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180 Degrees Consulting is the world's largest nonprofit consultancy with over 150 branches across 35 countries. USC's chapter provides consulting services to nonprofits, professional training for the USC community, and social events for its members.

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Throughout your time in 180DC, you will receive continual mentorship and support from club leadership as you navigate client engagements, recruit for internships, and work through the many academic, professional, and personal challenges of the undergraduate experience.

By the end of your 180DC career, you will have taken membership in a #180FAM that extends across the globe in 33+ countries and 5000+ consultants worldwide, an network that will play a role in supporting future generations of social sector leaders.

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Enable students of all disciplines and backgrounds to get involved in meaningful
experiences with 3D printing and design

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Our mission is to advance the communication of cutting-edge innovations and emerging technologies that drive drug discovery and development. We aim to foster meaningful interactions between graduate students and leading scientists, innovators, and policymakers from academia, industry, and government sectors.
With an annual attendance of nearly 200 participants, Moving Targets attracts local and international students, faculty, and professionals from diverse fields including graduate, medical, and pharmacy schools. The event's poster presentation competition is open to all attendees, encouraging research presentations across areas such as pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacology, data science, regulatory affairs, health economics, medical research, and beyond. https://www.movingtargets.la

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Free membership with access to discounted rates on meetings and programming. Exclusive access to workshops, webinars, and e-learning resources. Participation in AAPS national meetings and access to AAPS journals and the AAPS Blog. Opportunities to join the Mentoring Program and develop leadership skills. Access to the Online Career Center for job searches and career advice. Resources available through the national AAPS website: aaps.org.

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ABLA's mission is to foster a deeper knowledge of the luxury industry through panels, events, and internships utilizing a net of connections with relevant figures in the field as well as other universities around the world

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In an industry where connections and insights are invaluable, ABLA offers a unique platform for students to gain a competitive edge. By joining our association, you'll:
- Gain access to a world often perceived as inaccessible
- Develop an understanding of the luxury business landscape
- Build a strong professional network before entering the job market
- Enhance your resume with hands-on experiences and industry-specific knowledge
- Be part of a vibrant community that shares your passion for excellence and innovation

ABLA is committed to equipping its members with the knowledge, skills, and connections necessary to thrive in the luxury industry. Whether you're dreaming of launching your own luxury brand, aspiring to work for a prestigious maison, or simply fascinated by the world of luxury, ABLA is your gateway to turning those aspirations into reality.

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Combating education inequality one acceptance at a time

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The mission of Adaa at USC is to educate individuals on various forms of South Asian classical and semi-classical dance, including Kathak, Bharatanatyam, and Odissi and share South Asian culture with the USC student body. This team will also perform and showcase Indian classical dance at events around the USC campus and the greater Los Angeles area.

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Being a part of this club allows you to
1) learn different Indian classical dance styles, such as Bharatanatyam, Kathak, and Odissi.
2) perform on campus at USC(at events like Trojan Family Weekend, APASA Night Market, PAC, AIS Diwali, Songfest, Mehfil) and off campus(different non-profit and volunteering events) in the greater LA area and build stage performance skills
3) have an opportunity to connect with South Asian culture while you are away from home and share culture to the diverse student body here at USC
4) collaborate with other South Asian clubs on campus (collaborated with AsliBaat, USC's South Asian Acapella Team, for PAC's Bridge of Asia event)

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1. ACDT students' main mission is to attend the annual SAMPE/ASC international composites design contests. The team will provide all the necessary raw materials, equipment for manufacturing/testing, and knowledge required for such tasks.

2. The ACDT team has won multiple World Championships in the past. We defeated top university teams including UCLA, UofW, McGill U of Canada, and U of Tokyo of Japan, etc.

ACDT will keep this spirit and win more trophies back to USC in the future.

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1. ACDT members will be able to attend the annual SAMPE/ASC International Composites Contests.

2. ACDT members will also be able to join the SAMPE/ASC societies as student members or professional members and be exposed to all kinds of advanced aerospace and automotive composites manufacturing, testing, and characterization technologies.

3. ACDT students will be trained by the team on multiple cutting-edge composites fabrication and characterization skills.

4. ACDT students via attending LA composites conferences (e.g. SAMPE, and CAMX), will build their professional networks via LA local aerospace composites industries e.g. Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Aerospace Corp, and Northrop Grumman, for their career development. We have sent our students to all the above-mentioned industries for internship and full-time positions.

5. Selected students will receive aerospace composites training as well as work with grad students on government agencies-funded research projects.

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Advanced Degree Consulting Club (ADCC) serves advanced degree candidates (with a specific focus on PhD and Master students) that are passionate about pursuing management consulting as their career path.

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As a member of the Advanced Degree Consulting Club, you will be stepping into a vibrant community designed to accelerate your professional growth and development. This isn’t just a club—it’s a powerful network where your advanced academic background will be transformed into practical expertise. Here, you’ll sharpen your analytical and problem-solving skills through rigorous training sessions and hands-on case studies, all while leveraging the deep knowledge and experience of fellow members who share your advanced academic journey.

But the benefits go far beyond skill-building. You’ll gain exclusive access to a network of industry leaders from both the for-profit and nonprofit sectors—professionals who truly understand the challenges and opportunities of transitioning from academia to consulting. Through real-world consulting projects, you’ll apply your theoretical insights in ways that make a tangible impact, while frequent, constructive feedback from peers and mentors ensures your continuous personal and professional development.

Additionally, the club’s robust resources—including industry reports, interview preparation sessions, and more—are strategically designed to help you navigate and excel in the consulting world. Joining the Advanced Degree Consulting Club isn’t just about enhancing your resume; it’s about embarking on a transformative journey that bridges the academic world with the fast-paced, dynamic field of consulting, setting you up for long-term success.

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The USC Advanced Robotic Combat aims to provide its members with hands-on experience in engineering and robotics through designing, building, competing, and repairing combat robots.

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Members gain access to all ARC resources, documents, and tools for the purpose of designing and fabricating combat robots for the team. Members may represent ARC at any competition that the team competes at.

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The purpose of this organization is to promote aging as a natural process that should be embraced; to create and assist with programs that aim to enrich the lives of older adults and help them live and age the way that they desire. It aims to get the wider student community at USC more aware of Gerontological concepts and involved in intergenerational activities, ultimately advocating for and supporting healthy aging across the life course.

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The Aeneid Theatre Company (ATC) is a USC student organization dedicated to producing non-musical contemporary, classical, and alternative plays. Inspired by Virgil’s The Aeneid, we embody resilience, creativity, and vision as we push the boundaries of student theatre. Through our work, we foster collaboration, individual growth, and community enrichment, while centering our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusivity, and Accessibility (EDIA) to ensure all voices are represented and heard.

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The AeroDesign Team designs, builds, and flies competition-winning RC aircraft in a supportive, hands-on environment where members can learn and understand flight in a practical setting outside of the classroom.

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Students in ADT:
-Gain experience with design, manufacturing, and testing a product in an engineering environment
-Learn how to collaborate with a team
-Are provided with opportunities to network with USC alumni and industry professionals
-Get to practice verbal and written communication skills
-Develop skills in project management with subteams and task delegation

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The Aerospace Medicine Interest Group aims to educate students on the unique medical challenges that emerge in the setting of space.

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The mission of the African-American Cinema Society is to build community and career opportunities for filmmakers of the Black diaspora, fostering a support system across all disciplines within the entertainment industry and promoting complex and sophisticated representations of blackness.

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