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Viterbi Voices Live Chat: Latinx/Hispanic Students in Engineering
Sun, Oct 03, 2021 @ 07:00 PM - 08:00 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 speaking with LatinX/Hispanic students in engineering about their experiences at USC Viterbi. We are here to answer questions you may have about getting involved, why we chose USC, and being a LatinX/Hispanic student in engineering.
Register here!
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Viterbi Admission
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SambaNova Systems
Mon, Oct 04, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Pranjali Bakeri will share how SambaNova Systems is advancing AI for everyone, everywhere with a flexible, full stack solution that can unlock new capabilities of deep learning applications orders of magnitude faster than on traditional hardware. This will be followed up with a casual Q&A with a few of our engineers where you can learn more about SambaNova Systems, get career advice or just to socialize.
We will also be raffling off a Tenfour 2.0 10,400mAh power bank and a $25 DoorDash gift card!
Pranjali Bakeri is a senior member of the VLSI Team at Sambanova Systems. She received her Masters from USC and has gained years of experience in digital design, circuits and implementation. Her research interest also includes development of software tools and methodologies that aid the design process. In her spare time, she loves being outdoors, singing, swimming, cooking and spending time with her family.
- What majors and class levels are you interested in connecting with? CS, EE, CE and juniors, seniors, MS and PHD students
- Are you recruiting for internships, full time, or both Recruiting for both
- Can you offer Visa sponsorship? Yes
For more information, log into Viterbi Career Gateway:
https://viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/manager/
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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KCLC Drop-In HoursMon, Oct 04, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
For more information, see the attached flyers with dates, times, and Zoom links.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity
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STEM Career Paths in the FBI
Mon, Oct 04, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Join FBI to learn more about STEM opportunities, the federal resume, the interview process and more.
For more information, log into Viterbi Career Gateway:
https://viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/manager/
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering Faculty Roundtable
Mon, Oct 04, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Undergraduate Admission
Workshops & Infosessions
Join the USC Viterbi School's Director of Undergraduate Admission, Paul Ledesma, and a few faculty members from the Department of Aerospace & Mechanical Engineering to learn more about their programs. During the live event, faculty will answer questions about majors, research, etc. in Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering.
Register HereAudiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Viterbi Undergraduate Admission
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Skill-Building for Success: Time Management Techniques
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
This week, KCLC will be focusing on Time Management Techniques, discussing methods of improving your scheduling, prioritization, assignment completion, concentration, productivity, and goal-setting.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Skill-Building for Success.pdf
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95019147813
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Eric Perez
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Interview Success (In-Person)
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 12:30 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 or Viterbi employer partners.
To access more information on this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/
For more information about all workshops, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops.Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 211
Audiences: All Engineering Students
Contact: Viterbi Career Connections
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EnCorps STEM Teachers Program
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Join the EnCorps STEM Teachers Program for a virtual Trojan Talk about pathways into teaching middle and high school, as well as other ways to be involved in ensuring all students receive an equitable education in California.
RSVP here: https://usc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAude6vpjMrHNED43IREuBNG00wPVhcPMzf
The EnCorps Trojan talk is open to all graduate level students with 1 year of science, tech, engineering, math or research professional experience. The Fellowship is an unpaid opportunity, and within 9 months-2 years you can be hired as a credentialed teacher.
EnCorps is unable to offer Visa sponsorship.
The EnCorps STEM Teachers Program empowers STEM industry experts to transform public education by exploring teaching in high needs schools. The STEM Teaching Fellowship allows STEM professionals to explore teaching middle or high school in a low risk, highly supported way. Fellows will see teaching first-hand as a volunteer guest teacher before pursuing a teaching credential/license/certification and getting hired as a teacher. Along the way, Fellows are supported with training, coaching and a cohort of peers.
In this webinar we will discuss:
- The STEM achievement, access and literacy gaps in high needs schools.
- How you can directly impact the next generation of innovators, scientists and engineers, and are uniquely positioned to transform public STEM education.
- EnCorps' Fellowship details - our cohort-based program model and timelines.
- EnCorps' current locations: San Diego, Los Angeles, SF Bay Area, Denver and New York City.
- EnCorps application process and selection criteria.
- Next steps for interested candidates.
Do your part to ensure all students, regardless of socioeconomic status, have a strong STEM foundation to help them navigate an increasingly complex world.
For more information, log into Viterbi Career Gateway:
https://viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/manager/
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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CS Undergraduate Live Chat Drop-in Advisement
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science
Student Activity
CS Advisors will be available on Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays this fall from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to assist undergraduates in our four majors (CSCI, CSBA, CSGA, and CECS) via Live Chat. Access the live chat through our website at https://cs.usc.edu/chat
Location: Online - Live Chat
Audiences: Undergrad
Contact: USC Computer Sciecne
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Drop-In Weekly Office Hours [Virtual] Posted By: Center for Advanced Research Computing
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 02:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Every Tuesday, office hours are an opportunity for CARC users to ask questions about research computing. No appointment/registration is necessary, but you must use your USC credentials to access the Zoom meeting by clicking "Register" below. For in-person support, we are also in Leavey Library room 3M (basement) during this same time period. Register Here!
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Center for Advanced Research Computing
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ISE 651 - Epstein Seminar
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 03:30 PM - 04:50 PM
Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Dr. Amy Ward, Rothman Family Professor of Operations Management and Charles M. Harper Faculty Fellow, Chicago Booth
Talk Title: Behavior-Aware Queueing: The Finite-Buffer Setting with Many Strategic Servers
Host: Prof. Ali Abbas
More Info: Please email owh@usc.edu for Zoom Link
More Information: October 5, 2021.pdf
Location: Zoom/Online
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Grace Owh
Event Link: Please email owh@usc.edu for Zoom Link
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CS Distinguished Lecture: Tomas Lozano-Perez (MIT) - Generalization in Planning and Learning for Robotic Manipulation
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 03:30 PM - 04:50 PM
Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Tomas Lozano-Perez, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Talk Title: Generalization in Planning and Learning for Robotic Manipulation
Series: Computer Science Distinguished Lecture Series
Abstract: An enduring goal of AI and robotics has been to build a robot capable of robustly performing a wide variety of tasks in a wide variety of environments; not by sequentially being programmed (or taught) to perform one task in one environment at a time, but rather by intelligently choosing appropriate actions for whatever task and environment it is facing. This goal remains a challenge. In this talk I'll describe recent work in our lab aimed at the goal of general-purpose robot manipulation by integrating task-and-motion planning with various forms of model learning. In particular, I'll describe approaches to manipulating objects without prior shape models, to acquiring composable sensorimotor skills, and to exploiting past experience for more efficient planning.
Register in advance for this webinar at:
https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K4eWcqebRsWT20GhOAbi-g
After registering, attendees will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
This lecture satisfies requirements for CSCI 591: Research Colloquium.
Biography: Tomas Lozano-Perez is professor in EECS at MIT, and a member of CSAIL. He was a recipient of the 2011 IEEE Robotics
Pioneer Award and a co-recipient of the 2021 IEEE Robotics and Automation Technical Field Award. He is a Fellow of the AAAI, ACM, and IEEE.
Host: Stefanos Nikolaidis
Webcast: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K4eWcqebRsWT20GhOAbi-gLocation: Online - Zoom Webinar
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_K4eWcqebRsWT20GhOAbi-g
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Computer Science Department
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Virtual First-Year Admission Information Session
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 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.
Register here!Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Viterbi Admission
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Interview Success (Virtual)
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 04:30 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 or Viterbi employer partners.
To access more information on this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/
For more information about all workshops, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops.
Access Zoom link on Viterbi Career Gateway: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/Location: Virtual (via Zoom)
Audiences: All Engineering Students
Contact: Viterbi Career Connections
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Mork Family Department Fall Seminars - Thomas Burbey, Virginia Tech
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 05:20 PM
Mork Family Department of Chemical Engineering and Materials Science
University Calendar
Mork Family Department Fall Seminars - Thomas Burbey, Virginia Tech
Host: Prof. Birendra Jha
Join Zoom Meeting
https://usc.zoom.us/j/98225952695?pwd=d0NMenhCNkliR1ZIR1lBamRpZHh1UT09
Meeting ID: 982 2595 2695
Passcode: 322435
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/98225952695?pwd=d0NMenhCNkliR1ZIR1lBamRpZHh1UT09
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Greta Harrison
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Spotlight Series: Master of Science in Analytics
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission
Workshops & Infosessions
You are cordially invited to meet representatives from the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering to learn more about the Master of Science in Analytics program.
Students who have earned or are in the process of earning a Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a hard science are welcome to attend.
There will also be sufficient time for questions.
