Authenticity in times of COVID-19
Research Professor of Communication and Journalism, Norman Lear Chair in Entertainment, Media and Society and Director of the Norman Lear Center Martin Kaplan was quoted in an article discussing Disney’s live-action Snow White, starring Rachel Zegler, which has become one of the studio’s most controversial projects, sparking debates over casting, story changes, and cultural relevance, raising questions about its fate at the box office.
Research from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative was mentioned in an article highlighting the news that women now star in as many films as men.
Part-Time Lecturer of Communication Julianna Kirschner was quoted in an article discussing the #TeslaTakeDown movement, driven by opposition to Elon Musk, which has gained momentum on social media, causing Tesla’s stock to drop by 15%.
Adjunct Lecturer Daniel Schnur was quoted in a story about Katie Porter’s candidacy for governor of California.
Professor of Communication Jonathan D. Aronson was quoted in a story discussing the impact of the Trump administration’s tariffs on local businesses in California.
Music industry research from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative was mentioned in an article on She Is The Music's inaugural Women Sharing the Spotlight event.
Associate Professor of Communication and Founder of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative Stacy L. Smith was mentioned along with research from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative in an article about She is the Music's "Women Sharing the Spotlight" event.
Associate Professor of Journalism and Communication and Director of the Charlotta Bass Journalism and Justice Lab Allissa V. Richardson was quoted in an article about the USC Charlotta Bass Journalism and Justice Lab's "An evening with Brittney Griner" event, including the presentation of the Charlotta Bass Media Trailblazer Award, of which Griner was the third awardee.
Associate Professor of Communication and Founder of the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative Stacy L. Smith and research from the USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative were mentioned in an article about their Inclusion in the Music Business report.
The USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative and the Initiative's Founder and Associate Professor of Communication Stacy L. Smith were featured in an article about their "Inclusion in the Music Business" study.
Professor of Professional Practice of Journalism and Director of USC Annenberg’s Media Center Christina Bellantoni was interviewed about the tensions between the Trump administration and the White House press corps.