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Navigating Your First Year as a USC Trojan
by Lanie Brice
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Navigating Your First Year as a Spring Admit
by Lanie Brice
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How to Balance Your Social Life During Finals
by Donal Buckley
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Study Tips and Habits to Get Through Finals Season
by Lauren Liang
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Questions New International Students Have
By: Ayman Siraj ‘18
USC has the largest international student population on the West Coast. As college decision day approached on May 1st for many of you, I congratulate you if you committed to USC! You’re joining the best family on earth - The Trojan Family (the hype is real). Many of you like me will never have even toured the colleges you applied to from halfway across the world. Naturally many questions arise when you get here, and I’ve put down the answers to a few.
5 Local Fitness Studios in LA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
If you’re looking to de-stress and find your inner balance then this is the studio for you. I love Radha Yoga because it’s proximity to USC and it’s location next to Nature’s Brew, one of my favorite local cafes. The studio is also a place of tranquility with natural lighting from the multiple windows that allows fresh air to breeze on through the studio. It’s a definitely must-try experience even if you are new to yoga…
Music Festival Survivor Guide 101
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Having been to my fair share of music festivals- 8 festivals just last year, I have learned the hard way the do’s and dont’s of how to make the most of a festival. So with festival season right around the corner, here is a curated list of must-have items as you prep your bags to enjoy the music extravaganza.
10 Spring Break Hikes in LA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Looking for something to do during spring break? Look no further, here is a curated list of hikes to check off your list.
8 Music Venues in LA
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Want to take a break from studying for exams or simply enjoy a night out with friends? Well, look no further. Here is a curated list of music venues to discover good music in Los Angeles.
Ojai, It’s Me...
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
…I’m in California dreaming about where we’ll go next week. Might I suggest a quick road trip out of the city and into the great outdoors?
Spring Break Safety
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
Spring Break is just around the corner and so are the possible dangers that come with it. Take the time now to become better informed about the helpful resources on campus and some savvy safety tips to ensure you have the best spring break possible.
Work On It Wednesday: Building a Budget
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
There are many good reasons to make a budget, one might be that you realized you need to start saving for Spring Break after reading “Is It Spring Break Yet? Why It’s Not Too Soon to Start Planning.” Allow me to help you on your journey to becoming a financially responsible adult with my personal budgeting tips.
The Stuck In LA Checklist
By: Judy Lee ‘17
Stuck in LA for winter break? No problem. Finals are over, and a staycation doesn’t get any better than:
Things To Consider For Housing: A Check List
By: Judy Lee ‘17
If you’re trying to live off campus this year, you need to have started planning for it by now! But if you’re having some trouble starting out, here are some things you should consider before you sign that lease!
5 Outdoor Activities to Relieve Stress like an LAist
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
1. Paddle boarding is a great way to relieve stress while catching some sun at the beach. The best part is that there are nearby locations near Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach…
That One Tuesday Night When I Hung Out with Felly
By: Lauren Brose ‘15
Chris Felner—stage name “Felly”— doesn’t enjoy school. The 20-year-old from Trumbull, Connecticut, admits he’s never been totally captivated in his classes because he feels it hinders his ability to create. The technicalities with pitch, tone, specific chords and notes being played isn’t a calculated process for Chris. Instead, he feels the music and goes what what makes sense to him. That’s what’s worked for him since he started to write music at the fleeting age of 14.