By: Nathan Vogel ‘21

Have you settled on a quarantine hobby yet? No? No worries! Here are some tips and suggestions to help you find your ideal hobby!

By: Celine Vazquez ‘24

If you’re in the Viterbi School of Engineering and are looking for some awesome clubs to join, I got your back. ASBME (also known as the Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering) is a professional, academic, and social club at USC that helps mentor and guide students through their biomedical engineering pursuits. I’m currently a freshman representative on ASBME’s E-Board, and I can’t wait to share all of the amazing things this club is doing this semester to make USC a better, more innovative place. Let’s get started!

By: Sophia Williams ‘22

Rom-Coms seem to get all the shine whenever Valentine’s Day comes around, but there’s something to be said for the iconic V-day themed TV episodes as well. Whether you’re cuddled up with your soulmate, having a galentine’s day, or just practicing some self-love, here are some Valentine’s Day TV episodes to keep you entertained.

By: Dara Udobong ‘23

Nothing says Netflix & Chill like Valentine’s day ’21 mid-pandemic. With restrictive local and state guidelines and (honestly) nowhere to go, the thought of recreating the festive atmosphere in your bubble can start to feel very claustrophobic. Without all the fancy shenanigans—candles, chocolates or violins (give me a break)—streaming platforms are gearing up for the long weekend with new releases, movie premieres and special episodes. Here are some of my favorites:

By: Dara Udobong ‘23

Easily the biggest skincare myth floating around historically African communities is that dark-skinned people don’t need sunscreen. This was exemplified in the way I shrugged off a summer camp counsellor’s advice to rub on sunblock before we went on a hike (I definitely didn’t know what I was saying) or the diminished sunscreen options available for darker skin tones. A sunburnt picture of me in 10th grade agrees. Darker-skin tones can give the illusion of protection from the harsh sun rays because they mask the tell-tale signs of burns, redness, and inflammation. Nonetheless, overexposure to UV rays can pose as a cancer risk, especially in the never-ending-summers of Southern California. Below is a list of the best un-tinted mineral sunscreens for people with dark sin (without the grey cast!) below $45:

By: Nathan Vogel ‘21

I think film, animation, and tv production can teach us a lot about time management!

By: Jordan Bucknor ‘22

The USC Career Fair, taking place February 11, 2021 from 9 AM – 2 PM, is an opportunity for students to get a head start on that thing everyone worries about after graduation: jobs. From full-time, to part-time, to paid internships — there’s a little bit for everyone there. Even if you’re not looking for a job, the Career Fair could also be a great opportunity to get some networking or interview practice in!

The fair happens two times a year, once a semester, and usually in person, but obviously that can’t exactly happen this year. So, how does the event being online change things? How does the platform work and how should you prepare? There are a lot of questions to answer, but thankfully, I’ve got the answers!

By: Angela Wang ‘22 and Sophia Pei ‘22

Want to try something new? Try joining a new student organization here at USC! We know how overwhelming involvement fair can be, so we sat down and interviewed the Eboard of three new, exciting clubs! From magic to public speaking practice, keep reading to learn more about some cool organizations and expand your horizons!

By: Sophia Williams ‘22

By now, everyone is exhausted by having to find new innovative ways to fill the long days of quarantine. However, boredom often leads to innovation, which is why I’ve pulled together a list of some fresh new takes on how to make the most of our time at home.

By: Ngai Yeung ‘23

Did you opt out of your health insurance yet? Are you caught up on the latest visa updates? Save yourself a thousand bucks and other tips to streamline your semester.

By: Nathan Vogel ‘21

Minimalism can help us live our best (school and otherwise) lives!

By: Claire Wong ‘23

Boba is a super popular treat in the USC area but at $5 a cup, it can add up quickly. With lots of time during the quarantine and a craving for boba, I learned how to make my own boba for less than $2 a cup at home!