We look forward to seeing you there.
RegisterWebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_M71iCz6lQ5yPd5U3__8dHg
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: William Schwerin
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TwilioQuest Challenge
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
TwilioQuest For Viterbi Students!
TwilioQuest prepares you for real-world programming by helping you configure a local development environment and introducing tools used by professional programmers around the world.
TwilioQuest is a fun and engaging way for students to learn about Twilio. A TwilioQuest operation consists of:
- 15-min kick-off session
- 40-min where students play TwilioQuest
- 5-min to announce winners of the Operation. The winners are randomly selected participants.
In addition to giving students an opportunity to use Twilio's APIs through TwilioQuest, they can also join the TwilioQuest community on Discord and learn about our student ambassador program, Field Operators & our student club grant (www.twilio.com/quest/students) which they can participate in prior to becoming Twilions.
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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OnPrem Session (Virtual)
Tue, Oct 05, 2021 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
THIS IS AN EXTERNAL EVENT HOSTED BY ONPREM. RSVP BUT REGISTER USING THE LINK BELOW.
Interested in learning how to start your career as a Consulting Analyst or Developer working in Management Consulting? From major entertainment studios to consumer goods companies, our clientele trusts us to strategize, design, develop, and integrate technology solutions.
Join us on October 5th to learn more about OnPrem, the types of projects we work on and problems we solve every day for our clients.
Please use this link to register for the event: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrc-qgrDspHdBUOKSUqGdFW6tv6KYJRyk8
For more information about OnPrem and our upcoming events, check out our Campus Recruiting Microsite! https://sites.google.com/onprem.com/onprem-solution-partners
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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Skill-Building for Success: Time Management Techniques
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
This week, KCLC will be focusing on Time Management Techniques, discussing methods of improving your scheduling, prioritization, assignment completion, concentration, productivity, and goal-setting.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Skill-Building for Success.pdf
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95019147813
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Eric Perez
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KCLC Drop-In Hours
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
For more information, see the attached flyers with dates, times, and Zoom links.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Drop In.pdf
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity
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TrellisWare Technologies Virtual Session
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Please join us in an overview of TrellisWare Technologies and our technology. We are recruiting students seeking full time positions. Our open positions include:
SOFTWARE (EMBEDDED APPLICATIONS, REAL-TIME) PRODUCT TEST (AUTOMATED TEST, SYSTEM TEST, SOFTWARE TEST) SYSTEMS (COMMUNICATIONS, SIGNAL PROCESSING, MACHINE LEARNING, PRODUCTS/INTEGRATION) HARDWARE (CIRCUITS, RF, FPGA/ASIC)
Every radio TrellisWare creates operates the robust TSM waveform supporting uninterrupted real-time communications in harsh RF environments, and uniquely provides massive scalability and mobility across one network. TrellisWare innovates and creates communications solutions When Nothing Else Works.
- Is this event virtual or On-Campus? Virtual
- Is this event specific to USC Viterbi School of engineering, or multi-university event? USC Viterbi School of Engineering
- What majors and class levels are you interested in connecting with? Computer Science, General Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Digital Communications.
-Are you recruiting for internships, full time, or both? Full time only
- Can you offer Visa sponsorship? No
- Are you able to hire a student on CPT or OPT? No
For more information, log into Viterbi Career Gateway:
https://viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/manager/
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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Evaluating & Negotiating Job Offers (In-Person)
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Consider best practices on evaluating and negotiating job or internship offers by attending this professional development Q&A moderated by Viterbi Career Connections staff or Viterbi employer partners.
To access more information on this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/
For more information about workshops, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops.
Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 211
Audiences: All Engineering Students
Contact: Viterbi Career Connections
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KCLC Drop-In Hours
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
For more information, see the attached flyers with dates, times, and Zoom links.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Drop In.pdf
Location: Gwynn Wilson Student Union (STU) - 311
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity
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Robinhood Workshop / Info Session
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 02:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Robinhood is on a mission to democratize finance for all. In order to make that mission a reality, we hire great talent from varied educational backgrounds. At Robinhood, we leverage CodeSignal during the initial interview process which hosts a general coding assessment that measures the following skills - coding, implementation, problem solving and speed. With this in mind, we are offering CS students help during the interview process, primarily focused on the technical take-home assessment.
