Dr. John Blosnich

Associate Professor

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Biography

John R. Blosnich is an associate professor and the director of the Center for LGBTQ+ Health Equity at the Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work. His primary area of expertise includes disparities in suicide risk and prevention for high-risk populations, with a specific emphasis on social determinants of health. Before joining USC, he has conducted significant research related to health services, suicide prevention paradigms, and the well-being of LGBTQ individuals. He has been a member of the American Public Health Association and has received numerous accolades for his contributions to research and public health initiatives focused on LGBTQ veterans and communities.

Research Interests

Suicide Prevention LGBTQ Health Social Determinants of Health Health Services Research

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

Director of the Center for LGBTQ+ Health Equity and interim co-director of the USC Center for AI Society.

Awards

#2024

Transgender Gender Diverse Research Paper Year Award

#2018

I CARE Award for Outstanding LGBT Veteran Service

#2017

Silver Award for Outstanding Contribution to Science (Medical)

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.