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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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Holi @ USC
By: Tamanna Sood ‘24
This past week USC celebrated Holi on campus! Learn more about Holi and how Trojans celebrated it in style!
Academic Opportunities for Newly Admitted Freshmen
By: Ngai Yeung ‘23
Hello, prospective freshmen! First of all, congrats on being admitted! Whether you’re committed to USC or still weighing your options, consider applying to these outstanding opportunities and programs, some of which have deadlines this April well before school starts next August.
How I Got Involved in Research During My Freshman Year (And Maybe Why You Shouldn’t)
By: Badruddin Mahamed ‘25
Research can be a vital asset to an undergraduate’s time at USC. While it is possible to get involved in research as early as your first semester, this decision may come with quite a bit of risk.
Join the Greatest Marching Band in the History of the Universe!
by: Catherine Chen ‘24
Have you ever wanted to learn to play a new instrument? Or, perhaps, be a part of the Greatest Marching Band in the History of the Universe? There are so many benefits, ranging from social to monetary, and you don’t even need to know how to read sheet music to join!
The Benefits of Candles
By: Sydney Fiorentino ’24
Candles are just a block of wax in a container and costs over $10. And when the wick is short, you throw the whole candle away. Such a simple creation can do so much for your mental and physical health. Here are a list of things that candles do for you!
Top 10 Places to Study Around Campus
By: Sydney Fiorentino ‘24
As midterm and final bear around the corner, it’s time to study and get assignments done! If you are tired of studying at home and want to get on campus, here are my top 10 places to work!
Advice I Wish I Had My Freshman Year
By: Nancy Aguilar ‘22
Tips for all the new Trojans from an older Trojan. I hope this article helps you out!
TAKE ELECTIVE CLASSES: Here are some I highly recommend!
By: Nancy Aguilar ‘22
Have extra space in your schedule? Wondering what fun classes USC has to offer? This is the article for you! This is a guide to the extracurricular courses that were my favorite over the years.
Why You Should Take a Gender Studies Class: My Experience in SWMS 210: Social Analysis of Gender
By: Kelsey Cheng ‘25
Interested in social justice issues? Need a GE-C class? Try taking a gender and sexuality studies class next semester!
How To Deal With An Unideal Housing Situation 101
By: Esther Cho ‘23
There’s nothing worse than coming home and feeling like your space isn’t really your own. Nothing quite like the air of an awkward silence as you try to study for your econ midterm in the same room as (what you feel like is a) complete stranger.
Celebrate Culture Night: Haru Matsuri with USC’s Nikkei
By: Kelsey Cheng ‘25
For its annual Culture Night, USC’s Nikkei Student Union showcased an event in celebration of Japanese culture! On March 11, Culture Night took the form of an Obon-style night market at the TCC Grand Ballroom, featuring game booths, performances, and dancing.
Student Life With a Broken Foot
By: Catherine Chen ‘24
Ever since I injured my right foot last month in a sports-related accident, life has become a series of interesting challenges and experiences. I’ve gradually learned how to live and survive life with no use of my right leg. Below are some of the things I learned, resources I used, and any other things to expect should you ever (but hopefully never!) happen to fracture a bone while at USC.