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May 2008


Deep Down, Life Thrives
Seafloor bacteria are more abundant and diverse than previously thought, according to a new study by USC College’s Katrina Edwards.
Digging for Peace in the Middle East
Plan brokered by USC and UCLA archaeologists would remove a roadblock to Mideast peace. Negotiations have led to the first agreement on the region’s archaeological riches.
In Memoriam: Dagmar Barnouw, 72
The USC College professor whose interdisciplinary research covered many fields was “intellectually fearless.”
International Relations Expert to Direct Public Diplomacy Center
Geoffrey Wiseman of USC College will oversee research projects at center housed in USC Annenberg.
Fight On for Darfur
USC College students fight against apathy in the face of atrocity.
Commencement 2008
USC College salutes the Class of 2008. Get all the news about the university’s 125th commencement exercises.
Against the Grain
Political scientist Ricardo Ramírez breaks ground studying the immigrant vote.
Creating Miracles: Down to a Science
Rose Hills grant gives undergraduates with vision the chance to change the world.
Science Stars
Two USC College undergraduates named Goldwater Scholars.
Cosmic Seeker
USC College’s Elena Pierpaoli searches into the universe’s origin, form and fate.
Waterkeeper Alliance and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Honored
In an inaugural event, USC College lauds Kennedy’s Waterkeeper Alliance for its commitment to the environment.
Mind Your Language
‘Language and mind’ research flourishes at USC College.
In Memoriam: Harlan Hahn, 68
The USC College political scientist was a major force in the disability rights movement.
New Center for Study of Immigrant Integration Announced
News delivered during a recent conference that drew 350 — including Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa.