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  • Viterbi Voices Live Chat - Do More Than Engineering

    Sun, Sep 27, 2020 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Undergraduate Admission

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Join us for this student hosted live chat! During this hour long event, we will be answering your questions about Engineering+ at USC Viterbi. These engineering students use their classes, extracurriculars, and free time to do more than just engineering.

    Register at the webcast link below

    Location: Zoom

    WebCast Link: https://applyto.usc.edu/register/engineering+

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Viterbi Undergraduate Admission

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  • MFD - PTE Webinar Series – Surface Flow Systems

    Mon, Sep 28, 2020 @ 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM

    Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Professor Hamdi Tchelepi, Stanford University

    Talk Title: Physics Informed Machine Learning for Multiphase Fluid Transport in Porous Media

    Host: Dr. Iraj Ershaaghi

    Location: Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/s/91069574071

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Karen Woo/Mork Family

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  • PhD Defense - Lan Wei

    Mon, Sep 28, 2020 @ 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM

    Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science

    University Calendar


    Title: Anycast Stability, Security and Latency in the DNS and CDNs

    PhD Candidate: Lan Wei

    committee:
    John Heidemann (chair, advisor)
    Ramesh Govindan
    Konstantinos Psounis (USC EE department)
    Ricardo de Oliveira Schmidt (University of Passo Fundo)

    Date: September 28, 2020
    Time: 1:30-3:30pm
    Zoom: https://usc.zoom.us/j/91845858491

    Abstract:
    Clients' performance is important for both Content-Delivery Networks (CDNs) and the Domain Name System (DNS). Operators would like the service to meet expectations of their users. CDNs providing stable connections will prevent users from experiencing downloading pause from connection breaks. Users expect DNS traffic to be secure without being intercepted or injected. Both CDN and DNS operators care about a short network latency, since users can become frustrated by slow replies.

    Many CDNs and DNS services (such as the DNS root) use IP anycast to bring content closer to users. Anycast-based services announce the same IP address(es) from globally distributed sites. In an anycast infrastructure, Internet routing protocols will direct users to a nearby site naturally. The path between a user and an anycast site is formed on a hop-to-hop basis---at each hop (a network device such as a router), routing protocols like Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) makes the decision about which next hop to go to. ISPs at each hop will impose their routing policies to influence BGP's decisions. Without globally knowing (also unable to modify) the distributed information of BGP routing table of every ISP on the path, anycast infrastructure operators are unable to predict and control in real-time which specific site a user will visit and what the routing path will look like. Also, any change in routing policy along the path may change both the path and the site visited by a user. We refer to such minimal control over routing towards an anycast service, the uncertainty of anycast routing. Using anycast spares extra traffic management to map users to sites, but can operators provide a good anycast-based service without precise control over the routing?

    This routing uncertainty raises three concerns: routing can change, breaking connections; uncertainty about global routing means spoofing can go undetected, and lack of knowledge of global routing can lead to suboptimal latency. In this thesis, we show how we confirm the stability, how we confirm the security, and how we improve the latency of anycast to answer these three concerns. First, routing changes can cause users to switch sites, and therefore break a stateful connection such as a TCP connection immediately. We study routing stability and demonstrate that connections in anycast infrastructure are rarely broken by routing instability. Of all vantage points (VPs), fewer than 0.15% VP's TCP connections frequently break due to timeout in 5s during all 17 hours we observed. We only observe such frequent TCP connection break in 1 service out of all 12 anycast services studied. A second problem is DNS spoofing, where a third-party can intercept the DNS query and return a false answer. We examine DNS spoofing to study two aspects of security---integrity and privacy, and we design an algorithm to detect spoofing and distinguish different mechanisms to spoof anycast-based DNS. We show that DNS spoofing is uncommon, happening to only 1.7% of all VPs, although increasing over the years.Among all three ways to spoof DNS---injections, proxies, and third-party anycast site (prefix hijack), we show that third-party anycast site is the least popular one. Last, diagnosing poor latency and improving the latency can be difficult for CDNs. We develop a new approach, BAUP (bidirectional anycast unicast probing), which detects inefficient routing with better routing replacement provided. We use BAUP to study anycast latency. By applying BAUP and changing peering policies, a commercial CDN is able to significantly reduce latency, cutting median latency in half from 40ms to 16ms for regional users.

    WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/91845858491

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Lizsl De Leon

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  • Networking Open Forum

    Mon, Sep 28, 2020 @ 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Increase your preparedness for the Engineering Career Fair by attending this professional development Q&A moderated by Viterbi Career Connections staff.

    To access this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/

    For more information about Labs & Open Forums, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops

    Location: Zoom

    Audiences: All Viterbi Students

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • ISE 651 - Epstein Seminar

    ISE 651 - Epstein Seminar

    Tue, Sep 29, 2020 @ 03:30 PM - 04:50 PM

    Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Dr. Carl Kesselman, Dean's Professor of ISE; Professor of CS, Keck School of Medicine, and Ostrow School of Dentistry; Director of the Informatics Systems Research Division, USC ISI

    Talk Title: Data and the Brain

    Host: Prof. Suvrajeet Sen

    More Information: September 29, 2020_viterbi cal.pdf

    Location: Online/Zoom

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Grace Owh

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  • Interviews Open Forum

    Tue, Sep 29, 2020 @ 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Increase your preparedness for interviews by attending this professional development Q&A moderated by Viterbi Career Connections staff.

    To access this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/

    For more information about Labs & Open Forums, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops

    Location: Zoom

    Audiences: All Viterbi Students

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • Repeating EventVirtual First-Year Admission Information Session

    Tue, Sep 29, 2020 @ 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Undergraduate Admission

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Our virtual information session is a live presentation from a USC Viterbi admission counselor designed for high school students and their family members to learn more about the USC Viterbi undergraduate experience.Our session will cover an overview of our undergraduate engineering programs, the application process, and more on student life.Guests will be able to ask questions and engage in further discussion toward the end of the session.

    Please register here!

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

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    Contact: Viterbi Admission

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  • Mork Family Department Fall Virtual Seminars - Michael King

    Tue, Sep 29, 2020 @ 04:00 PM - 05:20 PM

    Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Michael King, Texas A & M

    Abstract: THEORY AND PRACTICE: APPLICATION
    OF THE DIFFUSIVE TIME OF FLIGHT TO
    UNCONVENTIONAL RESERVOIR
    PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

    https://usc.zoom.us/j/93139729396?pwd=UmNqVmVac1BGcEZoVEgxaGNnRzVaUT09
    Meeting ID: 931 3972 9396
    Passcode: 514283



    Host: Behnam Jafarpour

    More Info: https://usc.zoom.us/j/93139729396?pwd=UmNqVmVac1BGcEZoVEgxaGNnRzVaUT09

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Greta Harrison

    Event Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/93139729396?pwd=UmNqVmVac1BGcEZoVEgxaGNnRzVaUT09

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  • Starting a Career in Software Development

    Tue, Sep 29, 2020 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    *This is an external event hosted by OnPrem*

    Join us on September 29th at 5PM PT to get insight and advice from our Development Engineers on how to pick your first job in development to maximize your career potential.



    Please use this link to register for the event. *Space is limited*: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYlfuGoqDspHtdDiJi7ymS7JVdg_skKy_6n


    For more information about OnPrem and our upcoming events, check out our USC exclusive Microsite: https://sites.google.com/onprem.com/usc/onprem-overview

    About Us:

    We are in the business of making businesses better people, processes, and systems. We are an end-to-end solution provider focused on connecting disparate parts within organizations.


    Experts in Digital Media Supply Chain, IP Management, CRM, AI, Data & Analytics, PMO/Project Management, and Custom Development.


    Equal parts thinkers and doers. Strategists and technologists. We bring a balance of IQ and EQ to every engagement, and a depth of business and technical acumen to every problem. We believe in following through, in being upfront, honest and sincere. Currently 200+ people strong in four geographic territories, we have been recognized as a Best Place to Work, a Great Place to Work,Fastest Growing, and A Jewel. We are...OnPrem.

