Katy Auerbach

Despite efforts to prevent re-usable plastics, USC students have found ways to safely recycle in the pandemic The recycle bins on USC Campus near the Fishbowl Chapel. (Photo by Ling Luo) The start of the pandemic earlier this year caused people’s day-to-day routines to shift. While work from home orders reduced smog in Los Angeles, recycling and waste management continue to exist as issues propelling climate change.

As “cuffing season” approaches, USC students seek to make love connections through a new student-made match-making questionnaire. Graphic by Melody Waintal. It’s no secret that COVID-19 has limited college students' ability to meet new people. But, that didn’t stop USC student Jonathan Liu from trying to make online dating a little easier. On Nov.

Need for safety precautions on Halloween leads to innovative costumes from students. Photo courtesy of Kaylea Danielian. While safety measures have been placed to limit the spread of coronavirus, many USC students around campus are finding creative ways to enjoy Halloween. Dressing up is a staple of Halloween and also a safe way to get into the spirit. In fact, Los Angeles public health guidelines encourage people to wear Halloween costumes to have virtual costume contests.