Letter to the editor


USC should require flu shot “I hate needles, it’s going to hurt so bad.” “I don’t need the flu shot; it’s only for the elderly.” “I never get the flu; there’s no need for me to get the flu shot.” These are all quotes from my roommate, who until last week, when I forced her […]

USC’s flexible approach to bikes progressive


The walk to class every day is surprisingly tricky. Anyone who has walked on campus knows to be aware of the multitude of wheeled vehicles that weave precariously among pedestrians in a frenzied mesh of near-collisions and last-gasp rushes for the start of class. USC has had a longstanding bike problem, and the few changes […]

Christmas comes early this year with new Stella album


Stella Artois is wishing you a Happy Belated Halloween by giving you a free Christmas album. But really, who’s complaining? Log on to Stella’s website and you can grab a brand new collection of Christmas tunes inspired by Stella Artois’ 2010 “Originally Crafted for Christmas” commercial. The inspirational commercial followed an ice carving competition in which […]

Bank of America abandons plan for debit card fee


Bank of America announced Tuesday that it was dropping its plan to install a $5 monthly fee for using its debit cards after a month of outcry from customers. The backlash after BofA said in September it would start charging debit card holders the new fee included pledges to cancel accounts and move to credit […]

Pro recap — week 8


Minnesota Vikings defensive end Everson Griffen (Two tackles in a narrow 24-21 victory over Carolina.) Carolina Panthers center Ryan Kalil (Strong run game once again – 27 carries, 140 yards) Houston Texans linebacker Brian Cushing (The former rookie of the year had a pick, seven tackles and a pass defended in a 24-14 winning effort […]

Christian, Pulido show promise at weekend Invitational


In the inaugural Jack Kramer Invitational played this past weekend in Palos Verdes, Calif., two Women of Troy gained valuable experience that could pay off as the season progresses. Sophomore Kaitlyn Christian, who enjoyed much of her success playing doubles thus far, advanced to the semifinals, while junior Valeria Pulido played in her first collegiate […]