant since it was within the margin of error. Bustle and Courthouse News also cited the poll's results.

Sacramento Bee mentioned research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues finding a new California law that distributes cap and trade profits will not benefit low-income and minority communities in the state.

September 21, 2016

NBC News featured a study by Manuel Pastor, Justin Scoggins and Magaly Lopez of the USC Dornsife Center for the Study of Immigrant Immigration on the growing number of naturalized citizens who may have an impact on the presidential election. Researchers found the margins of victory in swing states in 2012 were the same size or smaller than the number of citizens who were naturalized in the area within the past four years. "It is important for policymakers and political figures to recognize the importance of the immigrant vote in order to realize a more civil, balanced, and solutions-oriented conversation about immigration policy," said Pastor.

Mic. quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about former President George H. W. Bush's decision not to publicly announce who he will vote for in the presidential election.

KPCC-FM mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on support for Proposition 61, which would cap drug costs for California's state-run health programs. Kaiser Health News cited the same results. CBS News Bakersfield affiliate KBAK-TV reported on voter support for Proposition 64, which would allow the transport and consumption of marijuana for personal use.

Canada Free Press noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump leading Hillary Clinton. International Business Times mentioned the results.

September 20, 2016

The Washington Post highlighted the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll, which shows Donald Trump with a lead over Hillary Clinton. International Business Times also noted the general results. U.S. News & World Report featured the poll's finding that 20 percent of black voters are likely to vote for Trump, as did International Business News and Heavy.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on support for Proposition 62, a new tax on tobacco products on the California ballot. Politico cited results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on support for Proposition 61, which would cap drug costs for California's state-run health programs.

City News Service quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about changes in campaign finance laws over the past few elections and what it would take to remove large, corporate donations from the political process.

High Country News mentioned USC Dornsife's Center for the Study of Immigration Integration in a story about universities that have programs about the immigrant experience.

September 19, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured the latest results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and changing voter expectations about who will likely win. Recently, more voters see a Donald Trump victory as a greater possibility, which may increase turnout. The story also cites results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll that tracked the effect of third party candidacies on support for Trump and Hillary Clinton. Inquisitr, National Review, Vanity Fair, Washington Examiner, Opposing Views, Daily Mail (UK), New York Post and Latin Post cited the results.

The Hill ran an op-ed by Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, linking criticisms and questions about Hillary Clinton's health with entrenched gender biases in American society. Hancock cites a number of stereotypes regarding ambitious women and societal discomfort with successful females. "The cultural expectation that women want to be the nurse but not the doctor; they want to be the actress but not the film director, contributes to many voters’ discomfort with Clinton because women, even when in leadership positions, are not expected to act like they actually want to be a leader," said Hancock.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Mary Immordino-Yang, associate professor of education, psychology and neuroscience, about evolving teaching strategies to best educate students.

Los Angeles Times noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll that found 16 percent of registered voters are skipping the U.S. Senate race on the November ballot. Los Angeles Times also mentioned results regarding support for Proposition 55 and another story mentioned support for Proposition 56. Inglewood Today mentioned the poll's results on gun control initiatives.

Associated Press cited an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on problems associated with California Gov. Jerry Brown's fundraising dinners.

Fusion reported on a study produced by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues suggesting a newly signed bill in California that distributes cap and trade revenues will not benefit low-income and minority communities.

ESPN cited research by Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the changing demographics in Los Angeles.

Tulsa World, in a story about earthquake data connection, mentioned the USC Southern California Earthquake Center.

September 16, 2016

The New York Times (in a Reuters story) highlighted results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll citing voter support for Proposition 61. The ballot measure, which restricts state agencies from paying more for prescriptions than the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, was only opposed by 23 percent of the 1,900 registered voters surveyed. Los Angeles Times also cited the results. ABC New Los Angeles affiliate KABC-TV and California Healthline highlighted results suggesting voter support for condom use in adult films.

The Atlantic's "CityLab" highlighted a report by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues suggesting a newly signed bill in California that distributes cap and trade revenues will not benefit low-income and minority communities. Although the bill will help the planet, according to Pastor, there is no clear reduction of emissions in low-income communities of color, but is a step in the right direction. Grist also highlighted the report.

Zocalo Public Square quoted Lisa Bitel, professor of history and religion, on why people in modern society want to witness a religious miracle for themselves.

The Huffington Post cited research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, finding the income levels of Latino immigrants are significantly less than immigrants of other ethnicities.

Pacific Standard cited comments by Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on the effect a Donald Trump presidency will have on the economy.

The San Diego Union-Tribune mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump nearly 6 percentage points ahead of Hillary Clinton. Daily Express (UK), Canada Free Press (Canada) and Costa Rice Star (Costa Rica) also noted the change in the poll.

September 15, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll finding the majority of California voters support the use of condoms during sex scenes in adult films. The survey also found a significant gender gap with 20% more women supporting the measure compared to their male counterparts. California Healthline noted the poll's results showing voter support for the legalization of marijuana for recreational use.

KCRW highlighted a gift to the USC Fisher Museum of 700 pieces of art, a collection entitled "A Generosity of Spirit: Celebrating the Gift of Eugene Rogolsky, M.D." According to Selma Holo, director of the USC Fisher Museum and professor of art history, Rogolsky donated his entire collection to the museum "along with the means to exhibit and conserve it."

The Boston Globe quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the "celebritization" of American politics. Capital Public Radio quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on a new report he contributed to following a new state law distributing cap and trade revenues, which may not benefit low-income and minority communities.

The Washington Times noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump five points ahead of Hillary Clinton nationally. Western Journalism also mentioned the results.

NPR San Diego affiliate KPBS-FM noted research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on how naturalization significantly increases an individual's daily earnings. Pacific Standard also noted a study by Pastor on the number of undocumented residents in communities and an opportunity to have their voice heard at the ballot box.

Pasadena Weekly ran a Q&A with Dana Gioia, California Poet Laureate and Judge Widney Professor of Poetry and Public Culture at USC, and his new book, 99 Poems: New & Selected.

September 14, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing nearly two-thirds of California voters support a gun-control initiative on the November ballot. “California has a deserved reputation as a deep-blue state, and while these leanings tend to show up to some degree on economic issues, they are much more notable on matters like this,” said Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics,. International Business Times and LAist noted results on voter support for legalizing recreational marijuana use. NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV mentioned third-party candidacies might affect the major party nominees and cited comments by Schnur.

U.S. News & World Report quoted Morgan Ponder of the USC Dornsife Economics Department on how graduate students can survive on limited stipends.

KPCC-FM’s “AirTalk” quoted Lynne Casper, professor of sociology, about the societal factors that have helped close the gender gap in completing household chores.

CCTV America quoted Carol Wise, associate professor of international relations, on the future of China and Peru’s economic and political relationships.

The New York Times noted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing voters who did not participate in the 2012 election are more likely to vote and support Donald Trump this year.

The Atlantic noted research by Richard Easterlin, University Professor and professor of economics, that after reaching a certain threshold, income gains no longer increase happiness levels.

September 13, 2016 Los Angeles Times highlighted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll and how third party candidacies might affect the major party nominees. "In a state that is more closely contested than California, the Johnson and Stein candidacies have a potential to cause a problem for Clinton; out here, it’s probably not going to make a difference," Dan Schnur said with respect to third party candidacies and support for Hillary Clinton (second story here). Los Angeles Daily News cited the poll and Schnur's comments. Los Angeles Times also featured results finding a broad range of support for legalization of recreational use of marijuana in California (second story here). New York Magazine noted the poll showed Loretta Sanchez trailing Kamala Harris in the California Senate Race with a majority of Republican voters stating they will abstain in that particular race.

The Atlantic mentioned the USC Shoah Foundation's project to produce interactive 3-D holograms of Holocaust survivors that can answer questions from visitors.

Los Angeles Business Journal, in a story about Los Angeles residents, interviewed Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about a recent experience at Los Angeles International Airport.

Economic Times (India) cited research by Daphna Oyserman, Dean’s Professor of Psychology, and Professor of Psychology, Education, and Communication, and colleagues on how goals seem more attainable when they are considered in number of days compared to months or years.

September 12, 2016

The New York Times quoted David Kang, professor of international relations, business, and East Asian languages and cultures, on why continuing to test nuclear weapons has been and continues to be in North Korea's self-interest. The Christian Science Monitor quoted Kang on how China also focuses on its own self-interest when balancing North Korea.

The New York Times quoted Peg LeVine of the USC Shoah Foundation’s Center for Advanced Genocide Research on how the Khmer Rouge's regulation of marriage was intended to break down traditional Cambodian beliefs.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the political reactions to Hillary Clinton's pneumonia diagnosis. Slate cited Schnur's comments on the situation.

The Chronicle of Higher Education quoted Irving Biederman, Harold Dornsife Chair in Neurosciences and professor of psychology and computer science, about a former student who is now a neuroscientist attempting to upload brain data to a computer.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why many California policies are influenced by activism coming out of the Bay Area.

Los Angeles Times cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll about Donald Trump's chances against Hillary Clinton in California (second story here). Atlanta Journal Constitution and Terra (Spain) also mentioned the poll's results. The San Francisco Chronicle ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and Carol Zabin on how reducing income inequality will enable communities to reach climate change goals.

The Huffington Post ran a story on a study by Irving Biederman, Harold Dornsife Chair in Neurosciences and professor of psychology and computer science, and graduate student Bryan Shilowich demonstrating around 3 percent of people are unable to recognize familiar voices, and more people were unable to recognize voices compared to faces. IFL Science also reported on the research.

Forbes cited research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, about how a person's body reacts to instincts or gut feelings.

The Daily Breeze, in a story about grants for undersea research off the coast of San Pedro, mentioned USC.

Financial Express (India) cited work by Surya Prakash, George A. and Judith A. Olah Nobel Laureate Chair in Hydrocarbon Chemistry and Professor of Chemistry, on the potential effects on global warming if methanol is used as fuel.

September 9, 2016

The Washington Post quoted David Kang, professor of international relations, business, and East Asian languages and cultures, on the lack of impact sanctions have had in curbing North Korea's nuclear weapons testing.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how the campaign of presidential hopeful Gary Johnson may be impacted by a misstep in handling a question on Syria.

Live Mint referenced a Los Angeles Times quote of Steve Key of the USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience on a recent study on the circadian rhythms of sunflowers.

September 8, 2016

Los Angeles Times ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on problems associated with California Gov. Jerry Brown's fundraising dinners. "For better or worse, fundraising is a necessary part of politics, and Brown does not deserve condemnation simply for soliciting donors. But providing access during ... a critical policy period sends precisely the wrong message to voters who believe that their government is for sale to the highest bidder," said Schnur.

Huffington Post featured research by Irving Biederman, Harold Dornsife Chair in Neurosciences and professor of psychology and computer science, and graduate student Bryan Shilowich finding that about 3 percent of those tested have trouble identifing others by the sound of their voice. The condition is called phonagnosia.

Los Angeles Times mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in a story on the number of voters who remain "undecided" in the presidential election. Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the importance of political consultants following Ronald Reagan's 1966 gubernatorial campaign.

Science Magazine quoted Jan Amend, professor of earth sciences and biological sciences, on the depths to which the biosphere can extend at the ocean's floor.

Mint Press News quoted Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on the potential impacts on financial markets if Donald Trump is elected president.

September 7, 2016

The Independent (UK) featured research by Irving Biederman, Harold Dornsife Chair in Neurosciences and professor of psychology and computer science, and graduate student Bryan E. Shilowich demonstrating around 3 percent of people are unable to recognize familiar voices, a condition known as phonagnosia. Researchers found that more people were unable to recognize voices compared to faces.

The Daily Beast quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about the possible immediate economic repercussions if Donald Trump is elected president.

The New York Times mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll in a story advising voters how to assess poll results. The Washington Post mentioned the poll in a story about aggregating poll results. The Wall Street Journal, Fox News and The Washington Times also noted the poll's results.

The Spokesman Review cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the volatility of the electorate.

September 6, 2016

The New York Times (in an Associated Press story) quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how presidential candidates can best prepare for potential surprises leading up to Election Day. The New York Times (in an Associated Press story) also quoted Schnur about the potential impact of the debates.

Slate quoted Darby Saxbe, assistant professor of psychology, about acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and how it is used to move past and process traumatic events.

The Fresno Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how high- profile ballot initiatives may drive more voters to the polls than the top of the ticket in the upcoming election.

Politifact quoted Steven Lamy, professor of international relations, on the similarities between Donald Trump's immigration proposals and Cold War-era restrictions on Russian communists. East Bay Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the expected spending disparity between supporters and opponents of Proposition 61 in California.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on whether Donald Trump will use the debate guidelines as an opportunity to dominate the news cycle.

Foreign Policy ran commentary by David Kang, professor of international relations, business, and East Asian languages and cultures, on why America should continue to be wary of North Korea.

Quartz cited comments by Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on the types of Chinese films that appeal to American audiences.

Voice of America cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the possible volatility of voters in the presidential election.

Deadline mentioned the USC Shoah Foundation collaborated with USC Trustee Steven Spielberg on a new documentary on the genocide in Guatemala.

Latin Post cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump's slight lead over Hillary Clinton. ABC News Chattanooga affiliate WTVC-TV cited the results showing Trump's support among black voters.

Killeen Daily Herald cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why the presidential candidates are spending advertising dollars on Snapchat.

September 2, 2016

The New York Times featured a review of the book Oneida: From Free Love Utopia to the Well-Set Table by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing. "Her lively account of how Oneida eventually succumbed to “the gods of Science and Doubt” is a welcome change from most “as told by” family histories," according to the reviewer.

