Latest USC Dornsife News in the Topic Fyi http://dornsife.usc.edu/news/topics/32835/fyi/ The First-Year Investigations (FYI) program helps freshmen and transfer students get the best out of their education. FYI opens doors and turns nerve-racking into exhilarating.]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 09:20:00 -0500 Katherine Montgomery Montclair, New Jersey Creative Writing A woman walking briskly down the street. A man donning a fedora. These uncomplicated sights inspire Katherine Montgomery in her fiction writing. Montgomery realized her...]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 08:50:00 -0500 Justin Farshidi San Marino, California Undecided Justin Farshidi openly admits he can’t envision himself in a specific career. With interests from biology to business, the incoming student is searching for his...]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 08:50:00 -0500 Tienju WangDallas, TexasBiological Sciences It took nine hours of studying for an advanced placement biology exam and a touch of delirium for Tienju “Nikky” Wang to make up her mind. At a young age she aspired to help...]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 08:50:00 -0500 Brendan DuganSummit, New JerseyMathematics As others may rush by abstract paintings, Brendan Dugan methodically observes the seemingly nonsensical swirling lines and bold dots on display. Abstract art reminds the 18-year-old...]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 08:50:00 -0500 How can students get the most out of their USC Dornsife experience? These sophomores have the answers. They took FYI seminars last year and now are helping others acclimate and navigate.]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 08:47:00 -0500 It takes just one person to believe in you. Dornsife Faculty Fellows take their undergraduate mentorship roles to the next level.]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 11:42:00 -0500