freshman

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USC freshman Tucker Collins attended a “No Kings” protest in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Reduced personnel expenses allow the school to operate with as few as 1,200 students, he said, and enrollment in this year’s freshman class ticked up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“Coming in as a freshman, that was the plan — to cut down nets,” Gabriela said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

There is less incentive to fight for an A in a notoriously rigorous course, says freshman Kay Hwang, when students can just take an easier alternative.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

I know exactly what he means because he’s been trying to get me to talk about this subject ever since I was a freshman, and it’s really none of his business.

From "Boy21" by Matthew Quick