Robinhood's University Recruiting team is hosting a "CodeSignal Tips and Tricks'' event on Wednesday, October 6th from 1:00pm - 2:30pm PT. In the first 30 minutes of the session, we will review CodeSignal's assessment process, answer questions around how to best navigate the take home portion, and give tips on getting the best possible score. The final hour will consist of breakout sessions, where Robinhood engineers will demonstrate how to best solve the most missed tasks on the assessment.
This event will be hosted on Zoom where you'll be able to chat and ask any questions you have with the speakers and other attendees using Zoom's chat and Q+A features. Please RSVP and expect to receive the Zoom link 15 minutes prior to the event. Schedule (all times in PST):
1:00pm - Welcome
1:05pm - CodeSignal Assessment Process
1:30pm - Breakout Session w/Robinhood Engineers
We're looking forward to seeing you then!
For more information, log into Viterbi Career Gateway:
https://viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/manager/
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: RTH 218 Viterbi Career Connections
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CS Undergraduate Live Chat Drop-in Advisement
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science
Student Activity
CS Advisors will be available on Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays this fall from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to assist undergraduates in our four majors (CSCI, CSBA, CSGA, and CECS) via Live Chat. Access the live chat through our website at https://cs.usc.edu/chat
Location: Online - Live Chat
Audiences: Undergrad
Contact: USC Computer Sciecne
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Center of Autonomy and AI, Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and the Internet of Things, and Ming Hsieh Institute Seminar Series
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Monroe Kennedy III, Mechanical Engineering, with a courtesy appointment in Computer Science at Stanford University
Talk Title: Considerations for Human-Robot Collaboration
Series: Center for Cyber-Physical Systems and Internet of Things
Abstract: The field of robotics has evolved over the past few decades. We've seen robots progress from the automation of repetitive tasks in manufacturing to the autonomy of mobilizing in unstructured environments to the cooperation of swarm robots that are centralized or decentralized. These abilities have required advances in robotic hardware, modeling, and artificial intelligence. The next frontier is robots collaborating in complex tasks with human teammates, in environments traditionally configured for humans. While solutions to this challenge must utilize all of the advances of robotics, the human element adds a unique aspect that must be addressed. Collaborating with a human teammate means that the robot must have a contextual understanding of the task as well as all participant's roles. We will discuss what constitutes an effective teammate and how we can capture this behavior in a robotic collaborator.
Biography: Monroe Kennedy III is an assistant professor in Mechanical Engineering and courtesy of Computer Science at Stanford University. He leads the Assistive Robotics and Manipulation laboratory (arm.stanford.edu), which develops robotic assistants by focusing on combining modeling and control techniques together with machine learning tools. Together, these techniques will improve robotic performance for tasks that are highly dynamic, require dexterity, have considerable complexity, and require human-robot collaboration. Prof. Kennedy received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mechanics and Masters in Robotics at the University of Pennsylvania and was a member of the GRASP Lab. He was the recipient of GEM and NSF graduate fellowships. During his graduate studies, his research focused on increasing the abilities and effectiveness of robotic mobile manipulators performing complex service tasks in unstructured environments with considerations for working alongside human collaborators.
Host: Pierluigi Nuzzo and Feifei Qian
Webcast: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p5OEJlPxQlakO4hqovuGEQLocation: Online
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_p5OEJlPxQlakO4hqovuGEQ
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Talyia White
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AME Seminar
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Diego Donzis, TAMU
Talk Title: Rethinking Compressible Turbulence: From New Regimes to Extreme Simulations
Abstract: Compressible turbulence is much more common than incompressible turbulence and plays a critical role in countless natural and engineering systems such as astrophysical flows, high-speed aerodynamics, turbulent combustion, among many others. However, much less is known about compressible turbulence due to its larger parameter space; the additional complexity associated with coupling between hydrodynamics and thermodynamics; and the greater challenges to develop theory, attain realistic conditions in simulations, and conduct carefully controlled experiments.
In the first part of this talk I will review recent work that highlights some qualitative differences observed in compressible turbulence using a massive database of very well-resolved direct numerical simulations. After some illustrations of specific compressibility effects on turbulent flows, I will show why current approaches as "corrections" to well-known laws in incompressible turbulence present fundamental problems and then `provide a new alternative interpretation of statistical equilibria in an expanded parameter space in which new compressible universal scaling laws can be found. In the second this part, I will present current computational challenges to achieve more realistic conditions and a novel numerical approach in which the main well-known obstacles towards simulations on exascale systems and beyond can be removed. We will present some examples for smooth flows as well as flows with shocks and reactions.
