Viterbi Voices: The Podcast

USC Viterbi Undergraduate Admission
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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).

  1. Research at USC: MADLab

    DEC 7

    Research at USC: MADLab

    In this episode, Karissa (ME '27) sits down with MADLab Researchers Haozheng Ma (3rd Year PhD BME) and Callie Luong (ME '27) to learn more about their paths into biomedical research and how it has transformed their experience here at USC. They discuss what drew them to the MADLab, how they balance time researching with their busy schedules, and provide further insight for anyone interested in joining a research lab at USC! Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 35m
  2. Summer Internship Experience as an Electrical & Computer Engineering Student

    NOV 30

    Summer Internship Experience as an Electrical & Computer Engineering Student

    In this episode, Talise (ECE '27) sits down with Jessica (ECE '27) to talk about her summer internship at Northrop Grumman, how USC helped her get the job, succeed in the internship, and how the internship shaped her future at USC. They discuss specific classes at USC and how those skills can be applied to industry jobs, and general advice for students hoping to work in electrical and computer engineering industry roles. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 19m
  3. Engineers Without Borders: Building a Better World Through Engineering

    NOV 23

    Engineers Without Borders: Building a Better World Through Engineering

    In this episode, Sophie (CHE '28) sits down with Sidha Kunada (ENE '27) and Taara Shastri (ENE '28) to discusses their involement in Engineers Without Borders, the communities formed through club engagement, and dealing with feelings of accomplishment in projects that can take years to complete. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1 hr
  4. Exploring Non-Traditional Paths with an Engineering Degree

    NOV 16

    Exploring Non-Traditional Paths with an Engineering Degree

    In this episode, Sarah (BME '28, pre-med) sits down with Cedric (BME '28, pre-med) and Mattice (CHE ' 28, pre-law) to discuss the ins and outs of pursuing a career path other than traditional engineering with an engineering degree. They discuss the various resources that they utilize here at USC, staying involved within both the engineering and the pre-med or pre-law realms, balancing their course loads, and advice that they have for students considering a similar pathway. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 1m
  5. Time Management as a Viterbi Engineering Student

    NOV 9

    Time Management as a Viterbi Engineering Student

    In this episode, Cecilia Betancourt (ECE '27) sits down with a heavily involved RPL member and ASPEN lead, Autumn Zaretsky (ASTE '27), and discusses what it's like to be heavily involved in campus extracurriculars and what that means for academics. They highlight how to manage your time while simultaneously getting the most you can out of your college experience. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 9m
  6. The Computer Science Spectrum: A Look into the Different CS Majors

    NOV 2

    The Computer Science Spectrum: A Look into the Different CS Majors

    In this episode, Keilani (CSBA '27) sits down with Daisy Fregoso (CS '28) and Sophie Hyun (CS Games '28) to discuss the variety and overlap of the different Computer Science majors and their different experiences and applications. They discuss their various CS classes and interdisciplinary curriculum, as well as how these are all integrated with engineering by design and potential career options. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 16m
  7. USC Racing: Design, Build, Race, Repeat

    OCT 26

    USC Racing: Design, Build, Race, Repeat

    In this episode of USC Racing Spotlight, Naya (Mechanical Engineering ’26), Powertrain Co-Lead, sits down with Katherine (Mechanical Engineering ’26), Project Manager for SCR26, Monica (Mechanical Engineering ’27), Composites Co-Lead, and Caroline (Mechanical Engineering ’27), Powertrain Co-Lead, to dive into the technical and collaborative efforts that define USC Racing. USC Racing is a student-run design team with 25+ years of racing pedigree that competes annually at the Formual Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) competition in Michigan. Together, they explore the team’s design philosophy, engineering challenges, and the invaluable experience gained through designing, building, and racing a 1-of-1 prototype formula-style race car. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 20m
  8. Meeting the Student Leadership of the American Society of Civil Engineers

    OCT 19

    Meeting the Student Leadership of the American Society of Civil Engineers

    In this episode, Xavier (CE '27) sits down with members of the USC chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), including the current president Mitch Kirby (CE '26), project executive Ariana Robles (CE '25), and the leaders of several different design teams. Text us a Question or Comment - it may be on our next episode! If you're planning on applying as a First-Year student for Fall 2026, go to https://apply.commonapp.org/login?ma=492 to start your application now!  More on deadlines and how we run admission is at https://viterbiadmission.usc.edu/apply.

    1h 15m
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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).

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  • Creator
    USC Viterbi Undergraduate Admission
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2025
  • Episodes
    391
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Viterbi Voices: The Podcast
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