FROM THE USC NEWSROOM...

Headlines
USC IS A $4 BILLION ECONOMIC ENGINE
USC is responsible for $4 billion annually in economic activity in Los Angeles County alone, according to a new economic impact analysis. More...

USC RANKED EIGHTH-MOST WIRED COLLEGE
University wins national recognition from PC Magazine for its comprehensive computing and technology offerings. More...

DYSLEXIA THEORY MAKES NOISE
Poor filtering of unwanted data may be the root cause of the common disorder, says USC co-author and his colleagues. More...



Milestones
SNEAD APPOINTED TO NIH RESEARCH COUNCIL
During his four-year appointment, the USC School of Dentistry faculty member will review grants and assess the merits of clinical and craniofacial research. More...

AMIR ELECTED SECRETARY OF THE UNIVERSITY
In her new post, the managing general counsel maintains corporate records and oversees the coordination of board meetings. More...

DAVIES CITED FOR RADICAL DISCOVERIES
USC gerontologist and molecular biologist honored for pioneering work on harmful effects of oxygen. More...



International
SURVEYING THE 'THIRD NATION'
USC Libraries advance U.S.-Mexico border scholarship with rare edition of 1848 Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. More...

VITERBI EXPERTS PREDICT THE WAKE OF A PENDING QUAKE
Research into ancient earthquakes by scientists at USC and Caltech shows that within the next few decades, another tsunami is likely to flood densely populated sections of western Sumatra. More...

CONVERSATION WITH TIMUR KURAN
The USC expert on Islamic culture delves into the relationship between economics and religion, expounding on the Middle East, democratic rights and the stance against America. More...



Athletics
STEVE SMITH NAMED USC'S MOST VALUABLE PLAYER
The USC senior All-American wide receiver, who leads USC in receiving with 64 catches for 975 yards and 8 touchdowns, was named the Most Valuable Player of the Rose Bowl-bound Trojan football team. More...

SHAY MURPHY NAMED NAISMITH TROPHY PRESEASON CANDIDATE
USC senior guard Shay Murphy has been tabbed a preseason candidate for basketball's most prestigious national honor, the Naismith Trophy. More...

SEDRICK ELLIS AND RYAN KALIL WIN PAC-10 MORRIS TROPHIES
USC junior nose tackle Sedrick Ellis and senior center Ryan Kalil have been named winners of the 27th annual Morris Trophy, a unique award given to the outstanding offensive and defensive linemen in the Pacific-10 Conference. More...



ALUMNI NEWS

Trojan Travel
DISCOVER THE WORLD IN THE NEW YEAR
Make 2007 the year you take that dream vacation. At Trojan Travel, our programs offer a world of new discoveries as well as luxurious cruises and rail trips. Visit Trojan Travel online or call (213) 821-6005 today!




Mark Your Calendar
ROSE BOWL GAME EVENTS
The Trojans meet the Wolverines in Pasadena on New Year's Day. To find out how to get in on the excitement, visit our USCAA Rose Bowl Game event information page.



Special Offers for USC Alumni
OFFICIAL USC JEWELRY FROM CYNTHIA NASH?
Your Trojan spirit can now accompany you anywhere with necklaces, bracelets and earrings featuring Swarovski crystals in USC's official school colors. These beautiful pieces complement any ensemble, casual to formal. Click here for pictures and prices.

80/50 MAMMOTH
This new luxury residential development located in the heart of the vibrant Village at Mammoth Mountain features expansive one, two and three-bedroom residences. 80/50 provides unparalleled services and amenities including a private skybridge with direct gondola access, spa facilities, concierge services and pre-arrival grocery shopping. As a proud sponsor of the USC Alumni Association, 80|50 offers attractive incentives to USC alumni who choose to become owners. To learn more click here.

LIBERTY MUTUAL AUTO, HOME AND RENTER'S INSURANCE
USC alumni can save hundreds of dollars on their auto and home insurance with Group Savings Plus?! How will you spend your savings?


INSURANCE SAVINGS FROM MARSH AFFINITY GROUP SERVICES
Marsh Affinity Group Services, the insurance broker for the USC Alumni Association, offers USC alumni a wide range of group insurance plans, including term life, auto, homeowners, catastrophe major medical insurance, short-term medical, long-term care and Blue Shield of California Medical plans and Medicare supplement. Click here for more information.

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