Category Archives: Master of Planning
← Older postsUSC Price Student Organizations – by Chris Purcell, MPL ’17
The number of ways to become involved with USC was one of the main reasons why I chose to attend Price as an urban planning graduate student. Attending the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy admit day allowed me to learn about the different student organizations and communities that were open to incoming students. It was there that I learned about the student organization Associated Students of Planning and Development (ASPD), and I knew right away that I wanted to join as a member.
ASPD acts as one of the main urban planning graduate student associations at USC and puts on a number of events throughout the school year….
Posted in Graduate, Master of Planning | Tagged advice, international student, los angeles, networking, Planning and Development, Sol Price
I Survived!: Recap of My First Semester at Price – By Olivia Joncich, MPL ’17
Despite what many of my friends from my time as an undergraduate at UCLA have dubbed “crossing over to the dark side,” attending USC for graduate school is one of the best choices I’ve ever made. In just one semester, I’ve met some of the kindest, most amazing people I could imagine, started an internship that has already proven to be incredibly valuable, and completely altered and inspired my perspective on urban planning. Any and all apprehension I once had regarding my decision to come to Price to complete my Master of Planning degree has been entirely replaced by pride in my school and optimism for what is to come……
Posted in Graduate, Master of Planning | Tagged adjusting, Classes, classmates, Community, decisions, End of Semester, involvement, networking, Planning
Why I Love Los Angeles – by Chris Purcell, MPL ’17
Because Los Angeles is such a large city, it has the ability to offer endless opportunities and experiences for its residents and visitors alike. From its sunny beaches to its world-class museums and art galleries, there is always something new to see and do! I’ve since come to discover a few unique characteristics about LA that I love, which have made me realize that I never want to leave this city….
Posted in Graduate, Master of Planning | Tagged End of Semester, involvement, LA, life skills, los angeles, Planning, Planning and Development, Sol Price, trojan family
10 Tips From the Admissions Office For the Application Deadline
Depending on where you are in your life (current student, working professional, career change), applying to graduate school can be a daunting process: everything from preparing for the GRE, to catering your statement of purpose to your program of interest and obtaining strong letters of recommendation. There are many ways to approach the application process and convey that you are the good fit for the program.
Below are 10 effective tips for submitting a strong application to the USC Price School…
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Posted in Graduate, Master of Health Administration, Master of Nonprofit Leadership & Management, Master of Planning, Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Policy, Undergraduate | Tagged advice, applications, grad school, professional development, tips
Making the Decision: Why I Chose USC – by Ben Frazier, MPL ’16
I completed my undergraduate degree at Santa Clara University (Class of 2014), a relatively small Jesuit university located 40 miles south of San Francisco. I was a double major in Environmental Studies and Political Science and was heavily involved in both the Associated Student Government and Alpha Kappa Psi, a professional business fraternity.
I broke my graduate school decision down into four basic areas: Academics, Campus Life, Surrounding Area, and Finances. While there are other topics that factored into the decision, these four include all of the major areas that were the most important to me… Continue reading
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BE HAPPY in your application process! – by Nashia Lalani, MPL ’16
As everyone around you is preparing to carve a delicious turkey, listening to holiday music, and dreaming of family story telling around a warm fireplace, some of you may be in a different world all together.
Applying to graduate school can be a stressful time and grueling process. But, here is some last minute advice for the application process to calm your nerves and ease you into clicking submit. Just remember, BE HAPPY: …. Continue reading
Posted in Master of Health Administration, Master of Planning, Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Policy, Uncategorized | Tagged admissions, application, graduate school, tips
Summer Internship in San Mateo – by Corey Chang, MPL ’15
As an MPL who’s interested in economic development both as an academic study and real-world application, this past summer was an ideal situation to synthesize my coursework into an internship opportunity. This past summer I interned at the City of San Mateo’s Economic Development Department… Continue reading
Posted in Graduate, Master of Planning | Tagged alumni, internship, opportunity, Planning, Planning and Development, problem solving
Gaining valuable experience halfway around the world
Patrick Martinez, MPL ’15 1. What is your current internship? This summer I had an opportunity to intern for the China academy of urban planning and design in Beijing China. “The China Academy of Urban Planning and Design is positioned … Continue reading
Posted in Master of Planning | Tagged 2014, China, FightOn, International, internship, Summer
Student Spotlight: Corinna Jiang, MPA 2015
1. What is your current internship? I am currently working on the Jim McDonnell for Los Angeles County Sheriff Campaign. As one of the original members of the campaign team, I have been fortunate to play a key role in … Continue reading
Posted in Master of Health Administration, Master of Planning, Master of Public Administration, Master of Public Policy, Uncategorized | Tagged MPA
Masters of Planning Students Consulting in Beijing for the Summer
What could have been a normal summer for 2nd year Masters of Planning students Roger Pardo, David Weissglass, and myself, Patrick Martinez, has turned out to be the exact opposite. After traveling halfway around the world, I found myself in … Continue reading
Posted in Master of Planning, Uncategorized | Tagged architecture, China, housing, Planning, urban environment, USC Price Abroad
Student Ambassadors
Arye Abraham
BS - PPD
Track: Real Estate
3rd year
acabraha@usc.edu
Katherine Bradley
BS - PPD
Track: Sustainable Planning
2nd year
bradleka@usc.edu
Fiahna Cabana
MPA
Track: Nonprofit Management
1st year
cabana@usc.edu
Rachel Huguet
MPP
Track: Int'l Development
1st year
rhuguet@usc.edu
Olivia Joncich
MPL
Track: Social & Community Planning
1st year
ojoncich@usc.edu
Alvin Neo
BS - RED
Track: Real Estate Development
1st year
aneo@usc.edu
Taara Prasad
BS - PPD
Track: Public Policy & Law
4th year
tvprasad@usc.edu
Christopher Purcell
MPL
Track: Transportation & Infrastructure
1st year
cepurcel@usc.edu
Arpita Sharma
MPP / MPL
Track: Social & Community Planning
1st year
arpitas@usc.edu
Yana Tonezer
BS - PPD
Track: Health Management
2nd year
tonezer@usc.edu