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Brain still on spring break mode? Feeling slightly unproductive? Need a dashing getaway from campus? Reward yourself with this fun, easy-peasy 4.5-mile hike to THE Rock Pool of Malibu Creek State Park (with some cool side quests) — joined by THE one and only Business Economics professor, Matthew Hill! Enjoy your afternoon adventure by lounging by THE Rock Pool, climbing on volcanic rock, and simply chatting up a storm with THE Matthew Hill (and some new friends)!

PACKING LIST:

• Water (1-2L)

• Sturdy hiking shoes

• Sunscreen

• Lunch + Snacks

• Good vibes :D

• WAIVERS

WE WILL PROVIDE:

• A wonderful time!

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QUESTIONS? READ OUR FAQ

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PROFESSOR: MATTHEW HILL

DEPARTMENT: Business Economics

RATE MY PROFESSOR: 4.9/5.0

“Hill is the BEST. I would take this class if it was at 3AM. Kind, caring, inspiring. This is someone who wants to connect with students and leave an impact, super rare.”

“Bro's the GOAT. Nothing more needs to be said.”

Matthew J. Hill received his PhD in 2012 from UCLA. Since then, he has worked at a think tank, advised startups, taught economics and conducted research. His work has been published in several prestigious journals including Health Economics, Labour Economics and the Journal of Economic History. Broadly, his research interests include Economic History, Urban Economics and the Economics of Education. Before joining USC, he was on the faculty at Loyola Marymount. He also has a cool YouTube channel that you should ask him about!

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PEAK: Rock Pool & Century Trail

DIFFICULTY: 1/5

SCENERY: Lake, Hills, Volcanic Rock

FUN FACT: A scene from the Planet of the Apes was actually filmed here! We may see rock climbers climbing the porous, volcanic “Planet of the Ape” vertical wall on our way to the pools!

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TRIP LEAD: Jasmine

Ask her for random USC facts, movie recommendations, or for some fire recipes.

Contact Jasmine: jshassan@usc.edu

Read Jasmine’s bio here.

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