Biography: Diego A. Donzis is an associate professor and Director of Graduate Programs in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at Texas A&M University where he directs the Turbulence and Advanced Computations Lab (TACL). He received his PhD from the Georgia Institute of Technology and continued his research at the University of Maryland and the International Centre for Theoretical Physics, Italy. His main interests are in high-performance computing at extreme scales, and the physics of turbulence and turbulent mixing in incompressible and compressible flows. Among his major recognitions Dr. Donzis received an NSF CAREER award, the Francois Frenkiel Award from the American Physical Society, TAMU Dean of Engineering Excellence Award, three TEES Faculty Awards for research, the McElmurry Teaching Excellence Award, and is a best graduate from Argentina by the National Academy of Engineering. In 2018, he was named a Presidential Impact Fellow by Texas A&M University for his scholarly influence. He is an AIAA Associate Fellow.
Host: AME Department
More Info: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97427241653?pwd=UGd2aXY2b3dsQkxMdzdvcnNBMjRJZz09
Webcast: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97427241653?pwd=UGd2aXY2b3dsQkxMdzdvcnNBMjRJZz09Location: Seaver Science Library (SSL) - 202
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97427241653?pwd=UGd2aXY2b3dsQkxMdzdvcnNBMjRJZz09
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Tessa Yao
Event Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/97427241653?pwd=UGd2aXY2b3dsQkxMdzdvcnNBMjRJZz09
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Evaluating & Negotiating Job Offers (Virtual)
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Career Connections
Workshops & Infosessions
Consider best practices on evaluating and negotiating job or internship offers by attending this professional development Q&A moderated by Viterbi Career Connections staff or Viterbi employer partners.
To access more information on this workshop, log into Viterbi Career Gateway>> Events>>Workshops: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/
For more information about workshops, please visit viterbicareers.usc.edu/workshops.
Access Zoom link on Viterbi Career Gateway: https://shibboleth-viterbi-usc-csm.symplicity.com/sso/
Location: Virtual (via Zoom)
Audiences: All Engineering Students
Contact: Viterbi Career Connections
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Industrial & Systems Engineering Faculty Roundtable
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 05:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Undergraduate Admission
Workshops & Infosessions
Join the USC Viterbi School's Director of Undergraduate Admission, Paul Ledesma, and a few faculty members from the Daniel J. Epstein Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering to learn more about their programs. During the live event, faculty will answer questions about majors, classes, research, etc. in ISE.
Register HereAudiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Viterbi Undergraduate Admission
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Spotlight Series: Master of Science in Quantum Information Science
Wed, Oct 06, 2021 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission
Workshops & Infosessions
Learn more about the new Master of Science in Quantum Information Science, including application criteria, scholarships, and important timelines. Students with a background in engineering, mathematics or physics are welcome to attend.
Hosted by:
Dr. Todd Brun, Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Astronomy - USC Viterbi School of Engineering
Dr. George Ingersoll, Associate Dean of Master's and Professional Education - USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts & Sciences
RegisterWebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-xcBGpdsSSuLZyRxAdQc5w
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: William Schwerin
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AME 101 King of the Hill contest
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 08:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering
Student Activity
Location: Olin Hall of Engineering (OHE) - E Quad
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Tessa Yao
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Drop-In Q&A for Prospective Graduate Students
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission
Workshops & Infosessions
This webinar is designed for those that have specific questions they want to be answered. Questions will be submitted using the Q&A function and will be answered verbally by a USC Viterbi representative.
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_a0cbNz_jQieaByFuoP32WQ
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: William Schwerin
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Skill-Building for Success: Time Management Techniques
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
This week, KCLC will be focusing on Time Management Techniques, discussing methods of improving your scheduling, prioritization, assignment completion, concentration, productivity, and goal-setting.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Skill-Building for Success.pdf
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95019147813
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Eric Perez
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Astani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Seminar
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Sonny Astani Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Dr. Thanasis Fokas, Adjunct Professor, Astani Civil and Environmental Engineering and at the Department of Biomedical Engineering
Talk Title: Heat and Wave Equations Revisited: Beyond Fourier and'Alembert
Abstract: Please see attached abstract and bio.
