Events Archives

May 13

Line of students in commencement robes and caps, with two of them at the front holding signs that depict the degrees they are graduating with. One says "MALTA" and the other says "MASAM."

Insights from the Class of 2023

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Events, Featured

We recently asked the graduating Class of 2023 what they would want other young people to know about gerontology and working with older adults. Here's what they shared with us.

May 12

Group of students seated with their backs to the camera

USC Leonard Davis School Celebrates Class of 2023

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Events, Featured

The USC Leonard Davis School honored over 200 graduates during its 2023 commencement ceremony on Friday, May 12.

Nov 16

Illustration of a woman throughout her lifetime, first as a baby and then ending as an old woman

Interventions to Improve Late-Life Health & Longevity Must Begin in Early Life, Says Noted Researcher

By Orli Belman Demography, Events, Featured, Health and Wellness, Honors and Awards

Terrie Moffitt of Duke University delivers the 2021 Esther and Isadore Kesten Memorial Lecture.

Nov 09

USC Leonard Davis Researchers Present During 2021 GSA Annual Meeting

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Events

The 2021 Gerontological Society of America Annual Scientific Meeting, taking place virtually this year, will feature symposia, posters and papers featuring expertise from USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology faculty, postdoctoral and student researchers. Below is a table listing USC Leonard Davis presenters; for more details and the full conference…

Oct 11

Aerial image of students at USC's 2020-21 Commencement at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum

A Commencement Like No Other

By Beth Newcomb Events, Students

During physically distanced ceremonies held twice daily from May 14 through 20, 2021, more than 36,000 diplomas were conferred to USC graduates in the classes of 2020 and 2021, including more than 400 graduates of the USC Leonard Davis School.

Sep 24

Event cover for The Voices of Young Caregivers in the Digital Age Event

Register for the The Voices of Young Caregivers in the Digital Age Event

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Events

The event will be taking place on October 1, 2021 from 4pm-7pm PDT online and in the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology Auditorium.

May 21

Gerson Galdamez, PhD ’20, aims to improve aging policy and services in Los Angeles and beyond

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Events, Featured, Students

Galdamez says his years at the Leonard Davis School have provided him with many incredible experiences both inside and outside of the classroom, including opportunities to travel and engage in policymaking and foundation work.

May 15

Class of 2020 Spotlight: Kelly Norton, MAG

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Events, Students

Kelly Norton MAG '20 got an unexpected firsthand experience in caregiving that not only taught her the importance of supporting caregivers but also showcased her strength and dedication.

May 15

Class of 2020 Spotlight: Tari Williams, MAASM

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Events, Students

From working as a resident assistant to leading as the vice president of the USC Student Gerontology Association, Tari Williams has found her experiences at USC to be incredibly impactful in shaping her future career in the gerontology field.

Nov 18