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Abercrombie & Fitch may want to rethink some of its exclusionary policies.

After hearing the company's CEO Mike Jeffries' remarks about how he doesn't want any overweight people wearing A&F clothing, a USC grad named Greg Karber decided to take action.

In an attempt to subvert the brand's preppy, all-American image, Greg purchased some used Abercrombie pieces from Goodwill and proceeded to hand them out to the homeless in El Lay's Skid Row.

Not only was Greg responding to the CEO's remarks about overweight customers, but also

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Talented AND smart!

America Ferrera is not only a successful actress, but she will also soon be a college graduate!!!

The Ugly Betty actress is scheduled to receive a bachelor's degree in international relations THIS Friday from the University of Southern California.

The prestigious certificate has been earned after a DECADE of hard work in between a hectic filming schedule.

America tweeted:

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Everyone needs an entourage!

It just might be a little unusual to turn your students into your posse.

But leave it up to soap star, poet, artist and actor James Franco to do the unusual as his USC film students got the chance to join him as he did his press tour for Oz the Great and Powerful.

Don’t go thinking it was all about fun and games because James put those kids to work!

The wizard of everyone's dreams revealed to Britain’s InStyle that he allowed his class access to film what goes on behind the scenes after the movie is made. He said:

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Giuliana Olmos, a sophomore at USC, plays on the women's tennis team.

She wanted to do something to make a difference in her community, so she organized an inter-sport tennis tournament to raise money for charity.

Then she learned one of her teammate's moms had breast cancer.

She said:

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Proof James Franco is back!

The Great and Powerful actor is returning to his favorite craft, painting soap opera acting poetry hosting the Oscars pottery writing novels teaching!

James is set to teach a film production class at the University of Southern California's School of Cinematic Arts next spring.

The class (nicknamed "The Labyrinth") will require students to

Tags: james franco, production, proff franco, students, teaching, usc

Oh congrats! College is a grand arena in which to expand the mind!

Miranda Cosgrove AKA iCarly is growing up into a fine young lady, and has chosen to include higher education in her journey towards adulthood.

Miranda recently divulged:

"I'm going on a little summer tour and then I'm going to start at USC in August… College is awesome. I guess I really don't know what to expect because I've been home schooling a long time. So I think I'm just excited to be back in a classroom with kids and stuff."

Unfortunately, growing up also means Miranda must say goodbye to her Nickolodean home of the past six years!

The School of Rock child-star expresses:

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Patrick Schwarzenegger just achieved a huge milestone that's sure to keep his spirits high for the whole summer!

The son of Arnold Schwarzenegger & Maria Shriver looked glowing in his stunning cap & gown. The strapping young man is off to set sail for USC next fall, but he'll have the summer to prepare for his next adventure!

The Terminator Jr. tweeted a beautiful picture of him with his mommy.

Here's what he said on Twitter:

"Just graduated high school!! So crazy. Can't believe this is all over; been a crazy ride but I'm finally graduated"

Apparently P Star might have already chosen what he wants his career to be.

Here's what he said:

"Actually thinking of becoming a magician, I really want to know the secrets behind magic. It's the most frustrating thing ever."

Don't rush into any career just yet.

You've got four years to figure out what you want to do for the rest of your life!!!

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