By: Grace Carballo ‘17

Before you go abroad this spring, you’re probably feeling nervous and excited, and maybe a little worried about leaving USC and your friends there behind. All of these are completely normal emotions, and as you learned in your Overseas Studies Orientation, there will inevitably times where you feel homesick not only for your family, but for your Trojans and the familiarity and comfort USC has offered you all these semesters.

By: Grace Carballo ‘17

1. Appreciate anyone and everyone who encourages you or even supports you financially on your way to your degree…

By: Grace Carballo ‘17

For all those who have studied abroad and those who are welcoming home loved ones who were abroad, it is important to recognize that reverse culture shock is a very real phenomenon; it takes time and patience to readjust to life back in the U.S.

By: Emily Young MA ‘16

One of my favorite shows, Scorpion, recently had an episode that was filmed at USC. After watching, I got to thinking….how many other great TV shows have used USC as a backdrop? The answer? Keep reading to find out!

By: Judy Lee ‘17

I was reading through Yik Yak (as one does when fleeing from their responsibilities) and fell upon a yak that really hit home for me. It went something like this:

By: Emily Young MA ‘16

Sharing our USC Beach Team Christmas Greeting from our family to yours!

By: Judy Lee ‘17

If you’re studying abroad, you’ve got to be strategic this holiday season! Here are some things you can keep in mind in case someone asks you what you’d like this year:

By: Emily Young MA ‘16

Everyone knows that the new “Hunger Games movie: Mockingjay Part 2” is killing it at box offices, but that’s not this week’s top release or box-office smash for volleyball fans across the country. For them (myself included), it’s the NCAA Division I volleyball championships!

By: Emily Young MA ‘16

1. You’re ready to go back to EVK: all this extravagant, rich, and hearty Thanksgiving food is giving you heartburn. Just take me back to my Lucky Charms.

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

Student Universe has been my go to site for all of my recent travels. My most recent flight was a multi-city flight including Washington D.C., New York and Chicago for only $180. I’d recommend Student Universe to any student interested in traveling…

By: Emily Young MA ‘16

Thanksgiving is about being thankful. I am thankful to be at USC playing the sport that I love at the most elite level. What our team does everyday is what so many players dream of. But most importantly, I am thankful I get share my college experience with my teammates. My teammates are the most incredible individuals and they are my family.

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

1. Invite, invite, invite! Send a paperless invitation via Evite. The free application also helps you keep track on who has confirmed…