Despite concerns, Uber is safe to use
Uber, Campus Cruiser and other taxi services all require an everyday risk.
Video reveals bigger issues with greek life
Instead of blaming sororities for lack of diversity, point the finger at Hollywood.
It’s time to modernize our Web Registration
Perhaps one of the most stressful aspects of college life is registering for courses and organizing a class schedule. As if stressing about homework, exams and papers is not enough, the process of registering for classes with USC’s Web Registration adds another layer of pressure and hassle each semester. Web Registration, to be frank, is […]
To hiring managers: send a rejection letter
“Overworked and un(der) paid” has tragically been dubbed the unofficial college intern’s mantra. As interns are desperate to gain work experience in an increasingly competitive workplace, their treatment in the hiring process is more often ignored. And the shocking lack of response when it comes to applications — many interns do not even receive rejection […]
Banning microaggressions isn’t cure-all
Excluding microaggressions from academic discourse stifles students’ growth.
College athletes need to be compensated for efforts
The University profits off of superstars like Cody Kessler, but players are not paid.
Major choice shouldn’t define career
This week I faced a major minor problem. As in, I no longer have a minor. I am now only a journalism major, and for some reason I feel like that’s a huge issue. Since stepping foot onto the University Park Campus, I have been told about the overwhelming opportunities USC provides for anyone interested […]
Ban on smoking is ineffective, ignores international students
In a historic anti-smoking move, the California State Senate voted last Thursday to increase the smoking age to 21 and prohibit e-cigarettes from public places that ban traditional smoking. The motion to restrict the presence of smoking echoes an institutional shift toward non-smoking, especially in higher education. Earlier this month, the University of Hawai’i at […]
In the wake of new policies, USC needs to be smoke-free
On Aug. 27, the California Senate approved a package of six bills restricting tobacco use. Most notable of the six was a motion to raise the smoking age in the state from 18 to 21, which would directly affect students on college campuses. Due to the many health hazards associated with cigarettes, universities, especially USC, […]
LAX move is a win, but security checks are needed
In an era of divided politics, so-called millennial disenchantment and historically low voter turnout in local and state races, especially within Los Angeles, I feel compelled to contribute to some sort of positive change. But it’s easy for millennials to feel lost and outnumbered by the growing crowd of lackluster politicians who offer hollow promises […]