The Media Institute for Social Change at the USC School of Cinematic Arts identifies 15 movies that not only entertain but expand our understanding, change our perspective and challenge us to do something.

Tight end Daniel Imatorbhebhe has embraced community service, extending his impact at USC far beyond the gridiron.

Unexpected financial hardship forced Ann Marie Manahan to leave USC midway through her studies. Decades later, she created a scholarship to help USC students struggling to afford school.

USC researchers, studying bones at the L.A. County Natural History Museum, find evidence of a fearsome shark taking to the sky to take down a pterosaur, a formidable flying reptile.

People are attracted by the do-it-yourself price, but experts say other issues should be considered to avoid high costs over the long run.

The quality of the gift matters, USC experts say; the size or cost of the item isn’t as important.

The hoops team uses its platform to inspire local kids and help others in need as part of Trojan Outreach, USC’s community volunteer program for student-athletes.