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Student Blog Undergraduate Research

October 4, 2024

Computer Science + Alzheimer’s Research: My CURVE Experience!

During my freshman year, I was lucky enough to dive into research as an undergraduate researcher through the Center for Undergraduate Research in Viterbi Engineering (CURVE). CURVE is one of…

Riley Ashford

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Biomedical Campus Involvement Student Blog

October 2, 2024

From Concept to Practice: The Hands-On Viterbi Experience

There is a plethora of ways that I have been able to engage in hands-on work in Viterbi. Whether through my courses, outside projects, competitions, or research, I have been…

Gerson Estrada

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Academics Aerospace and Mechanical Student Blog Viterbi Class Viterbi Resources

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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Academics Campus Involvement On Campus Student Blog

September 30, 2024

Learning Through Rocketry

As an Electrical and Computer Engineering student with a strong interest in working with physical hardware in industry, one of my primary goals at USC has been to gain hands-on…

Cecilia Betancourt

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Campus Involvement Student Blog Viterbi Organizations

September 30, 2024

Make-a-Thon: Hands-on Problem Solving

At USC, we have the opportunity to engage in hands-on experiences in the classroom and through student organizations. Each spring semester, the Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering hosts a Make-a-Thon,…

Ashly Lam

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Academics Engineering Plus Student Blog

September 30, 2024

Engineering Plus: GE’s and 2-Unit Courses

Throughout my time at USC, I have had the opportunity to explore disciplines beyond engineering. In a seminar course focused on literature, I read and discussed iconic American classics like…

Ashly Lam

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Campus Involvement Engineering Plus Life at USC Student Blog

September 30, 2024

Clubs and jobs, oh my!

If you’ve ever been to one of my live chats or info sessions, you’ve probably heard me yap a lot about all of the things I do on campus. Many…

Anna Hsu

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Abroad Experiences College Breaks Student Blog

September 28, 2024

Abroad in Amsterdam

The Study Abroad programs USC offers are unlike any other school. At USC, you are not limited to the Study Abroad programs within your specialization (Viterbi Study Abroad), but you’re…

Hannah Fonseca

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Housing at USC Life at USC Student Blog

September 26, 2024

Choosing My Freshman Home: The Big Housing Decision

As a freshman at USC, I had three housing options: suite-style, traditional dorms, or apartment-style. After hours of back-and-forth with my future roommate (who I met on Instagram), we finally…

Cecilia Betancourt

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Academics Student Blog Viterbi Class

September 22, 2024

Hands On Experience: Cybersecurity!

As a first-year engineering student, I remember being so eager to dive into the world of technology and innovation through cybersecurity - something I grew a passion for in high…

Alexa Garcia

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Student Blog Trojan Family Viterbi Resources

September 21, 2024

WikiHow to get Professional Experience

How LinkedIn became my Best Friend As I clicked download on the App Store, little did I know this app would become my new hyperfixation. Learning occurs in your classes,…

Ishaani Pradeep

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Black Engineers Diversity and Inclusion Student Blog

September 21, 2024

My Experience as a Woman of Color in Engineering

As a black woman studying mechanical engineering, I am one of the most underrepresented demographics in this field. When people ask, "What’s it like to be a woman of color…

Naya Williams

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