Buzzfeed featured a poem written by doctoral student Robin Coste Lewis. Her latest poem is called, "The First Peary Arctic Expedition Arrives in Greenland." Lewis, who is a USC provost's fellow in poetry and visual studies, is the author of Voyage of the Sable Venus and other poems.

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, and Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about Donald Trump's speech on immigration in Arizona and how different types of voters will react to his rhetoric.

Jewish Journal quoted Robert English, associate professor of international relations, Slavic languages and literature, and environmental studies, about why some Russian ex-patriots support Vladimir Putin's leadership after living through the immediate aftermath of the Soviet Union's dissolution.

Albuquerque Journal mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump has a 3-point lead over Hillary Clinton. Opposing Views also cited the results.

September 1, 2016

Slate mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll pointing to a bloc of non-college-educated voters who didn’t vote in 2012 and may vote for Donald Trump in November.

Albuquerque Journal cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why political campaigns are increasing their Snapchat budgets.

TimeOut Los Angeles cited an interview with Edward Finegan, professor emeritus of linguistics and law, on the linguistic style of California residents.

August

August 31, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll. After the first eight weeks of the tracking poll, results show Donald Trump has a narrow path to victory if he is able to swing disaffected voters to cast their ballots for him. The story highlighted how the Daybreak Poll weights certain voter characteristics that are either discounted or ignored by other polls. Western Journalism also cited the poll’s results.

China Daily quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on why Chinese consumers are drawn to 3-D films over traditionally shot films.

Refinery29 cited comments by Darby Saxbe, assistant professor of psychology, about the importance of focusing on yourself to help relieve stress.

August 30, 2016

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Donald Trump's evolving immigration policy. "By adding ['as such'] to an otherwise strong declarative statement, Mr. Trump was essentially admitting that he believes that his new proposal is amnesty and understands that he could not say that out loud without provoking a rebellion from his base," Schnur said.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll.

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-TV, in a story about gentrification in East Los Angeles, mentioned USC Dornsife's Program for Environmental and Regional Equity.

August 29, 2016

MSNBC featured research by Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, associate professor of education, psychology and neuroscience, on how culture, family, exposure to violence and other factors affect a child's neural development. Immordino-Yang has found that among low-income teens, those who grow up among higher levels of violence have weaker connections in the areas of their brains that control awareness, judgment, and ethical and emotional processing. Familial and other relationship can help teens develop empathy and be resilient.

New Scientist featured research by Wendy Wood, Provost Professor of Psychology and Business, about common menstruation myths and how assumptions about women's behavior are largely unsupported by scientific research. “The challenge has been the oversimplified notion that if you study women’s menstrual cycles, you learn something directly important about their social judgments — it turns out to be much more complicated than that," Wood said.

Slate mentioned historical analysis by Julia Werner, a fellow of the USC Shoah Foundation, on photos from 1940 of a Nazi-imposed mass migration to an open-air ghetto in Poland.

Collective Evolution mentioned research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, associating fasting with stem cell-based regeneration of an organ or system.

August 26, 2016

Newsweek featured research by Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, associate professor of education, psychology and neuroscience, on how culture, family, exposure to violence and other factors affect a child's neural development. Immordino-Yang has found that among low-income teens, those who grow up among higher levels of violence have weaker connections in the areas of their brains that control awareness, judgment, and ethical and emotional processing.

The Washington Post cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and how the survey shows a closer race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton compared to other polls. New York Magazine also noted the poll's results.

The Hill cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how campaigns are spending more advertising dollars on social media channels such as Snapchat.

The Huffington Post ran commentary by Nake Kamrany of economics and colleagues on how an evolution of American foreign policy promoted radicalization among its "enemies."

August 25, 2016

The Washington Post highlighted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing an increase in support for Donald Trump among African-American voters. “We urge caution in over-interpreting these shifts or any others in our — or any poll’s — sample subgroups as a reflection of change among the group overall,” said Jill Darling of USC Dornsife’s Center for Economic and Social Research. CBS News and The Wrap also cited results from the poll.

Los Angeles Times quoted Arthur Stone, professor of psychology, on the lack of scientific explanation why people are happier when they grow older.

Bloomberg quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how campaigns are spending more advertising dollars on social media channels such as Snapchat. NBC News, in a story about voting obstacles for college students, mentioned USC has partnered with Los Angeles County officials to host voter registration events.

Business Insider cited comments by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on the likelihood that cancer-reducing measures in mice will directly mirror similar treatment in humans.

August 24, 2016

Quartz highlighted research by Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, associate professor of education, psychology and neuroscience, on how international travel and exposure to different cultures and demographics can help children develop empathy. "Kids need to engage with many kinds of thinking and people, and to then try out those ways of understanding with a trusted adult," said Immordino-Yang.

Minnesota Public Radio quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the voting habits of younger voters.

The Washington Times mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and the slight lead held by Donald Trump over Hillary Clinton.

August 23, 2016

Politico highlighted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump leading Hillary Clinton by two percentage points. NBC News Cleveland affiliate WKYC-TV cited the Politico article. ESPN's "FiveThirtyEight" (additional stories here and here), The Huffington Post, The Costa Rica Star (Costa Rica) also cited the poll's results.

American Public Media's "Marketplace" quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the decline of digital piracy among China's growing middle class.

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Donald Trump's edge over Hillary Clinton in the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll.

The Times-Standard quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the unlikelihood that California lawmakers will prohibit the use of ballot measure committees as campaign slush funds.

Los Angeles Times cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the California Senate race and the surprising lack of visibility for Loretta Sanchez.

The Huffington Post ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on climate equality in California.

August 22, 2016 The Wall Street Journal featured an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the efforts of both Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump to appeal to more centrist voters. "In addition to their policy adjustments, both candidates seem to be reaching out to undecided voters by attempting to Photoshop the most unfavorably viewed aspects of their respective personalities," said Schnur.

The Washington Post featured analysis of the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll, reviewing how the poll's methodology differs from other polls'. The USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll has consistently shown Donald Trump with a lead over Hillary Clinton - a result that differs from other polls. Los Angeles Times, The Blaze, Arutz Sheva (Israel) and Australian Financial Review also featured stories on polling differences. Forbes also mentioned the poll in a story on the presidential election.

The Washington Post quoted Leland Saito, associate professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the possible detriment of the Department of Housing and Urban Development's focus on equal access to individual properties versus looking at the equality of the housing market as a whole.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the California Senate race and the surprising lack of visibility for Loretta Sanchez, the current second-place candidate in polling.

Investor’s Business Daily quoted Kevin Starr, University Professor and professor of history, and policy, planning and development, on the people who created many of the technological innovations of the 19th and 20th centuries.

Fast Company mentioned research by Michael Messner, professor of sociology and gender studies, regarding the lack of equality in television sports coverage between male and female sports and athletes. Voice of America also mentioned the study. Vox mentioned an older study by USC and Purdue on the same topic.

Palm Beach Post mentioned research on how frequently people lie by Jerald Jellison, Professor Emeritus of Psychology.

August 19, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured analysis of the presidential race based on results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll. The story highlighted Hillary Clinton’s gains as demographic groups continue to defect from Donald Trump in greater numbers. “This is the politics of resentment in action. The only question is what you resent more,” said Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics. Los Angeles Times mentioned the poll in a second story.

U.S. News & World Report quoted Robert English, associate professor of international relations, Slavic languages and literature, and environmental studies, about Vladimir Putin’s efforts to disparage Western powers that re-establish Russia as a great power.

August 18, 2016 La Opinion featured research by Steven Lopez, professor of psychology and social work, on the stigma of mental illness in the Latino community. “Research always tell us that Latinos with mental problems tend to deny the disease and do not go to mental health specialists for treatment,” Lopez said. Research found that those close to someone who may be showing symptoms of mental problems attribute those to a variety of other causes. Lopez has developed an educational campaign to help the Latino community recognize symptoms.

NBC News quoted Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, about private businesses participating in California’s government incentive program for alternate energy development.

Business Insider cited research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on how the genetic disorder Laron syndrome affects disease development.

Forbes mentioned a Twitter exchange Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, participated in regarding Donald Trump and Paul Manafort.

America Economia (Mexico) mentioned research by Daphna Oyserman, Dean’s Professor of Psychology, and Professor of Psychology, Education, and Communication, finding that when people think of future goals as being days away instead of months or years, they’re more likely to take action in the present to accomplish them.

August 17, 2016

The Hill ran an op-ed by Arie Kapteyn, director of the Center for Economic and Social Research, and Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the state of public opinion polling and what distinguishes the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll from other tracking polls during this election cycle.

Los Angeles Times cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll on Donald Trump’s support among black voters. CNBC and International Business Times also noted the poll’s overall results.

Asian Journal mentioned research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the economic impact of Los Angeles’ immigrant community.

August 16, 2016

Vice's "Motherboard" featured a video produced by Jill McNitt-Gray, Gabilan Distinguished Professorship in Science and Engineering and professor of biological sciences and biomedical engineering, explaining the math and physics that govern Olympic track and field events. By calculating the force by which an athlete pushes off a starting block, for example, scientists can determine the effectiveness athlete's foot contact in generating force to start the race. NPR San Diego affiliate KPBS-FM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about alleged illegal fundraising by San Diego County District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis, totaling $600,000 through straw donors.

ESPN's "FiveThirtyEight Elections Podcast" mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and its unique tracking of the likeliood a supporter will actually vote for a candidate on election.

The Financial Express (India) cited comments by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the high number of Latino and Hispanic immigrants who are applying for naturalization in order to vote in the 2016 presidential election.

August 15, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Frank Jackson of USC Dornsife's Center for Religion and Civic Culture about the leader of a church on Los Angeles' Skid Row.

Los Angeles Times quoted Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology, about the annual Harvest Crusade and its significance in the evangelical community.

NPR New York affiliate WNYC's "The Brian Lehrer Show" quoted Viet Thanh Nguyen, Aerol Arnold Chair of English and Associate Professor of English and American Studies and Ethnicity, about the American immigrant experience and perspectives on border crossings.

Buzzfeed quoted Lanita Jacobs, associate professor of anthropology and American studies and ethnicity, about Euro-centric standards of beauty and the effects on minorities.

OZY quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why it is more difficult for a professionally written speech to have staying power in the current media environment.

OZY quoted Robert Dekle, professor of economics, on why paying to move ahead in bathroom lines puts low-income people at a disadvantage.

The Washington Post noted a tweet by Nate Silver of ESPN's "FiveThirtyEight" on the declining likelihood of Donald Trump's supporters' voting, as reported in the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll. Alabama Media Group cited the poll's results as well.

AM New York mentioned research by Michael Messner, professor of sociology and gender studies, about a lack of media coverage of women’s sports.

City News Service mentioned a new endowed $100,000 fellowship grant offered by the USC Shoah Foundation to doctoral candidates with dissertation projects in Holocaust and genocide studies.

August 12, 2016

KPCC-FM quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about why coyotes are venturing into suburban and urban areas to seek out food. Real Clear Politics quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Hillary Clinton has benefited from Donald Trump’s negative media coverage.

The Washington Post cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump within 2 percentage points of Hillary Clinton.

August 11, 2016

Hoy (Dominican Republican) ran an op-ed by Abraham Lowenthal, professor emeritus of international relations, on why Donald Trump found primary electoral success in the Republican Party and how Hillary Clinton must bridge the gap between both parties for a successful bid for the American presidency.

August 10, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll and what makes it different from other presidential election polls. The poll was built to account for post-convention bounces and news cycles. It also asks panel respondents to rate their chances of voting for a particular candidate, rather than a selecting a simple yes, no or unsure/other, in addition to taking into account past voting.

Los Angeles Review of Books featured an op-ed by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, on her new book chronicling the life of her ancestor John Humphrey Noyes and his Oneida community. Oneida: From Free Love to the Well-Set Table examines Noyes’ belief in “complex marriage,” the path to immortality and the eventual failure of the community. The Guardian (UK) and The Spectator (UK) ran reviews of the book.

The Atlantic’s “CityLab” mentioned research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues that found no association between ride-sharing service availability, such as Uber, on drunk- driving fatalities.

The Huffington Post ran an op-ed by Nake Kamrany and Jessica Greenhalgh of economics and colleagues on the repercussions of the Brexit vote for the younger generation of British citizens.

The San Diego Union-Tribune mentioned Steve Kay returned to USC to serve as director of convergent biosciences and Provost Professor of Neurology, Biomedical Engineering and Biological Sciences, after serving as president of Scripps Research Institute.

Cosmopolitan cited comments by Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity, gender studies, comparative literature, and English, on how lesbian bars foster a sense of community.

August 9, 2016

The Nation featured a book by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, on her ancestor John Humphrey Noyes and his Oneida community. Oneida: From Free Love to the Well-Set Table chronicles Noyes’ belief in “complex marriage,” the path to immortality and the eventual failure of the community.

NPR’s “Code Switch” quoted Duncan Williams, associate professor of religion and East Asian languages and cultures, on how the term “hapa” turned derogatory outside of Hawaii.

The Wall Street Journal cited an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump demonizes anyone who criticizes or disagrees with him.

The Washington Post mentioned results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak Poll showing Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton within 1 percentage point of each other. Los Angeles Times and Central Valley Business Journal also cited the results.

Shanghaiist cited comments by Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the push for Chinese culture films for Western audiences.

August 8, 2016

The New York Times featured the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll" and why its results differ from other national polls. The poll is unique as it samples from the same panel of potential voters and weights self-reported past voting behavior. Los Angeles Times (second story here), ESPN's "FiveThirtyEight," CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV and Forbes also cited the poll's results.

Los Angeles Times ran commentary by Cecil Murray, John R. Tansey Chair in Christian Ethics and professor of religion, about how the civil rights era is not over and is still present in today's society. "Looking back, I know much has been accomplished. Looking forward, I know much more must be done. There is, at least, no hiding place anymore for racism," Murray wrote.

