Media Highlights

The Los Angeles Times
‘Not even close’: Hochman’s lead over Gascón grows to 30% in new D.A.’s race poll
October 8, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in an article on a recent poll that shows that past president of the L.A. City Ethics Commission and assistant U.S. attorney general Nathan Hochman has extended his lead over incumbent District Attorney George Gascón.

Business Insider
Kamala Harris wants voters to know she owns a Glock. Talking about guns on the campaign trail is no accident, experts say.
October 8, 2024

Professor of Communication Jonathan D. Aronson was quoted in an article about Vice President Kamala Harris's comments during an interview where she identified herself as a responsible gun owner. 

Spectrum News 1
Sen. JD Vance, Gov. Tim Walz square off in vice presidential debate
October 1, 2024

Professor of Professional Practice of Journalism and USC Annenberg's Media Center Director Christina Bellantoni and Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur were interviewed about the vice presidential debate and the presidential race.

Valdosta CEO
Communication Breakdown: 61% of Employees Unlikely to Stay in their Job Cite Poor Communication Among Top Reasons
October 1, 2024

Professor of Professional Practice of Journalism and USC Annenberg Center for Public Relations Director Fred Cook was quoted in an article about a USC Annenberg and Staffbase report that highlights the critical role of internal communication in retention and engagement for employees. 

Reuters
Path for control of US House runs through heavily Democratic California
September 30, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Steve Caplan was quoted in an article about campaigns for California seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Observer
Volunteers Are Difference-Making Cogs In The Election Machinery
September 25, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was quoted in an article about how volunteers play a crucial role in shaping political campaigns.

Axios
Latino creators need more access to the gaming industry, advocates say
September 24, 2024

A USC Annenberg study led by Professor of Communication Dmitri Williams on diversity in video game characters was mentioned. 

Forbes
Fake Social Media Accounts Spread Harris-Trump Debate Misinformation
September 13, 2024

Part-Time Lecturer of Communication Julianna Kirschner was quoted in a story about misinformation on social media following the presidential debate. 

Spectrum News 1 SoCal
Inside the Issues
September 12, 2024

Adjunct Instructor Daniel Schnur was interviewed about the presidential election and the implications of this week’s debate.

Deadline
Jason George & Todd Grinnell Take A Page From Norman Lear’s Book, Unpacking Systemic Racism In Video From Hollywood Health & Society — Watch
September 11, 2024

A new video from the USC Annenberg Norman Lear Center’s Hollywood Health & Society program unpacking systemic racism with Jason George and Todd Grinnell was featured. 

The Hollywood Reporter
DEI Departments May Be Closing, But These 40 Hollywood Heavyweights Are Still Agitating for Change
September 11, 2024

Associate Professor of Communication and Founder of the Annenberg Inclusion Initiative Stacy L. Smith was mentioned in a story about increasing inclusion in the industry despite economic and social headwinds.

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