College Choice names USC Leonard Davis School #1 Gerontology Program
USC’s Leonard Davis School of Gerontology has been ranked the #1 Gerontology Master’s program in the country.
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5 ways to reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s
In honor of Alzheimer’s Brain & Awareness Month, here are five healthy habits that may help you retain a sharp, healthy brain and reduce risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
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In Memoriam: Bruce Blomstrom
The USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology mourns the loss of Bruce Blomstrom, a member of the Board of Councilors.
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On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, 5 things everyone should know about elder abuse
USC experts provide insights about this important issue.
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Cultural understanding through crayons: art brings Jewish generations together
Dor Vador, a program funded by the Jewish Community Foundation of Los Angeles, aims to encourage understanding and enhance communication between children and the elderly in Los Angeles’ Jewish community.
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Student designers make everyday items and spaces safer and easier to use for all
The Morton Kesten Universal Design Competition recognizes extraordinary designs for products and spaces that make life easier for everyone, including older or disabled individuals.
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Why people become more prone to distraction with age
Changes to a brain network as we age may mean older adults have greater difficulty ignoring distractions while under stress, compared to younger adults.
Learn MoreApply to the Leonard Davis School
Ready to start your journey into the gerontology field? Find out how to apply to USC Leonard Davis School academic programs.
Learn MoreMeet the Dean
Read a welcome message from Pinchas Cohen, Dean of the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology and Executive Director of the Ethel Percy Andrus Gerontology Center.
Learn MoreSupport & Giving
Want to support innovative gerontology education, research, and service? Learn more about ways to contribute to the USC Leonard Davis School.
Learn MoreSummer Session 2018: Classes End
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Fall Semester 2018: Classes Begin
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2018 Morton Kesten Summit
Transforming Homes and Communities to Support Healthy Aging: Innovations and Visions for the Future The 2018 National Summit will explore developments in four key areas of supportive home environments: fall prevention, home modification, service connections, and technology. Presenters from across the country will report on developments in national, state, and local policy, research, and innovative […]
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“My career today would not have been the same without the Leonard Davis School of Gerontology.”
and a Master of Science in Gerontology
