Annenberg by the Numbers (Fall 2014)

Faculty 105

Undergraduate Enrollment 1,465

Undergraduate Degree Programs 4

COMMUNICATION

Student Profile: Emma GarthMajor: CommunicationMinor: Cinematic Arts

Class of 2017

Hometown: Rochester, New York

Emma’s Annenberg

“Annenberg is a place where students are encouraged to question the way they see the world. Even in day-to-day experiences like how we function in groups, Annenberg students are always pushed to ask ‘why?’ It’s this questioning that helps us find what we’re truly passionate about.”

Campus Involvement

Phi Alpha Delta Pre-Law Fraternity (Treasurer)USC Habitat for Humanity Troy Camp

Jobs & Internships

USC Cultural Relations & University Events – Student Host Faraci Lange, LLP – Legal Intern

Favorite Annenberg CourseCOMM 206: Communication & Culture – Professor Josh Kun

“Professor Kun’s thoughtful lectures allowed the class to rethink how we see culture and its grasp on society.”

A Crossroads of Innovation and Inquisition

A Passion for Law, A Commitment to Service

Applying Communication at the Office

JOURNALISM

Student Profile: Isabella SayyahMajor: Print and Digital Journalism2nd Major: International Relations

Class of 2016

Hometown: Oak Park, California

Isabella’s AnnenbergEmbracing Experiential Learning and Change

“USC Annenberg doesn't just teach essential skills, it also equips students with the ability to continuously learn and grow as the world around them changes.”

Campus InvolvementNewswriting, Tutoring for the USC Community

Daily Trojan (Editor-in-Chief) Joint Educational Project Teaching Int. Relations

Jobs & InternshipsApplying Journalism at the Office

Los Angeles Times (Web Intern) VICE (Editorial Intern) RYOT News (Intern)

USA TODAY (College Correspondent)

Favorite Annenberg CourseJOUR 462: Law of Mass Communication – Professor Don Zachary

“Professor Zachary’s thoughtful, dynamic course inspired me to pursue a career in media law.”

PUBLIC RELATIONS

Student Profile: Steve KearnsMajor: Public Relations

Minor: SpanishClass of 2016

Hometown: Beverly Hills, California

Steve’s AnnenbergFusing Professional Experience and Academic Rigor

Campus InvolvementAn Affinity for the Arts and Entertainment

Jobs & InternshipsApplying Public Relations at the Office

Favorite Annenberg CourseJOUR 499: Personal Branding – Professor Jessica Weiner

“Jess’ class challenged me to think and act as a true PR professional – what a great experience.”

The Lloyd Project (Dir. of Publicity)

Viacom (Ad Sales Intern)

Trojan Event Services

Live Nation (Mktg. Intern) Niche Media (Events Intern)

Blowfish Malibu (Blogger and Travel Correspondent)

Fraternity President

“Annenberg equips its students with the tools they need to succeed. Its unique blend of professional, on-the-job training and challenging academic curriculum make us, as Annenberg graduates, the best prepared candidates in our respective fields.”