I spoke to a university administrator who has an office at the Bovard Administration Building (like Carol Folt) about the USC president’s strong support for a new soccer stadium. “There are some issues that you can say are pet projects or things important to her,” the administrator said. “One is sustainability issues. Another is Title IX. “You can really see examples of both on campus. … Continue reading It’s Clear What Carol Folt Priorities Are At USC

Whenever USC announces a project like the new $38 million soccer stadium, I hear from people in the athletic dept. who are being told to cut their budget or that there is no money to do certain things right now. Of course, $38 million is a snip when it has the total backing of Carol Folt. No worries about the Pac-12 cutting $4-6 million to … Continue reading New Stadium Overcomes Belt Tightening

USC announced plans to break ground on a $38 million dollar soccer stadium later this year that will seat 2,500 for games. It will also be the home for lacrosse games. The stadium will replace the existing field which is on the corner of Hoover and 30th streets. It will be called Rawlinson Stadium after the family of Los Angeles philanthropist Joseph Rawlinson, who was … Continue reading USC To Build 2,500-Seat Soccer Stadium