Custom-designed banners created by young artists and a famed muralist are honored at City Hall.

"Charles Bolden is a courageous leader whose dedicated service to our nation is a testament to his strong character and values," USC President C. L. Max Nikias said. "His wealth of knowledge and experience will be a major asset to our university, and we are thrilled to welcome him back to our board."

The highly decorated Marine Corps officer and USC alumnus completed more than three decades of service to the country before overseeing the U.S. space program under President Barack Obama.

Cancer and other serious medical conditions are in the crosshairs of pioneering projects supported by the L.K. Whittier Foundation.

Trojans learn valuable lessons on managing time and taking better care of themselves.

The university closed out 2017 with the fifth-highest total for cash gifts, according to the Council for Aid to Education (CAE). USC has consistently ranked in the top five since 2012, a feat shared by only two other institutions, Harvard and Stanford universities.

Bachelor of fine arts students perform in Gala de Danza, ‘The Nutcracker’ and more.

Popular eatery at Mercado La Paloma, opened by mother and daughter, offers healthy food and special events.

For six straight years, the university has placed in the top five institutions of higher education nationally.