Humanities

The ancient Greek philosophy has acquired a new generation of acolytes. USC Dornsife’s Ralph Wedgwood explains its appeal.

Danzy Senna, professor of English and author of the acclaimed novel Colored Television, discusses overcoming bad reviews and her “descriptive, not prescriptive” approach.

The state is often defined by periods such as the Gold Rush, the rise of Hollywood and the aerospace boom. But USC experts note many lesser-known stories have quietly shaped California’s identity.

The abandoned communities may be haunting, but USC experts say they still have much to teach us about the state’s complex history.

USC scholars explain how the classic A Christmas Carol shaped and preserved the beloved winter holiday.

With Krampus-based movies, comic books and festivities growing in popularity, the scary Alpine holiday legend has gained a firm foothold in America.

USC School of Dramatic Arts faculty members recommend five plays perfect for when the snow is falling and the cold wind blows — or a day at a SoCal beach.

It’s been another year of groundbreaking accomplishments, ambitious launches and moving moments for the Trojan Family. Check out all 24 of our favorite stories of 2024; did yours make the list?

Folklorists created a through line from the Celtic pagan festival of Samhain to Halloween. But the Halloween we know today has more to do with the English, a 9th century pope and American consumerism.

Humanities faculty will engage the public in forums related to the milestone and help select some of the United States’ most important historical documents.