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An MBA Student’s Advice on Embracing the College Experience
If you see Sumayya Sirajudeen walking across the University of San Diego (USD) campus, it’s likely you’ll catch her talking and engaging with other students. That’s because she’s chosen to be an engaged graduated student, creating a vast network of friends and colleagues to make USD feel more like home.
USD Law Professors David Brennan ‘03 (LLM) and Robert Fellmeth to be Honored with a 2025 San Diego County Bar Association Service Award
SAN DIEGO (April 17, 2025) - The San Diego County Bar Association has selected University of San Diego (USD) School of Law Professors David Brennan &l…
At the Edge of It All Podcast: A Professor's Journey to Understanding How Our Minds Work
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," we sit down with Jena Hales, PhD, associate professor and program director of Neuroscience, Cognition and …
USD Athletics Debuts SanDiegoNIL.com to Support Student-Athlete NIL Growth
University of San Diego Athletics has officially launched SanDiegoNIL.com, a comprehensive digital hub dedicated to Name, Image, and Likeness (NI…
USD College Alumni Spotlight: Elise Vaughn Winfrey and Nick Winfrey
For alumni Elise Vaughan Winfrey ’08 and Nick Winfrey ’08, a liberal arts education helped them build a firm foundation for their careers.…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Michael Witte, PhD
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…
Watch: USD News Minute for April 14
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Undergraduate Research hosts annual Creative Collaborations
An array of undergraduates spanning programs and schools gathered on the steps of the Learning Commons Town Square on April 8 and 10. Their collective…
USD Hahn School of Nursing Ranked #1 in San Diego, Among Top Programs Nationwide
The University of San Diego’s Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science has been recognized among the nation’s best in the newly released …
Global Experiences Provide Perspectives and Pathways for USD Senior
The scent of the California air was Tatum Tande’s first clue that she was in the right place. During her initial campus visit to the University …
At the Edge of It All Podcast - The Athletics Edge: Shaping the Future of USD Athletics
In this episode of "The Athletics Edge," a special series of "At the Edge of It All," we talk with Kimya Massey, Athletic Director of the Univers…
New USD Program Helps Local Leaders Make More Informed Energy-Related Decisions in their Communities
Solar panels. Decarbonization. Renewable energy. These are common words we hear in the push for more sustainable energy solutions in our communities. …
Breaking News: USD Alumnus Jonny Kim Becomes First Korean-American Astronaut in Space
Jonathan “Jonny” Kim ’12 (BA) this morning became the first Korean-American astronaut to journey into space. Kim, a crew member aboa…
Video: USD in the News Highlights for March 2025
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of March 2025.…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Nathan Crocker, MFA
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…
USD Hires Next Dean of the Knauss School of Business
Brian C. Tietje, PhD, has been named the next dean of the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business, the university announced Monday. …
Watch: USD News Minute for April 7
USD News Minute: What you need to know this week at USD…
Healthcare Analyst to Super Bowl LIX: USD Alumna Balances Two Careers
Green confetti rained down inside New Orleans' Caesars Superdome as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX this pas…
At the Edge of It All Podcast: Architecture Professor Shares His Passion for Innovation and Tackling Society's Needs Through Design
In this episode of "At the Edge of it All," Dr. Daniel López-Pérez, professor of architecture and founding faculty member of the Archite…
Empowering Women in Business; Christina Waltman’s ’25 Journey from Sisterhood to Leadership
As a young girl growing up in the midwest, Christina Waltman always dreamed of going to college in California, where she could see palm trees every da…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Alexandra Goldych, PhD
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…
Watch: USD News Minute for March 31
USD News Minute: What you need to know this week at USD…
Athletics: Softball Unveils New Reggie Smith Softball Complex
The University of San Diego softball program unveiled its new ballpark on Thursday evening. The Reggie Smith Softball Complex will serve as the team's…
A Celebration of Bright Futures and Lasting Impact
The University of San Diego (USD) hosted its 35th Scholarship Appreciation Luncheon on Tuesday afternoon in the Hahn University Forums. More than 200 …
At the Edge of It All Podcast: How a Professor is Blending Her Two Passions for Social Media and Africana Studies
Olutoyosi "Toyo" Aboderin, assistant professor of history, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to share how a college professor ignited her pas…
A 'Herculean Effort'
On Jan. 7, 2025, Pasadena Police Chief Gene Harris celebrated his birthday by grabbing a single bite of cake before rushing back to command a crisis t…
Athletics: Blanche Alverson Named USD Women’s Basketball Head Coach
A seasoned collegiate coach with a track record of success at the highest levels of the game, Blanche Alverson has been named the fourth head coach in…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Maria Plascencia
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…
U.S. Consul General in Tijuana Visits USD to Discuss Binational Initiatives
U.S. Consul General in Tijuana Christopher Teal visited campus on Monday to engage with students, faculty, staff and members of various campus centers…
Watch: USD News Minute for March 24
USD News Minute: What you need to know this week at USD…