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USC Students Report Bugs and Mold in Campus Meals

12/11/2025

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University of Southern California students have raised concerns about food safety after reporting bugs and mold.
Videos on social media show insects in meals, including maggot-like bugs on a plate and a green bug in a salad.
A student reported discovering a worm-like bug on broccoli.
Dirk de Jong, USC Assistant Vice President for Hospitality, said the university serves 30,000–40,000 meals daily, is investigating, and will implement new inspection protocols.

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Story summary

University of Southern California students have raised concerns about food safety after reporting bugs and mold.
Videos on social media show insects in meals, including maggot-like bugs on a plate and a green bug in a salad.
A student reported discovering a worm-like bug on broccoli.
Dirk de Jong, USC Assistant Vice President for Hospitality, said the university serves 30,000–40,000 meals daily, is investigating, and will implement new inspection protocols.