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February 14, 2019


Four stories to read this weekend, chosen by our editors

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Wanda Austin addresses campus at State of the University

Wanda Austin addresses campus at State of the University

USC Interim President Wanda Austin highlighted the university's assets and offered encouragement for the future during the annual State of the University address, held on both the Health Sciences and University Park campuses.

Physical therapy researcher strives to reduce pitching injuries

Physical therapy researcher strives to reduce pitching injuries

While baseball fans rejoice about pitchers and catchers reporting this week, one physical therapy researcher is happy for a different reason. Lori Michener from the USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy received a grant to study college athletes and ways to prevent the need for Tommy John surgery.

Caryn Lerman announced as USC Norris director

Caryn Lerman announced as USC Norris director

The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center will have a new director effective March 15 when Caryn Lerman, PhD, takes the helm. Lerman has extensive experience leading cancer centers and programs, and is nationally recognized for her cancer prevention research, according to a recent announcement.

Surgeons, cardiologists unite to send patient back outdoors

Surgeons, cardiologists unite to send patient back outdoors

A decade ago, Robert Turek was in perfect health — until, suddenly, he wasn't. Today, though, he's back in the outdoors thanks to the strong teamwork between the cardiologists and cardiac surgeons at Keck Medicine of USC.

Featured Event

Keck Medicine of USC

Date: Wednesday, Feb. 20 and Thursday, Feb. 21

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Event: "All-Staff Meeting," Rod Hanners and Shawn Sheffield

Location: Soto II, 2902/2904 on Wednesday; Aresty Auditorium on Thursday

Info: Space is limited, lunch will be provided.

Find more campus events at hscnews.usc.edu/calendar-of-events/.

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