Daily Trojan

Trojans gear up for Bay Area back-to-back

gosorio — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:42:33 +0000

This weekend the USC men’s volleyball team will take its talents to the Bay Area for its most challenging road trip of the season. The Trojans (7-4, 5-4) will be in Stockton Friday night to play No. 11 Pacific, and will turn around and head about 80 miles south to Palo Alto on Saturday to [...]

Ryan Seacrest helps USC sorority member find invite date

mcaskey — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 19:21:22 +0000

Just when you thought that the inauguration of President C. L. Max Nikias would bring an air of social and academic responsibility to our party-dome campus, a member of Pi Beta Phi sorority has decided to continue one of ‘SC’s stereotypes. She has gone from simple college girl to national celebrity in a matter of [...]

2012 Oscar season disappoints in best original song category

mcaskey — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 16:29:07 +0000

In a year where the nominations for best picture range from the feel-good The Help to the philosophical Tree of Life, the nominations for best original song remain disappointingly shallow. For the 84th Academy Awards, only two songs were nominated for the category: Rio’s “Real in Rios” and The Muppet’s “Man or Muppet.” It’s not [...]

Classifieds – February 24

brundage — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 08:30:21 +0000

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CET advises students on graduate school

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:31:06 +0000

The Office of College Advising suggests students wait a few years to apply for grad school.

Program analyzes tweets to predict Oscar winners

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:30:28 +0000

The Annenberg Innovation Lab and the Viterbi Signal Analysis Lab use IBM software in their newly developed Oscar Senti-meter.

Professor explores Native American roots in book

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:28:53 +0000

English professor David Treuer says many Native Americans are prone to writing tragedies.

Bon appétit

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:27:20 +0000

Steven Park (left), a freshman majoring in international relations (global business), and Bradley Lai (right), a freshman majoring in business administration, enjoy Indian and Jamaican food, respectively, at the International Food Fair in McCarthy Quad on Thursday. The event was sponsored by the International Students’ Assembly.

Trojans look to continue hot start

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:20:14 +0000

USC returns home to face Akron after defeating Long Beach State on the road.

No. 1 USC tries to extend 30-match winning streak

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:13:08 +0000

The Trojans face San Diego State and San Diego at home after a month on the road.

USC begins Pac-12 championships

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:12:23 +0000

The Women of Troy sit in third after the first day of action. Hosszu wins 200-yard freestyle.

Roundup

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:11:35 +0000

The following incidents were reported in the USC Dept. of Public Safety incident summary from Wednesday, Feb. 22. View Roundup 02-24 in a larger map Crimes against a person At 9:17 p.m., two suspects approached two non-USC females who were walking near Vermont Avenue and 37th Place and one of them forcibly grabbed a purse [...]

Struggling Trojans falter in Tucson

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:10:47 +0000

Despite freshman guard Byron Wesley’s 18 points, USC loses its fifth consecutive game and falls to 1-14 in Pac-12 play.

Women of Troy take care of Arizona

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:10:06 +0000

Led by senior guard Ashley Corral’s 17 points, USC uses a strong second half to pull away from the Wildcats at the Galen Center.

Tee Martin joins USC coaching staff

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:07:02 +0000

The former Tennessee star will be coach Lane Kiffin’s new wide receivers coach.

Taking a look at the Gilbreath-Corral legacy

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 07:06:17 +0000

Cheryl Miller, Lisa Leslie, Tina Thompson, Cynthia Cooper, Paula and Pam McGee. Those names put USC women’s basketball on the map, and back in the 1980s, you could synonymously link the program to major success: back-to-back NCAA championships in 1983 and 1984, five Pac-10 conference titles and four appearances in the Final Four. All six [...]

Military film Act of Valor doesn’t live up to its name

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 06:13:32 +0000

Quality performances and an intriguing plotline are missing in action in Act of Valor.

Underground indie band makes its mark

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 06:11:41 +0000

With the release of Reptilians and a spot on the Chronicle soundtrack, STRFKR is an on-the-rise band to watch out for.

Live shows demand reversion to basics

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 06:10:27 +0000

If people are enjoying live performances nowadays, it might be for all the wrong reasons. Somewhere along the line, live performances have become more about theatrics than about vocal talent. In other words, what gets people talking now is cool dancing and light shows. It is, however, worth noting that lights, pyrotechnics and dancing are [...]

Should the US allow more oil drilling?

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:49:27 +0000

Though alternative energy is important, American citizens are hurting right now — it’s time to tap into U.S. natural resources.

Should the US allow more oil drilling?

rpflores — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 03:46:42 +0000

The government must not authorize the Keystone XL oil pipeline. Bolstering alternative energy is more important in the long run.

Reviewing Chris Brown and Rihanna’s collaborations

mcaskey — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:58:19 +0000

Despite the unease that comes with saying this, it seemed like it was only a matter of time until Rihanna and Chris Brown were collaborating on good terms again in the music business. They each released a remix featuring the other on February 20th, Rihanna’s 24th birthday. The songs were Rihanna’s “Birthday Cake” from her album [...]

Classifieds – February 23

brundage — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 08:30:52 +0000

The Daily Trojan features Classified advertising in each day's edition. Here you can read, search, and even print out each day's edition of the Classifieds.

Seeds salad chef came to ’SC during recession

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:28:02 +0000

Seeds’ Paul Linaman bounced back from unemployment and might pursue graduate school.

Roundup

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:26:36 +0000

The following incidents were reported in the USC Dept. of Public Safety daily incident log between Sunday, Feb. 20, and Monday, Feb. 21. View Roundup 02-23 in a larger map Crimes against property At 5:05 p.m. on Feb, 20, a suspect smashed the passenger-side window of a car on Jefferson Boulevard and Royal Street to [...]

