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Reviewing the Premed Courses (Part 3)
By: Nathan Kim ‘24
This is the third installment of a 3-part series I’m doing to review the premed courses I’ve taken at USC.
The Refresh Cycle: Resiliency through the Semester
By: Miguel Bugayong ‘25
STUDY. GET A GRADE BACK. ASSESS YOURSELF. CHANGE SOMETHING AND HOPE TO IMPROVE.
This is the cycle that I, as well as many other students, continue to go through, I call it the “Refresh Cycle.”
A Guide to the General Education (GE) Program at USC
By: Badruddin Mahamed ‘25
Although registering for classes during your first semester is quite a low-risk task, an important part of selecting classes is understanding the General Education (GE) Program.
My Review of the Freshman Science Honors Program
By: Sanaa Alam ‘25
Wondering what it’s like to be a part of the Freshman Science Honors Program at USC? After being a FSH student this past year, I reflect upon my experiences in the program.
Attempting to Cook a New Dish Every Week for a Month
By: Lanie Brice ‘24
In March of this year, I moved across the street from a grocery store, and I realized that I no longer had an excuse to not try new food and make fun, healthy dishes for myself. I’d wanted to explore cooking for a while, but I’d been stuck in a rut of making the same roasted cauliflower and rice on rotation. I have worn the picky eater badge my whole life, and I decided that now would be the perfect time to work on it.
Being Muslim at USC: Experiences and Advice
By: Badruddin Mahamed ‘25
As a practicing Muslim, I faced many unique challenges during my first semester. With some preparation however, you're transition to life at USC as a Muslim student can be much less tumultuous than mine.
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.
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!
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!
Webb Tower vs Birnkrant: A Review of Apartment vs Dorm Living
By: Kristen Adams ‘25 and Kelsey Cheng ‘25
Choosing where to live while at USC can be a difficult feat, especially for freshmen. With four traditional freshman dorms, two freshman suites options, and four freshman apartments to choose from, the process of finding your best housing fit can be tiring and stressful. In this article, Kelsey and Kristen will be diving into their freshmen living experiences so that you can learn more about the good, the bad, and the ugly of the dorm experience versus the apartment experience at USC!
Homesick: Time to Make Your USC Home Your New Home
By: Sydney Fiorentino’24
As we are nearing the end of the semester, some of us just want to go home. For me, it has been a constant push for me to finish finals before wanting to jump on a plane. I have not been home since school started, but I have been lucky enough to see my family when they came down to Los Angeles for Thanksgiving. However, I know some of my friends have not gotten the chance to go home yet. While some of us may feel more homesick than others, it is hard to do things when you miss your old room or comfy bed or even family members.