My Thoughts on Theatre of The Oppressed
By: Judy Lee ‘17
Tonight was one of many Take Back The Night events hosted by USC’s Women’s Student Assembly (WSA): Theatre of the Oppressed with Gender Justice Los Angeles. Their mission is to: “Build campaigns to break the barriers that directly impact low-income trans people of color by focusing on health, wellness, peace and safety. Run political education and leadership development programs that build a base of skilled, confident and unified trans leaders to fight for change. Create safe spaces through peer-support groups and community events that highlight the strength, power and resilience of our entire community.”
Live Comedy
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
If you’re looking to impress someone with all USC has to offer, take them to the SCA Comedy Live Show this Friday! If you’re looking to really impress them, take them there in one of the free Ubers we now have at our disposal.
Spring Break Diaries
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
There is something undeniably bittersweet about the conclusion of spring break. Nonetheless, the memories and experiences that resulted will last forever. From backpacking in Hawai’i to road trips along the west coast here is a look into how different USC students spent their spring break.
Finnish What We Started
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
While many think of Madness and painstakingly-crafted brackets (to no avail, in my case) when they think of March, here at USC, this month has been chock full of EdMonth and an impressive array of guest speakers. Last night, I had the pleasure of learning about the World’s Education Superpower…
An Expert’s Guide To Napping
By: Lauren Brose ‘15
I’m just gonna put this out there: I really really love naps!! In fact, I took a glorious three 3 hour nap today. A lot of my friends are in full agreement that power naps, no matter how long or short, are better than not having naps at all. So I did some research on the topic of naps and found that not only are they good for your mental alertness but also your overall health.
USC Student Hopes to Inspire Through Fashion
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
Meet Christina Jang ‘15, an international relations global marketing major and burgeoning fashion blogger for Inspirfacion. In an interview with the passionate fashionista, Jiang discusses the purpose of her blog, her biggest inspiration and what she loves most about USC.
My Opinion on the Latest Race Issue
By: Mark Love ‘16
National uproar commenced when a video of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity members at the University of Oklahoma singing racially charged lyrics on a bus went viral. I’m not going to post the actual words on here,but just know their chants were laced with the N-word and referenced noosing. The video was released three days ago, and has been shown on numerous news sources from Huffington Post to World Star Hip Hop.
Social Event Trends at USC
By: Paul Samaha ‘17
USC is traditionally known as a school that has big social events Thursday-Saturday, and this tradition is very much so held true today. However, different party trends come and go. Here are some social event trends that I’ve noticed so far in the 2014-2015 school year.
SC Spotlight: Sydney Liu
By: Judy Lee ‘17
Last semester, I had a realization: we are in a very rare situation in which we are in the midst of people who will shape the future of this world. Seems dramatic, right? Not so far-fetched, though. Our professors have already had huge parts in shaping entire industries . Is it really a surprise that we’ll join them in the ranks soon enough?
I Stopped Caring About How Society Perceived Me & Haven't Felt More Liberated Since
By: Lauren Brose ‘15
When I was in high school I didn’t understand my personal worth. I looked upon my peers for validation and defined my self worth by the number of people who knew and liked me as a person. My lack of self-actualized self-love hindered me from gaining the confidence I now have within myself.
USC Annenberg's 2nd Annual Media Mix & Mingle
By: Lauren Brose ‘15
Ben Blatt is the Executive Director, Digital Strategy at ABC Television. He is the creative genius behind the #TGIT campaign that kicked outa trifecta of prime time television perfection that included back-to-back-to-back episodes of Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal, and How To Get Away With Murder. At Annenberg’s 2nd annual Media Mix and Mingle networking event, I had a chance to sit down and listen to Blatt’s insights on digital marketing strategy as he served as the event’s keynote speaker.
Finding Purpose Through Revolution
By: Ama Amoafo-Yeboah ‘15
On Monday, February 23, 2015 my purpose in life was confirmed. That day, Dr. Angela Davis came to USC for a speaking engagement.
USC EdMonth: Spark a Movement
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
For some March is one month closer to Summer but for USC Edmonth it is the month to “spark a movement.”
A Daily Checklist
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
If you can remember these 6 things with seemingly little correlation, your hygiene will be adequate and your life, relatively purposeful. That’s all anyone can really ask of you anyway.
Inventors of the Past: Black History Edition
By: Mark Love ‘16
In honor of Black History month, people tend to venerate the African-Americans who have fought for civil rights. We constantly hear about the activism and valor of the famed Martin Luther King Jr, Malcolm X, and Rosa Parks. But there are an innumerable amount of Black people who have helped benefit lives for posterity in other essential ways. I feel that the protestors, orators, and national leaders have overshadowed the inventors of the past. Black people have hand-crafted appliances we use daily. Below is a list of a few Black inventors who’ve made our lives a lot easier.
International Food Fair at McCarthy Quad
By: Samantha Romero ‘16
From Ozero boba to Brazilian food from the Ta Bom food truck, USC students got a taste of the world at the International Food Fair at McCarthy Quad on Feb. 19. The flavorful event was hosted by the International Student Assembly.
USC bike etiquette on campus
By: Lauren Brose ‘15
USC students commute to class a number of ways: on foot or by car, bike, skateboard as well as the occasional Razor scooter. During prime hours, getting around can get a little clustered and cause unwarranted collisions—especially during the first week of school when many first attempt to brave the intersection at Jefferson and Hoover. If everyone was on the same page, the ebb and flow of student transportation would be much more efficient and less dangerous, too.
Finding Your Passion with Alexis Jones: Author, Activist and Founder of I Am That Girl
By: Lauren Brose ‘15
Alexis Jones is wearing fitted black jeans with tears at the knees, a loose black tank top and a pair of long necklaces. Her long brown hair bounces effortlessly as she walks over to a number of familiar faces sitting in the audience. Sharing the captivating story of how she found her passion, wrote a book, and founded I Am That Girl, Jones’ inspiration was first sparked at her alma mater, USC. Before she dove into the meat of her story, she first asked the audience a question:
One Man Band
By: Grace Carballo ‘17
If there is one thing I like more than watching a movie it is watching a movie during a class. And if there is one thing I like even more than that, it is watching a movie created by a USC graduate. So naturally I was thrilled when last Wednesday night, my Advanced Screenwriting (CTWR 415A) class went to the Visions and Voices Screening of Llyn Foulkes: One Man Band, Tamar Halpern’s first feature-length documentary film.