Quartz highlighted research by Daphna Oyserman, Dean’s Professor of Psychology, and Professor of Psychology, Education, and Communication, on the need to connect academic success with future success for adolescents. According to Oyserman, when people think of future goals as being days away instead of months or years away, they're more likely to take action in the present to accomplish them.

Los Angeles Times quoted Steve Kay, director of the USC Michelson Center for Convergent Biosciences, on the discovery that sunflowers sway with the movement of the sun and anticipate the sunrise.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the likelihood that Donald Trump will withdraw from the presidential race and how the Republican Party would hypothetically fill the ticket.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how California Republicans are a good litmus test for Republican Party attitudes on candidates and issues.

Houston Chronicle quoted Yvonne Puig, Writing Program lecturer, on USC students' perceptions of marriage as a life milestone.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump demonizes anyone who disagrees with or criticizes him. Los Angeles Magazine mentioned research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher,and colleagues that found no association between ride-sharing service availability, such as Uber, on drunk- driving fatalities.

Zocalo Public Square ran a Q&A with Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about his background and research.

South China Morning Post cited research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on the benefits of intermittent fasting.

August 5, 2016

NPR San Francisco affiliate KQED-FM highlighted research by Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, associate professor of education, psychology and neuroscience, on link between emotions and learning. Rather than focusing on making math more “fun,” instructors should focus on the sense of accomplishment associated with mastering difficult concepts. “It’s about making it satisfying, interesting, and fulfilling,” she said.

Associated Press quoted Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, on the possible repercussions for national politics following Donald Trump's anti-immigrant and anti-Latino rhetoric.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Republican politicians are responding to Donald Trump's candidacy and California politics.

Seeker quoted Steve Kay, director of the USC Michelson Center for Convergent Biosciences, on the discovery that sunflowers sway with the movement of the sun and anticipate the sunrise.

LA Weekly mentioned research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues that found no association between ride-sharing service availability, such as Uber, on drunk-driving fatalities.

August 4, 2016

San Francisco Magazine's "The Golden State" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about President Barack Obama's legacy.

The Washington Post noted a study by Michael Messner, professor of sociology and gender studies, and colleagues on the underrepresentation of women's sports on ESPN's "SportsCenter" and in other primetime coverage.

Los Angeles Times published a page highlighting the daily results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll," with demographic breakdowns.

The Conversation ran an op-ed by Assal Habibi of the Brain and Creativity Institute on her research linking music education to improved cognitive development in children. The Drum published an infographic produced by USC Dornsife's online master of science in applied psychology program on how to successfully market to millennials.

August 3, 2016

Financial Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about why President Barack Obama's comments regarding Donald Trump are unusual for a sitting president.

San Gabriel Valley Tribune quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how community support can make or break tax measures on the statewide ballot.

The Washington Post, in a story about universities that partner with private firms to conduct national polling, mentioned the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll.

The Hill noted results from the daily USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll," which showed Donald Trump with a 2-point lead over Hillary Clinton.

The Huffington Post mentioned research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues that found no association between ride-sharing service availability, such as Uber, on drunk- driving fatalities. Business Insider and Vocativ also noted the findings.

The Huffington Post cited research by USC Dornsife's Program for Environmental and Regional Equity on how the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power can expand its solar power output while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Teen Vogue noted a writing class taught by Mark Marino, associate professor (teaching) of writing, about selfies.

August 2, 2016

The San Diego Union-Tribune featured Steve Kay, who is returning to USC to serve as Director of Convergent Biosciences and Provost Professor of Neurology, Biomedical Engineering and Biological Sciences. Kay will focus on "translating basic discoveries into new drugs and other treatments" through a collaboration between USC Dornsife and USC Viterbi School at the USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience. "We're trying to think hard about how do we more rapidly translate basic science into more practical, measurable outcomes for the biomedical sciences," USC Provost Michael Quick said. The former dean of USC Dornsife spent the last 10 months as president of Scripps Research Institute.

NPR highlighted research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues casting doubt on the impact of ride-sharing services, such as Uber on drunk-driving fatalities. Study authors found no association between Uber's availability of the number of fatalities after reviewing nine years worth of data.

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on how Chinese consumer interest in Imax and 3-D films compared to the American market. KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Christian Grose, associate professor of political science, about the effect third-party candidates may have on the presidential race and political ideology moving forward.

Politico mentioned results from the daily USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll," which shows Donald Trump ahead of Hillary Clinton, which appears to be an outlier among national polls. Alabama Media Group also cited the results.

August 1, 2016

The Hill ran an op-ed by Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on how Hillary Clinton must bridge a significant generation gap when appealing to young feminists. While Clinton has primarily focused on equal pay and equal opportunity, Hancock contends millennial feminists are more likely to be passionate about intersectional feminism, which recognizes issue connectivity between sexism, racism, homophobia and economic injustice. Clinton has an opportunity to appeal to these voters with her campaign themes of "Stronger Together" and "Breaking Every Barrier."

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how and why law enforcement opposes a marijuana legalization ballot measure in California.

Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how national conventions can introduce younger politicians to the wider party audience.

Buzzfeed News quoted Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology, about the franchise model method of expansion for megachurches.

The Atlantic's "CityLab" quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on how cities must implement sustainable practices without displacing vulnerable residents.

The Wall Street Journal mentioned results from the daily USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll" on the presidential election and noted Donald Trump is now seven points ahead of Hillary Clinton following the Republican National Convention. Los Angeles Times (second story here), New York Post, Alabama Media Group, Washington Examiner and Western Journalism noted the results.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Hillary Clinton's presidential nomination acceptance speech.

NPR Boston affiliate WBUR-FM mentioned research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues casting doubt on the impact of ride-sharing services, such as Uber on drunk- driving fatalities. Study authors found no association between Uber's availability of the number of fatalities after reviewing nine years’ worth of data. Daily Mail (UK) and Tech Spot also highlighted the research.

Deseret News mentioned Sherman Jackson, King Faisal Chair in Islamic Thought and Culture and professor of religion and American studies and ethnicity, led the invocation on the second night of the Democratic National Convention. St. Cloud Times mentioned a research partnership between USC Dornsife's Program for Environmental and Regional Equity and PolicyLink that showed working Minnesotans of color were 50 percent more likely to be considered "working poor" in 2012, compared to 1980, while the number of whites in the same category decreased.

July

July 29, 2016

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM featured results of the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll" and interviewed Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Donald Trump's lead in the presidential race following the Republican convention and how the poll is compiled. The Wall Street Journal featured poll results in a story on the nominating conventions, as did Los Angeles Times and Albuquerque Journal.

Fortune featured research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and a colleague on whether ride-sharing services like Uber have a positive impact on drunk driving fatalities. Their study results show that on weekends or holidays in the 100 largest cities in the U.S., Uber's presence did not reduce drunk driving fatalities.

Washington Times quoted Pablo Barbera, assistant professor of international relations, on how Donald Trump's messages reach a larger audience because of his use of Twitter.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on what Hillary Clinton needed to achieve with her acceptance speech to the Democratic convention.

C-SPAN posted a video from the Democratic National Convention in which Sherman Jackson, King Faisal Chair in Islamic Thought and Culture and professor of religion and American studies and ethnicity, led the invocation for the second evening of the event.

Shanghaiist mentioned that the South China Morning Post quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on how the goal of a new film starring Matt Damon is to export Chinese culture internationally.

July 28, 2016

The New York Times mentioned the U.S.C. Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak Poll" in a story on the political conventions. The poll was also mentioned in a story by Opposing Views.

The Washington Post featured research by Noli Brazil, spatial sciences postdoctoral researcher, and colleagues casting doubt on the impact of ride-sharing services, such as Uber, on drunk-driving fatalities. Study authors analyzed 9 years of drunk driving fatalities on weekends or holidays within the 100 most populated metropolitan areas, comparing areas where Uber was in service to areas where it was not. They found no association between Uber’s availability and the number of fatalities. The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the impact of Bill Clinton's speech at the Democratic National Convention in support of Hillary Clinton's presidential bid.

LAist mentioned that Viet Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, won the 2016 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for his novel The Sympathizer.

July 27, 2016

KPCC-FM’s “AirTalk” quoted Jane Junn, professor of political science, about the discord among Democratic Party delegates.

KPCC-FM's “AirTalk” quoted Robert English, associate professor of international relations, Slavic languages and literature, and environmental studies, on Russia’s history of interfering in foreign elections and what Russia and its leaders would stand to gain from meddling with America’s presidential contest.

Yahoo News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about discontent between California's centrist and progressive wings in the Democratic Party.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how grassroots movements are changing the trajectory of the two major political parties.

The Hill mentioned results from the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak poll" on Donald Trump's post-convention bounce.

July 26, 2016

Chicago Tribune highlighted the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak poll" in their politics section with an interactive graph tracking the daily results. Albuquerque Journal featured the poll's latest results, which showed Donald Trump gaining a convention bump of about 3 percentage points. The lead is within the poll's margin of error. The results also showed more voters believe Trump has a greater chance of winning of the election than he did two weeks ago. Valley News also mentioned the poll's latest results.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on three things Hillary Clinton's campaign must accomplish during the Democratic National Convention.

July 25, 2016

The New York Times ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the potential benefits for Hillary Clinton’s campaign with the selection of Tim Kaine as her running mate. According to Schnur, the likely opposition to Donald Trump by many demographics means “So the boring centrist white guy should be just fine.” Los Angeles Times highlighted results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times “Daybreak” tracking poll following the Republican National Convention. It appears Donald Trump is about four percentage points ahead of Hillary Clinton following the convention, but still within the poll’s margin of era. ESPN’s “FiveThirtyEight” and Albuquerque Journal also cited the poll’s results.

Los Angeles Times quoted Peter Westwick, adjunct professor of history, and Greg Autry of the USC Marshall School about the cyclical nature of the aerospace industry in Southern California.

The Huffington Post quoted Daniel Benjamin of USC Dornsife’s Center for Economic and Social Research on the predictive power of genetics to assess educational attainment and improve learning outcomes.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about what strategy the Democratic Party should deploy in their messaging following the tone of the Republican National Convention.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump’s campaign strategy has not adjusted to the general election race.

Financial Express cited research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on how a fast-mimicking diet in combination with chemotherapy, can help reduce tumor growth.

July 22, 2016

Education Week featured research by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on the rise of income segregation between schools and school districts between 1990 and 2010. Owens found rising income inequality contributed to the parallel rise in income segregation and affects student access to resources that may affect academic achievement.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about unscripted events at the Republican National Convention.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the rhetoric at the Republican National Convention.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on what Donald Trump needs to focus on as the Republican Party's nominee for president. CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV also quoted Schnur.

New Scientist quoted graduate student Yuri Gorby on the possible uses for bacteria that can carry electrons.

Wired quoted David Caron, professor of biological sciences, about the prevalence of freshwater algae blooms and how to avoid future blooms by upgrading sewage treatment plants.

Los Angeles Times cited results from the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak tracking poll" that shows Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton in a statistical tie.

Xinhua News Agency (China) mentioned research by Yong Li, associate professor (research) of earth sciences, on earthquakes and California earthquake prediction. Le Figaro (France) mentioned research by Mary Helen Immordino-Yang, associate professor of education, psychology and neuroscience, on the benefits of allowing your brain to wander and relax.

July 21, 2016

MSNBC quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about the perceived lack of discipline displayed at the Republican National Convention.

La Prensa (Honduras) quoted Philip Ethington, professor of history, political science, and spatial sciences, on how social networks spread the news of alleged racially charged brutality, but do not acknowledge violence is not unusual for the United States. El Pais (Uruguay) also quoted Ethington.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the future of the Republican Party following Donald Trump's candidacy.

July 20, 2016

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the first day of the Republic National Convention.

International Business Times cited research by Emily Liman, professor of biological sciences, finding carbonated water activates the same pain receptors as spicy food.

The Huffington Post mentioned Ellen Leggett, director of the Master of Science in Applied Psychology Program, and a webinar she hosted on applied psychology for business.

July 19, 2016

Quartz highlighted research by Andrew Lakoff, associate professor of sociology, on the prevalence of psychoanalysts in Argentina and the high proportion of citizens in therapy. “For many people, it’s a process of self-understanding and becoming more mature," Lakoff said.

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-TV quoted Patrick James, professor of international relations, about the exodus of academics from Turkey over the past several months.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how fear may drive voters to vote for Donald Trump because of his rhetoric.

The San Bernardino Sun quoted professor emeritus Jerald Jellison, professor emeritus of psychology, about how technology has affected rules and productivity in the workplace.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times "Daybreak poll," which has Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump statistically tied. Daily Mail (UK) also noted results. Los Angeles Times' "Hoy" ran a story on how the “Daybreak poll” works. KCET ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the integration of African-American and Latino communities in South Los Angeles.

California Healthline noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on California voters' thoughts on the Affordable Care Act.

July 18, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured Douglas Becker, assistant professor (teaching) of international relations, and his USC Summer Programs course on international relations, war, global terrorism and conflict resolution. The four-week course, offered to high schools students from around the world for course credit, allowed students to reflect on current events and tragedies with a new perspective.

Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV-TV quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how supporters of each political party respond to campaign logos.

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the support for the Republican Party in California.

San Diego Union-Tribune quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the success of tax hiking measures on state and local ballots.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times and USC Center for Economic and Social Research "Daybreak poll" on the daily voter preferences leading up to the general election. The Huffington Post, Latin Post, Times of San Diego and Central Valley Business Journal also noted the poll results.

Irish Times (Ireland) mentioned research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on how a fasting-mimicking diet while under chemotherapy can be a more effective cancer treatment.

