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USC DPS during pandemic
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Patrolling a pandemic

The campuses may be largely empty, but USC’s public safety officers and support staff remain hard at work. Find out from them what it’s like to keep the university safe during this very unusual time.

Keck Medicine of USC’s employee health team
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Caring for those who care

Meet the dedicated crew that works behind the scenes to look after those on the COVID-19 front lines: USC’s physicians, nurses and other medical workers.

Mindful USC Stefanie Neumeier
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Helping Trojans cope

Students, professors and staff members flock to USC’s free mindfulness classes to learn to meditate and build compassion and kindness. The goal: easing strain spurred by the coronavirus.

micrograph of SARS-CoV-2 virus particles
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New coronavirus steps (4/3)

The university today announced steps to address the financial impact of COVID-19, including a pause in hiring and merit increases, senior leadership pay reductions, holding the first summer term classes online and more. Find the latest from President Carol L. Folt and her leadership team on the USC coronavirus website.