Alumni Stories

May 09

Mentorship, hard work fuels transformation from “shy and terrified” lab newcomer to award-winning scientist

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Featured, Honors and Awards, Student Profile, Students

In just two years, USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology student Maria Oorloff, a graduating senior in human development and aging, went from having almost no experience with science to being honored for her research and academic achievements.

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.

Jan 08

Portrait of Wm and Anita Jeung seated on a couch

Jeung Family Donates Estate Gift to Support Biology of Aging Research in Women

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Cultural Affairs, Giving, Research

Anita and William Jeung, both graduates of the USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, recently donated via their estate a very generous gift to support biology of aging research in women.

Nov 01

Television Producer Earns Master of Arts in Gerontology to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Alzheimer's and Dementia, Featured

Alexandra Gleysteen spent a career producing television news stories. With a master’s in gerontology, she’s working to prevent Alzheimer’s disease in women.

Oct 17

Portrait of Sally Duplantier smiling and sitting in a living room

Model for Healthy Aging: Student Earns Master of Science in Gerontology at Age 68

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alumni, Featured, Health and Wellness

Sally Duplantier founded her second company, Zing, and earned a Master of Science in Gerontology in her 60s. Her goal is to help older adults age better.

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.

Alumni Stories

Mentorship, hard work fuels transformation from “shy and terrified” lab newcomer to award-winning scientist

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

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

Passion, Hard Work & Determination

Jeung Family Donates Estate Gift to Support Biology of Aging Research in Women

Television Producer Earns Master of Arts in Gerontology to Fight Alzheimer’s Disease

Model for Healthy Aging: Student Earns Master of Science in Gerontology at Age 68

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

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