While my freshman year took place entirely online, I know what it’s like to start a new school with no friends. It can be daunting to walk up to people and start a conversation without knowing how they’ll respond.

I hope everyone had a nice summer break! Just like the first day of classes is getting closer, so is the Trojan Welcome Experience! In the week before classes officially start, there’s new events every day to introduce you to the school, allow you to meet fellow Trojans, and celebrate the start of a new semester.

By: Ela Rybak ‘25

I always dreamed of being a Trojan. I know it sounds cliché, but I truly set my heart on it as a young girl growing up in Los Angeles. After moving into my apartment near campus, everything moved so fast: one second I was attending convocation in my future graduation gown, and the next, I was sitting in my first official university classes. I couldn’t believe all my hard work finally paid off and that attending USC was finally a reality!

By: Sanaa Alam ’25

I read many of these types of articles when I committed to USC, but sometimes the best way to learn is by living. For any incoming freshman, don’t be afraid to make your own mistakes and learn through your experiences—there’s no right way to do college.

By: Ngai Yeung ‘23

Being a massive school, USC has plenty of opportunities for students hoping to publish their writing. Here’s 25 student publications to get you started.

By: Sydney Fiorentino ‘24

Cooking and meal preparation can be difficult, especially as a college student… But if you are ever indecisive about what you want to eat, look no further! Here are my top five places to eat in the Village.

By: Nancy Aguilar ‘22

Now that summer is around the corner, here are some pre-2000s movie recommendations that are a must!

By: Nancy Aguilar ‘22

A brief introduction to live streaming and the gaming community on our very own USC. Enjoy!

By: Lanie Brice ‘24

Summer is finally in sight past the last few days of finals season, and that means that we’ll finally have time to get back to our favorite hobbies that fell by the wayside during the semester.

By: Lanie Brice ‘24

If you’re anything like me, you’ll never own enough stationary. You follow Notebook Therapy on Instagram, or you can’t walk past a gift store without discovering a notebook you have to have. I mean, you can never have too many notebooks, right?

By: Catherine Chen ‘24

Whether you enjoy watching improv, improvising yourself, or want to learn more about both, USC has something to offer you! There are multiple improv groups on campus, as well as several classes you can take to advance your improvisation skills.

By: Sian Salazar ‘25 (Guest Blogger)

It’s kind of shocking to me that we only have 3 weeks left in the school year. This semester flew by so incredibly fast. Since we’re running out of time, I’ve put together a little guide on how to spend our last couple of weeks here at USC before we have to say goodbye (just for the summer, though!).