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March 1, 2025

Why USC is STILL the Right Pick for Me

Photo: An exhibit I visited at The Broad in DTLA! A little less than a year ago, I wrote about why choosing USC was a no-brainer for me. Now, with…

Cecilia Betancourt

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January 31, 2025

My Journey in Leadership and Involvement at USC

From the moment I stepped onto USC's campus, I knew I wanted to be deeply involved in organizations that would not only enrich my college experience but also allow me…

Ayomide Ajayi

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Academics Life at USC On Campus Student Blog

December 9, 2024

Freshman Year: A Reflection

Image: My POV from my favorite spot to lay on campus -- look at how gorgeous it is with the blue sky! As I wrap up my first semester as…

Cecilia Betancourt

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Life at USC On Campus Student Blog

October 14, 2024

From Calculus to Community: My Freshman Journey as a USC Engineer

Starting my journey at USC as a freshman in mechanical engineering was both exhilarating and overwhelming. From the moment I stepped on campus, I knew I was in for a…

Jeet Madnani

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October 13, 2024

Living in the Village

As an honors student, I had the opportunity to live in McCarthy Honors College during my freshman year, and now, as a sophomore, I’m living in Cowlings and Ilium. My…

Hansini Ramachandran

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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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On Campus Student Blog Trojan Family

September 15, 2024

Hopping off the plane at LAX: Freshman Year at USC

“I hopped off the plane at LAX With a dream and my cardigan Welcome to the land of fame excess (woah) Am I gonna fit in?” The song coursed through…

Ishaani Pradeep

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Campus Involvement On Campus Student Blog

September 15, 2024

A Freshman’s Journey at USC

My freshman year experience started out a bit differently than many USC students. As a black engineering student, I had the amazing opportunity to be a part of a summer…

Naya Williams

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Life at USC On Campus Student Blog

September 14, 2024

A Guide to My Favorite Food on Campus!

If you’re anything like I was when picking a college, great food options are a big deal. While the dining halls are handy, having some variety is always a plus…

Riley Ashford

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On Campus Student Blog

September 1, 2024

Reminiscing on my Freshman Year

I can't believe I'm a senior already! The journey here has been a blast (definitely challenging but ultimately rewarding). Starting my last year here has me thinking about when I…

Kaleigh Ray

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On Campus Student Blog

September 1, 2024

From the Hudson Valley to Hollywood: My Freshman Experience at USC

Throughout high school, I knew I wanted to go to college in a big city, so I was nothing short of ecstatic when I found out I got accepted into…

Riya Shenoy

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Civil and Environmental Life at USC On Campus Student Blog

August 30, 2024

Freshman Year at USC: Discovering What Works Best For You

“Kevin, aren’t you going to fall off of your bed with it being this high?” my mom asked worriedly as I moved into my lofted dorm in the McCarthy Honors…

Kevin Kumar

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