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Chisom Obioha

  • Undergraduate Student Ambassador

Class of: 2025
Major: Business Administration

Chisom Obioha

Programs

Undergraduate

What are your areas of interest at USC and Marshall?
Finance, Global Business, and Environmental Sustainability

What made you choose to attend USC Marshall?
At Marshall, I have the opportunity to start my business curriculum from Day 1. Though competitive, Marshall is a very collaborative environment where I get to learn from not only my professors but my classmates as well. Furthermore, USC Marshall emphasizes global learning which enhances our education beyond the classroom. Getting to live and learn in Los Angeles, I am to immerse myself to a diverse city, with limitless opportunities for business, cultural exposure and personal engagement.

What advice do you wish you had known while applying to college?
Be authentic. Let your resume speak for itself and use the essays and short responses as a way to show off parts of you and your personality that may not be known otherwise. Don't get caught up in trying to figure out what admissions want to hear, talk about your hobbies, perspectives, or any experience that makes you, you.

What are your USC activities/general hobbies?
On campus, I am an Marshall Student Ambassador, a member of the Trojan Investing Society and the Marshall Women's Leadership Board. My general hobbies include traveling, going to the beach, hanging with friends, watching movies, as well as cooking and reading.

Why do you love Los Angeles?
The weather, its always sunny :) There are so many beaches or places to explore, plus the arts scene here is amazing. From live music performances to art viewings, there are so many fun things to do. Plus, the food scene is insane, there is always a new restaurant or cafe to try.

What global experiences have you taken part in at USC? Please list all Marshall International Trips you have attended, include program name(s) and location(s).
During freshman year, I got to be part of the Global Leadership Program.

What is your favorite USC Marshall Class and why?
So far, my favorite class has been the Global Leadership Program (GLP). Every week we get to hear from amazing guest speakers and learn about their industry and what it took to get them to where they are. We also focus on leadership development and learn about how we can use our strengths to work better not as only as leaders but team members as well.