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Maintaining Standards for Human Subject Research

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To: Human Subject Researchers at USC

Human subject research at USC is designed to advance scientific understanding of human beings and the effects of interventions on human behavior, performance, disease and health. USC research is conducted within a framework of ethics, policies and regulations that protect human subjects, adhering to long established principles of informed consent.

My office recently investigated allegations on a particular study where research fell short of these principles. With this in mind, I am writing the research community with a few reminders:

  • Informed consent is our commitment to human subjects. We should not violate that consent, even when a study appears to be low risk and less than expected consent would be expedient.
  • The study team needs to be aware of and understand the informed consent, and make sure that the principal investigator is aware of any situations where the consent is not or cannot be followed. Please alert the PI to any issues that cause concern, at any time in the submission and conduct of a study.
  • For large study portfolios and study teams, regular team meetings are expected. These will educate new staff on execution of the study, share study information, and report on adverse events and amendments. Person(s) submitting to iStar should be aware of how the study will be conducted.
  • If you ever feel that a violation has occurred, please do alert the university, either to the IRB Director (kristija@usc.edu) or the university compliance hotline:https://ooc.usc.edu/

Please consult the OPRS website for guidance on conducting human subject studies and for training resources: https://oprs.usc.edu/

Randolph Hall
Vice President of Research

Invitation: Vice Provost for Graduate Programs Luncheon

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Dear Students,

The USC Graduate School’s Vice Provost for Graduate Programs, Sally Pratt, invites you to attend one of the Fall 2018 Graduate Student Luncheons.

The luncheon will serve as an opportunity to create an inclusive community for graduate students from both the University Park Campus and the Health Science Campus. You have the opportunity to talk with the Vice Provost about a variety of graduate and professional student topics that range from Diversity, Inclusion, and Access to International Student experiences to Academic Professional Development; including your own concerns and discussion items. Vice Provost Pratt is interested in hearing your news, updates, and concerns as well as what you think the USC Graduate School does well and what it can improve upon and how.

The event is open to all USC Graduate Students, and attendance will be capped at 20 Graduate Students per luncheon. Since space is limited, please remember that your RSVP does not guarantee you a seat at the luncheon. The exact location of each luncheon will be communicated through a confirmation email sent to the first 20 students, per event, who have expressed interest in the particular meeting date.

The menu for these events consists of sandwiches, beverages, and dessert.

Reserve your space for one of the luncheons by filling out this form by Friday, October 19th.

Please forward any questions to Ashley Brooks at brooksas@usc.edu

Save the Date APA Style training workshop 11/7/18

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Do you know there is a video for inserting Running Head in APA style citation? If not, join us Wednesday November 7th 2018, 10am-11:30am in the VKC Library Multimedia Room.  Jana Parizer, Campus Success Ambassador for APA Style CENTRAL will conduct a training session with the APA Style CENTRAL, which is available through the USC Libraries.  Light refreshments served.

Sign up and bring a friend.

http://bit.ly/APAstyle2018

Wednesday November 7th 2018, 10am-11:30am in the VKC Library Multimedia Room

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Chiméne Tucker, cetucker@usc.edu

Research symposium: THE TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL OF LEARNING DIFFERENTLY

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You are cordially invited to attend a research symposium hosted by the Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity: THE TRANSFORMATIVE POTENTIAL OF LEARNING DIFFERENTLY

Thursday, October 25th from 9:30-1:00

USC Galen Center, Founder’s Room (3400 S. Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA, 90089)

 

Introduction by Provost Michael Quick

Featuring           Dr. Charles Liu of the USC Center for Neurorestoration on “Transforming the Brain”

Dr. Burcin Becerik-Gerber, USC Professor of Engineering on “Human Building Interaction”

Moderated by Dr. Andrea Hodge, USC Vice Provost for Undergraduate Programs

Poster session featuring USC graduate student research

 

Kindly respond by October 12, 2018: https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/fall-2018-research-symposium/

Join us at the USC Rossier Homecoming Picnic!

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Join USC Rossier at Homecoming!
USC vs. Cal
 
Connect with Rossier alumni, students, faculty and friends 
for our annual festive picnic!
 
Saturday, November 10
3 hours before kickoff | Game time TBD
(Off 34th Street in between WPH and Leavey Library)
 
 
Picnic Ticket Prices:
Includes buffet, cocktails and special commemorative gift.
 
USC Rossier students can receieve $5 off one general admission ticket
by using the coupon code: 2018HCRossierStu
(Student status will be verified with student ID number at check-out)
 General Admission: $35
Children (under 13): $15
Children 3 and under FREE
 *Football game tickets not included
 
Purchase your ticket(s) by October 19
Homecoming sells out quickly, get your tickets now!
To RSVP and view event information, log on to: rossier.usc.edu/alumni/events/
Questions? Please contact rossier.events@usc.edu or call 213.740.9559

 

Two Great Events – Gender and Sexuality Studies

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Dear Students,

The Department of Gender and Sexuality Studies is proud to organize and present two terrific events for the USC community.

OUT IN SPORTS: October 11, 2018
Join us for a day of events focused on LGBT athletes and the challenges they face, featuring “Alone in the Game,” a film by David McFarland. Please see the attached flyer for details and RSVP information for the film screening.

ANITA HILL: November 8, 2018
RSVP to attend a discussion between Prof. Anita Hill of Brandeis University and our own Prof. Ange-Marie Hancock Alfaro about how we can effect change as we move to end sexual harassment in our institutions. Please see the attached flyer for details and RSVP information.

We look forward to enjoying these two events with you!

Questions? Contact gender@usc.edu.

 

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Special Aid Support Fund Application for Current Students

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The Special Aid Support Fund provides assistance for qualified Rossier students who, due to legitimate situations, are in danger of withdrawing from the University. Special Aid Support Fund is to help address short-term financial crises. Poor financial choices do not constitute a short term financial crisis (e.g. credit card debt, poor use of financial aid funding, university collections debt, etc.). The Special Aid Support Fund is not intended to supplement a student’s financial aid package and we cannot award funds beyond what a student’s aid package allows. Any funds you receive will not be in addition to your need-based financial aid, but will change the composition of your financial aid eligibility. In most cases, your student loans will be reduced. Please refer to the USC Office of Financial Aid website for more information on financial aid: http://financialaid.usc.edu/

The Special Aid Support Fund application will be considered for the following academic term: spring 2019.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Must be a currently enrolled, degree seeking USC Rossier student in an on-campus program.
• Must have applied for Financial Aid and exhausted all loan, grants and scholarship funds available for the semester.
• Must be in good academic standing.
• Application must include a letter of support from your Program Office confirming you have met for mandatory advisement.
• Funds are restricted to cover USC tuition for spring 2019.
• Funds are usually limited to a maximum of $2,500.

Eligible students must submit a complete Special Support Fund application by Wednesday, October 31, 2018. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who are not current recipients of a USC Rossier scholarship. https://usc.academicworks.com/ 

Recipients will be notified by Monday, November 19th, 2018.

Schooltalk for Equity: Rethinking (Tech’s Role In) What We Say About and To Students

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Dear Students,

The Center for Empowered Learning and Development with Technology  (CELDTech) is proud to organize and present the following workshop with Dr. Mica Pollock to promote equity in your daily interactions with students.

Schooltalk for Equity: Rethinking (Tech’s Role In) What We Say About and To Students on  October 30, 2018.
Please see the attached flyer for details and RSVP information for the workshop.

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