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Ashley Harkness

I am studying Mechanical Engineering and I am from Aurora, CO. I will be graduating with the class of 2029. I am currently involved with the USC Racing Team as a Powertrain Engineer, which is a student organization dedicated to designing, building, and racing an F1 race car. Outside of engineering, I am the founder and president of Dream on 3 at USC, a club dedicated to making sports-related dreams come true for kids with life-altering diseases. I also participate in club beach volleyball.

Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog Viterbi Class

January 14, 2026

Surviving (No!)… Thriving in Mechanical Engineering

When I tell people I’m a mechanical engineering major, I often receive one response: “Wow, I feel terrible for you, that’s awful. I don’t know how you survive”. I never…

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Life at USC Off Campus Student Blog

January 12, 2026

If Found, Return to Hermosa Beach

My favorite part of LA is about 20 miles southwest of USC’s campus, and it’s honestly my home away from home: Hermosa Beach! While there are so many options for…

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