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FYE Kickoff Social's winning trivia team
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Last month Dornsife students met for our inaugural FYE Kickoff Social. They enjoyed grub, giveaways, and the company of new friends. Prizes went to trivia winners, the Trojan Baddies!
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Thanks to all who joined our first First-Year Experience (FYE) event! Those who participate in 4 or more FYE events this semester (one of which can be a Campus Partner Event) will win a special prize!
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Want to learn about majors and minor options? Then join our next event, EXPLORING MAJORS & MINORS, this Wednesday, September 27, 5:00-6:00 PM at SLH 200. Click below to RSVP. See you there!
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FYA CONNECTION
Ready to Register!
It's time to meet with your First-Year Advisor to reflect on the fall and choose spring courses! Before enrolling when Permits to Register open, students must first complete Pre-Registration Advisement. Check your email for instructions from your advisor, or click below to reserve an appointment.
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RESOURCE HIGHLIGHT
Navigating Imposter Syndrome
Starting at a new college can feel like a small fish swimming in a big pond. Maybe you compare yourself to others and think you fall short. This sense of inadequacy is called "Imposter Syndrome” and you are not alone! This can affect anyone, even the most accomplished individuals.
Here are some tips:
- Instead of self-doubt, seek support from your First-Year Advisor, your professors, and counseling services.
- Kortschak Center has resources to build self-confidence, set goals, and achieve success.
- Explore Student Organizations & Clubs to create a network of friends and mentors.
- Remember: you deserve to be here.
Your presence at USC is proof of your potential. We believe in you and are excited to partner with you on your journey!
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHTSHealing Homesickness
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It’s Week 6 and you feel it: a longing for home. Homesickness is normal, and advice from fellow students can help weather the storm.
- Identify when homesickness flares up. Anticipate homesickness on special occasions or after seeing family, such as Trojan Family Weekend.
- Find reminders of home like old music, photos, or even using Google Earth to walk through your hometown. But beware: sometimes it’s better to distract yourself instead.
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- Ease culture shock. Connect with peers in Student Equity and Inclusion Programs who share your culture or identity. Try restaurants with familiar cuisines and comfort foods.
- Reach out! There are resources to help. Call friends and loved ones. You may not want to worry them, but opening up can be a huge relief.
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Click below to download this article. For more on homesickness, visit USC's student blog Trojans360.
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Upcoming Events
WED, SEPT 27 5:00-6:00 PM
First-Year Experience (FYE) | Exploring Majors & Minors (RSVP)*
FRI, SEPT 29 5:00-9:30 PM
Student Equity & Inclusion | USC PrideFest*
Events with an asterisk* may count toward an FYE prize! Visit FYE for details.
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Registration Dates
FRI, OCT 6
Last day to drop a course without official transcript "W" -- mark of "W" will only appear on internal USC records
FRI, OCT 6
Last day to change Pass/No Pass to Letter Grade
FRI, NOV 10
Last day to drop a class with an official transcript "W"
NOV 22-26
Thanksgiving Break
FRI, DEC 1
Fall Semester classes end
DEC 2-5
Study days
DEC 6-13
Final examinations
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