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November 25, 2024

A Community of Empowerment: Women in Engineering

Engineering is often regarded as a realm of innovation, creativity, and problem-solving, shaping the very foundation of our modern world. Yet, for many young women stepping into this field, it’s…

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Academics Aerospace and Mechanical Campus Involvement Student Blog Viterbi Organizations Why USC

November 4, 2024

Finding Your Fit

Without a doubt, college can be a daunting experience. From wherever you call home, moving to USC and finding your purpose and space within an undergraduate pool of over 20,000…

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Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog Undergraduate Research Women In Engineering

October 8, 2024

Navigating the Daunting Field of Research at USC

Research can be a very daunting endeavor, especially for students with no prior experience or specific knowledge related to complicated labs. However, here at Viterbi School of Engineering, the transition…

Karissa Ginoza

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Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog Undergraduate Research

October 5, 2024

Cancer Research + Mechanical Engineering

Before I even arrived at USC, I knew I wanted to be involved in research as an undergraduate. Thankfully, Viterbi has programs for that specific purpose! CURVE, or the Center…

Hannah Fonseca

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October 1, 2024

Learning By Doing: My Favorite Type of Learning

Ever since I had learned about the field of engineering, my favorite aspect has always been its incredibly hands-on nature. Learning concepts and processes in class are essential to understand…

Karissa Ginoza

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Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog Viterbi Resources

September 8, 2024

Versatility and Practicality: The Extensive Scope of Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical engineering is among the broadest disciplines of engineering available to students. Its versatility allows individuals to pursue a wide range of interests and industries that best fits the student’s…

Karissa Ginoza

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Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog

August 28, 2024

Why I Chose Aerospace

My love for aerospace engineering began at a young age. It started when I joined the Boy Scouts at the local YMCA where I was able to build my own…

Dheer Divecha

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Academics Aerospace and Mechanical College Breaks Student Blog Women In Engineering

August 23, 2024

Keeping Busy Doesn’t Mean Boring: Summer Internships and Classes

This summer, I had the amazing opportunity to be a Development Intern at Mākena Golf & Beach Club on the beautiful island of Maui. Through this stellar experience, I gained…

Karissa Ginoza

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Academics Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog

July 19, 2024

A Day in the Life of a Viterbi Mechanical Engineering Student

It’s a Monday morning in beautiful Southern California, one of my busiest days of the week, but an exciting one nonetheless. I start my day at 9:00 am with a…

Hannah Fonseca

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Aerospace and Mechanical Life at USC Student Blog Why USC

July 10, 2024

Why USC: A New Kind of Paradise

As a Maui girl, I spent most of my life living in what many would consider “paradise:” magnificent beaches, beautiful mountains, daily surf sessions, and more. Little did I know,…

Karissa Ginoza

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Academics Aerospace and Mechanical Life at USC Student Blog Women In Engineering

July 8, 2024

A Plethora of Opportunities: Why I Chose Mechanical Engineering!

Hi! My name is Karissa Ginoza and I am currently a rising sophomore studying mechanical engineering with a pre-professional emphasis in medicine at the Viterbi School of Engineering. For as…

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Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog

February 14, 2024

A Look Into Mechanical Engineering – Victoria’s Favorite Classes

As a high school student, I had no idea what I wanted to major in. Everything was pointing me toward engineering; I loved math and science, problem-solving, and had an…

Victoria Pinkett

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