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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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Why You Should Take CTWR 409: Fundamentals of Screenwriting
By: Kristen Adams ‘25
Whether you’re a business major who writes pitches, an acting major interested in exploring the behind-the-scenes, or a journalism major who just loves to write, storytelling is everywhere and in everything we do. As a Business of Cinematic Arts major who loves watching sci-fi and psychological thrillers, I took CTWR 409 just for fun, and unexpectedly came out of the class with a newly added Screenwriting minor! Here are 3 reasons why you should consider taking this class.
Advice from a Second Semester Senior
By: Hannah Skinner ‘23
It’s my last semester at USC and the ticking of my undergraduate clock is growing louder. Without the luxury of years ahead, I’ve been thinking about what I want to do (or wish I had done) before I leave. Here’s a senior’s perspective on how to take advantage of everything USC has to offer.
GE Review: PHIL 254 Science, Knowledge and Objectivity
By: Kelsey Cheng ‘25
This class shreds what you think you know about the scientific world and then builds it back up again. It opened my eyes to questions I never even thought to wonder, and then it gave me the framework for answering them for myself.
Hidden Gem Classes to Take at USC
By: Kristen Adams ‘25
Looking for a fun elective to take next semester? Interested in taking a course that is outside your comfort zone? As a USC tour guide and student ambassador, I’m excited to introduce to you a wide variety of classes that will spice up your time here at USC.
When To Take A Class Pass/Fail
By: Jordan Bucknor ‘22
As the year begins to wind down and we make our plans for the next semester, you may or may not be considering taking a class Pass/Fail. While it is still pretty early in the decision-making process, it does not hurt to get a jump start in considering all your options. If you do not know what the Pass/Fail option is, you can read here to find out, but if you do and you are just not sure whether it is the right decision — keep on reading!