July 15, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Daybreak tracking poll. The poll’s results rely on a panel of 3,000 random people, put together as part of a larger “Understanding America” study by the USC Dornsife Center for Economic and Social Research, in partnership with the USC Unruh Institute and The Times. Results show Donald Trump has a slim lead over Hillary Clinton nationally. The poll will be updated daily leading up to the election (second story here).

The Houston Chronicle ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the integration of African- American and Latino communities in South Los Angeles. Pastor argues the social innovation in the community could serve as a template for the nation, based on research by the USC Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration in South L.A. Pacific Standard quoted Jesse Graham, associate professor of psychology, on how people tend to prefer an authoritarian leader when they feel threatened.

July 14, 2016

The San Francisco Chronicle ran commentary by Jeffrey Fields, assistant professor of the practice of international relations, about why classified information was transmitted over Hillary Clinton’s private email server. Fields, who previously worked for the State Department and the Dept. of Defense, said there are many internal debates about what information is classified and at what level.

The New York Times quoted Nathan Perl-Rosenthal, assistant professor of history and spatial sciences, about why New York has a large Bastille Day celebration.

KPCC-FM’s “AirTalk” quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how party platforms impact campaigns and governing.

The Korea Times ran an op-ed by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about the internal divisions within the Lotte Group and the influence of both Japanese and Korean culture.

July 13, 2016

Opposing Views quoted psychology doctoral student Nicholas Jackson about the negative effects of marijuana use on an adolescent’s development.

July 8, 2016

Zocalo Public Square featured an op-ed by Pierrette Hondagneu-Sotelo, professor of sociology, on men in South Los Angeles finding respite in public parks and an op-ed by Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, on how the sense of community in Watts community benefits minority families.

Education Week featured research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, and BCI researcher Assal Habibi on the positive effects music training has on a child's brain development. The part of the brain benefiting the most also controls speech perception, language development and reading skills.

The Washington Post (in an Associated Press story) quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on Bernie Sanders' role in the Democratic Party.

Los Angeles Times quoted Kenneth Alexander, professor of mathematics, about the chances of winning various lottery jackpots.

San Bernardino County Sun quoted Brie Loskota, executive director of the USC Center for Religion and Civic Culture, on how seeing elected leaders at religious events instills a sense of community. Agence France-Presse quoted Saori Katada, associate professor of international relations, on Japan's economic outlook.

Bill Moyers cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on Hillary Clinton's projected margin of victory in California's Democratic primary.

July 6, 2016

The Philadelphia Inquirer highlighted research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on the health benefits of prolonged and periodic fasting compared to intermittent fasting.

The New York Times (in a Reuters story) quoted Saori Katada, associate professor of international relations, about future monetary policies for the Bank of Japan.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Brie Loskota, executive director of the USC Center for Religion and Civic Culture, on how parents can introduce children to religion or spirituality.

July 5, 2016

The Washington Post ran an op-ed by Morris Levy, assistant professor of political science, and colleagues on the "Brexit" and how identity politics can sway voters more than economic arguments. According to Levy, "people who are against immigration are also quite likely to distrust government and have a strong sense of national identity," leading to a greater propensity to vote to leave the European Union.

KPCC-FM featured work by Peter Kuhn, Dean’s Professor of Biological Sciences and professor of medicine, biomedical engineering, and aerospace and mechanical engineering, unveiled at the White House Cancer Moonshot summit. Kuhn created a crowd sourcing platform to generate a global "cancer map" with patient data. Kuhn is also collaborating with Cancer Research UK Manchester Institute to develop and advance cancer-cell detection technology through data sharing and clinical studies.

C-SPAN quoted Laurie Brand, Robert Grandford Wright Professor and professor of international relations and Middle East studies, about the refugee crisis in Europe.

The Straits Times (Singapore) quoted Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, about the benefits of fasting or fast-mimicking diets.

July 1, 2016

CNN quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about why California implemented a "top two" primary system for executive government positions. KUSI-TV also quoted Schnur.

June June 30, 2016

Los Angeles quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Eric Garcetti's tenure as mayor of Los Angeles is in stark contrast to Antonio Villaraigosa.

La Opinion quoted Thomas Ward, associate professor (teaching) of anthropology, on how poverty and discrimination can lead to violence and gang membership.

June 29, 2016

Inverse featured research by Donald Arnold, professor of biological sciences, on using proteins to provide therapeutic treatment for the imbalance of inhibition in the brain; this may provide the key for treating diseases such as schizophrenia or epilepsy. "For diseases where the general problem is with an imbalance of excitation and inhibition, this is a very precise tool that can go in and hit only the cells you want to hit, and dial inhibition and excitation either up or down," Arnold said.

Los Angeles Times noted results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race.

Los Angeles Times cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the 2018 mayoral election in Los Angeles.

The Sacramento Bee ran an op-ed by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on why those who supported Bernie Sanders and the policies he advocates for should continue to organize to foment real political change.

The Huffington Post ran an op-ed by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute on reducing all life down to an algorithm.

The Korea Times ran an op-ed by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, on the parallels seen in both South Korea's history and the "Brexit."

June 28, 2016

NPR's "Hidden Brain" highlighted research by Anya Samek, associate professor (research) of economics, on how context affects an adult's tendency to lie or cheat. Adults cheat, but are less likely to if their own children are around, especially a daughter. "For a long time we thought that perhaps we had honest people in the world and we had dishonest people in the world," Samek said. "But what we see now is that context actually really matters."

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about a potential challenger to Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti in 2017.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how the presidential election has and will affect the make-up of the Supreme Court.

June 27, 2016

The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about bipartisan support for gun control following the mass shooting at an Orlando gay nightclub.

The Arizona Republic quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the dwindling crowds at Donald Trump's campaign rallies.

CBS News noted results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race.

June 24, 2016

Inverse highlighted research by Kenneth Nealson, Moh El-Naggar and Annette Rowe of USC Dornsife on the search for electricity-eating microbes. All have found microbes that both eat and excrete electrons in disparate environments - from a lake to an old mine to just off Catalina Island.

The Huffington Post ran an op-ed by Donald Miller, Leonard K. Firestone Professor of Religion, on how the Orlando mass shooting and other recent tragedies have led to a public discussion on tolerance.

ABC (Australia) mentioned research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on the health benefits of fasting.

June 23, 2016

RealClearPolitics noted results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race.

June 22, 2016

The New York Times profiled Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity. Nguyen, who recently won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for his debut novel "The Sympathizer," talk about his relationship with the movie "Apolocalypse Now." Nguyen's book includes veiled references to the film's plot and deeply affected his identity as a Vietnamese refugee while growing up.

Quanta Magazine featured research by Moh El-Naggar, Robert D. Beyer (‘81) Early Career Chair in Natural Sciences and associate professor of physics, biological sciences, and chemistry, and colleagues on the search for electricity-eating microbes. “For me, one of the most exciting possibilities is finding life-forms that might survive in extreme environments like Mars,” said El-Naggar. The story also quoted postdoctoral researcher Annette Rowe and her research for similar organisms off the coast of Catalina Island (second story here).

The Chronicle of Higher Education quoted Mark Marino, associate professor (teaching) of writing, about how hyperlinks in online texts give students access to additional background information. The Hill mentioned research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the number of Hispanics eligible for citizenship in Arizona.

Forbes cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on California voter satisfaction with healthcare.

Forbes mentioned research by Matthew Dean, assistant professor of biological sciences, and colleagues on the evolution of baculum among mammals.

June 21, 2016

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Hillary Clinton's strategy to win over voters with her foreign policy experience.

Gizmodo (UK) mentioned a video produced by Leo Braudy, University Professor and Leo S. Bing Chair in English and American Literature and professor of English, art history and history, on the history of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.

June 20, 2016

The Guardian (UK) highlighted research by psychology graduate researcher Matthew Sachs on how the brain may respond to music. Volunteers who claimed to "feel chills" after listening to certain music had more connections between the auditory part of the brain and the areas that process feelings and emotions. Popular Science also featured the research.

The Guardian (UK) featured a collaboration between the USC Shoah Foundation and the USC Institute for Creative Technologies to develop "New Dimensions in Testimony." The project records and programs interactive Holocaust survivor stories. The story quoted David Traum of the USC Institute for Creative Technologies and USC Shoah Foundation Director Stephen Smith. It also mentioned "Project Syria," a virtual reality project by Nonny de la Pena of the USC Annenberg School.

Telemundo highlighted research by Daniel Benjamin of USC Dornsife’s Center for Economic and Social Research on how certain genes are linked to educational attainment, as well as the environment. These genes can influence brain development and other traits that affect school performance.

Los Angeles Times quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about California's diverse sunset times and the summer solstice.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Brie Loskota, executive director of the USC Center for Religion and Civic Culture, on the role of faith in vigils and services following a tragedy, like the mass shooting at a gay nightclub in Orlando.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from multiple USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times polls on Hillary Clinton's projected win over Bernie Sanders in the California primary, voter preferences on healthcare and the California Senate race. The Hill, in a story on the rise of Hispanic candidates for Congress, noted results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race.

The Christian Science Monitor cited comments by Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, on how society uses light and can conserve energy.

Voice of America mentioned research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, and BCI researcher Assal Habibi on the positive effects music training has on a child's brain development.

June 17, 2016

The Atlantic quoted Rhonda Roumani of the USC Center for Religion and Civic Culture on the risks associated with growing xenophobia towards the Muslim community.

California Healthline mentioned research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, and BCI researcher Assal Habibi on the positive effects music training has on a child's brain development.

June 16, 2016

KPCC-FM featured research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, and BCI researcher Assal Habibi on the positive effects music training has on a child's brain development. The part of the brain benefiting the most also controls speech perception, language development and reading skills.

Los Angeles Times quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about a local conservationist.

Politico quoted Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, on why middle-class Mexican Americans supported Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders. The story also cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll.

KQED-FM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Gov. Jerry Brown's role in limiting how much is spent on social programs during periods of growth.

The Huffington Post ran commentary by Steve Posner, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, on Donald Trump's frequent references to a person's perceived ethnicity.

June 15, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why California's state government is not proactive about enacting anti-corruption measures.

Financial Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about why Donald Trump chose to question President Barack Obama's loyalties.

June 14, 2016

The Wall Street Journal featured research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on how fasting can affect chronic disease development and progression. "Periodic fasting shows the most promise in getting rid of bad cells and making good ones for regeneration and can be applied to all kinds of diseases," said Longo. Most recently, Longo found a fasting-mimicking diet reduced symptoms of multiple sclerosis in a limited study.

Los Angeles Times highlighted results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on who Republicans will support in the California Senate race. CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV and LA Weekly featured results about voter support for transgender students to use the bathroom of their choice. California Healthline cited the poll's results on California voter views on the Affordable Care Act.

The Orange County Register quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the differences in the national security messages given by Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton in the wake of a mass shooting at an Orlando nightclub.

Fox and Hounds ran commentary by Darry Sragow, adjunct assistant professor of political science, on the significance of the California primary.

New York cited research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute on the decay of decision-making ability following an accident or disease.

June 13, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the latest USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll highlighting support for transgender students in California to use the bathroom that matches their gender identity. KPCC-FM and LAist quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the shift in support. Los Angeles Times cited poll results on general election expectations in California (additional stories here and here). Los Angeles Times (second story here) and Capital Public Radio highlighted results on Californians' support for the Affordable Care Act. Los Angeles Times published a story on the poll's methodology.

The New Yorker quoted Francille Wilson, associate professor of American studies and ethnicity and history, about Hillary Clinton's political activism during her college years.

USA Today quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about the impact of light pollution on the animal kingdom. Scientific American, The Christian Science Monitor, Science Magazine and Take Part also quoted Longcore.

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump will not be competitive in California during the general election. Voice of America quoted Schnur on how the California Senate race demonstrated Republicans are not competitive in the state. The Christian Science Monitor cited a study by Morris Levy, assistant professor of political science, and his colleague on how Americans are not biased specifically against Latinos when considering immigration reforms.

June 10, 2016

The Washington Post featured research by Matthew Dean, assistant professor of biological sciences, on the evolution of baculum among mammals. Dean found the bone developed independently in multiple mammals rather than from a single common ancestor, but the answer to why this occurred remains a mystery. “The answers to this could actually help us understand, for example, how to bio-engineer bone in a petri dish," Dean said.

The Washington Post highlighted that the results from the recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the Democratic primary in California were the closest to the actual results. Los Angeles Times featured poll results and quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on voter support for the state minimum wage increase.

The New York Times quoted Sherman Jackson, King Faisal Chair in Islamic Thought and Culture and professor of religion and American studies and ethnicity, about Muhammad Ali's legacy and his effect on Islam in America. Jackson spoke at the prayer service for Ali. The New York Times (in a Reuters story), CNN, BBC, The Huffington Post, Fox News Latino, New York Daily News, Daily Mail (UK) and The Telegraph (UK) featured Jackson's comments.

The Hollywood Reporter quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, on the likelihood a competitor will find success in China similar to that expected from new the Shanghai Disney Resort.

San Jose Mercury News mentioned Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, won a California Book Award gold medal for his novel "The Sympathizer." Nguyen recently took home the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.

Engadget, in an article on NASA's mission to locate black holes, mentioned the research by the USC Institute for Creative Technologies for the USC Shoah Foundation's holographic accounts of the Holocaust.

June 9, 2016

The Washington Post ran commentary by Morris Levy, assistant professor of political science, and his colleague on how Americans are not biased against Latinos when considering immigration reforms. Levy's research found "whites are open to policies that address the negative group stereotypes — and ensure that new U.S. citizens could genuinely join and contribute to the community." If a Latino immigrant spoke English and had steady employment, there was no statistical difference in an individual's support for citizenship of a Latino immigrant compared to other ethnicities.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about California and Los Angeles' antiquated voting infrastructure and complicated rules. Los Angeles Times also quoted Schnur on why voters approved Proposition 50. Minnesota Public Radio quoted him about the upcoming general election and CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS quoted him about HIllary Clinton's messaging on her historic nomination moving into the general election.

