FROM THE USC NEWSROOM...

Headlines
GOOD NEIGHBORS CAMPAIGN EXCEEDS GOAL
An unprecedented $888,000 is raised by the 2006 fund-raising effort. More than $8 million has been gathered for the community since the campaign began in 1994. More...

CAN DESIGNER IMMUNE CELLS STOP AIDS?
USC biochemical engineer Pin Wang and a team of multidisciplinary scientists explore a new gene therapy to combat HIV. More...

ACADEMIC ELEMENT TOPS USC EXPERIENCE
Surveys find that students are overwhelmingly satisfied with the university's intellectual community and engagement opportunities. More...



Milestones
WERTHEIMER TO LEAD TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Founded in 1993, the USC School of Cinematic Arts organization is at the forefront of the digital revolution. More...

CHILDREN OF MEN WINS SCRIPTER AWARD
The author and screenwriters of the film based on P.D. James' tale about infertility in the near future will be honored at Doheny Library on February 18. More...

NEW INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CHIEF NAMED
Ilee Rhimes will oversee key initiatives, including networking, videoconferencing and multimedia classrooms on campuses. More...



International
SHANGHAI MUSEUM SALUTES QINGYUN MA
Acclaimed architect Rem Koolhaas is among international VIPs who attend a Chinese reception honoring the newly appointed USC School of Architecture dean. More...



Athletics
FRESHMAN JAMIE LOVEMARK QUALIFIES FOR BUICK INVITATIONAL
This marks the second pro golf tournament for the young Trojan. More...

YOUNG SELECTED PAC-10 PLAYER OF THE WEEK
The junior leads USC to sweep of the Arizona schools and a No. 25 ranking. More...

MARIO DANELO REMEMBERED FOR "LIVING THE DREAM"
The young athlete who "embraced life" is remembered by thousands of mourners. More...


ALUMNI NEWS
Trojan Travel
FAMILY FUN AND FAVORITE DESTINATIONS
The new year is here--have you decided where to go? Whistler, Canada, is the perfect place for the entire Trojan Family, or perhaps you'd prefer a relaxing voyage along the Danube or the Volga, or amid the Greek isles. All you need to do is make your first stop Trojan Travel and you're as good as there!



Special Offers for USC Alumni
SHOP THE USC ALUMNAE COORDINATING COUNCIL
USC'S women's groups have an array of special USC wares for every member of the Trojan Family. You name it - mugs, pillows, mouse pads, car mats - just click here and start shopping!

USC CREDIT UNION- DEDICATED TO SERVING THE TROJAN FAMILY
Get the value you expect from the Trojan Family, and enjoy all the benefits of higher returns with our Value+Money Market. With yields of 4.50% APY* for balances of $10,000 or more and 4.75% APY* for balances of $100,000 or more, we're confident you won't find a better deal. Plus, you'll be able to access your account through checks, Home Banking and in-branch visits, with up to six penalty-free withdrawals per month. To find out more about our Value+Money Market or any of our other products and services, please call (877) 650-5860 or visit us at www.USCcreditunion.org. (*APY [Annual Percentage Yield] effective 7/20/06 and subject to change; fees may reduce earnings.)

FELIX CADILLAC AND CHEVROLET
Felix is honored to be a proud sponsor of the USC Alumni Association and the Trojan Family. We offer you the "PURR-fect" deal on the "PURR-fect" car of your choice. Come by and see us and save hundreds of dollars on your next purchase or lease. Remember, your USC alumni price is not sticker price! And we also offer premium service at our convenient location at Figueroa and Jefferson. Call (888) 710-6915 or visit www.felixautos.com.

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CHECK OUT OUR NEW USC ALUMNI ASSOCIATION WEBSITE!
With our new redesigned website, our great alumni benefits, including free lifetime membership, travel programs, merchandise, on-campus discounts, career planning and special financial offers are more accessible than ever. Visit http://alumni.usc.edu today!

UPDATE ON USCAA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH
The search for a new Associate Vice President for Alumni Relations to head the USC Alumni Association continues. We have identified many outstanding candidates but so far have not found one we feel could excel in all areas of this demanding position. If anyone wishes to recommend an outstanding prospect to us, please e-mail AlumniSearchUSC@berkhemerclayton.com.



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