When I applied for the MAT@USC I had no other option that I was considering “just in case.” And I discovered that there is no other option that could give me what I got from the last 12 weeks nor what I will be receiving in the future. You expect to go into a master’s program and feel overwhelmed and …
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Writing in the MAT Program—and Beyond
This post was written by James Hayashi. James is the writing advisor for the MAT@USC and Rossier’s Masters Programs office. He earned his Master of Professional Writing from USC, and enjoys writing in the field of creative non-fiction in his (limited) free time.
As any student in the MAT@USC knows, writing—and writing well—is crucial to success in the program. …
Student Spotlight: Giulia Longo | Salt Lake City, UT
Hi! I was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, then moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, where I attended the University of Utah. I majored in hotel management and thought that I would be working in hotels the rest of my life. While doing my undergrad at the University of Utah, I was also coaching two different swim teams, babysitting …
I Love Learning!
by Jamie Lomazzi
Happy Valentines Day! Since I am caught up in the spirit of the holiday, I want to share with you some of the things that I am loving right now.
I love learning! School has, for the most part, always been a place that I have enjoyed. Since I am a naturally curious girl, I can get excited to …
MAT@USC Sets Candidates Up for Success
by Danielle DiBlasi, MAT@USC Admission Counselor
I have been proudly representing the MAT@USC as an Admissions Counselor for two-and-a-half years. Working to spread the mission of strengthening urban education locally, nationally and globally has become not just a job to me, but more of a calling. Over the years, I have worked with countless inspiring candidates (future MAT graduates) who are …

