Synopsis
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 - its all up for discussion with regular appearances and interviews with special guests. Viterbi Voices: The Podcast is hosted by Paul Ledesma (Director, Undergraduate Admission) and current student Rhea Choudhury (Biomedical Engineering, Class of 2019).
Episodes
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Cybersecurity and Forensics Club with Kate, Ayman and Cameron
18/10/2017 Duration: 01h02minIn this episode, we talk to Kate, Cameron and Ayman about their experiences in the field of Cybersecurity and Forensics. Listen in to hear about how they got involved in cybersecurity in the first place, the future of digital hacking, and some best practices for protecting your private information online.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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The Freshman Experience with Alfonso, Chloe, Kousheyo and Jake
06/10/2017 Duration: 36minIn this episode, Rhea talks to four freshmen about their first month here at USC. Join her for a discussion about adjusting to college life from high school, living in dorms on campus, meeting new people and favorite memories in these few weeks alone, both on and off campus.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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IEEE with Daniel and Yifang
27/09/2017 Duration: 35minIn this episode, two students, Daniel and Yifang, discuss their involvements with IEEE, the USC chapter of the worldwide professional organization for electronics and electrical engineers. We talk about their potential career paths, the programming their organization puts together, and how every buzzy tech word essentially begins with electrical engineers.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Mechanical Engineering and NASA with Dr. Paul Ronney
15/09/2017 Duration: 01h17minIn this episode, we talk with Dr. Paul Ronney about his experiences at five different academic institutions, his opinions on the future of mechanical engineering, his time at NASA, and why he loves being a Trojan.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Life after Graduation with Ellen and Daisy
25/08/2017 Duration: 22minIn this episode, Suveena talks with Ellen and Daisy about what they're up to after graduating this past spring. Tune in to hear about Ellen's work at Amazon, Daisy's fellowship in New Mexico, and some sage career advice from our favorite alumni.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Global Grand Challenges Summit with Nathan and Celeste
11/08/2017 Duration: 30minIn this episode, we chat about our collective experiences at the 2017 Global Grand Challenges Summit in Washington DC, hosted by the National Academy of Engineering. Tune in to hear about cutting edge research, networking at the Institute of Peace, and dealing with awful, sticky humidity in our nation's capital. PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS: learn more about the Grand Challenges here: http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/ could maybe possibly help on your SC supplement :^)Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Viterbi Overseas with Jose, Siena and Shuntaro
28/07/2017 Duration: 43minIn this episode, we invite Jose, Siena and Shuntaro to the podcast to talk about their experiences with the Viterbi Overseas Program this summer in Rome. Hear them talk about the classes they're taking, their (mildly embarrassing) attempts at Italian, and their adventures in Rome, throughout Italy, and all over Europe. Special Bonus: this episode was actually recorded in Rhea's apartment in Rome!Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Summer at JPL with Suveena, Michael and Michelle
24/07/2017 Duration: 22minIn this episode, we hear from Suveena, Michael and Michelle about their projects at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, and how so many different types of engineering can collaborate at one of the country's biggest space centers. From navigating their first corporate internship, to what they're doing on the weekends, hear about how Michael, Suveena, and veteran JPL intern Michelle's summers have been truly out of this world.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Season 3 Kickoff and Summer Updates
11/07/2017 Duration: 17minWelcome back listeners! In this episode, we kick off season 3 with Rhea and Paul, discussing how their summers are going, the current happenings at the USC admission office, and of course, Rhea's adventures abroad. Check out our first track, and be sure to come back next week for our summer mini-series, featuring our VSA's!!! Subscribe, comment below, let us know what you want to hear, and as always, fight on!Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Season 2 Finale
11/05/2017 Duration: 26minIn the final episode of Season 2 we say goodbye to Alex and hello to Rhea, the new Viterbi Voices Podcast co-host! The crew discusses highlights from this past year, plans for the future of the podcast, and exciting news about the newly admitted class! Thank you to all of our listeners for tuning in, stay tuned for Season 3 coming soon!Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Greek Life? with Clare - This Viterbi Life
06/04/2017 Duration: 18minIn the second installment of This Viterbi Life Clare interviews some students to get their perspectives on Greek Life. Can you be Greek as an engineer? Do you have to be Greek at USC? Listen on to hear more about how both Greek and non-Greek engineering students have made the most of their college experiences.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Dean Yannis Yortsos
27/03/2017 Duration: 01h13minDean of the Viterbi School of Engineering, Dr. Yannis Yortsos, joins the podcast for an awesome conversation about his engineering background, the programs and initiatives he has spearheaded during his time as Dean, and his vision for the future of the Viterbi School and for the discipline of engineering as a whole. Follow Dean Yortsos on Twitter at @DeanYortsos !Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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#IGotIntoUSC - Admission Decisions 2017
23/03/2017 Duration: 36minMatt and Christine from the Viterbi Office of Admission join us for a very special episode about one of the most anticipated topics of the year: admission decisions! Listen on to hear details about the admission process, opportunities for students who didn't receive admission, and the amazing on and off-campus programs we have planned to help you make your college decision!Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Biomedical Engineering with ASBME
20/03/2017 Duration: 58minThe Associated Students of Biomedical Engineering is a student organization focused on providing academic, social and professional opportunities to students interested in the field of biomedicine. USC's ASBME chapter also hosts the Makeathon every spring, a weekend long medical device design competition that gives students the ability to gain hands-on experience designing and developing medical devices. Find out more at http://www.asbmeusc.com/Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Study Abroad Stories with Rhea - This Viterbi Life
06/03/2017 Duration: 17minThe Viterbi Voices Podcast proudly presents a brand new miniseries: This Viterbi Life. In the first installment we feature Rhea as she tells us her study abroad story and interviews other students about their study abroad experiences. Stay tuned for more miniseries episodes coming soon!Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Jobs, Internships, and Networking with Career Connections
01/03/2017 Duration: 58minThe Viterbi Student Engagement and Career Connections Office offers USC engineering students opportunities to prepare for and obtain internships, co-ops and full time jobs. The office organizes professional workshops, resume reviews, networking events, the Viterbi Career Fair and much more. To learn more about SECC visit https://viterbicareers.usc.edu/Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Electrical Engineering Design with USC Makers
21/02/2017 Duration: 57minMakers is a student organization that uses interdisciplinary electrical engineering skills to collaborate, tinker, and build. Their members come from a wide range of engineering backgrounds, and have built products such as a smart mirror and a quadcopter.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Web Development, iOS, and Beyond with Scope
13/02/2017 Duration: 55minScope is one of USC's newest Computer Science student organizations that offers a collaborative community for students to build and learn cool things with great people. Zac and Kelly tell us about the process of starting Scope, the awesome projects the club is working on, and the community they hope to continue fostering.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
06/02/2017 Duration: 46minThe Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers is a student organization that seeks to empower, motivate, and inspire the hispanic student body of the Viterbi School of Engineering. They focus their events on community outreach, professional development, and academic excellence, and offer a tight-knit social community for their members.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!
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Design for America
30/01/2017 Duration: 41minDesign for America is a student organization that employs design thinking to solve social issues and make a meaningful impact. Jeremy and Brianna tell us about some of DFA's projects working with Fiat and Spam, and their visions for the future of the innovation community at USC.Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!