Viterbi SchoolNews

From the Persian Gulf to the Red Planet

November 10, 2018

Jonathan Yoke, Navy veteran and astronautical engineering graduate student, prepares for Mars at USC

Are We Ready to Leave Low Earth Orbit?

October 9, 2018

“First Man” screening event celebrates Neil Armstrong (M.S. ’70), spotlights Trojan space pioneers and “the next giant leap” in space exploration

What powers deep space travel?

September 20, 2018

Master’s student spends summer modeling nuclear generators for space expeditions

IEC3 Camp Teaches Middle School Girls about Careers in Aerospace Engineering

September 14, 2018

The USC Viterbi outreach program premiered its second annual STEM education camp for middle school girls, featuring major voices from aerospace engineering

Unique Mars spacecraft design earns engineering students a big win from NASA

July 6, 2018

USC Viterbi students design a deep-space transport with artificial gravity, earning first place in the graduate division of NASA’s student competition

Astronaut to Join USC Faculty

May 31, 2018

Garrett Reisman, Director of Space Operations at SpaceX and former NASA astronaut joins USC’s Department of Astronautical Engineering

Eureka! Eureka! The Class of 2018 Has Found It

May 12, 2018

After long nights that muddled into early mornings in SAL, CED, and Leavey, they’re ready to set sail

Master’s Class For The Ages

May 12, 2018

2018 USC Viterbi master’s students shared hugs, laughs and memories at graduation ceremonies.

2018 Viterbi Master’s Student Awards

May 11, 2018

Accomplishments of Viterbi Master’s students celebrated at the second annual event

Marie Curie Dropped the Ph.D. Mic 115 Years Ago. These Trojans Picked It Up.

May 10, 2018

At the 2018 USC Viterbi Ph.D. Hooding and Awards ceremony, the intellectual descendants of Curie, Drexler and Viterbi took the stage.

Reduce, Reuse, Rockets?

May 4, 2018

Astronautics grad Conor Cimo followed his passions for rocket engines and sustainability while at USC, and hopes to one day combine them

“One of the most powerful student-built engines in the world”

March 8, 2018

The student-led USC Liquid Propulsion Lab teams up with Japan’s Kyushu Institute of Technology to build and launch a liquid rocket

“Real Deal @ USC” showcases impressive startups from around the country

January 4, 2018

Entrepreneurs of young, exciting companies gather in SCilicon Beach for an evening of networking and dual-use ventures

USC Viterbi Joins the International Astronautical Federation

November 8, 2017

At the 68th International Astronautical Congress, USC Viterbi School of Engineering joins notable space organizations like NASA, ESA and SpaceX as a member of the IAF

Mapping NASA’s Space Missions

September 20, 2017

PhD student given the Outstanding Achievement Award from NASA’s Johnson Space Center for his work designing space flight trajectories

Collaborate Through Stories: Using Interactive Storytelling to Bridge the Gap Between Engineers and Stakeholders

July 14, 2017

Professor Azad Madni uses model-based, data-driven stories to enhance collaboration, engagement, and decision making in complex systems engineering

2026: A Martian Odyssey

June 27, 2017

From designing a ship to sustaining life, students create a fully-functional manned mission to Mars.

Paging Low Orbit: First Hands-On Satellite Communications Course Takes Off

June 27, 2017

USC Viterbi Astronautical Engineering offered a Spring 2017 course featuring practical training for satellite tracking and antenna communications.

2017 Viterbi Master’s Student Awards

May 23, 2017

Accomplishments of Viterbi Masters students celebrated in inaugural event

USC Viterbi 2017 Undergraduate Awards

May 23, 2017

Graduating students from the USC Viterbi School of Engineering were recognized on May 10th at the 2017 Undergraduate Viterbi Awards for their academic, leadership, and service achievements.