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Educating leaders determined to improve the quality of life for people and their communities.

For over 90 years, the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy has defined excellence and innovation in public affairs education since 1929. The school ranks 3rd nationwide among 256 schools of public affairs, according to U.S. News & World Report’s “America’s Best Graduate Schools.”

The USC Price School is dedicated to education and research that advances society through better democratic governance, more effective social policy, and sustainable urban development. Its faculty and research centers tackle critical societal issues involving health policy and economics, collaborative governance, environment and sustainability, housing policy, nonprofits and philanthropy, mass emergencies and terrorism, economic development, inequality and equity, transportation, immigration, and globalization, among others. Its graduates shape our world as leaders in government, nonprofit agencies, and the private sector. Through a time-honored commitment to public service, a legacy of strong connections to professional leaders, and a world-renowned research portfolio, the mission of the USC Price School is to improve the quality of life for people and their communities, here and abroad.

10/29/2026

What if preventing campus violence begins not with punishment, but with care and connection?

USC Price alumna Kelly Busta is taking on a leading role in USC’s Office of Threat Assessment and Management, where she helps identify concerning behavior, assess potential risks and connect people in crisis with support.

Her work demonstrates why early reporting and coordinated intervention matter: they can protect the university community while helping individuals receive care before a situation escalates.

Read the full story to learn how Busta is helping create a safer, more supportive USC community here: https://uscprice.page/4yQmO8T

10/29/2026

You don’t have to drive a diesel vehicle to feel the pinch at the pump.

Record-high diesel prices could ripple through California’s economy, raising the cost of transporting the goods we all rely on.

Speaking with NBC LA, USC Price Professor Marlon Boarnet explains how rising fuel costs squeeze an already slim-margin trucking industry—and what that could mean for consumers across the state.

Watch the clip to learn why diesel prices matter for your wallet: https://uscprice.page/4idCrCb

10/28/2026

Could California’s proposed billionaire tax deliver lasting healthcare relief? The details matter.

USC Price Professor Glenn Melnick weighs in on the proposal, cautioning that ballot measures can leave room for funds to be used differently over time.

The debate raises questions about how much revenue would reach healthcare services, when it would arrive and how lawmakers would allocate it—with consequences for patients and providers across California.

Read the article to explore the promise and uncertainty behind the proposal: https://uscprice.page/4e3gdAm

10/28/2026

What prepares someone to solve public problems—and what can future leaders learn from those already doing the work?

California State Assemblyman Al Muratsuchi joined Professor William Leach’s PPD 225 “Solving Public Problems” class at USC Price to discuss his path from civil rights attorney and school board leader to state legislator.

Through student questions and reflections on his career, Muratsuchi explored how professional experience shapes legislative work and why varied perspectives matter in government.

The visit continued USC Price’s tradition of connecting students directly with policymakers, helping them explore how their own skills and interests can contribute to public service.

Read the full story: https://uscprice.page/4imX0uG

10/28/2026

Great food, familiar faces and plenty of Trojan spirit! ✌️❤️💛

Earlier this month, USC Price welcomed our community back for our annual Homecoming Tailgate. Thank you to everyone who joined us to reconnect and celebrate!

Whether you missed the festivities or want to find a photo of yourself, explore our Flickr album for highlights from the day: https://www.flickr.com/photos/uscsppd/albums/72177720336105822

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10/27/2026

What would a “yes” or “no” vote actually mean? 🗳️

With one week until Election Day on November 3, California’s ballot propositions can be a lot to unpack.

CalMatters.org’s nonpartisan voter guide breaks down the statewide measures and the arguments for and against them so you can make your own informed decisions.

Explore the guide: https://calmatters.org/california-voter-guide-2026/propositions/

10/27/2026

Who’s representing patients when the FDA reviews new drugs?

USC Price Professor Genevieve Kanter is raising questions about industry ties that may go unseen. Her team’s study found that nearly 40% of FDA advisory committee meetings included a patient or consumer representative with active ties to a pharmaceutical industry-funded advocacy organization.

Kanter says these relationships deserve closer scrutiny, as undisclosed ties could leave the public—and even the FDA—unaware of potential industry influence.

Read the full article to learn what her research reveals about transparency and patient representation: https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-10-21/fda-patient-consumer-reps-often-tied-to-pharma-funded-groups

10/27/2026

The votes will be in. What comes next for public policy and American democracy?

Join USC President Beong-Soo Kim and New York Times opinion writers Frank Bruni and Bret Stephens for a timely post-midterm discussion exploring the election’s implications, the policy choices ahead and the possibilities for dialogue across differences.

Hosted by the USC Open Dialogue Project in collaboration with USC Price, this conversation brings questions central to public policy into focus: how institutions earn trust, how leaders navigate disagreement and how citizens help shape our democracy.

Open to all Trojans. Audience Q&A will follow.
Register here: https://events.usc.edu/esvp/code/odp1109

10/23/2026

Last week, prospective applicants joined current students, faculty and alumni at USC Price’s Fall Mixer to get to know our community. Hear what brought them to Price and what stood out about their experience!

Thank you to everyone who attended! We loved connecting with you and learning about your goals.

Ready to take the next step? Apply by November 1 for:
• Fall 2027 undergraduate Early Action or Early Decision admission
• Spring 2027 admission to the Master of Public Administration or Master of Urban Planning programs (domestic applicants)
• Spring 2027 admission to the online Master of Public Administration or online Executive Master of Health Administration programs

🔗 Review application deadlines and apply: https://priceschool.usc.edu/admission/application-deadlines/

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10/22/2026

🎉 Join us in congratulating USC Price Professor Elizabeth Currid-Halkett on her appointment to USC President Beong-Soo Kim’s Faculty Advisory Committee!

The committee brings together faculty from across USC to share their perspectives and ideas with President Kim on advancing academic excellence at the university.

We’re excited to see Professor Currid-Halkett bring her expertise and perspective to this important university-wide initiative. Congratulations, Professor Currid-Halkett! 👏

🔗 Learn more about the committee: https://www.president.usc.edu/presidential-initiatives/faculty-advisory-committee/

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