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Ask a Trojan: Class Schedules

By: Anna Lipscomb ‘19

Hi there! Thanks for the great question - picking classes can be both an exciting and slightly stressful time. Here are my tips for you:

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Ask a Trojan: Getting Help from Professors

By: Cole Sullivan ‘18

Hi Isabella! Thanks for your great question. I know you’re considering applying to USC next year and making sure you’ll be able to do your best academically is a really important factor when you look at colleges. The short answer to your question is: YES! It’s so easy to get help from professors when you’re having difficulty with something…all you have to do is ask!

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Problems without Passports in China

By: Anna Lipscomb ‘19

There is something about being abroad - whether it’s for a few days or a few months - that changes the way you view the world. It’s the new sights, sounds, smells, and experiences you encounter every moment that stick with you and constantly remind you that there is always more to explore.

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Sun’s Out Buns Out: How to Beat the Heat in LA

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

For one, go to The Beach! A fast cure from the summer heat is a trip to the beach! Check out my blg post West Coast Best Coast for the 6 Must-Visit Beaches in sunny California. I love taking a self-care day and heading to the beach with my girls. Whether you simply want to lay out and soak in the sunshine or take a dip in the ocean here are some of the things you can do at the beach.

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What Your Summer Housing Says About You

By: Kelly Kinas ‘16

Now that graduation as passed and the summer months are upon us, a majority of USC’s population is scattered across the country. Whether you’re back home or chilling in student housing over the summer or even in a brand new city for an internship, THIS is what your summer housing and living situation says about you (from a random USC student’s opinion)!

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The Smoothest Move-In

By: Grace Carballo ‘17

Moving in with someone is a big step in any relationship, so not matter how well you know your soon-to-be roommate, it’s perfectly natural to be a little nervous. Whether you met through mutual friends, knew each other in high school, found common ground in your generic posts in the USC Class of 2020 facebook group, or both opted for the “random roommate” in an admirable leap of faith, there’s no way you know what it will be like to live with them until you actually do.

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SC Spotlight: Musical Theatre Repertory (MTR)

By: Kelly Kinas ‘16

Ever feel like you need more musical theatre in your life? Good, so it’s not just me! Obviously because USC is amazing at everything, we have an extremely strong theatre and music program put on here by the university. But what about the superbly talented students who want to create the production from the ground up? HAVE NO FEAR. THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU (or a place for you to watch really talented people sing and act while you secretly eat a power bar).

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USC Fashion Blogger Taylor Jean Gorski

By: Samantha Romero ‘16

For some people picking out an outfit can seem like a bore but for Journalism major and fashion blogger Taylor Jean, it is a form of art to express yourself. From fashion advice for students on the go to major trend spotting at this year’s Coachella read more about Taylor’s fashionable advice below in a one on one Q & A with the fashionista.

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10 Throwback Items You Didn’t Know You Needed Right Now

By: Judy Lee ‘17

Sometimes I sit there, miserably, and wonder what could possibly make me feel better. A slice of cake/pizza? Usually. But sometimes, there are voids that can’t be filled by anything other than your childhood. Here are some things that sounds really nice to have right now.

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