Careers in Aging Archives

Mar 16

Financial Gerontologist Seeks Meaning in Work, Academia and Volunteerism

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Careers in Aging, Featured

With training in financial planning and gerontology, Daniel Hutcherson strives to help investors be financially independent and plan for care as they age.

Jan 30

Berenice Benayoun portrait by Stephanie Kleinman

Bérénice Benayoun Shares Perspective on the Future of Aging Research

By Beth Newcomb Careers in Aging, In the News, Q&A

USC Leonard Davis faculty member joins other renowned aging scientists for a Q&A celebrating the fifth anniversary of the journal Nature Aging.

Nov 25

Alumnus Dorice Redman, Rigo Saborio, and Lindsey Holmes

USC Leonard Davis Alumni Embrace the Unexpected

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Careers in Aging, Featured

Three graduates share how making the most of unusual opportunities led them to unique careers in aging.

Jan 14

Margarita Khachatryan, James Kordenbrock and Lindsey Klebenow

Alumni Providing Care and Pursuing Change

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Careers in Aging, Caregiving, COVID-19, School Culture

Three USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology master’s graduates use their expertise and leadership not only to care for older adults but also to advocate for better aging policies.

Apr 29

Master of Science in Gerontology Readies Student for Career in Global Public Health and Research

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Careers in Aging, Featured, Student Profile, Students

For Alexander Woodman, a Master of Science in Gerontology was an important step in becoming a leading health researcher in the Middle East.

Mar 27

From Researcher to Policy Advocate: PhD Graduate Shifts Gears to Improve Healthspan

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Careers in Aging, Featured

The typical path for many PhD students is a research career in academia, government or the private sector. Recent USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology graduate Brenda Eap, PhD chose a path less traveled — political advocacy.

Jan 10

Portrait of Shelby Bachman, Nichole Lighthall and Amin Haghani

Passion, Hard Work & Determination

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Alzheimer's and Dementia, Careers in Aging, Elder Abuse, Featured, Policy

How the sexes age differently, and what that might mean for scientists, doctors and patients.

Oct 16

Venture Capitalist Gains Confidence and Credibility From Dual MSG/MBA Degree

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Careers in Aging, Featured, Student Profile

A dual MSG/MBA degree merged Daniel Kaplan’s interests in gerontology and business. He now invests in solutions that bring equity to aging populations worldwide.

Sep 05

Graphic showing three older people atop 3D illustration, embossed mesh representing internet connections, cloud computing and neural network.

The Opportunity – and Necessity – of the “Longevity Economy”

By Beth Newcomb Careers in Aging, Demography, Featured, Technology

Groundbreaking entrepreneurship event brings together experts from throughout USC to discuss meeting the emerging needs of an aging population.

Nov 08

Personal Trainer and MA Student Sees Fitness as Key to Healthy Aging

By Beth Newcomb Careers in Aging, Courses, Featured, Student Profile, Students

Victor Wilson helps older adults improve their strength, flexibility and balance. With a Master of Arts in Gerontology, he’ll take his mission of healthy aging through fitness to a new level.