Week 3 at AYA: That’s a wrap!

Our short, three-day week comes to a close today. I didn’t realize how much I’d enjoy spending my summer at USC, but it’s safe to say that I’d do it again — if I could. Our last week was mainly one of final projects and reflection. Team Guava presented our civic action zine, “Your Vo(te)ice …

Week 2 at AYA: The Power of Audio

“Quiet on set!” From podcasts to broadcasting, Week 2 at USC’s Annenberg Youth Academy was full of insight, experience, and collaboration. As our second week of the program comes to a close, I’m genuinely in awe of how much can be learned in just four days. It’s remarkable to see how everyone has settled in, …

First Week at AYA: Unpacking Media

I truly did not know what to expect when starting at USC Annenberg Youth Academy — what I did know was that I’d be taught by skilled professors, enhancing my knowledge on matters I’m already passionate about learning. My first week at AYA proved to be a true reflection of this, and has allowed me …