Shoutout to our First-Year Adventurers! |
A big shout out to all of our First-Year Adventurers who participated in our Spring Side Quest: Scavenger Hunt social in January! From teamwork and problem-solving to exploring iconic campus spots, it was amazing to see everyone bring their energy and Trojan spirit. We loved watching new connections form, and we can’t wait to see you at our upcoming events!
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FIRST-YEAR ADVISING EVENTS |
February Forecast: Mark your Calendars! |
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Join us at our upcoming events to learn more about course-planning, registration prep, and connect with Dornsife upperclassmen and alumni!
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Interested in planning ahead? Wonder what future semesters could look like? Then join us for Crafting Your Course Plan on Feb 5 at 6:00 PM! Map out your degree requirements, explore planning tools and build your long-term plan!
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Join us for Preparing for Summer & Fall Semester on Zoom on Feb 10 at 6:00 PM! We’ll cover registration reminders, summer coursework options, and opportunities like research, internships, and volunteer experiences!
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Curious about what upperclassmen and recent alumni wish they had known earlier? Join us for The Buzz on Feb 18 to hear honest advice, helpful tips, and real insights about the USC experience from college life to post-grad!
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These events are part of a freshman journey that prepares you for success next year and beyond. Check out this semester's roadmap of activities!
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BUILDING YOUR FALL SCHEDULE |
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Upcoming: Pre-Registration Advising! |
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Considering Summer classes? Thinking about what to take in the Fall? Pre-Registration Advising will begin on March 2nd! Meet with your FYA Advisor to catch up on this semester’s progress and plan for the next one!
For more information, monitor your USC email inbox for your advisor's invitation.
Once you receive your advisor's invitation to schedule an appointment, make sure to schedule and attend a mandatory Pre-Registration Advising Appointment before your permit to register date to ensure you register on time. To schedule, log into Advise USC and
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- Click on Schedule an Appointment
- Select your FYA Advisor's name as the advisor you wish to meet
- Choose topic Undergraduate Advice and subtopic Mandatory Advising
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Under Select Date and Time choose your desired date, time, and location
- Click Schedule to confirm your selection
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In the meantime, check out the below handouts to prepare!
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Spread the Joy, Trojan Style💌 |
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Tuesday, February 17 is Random Acts of Kindness Day! Here's a quick FYA challenge: Spread some Trojan kindness by doing one small act. It can be anything - send an encouraging text, hold the door, thank a professor or advisor, or simply check in on a friend. Small gestures can make a big difference!
Bonus points if you share it with us on Instagram and tag @USCDornsifeAdv so we can spread the joy. Let's make campus a little brighter together!
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Cooper Brown is a senior double major in East Asian Area Studies and Communication whose academic excellence and global experiences reflect a deep commitment to service, intercultural engagement, and inclusive storytelling. Driven by a passion for language, media, and cross-cultural connection, Cooper has pursued opportunities that bridge education and global awareness both inside and outside the classroom. Last semester, while studying abroad at Sophia University in Tokyo, he volunteered with World Vision Japan, supporting their Summer School program and working with Japanese elementary school students on activities addressing global issues such as poverty and child labor. Through language immersion, cultural exchange, and humanitarian work, Cooper embraced his final days abroad with curiosity, humility, and purpose—turning his international experience into one rooted in meaningful service.
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“Momentum has a way of carrying you somewhere meaningful.”
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When asked for advice to freshmen, Cooper shared: “As a first-year and beyond, you’ll face a lot of unfamiliar situations where you begin to question your own capability or readiness. When that happens, my advice is to make your body move before your mind catches up and convinces you not to try something new. In my experience, momentum has a way of carrying you somewhere meaningful.”
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Want To Shout Out Your Advisor? |
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Have a positive experience in First-Year Advising? Did you enjoy exploring a topic or finding the support you needed?
Give your First-Year Advisor a shoutout by sharing your feedback. We would love to hear from you!
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| FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Last day to drop a course without an official transcript "W"
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Last day to change a Pass/No Pass grading option back to Letter Grade. Only certain classes can be completed with a grade of "Pass."
FRIDAY, APRIL 10
Last day to drop a class with an official transcript "W"
MAY 2-5
Study days
MAY 6-13
Final examinations
MAY 13
Spring semester ends
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DORNSIFE FIRST-YEAR ADVISING (FYA) provides academic advising for entering freshman students in most Dornsife majors.
EMAIL fya@dornsife.usc.edu | PHONE (213) 740-2534 | OFFICE GFS 320 | WEB dornsife.usc.edu/advising/first-year-advising2
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