Iran nuclear talks need to conclude


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Next week marks the deadline set last March by government officials to reach an agreement with Iran over its nuclear ambitions. With no framework set yet, it is difficult to imagine that an agreement will be reached between Iran and the West by the end of the month. With Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei looking […]

Teleportation during weekend travels


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It’s pretty easy to forget that there’s life outside of Paris. Thankfully, our amazing staff at the ACCENT center wouldn’t let us forget so easily. Two weekends ago, they organized a trip for all the USC students to travel south of the bustling city of lights. One hop, skip and a TGV (this stands for Train […]

MOOCs rise to the task of making college affordable, accessible and adaptable


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Nowadays, mass open online courses (MOOCs) could just be the answer to the rising barriers of attending college. In 2012, it cost the average student $33,716 to attend a four-year institution, when barely 20 years ago, it would have cost the same student just $15,306. MOOCs cater to those who cannot, or find it difficult […]

Bring fall to spring with a bowl of roasted butternut squash soup


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The first day of spring just passed, but it doesn’t mean we have to box up our favorite recipes from seasons past. During a trip to Ralph’s, I stumbled upon a package of pre-cut butternut squash which to me was very exciting because, firstly, butternut squash is extremely difficult to peel and cut, and secondly, […]

Five must-take classes to brighten up your fall schedule


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With registration fast approaching, you might be wondering what classes to take and how to craft a perfect schedule. If you’re a senior, odds are you’re going to have the freedom to take electives, and you most definitely should take advantage of the awesome classes USC has to offer. Here are five fun/popular/interesting classes you should […]

The quest to expand my horizons, both literally and figuratively


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Prior to setting foot in Italy, I had a lot of expectations for what my experience here would entail despite trying hard not to. I’d occasionally get asked, “What made you decide to study abroad?” and my answer would always include a jumble of responses. After speaking to other students who have been spending their […]

Tourney still fun without Trojans


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There’s always a minor sense of relief when the USC basketball team does not make the March Madness tournament. Obviously, I want to see USC in the tournament as much as any fan. But when the Trojans aren’t in the mix, I feel a little more freedom while filling out my bracket. The times ‘SC […]