William Tierney
University Professor Emeritus USC Rossier School of Education Dr. William G. Tierney had a four-decade career that has profoundly shaped higher education worldwide. A visionary… Read More »William Tierney
Awards
Kenneth Nealson
Kenneth Nealson Wrigley Chair in Environmental Studies Professor of Earth Sciences and Biological Sciences USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Kenneth Nealson has… Read More »Kenneth Nealson
Andrew McMahon
Professor and Chair of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine USC Keck School of Medicine Andrew (Andy) McMahon is a pioneer in mouse genetics who… Read More »Andrew McMahon
Amy Lee
Professor Emeritus Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine USC Keck School of Medicine Dr. Amy Lee joined the USC Keck School of Medicine in 1979 as an… Read More »Amy Lee
2026 Lifetime Achievement Award
Amy Lee Professor Emeritus Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine USC Keck School of Medicine Dr. Lee’s research focus was on the endoplasmic reticulum stress chaperone protein… Read More »2026 Lifetime Achievement Award
Robert Rueda
Robert Rueda inspires educators everywhere with his dedication to advancing opportunities forlearners of all backgrounds. A renowned scholar in educational psychology and literacydevelopment, he has… Read More »Robert Rueda
Leo Braudy
An acclaimed historian and film critic, Leo Braudy has profoundly shaped the study of fame,personal identity, and American culture. His writing bridges literature, art history,… Read More »Leo Braudy
Estela Mara Bensimon
A lifelong trailblazer, Estela Mara Bensimon has transformed higher education through hertireless efforts to address racial inequity among marginalized groups. As the founding director ofUSC’s… Read More »Estela Mara Bensimon
Norman Arnheim
An innovator in genetics and molecular biology, Norman Arnheim has profoundly shaped ourunderstanding of the human genome. He revolutionized genetic research as a co-director of… Read More »Norman Arnheim
USC Dornsife scholar Peggy Kamuf elected to the British Academy
The USC Dornsife Professor Emerita of French and Italian and Comparative Literature is recognized for her “distinguished and continuing achievements in original research.” via USC… Read More »USC Dornsife scholar Peggy Kamuf elected to the British Academy
John Slaughter
Dr. Slaughter has been a pioneer in science and education for more than half a century, resulting in extensive and long-lasting contributions to engineering as… Read More »John Slaughter
Michael Stallcup
Dr. Stallcup excelled in teaching, research, and service to the Keck School of Medicine and the scientific community.
Pierrette Hondagneu-Sotelo
Dr. Pierrette Hondagneu-Sotelo is an internationally renowned scholar who has demonstrated exceptional achievement and a lifetime of scholarly contributions to the study of international migration,… Read More »Pierrette Hondagneu-Sotelo
Dr. Bradley Williams
We congratulate and thank Brad Williams, emeritus professor of clinical pharmacy at the USC School of Pharmacy for his dedicated service to our USC retiree… Read More »Dr. Bradley Williams
Dr. Patrick K. Tabon
We congratulate and thank Patrick K. Tabon, PharmD, assistant professor of clinical pharmacy for his dedicated service to our USC retiree community. He and his… Read More »Dr. Patrick K. Tabon
Dr. Douglas C. Basil, Ph.D.
May 30, 1923 – December 20, 2022 A truly amazing Renaissance man, Dr. Douglas Constantine Basil, passed away at his home surrounded by his family… Read More »Dr. Douglas C. Basil, Ph.D.
Spotlight: RFA President Jerry Walker
At the recent Annual Retiree Community Holiday Breakfast, RFA President Jerry Walker was presented with the Robert P. Biller Award for service to USC. The… Read More »Spotlight: RFA President Jerry Walker
Alexander Sawchuk
Professor Alexander “Sandy” Sawchuk is a Professor Emeritus of Electrical and Computer Engineering in the Viterbi School of Engineering.
Deborah MacInnis
Professor Deborah MacInnis has been an outstanding scholar with a devotion to developing and disseminating knowledge about consumer behavior and marketing at USC for almost… Read More »Deborah MacInnis
Margaret Lazzari
Margaret Lazzari is an established painter, writer, and Professor Emerita of Art at the University of Southern California’s Roski School of Art and Design.