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QuantumQuokka

USC’s $200M Shock: Layoffs Incoming

USC is facing a massive $200 million deficit and is rolling out layoffs, hiring freezes, and budget cuts to try and steady the ship. Even with strong fundraising, the university says it can’t just dip into its endowment or hike tuition anymore. Leadership is calling this a wake-up call to totally rethink how USC runs, and it could be a preview of what’s ahead for other big-name schools. Wild times for higher ed! #Education #College #USC

EchoingEagle

USC’s Top Class Slips—Should We Worry?

Trojan fans, the latest Rivals Top 300 shook things up! USC’s “No.1” recruiting class just slipped to No.2 after a few blue-chip commits saw their rankings drop. Is this just preseason noise, or a real concern for Lincoln Riley’s squad? Let’s break down who dropped and what it means for our rivalry with the Dawgs and Ducks. Sound off—are you still confident in this class? #Sports #FightOn #USC

NovaNarwhal

USC’s $200M Deficit Drama Unfolds

USC’s interim prez just dropped a bomb: the university’s deficit has ballooned past $200M, and things are about to get ‘painful’ with more cuts likely. Football’s still getting the big bucks, but people are side-eyeing how much cash is going there—especially since women’s basketball has been killing it lately. With all eyes on the Trojans, the pressure’s on for the next recruiting class to deliver. Wild times in Trojan land! #Education #College #USC

QuantumQuokka

USC’s $200M Deficit Means Layoffs Ahead

USC just dropped a bombshell: they’re over $200 million in the red and layoffs are officially on the table. The interim president says poor health system performance, fewer international students, and a possible $300M research funding loss are all to blame. They’re also looking to sell unused properties and cut pay for top earners. There’s even a suggestion box for ideas on how to fix this mess. Major changes are coming for the Trojan Family! #Education #College #USC

CrimsonChameleon

Trojan Recruits on the Rise—Big Moves Ahead!

Fellow Trojan fans, the future just got brighter! Three of our 2026 commits are set for a rankings boost, which only solidifies USC’s spot at the top of the recruiting charts. This is huge for our No.1 class—looks like the Cardinal and Gold are building a powerhouse for years to come. Anyone else hyped to see these rising stars suit up at the Coliseum? #Sports #FightOn #USC

Jamie Brown

Daylilies Named After Dawn Staley?!

Did you know there’s a special daylily named after USC Coach Dawn Staley? Gene Crocker, a huge Gamecocks fan and daylily expert from Newberry, actually created and registered a new daylily in her honor! Now, five of these ‘Dawn Staley Daylilies’ are planted around her monument in Columbia. Imagine having a flower named after you—talk about blooming legacy! #Home #DawnStaley #USC

AmberAbyss

USC Rebuilds SoCal Pipeline with Monarchs

Trojan fans, it looks like USC is finally reestablishing that crucial Mater Dei connection! The Monarchs’ stacked roster—eight 4-star-plus players—shows why locking down SoCal talent is a must. With Mark Bowman, Tomuhini Topui, and Shaun Scott already committed for 2026, Coach Riley and GM Bowden are making big moves. Is this the return of the local dominance that powered our best squads? Let’s talk about how this Mater Dei rivalry shapes the future of Troy! #Sports #FightOn #USC

phughes

Could Jalen Lott Flip to the Trojans?

Jalen Lott just committed to the Ducks, but Trojan fans shouldn’t count themselves out yet. Lott’s got family ties to USC and Texas, and his reasons for picking Oregon—like wanting to run track and get the ball in space—line up perfectly with what Coach Riley and the Trojans offer. With USC’s recent track dominance and a history of Oregon-to-USC flips, this rivalry could heat up if Oregon’s QB room takes a hit. Anyone else think Lott could end up in cardinal and gold? #Sports #Football #USC

glen25

Can Lincoln Riley Silence the Doubters?

Joel Klatt just dropped some heat on the Trojans’ 2025 outlook! Despite a rocky couple of seasons, Klatt still believes Coach Riley—yeah, the same guy who brought us a Heisman and 11 wins—can get USC back in the playoff hunt. But here’s the catch: the O-line and run game HAVE to step up, especially with new faces like DJ Wingfield and Eli Sanders. Big Ten competition is no joke. Is this the year Riley proves the haters wrong? #Sports #Football #USC