By: Grace Carballo ‘17

The deadline for college decisions is fast approaching and if your younger sibling is still in between schools, you don’t have much time to act.

By: Mark Love ‘16

For the football fans who are still bummed over last year’s mediocre season, hold your head high for an up-and-coming sports squad is well on its way towards national acclaim. The mens’ baseball team is entering home stretch of the regular season, and its winning record just simply cannot go unnoticed. With a 29-10 record, the Trojans have clinched an 11th place spot on the NCAA baseball rankings. From managing a 13-game winning streak to defeating top-ranked Vanderbilt, our Trojans are fighting on to become College World Series contenders.

By: Paul Samaha ‘17

Here’s a little video I made of my adventures yesterday in the Arts District. I encourage everyone to check out the Arts District; it’s just a 15 minute drive away from USC and you can spend the whole afternoon walking around the beautiful post-industrial neighborhood, making it the perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of the downtown college life. Spots located in the video are the Daily Dose Café, Artist & Craftsman Supply and Little Bear Pub. The Arts District is definitely one of LA’s most underrated neighborhoods. Be sure to check it out and enjoy the getaway!

By: Mark Love ‘16

Every iPhone owner should know about the newest update that has the nation talking: diverse emojis.

By: Mark Love ‘16

The Rolling Stone committed an egregious act that violates journalistic ethics across the board. Not only did the staff fail to challenge the words of their main source, the alleged victim, they also refused to communicate with the alleged attackers nor the additional sources provided by the so-called victim. The worst part about this fiasco is the fact that all of this could have been avoided had the staff of Rolling Stone practiced basic journalistic practices. The story did not have any complexities; unfortunately, rape on college campuses is less of an anomaly and more of a fairly frequent occurrence. The staff only had to follow up on the information that the girl had given them. She specifically gave names and even mentioned the exact fraternity house along with dates of the “rape”. The staff was given all of the imperative information without any investigative work done; therefore, fact checking should have been a simple task.

By: Lauren Brose ‘15

Although California is known for its year-round subtropical climate, barely-there winter, and the infamous “May Gray” and “June Gloom,” nothing beats the weather that inhabits the summer months of Los Angeles. There is much to look forward to whether you’re trying to take it easy or dance through the morning. Trust me, LA is filled to the brim with things to do–– I guarantee you’ll never be bored.

By: Kelly Kinas ‘17

So if your professors misinterpret the definition of “midterm” like my professors do, you probably have tests these last two weeks. Additionally, if your professors are still as illerate on Blackboard as they are in literary definitions, you’re still probably waiting for a grade. This can be an excruciating process but FEAR NOT! I got you covered for things you can do to pass the time while waiting for the grade to be updated.

By: Emily Young MA ‘16

In honor of my 22nd birthday, a couple of friends and I ventured to Tommy’s Place for Trivia Night. It’s a great time, even if you are like me and don’t know an assortment of random facts!

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

From bra throwing during stage performances to bi-weekly taco truck trips, the Los Angeles based band Gypsum are a lively bunch that will make you laugh along with their antics. The dream prop and Krautrock reminiscent band is comprised of guitarists Anna Arboles and Sapphire Jewel, drummist Jessy Reed, and bassist Rosie Tucker.

By: Grace Carballo ‘17

Yesterday night in Bovard was the Spring Xpressions show and it lived up to all the hype. Xpressions, founded relatively recently in 2009, is completely student-run, with student choreographers and dancers, and even funded by USG, so y’all keep doing your thing cuz it is working!

By: Judy Lee ‘17

A thunderbolt who crashed onto the USC organization scene, Pocket is one of the most driven people I’ve met – with precision and execution to actualize her ambitions. Currently pursuing a Masters of Science in Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Pocket is also the founder and president of the newest female-oriented organization on campus: SoGal (previously known as GirlsUp). Her favorite snacks include a variety of Asian desserts!

By: Grace Carballo ‘17

I’m a big believer in this quote because I don’t know if I’ve ever been right about someone based on my first impression of them. And while it is very easy to assume the worst about the person who cuts you off on the highway or the person who honks at you when you don’t turn right away or the person who wrongs you in other frustrating non-driving situations (Can you tell I hate driving?), there is probably a lot more to that person that would justify their actions if only you knew a little bit about their life. Everyone has a story and all you have to do is ask a few questions and listen.