MSNBC quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about political speechwriting leading into the general election for president.

CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCAL-TV quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, on California's primary results (additional segments here, here and here). KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" also quoted Hancock.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the dominance of the Democratic Party in California.

The Washington Post noted recent results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the Democratic primary in California.

Glendale News-Press, in a story about the California Senate District 25's election, mentioned Anthony Portantino is a visiting fellow at USC Dornsife.

June 8, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on whether Independents and Democrats who support Bernie Sanders would vote for Hillary Clinton in the fall. The Huffington Post quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the poll's results on the California Senate race. CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV, LA Weekly and Capitol Weekly noted the poll's results for the Democratic race.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why it might be easier to elect a female leader in less established democracies.

CNN quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on the connotations associated with the terms, "liberal" and "conservative."

CNN quoted Sherman Jackson, King Faisal Chair in Islamic Thought and Culture and professor of religion and American studies and ethnicity, on Muhammad Ali's contribution to society as an American Muslim.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the future of the Republican Party in California.

Opposing Views cited comments by psychology doctoral student Nicholas Jackson on the health risks of regular marijuana use by teens.

June 7, 2016

The Washington Post highlighted results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times on Donald Trump's high unfavorability among California voters. Fox News (second story here) and Vice cited the same results. The Washington Post, Los Angeles Times, CNN (additional stories here, here and here), The Christian Science Monitor and Politico featured the poll's results on the California Democratic primary. Los Angeles Times also focused on the California Senate race poll results.

NBC News ran commentary by Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, on Latino voters in California. According to Vallejo, defining Latinos as poor, unassimilated immigrants is an out-of-date stereotype. Instead, her research finds California Latinos are entering the middle and upper-classes at a record rate, and in turn, influencing the state's political trajectory.

U.S. News and World Report quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Hillary Clinton's favorability among Democrats. KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Schnur on her possible convention battle with Bernie Sanders.

Bloomberg Politics quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on Hillary Clinton's path to becoming the presumptive nominee of the Democratic Party.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the California primary.

June 6, 2016

The New York Times (in a Reuters story) featured results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing a close race for the Democratic presidential candidates in California (second story here). Los Angeles Times, The New Yorker, Newsweek and Real Clear Politics quoted Dan Schnur, , director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how the poll skews based on various demograhics. Los Angeles Times cited the Democratic primary results in additional articles (here and here), as did Politico, The Fiscal Times (UK), Inquisitr, New York Post, Opposing Views and The Wrap. Los Angeles Times also noted the poll results for the California Senate primary (second story here).

The New Yorker highlighted research by Christopher Boehm, professor of biological sciences, on hierarchy in human society. Compared to chimpanzees, hunter-gatherer societies had more equality, partially due to weapons. To ensure greater equality, Boehm found "the dominated need to trust one another" and have stable social bonds, instead of spreading equality based fear of weaker members.

The New York Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the California Senate race. MSNBC quoted Schnur as well.

The Wall Street Journal quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Donald Trump's competitiveness in California for the general election.

PBS' "Newshour" quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on how the demographic shifts in California will be seen across the country by 2050. The program also quoted Dan Schnur on how the Republican Party views immigration reform. Real Clear Politics quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on how the winner of the California primary will impact the Democratic Party platform.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Bernie Sanders' challenges in California.

The Chronicle of Higher Education mentioned Amber Miller is the new dean of USC Dornsife.

Pacific Standard ran an op-ed by Andrew Lakoff, associate professor of sociology, about the California water debate.

June 3, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from a new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the close primary race between Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders in California. LA Times, The Hill and LA Weekly quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Bernie Sanders' chances of victory. CNN, Politico, MSNBC, CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV, Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV-TV (second story here), The Washington Examiner and The Independent (UK) cited the primary results. Los Angeles Times also highlighted results from the poll on Donald Trump's unfavorability ratings in the state. In a third article, Los Angeles Times noted California voter preferences in the Senate race and quoted Schnur.

CBC Radio (Canada) highlighted comments by Steven Ross, professor of history, on the value of celebrity endorsements of politicians. Ross noted the differences between where each party spends its energies and resources. Hollywood Republicans, he said, are more likely to seek higher office, while Hollywood Democrats focus on lobbying and fundraising.

CNN quoted Craig Stanford, professor of biological sciences and anthropology, about whether a gorilla that dragged a child who fell into its enclosure intended to do harm.

Newsweek quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Hillary Clinton's decision not to speak about gun control in California and whether Donald Trump will be competitive in the state.

San Jose Mercury News mentioned results from an earlier USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll about the Democratic presidential race.

June 2, 2016

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the Democratic California presidential primary.

Los Angeles Times mentioned an upcoming USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California primary race. Tampa Bay Times mentioned research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on a fasting-mimicking diet that may reduce the symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

June 1, 2016

The Telegraph (UK) featured research by Valter Longo, professor of gerontology and biological sciences, on a fasting-mimicking diet that may reduce the symptoms of multiple sclerosis. “We started thinking: If it kills a lot of immune cells and turns on the stem cells, is it possible that maybe it will kill the bad ones and then generate new good ones?” Longo said. The study showed the diet reduced symptoms in all mice and resulted in a complete recovery for 20 percent of the animals. ScienceBlog and Pakistan Daily Times highlighted the study.

The New York Times quoted Jesse Graham, associate professor of psychology, on how Donald Trump and his supporters react to Hillary Clinton because of her gender.

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM quoted Jody Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, about Latino voters who will likely vote for Donald Trump.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about California Gov. Jerry Brown endorsing Hillary Clinton.

May

Monday, May 31, 2016

The Press Democrat highlighted an interview with Dana Gioia, California Poet Laureate and Judge Widney Professor of Poetry and Public Culture at USC. Gioia is visiting every county in California while continuing to teach at USC during

The Wall Street Journal quoted Saori Katada, associate professor of international relations, about Japanese culture and lifetime employment guarantees.

KPCC-FM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on California voters' preferences on trade. The story also cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the potential Bernie Sanders versus Donald Trump debate. Field Poll on the upcoming presidential primary in California (second story here).

Boing Boing mentioned research by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, on how children are attending income-segregated schools more than the previous generation.

The Asbarez Post mentioned the tenth anniversary gala for the USC Institute of Armenian Studies, attended by USC Provost Michael Quick and many other USC faculty.

Friday, May 27, 2016 CNN Espanol featured USC's commencement and the university's oldest graduate, Alfonso Gonzales. Gonzales, 96, received his diploma more than 60 years after he believed he had graduated.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the California Senate race.

Entertainment Weekly mentioned USC Trustee Steven Spielberg founded the USC Shoah Foundation.

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Los Angeles Times highlighted a reading and discussion by Viet Thanh Nguyen associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, who was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his fiction novel. Nguyen spoke about his memories from a refugee camp following his family escape from the Vietnam War.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Pacific Standard featured a review of a new collection of essays by Geoff Dyer, writer in residence. "White Sands" covers everything from childhood stories to adult experiences and favorite philosophers, all in Dyer's skeptical and often "nasty, brutish and short" tone

NBC News affiliate KNBC-TV quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the conservatives within the entertainment industry.

The New York Times (in an Associated Press story) mentioned Jack Feinberg, professor of physics and astronomy and electrical engineering- electrophysics, and Gaurav Sukhatme of the USC Viterbi School signed an amicus brief supporting Tom Brady of the New England Patroits' suspension appeal. The New York Times also mentioned USC in a similar Reuters story.

The Atlantic cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the use of surrogates by political campaigns.

Slate ran an op-ed by Darby Saxbe, assistant professor of psychology, on “Bernie or Bust” supporters.

Tuesday, May 24, 2016

The Washington Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the California Senate primary race.

The Huffington Post mentioned research by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, colleagues on how children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods. Fusion also highlighted the study's results.

Monday, May 23, 2016 PR Boston affiliate WBUR-FM featured a new book by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, on her ancestor John Humphrey Noyes and his Oneida community.

San Francisco Chronicle quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on campaign financing in the California State Assembly.

Glendale News-Press quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, and Dora Kingsley Vertenten of the USC Price School on former Glendale Mayor Ara Najarian's campaign for a seat on the L.A. County Board of Supervisors.

Friday, May 20, 2016

PBS' Newshour quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on the Democratic presidential primary.

The Christian Science Monitor cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on gun control in California.

Gizmodo cited research by Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, on how emotional states are often guided by the physical state.

Education Dive cited research by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, on how children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods. Inc also noted the study.

El Ciudadano (Chile) cited comments by Timothy Biblarz, associate professor of sociology and gender studies, on children raised by same-sex couples.

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Los Angeles Business Journal quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Donald Trump's fundraising capabilities in California. Los Angeles Business Journal also quoted Schnur about the number of political ads expected for the upcoming general election.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about Bernie Sanders' supporters.

Fortune Magazine quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about the possible effects LEDs may have on controlling the spread of the Zika virus.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on voter preferences on international trade. Los Angeles Times also noted the poll's results for the the Democratic Party primary.

The Huffington Post, in article on faculty diversity, cited research by Jane Junn, professor of political science, on tenure promotions among minority faculty.

LA Weekly cited comments by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the Bernie Sanders' supporters.

Wednesday, May 18, 2016

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Christian Grose, associate professor of political science, about the use of political surrogates.

The Orange County Register quoted Kenneth Alexander, professor of mathematics, on the mathematical probability of the Los Angeles Lakers receiving a top draft pick.

The Diplomat cited comments by Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the relationship between China and Hollywood.

Tuesday, May 17, 2016

CNN featured USC's commencement and the university's oldest graduate, Alfonso Gonzales. Gonzales, 96, received his diploma more than 60 years after he believed he had graduated. NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV, NBC New York, La Opinion and Daily Mail (UK) highlighted Gonzales' achievement.

The New York Times (in a Reuters story) quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about gun control in California.

Entrepreneur quoted Wendy Wood, Provost Professor of Psychology and Business, on how to achieve work-life balance.

USA Today mentioned USC Trustee Steven Spielberg founded the USC Shoah Foundation.

Monday, May 16, 2016

The New York Times (in an Associated Press story) featured USC's commencement and the university's oldest graduate, Alfonso Gonzales. Gonzales, 96, received his diploma more than 60 years after he believed he had graduated. NBC News quoted USC President C. L. Max Nikias on the achievement. " CBS News, Univision, San Francisco Chronicle, ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-TV (second story here), CW News affiliate KTLA-TV (second story here), Fox News Los Angeles affiliate KTTV- TV and Los Angeles Daily News all highlighted Gonzales' achievement and included various quotes from USC Davis School Dean Pinchas Cohen, USC Dornsife College interim Dean Dani Byrd, USC Registrar Frank Chang and Aaron Hagedorn of the USC Davis School.

Entrepreneur quoted Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, on how emotion is a necessary component for almost all decision-making.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race.

Friday, May 13, 2016 The Scientist featured a study by Daniel Benjamin of the USC Dornsife College on how genes affect an individual's level of education attainment. The article cited comments by Benjamin.

Jewish Journal featured Yaffa Weisman of the USC Dornsife College and a freshman level seminar on “Exile and Identity in Modern Israeli and Palestinian Culture." According to Weisman, the goal of the class was “to have the students see that this particular conflict is more than the sum of news headlines, and that creative expressions of Israelis and Palestinians shed light on the human aspects of the conflict.”

The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the removal of a fundraising blackout period for the California Senate.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Gavin Newsom's aspirations to run for governor of California.

Los Angeles Times mentioned a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on whether Bernie Sanders supporters would vote for Hillary Clinton in the general election.

Thursday, May 12, 2016

Inside Higher Ed featured a study by Daniel Benjamin, associate professor (research) of economics, on how genes affect an individual's level of education attainment. The Atlantic included extensive comments by Benjamin. “If we can take out genetic effects, it’s like sharpening the image down the microscope ... We can better see what the effects of environmental interventions are," Benjamin said. U.S. News and World Report, Nature, The Guardian (UK), The Independent (UK), Agence France- Press, The Verge, United Press International and Tech Times all highlighted the study.’

The San Francisco Chronicle quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump may a toxic force for down ballot Republicans.

Gizmodo quoted Thomas Garrison, assistant professor (teaching) of anthropology and spatial sciences, about about the use of remote sensing to detect an undiscovered Mayan ruin. The Washington Post, The Independent (UK) and Metro (UK) cited Garrison's comments.

Signature ran an op-ed by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, on her new book about her ancestor John Humphrey Noyes and his Oneida community. Oneida: From Free Love to the Well-Set Table chronicles Noyes' belief in "complex marriage," the path to immortality and the eventual failure of the community.

Daily Mail (UK) mentioned research by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, on how children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods. Crain's Chicago Business also cited the study's results.

Wednesday, May 11, 2016

The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about possibly illicit campaign contributions. Daily Mail (UK) quoted Thomas Garrison of the USC Dornsife College about the use of remote sensing to detect an undiscovered Mayan ruin.

The Washington Post cited research by Jordan Peterson and Jihyun Shin of the USC Dornsife College and colleagues on how often gender parity occurs in cabinet positions.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll about the California Senate race (second story here). San Jose Mercury News cited the results on the Democratic primary.

Slate cited research by Christian Grose, associate professor of political science, and Matthew Mendez, a PhD candidate in the Department of Political Science, on the likelihood that white politicians will respond to constituents with Latino sounding names.

RT (Russia) mentioned research by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how children are growing up in more economically-segregated neighborhoods. Education Week also cited the study.

