The USC Leonard Davis School celebrated the members of its largest-ever graduating class on May 13, 2022.
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A gerontology graduate learns prevention is the best medicine. Alexandra Firestone plans to become a doctor and to promote healthy habits for all ages
Alexandra Firestone, BS '22 aims to enhance the aging experience and promote longevity.

MSNHL grad has a recipe for helping others through food. Ahmicqui Bribiescas-Page plans to become a registered dietitian who connects health, culture and nutrition
Ahmicqui Bribiescas-Page, MSNHL '22 plans to help people by pursuing a career in nutrition and dietetics.

Mark Reisman is invested in building vibrant communities for older adults. Real estate CEO adds master’s in gerontology to his portfolio
Mark Reisman, MASLH '22 sees a clear path forward for his career in the senior living industry.

A rock star’s new gig: expert in aging. Brett Anderson aims to use her master’s in gerontology to be of service to older adults
Brett Anderson, MSG '22 shares what inspired her to study gerontology, her plans after graduation and more.

Alumna Adria Navarro Receives Prestigious Fulbright Scholar Award
2011 PhD in Gerontology graduate will research the role of social workers in evaluating older adults’ capacity to make decisions.

Where Gerontology Meets TV Production: A Master’s Student’s Mashup
Tim Deal MSG is passionate about both gerontology and TV production. His path has taken him between the two. The sweet spot is where they intersect.

Labor of Love: COVID-19 Made it Clear We Need to Care for Caregivers
The pandemic kept kids home from school and upended the workplace, placing Americans who care for aging family members under even more pressure.

New Book Provides Lessons in Senior Living Leadership
Inspired by a popular class, Paths to Leadership in the Senior Living Industry, edited by Edward Schneider and Matthew Lifschultz MAASM '18, collects the wisdom of top senior living leaders.

Q&A with PhD in Gerontology Grad Carly Roman
Carly Roman PhD '21 wants to combine research and practice to ensure that older adults have opportunities to feel valued and stay socially connected.