Host: Dr. Felipe de Barros
More Info: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99680049945? Passcode: 905716
More Information: A. Fokas Abstract-bio.pdf
Location: Ronald Tutor Hall of Engineering (RTH) - 526
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Evangeline Reyes
Event Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/99680049945? Passcode: 905716
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NL Seminar- ROBUST AND IMPLICIT COMMONSENSE INFERENCE FOR SMOOTH COMMUNICATION
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Information Sciences Institute
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: Pei Zhou , USC/ISI
Talk Title: ROBUST AND IMPLICIT COMMONSENSE INFERENCE FOR SMOOTH COMMUNICATION
Series: NL Seminar
Abstract: REMINDER: Meeting hosts only admit guests that they know to the Zoom meeting. Hence, you're highly encouraged to use your USC account to sign into Zoom. If you're an outside visitor, please inform nlg DASH seminar DASH host AT isi.edu beforehand so we'll be aware of your attendance and let you in.
Smooth and effective communication requires the ability to make implicit commonsense inferences that are robust to paraphrases. In this talk, I will mainly introduce my work on examining whether pre trained language models PTLMs can perform robust commonsense inferences and whether response generation RG models understand why a response sounds coherent. I will briefly present my other work on learning common sense in dialogue response generation.
In the pursuit of advancing fluid human AI communication, we first propose a new challenge, RICA Robust Inference using Commonsense Axioms, that evaluates robust commonsense inference despite textual perturbations. RICA consists of a set of natural language statements in the premise conclusion format that require reasoning using latent implicit commonsense relationships. We formulate these abstract commonsense relations between entities in first order logic and refer to them as commonsense axioms.
We also introduce CEDAR Common Sense in Dialogue Response Generation. CEDAR is a probing framework that aims to understand why RG models respond as they do by probing RG models understanding of commonsense reasoning that elicits proper responses. We formalize the problem by framing commonsense as a latent variable in the RG task and using explanations for responses as textual form of commonsense.
Biography: Pei Zhou is a third year Ph.D. student in Computer Science at the University of Southern California USC and Information Sciences Institute ISI co advised by Professors Xiang Ren and Jay Pujara. Pei graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics of Computation from UCLA in 2019, where he worked closely with Profs. Kai-Wei Chang and Yizhou Sun. In summers of 2021 and 2020, Pei interned as an applied scientist at Amazon Alexa AI, dialogue modeling team. Pei's current research focus lies in commonsense reasoning in dialogue response generation. He is also broadly interested in knowledge grounding in language, robustness, and fairness in NLP.
Host: Jon May and Thamme Gowda
More Info: https://nlg.isi.edu/nl-seminar/
Webcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gx1wKxqRy1cLocation: Information Science Institute (ISI) - Virtual
WebCast Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gx1wKxqRy1c
Audiences: NL Seminar
Contact: Pete Zamar
Event Link: https://nlg.isi.edu/nl-seminar/
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KCLC Drop-In Hours
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
For more information, see the attached flyers with dates, times, and Zoom links.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Drop In.pdf
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity
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CS Undergraduate Live Chat Drop-in Advisement
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Thomas Lord Department of Computer Science
Student Activity
CS Advisors will be available on Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays this fall from 1:30pm to 2:30pm to assist undergraduates in our four majors (CSCI, CSBA, CSGA, and CECS) via Live Chat. Access the live chat through our website at https://cs.usc.edu/chat
Location: Online - Live Chat
Audiences: Undergrad
Contact: USC Computer Sciecne
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Virtual First-Year Admission Information Session
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 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.
Register here!Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Viterbi Admission
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Drop-In Q&A for Prospective Graduate Students
Thu, Oct 07, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Graduate Admission
Workshops & Infosessions
This webinar is designed for those that have specific questions they want answered. Questions will be submitted using the Q&A function and will be answered verbally by a USC Viterbi representative.
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MYe4mGEpQGWUDZnivSKgNw
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: William Schwerin
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Intro to Parallel Programming, Posted By: Center for Advanced Research Computing
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Topics include the theoretical background of parallel computing, different system architectures for parallel computing, types of parallelism, and basic concepts of MPI programming with a few examples. Basic knowledge of programming is required, but no experience in parallel programming is needed.Register Here!
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Center for Advanced Research Computing
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Grammar Tutorials
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Student Affairs
Workshops & Infosessions
INDIVIDUAL GRAMMAR TUTORING FOR VITERBI UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS
Meet one-on-one with Viterbi faculty, build your grammar skills, and take your writing to the next level!