    Location: Online

    Audiences: All Viterbi Students

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • Interviews Open Forum

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Increase your preparedness for interviews by attending this professional development Q&A moderated by Viterbi Career Connections staff.

    To access this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/

    For more information about Labs & Open Forums, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops

    Location: Zoom

    Audiences: All Viterbi Students

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • DEN@Viterbi: How to Apply Virtual Info Session

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    DEN@Viterbi, Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Join USC Viterbi representatives for a step-by-step guide and tips for how to apply for formal admission into a Master's degree or Graduate Certificate program as early as the Spring 2021 semester. The session is intended for individuals who wish to pursue a graduate degree program completely online via USC Viterbi's flexible online DEN@Viterbi delivery method.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with USC Viterbi representatives and ask questions about the admission process throughout the session.

    Register Now!

    WebCast Link: https://uscviterbi.webex.com/uscviterbi/onstage/g.php?MTID=ecc92f0b9ccdf595498b439ee5b88cecc

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Corporate & Professional Programs

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  • Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things and Ming Hsieh Institute Seminar

    Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things and Ming Hsieh Institute Seminar

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM

    Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Douglas Densmore, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Boston University

    Talk Title: Genetic Circuits, Cloud Labs, and COVID-19: CPS as Applied to Synthetic Biology

    Series: Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things

    Abstract: Synthetic biology is the process of forward engineering living systems. These systems can be used to produce bio-based materials, agriculture, medicine, and energy. One approach to designing these systems is to employ techniques from the design of embedded electronics. These techniques include abstraction, standards, and formal models. Together these form the foundation of "bio-design automation", where software, robotics, and microfluidic devices combine to create exciting biological systems of the future. In this talk, I will discuss three general topics. The first is how software tools can be created to act as "genetic compilers" that transform high-level specifications into engineered "genetic circuits". The second topic is how these genetic circuits can be automatically communicated to both local and community "cloud labs" where robotics, assembly-line style automation, and formalized protocol descriptions can be employed to safely and efficiently manufacture these systems. Finally, I will conclude with how these two elements have combined in to power the BU Clinical Testing Laboratory where over 5000 COVID-19 tests are performed daily.

    Biography: Douglas Densmore is a Kern Faculty Fellow, a Hariri Institute for Computing and Computational Science and Engineering Faculty Fellow, and Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Boston University. His research focuses on the development of tools for the specification, design, assembly, and test of synthetic biological systems. His approaches draw upon his experience with embedded system-level design and electronic design automation (EDA). Extracting concepts and methodologies from these fields, he aims to raise the level of abstraction in synthetic biology by employing standardized biological part-based designs which leverage domain-specific languages, constraint-based genetic circuit composition, visual editing environments, microfluidics, and automated DNA assembly. This leads to a new research area he calls "Hardware, Software, Wetware Co-design".


    Host: Pierluigi Nuzzo, nuzzo@usc.edu

    Webcast: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YSl0DRVOQJetWGNAACPOYQ

    Location: Online

    WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YSl0DRVOQJetWGNAACPOYQ

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Talyia White

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  • AME Seminar

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM

    Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Mette Olufsen, NCSU

    Talk Title: Pulmonary hypertension assessed using mathematical modeling integrating imaging and time-series data

    Abstract: Cardiovascular disease management involves interpreting imaging data, time-series data, and single-valued markers often measured over several visits. While each data type provides insight into the disease state, these snapshots cannot easily be integrated to provide insight into disease predictions. In this talk, we demonstrate how to interpret the disease state using multiscale mathematical modeling integrating computed tomography (CT) images with blood pressure measurements from right heart categorization. We use these models to characterize patient-specific remodeling in the proximal and distal vasculature. We calculate patient-specific nominal parameter values using morphometric and invasively measured hemodynamic data, use sensitivity analysis to determine what parameters best inform the data, and a Bayesian approach to infer identifiable subject-specific parameters and propagate the uncertainty of pressure and flow predictions to all large vessels. We also validate frequency domain results assessing change in wave-propagation and wave-intensity with the disease. For the micro-vasculature, we conduct a morphometric analysis characterizing changes in the arterial networks' branching structure by extracting skeletonized networks from the micro-CT images and using a custom algorithm to represent the network as a connected graph. We determine subject-specific fractal parameters and analyze how these changes with PH. Our model and data analysis outcomes are combined to understand the link between spatially distributed etiologies and global hemodynamics and shed light on the prospect of combining the model and graph-based morphometric analysis of vascular trees.

