USC Marshall School of Business

Areas of Interest at USC Marshall:

1. Close-Knit Relationships with Professors/Faculty

2. Fall football

3. Professor’s Passion/Understanding for what they’re teaching us

4. Learning About International Commerce program

5. On campus recruiting/informational sessions by prominent companies

What Made You Choose to Attend USC Marshall?

What you learn in Marshall carries you in the classroom and beyond. Each and every teacher is so experienced and passionate in what they’re teaching and they truly are there to help you. It also gives you a well-rounded education because as part of your graduation requirement, you dip your toes in many different areas of Marshall and Leventhal and maybe you’ll end up liking something you never knew you would!

Advice you wish you had known while applying to college:

I had a lot of friends apply to tons and tons of schools that they knew they would never attend, thus here’s my advice: don’t apply to a school unless you absolutely know you would go there. Frankly, it’s not worth it to spend that much time (and money) on something you’re not even that passionate about. It’s quality over quantity, who cares if you apply to 3 or 13 schools, as long as you feel absolutely confident that you would attend the school you’re applying to, then the process is all worth it and you wont wind up in a situation you’re not totally content with. Also, don’t be afraid of the term “Spring Admit” or even of transferring. When I was admitted as a spring admit, of course I was upset, but excited because it still meant I got in. It doesn’t matter when you start at USC because in the end you’re going to graduate with a diploma that won’t have any indication that you transferred or even entered as a spring admit.

USC activities/general hobbies:

Member of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, Weekly internship in McKay Center, Watching USC football/basketball

Why do you love Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is a mecca of everything you can ever want. Every inch of it is full of vibrant colors, exciting things to do, and amazing and interesting people. If you want to do something, as bizarre or outlandish as it may be, Los Angeles is the place to do it. As a result of this diversity, there are numerous career opportunities and ways to further expand your horizons and grow both intellectually and as a person.

Share a definitive freshman moment at USC:

About two weeks into school I was walking down the steps from the bookstore with my new books in hand, the band was practicing, and it was the first moment I actually realized I went to USC and was no longer just a fan, but an actual student.

Favorite USC Marshall class:

Learning about International Commerce, Buenos Aires class