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USC valedictorian Asna Tabassum stands by views that got her barred as graduation speaker

I stand by exactly what I stand by. It is the very values and the very lessons USC taught me that I stand by,” Asna Tabassum told KABC-TV Wednesday. read more

NFL draft: USC’s Caleb Williams selected by Bears with No. 1 pick

LOS ANGELES — By the time the Bears sent out an armada to USC’s Pro Day, general manager Ryan Poles shaking Caleb Williams’ parents hands and newly-acquired receiver Keenan Allen watching intently, ... read more

Arrests at University of Southern California amid Gaza war protests nationwide; campus closed

The University of Southern California also closed its campus Wednesday evening following clashes between Los Angeles police and pro-Palestinian protesters. read more

USC cancels all commencement speakers amid valedictorian speech controversy

USC has canceled all commencement speakers for this year’s graduation ceremony amid controversy surrounding the revocation of the university’s valedictorian speech. “Given the highly ... read more

Astrology shaped my time at USC

Once again, it’s almost Taurus season, which is still my favorite time of year. This year, it’s starting off with a bang as Saturday brings the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books, the spring football ... read more

USC canceled its valedictorian’s remarks. Does the decision promote public safety — or hurt free speech?

The University of Southern California will no longer allow its valedictorian to give a speech at graduation this spring due to security concerns related to the Israel-Hamas war. read more

USC cancels valedictorian’s commencement speech, citing safety concerns

Amid complaints about alleged antisemitic views posted online, USC’s valedictorian will not be permitted to deliver a speech at the university’s commencement ceremony due to concerns about security, ... read more

USC cancels commencement speech by class valedictorian

The University of Southern California, citing security concerns related to the Israel-Hamas war, canceled the commencement speech by class valedictorian Asna Tabassum, following complaints of ... read more

USC cancels speech by pro-Palestinian valedictorian, citing safety concerns

Several organizations raised concerns over the student's online posts, but the move was immediately condemned by a prominent Muslim group. read more

USC cancels main stage commencement ceremony amid protests sweeping across US college campuses

The announcement to cancel USC’s main stage ceremony comes after more than 90 people were arrested following campus protests ... read more

USC spring game takeaways

Each QB, Miller Moss, Jayden Maiava, and Jake Jensen, all threw an interception, Moss ending with two total. DeCarlos Nicholson hauled in the first INT off of Maiava. On the very next play, freshman ... read more

USC valedictorian’s speech canceled amid allegations of antisemitism

The University of Southern California has canceled its valedictorian’s speech due to safety issues after pro-Israel groups accused her of being antisemitic. read more