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Viterbi Voices: The Podcast
Welcome to life at the USC Viterbi School of Engineering. Classes, student organizations, faculty, research, hands-on projects, and don't forget our social lives outside of class - it's all up for discussion with regular appearances and interviews with special guests. Viterbi Voices: The Podcast is hosted by Paul Ledesma (Executive Director, Undergraduate Admission) and current student Hannah Fonseca (Mechanical Engineering, Class of 2027).
Viterbi Voices: The Podcast
Black Student Lives in Engineering at USC Viterbi
In this episode, Taylor interviews Carlton (CSBA '27), Cecil (Mech '24, M.S. Aero '25), Eliana (ISE '26), and Rachel Amir (BME '24) about their lives and time at Viterbi. They discuss why they chose USC, involvements , finding community at Viterbi, DEI programs and initiatives, and advice for current and incoming students. Lessons and advice in this podcast are important and applicable for any incoming student regardless of identity.
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If you are thinking about applying for Fall 2026, check out all of our events for you at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/events. Virtual, On-Campus, and Near You - Live Chats with Students, Faculty Roundtables for Your Major, Info Sessions, and our Large Open House on October 19!
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