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March 21, 2019

Four stories to read this weekend, chosen by our editors

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Carol L. Folt to become USC's 12th president

Carol L. Folt to become USC's 12th president

Noted life scientist, teacher and academic leader Carol L. Folt will become USC's 12th president, the USC Board of Trustees announced. Formerly chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Folt will take office as USC's new president on July 1.

Bravo-USC Science and Engineering Fair paves path toward STEM careers

Bravo-USC Science and Engineering Fair paves path toward STEM careers

After months of hard work, dozens of students from Francisco Bravo Medical Magnet High School presented their original research projects at the annual Bravo-USC Science and Engineering Fair, vying for the opportunity to exhibit their findings at the upcoming Los Angeles County Science and Engineering Fair.

Commencement 2019: Eli, Edythe Broad to receive honorary degrees at USC ceremony

Commencement 2019: Eli, Edythe Broad to receive honorary degrees at USC ceremony

USC will recognize seven honorary degree candidates at the university's 136th commencement ceremony on the University Park Campus on May 10. Recipients will include U.S. Rep. Karen Bass and philanthropists Edythe and Eli Broad.

Is year-round daylight saving time a good idea? Maybe not

Is year-round daylight saving time a good idea? Maybe not

If you were yawning more than usual thanks to last week's switch to daylight saving time, you weren't alone. Much like the jet lag we experience after flying across time zones, losing an hour upsets our circadian rhythm.

Featured Event

Interfaith Vigil for Christchurch at HSC

Date: Thursday, March 21

Time: 5 p.m.

Host: University Religious Center

Location: USC School of Pharmacy (PSC) 108

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