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At the Edge of it All Podcast: The Evolution of Ethnic Studies with a Professor of Teaching
This week, “At the Edge of It All” was joined by James Fabionar, associate professor of teacher education, who discussed the nuances of ethnic studies. He talked about his background, coming from a family of immigrants, and how that led him to explore his culture and ethnic studies.
Introducing USD’s New Center for Food Systems Transformation
For Professor Aaron Gross, PhD, it’s more than just a passion project. It’s a testament to Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ message u…
Athletics: Men's Soccer Win Third-Straight WCC Title
University of San Diego Men's Soccer (13-2-2, 7-1-0 WCC) finished off a dominating 2024 West Coast Conference campaign on Saturday evening with an aut…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: The Emotional Twists and Turns of a Cancer Diagnosis and Recovery
Krystn Shrieve thought something was off with her body, but couldn’t quite put her finger on it. After a while, when she didn’t feel any b…
Watch: USD News Minute for November 18
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USD Receives Record-Breaking Pledge During Founders Gala
The University of San Diego (USD) tonight received a record-breaking financial pledge totaling $75 million from Darlene Marcos Shiley, philanthropist …
The People Behind USD’s Most Beautiful Campus Ranking
From the tallest tree to the smallest flower, more than a dozen gardeners at the University of San Diego take care of 155 acres of the campus’s …
Professor Michael Morse: More Than Meets the Eye
“My first love is, and always has been, teaching. In 35-plus years, I have never had a day when I didn’t love standing in front of a class…
USD’s Tele-Mental Health Training Clinic Receives $2.5 Million Grant
The Tele-Mental Health Training Clinic housed within the University of San Diego’s School of Leadership and Education Sciences has received a $2…
Athletics: Cindy Fisher Picks Up 400th Career Victory
USD Women's Basketball Head Coach Cindy Fisher collected her 400th career victory Tuesday evening with the Toreros 66-63 road win over Weber State. Th…
The Athletics Edge - Athletic Director’s Behind-the-Scenes Look at College Sports
Sports shaped the person Kimya Massey is today. “At the Edge of It All” was joined by USD’s new Athletic Director to kickoff a speci…
Exploring the Causes of Coral Reef Decline in the Caribbean
University of San Diego (USD) Environmental and Ocean Sciences professors Sarah Gray and Eric Cathcart stood at the entry point of Lighthouse Cave in …
School of Law Alumna Shelley Berkley ‘76 (JD) Elected Mayor of Las Vegas
University of San Diego (USD) School of Law alumna Shelley Berkley '04 (JD) was recently elected the mayor of Las Vegas. …
Creating Opportunities and Camaraderie Among USD Veterans
In the Military and Veterans Center at the University of San Diego (USD), Jazmine Blanchard moves with purpose. The mechanical engineering student wea…
From Trigonometry to Triumph: A USD Veterans Journey of Growth
Hunter Thompson enlisted in the U.S. Navy the day after his high school graduation in 2016. At this point in his life, he had just failed trigonometry…
USD Veteran Alumna Returns to Guide Others Through Military-to-Academic Life
Nineteen-year-old Stephanny Vaca stood in her family's Grand Prairie, Texas living room, ready to go down a path no one in her family had before &ndas…
Watch: USD News Minute for November 11
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Empowering Changemakers Through Mentoring
The Center for Inclusion and Diversity (CID) at the University of San Diego (USD) hosted its annual Roy L. Brooks Distinguished Lecture Series Thursda…
Building on a Legacy of Generosity: Virginia Nelson ’79 and Mark Andrews
As the University of San Diego celebrates its diamond anniversary and the School of Law its 70th, Virginia "Ginny" Nelson '79 (JD) and her husband Mar…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: How to Build Bridges Following a Tense Election Cycle
Emotions are likely to be raw across the country this morning, following a months-long, polarizing march to Election Day. Now, how do we move forward …
In Defense of Awe, Astonishment and Curiosity
The technological tsunami that moves faster every year (every month, every week, every day, every hour) feels unprecedented. But even though the adopt…
Video: USD in the News Highlights for October 2024
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of October 2024.…
Watch: USD News Minute for November 4
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At the Edge of it All Podcast: Día de los Muertos - Exploring Cultural Significance and Commercialization
This week, USD is commemorating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, alongside communities around the world. On the latest episode of "At th…
McNair Scholars Program Marks Two Decades of Transforming Lives
The USD TRIO McNair Scholars Program marked two decades during its annual Ronald E. McNair Day on Oct. 22, and USD alumna Melinda Sevilla ’18 (M…
University of San Diego Named to The Princeton Review's 2025 Mental Health Services Honor Roll
The University of San Diego (USD) is one of 16 undergraduate institutions that The Princeton Review has named to its 2025 Mental Health Services Honor…
Arts and Sciences Magazine: A Reflective and Jubilant Milestone
Seventy-five years ago, in 1949, ground was broken on a hilltop overlooking Mission Bay for a campus that would eventually become the University of Sa…
Athletics: No. 8 San Diego Dominates Oregon State at Torero Stadium
A dominant, cohesive performance from the No. 8 San Diego back line combined with a pair of electric goals from Samy Kanaan on Saturday night led USD …
Watch: USD News Minute for October 28
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Splashdown! Astronaut Matthew Dominick Returns to Earth
The hatch on the SpaceX Dragon capsule opens. Slowly, and with much support, USD alumnus Matthew Dominick ’05 (BS/BA) exits and stands warily on…