    Biography: Dr. Olufsen, Professor, has been associated with the NCSU Mathematics Department since 2001. She got her Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics from Roskilde University, Denmark in 2001, for which she developed a 1D systemic arterial model for use in an Anesthesia Simulator. After graduating, she spent three years at Boston University, working with Nancy Kopell and Ali Nadim. At NCSU her main focus has been on developing patient-specific models for understanding the cardiovascular system and its control. Her recent work has focused on using modeling to understand pulmonary hypertension integrating imaging and time-series data. She has mentored more than 20 graduate students (two who are Assistant Professors at USC) and a large number of undergraduate students. She has published more than 100 manuscripts and organized numerous workshops and conferences including SIAM Life Sciences. She served as a scientific advisor for the Mathematical Biosciences Institute at Ohio State and is currently the director for the NCSU Research for Undergraduates Program.

    Host: AME Department

    Location: Online event

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Tessa Yao

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  • Viterbi Impact Program Reflection Session

    Viterbi Impact Program Reflection Session

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Student Affairs, Viterbi School of Engineering Student Organizations, Viterbi School of Engineering Undergraduate Admission

    Student Activity


    The Viterbi Impact Program (VIP) will be having their first Reflection Session on Wednesday, September 30th from 4:30-5:00pm via Zoom. Be prepared to meet students within the program, discuss your meaning of community service, and reflect on your volunteer experience so far.


    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://usc.zoom.us/j/9437937157
    Meeting ID: 943 793 7157

    Audiences: VIP Participants

    Contact: Viterbi Undergraduate Programs

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  • KIUEL Internship Panel

    KIUEL Internship Panel

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Student Affairs, Viterbi School of Engineering Student Organizations, Viterbi School of Engineering Undergraduate Admission

    Student Activity


    Join KIUEL's internship panel to learn about recruiting in different industries from current Viterbi students who have gone through the process.

    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://usc.zoom.us/j/95485246469?pwd=Um9icmd1WjdUeFRma01Od1hqUEM2Zz09

    Meeting ID: 954 8524 6469
    Passcode: 640536

    WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95485246469?pwd=Um9icmd1WjdUeFRma01Od1hqUEM2Zz09

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Viterbi Undergraduate Programs

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  • DEN@Viterbi: How to Apply Virtual Info Session

    Wed, Sep 30, 2020 @ 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM

    DEN@Viterbi, Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Join USC Viterbi representatives for a step-by-step guide and tips for how to apply for formal admission into a Master's degree or Graduate Certificate program as early as the Spring 2021 semester. The session is intended for individuals who wish to pursue a graduate degree program completely online via USC Viterbi's flexible online DEN@Viterbi delivery method.

    Attendees will have the opportunity to connect directly with USC Viterbi representatives and ask questions about the admission process throughout the session.

    Register Now!

    WebCast Link: https://uscviterbi.webex.com/uscviterbi/onstage/g.php?MTID=efaa5b0974ff04030c1e07589871712d4

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Corporate & Professional Programs

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  • Networking Open Forum

    Thu, Oct 01, 2020 @ 07:00 AM - 08:00 AM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    Increase your career and internship knowledge on networking by attending this professional development Q&A moderated by Viterbi Career Connections staff.

    To access this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/

    For more information about Labs & Open Forums, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops

    Location: Zoom

    Audiences: All Viterbi Students

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • MSCE Advanced Design & Construction Technology Online Information Session

    Thu, Oct 01, 2020 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    Sonny Astani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission

    Workshops & Infosessions


    **Registration Link** https://uscviterbi.webex.com/uscviterbi/onstage/g.php?MTID=ed6e70c0397a93551f123e24e29955aae

    Do you have a passion to influence the design and engineering of the built environment? Excited to use new technologies to create innovative and sustainable solutions?

