Viterbi Impact Program
The Viterbi Impact Program (VIP) connects Viterbi students with the LA community.
This program is open to all eligible individuals. The Viterbi School of Engineering operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.
Overview
What is Viterbi Impact?
Viterbi Impact connects USC Viterbi students to volunteer opportunities through the Viterbi K-12 STEM Center and local community organizations. From helping youth get passionate about STEM to tree planting projects in the inner city. Viterbi Impact offers a variety of opportunities and will help you find an opportunity that matches your interest!
Contact Noe Mora at nmora@usc.edu if you are interested in learning more about the Viterbi Impact Program.
How do I get Involved?
Depending on your interest and availability, we try to match you with something that works best for you!
Viterbi Impact Program
Students that participate in the Viterbi Impact Program commit to serving 20 hours during the semester with Viterbi K-12 STEM Center program or a local community organizations. Viterbi Impact Program Volunteers also participate in personal and professional growth activities and reflection exercises.
Friends & Neighbors Day
Every month Viterbi participates in the USC Volunteer Center's "Friends & Neighbors Day". Volunteer projects include packaging boxes of food for food insecure residents to tree planting in the inner city. Invitations to register are sent out closer to the event date. Transportation and lunch are provided!
One-Time Volunteer Events
Throughout the semester we need volunteers to help with a variety of projects including robotics competitions, food pantries, high school visits, and much more. Feel free to sign up when you see something you like!
Program Components
Viterbi Impact participants are expected to complete specific pre-requisites and program activities.
Workshops & Training
Viterbi Impact Program participants attend workshops to focus on personal and professional development. Volunteers working directly with youth are also expected to complete a "Mandated Reporter" Training.
Background Check & TB Clearance
Volunteers who work with youth will be required to complete a Live Scan, fingerprint-based, background check and may be asked to complete a TB Clearance.
Reflective Writing Exercises
Viterbi Impact Volunteers will engage in reflective writing to process their service experiences and make connections between engineering and societal issues.
Mid-Semester Check-In
The VIP Coordinator will host open office hours and/or schedule appointments for students to discuss their experience, progress, and potential challenges at their service site.
Viterbi Impact Socials
Viterbi Impact is a community, our social is a way to further solidify the bonds between volunteers while having fun at a local attraction.
End of Semester Celebration
It's a time to celebrate each volunteer's accomplishments and personal growth.