Dornsife Trojan Talk

Join us as we discuss the experience of being a double major and or having a concentration within a major at Dornsife, from the perspectives of both a graduating senior and a first-year freshman. In today's episode, our guests share how they chose their majors and the invaluable guidance they've received from Dornsife advisors, faculty, and staff along the way.

Calling all Dornsife Transfer Applicants! Spend some time with three of our very own Dornsife Transfer Ambassadors as we talk about transfer experiences, resources, advising, and how to thrive on campus as a Trojan transfer student.

In this episode, Dornsife Admission staff answers all of your questions about applying to USC Dornsife, majors/minors, and everything relating to the Dornsife student experience.

Our virtual Discover Dornsife session provides an overview of majors and involvement opportunities focusing on the Pre-Health. Current students share their experiences engaging with academic life through the Dornsife community.

In this episode, Dornsife Admission staff and a group of our own first generation Dornsife Trojans speak about their experiences applying to college as the first in their own families. Dornsife academics, experiences, and areas of support are also addressed.

Our virtual Discover Dornsife session provides an overview of majors and involvement opportunities focusing on the Social Sciences and Humanities. Current students share their experiences engaging with academic life through the Dornsife community.

Our virtual Discover Dornsife session provides an overview of majors and involvement opportunities focusing on the Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Current students share their experiences engaging with academic life through the Dornsife community.

In this episode, Dornsife Admission staff answers all of your questions about applying to USC Dornsife, majors/minors, and everything relating to the Dornsife student experience.

Our virtual Discover Dornsife session provides an overview of majors and involvement opportunities focusing on the Social Sciences and Humanities. Current students share their experiences engaging with academic life through the Dornsife community.

Our virtual Discover Dornsife session provides an overview of majors and involvement opportunities focusing on the Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Current students share their experiences engaging with academic life through the Dornsife community.

What college classes would pre-med students engage in – and how difficult are these classes? How can students get involved in research and health-related volunteer work at USC? A panel of current Pre-Health students, faculty, and staff will discuss the advising resources and involvement opportunities available to USC pre-health students and will answer your questions about preparing for a career in the health professions.

We know that the transfer college application process can be a stressful time, so we're here to help! We're joined by two of our Dornsife Transfer Ambassadors to talk about the Dornsife transfer experience and strategies on how to best navigate the process.

We know that the college application process can be a stressful time, so we're here to help! We're joined by Rufo, a current USC Dornsife student to talk about USC Dornsife application updates and strategies on how to best navigate the process.

This episode focuses on resources for BIPOC students at USC, centered around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join two of our Dornsife Admission interns as they discuss their own experiences and where they found community.

Ever wondered if what you've heard about USC is true? Join our hosts as they confirm and bust popular opinions of both USC and USC Dornsife.

We know that the college application process can be a stressful time, so we're here to help! We're joined by Joe, a current USC Dornsife student to talk about USC Dornsife application updates and strategies on how to best navigate the process.

In our second summer mini-episode, we are joined by Zion, a rising senior and current intern in the USC Dornsife Office of Admission and Student Success. Zion and Mark discuss resources for our new incoming students to take advantage of as they become the next class of Dornsife Trojans!

In the first of two mini-episodes of the summer, we talk to the directors of the Dornsife Ambassador and Dornsife Transfer Ambassador Programs run by the USC Dornsife Office of Admission and Student Success. Learn about why these programs exist, who they serve, and how to get involved in them as a USC student!

In our final episode of Fall 2021, we put our DTT podcast co-host Anusha in the spotlight to reflect back on her USC career, look ahead to what's next, and to say farewell to our audience and USC Dornsife.

Ever wanted to know the best food spot on campus? The best hidden gems at USC? The best game-day traditions? Join a group of USC Dornsife students as they reveal the best of these topics and more.

In the final part of our Transitioning to College series, we talk with one of our Dornsife Spring Admits about their transition to college. Learn about what their move to USC was like, how they found community, and great advice for our new students!

We're back for Season 2! Kicking off the same way we started in Season 1, we're joined by two current USC Dornsife students about what it's like to apply to USC Dornsife as a prospective student. Application tips, tricks, and advice by those that know best!

Our hosts talk with some of our International Dornsife Ambassadors about their experience applying to USC Dornsife and how they adjusted to life in the United States.

In the second of our three-part series, join us as we talk to two USC Dornsife transfer students about their transition to college. Learn about what the move to USC was like, how they found community, and even great places to check out in Los Angeles!

In the first of our three-part series, join us as we talk to two USC Dornsife students about their transition to college as freshman. Learn about what the move from high school to college was like, how they found community, and even great places to check out in Los Angeles!

On this episode, our host talks with Noel, the co-director of the Dornsife Transfer Ambassador Program (DTAP) along with three current Dornsife transfer students about their journey to USC. Hear about the application process along with what students did to get acclimated to their new campus environment. This episode is for both prospective and admitted transfer students.

You've been admitted to USC… congratulations! Now you're probably wondering, how do I choose where to go for college? This podcast episode features three current students sharing their college decision journey, and what steps they took to find their fit at USC Dornsife.

The Freshman Science Honors Program (F.S.H.) is an alternate learning program that includes special events, small labs, academic support, and a lively student community. F.S.H. staff and students join our hosts to talk about the basics of the program and what value it can bring to new students.

On this episode, Mark talks with three freshman Thematic Option students (Allison, Alisha, Matt) about their experience so far in the T.O. program. Topics include ways to discover the program, favorite classes, adapting to a virtual environment, and much more!

Thematic Option (T.O.), an alternate general education program based in interdisciplinary learning, is one of the most intriguing experiences offered at USC Dornsife. Join our hosts, along with Executive Director Dr. Rich Edinger and Dornsife student Samantha, in a discussion about T.O., the community built in the program, and information about the application and informational sessions.

On our final episode of 2020, hosts Mark and Anusha go through the most frequently asked questions received at our Fall virtual events. If you have a question as a prospective student, you're likely to hear an answer here!

Classes and majors are great but what do our students do outside of the classroom? If you have an interest in research, study abroad, service learning, or internships, this is the episode for you! Join us along with our guests Colleen, Sofia, and Tommy as we discuss the variety of experiential opportunities available at the Dornsife College.

Looking for advice on how to prepare your application to be a Pre-Health student at USC? Are you considering a career in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physical therapy or other health professions? Join us along with our guests, G and Jo, as we discuss classes, opportunities, and the preparation they took to thrive as Pre-Health students at USC Dornsife.

The big question on everyone's mind when they choose a major to apply to is about the careers they can pursue after graduating. We talk with co-host Anusha about her USC Dornsife major and how she is connecting Dornsife experiences and resources to her future career. We are also joined by Octavio Avila, Director of the Dornsife Career Pathways office, who talks to us about the approach prospective students can take to the career development process.

We know that the college application process can be a stressful time, so we're here to help! Our guests are Zion and Sahil, two current USC Dornsife students who recently went through the application process themselves. Join us as we talk about USC Dornsife updates, new additions to the Common Application, and strategies on how to best navigate the process.