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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: Preparing For Your Summer Internship Search
By: Emily Young MA ’16
The key recruiting time for most internship programs is February through April. Most employers have deadlines for summer internships that fall in late March and early April, but candidates who apply early always improve their chances.
Why You Need to Check Out Air + Style at Expo Park Feb 20-21
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
In case you haven’t noticed, there is construction of a huge ramp going on right in front of the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Come Saturday, that 16-story ramp will be packed with snow—yes snow—and some of the best snowboarders in the world will be doing mad jumps and tricks, competing against one another in a head-to-head battle to be named Air + Style Tour Champion.
Work On It Wednesday: Nailing Your Next Job Interview
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
That’s a lot of info….let’s break it down. First impressions are critical in job interviews. Did you dress professional? Arrive early? Act courteous and polite to secretaries? Doing these three steps already gives you a leg up. Here are some more suggestions to seal the deal.
How do you like them ashes?
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
Today is Ash Wednesday so if you see someone walking around campus with what appears to be dirt on their forehead, don’t wipe it off for them! It’s actually ashes, obtained from burned palms from last year’s Palm Sunday.
Credits
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
I first heard about Credits, a web series from Alex Burns and Alexandra Kyllingstad while I was abroad in Nicaragua this fall. I watched the trailer and then the season premiere on December 6th and was excited to see several familiar faces from around campus putting together a funny series about the nitty gritty realities of film school.
Crosstown Showdown: USC Men’s Basketball takes on UCLA at 7:30 Tonight!
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
USC Men’s Basketball is on fire. The team’s 17-5 start is its best since the 1991-92 season. Not only is the team playing spectacular, but tonight’s game determines who runs LA. USC Men’s Basketball has already defeated the UCLA Bruins (13-9) at Pauley Pavilion 89-75, but they need our fan support for the clean sweep. (Our last regular season series sweep over the Bruins was in 2010).
How to Deal with El Niño Weather
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
It’s not sunny out, the weather isn’t nice, and it’s supposed to rain….Welcome to El Niño. Keep reading for ways to cope…
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.
Is it Spring Break Yet? Why It's Not Too Soon to Start Planning.
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
Thoughts of returning to school Tuesday after this glorious three-day weekend might have you thinking: “is it Spring Break yet?”
New Year, New Semester, New Goals
By: Emily Young MA ‘16
Spirits are high! It’s the first week of school, we are reunited with all of our friends, and procrastination is a thing of the past. I mean it’s a new semester right? Anything is possible!
Differences Between USC and Winter Break at Home
By: Michael Boyle ‘18
Having been home for a while, I’ve noticed that there are some slight differences between being at school at USC and being at home for winter break. I’ve outlined some for you here. Take notes.