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Intern Class Spring 2019

Zarrah Suban
Spring 2019 Intern

​I thought that the intern program would be the best way for me to get as involved as possible with Troy Phi, especially as a Spring admit. I see the organization as my home away from home, and it's a nice break from academics since it never really feels like work. Being an intern in Troy Phi has really pushed me out of my comfort zone in terms of social situations and has forced me to learn to manage my time to handle my academic and social life. This program has definitely taught me the importance of balancing both aspects of my college career, and that it's definitiely possible. I love that the intern program has allowed me to grow closer to more members of Troy Phi. I have definitely found a loving support system within the organization that I don't think would have been possible had I not been an intern this semester.

Joshua Jack Ryan Maddela
​Spring 2019 Intern

"I joined the intern program to learn more about how Troy Phi functions and put myself out there being a Spring Admit. I have learned many skills like accountability and teamwork throughout the course of this internship. I have also grown personally through motivation from other interns to be my best self! Every single person in the Intern Program is a gem and I cannot see my Freshman year without these people!

Gabriel Gino David
​Fall 2018 Intern

I joined the intern program because I wanted to expose myself to the Fil-Am culture combined with the Trojan spirit. By being an intern, I was able to better understand my place as a Filipino in the American culture and lifestyle. My favorite part of the intern program was planning the Lumpia AYCE fundraiser. Shoutout to Diana for being so understanding and caring of all the interns!

Ryan Alba
​Fall 2018 Intern

I interned for Troy Phi to discover what it truly means to feel a sense of belonging at USC and to learn more about my own Filipino heritage. I have learned for the first time in my life how to be comfortable being in my own skin and as a result, I have gained a greater capacity to spread unconditional love and compassion. Being around amazing people and making deeper connections with each other. Troy Phi is the pure essence of family. We transcend traditional ideas of culture because our values are based on inclusivity, respect, and cultivating the truest expression of self.