Viterbi faculty from the Engineering Writing Program will help you identify and correct recurring grammatical errors in your academic writing, cover letters, resumes, articles, presentations, and dissertations.
Bring your work and let's work together to clarify your great ideas!
Sign up with your USC email at http://bit.ly/grammaratUSC. If you have questions, please contact helenhch@usc.edu.
Location: Zoom
Audiences: Graduate and Undergraduate Students
Contact: Helen Choi
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Skill-Building for Success: Time Management Techniques
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
This week, KCLC will be focusing on Time Management Techniques, discussing methods of improving your scheduling, prioritization, assignment completion, concentration, productivity, and goal-setting.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Skill-Building for Success.pdf
WebCast Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/95019147813
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Eric Perez
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KCLC Feelin Connected Fridays
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
In this event are hosting in person Feelin Connected Fridays workshops where you can experience a variety of social and creative outlets that will spark a connection with peers, help cope with stress, and promote rejuvenation. Check out the flyer for more details!
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/
More Information: Feelin' Connected Fridays.pdf
Location: 311
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity
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Software Containers with Singularity, Posted By: Center for Advanced Research Computing
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
An overview of software containers and how to use Singularity to create and run containers for high-performance computing tasks. Singularity containers enable portable and reproducible software environments and computing workflows on Linux systems. Register Here!
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Center for Advanced Research Computing
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KCLC Drop-In Hours
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
Hello Trojans!
Are you looking for assistance on returning to campus, improving their time management skills, and alleviating stress? Please come to our workshops and Drop-in hours hosted by the USC Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity. No reservation or appointment is required for our workshops and drop-ins.
KCLC will be hosting Drop-in Hours and Skill Building for Success Workshops on Zoom with a weekly theme of time management, reading strategies, stress management or test-taking. The workshops will be interactive with great tips and resources.
Drop-in hours are available for undergraduate or graduate students to meet with an academic coach without needing to make a reservation. These sessions may be held in a group setting, dependent upon staffing availability and demand.
For more information, see the attached flyers with dates, times, and Zoom links.
If you are interested in learning more about weekly academic coaching, email us at kortschakcenter@usc.edu for additional information.
KCLC will have more events throughout the semester, and you can check out the most up to date workshop and drop-in schedule on their website https://kortschakcenter.usc.edu/events/More Information: Oct 2021 Drop In.pdf
Location: Gwynn Wilson Student Union (STU) - 311
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Kortschak Center for Learning and Creativity
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Ming Hsieh Institute Seminar Series on Integrated Systems
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Ming Hsieh Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Conferences, Lectures, & Seminars
Speaker: David Z. Pan, Professor, The University of Texas at Austin
Talk Title: Toward Agile and Open-Source Design Automation of Digital/Analog/Mixed-Signal ICs
Host: Mike Chen, Hossein Hashemi, Manuel Monge, Constantine Sideris
More Info: https://usc.zoom.us/j/94701912463?pwd=eW1KVmhuODFHdHpMemhQbTllMEZ6Zz09
More Information: MHI IS Seminar - David Pan_Flyer.pdf
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Jenny Lin
Event Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/94701912463?pwd=eW1KVmhuODFHdHpMemhQbTllMEZ6Zz09
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Density Functional Theory Methods Using Quantum Espresso [series] Posted By: Center for Advanced Research Computing
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Information Technology Program (ITP)
Workshops & Infosessions
This weekly workshop series will benefit researchers who are interested in or are starting to learn about the application of theoretical methods and techniques for the study of the physics and chemistry of the solid state. These hands-on oriented workshops are targeted towards undergraduate, graduate, and post-doctoral students who wish to use Density Functional Theory (DFT) methods in their research. The aim is to teach the basics of ab initio atomistic materials simulation using the Quantum Espresso suite of codes for electronic-structure calculations and materials modeling at the nanoscale. Fridays from 4-6 PM PST. Register here!
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Center for Advanced Research Computing
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Tour De LA Wellness Challenge: Meditative Yoga
Fri, Oct 08, 2021 @ 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Viterbi School of Engineering Masters Programs
Student Activity
Join us for a session of Meditative Yoga! Zoom Link: https://usc.zoom.us/j/2918340148?pwd=ZnFuMUN5NU9Qc3JTZlFuRk9aU0Zqdz09
Audiences: Everyone Is Invited
Contact: Juli Legat
