Shohreh Aghdashloo, who has played strong women on stage, television and in films, has simple acting advice for Trojans.

In The Dialogues, the new graphic novel by USC physicist Clifford Johnson, the heroes are scientists. And though they have no special powers beyond their scientific abilities, the characters address everything from the mysteries of dark energy to the possibility of immortality.

Supported by the Broad Foundation and their mentors, two Trojans take innovative approaches to ongoing health issues.

Reading and music have been constants in the life of the USC School of Dramatic Arts retiree, who now has an endowed scholarship in his name.

Fewer are buying, and what they’re looking for is different from previous generations (goodbye, living room). They’re moving less, too.

Researchers get $16.7 million grant to retrieve relevant foreign-language documents and do more with less.