6. Varun Soni: The Real Spirit of Troy 
by Adam Gropman

When he was named dean of religious life at USC, Varun Soni became the first Hindu in American history to serve such a role. Even today, four years later, he's the only non-Christian, non-ordained dean holding such a position at any U.S. university. Soni coordinates USC's contingent of 50 clergy, who conduct services and provide counseling ...