ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Abigail Gregg (class of 2015) has Bachelors degrees in Anthropology and Creative Writing from the University of Southern California. In her four years of undergraduate education she conducted research on food systems' cultural roles both abroad and in south Los Angeles. She is currently pursuing a Master's Degree in Policy and Administration in … [Read more...] about Consuming the Self: History and Identity in Bahian Street Food
Archives for February 2014
Girls on Film: The Archetypes in Comedies
Recently, I watched the entire one season series, "Freaks and Geeks," which was a television show about high school. The characters were well-developed, it was hilarious, and extraordinarily realistic. Thinking on it, most films and television shows about high school are pretty popular. Some that come to mind include "Mean Girls," "Breakfast Club," "Clueless," etc. I think one … [Read more...] about Girls on Film: The Archetypes in Comedies
To Take or Not To Take: The Ethics in Harvesting Cadaver Organs
Nethika Ariyasinghe is from Waco, Texas. She graduated with her BS in Biomedical Engineering in May 2013 and currently is a Ph.D student in Biomedical Engineering at USC. In her free time, she enjoys running and exploring Los … [Read more...] about To Take or Not To Take: The Ethics in Harvesting Cadaver Organs
Daily Art: Power of Design
It is no secret that LA transportation has gone through some recent changes with new buses and trains around the city. LA Metro in particular has been doing its fair share in trying to make public transportation more enjoyable for the public eye. Last week I went to Roski TALKS to hear the first and only Creative Director in the history of the company of LA Metro, Michael … [Read more...] about Daily Art: Power of Design
The Book Is on the Table: Students and Social Movements
Attending college is supposed to encompass more than taking classes to improve a skill and socializing with others at parties. Universities aim to foster a community of students who will surpass the common achievements of undergrads and reach for what’s most important and most difficult: to make a lasting impact in the world and change lives. USC tries to create space for … [Read more...] about The Book Is on the Table: Students and Social Movements