Viterbi Voices: The Podcast

In part 2 of this two episode interview, Paul interviews alumnus Robert Wright (Electrical Engineering ’08, M.S. ’09) about his experiences at USC and working for Apple. We discuss how to be a leader and company culture. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and...

In part 1 of this two episode interview, Paul interviews alumnus Robert Wright (Electrical Engineering ’08, M.S. ’09) about his experiences at USC and working for Apple. We discuss choosing a major, finding creative outlets, and finding your path. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineer...

In this hour long talk, we discuss out experiences as women engineers at Viterbi. We answer questions about how we wanted to become engineers, why Viterbi, the resources we've used to find belonging as women engineers and more! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer s...

In this episode, Paul and Emily talk to Karan Menon, a USC student and captain of USC's college bowl team this past season. Karan reflects on his experiences as a champion of the National Geographic Bee, founder of USC's quiz bowl team, and student studying computer science. Furthermore, we discuss how he brought his team to the final championship of NBC's College Bowl and talk abou...

In part 2 of this two episode interview, Paul interviews alumna Dr. Kristin Sahyouni (ISE ’03) about her experiences working at Apple, Disney, and UPS. In this episode specifically, we discuss work-life balance and mindfulness. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer scienc...

In part 1 of this two episode interview, Paul interviews alumna Dr. Kristin Sahyouni (ISE ’03) about her experiences working at Apple, Disney, and UPS. We discuss tackling hard problems, work-life balance, Industrial and Systems Engineering, and much more! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our...

In this Live Chat, Jordan, Shannon, Olivia, and Hari discuss their majors, favorite classes, and tips to balancing student life at USC. Learn more at viterbi.live/chats. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence undergraduate programs than...

In this episode, Mahima talks to Trisha, a Freshman Academy coach, about her work in ENGR 102: Freshman Academy. We talk about this unique course, the roles that coaches play, and the lasting impact this course has had on our time at Viterbi. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering,...

In this episode, Alex talks to engineering students Paul and Natalie about their internships this past summer. We talk about networking, the interview process, and how USC helped prepare us for these positions! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artificial...

During this hour long event, we will be talking about our lives as students at USC Viterbi. We are here to answer the questions you may have about classes, students orgs, free time, and what life is *really* like as an engineering student. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, com...

In this episode, Emily talks with Chris and Cameron about their college application process. We talk about how we approached it, what we thought about some of the myths, how we were able to be successful in the process, and more! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer scie...

Today Steven and Natalie talk about the return of students to USC campus. Some highlights include talking about USC football/gameday, the opening of the Baum Family Makerspace, and some student perspectives on welcome week and their freshman experience. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our en...

In this episode, Paul talks to alumna Jacquie Lowe (industrial and systems engineering class of 2016) about life post graduation. We discuss her experience at USC along with her passion for startups and entrepreneurship. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and...

In this episode, Emily speaks with Sheetal and Gianna about their experiences with classes at USC. We discuss balancing schedules, study tips, favorite classes, getting to know professors, and more! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligenc...

In this episode, we kick-off season 7 with a new student co-host and revamped music! Listen in to hear about we've been up to this summer and plans for this upcoming year! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence undergraduate progra...

In the last episode of Season 6, and Audrey's last episode ever, we introduce the new host of Viterbi Voices - Emily! Paul and Audrey also reflect on the past two seasons and we look ahead to the next one with Emily. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and...

In this episode, Audrey interviews her fellow Viterbi Student Ambassadors from the Class of 2021: Dominie, Sheetal, Cami, Miranda, Steven, Christina, and Luz. The group discusses lessons learned, favorite memories, and our plans after college. Congratulations to the USC Viterbi Class of 2021, and for one last time, fight on (forever)! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode!...

In this episode Steven talks to Matt and Max about everything food related around USC. They dive into the dining hall experience, the many dining options around USC and LA, and their experience cooking on their own. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artif...

Join Mahima as she talks to freshmen students at Viterbi about their decision making process, their first year online, GESMs, Freshmen Academy and more. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artificial intelligence undergraduate programs than to visit with us...

In this episode, join Mahima as she talks to the team behind refresh LA, a student startup founded in CE 486: Innovation in Engineering and Design for Global Crises. Mahima talks to Mallika, Elina, Dea, and Elisa about refresh LA's beginnings, progress, team and what it's been like balancing this new enterprise as full time students. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next...

In this episode, Emily speaks with Juan about his experiences with USC Troy Camp. We discuss how Troy Camp fosters longterm mentorship both in-person and online and its effect on the counselors, campers, and Los Angeles community. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer sci...

In this episode, Chris talks to Dominie, Natalie, and Shannon about their involvement in engineering design competitions. Dominie participated in the American Society of Biomedical Engineers' Make-A-Thon, Natalie on the Design Build Team for the Associated Schools of Construction, and Shannon in the Maseeh Entrepreneurship Prize Competition. After a brief introduction of the competition'...

Tune into this live chat where sophomores and juniors specifically speak with Cameron on All Things Viterbi! Learn about life at USC and engineering at Viterbi from underclassmen who were in your shoes not too long ago. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and a...

In this episode, Paul gives detailed guidance on first-year admissions decisions, which Viterbi will release on March 30th! Tune in to learn more insight on the admission process and how to access your decision. Thank you to everyone for applying, and congratulations to those who will soon be admitted. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 The...

In this episode, Cameron talks with Cheyenne, the current President of USC's National Society of Black Engineer's chapter, a professional organization on campus to support Black/African American engineers. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! Visit Viterbi for Summer 2026 There's no better way to learn more about our engineering, computer science, and artif...