The Diplomat ran an op-ed by Yukari Easton, a USC East Asia Center ACE-Nikaido Fellow, on the possible consequences for nuclear nonproliferation efforts if Donald Trump is elected president.

Tuesday May 10, 2016

The Washington Post featured a new study by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how Los Angeles County children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods than the previous generation. U.S. News and World Report highlighted the study's results.

Los Angeles Times cited an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump's candidacy could revitalize the Californian Republican Party.

Monday, May 9, 2016

ABC News Los Angeles affiliate KABC-AM featured an interview with Thomas Jordan, University Professor and the W. M. Keck Foundation Professor of Earth Sciences, about the San Andreas Fault. Although the exact date and time of an earthquake cannot be predicted, the potential is there for one or more very large earthquakes.

Gawker featured a new book by Ellen Wayland-Smith, assistant professor (teaching) of writing, on her ancestor John Humphrey Noyes and his Oneida community. Oneida: From Free Love to the Well-Set Table chronicles Noyes' belief in "complex marriage," the path to immortality and the eventual failure of the community.

NPR quoted Cleopatra Abdou, assistant professor of gerontology and psychology, on how children of every culture internalizes beliefs about success and failure as children, which then affect the rest of their lives. USA Today quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the effect the current presidential election will have on future political participation.

Friday, May 6, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Thomas Jordan, University Professor and the W. M. Keck Foundation Professor of Earth Sciences, about the likelihood of an earthquake along the San Andreas Fault. Time cited comments by Jordan.

CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCAL-TV quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the need for image management for the presumptive presidential nominees.

The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the trajectory of the Republican Party.

The Washington Post cited comments by Jody Agius Vallejo, assistant professor of sociology, about the origins of Americans celebrating Cinco de Mayo.

Atlanta Black Star mentioned a new study by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how Los Angeles County children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods than the previous generation.

Thursday, May 5, 2016

The Huffington Post featured a new study by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how Los Angeles County children are growing up in more economically- segregated neighborhoods than the previous generation. Education Dive also highlighted the study's results.

PBS' "Tavis Smiley" quoted Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about minority voters in the upcoming presidential election. CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV also quoted Hancock (second and third stories).

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how the Republican Party will react to the presumptive presidential nominee, Donald Trump. The Sacramento Bee also quoted Schnur.

McClean's quoted Laura Baker of the USC Dornsife College about the genetic roots of violent behavior in children.

Los Angeles Times ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the trajectory of the Republican Party with Donald Trump as its presidential nominee. Schnur also cited recent results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on California voters' immigration preferences.

Wednesday, May 4, 2016

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how Donald Trump might affect political gridlock in Washington, D.C.

Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured a new study by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how Los Angeles County children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods than the previous generation.

The Orange County Register quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how California awards its primary delegates.

LA Weekly quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the benefits of Los Angeles Times returning to local ownership.

Monday, May 2, 2016

The New York Times quoted Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, about the use of the phrase "I feel like."

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about partisanship in recent elections. American Public Media's "Marketplace" and San Jose Mercury News quoted Schnur on the importance of California's June 7 primary. LA Weekly quoted Schnur about Bernie Sanders' chances of securing the Democratic presidential nomination. The story also cited recent results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the Democratic primary in California.

The Hollywood Reporter quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about Universal's business strategy in China.

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about California's growing acceptance of undocumented immigrants.

The Washington Post mentioned a 1991 USC Shoah Foundation testimonial by a Holocaust survivor.

Los Angeles Times mentioned results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll finding most Latinos have a negative view of Donald Trump (second story here). Monterey County Herald noted similar results. Los Angeles Times cited results on which Republican candidate primary voters prefer (second story here)

April

Thursday, April 28, 2016 Chicago Tribune featured work by the USC Shoah Foundation to host interactive survivor stories in a museum setting. The pilot program was hosted by the Illinois Holocaust Museum and cost more than $12 million to develop, according to Stephen Smith, director of the USC Shoah Foundation.

The Christian Science Monitor featured a new study by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how Los Angeles County children are growing up in more economically segregated neighborhoods than the previous generation. KPCC's "Take Two" also highlighted the study's results.

Reuters quoted Steve Ross, professor of history, about the effect of celebrity supporters on political campaigns.

The Wall Street Journal ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Ted Cruz's selection of Carly Fiorina as his running mate.

El Boletin (Spain) cited comments by Jacob Soll, professor of history and accounting at USC Dornsife and the USC Leventhal School of Accounting, on the implications of the Panama Papers.

Observador (Portugal) ran a review of Jacob Soll, professor of history and accounting at USC Dornsife and the USC Leventhal School of Accounting’s, book "The Reckoning."

Wednesday, April 27, 2016

The New York Times ran an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the agreement between Ted Cruz and John Kasich in the Republican presidential primary. According to Schnur, the pact is not necessarily to influence voters, but instead to alert Super PACs on how to target their funds since candidates can not directly communicate with the organizations.

KPCC-FM featured a new study by Ann Owens, assistant professor of sociology and spatial sciences, and colleagues on how Los Angeles County children are growing up in more economically-segregated neighborhoods than the previous generation. High-income families have more opportunities to seek out advantages for their children.

Reuters quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Hillary Clinton's

Yahoo News quoted Robert Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on Bernie Sanders' path to the Democratic nominating convention.

Mashable quoted Christian Grose, associate professor of political science, on the growth of Donald Trump pinata sales in Los Angeles.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the paths of Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders headed into their respective party conventions.

Tech Times mentioned research by Daniel Benjamin, associate professor (research) of economics, on how genetics may affect a person's overall happiness, as well as their likelihood for depression and neuroticism.

Tuesday, April 26, 2016

The Washington Post ran an op-ed by Laurie Brand, Robert Grandford Wright Professor of international relations and Middle East Studies, on recent protests in Egypt. The protests, aligned with Sinai Liberation Day, demonstrate the disconnect between the ruling party's brand of nationalism and sentiment on the ground.

The New York Times quoted Pamela Starr, associate professor (teaching) of international relations, about Mexico's upcoming election.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Shauna Redmond, associate professor of American studies and ethnicity, about passing music on from one generation to the next.

Bill Moyers quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about independent voters in California.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race (second story here).

USA Today ran commentary by Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about superdelegates in the Democratic Party.

The Conversation ran an op-ed by Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, about the effect racist rhetoric in the presidential campaign has on young Latinos.

Monday, April 25, 2016

The Guardian (UK) featured Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, who was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his fiction novel, "The Sympathizer." The novel follows a double-agent from Saigon during the aftermath of the Vietnam War.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about success rate of tax measures on presidential election ballots.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about donations to the Republican presidential campaigns and in a third story about the California Senate race. Yahoo News also quoted Schnur about Donald Trump's political director.

KPCC-FM quoted Karen Tongson, associate professor of English and gender studies, about gentrification in Echo Park.

The Wrap quoted Diana Blaine, professor (teaching) of writing and gender studies, about women on television.

Friday, April 22, 2016 Los Angeles Times quoted Jody Agius Vallejo, associate professor of sociology, about immigrant integration.

National Geographic quoted Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences, about an endangered butterfly species living south of the Los Angeles International Airport.

La Opinion quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about effect of Latino voters on the presidential race in California. The story also cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll.

Education Week cited results from a 2015 USC Dornife/Los Angeles Times Poll about teacher tenure.

Thursday, April 21, 2016

CCTV America featured an interview with USC President C. L. Max Nikias about USC's partnerships with Chinese universities and benefits of international students studying at USC. Nikias also mentioned work by the USC Shoah Foundation to document survivors' stories from the Nanjing Massacre and the interdisciplinary USC Iovine and Young Academy.

Nature World News featured research by Daniel Benjamin, associate professor (research) of economics, on how genetics may affect a person's overall happiness, as well as their likelihood for depression and neuroticism. "Genetics is only one factor that influences these psychological traits. The environment is at least as important, and it interacts with the genetic effects," Benjamin said. The Press Trust of India also published the findings.

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

The Washington Post featured Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, who was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his fiction novel, "The Sympathizer." The novel follows a double-agent from Saigon during the aftermath of the Vietnam War. National Post and Voice of America also featured Nguyen and his work.

CBC (Canada) quoted Carol Wise, associate professor of international relations, of the USC Dornsife College about the political upheaval in Brazil.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics.

Tuesday, April 19, 2016

The Washington Post featured Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, who was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his fiction novel, "The Sympathizer." The novel follows a double-agent in Saigon during the aftermath of the Vietnam War. The New York Times published a review of the novel prior to the Pulitzer announcement. The Wall Street Journal, Inside Higher Ed, The Chronicle of Higher Education, Los Angeles Times (second story here), NBC News, The Boston Globe and Bustle covered Nguyen's award.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on how Californians will vote in the Democratic party's presidential primary.

Monday, April 18, 2016

United Press International featured research by Frank Corsetti, professor of Earth sciences, of the USC Dornsife College and colleagues on the theory that volcanic activity led to a mass extinction. Studying this event may help predict what might happen with existing carbon dioxide levels, according to Corsetti.

The Washington Post quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the effects of a Supreme Court decision on illegal immigrants in California.

The New York Times mentioned Antonio Damasio, director of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, in an article about the Berggruen Institute.

The Sacramento Bee ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about campaign finance reform in California.

Quartz cited comments by Richard Easterlin, University Professor and professor of economics, on how happiness can drive public policy.

Friday, April 15, 2016

Business Insider ran an op-ed by Richard Easterlin, University Professor and professor of economics, about how happiness can drive public policy.

Thursday, April 14, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the adoption of Clean Up Green Up by the Los Angeles City Council.

Wednesday, April 13, 2016

The New York Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about superdelegates and the Republican party.

The Wall Street Journal mentioned an op-ed by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Donald Trump's delegate math. The Huffington Post ran commentary by Jim Burklo, associate dean of the USC Office of Religious Life, about interfaith engagement.

Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured an op-ed by Megan Sweas of USC Dornsife College about the tensions between the teachings of the Catholic Church and recent papal exhortations. Sweas cited comments by Joe Palacios of the USC Dornsife College about what informs faith in the modern church.

The New York Times quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about Democratic party superdelegates.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Donald Trump's past charitable contributions.

Monday, April 11, 2016

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted Joe Palacios, a lecturer in the Department of Sociology, about Catholics' reactions to recent papal announcements.

Agence-France Press (France) quoted Julien Emile-Geay, associate professor of earth sciences, about the California drought. International Business Times cited Emile-Geay's comments.

Inglewood Today mentioned results from a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll about the Democratic presidential primary in California.

Friday, April 8, 2016

The New York Times highlighted results from the recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the Republican presidential race. Poll findings showed Donald Trump ahead of Ted Cruz in California by one point among likely Republican voters. Los Angeles Times also cited the same results.

PBS' "Book View Now" featured an interview with Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, about his recent book "The Sympathizer." Nguyen talked about his inspiration for the book and how the theme of empathy influenced both the main character and his own life. PBS' "Tavis Smiley" also interviewed Nguyen about his next book, "Nothing Ever Dies: Vietnam and the Memory of War," which focuses on how those involved remember the war differently.

PC Magazine featured work by the USC Shoah Foundation in partnership with the USC Institute of Creative Techonologies to create interactive holograms of Holocaust survivors to field questions about their experiences. Stephen Smith, executive director of the USC Shoah Foundation, wants to ensure those in the future can learn directly from survivors' stories by actively asking questions, "rather than see them consigned to become statistics of history." KPCC-FM quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about allowing immigrants to symbolically vote.

Thursday, April 7, 2016

NPR's Boston affiliate WBUR-FM ran commentary by Arie Kapteyn, professor of economics and founding director of the USC Dornsife Center for Economic and Social Research, about how retirement in the United States compares to other countries.

The Huffington Post ran a column by Jim Burklo, associate dean of the USC Office of Religious Life, about how Donald Trump's rhetoric affects the abortion debate.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" interviewed Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, regarding the history of contested presidential conventions.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the Wisconsin presidential primary.

Tuesday, April 5, 2016

The New York Times quoted Adam Feldman, a doctoral candidate in international relations, about the tenor of the Supreme Court after Justice Antonin Scalia's death.

NPR San Diego local affiliate KPBS-FM cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the California Senate race.

Monday, April 4, 2016

CNBC featured USC student Sam Dhillon, a junior on the university's basketball team, as well as CEO of a multi-million dollar investment firm. Dhillon is majoring in human biology and conducting Alzheimer's research for the Department of Neuroscience Medicine.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on the potential impact of Latino voters on the presidential election. The article also mentioned the results of a recent USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on Donald Trump's prospects in California's primary (additional stories here and here). Los Angeles Times also quoted Schnur about college students who support Trump for president and the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors election here.

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about John Kasich's chances at a brokered Republican convention in a story about USC Trustee Rick Caruso's appointment as Kasich's California co-chairman. Los Angeles Times mentioned the appointment and cited results from the new USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the Republican presidential candidates.

Friday, April 1, 2016

KPCC-FM featured results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll showing Donald Trump slightly ahead of Ted Cruz in the Republican presidential race. CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV and Times of San Diego cited the Poll's immigration figures.

The Art Newspaper quoted Alexis Clark, a lecturer in the department of art history, about museums becoming involved in art trading.

Wired mentioned the USC Dornsife College operates the 60-foot solar tower on Mount Wilson as part of a global "helioseismology" network.

Jewish Journal, in a profile on Gary Michelson, mentioned his $50 million gift to establish the USC Michelson Center for Convergent Bioscience.

March

Thursday, March 31, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the latest USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on how Californians feel about illegal immigration (additional stories here and here). Los Angeles Times contrasted these results with whether or not the same voters agree with Donald Trump's proposals. Los Angeles Times cited results about how Californians feel about the economy and trade deals. Los Angeles Times also mentioned results on "decline to state" voter preferences for the Democratic presidential candidates. Fox and Hounds cited results on the Republican presidential candidates.

