Money Always Talks

Did you know Max Nikias was still paid $1.27 million by USC in 2022? That was the most recent year USC’s tax returns are available. A vice president of communications made $900,000. The dean of the business school made $1.1 million. Andy Enfield made $3.74 million. Carol Folt made $3.37 million. USC pays handsomely. Even if you barely set foot on campus like Nikias. Continue reading Money Always Talks

If It’s Monday, There’s Still Campus News

Remember, USC used to routinely hold graduation at the Coliseum. This was in 1950 (a rare color photo from the time). This is interesting because the students who met with USC president Carol Folt twice last week told Annenberg Media they have a recording of Folt saying she “would never” impose academic consequences on the student protestors. “This wouldn’t be the first time Folt lied, … Continue reading If It’s Monday, There’s Still Campus News

Encampment Saga Ends Peacefully

Carol Folt has just patted herself on the back in an official statement on the removal of the encampment at Alumni Park. After LAPD arrived to clear the park, it ended early Sunday morning with no arrests and students leaving peacefully. It underscored (again) that USC really didn’t need to cancel the main graduation because unlike UCLA, it can pretty easily contain the entrances to … Continue reading Encampment Saga Ends Peacefully

Saturday Notes: USC In Beach Volleyball Final Vs. UCLA

It seems only a matter of time before Carol Folt clears Alumni Park of protestors. Folt sent out this statement: “Every part of our campuses, including Alumni Park, must be fully accessible.” Students hung a banner from Doheny Library this morning. Wire fences were installed between the library and Alumni Park, where the protestors are staying. The teams have met six times this season and … Continue reading Saturday Notes: USC In Beach Volleyball Final Vs. UCLA

USC Will Hold Graduation Event At Coliseum

USC announced tonight that it will hold a “Trojan Family Graduate Celebration” at the Coliseum on May 9 at 8:30 p.m. The event will include “drone shows, fireworks, surprise performances, the Trojan Marching Band and a special gift just for the Class of 2024.” Amazingly, Carol Folt said yesterday USC considered moving graduation to the Coliseum but it was already reserved. For what? It’s giving … Continue reading USC Will Hold Graduation Event At Coliseum