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Freeze frame


Freshmen Valerie Kim, Yul Kim, Grace Chun and Gloria Yi (left to right) eat at the newly opened Yogurtland in University Gateway. The popular frozen yogurt eatery opened its doors Tuesday, providing students with another dining option near campus.

’Rental space


Jose Ruiz (left) and Ortiz Salavador set up the registration tent for Trojan Parents Weekend. Parents weekend will include an address by President C.L. Max Nikias, among other events.

Decorated


Sgt. Aaron R. Pryor, a freshman majoring in communication, receives the Navy Achievement Medal from Col. A.E. Ingersoll III for outstanding performance in his previous unit.

Musical chairs


The USC Thornton Wind Ensemble performs at Bovard Auditorium on Sunday. The group played works by American Composers Morton Gould, Donald Grantham, Leonard Bernstein and David Mairs, including “American Salute” and “On the Waterfront.”

Fueling the debate


Evan Gillespie, the regional representative for the Sierra Club in California, speaks at a meeting Tuesday for Beyond Coal, a student group dedicated to reducing USC’s dependence on coal. The group hopes to work with President C.L. Max Nikias to reach its goals. Heather Lee | Daily Troja

Spice it up


Ortal Ullman, a freshman majoring in health and humanity, attends the first meeting of Tommy’s Kitchen, USC’s culinary arts club. The first meeting featured Indian food.

Sweet serenade


Abram St. Amand Poliakof, a sophomore majoring in vocal arts performance, prepares for his audition for the Trojan Men, ana capella singing group, as Daniel Weidlen plays the piano. Students tried out for a capella groups this week in Taper Hall.

Bon voyage


Erini Blakey, a senior majoring in anthropology, talks to a student about studying abroad in Madrid at the Study Abroad Fair on Trousdale Parkway Wednesday. The Office of Overseas Studies offers study abroad programs in more than 50 locations and for all majors and minors.

Playing games


USC Interactive Media students feature their new ideas and innovative games at the Gaming/Interactive Showcase Tuesday night in The Forum of the Ronald Tutor Campus Center, as part of the grand opening celebration.