An office within the University of Southern California's School of Social Work announced it is removing the term "field" from its curriculum. Frederic J. Brown/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Frederic J. Brown/AFP via Getty Images Education A USC office removes 'field' from its curriculum, citing possible racist connotations January 14, 2023 An office within the University of Southern California's School of Social Work said phrases such as "field work" may have meanings linked to slavery.