Local students display artwork in UV food court

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:24:26 +0000

Fischer Museum showcases pieces from K to 5 students in the USC Family of Schools.

Poet, activist discusses life and lessons

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:22:30 +0000

Professor Niki Giovanni is the third USC Levan Institute distinguished speaker.

Actions and words

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:21:40 +0000

Faye Espiritu (right), a sophomore majoring in business administration, talks about Spirits in Action to business administration majors Andrew Pince (left), a junior, and Jason Jaban (middle), a sophomore, on Wednesday along Trousdale Parkway.

Redistricting proposed along campus border

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:20:36 +0000

The proposed plan would put all off-campus buildings in District 8 and campus in District 9.

No. 2 USC faces No. 6 Hawai’i in MPSF battle

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:07:50 +0000

Riding a six-match winning streak, USC will look to win its 12th in a row over the Wahine.

Women of Troy begin five-game homestand

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:06:52 +0000

USC faces Cal and UCSB after making it to the semi-finals of the ITA Championships.

Trojan snow sports set sights on national title

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:05:48 +0000

The team’s 120 members head to Maine in March in a bid to win a championship.

Trojans annually dominate NFL draft

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:04:03 +0000

Tailback U? USC should probably call itself NFL U. It might actually be more accurate. The NFL’s annual scouting combine began Tuesday in Indianapolis, where the country’s best talent will meet in hopes of raising its draft stock. Seven Trojans will participate in the combine, among them offensive tackle Matt Kalil, defensive end Nick Perry [...]

Women of Troy making late tournament push

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:03:14 +0000

After winning four of its last six games, Michael Cooper’s squad faces Arizona Thursday.

Trojans head to Tucson looking for win

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 07:01:34 +0000

With only four games remaining, USC will try to win its second conference game.

Design school celebrates creative forces behind film

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:25:59 +0000

The Art of Motion Picture Design at FIDM showcases an assortment of film costumes.

Cultural stigmas limit comic book audience

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:24:08 +0000

When people think of comics, most unfortunately hold very dated and cliché views of the medium. That’s why so many articles and superhero movie reviews have the trite words “Pow!” “Wham!” “Bam!” headlines. This has some unfortunate consequences: Parents taking their kids to very mature films like The Dark Knight or Watchmen, for example, because [...]

Haute Highlights

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:22:51 +0000

Eat Your Art Out V Titmouse, Inc. Saturday Feb. 25, 7-11 p.m. Roller derby and a 1920s carnival — enough said. This thrilling combo will become your reality should you choose to attend the Angel City Derby Girls’ Eat Your Art Out V, an annual art showcase and auction to raise money to host derby [...]

Professor dishes on this year’s Oscars

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 06:18:37 +0000

Though Oscar nominations have been much discussed, noted USC film professor Drew Casper has his own take on the awards.

Students definitely don’t overuse sarcasm

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 05:42:58 +0000

Technically speaking, sarcasm isn’t a word that ends in ‘-ism.’ I realize readers care deeply about my adherence to my column’s theme. Please forgive me. It’s just that sarcasm is everywhere. This form of humor is especially popular with blasé college students. Did someone just recount a mundane anecdote? Cool story, bro. Are you about [...]

Career fair overlooks liberal arts

rpflores — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 05:41:34 +0000

USC hosts many fairs, but underclassmen and liberal arts majors still feel left out.

Podcast: Q&A with Mikey Geragos and Vinnie Prasad

acenas — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 02:47:27 +0000

News editor Rachel Bracker sits down with Mikey Geragos and Vinnie Prasad, winners of the USG presidential election, to talk about their plans for next year and how they reacted when they heard the results. Download MP3

Matt Kalil prepares for NFL combine

cstepney — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:36:58 +0000

Former USC left tackle Matt Kalil gears up for the 2012 NFL draft amid rumors of a top-10 draft pick. Kalil, who elected to leave USC a year early in favor of a career in the NFL, begins training at the scouting combine today with roughly 320 other professional potentials. He follows in the footsteps [...]

Vans Warped Tour Kick-Off tickets now on sale

mcaskey — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 19:23:15 +0000

Tickets for the 2012 Vans Warped Tour Kick-Off Party went on sale Saturday. Vans Warped Tour is a summer music festival that travels around the United States and Canada with over 100 bands in its line-up. The kick-off party will be at Club Nokia in downtown L.A. on March 29, with performances by Falling in [...]

Michael Fassbender reunites with Ridley Scott on ‘The Counselor’

mcaskey — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:50:26 +0000

Prometheus, the film that brought Ridley Scott and Michael Fassbender together, isn’t due for release until June 8, but the director and actor have already agreed upon their next project together. The Counselor, an originally screenplay from acclaimed writer, Cormac McCarthy, will reunite the duo together. The film is being labeled as “No Country for Old [...]

Classifieds – February 22

brundage — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:30:50 +0000

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Professor discusses role of religion in 2012 election

rpflores — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:31:28 +0000

USC’s Political Science Department and Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies hosts a lecture.

Roundup

rpflores — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:30:05 +0000

The following incidents were reported in the USC Dept. of Public Safety daily incident report log between Saturday, Feb. 18, and Monday, Feb. 20. View Roundup 02-22 in a larger map Crimes against property At 1:31 p.m. on Feb. 18, retail unit officers observed a student who works at the Pertusati University Bookstore pick up [...]

Geragos, Prasad win USG presidential race

rpflores — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 07:27:34 +0000

Mikey Geragos and Vinnie Prasad will be sworn into office at the beginning of April.

Women of Troy complete sweep of UCLA

rpflores — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:55:27 +0000

The victory puts USC in fourth place in the conference with four games remaining.