Pac-12 schedule needs to improve


After a vicious September, the Trojan football team was treated to a much friendlier October. Whether it was an easier schedule, a change at quarterback, a blitzing defense or a combination of all of these factors, the Trojans took care of business throughout this month. The Trojans’ schedule this month was definitely an advantage compared […]

Violent media fuels negativity


As the presidential election closes in, the barrage of news detailing the newest scandal becomes all the more rapid. What begins as a scan of your Facebook newsfeed or a few clicks on your favorite website unravels into an inexorable descent. After several minutes or several hours, we finally breach the surface, gasping for air, […]

Men’s water polo takes care of Claremont-Mudd-Scripps


With Thursday’s 22-2 win over Claremont- Mudd- Scripps in the rear view mirror, the No. 3 ranked USC Men’s Water Polo team can now focus all of its attention towards Saturday’s clash against No. 2 Cal. The straight-forward victory served as an ideal tune-up for what is likely the most anticipated matchup of the season to […]

Sips Tea: How Living Alone Changed My Life


This year marks my second year living alone. To some people, the words “living alone” might seem scary, but I’m here to tell you why going “solo dolo” could be the next best decision you make. It worked out for Beyonce and trust me, it can work out for you too. My college living journey […]

Studying Abroad as a Person of Color


About a week ago, I was sitting in McDonald’s (A.K.A. MacDo) writing an essay. One thing I clearly remember was the various music being played in the loudspeaker. I heard music sung in Hindi, English, Arabic and Spanish all within a span of an hour. McDonald’s — which is really good here, by the way — […]