Welcome (Back) to USC!

By: Sophia Pei ‘22 and Jordan Bucknor ‘22

Whether this is your first time on campus or your return after 18 months away, we have compiled a list of must-reads to help you get in the groove of being on campus. Keep reading for more information and to know exactly which posts you should add to your reading list!

Looking for 2-unit classes to get your money’s worth at USC?

Check out: Worthwhile 2-Unit Classes to Supplement your Schedule and Fun 2-unit electives that will bring you to 18!

These posts highlight some of the best 1 to 2-unit courses here at USC. As a full time student, you’re already paying for 18 units of tuition, so why not use it to take some cool classes?

Looking for advice?

Check out: A Graduating Senior’s Advice to Incoming Students!

Our former blogger, Star, dedicated her final post on advice for incoming students. Check out for insight on everything from living with a roommate to class advice!

Want to know our dorm room essentials?

Check out: From RA to Freshman: What to Bring to your Dorm!

Hopefully you’re settled into your rooms at this point, but if you’re looking to add anything to your dorm list, take some advice from a 3-year resident of USC housing!

Want to find some clubs?

Check out: Little Known Clubs to try at USC and A Club/Organization For Every Type of Person!

There’s a space for everyone at USC, you just have to find it! Use these posts to help connect with those in your major, minor, or who just have similar hobbies!

Looking to explore Los Angeles?

Check out: Explore LA: Sawtelle, Explore LA: Santa Monica Pier, Best (and Most Unusual) Ice Cream in LA, Amusement Park Annual Passes: Which is Worth it?, and Best Things to Do in Los Angeles: An Angeleno’s Guide!

Don’t limit yourself to just campus! You’re finally in the dazzling city of Los Angeles so don’t be afraid to get out. Check out these posts to explore our bloggers’ favorite spots!

Don’t have a car?

Check out: How to Metro 101

No worries! There’s still tons of ways to get around Los Angeles and the metro is one of them!

Looking for a bite to eat?

Check out: I Made All of My Meals in a Toaster Oven for a Week, A Beginner’s Guide To Meal Prepping, Best Restaurants with Outdoor Seating Near USC, Cheap and Easy Breakfast Ideas for College Students, and EveryTable: Equality vs. Equity!

Whether you’re cooking yourself or looking for someone to do it for you, we have a post to help you out!

Trying to find a study (or nap) spot?

Check out: Best Places to Study on Campus and My Favorite Places to Nap on Campus!

Everyone needs to study and some of us still need to connect to the occasional Zoom class/meeting. These lists will give you the perfect place to do so!

Feeling overwhelmed?

Check out: An Inter-vlog About Stress, How to Brain Dump & Why It’s Important and Revisiting The Basics: Self-Care Checklist!

We’ve got posts for this too! This is new to all of us in one way or another, so don’t worry if you’re a tad bit overwhelmed.

Still have questions? Anything we missed? Don’t worry! We have a full post dedicated to covering all the basics. Check out Trojans 360’s Freshman Must Reads and keep your head up! You’ll get the hang of things in no time. Welcome back and Fight On!

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