Top stories of 2023
From an inspiring gift naming our DEI center to a special visit from a Trojan superstar, here are a selection of the most-viewed stories of 2023.
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News
The design that brings characters to life
Six artists at the top of their fields met to discuss the world of design and the costumes, makeup and visual effects that make characters jump off the screen.
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Student Group Spotlight: Black Art Collective
The Black Art Collective has already organized a dizzying array of educational workshops and productions aimed at centering Black voices and providing opportunities to USC’s Black artists.
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2023 Fall Alumni Celebration
The 2023 Fall Alumni Celebration gave members of the Trojan Family a chance to reconnect and honored alum Richard G. Weinberg with the SDA Alumni Service Award.
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Alumni Q&A: Summer Grubaugh BFA ’16
For our Alumni Q&A series, Summer Grubaugh BFA ’16 talks about her new role as SDA’s Alumni Relations Manager, staying connected after graduation and what makes the Trojan Family so special.
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Delving into the world of directing
The year’s first Multihyphenate Masterclass featured a 2-time Emmy winner and a Sundance Grand Jury finalist dispensing advice and wisdom on directing.
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For incoming USC students, a taste of the Liberation Arts
The Liberation Arts Company uses Theatre of the Oppressed techniques to train people how to handle tough situations. This year they performed for incoming students at the Welcome Trojans Experience.
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At the School of Dramatic Arts, October is for Good Neighbors
For nearly three decades, SDA, the USC Good Neighbors Campaign and 24th STreet Theatre have teamed up to make a difference in South LA.
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Faculty Q&A: Ann Closs-Farley
Faculty member Ann Closs-Farley talks about fashion and identity, USC’s new fashion minor and how to make a killer Halloween costume.
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Annual industry insider panel gives Trojan Families a glimpse into their students’ future
A panel of industry insiders shared their unique journeys into the arts and entertainment industry as part of Trojan Family Weekend.
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