Los Angeles Times featured Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, as one of the new Los Angeles Times Critics-at-Large to contribute to the book section. Nguyen is the author of the award winning 2015 novel “The Sympathizer,” which is a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction (second story here).

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" quoted David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about domestic effects of sanctions on North Korea.

Wednesday, March 30, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the latest USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll, highlighting how California voters are optimistic about the economy and how the presidential election is driving their top concerns (second story here). Los Angeles Times also ran a story on Gov. Jerry Brown's approval rating, based on the poll. Los Angeles Times mentioned Ted Cruz's electability in California.

The Guardian (UK) quoted Caroline Betts, associate professor of economics, about enforcement issues regarding animal cruelty.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

The Washington Post featured results from the latest USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll, highlighting how California voters might affect each presidential nominating contest, as well as the general election (second story here). Los Angeles Times featured results on California Governor Jerry Brown's approval rating (second story here). Los Angeles Times also covered voter uncertainty on their pick in the California U.S. Senate race and quoted Dan Schnur of the USC Dornsife College. KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" and The Sacramento Bee also quoted Schnur about the poll and its results. The Hill, New York Post, The Huffington Post, Business Insider, Times of San Diego and Central Valley Business Journal mentioned results relating to the Republican race. LA Weekly covered results on the Democratic candidates.

CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCBS-TV featured work by Clay Wang, who holds joint appointments as professor of pharmacology and pharmaceutical sciences and chemistry at the USC School of Pharmacy and USC Dornsife to send fungi into space. According to Wang, while in space, the fungi could grow drugs that it would not normally produce on Earth's surface. This includes medication to fight bone density loss, which astronauts suffer from after a long mission. San Gabriel Valley Tribune, World Journal, Xinhua News Agency (China), Inverse, City News Service and Hindustan Times also covered the mission.

The Atlantic quoted Irving Biederman, Harold Dornsife Chair in Neurosciences and professor of psychology and computer Science about manspreading.

The Atlantic mentioned research by Geoffrey Wiseman, professor of the practice of international relations, about the United States' history of diplomatic relations towards adversarial states.

The San Francisco Chronicle ran commentary by Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, on the use of big data to analyze consumer behavior.

Monday, March 28, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured results from the latest USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll, highlighting California voter preference in the Democratic presidential primary. The survey showed California voters are more likely to support Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders. Democratic voter preferences were cited in a second article. Los Angeles Times also reported Donald Trump is slightly ahead of Ted Cruz on the Republican side of the race (second article here). Los Angeles reported Hillary Clinton would likely win California's delegates in a general election contest against either Republican contender and quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics. Los Angeles Times published a methodology statement for the poll. CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCAL-TV and KPCC-FM quoted Schnur on the results. Bloomberg Politics, Bustle and CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV also cited data from the poll.

CNN quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about how Bernie Sanders' primary wins will affect who will be the final Democratic party presidential nominee.

The Australian (Australia) reviewed a new book by Jonathan Kellerman, clinical professor of psychology, called "The Murderer's Daughter."

Friday, March 25, 2016

The Wall Street Journal featured a roundtable discussion at the USC Ronald Tutor Campus Center with Hillary Clinton and Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, focusing on homeland security and engaging with Muslim communities. NBC News Los Angeles affiliate KNBC-TV and KPCC-FM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Clinton's rhetoric and why the Democratic candidates are campaigning in California. The New York Times (in an Associated Press campaign roundup), Los Angeles Times, CBS News, NBC News, Bloomberg Politics, The Guardian (UK), CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCAL-TV, ABC News Los Angeles affiiate KABC-TV, Variety, Los Angeles Daily News and City News Service covered Clinton's campus visit.

The New Yorker featured a poem by Claudia Rankine, Aerol Arnold Chair of English. The poem focuses on the use of "white" as a widely applied cultural construct. Rankine's research covers perceptions of race in America.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the California Legislature stalling in sending a set of bills to Gov. Jerry Brown.

KPCC-FM quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about presidential candidates campaigning in California leading up to the state's June primary.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted William Deverell, professor of history, about a joint Pulitzer Prize Board and California Humanities tour to promote viewing current events from multiple perspectives.

Thursday, March 24, 2016

Irish Examiner (Ireland) mentioned a writing course developed by Mark Marino, associate professor of writing, that looks at the selfie as a cultural artifact.

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

The San Francisco Chronicle featured a poetry tour by Dana Gioia, California Poet Laureate and Judge Widney Professor of Poetry and Public Culture. Gioia will visit every county in California for poetry readings in schools and spread the message of poetry in California communities.

BBC News quoted Clifford Johnson, professor of physics and astronomy, about the strength of gravity. The Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the political aspirations of Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez.

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the latest presidential campaign news.

Vibe cited data collected by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues on the number of Latinos eligible for naturalization in a story about the demographic's propensity to vote in the presidential election.

Monday, March 21, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured USC Dornsife College sociology doctoral student Jeff Sacha and how he built up the Pico-Union Boxing Club after being a part of the USC Boxing Club.

Los Angeles Times quoted Richard Flory, associate professor (research) of sociology,about millenials tuning into "The Passion" on Fox.

The Philadelphia Inquirer quoted John Monterosso, associate professor of psychology, about Barry Schwartz, a retiring psychology professor at Swathmore College and TED Talk leader.

Los Angeles Times cited results from a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll about Latino voters.

Montreal Gazette referenced a USC Shoah Foundation Institute for Visual History and Education project to record testimonials by Holocaust survivors.

Friday, March 18, 2016

The Wall Street Journal noted USC is the second most popular American university for international students. The data also shows the percentage of international students at USC has grown from five percent to 18 percent between 2000 and 2014.

Thursday, March 17, 2016

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on how the likely party nominees for president affect President Barack Obama's Supreme Court nomination.

CNN cited data from USC's Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration in an article highlighting how Latinos are rushing to naturalize to vote against Donald Trump. PBS News' Phoenix affiliate KAET-TV also mentioned the research in connection with past Republican electoral success in California. Los Angeles Times cited results from the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times poll about Republican presidential candidates.

Forbes ran commentary by Donald Miller, Firestone Professor of Religion, about retirement.

Telegraph (UK) cited research by David Neal, professor of psychology, on how eating with the non- dominant hand can reduce how many calories individuals ingest.

Mother Jones cited research by Matthew Kahn, professor of economics and spatial sciences, about the use of alternative energy in agriculture.

Wednesday, March 16, 2016

The New York Times ran an op-ed by Scott Soames, Distinguished Professor of Philosophy, about philosophy's place in the modern world. He argues philosophy is most at home in the university space, which allows collaboration with other disciplines and shares its teachings with students of all majors.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about what to watch for in the previous night's primaries.

PBS News' "Next Avenue" ran commentary by Donald Miller, Firestone Professor of Religion, about creating rituals around retirement.

The Korea Times ran commentary by Kyung Moon Hwang, professor of history and East Asian languages and cultures, about the Hyundai Motor company.

Tuesday, March 15, 2016

Irish Times (Ireland) quoted Karen Sternheimer, associate professor (teaching) of sociology, on celebrity doctors.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, the underlying political messages at Nancy Reagan's memorial service.

Monday, March 14, 2016

New York featured an interview with Christopher Boehm, professor of biological sciences, on Donald Trump's behavior. Boehm likened both Trump's calm and bombastic demeanors to that of alpha chimpanzees.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Donald Trump's general election chances.

Tech Crunch mentioned research by Antonio Damasio, of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, about decision making.

Friday, March 12, 2016

Grist featured the work of Justin Scoggins, data manager at the Program for Environmental and Regional Equity (PERE) and the Center for the Study of Immigrant Integration (CSII), and data manager for National Equity Atlas. Scoggins helped produce a new air pollution exposure index, which showed race is the best indicator of whether or not someone is exposed to more pollution.

Thursday, March 10, 2016

NPR featured photoraphy by Walter Thompson-Hernandez, a graduate-student researcher in the Program for Environmental and Regional Equity, researcher who focuses on immigration and race. Thompson-Hernandez discussed the fluid nature of racial identity.

CBS News Los Angeles affiliate KCAL-TV interviewed Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about Super Tuesday results.

Vox quoted Jacques Hymans, associate professor of international relations, about North Korea's missile tests.

The Intercept quoted Maytha Alhassen, Provost Ph.D. Fellow in American Studies and Ethnicity, about Donald Trump's rhetoric towards Muslim Americans.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the Republican presidential campaign.

Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Bloomberg News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about John Kasich's presidential campaign.

The New Republic quoted Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity, and gender studies and comparative literature, on transhumanism and cyborgs.

The Boston Globe quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about Latino immigrants and naturalization tests.

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

Seattle Times quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about citizens rushing to naturalize so they can vote in the 2016 presidential election.

The Washington Post mentioned Viet Thanh Nguyen, associate professor of English and American studies and ethnicity, and his debut novel, "The Sympathizer." The book is a finalist for the PEN/Faulkner Award. The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Michael Bloomberg's role in the presidential campaign.

Monday, March 7, 2016

USA Today featured commentary on the 2016 presidential campaign by Dan Schnur director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics. Schnur drew parallels between 'Downton Abbey' and the current state of the campaign.

The New York Times quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about Latino immigrants registering to vote against presidential candidate Donald Trump.

ABC News quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about Chinese censorship.

Bustle mentioned research on breaking bad habits by Wendy Wood, professor of psychology and business.

Public Radio International mentioned a USC Dornsife College study about voting rates among naturalized citizens.

Friday, March 4, 2016

The Wall Street Journal featured commentary by Dan Schnur director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on Donald Trump's latest GOP debate performance. According to Schnur, as the number of candidates on stage continues to dwindle, Trump's weaknesses and lack of knowledge becomes more apparent.

KPCC-FM's "Take Two" featured an interview with Morteza Dehghani, assistant professor of psychology and computer science, about the psychology behind political memes. Dehghani discussed how memes can help form or reinforce voters' opinions.

Chicago Tribune quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the latest GOP debate.

Smithsonian Magazine mentioned research by Jennifer Labrecque, a postdoctoral scholar in the Department of Psychology, on the brain's ability to learn a new task.

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Politico featured commentary by Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on the front-runners in the presidential nominating contests. According to Shrum, Marco Rubio must win Florida to still have a fighting chance and Bernie Sanders must secure a big upset to trigger a domino effect. Bloomberg Politics quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the upcoming GOP debate.

Vox quoted Lanita Jacobs, associate professor of anthropology and American studies and ethnicity, about Nina Simone.

KCET-TV mentioned Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, in an article about the Los Angeles Black Worker Center.

The Australian (Australia) mentioned the USC Shoah Foundation's New Dimensions in Testimony in a story about indigenous culture.

Wednesday, March 2, 2016

The Wall Street Journal featured a column by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, ahead of Super Tuesday. Schnur included three things to watch for once the results were tabulated, and whether Super Tuesday will have a significant effect on the rest of the presidential nomination contests.

Los Angeles Daily News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Donald Trump's success on Super Tuesday.

The Atlantic mentioned a recent study by National Equity Atlas, a joint project of USC's Program for Environmental and Regional Equity and PolicyLink about economic segregation.

Tuesday, March 1, 2016

The Atlantic featured a new report by the National Equity Atlas, a joint project of PolicyLink and USC's Program for Environmental and Regional Equity. The study showed that most an overwhelming majority of African American and Latino students attend schools where most of the students are low-income.

February

Friday, February 26, 2016

CW News Los Angeles affiliate KTLA-TV interviewed USC Dean of Religious Life Varun Soni about bias against Muslims in Los Angeles.

NPR, in a story about Kanye West's new album, cited Jack Halberstam, professor of American studies and ethnicity gender studies and comparative literature and his concept of "the queer art of failure."

Thursday, February 25, 2016 Fast Company featured a study by Surya Prakash, George A. and Judith A. Olah Nobel Laureate Chair in Hydrocarbon Chemistry and Professor of Chemistry, George Olah, Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Donald P. and Katherine B. Loker Chair in Organic Chemistry, and Alain Goeppert, research scientist, about their discovery of a method to convert excess carbon dioxide into methanol. The process could help businesses release fewer harmful gases into the atmosphere.

The Atlantic quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the importance of stewardship in public investment.

CBS quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the significance of Donald Trump's primary win margins.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

The Wall Street Journal quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about a Latino voter drive.

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about Viacom exploring a sale of a minority stake in Paramount Pictures.

Science News quoted Matthew Dean, assistant professor of biological sciences, about how a "selfish" gene can spread through a mouse population, despite evolutionary disadvantages.

Voice of America quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Asian Americans running for political office.

Tuesday, February 23, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Manual Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the disproportionate effects of extreme heat on Los Angeles' poorest neighborhoods.

KPCC interviewed Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the political landscape heading into Super Tuesday.

LA Weekly quoted Peter Westwick, assistant professor of history, on the impact surfing and tourism can have on the environment.

Curbed LA quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the long-standing tensions and inequities surrounding pollutant-generating industries in South Los Angeles.

Washington Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on why presidential candidates share personal, non-political preferences to create personal connections with voters.

Monday, February 22, 2016

Live Science featured research by Jennifer Labrecque, a postdoctoral scholar in the Department of Psychology, on the brain's ability to learn a new task. Deliberately planning to learn a task may be detrimental to ensuring the new activity becomes habit, according to Labrecque's findings.

Los Angeles Times quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, on the long-standing tensions and inequities surrounding pollutant-generating industries in South Los Angeles.

KPCC interviewed Ange-Marie Hancock, associate professor of political science and gender studies, about the Democratic Party courting African-American voters.

