Ask a USC student anything! - Page 32

lazpotatohead01 · 07-16-2009, 03:37 PM

i'm worried about some of my classes and professors.. i'm taking spanish 3 first semester and I dont know anything about my professor who i thnk is gayle stuart..i cant find her on ratemyprofessor.com.. do u have any advice about this class or any of the others.. internat relations with wayne glass also attached writ 140, intro to contemp east asian film with akira lippit? thanks for your time!! i really appreciate it

4orce · 07-16-2009, 07:06 PM

Gayle Fiedler-Vierma is the director of the spanish program I believe, shes not your actual professor. Her name is on every class.

callihopeful09 · 07-20-2009, 08:54 PM

Help,

Looking for a great meal plan without eathing at EVK. I was there last week at orientation, and the food was really bad. Any advice on best places to eat, and meal plans etc...

thanks

War Chant · 07-20-2009, 11:48 PM

Did you go to Parkside? The Lot? Cafe 84? I personally like the food place in Popovich hall but few people know about it.

Where are you living? Most freshman housing requires a meal plan. If you find yourself hating EVK already you may want to get the Trojan Plan and live off dining dollars since you can use them anywhere.

Hawkwings · 07-21-2009, 01:21 AM

Honestly, EVK isn't as bad as everyone says it is. I liked it better than Parkside, mainly because Parkside only serves 3 things and 2 of them are curry (the other is breakfast).

You'll probably eat at The Lot for quite a few lunches, and they have a good selection. Popovich is very good, but kind of far from everything except the southside dorms. Tutor cafe is quite excellent as well, especially the fresh fruit.

klim3690 · 07-21-2009, 04:15 AM

HEY GUYS!

Do any of you know anything about Honors House on Severance? Anyone lived there? Care to share thoughts?

jbusc · 07-21-2009, 06:02 AM

Food service really slows down during the summer, so my guess is that the offerings at EVK are pretty limited until school starts back up.

Cafe 84's closed for the summer, I think Parkside is closed also. The Lot is open, but limited hours (lunch only)

If you're a picky eater then cafe 84 is perfect - for example you can get mongolian style chinese (i.e. you load up your bowl with whatever you want and they stir fry it for you), or custom mixed pasta, or whatever.

I rather like the food at Parkside, though

War Chant · 07-21-2009, 09:13 AM

Hawkwings is right, I totally forgot about Tutor Cafe, they have pretty good sandwiches.

Yasmin · 07-23-2009, 09:54 AM

hey, If I apply as a transfer, would they look at my SAT scores from uni or HS?
and if I apply as a junior transfer, would they take my HS or college record more into consideration?

cc411 · 07-23-2009, 10:28 AM

From the USC transfer admission website:

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There is no minimum number of transfer units you must complete before applying for admission. However, if you have completed fewer than 30 units, we will focus primarily on your high school record and results from the SAT or ACT

Transfer Students - USC Undergraduate Admission

Also from the Transferring to USC Brochure- FAQ:

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My college grades are excellent, but my high school record was just average. What difference could that make?
If you complete 30 transferable college semester units in a strong academic program, our decision focuses primarily on that work (though you must submit a full high school transcript). However, if you have earned fewer than 30 units at the college level, your admission will depend on a combination of your high school record, results of SAT or ACT tests taken during high school, and college courses completed to date.

http://www.usc.edu/admission/undergr...ansferBk09.pdf

Rosieoney · 08-08-2009, 02:18 PM

Hi,
I know that students receive a card for admission to the Lyon center but is there an additional charge for classes or actiivities at the center like yoga, spinning, etc.? Or is that included? THANKS.

bmom · 08-08-2009, 02:52 PM

Looks like there is a charge of $65 for students/semester
USC Recreational Sports Fitness/Wellness

fruitsensations · 08-08-2009, 10:49 PM

To: foodfoodf00d

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Is the TAP program extremely selective? According to my research, I must be admitted in USC first (notified April 1st) before being admitted into TAP (notified May 1st). However, if they tell me whether or not I'm into TAP on May 1st, which is the due date for admission response for my other schools, does that mean that I have to hit it or miss it with USC TAP program? xD Thanks!

If you do not receive a letter before May 1st, you can call and speak to Dona Christianson (TAP Program Coordinator). Explain your situation and she might just tell you whether you have been accepted into the program.

fruitsensations · 08-08-2009, 10:50 PM

What do you (or anyone) recommend for GE Category I?
I am currently enrolled in EALC110 (The Great Tradition with George Hayden) and I am doubting my decision.

tor-dazzle · 08-09-2009, 10:18 AM

The American Experience with Professor Seip fulfills both your GE Cat I and your Diversity requirements. Not to mention Seip is an excellent, animated teacher who puts an interesting spin on American history. I remember one lecture he played the soundtrack to Pocahontas to illustrate prejudicial views against Native Americans in the United States and how it has changed since colonial times.