Husband and wife build a company dedicated to bridging the gap between disadvantaged artisans and consumers around the world.

Former mayor seeks ‘intelligent conversation’ about the oft-discussed topic.

C. L. Max Nikias is recognized for encouraging students to be philanthropic, globally minded and informed of the issues that affect children. David Beckham is also honored.

USC sports business expert David Carter says the team — or teams — need to be competitive and provide good customer service, since ticket prices will surely be high.

Two USC researchers show how paper records impact interactions with health care practitioners.

The school also has the No. 2-ranked online engineering program, according to just-released rankings.

“We position students as listeners rather than experts,” writes USC’s Stephanie Bower, “and community partners as holders of knowledge rather than as objects of charity or study.”

Two new programs will give students a mix of communications and technological skills, finding new ways to deliver news.

National crisis intervention organization offers hotline, other services to individuals.