They’re the first students to graduate from the academy, whose unique perspective on innovation comes from the minds of its founders, producer Jimmy Iovine and musician Andre “Dr. Dre” Young.

The renowned scholar is acclaimed for bridging his scholarship as a cultural historian with the curation of exhibitions, installations and public humanities projects with diverse organizations.

USC scientists developing new treatments and cures for pulmonary diseases will benefit from a $12.5 million donation from the Hastings Foundation.

It’s National Stress Awareness Month — handle your hassles through yoga, exercise, music and art.

From Laurel and Hardy to How to Get Away with Murder, it’s not unusual to see USC on the big or small screen — often standing in for some other place.

Milly Rodriguez assured them she would become the first in her family to graduate from college. And she’s sticking to that vow.

Yelp reviews, which focus on staff attitudes, responsiveness and the physical facility, could help consumers.

For almost three decades, USC’s Neighborhood Academic Initiative has prepared the sons and daughters of South Los Angeles families for college success. NAI will celebrate its 21st graduation with students, their families, and the people who’ve made NAI a nationally recognized, free college preparatory program.

NAI’s class of 2018 includes 50 graduates. All are headed for college, and 19 will attend USC in the fall on full scholarships.

A study concludes that consumers searching for a nursing home should consider the ratings from Yelp and government sites such as Nursing Home Compare to get a complete picture of a home’s quality and care.