Parent Trap: The lucky ones


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“Parent Trap” is a feature that showcases the love stories of Trojan parents, as told by their kids. If your parents have a one-of-a-kind tale to tell, share it with us at [email protected]!   Throughout most of my life, I’ve never actually wondered how my parents fell in love. I don’t know why, but it was only […]

The 411 on the Snapchat Update


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Last week, Snapchat released its first major update in about a year, and it did not disappoint. Besides adding over 200 new stickers, the app introduced new audio and video calling capabilities. It’s a direct challenge to other popular messaging platforms such as Facebook Messenger and Slack, both of which have also recently focused efforts […]

Ask Tiffany: Love FOMO before the “diplomo”


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  I’m pretty sure I have a huge crush on my best friend, but I’m scared to tell him because I’m afraid he won’t feel the same way and it will ruin our friendship. Also, we’re seniors so I just don’t really see how this would even work out after graduating … what should I […]

Why YOU should care about health care


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If you’re still reading this article, kudos. A lot of 18- to 22-year-old college students already have most of their brain space consumed with issues more apropos to their age group — that WRIT 340 paper due tomorrow that you haven’t started, which frats are throwing parties this coming weekend or how you’re possibly going […]

#TBT to senior year of high school


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Last week, admissions letters for USC’s class of 2020 were sent out. Cardinal and gold envelopes were mailed all around the country — even around the world, and hopeful applicants tore them open to see if they had received an invitation to become a Trojan. Admission to USC’s freshman class was more selective than ever […]

Ask Tiffany: On being a good friend to a bad one


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My relationship with one of my best friends has fizzled over the past couple years. She’s dealing with a lot of personal problems, and while I am more than happy to be there for her, she has a tendency to lash out at those closest to her — she needs to bring those around her down […]

Tips and Tricks: Job Searching


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For college students, this time of year is associated with what seems like endless elevator pitches and handshakes. We’re gearing up for the summer and pulling out all the stops in hopes of landing employment opportunities and paving our careers. While it’s an exciting time, it can also be intimidating and overwhelming. But have no […]