    Join Program Director and Associate Professor Dr. David Gerber to learn more about USC Viterbi's MS in Civil Engineering - Advanced Design and Construction Technology.

    Students who have earned or are in the process of earning a Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or any engineering-related discipline are welcome to attend to learn more about applying to this program.

    Event Password: Viterbi2020

    **Registration Link** https://uscviterbi.webex.com/uscviterbi/onstage/g.php?MTID=ed6e70c0397a93551f123e24e29955aae

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Jessica Viterbi Admission & Student Engagement

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  • How We Built This: Partner Spotlight

    Thu, Oct 01, 2020 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    *This is an external event hosted by OnPrem*

    Join us on October 1st at 5PM PT for a unique opportunity to meet the Founding Partners of OnPrem and get an inside look into why OnPrem was built, how OnPrem has been able to quickly grow while maintaining its award-winning culture, and how a career in consulting led to a career as an entrepreneur.


    Please use this link to register for the event. *Space is limited*: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvc-uvqjoiGNOuLUWkOAPWVNmqN4SZMLkk


    For more information about OnPrem and our upcoming events, check out our USC exclusive Microsite: https://sites.google.com/onprem.com/usc/onprem-overview

    About Us:

    We are in the business of making businesses better people, processes, and systems. We are an end-to-end solution provider focused on connecting disparate parts within organizations.


    Experts in Digital Media Supply Chain, IP Management, CRM, AI, Data & Analytics, PMO/Project Management, and Custom Development.


    Equal parts thinkers and doers. Strategists and technologists. We bring a balance of IQ and EQ to every engagement, and a depth of business and technical acumen to every problem. We believe in following through, in being upfront, honest and sincere. Currently 200+ people strong in four geographic territories, we have been recognized as a Best Place to Work, a Great Place to Work,Fastest Growing, and A Jewel. We are...OnPrem.

    Location: Online

    Audiences: All Viterbi Students

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • Cybersecurity Professional Career Panel

    Thu, Oct 01, 2020 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM

    Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science

    Workshops & Infosessions


    The USC Global Policy Institute invites CS@USC students to attend a virtual professional panel on careers in cyber security! Our Cyber Professional Career Panel will give students an opportunity to hear from young professionals and USC alumni actively working in cyber-related fields and industries. Alumni will also discuss how they utilized their IR and Political Science degrees in cyber careers!
    Join us this Thursday, October 1st from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. PST for this Zoom webinar and Q&A.

    RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cybersecurity-professional-career-panel-tickets-122913320049

    The Zoom registration can be found here and in your Eventbrite confirmation email: https://usc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEof-6opj4sH9eHeMUHjk-IkZcwkrEVWzqV


    PANELISTS
    GPI is joined by Zachery Smith, a Systemic Risk Manager at the FSARC. He works alongside U.S. financial institutions (Bank of America, The Bank of New York Mellon, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Morgan Stanley, State Street, Wells Fargo) and the U.S. government to identify and mitigate cyber and operational risk for national critical infrastructure. Zach previously spent three years in cybersecurity management consulting for energy sector critical infrastructure. He contributed to initiatives focused on operational resilience including enterprise-wide security redesigns at multiple Fortune 500 energy clients. Zach is an Aspen Institute Socrates Scholar, Institute for Education Government Fellow, Harman Academy Fellow, and USC Global Fellow. He is based in Washington D.C.

    Our second panelist is Swini Tummala. Swini is a senior underwriter on the cyber and professional liability team at AIG. As an underwriter she works with brokers to find insurance solutions to risks including, but not limited to, data breaches and errors in the provision of professional services for client companies. Swini graduated from USC with B.A.s in International Relations and Economics and is currently enrolled in the University of Notre Dame's Master of Science Finance program. She hopes to eventually combine her interest in economic development with her insurance career through microinsurance.