Politico quoted Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, about Donald Trump's chances of winning the Republican nomination.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the longevity of Bernie Sanders' presidential bid.

The Christian Science Monitor quoted David Chan-oong Kang, professor of international relations and business, about the feasibility of imposing sanctions on North Korea.

Out quoted Joseph Hawkins, professor of anthropology, about the historical significance of the closing of two gay pornography bookstores in Los Angeles.

Mic quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about factors that contributed to Jeb Bush's failed presidential bid.

Thursday, February 18, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about a Chinese company investing in films by Universal Pictures.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Newsweek ran an op-ed by Bob Shrum, Carmen H. and Louis Warschaw Chair in Practical Politics and professor of the practice of political science, on the Republican presidential candidates.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the L.A. Ethics Commission fining two nonprofits.

Tuesday, February 16, 2016

Forbes featured research by G. K. Surya Prakash, George A. and Judith A. Olah Nobel Laureate Chair in Hydrocarbon Chemistry and Professor of Chemistry, George Olah, Distinguished Professor of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science and Donald P. and Katherine B. Loker Chair in Organic Chemistry, along with colleagues, on a process that would allow scientists to extract methanol from CO2. This alternative form of energy could be a vital resource as the world runs out of oil.

KPCC-FM featured Walter Thompson-Hernandez, a graduate-student researcher in the Program for Environmental and Regional Equity, and his photography of Angelenos who are of mixed Latino and African-American descent. Thompson-Hernandez discussed the fluid nature of racial identity.

U.S. News & World Report quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about voter anger and the Obama administration.

Los Angeles Times cited a study by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues finding that there are an estimated 5.5 million U.S. citizens who are the children of unauthorized immigrants.

CNN quoted David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about North Korea's nuclear program.

The Wall Street Journal ran a column by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Justice Antonin Scalia's death and what it means for the presidential candidates. The Wall Street Journal ran a second column by Schnur about the GOP presidential contenders. The Wall Street Journal ran another story.

Friday, February 12, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about Compton getting its own movie theater after decades without one.

The Huffington Post quoted Hans Bozler, professor of physics and astronomy, about the challenges in cryogenically freezing organs.

Los Angeles Times mentioned "Blaxicans of L.A.," an exhibit of photographs by Walter Thompson- Hernandez, a graduate-student researcher in the Program for Environmental and Regional Equity. His photographs depict Afro-Latin identity.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016

CBS News' "Moneywatch" featured research by Arie Kapteyn, professor (research) of economics, and colleagues finding that very few Americans are relying on reverse mortgages in retirement. Far more older Americans are using their home equity in conventional ways.

KPCC-FM quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about how Compton has changed in the last 30 years.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the New Hampshire primary results. The Wall Street Journal ran a second column by Schnur.

Tuesday, February 9, 2016

Gizmag featured research by Surya Prakash, George A. and Judith A. Olah Nobel Laureate Chair in Hydrocarbon Chemistry and Professor of Chemistry, and colleagues on a process that could convert carbon dioxide from the air into methanol.The story was also covered by Minneapolis Star-Tribune.

The Huffington Post ran a column by Carol Muske-Dukes, professor of English, about Hillary Clinton's challenges as a presidential candidate.

Monday, February 8, 2016

Los Angeles Times cited the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll finding that 48 percent of California Republicans support the Tea Party movement.

The Huffington Post cited research by Jonas Kaplan, assistant professor (research) of psychology, and colleagues on how the brain processes narratives.

Thursday, February 4, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about ESPN partnering with Tencent to cover sports in China.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Donald Trump deciding against participating in a Republican presidential debate.

The Huffington Post ran a column by Jim Burklo, associate dean of the USC Office of Religious Life, about progressive Christianity.

Wednesday February 3, 2016

Los Angeles Times cited a USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll finding that a majority of California voters oppose suspending environmental protections during the drought.

Tuesday, February 2, 2016

Los Angeles Times, in a story about a Boyle Heights garden that provides food for the local community, reported that Sarah Jo Portnoy, a lecturer in Spanish and Portuguese, has been taking students to the site since 2011 as part of a course on Latino food culture. Portnoy helped the garden's managers obtain a $50,000 grant from USC to deliver produce to nearby residents.

The New York Times, in a Reuters story, quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Hillary Clinton running a close race with Bernie Sanders.

Public Radio International's Science Friday cited an op-ed by Travis Longcore, assistant professor of architecture and spatial sciences , about a standoff at an Oregon wildlife refuge. High Country News also cited the op-ed.

Capital Public Radio quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Republicans campaigning in a California Senate race.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the Iowa caucus results.

Monday, February 1, 2016

Vice quoted Jared Sanchez, a data analyst at PERE and CSII, about the Obama administration's new task force focused on helping more immigrants become U.S. citizens.

Albuquerque Journal quoted Heather James, associate professor of English and comparative literature, about artistic depictions of American bison.

The Wall Street Journal ran commentary by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, on whether voters will look beyond the drawbacks of presidential candidates from both parties. The Wall Street Journal also ran commentary by Schnur on what to watch for in the Iowa caucus results.

January

Friday, January 29, 2016

Los Angeles Times mentioned that Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, will be included on a panel of White House officials and other local leaders to discuss ways in which to encourage immigrants to become U.S. citizens.

Thursday, January 28, 2016

The Huffington Post ran a column by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and a colleague suggesting that a more welcoming attitude toward immigrants in the U.S. could help prevent shootings like the one that occurred in San Bernardino.

Daily Pilot mentioned that the USC Shoah Foundation helped find a Holocaust survivor to speak to Whittier Law School students.

Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about Oriental Dreamworks, the company that created "Kung Fu Panda."

Voice of America quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Asian Americans becoming more politically engaged.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" interviewed Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about a potential presidential run by Michael Bloomberg.

Monday, January 25, 2016

Los Angeles Times featured the USC Shoah Foundation, which is now collecting testimony from survivors of the Nanjing massacre. It's part of an effort to expand the genocide research of the institute beyond the Holocaust; they have previously branched out to study genocides in Cambodia and Rwanda. The article quoted Karen Jungblut, the Shoah Foundation's director of research and documentation.

Reuters featured research by Adam Feldman, a political science doctoral candidate, and colleagues explaining how 66 lawyers in private practice, most working for businesses, dominate the Supreme Court's docket.

The Chronicle of Higher Education mentioned that Dani Byrd is the interim dean of the USC Dornsife College.

Friday, January 22, 2016

The Economist quoted Donald Miller, Leonard K. Firestone Professor of Religion, about how Pentecostal worship provides migrants with a sense of control over their lives.

South China Morning Post quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about Chinese businessman Wang Jianlin's increasing presence in Hollywood.

Sacramento Bee quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about Gov. Jerry Brown's goals for 2016 and his singular focus on the budget.

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Harvard Business Review ran an op-ed by Matthew Kahn, visiting professor of economics and spatial sciences, on why rising sea levels won't doom U.S. coastal cities.

Los Angeles Times quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about a decline in the number of immigrants living in the country illegally.

Sacramento Bee quoted Kevin Starr, University Professor and professor of history, and policy, planning, and development, about the death of prominent California haberdasher Wilkes Bashford.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

U.S. News & World Report quoted Richard Easterlin, USC University Professor and professor of economics, about the quality of life in Denmark.

U.S. News & World Report quoted Wendy Wood of the USC Dornsife College about the formation of spending habits.

Tuesday, January 19, 2016

Pacific Standard featured research by Nicholas Jackson, a Ph.D. student in quantitative psychology, and colleagues finding that marijuana doesn't appear to reduce intelligence. A large-scale study of twins found that those who smoked marijuana in adolescence versus siblings who remained abstinent did not display higher degrees of mental decline or challenges. The study was also covered by The Philadelphia Inquirer, along with a second study on marijuana's effects by Laura Baker, professor of psychology, and colleagues.

Los Angeles Times quoted Darry Sragow, adjunct assistant professor of political science, about political leadership in the wake of the Porter Ranch gas leak.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" interviewed Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the final Democratic presidential debate.

The Chronicle of Higher Education mentioned that the former dean of the USC Dornsife College, Steve Kay, is now president of The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla. The story noted that USC discussed a merger with the institute in the past.

Friday January 15, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the need for Los Angeles Unified School District Superintendant Michelle King to provide leadership.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk" quoted Bill Deverell, professor of history, about Woody Guthrie's experiences in Los Angeles.

Thursday, January 14, 2016

Variety quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about a Chinese company acquiring Legendary Entertainment

Wednesday, January 13, 2016

NPR's "The People's Pharmacy" featured an interview with Wendy Wood, Provost Professor of Psychology and Business, about how to break bad habits. Wood discussed tips and tricks that help make good habits stick and bad habits easier to break.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about a tax bond measure that would help the homeless.

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about Wang Jianlin boosting his influence in Hollywood by acquiring Legendary Entertainment.

NBC News interviewed Steve Ross, professor of history, about a lack of diversity in Hollywood.

Variety mentioned that Clifford Johnson, professor of physics and astronomy, is on the jury for the Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize.

Tuesday, January 12, 2016

The Chronicle of Higher Education ran commentary by Stephanie Bower of the USC Dornsife College about a writing course that brings USC students into conversation with ex-prisoners. The course is careful to position the ex-prisoners as experts in terms of their life experience rather than as subjects of charity. The story noted the course was co-created by John Murray of the USC Dornsife College.

The Washington Post cited a study by Scott Kanoski, assistant professor of biological sciences, and colleagues finding that when eating is limited, the hormone associated with feeling full plummets and leads to rats eating twice as much.

Forbes quoted Kenneth Alexander, professor of mathematics, about the odds of winning the lottery.

LA Observed quoted Clifford Johnson, professor of physics and astronomy, about scientists helping Hollywood screenwriters make their scripts more scientifically accurate.

Monday, January 11, 2016

International Business Times featured Tom Garrison, assistant professor (teaching) of anthropology and spatial sciences, who led a team of archaeologists to discover the tomb of a Mayan king. "You never know what's out there, and you never know what you're going to find in any given year," Garrison said. The story included a USC-produced video about the discovery.

The Wall Street Journal quoted Clifford Johnson, professor of physics and astronomy, about scientists helping Hollywood screenwriters make their scripts more scientifically accurate.

Salon ran an op-ed by John Allen of the USC Brain and Creativity Institute about how we derive a sense of security from home ownership - and how that can be exploited.

The Oregonian mentioned the Collaboratory for the Study of Earthquake Predictability is hosted at the USC Dornsife College and provides rigorous testing of earthquake prediction methods.

Friday, January 8, 2016

Los Angeles Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the film industry remaining strong in China despite recent market turmoil.

CBS News quoted David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about Ri Chun-hee, a North Korean TV announcer used to communicate the state's propaganda.

San Francisco Chronicle quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about a non-binding resolution that Democrats hope will increase voter turnout.

KPCC-FM's "AirTalk"; interviewed David Albertson, associate professor of religion, about a Christian college which has taken steps to fire one of its teachers who has professed solidarity with Muslims.

Thursday, January 7, 2016

Los Angeles Times cited the USC Dornsife/Los Angeles Times Poll on the support of Asian voters in California for Hillary Clinton.

KPCC-FM interviewed David Kang, professor of international relations and business, about North Korea's claims to have tested a hydrogen bomb.

Wednesday, January 6, 2016

The Chicago Tribune cited research by Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, and colleagues finding that by 2020, 47 percent of all jobs in the Chicago region will require an associate degree or higher.

San Jose Mercury News quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about poll numbers for the Democratic presidential candidates.

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

The New York Times, in an Associated Press story, featured the USC Shoah Foundation. The Foundation has been collecting testimonies of Holocaust survivors since the '90s, and now is expanding its research into testimonies of genocide in Latin America. The first project will be the most comprehensive repository of accounts from Guatemala's civil conflict, in which about 245,000 people are estimated to have been killed or disappeared.

NPR affiliate WBUR-FM featured research by Margaret Gatz, professor of psychology, gerontology and preventive medicine, and colleagues finding a link between anxiety and an increased risk of dementia. Looking at 28 years of data from sets of twins, the researchers found that the twin who suffered from higher levels of anxiety was twice as likely to suffer from dementia later in life, Gatz said.

The New York Times quoted Stanley Rosen, professor of political science, about the Chinese company Dalian Wanda Group buying a majority stake in a Hollywood production company.

Los Angeles Times quoted Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about a California ballot initiative asking voters to weigh in on the Supreme Court's Citizens United case.

San Francisco Chronicle quoted Manuel Pastor, Turpanjian Chair in Civil Society and Social Change and professor of sociology and American studies and ethnicity, about the racial overtones in a new ad from the Donald Trump campaign.

Monday, January 4, 2016

PBS News' "NewsHour" featured Robin Coste Lewis, Provost's Fellow in the Creative Writing & Literature PhD Program at the USC Dornsife College, and winner of the 2015 National Book Award for poetry. Lewis discussed her debut, her readers and her influences.

Los Angeles Times quoted Steven Ross, professor of history, about the Academy Awards and representations of race.

National Geographic quoted David Caron, professor of biological sciences, about how single-celled organisms eat.

The Wall Street Journal ran a column by Dan Schnur, director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics, about the political impact of Donald Trump and Bernie Sanders.

The Chronicle of Higher Education mentioned that Sarah Leslie of the USC Dornsife College is humanities editor at the Los Angeles Review of Books. The story highlighted the cultural impact of LARB on academics.

The Washington Post ran a column by Wendy Wood of the USC Dornsife College about why people fail to change bad habits.

The Sacramento Bee mentioned that T.C. Boyle, writer in residence and Distinguished Professor Emeritus of English, is author of "The Relive Box," included in "The Best American Science Fiction and Fantasy" series.

Relaxnews ran a story about sticking to New Year's resolutions by John Monterosso, associate professor of psychology.