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December 2006


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Here's Something to Chew On
College sociologist Barry Glassner dispels gustatory myths in The Gospel of Food.
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Oldest Animal Embryos or Bacteria?
A discovery by USC College graduate student Jake Bailey and his colleagues offers an alternate view of the very nature of the world's oldest-known fossils.
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Running on Microbes
A USC College-led research team works to tap the power of a unique microorganism — a biofuel supply that may have fantastic applications.
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Conversation With Timur Kuran
The USC College expert on Islamic culture delves into the cross between economics and religion, expounding on the Middle East, democratic rights and the stance against America.
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Tradition & Innovation
One year after its official launch, USC College's fund-raising initiative gathers steam.
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Researchers’ Dyslexia Theory Makes Noise
USC College scientists co-author a series of studies that suggest a new model of dyslexia's deficits.
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Everett Wins PEN Literary Award
USC College professor earns national honor for Wounded, recognized by judges as a 'sophisticated examination of race and sexuality.'
Paying Tribute to Talented Teachers
USC College honors outstanding faculty and graduate students for excellence in teaching and research.
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A Call to Action
The College’s Unruh Institute plays host to a message of student action and engagement from activist Ralph Nader.
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Still Doing the Right Thing
"Visions and Voices" brings renowned filmmaker Spike Lee to USC for a wide-ranging, frank conversation with Robin Kelley of USC College.