    Our third panelist is Michael Hwang. Michael is a penetration tester for a prestigious research university on the West Coast. He is certified as an OSCP and holds the GXPN certification

    Location: Online - Zoom

    WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEof-6opj4sH9eHeMUHjk-IkZcwkrEVWzqV

    Audiences: Undergraduate and Graduate Students

    Contact: USC Global Policy Institute

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  • Grammar Tutoring

    Grammar Tutoring

    Fri, Oct 02, 2020 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Student Affairs

    Workshops & Infosessions


    One-on-One Grammar Tutoring for Viterbi Graduate and Undergraduate Students

    Students are welcome to bring any type of writing in any stage of development, including drafts. Examples include dissertations, articles, papers, cover letters, resumes, and personal statements.

    Viterbi writing professors will work with students to identify recurring errors and teach students how to correct them.

    Fall 2020 sessions will be conducted via Zoom on alternate Fridays. Contact helenhch@usc.edu to schedule an appointment today!

    Location: ZOOM

    Audiences: Graduate and Undergraduate Students

    Contact: Helen Choi

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  • Accenture x USC - Resume Review Workshop

    Fri, Oct 02, 2020 @ 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM

    Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections

    Workshops & Infosessions


    *this is an external event hosted by Accenture*

    Register here: https://accenturece.avature.net/eventsEN/EventDetail/United-States-University-of-Southern-California-USC-Resume-Review-Workshop/9346

    Accenture will be hosting a resume review workshop for students to connect with our team to receive helpful tips around crafting an effective resume. Students will also have an opportunity to practice their elevator pitches and ask questions about Accenture, the interview experience, our culture, etc.

    This event will take place virtually over Zoom - the link will be emailed to registered participants the morning of the event. Please be sure to register in advance.

    Location: ZOOM

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections

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  • AME PhD Student Seminar

    Fri, Oct 02, 2020 @ 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM

    Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering

    Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars


    Speaker: Adie Alwen, USC AME PhD Student

    Talk Title: Inverted cylindrical magnetron sputtering deposition on complex substrates

    Abstract: This work seeks to investigate the influence of cathode target geometry on gas discharge plasmas and resulting deposition mechanisms during inverted cylindrical magnetron sputtering on non-planar 3D substrates.

    Biography: Adie grew up in San Luis Obispo, California, and graduated from UCLA with a BS in Materials Engineering. Adie joined the Hodge Nanotechnology Research group in 2019 as a graduate researcher and Ph.D. student. Currently, Adie works on the synthesis of thin films and nanocrystalline microstructures, as well as plasma characterization. Following graduate studies, Adie aims to work in the aerospace industry in nanomaterials research and development.


    Host: AME Department

    More Info: https://usc.zoom.us/j/92144809085

    Audiences: Everyone Is Invited

    Contact: Christine Franks

    Event Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/92144809085

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  • USC MEGA Student Speaker Series

    Fri, Oct 02, 2020 @ 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM

    Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science

    Student Activity


    Looking to level up your Unity programming skills? Join us this Friday, October 2 at 5:00 PM PST for a discussion by Gabriel Lacayo on how you can utilize lesser-known aspects of programming in Unity to facilitate faster iteration and create better programming structures! Gabriel will be covering topics like how to use ScriptableObjects, Attributes, Property Drawers, Editor Scripts, and more.

    While anyone is welcome to join, this talk is primarily for those who already have some programming experience and would like to take their skills even further.

    Gabriel Lacayo is a junior at USC majoring in Computer Science (Games). Gabriel has worked on several projects in Unity, with the most recent being 2D platformer game Embower. Have any questions for Gabriel? Stick around after the presentation for a quick Q&A session!

    Check out Embower on Itch.io: https://atsinacorrington.itch.io/embower

    Zoom link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95063590083?pwd=OThyZHQwZW4zRkFSVGVqWTVmSUtOUT09
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    Passcode: 100220 **

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    Location: Online - Zoom

    WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95063590083?pwd=OThyZHQwZW4zRkFSVGVqWTVmSUtOUT09

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