Office of Media Relations at the University of San Diego
November 16, 2021 | View in web browser
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Here's your USD News Connect — where each week the University of San Diego media relations team offers expert voices to speak on stories impacting our community. If you're interested in the stories below, or need experts for any other topic you might be working on, don't hesitate to reach out to us at press@sandiego.edu.*
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Food Prices Are Up -- What's the Impact on Thanksgiving? Tips from a Finance Expert
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The Consumer Price Index found prices for food at home increased by 4.5%, with meat prices jumping by 10.5%. With the Thanksgiving meal around the corner, what can consumers expect, price-wise, when shopping for their Thanksgiving feast and what are some tips for not overspending. Dan Roccato, clinical professor of finance, can provide insight on this topic.
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Social Anxiety for the First Thanksgiving after Vaccines
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People will be gathering with family and friends for the first Thanksgiving since vaccines have been widely available. Many people who have been isolated during the pandemic may be struggling to socialize again. Carole Huston, PhD, professor of communication studies, can speak about this topic and provide tips for people to improve their socialization as we head into the holiday season.
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"Giving Tuesday": How are San Diego Nonprofits Doing? Tips for Finding the Right Nonprofit to Support
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Giving Tuesday is just two weeks away. In the meantime, The Nonprofit Institute at the University of San Diego recently released a report that found the demand for nonprofits increased, mostly due to COVID-19. As people prepare to give this year, Emily Young, Executive Director of The Nonprofit Institute, can provide details on the state of San Diego's nonprofits, what the greatest nonprofit needs are this year and tips for people when deciding where to give this holiday season.
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* Please note that times of availability will vary according to professors' schedules.
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USD Votes Celebrates Success
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USD Votes, a non-partisan committee composed of students, faculty and staff, focused on increasing civic awareness and voter participation among the USD community has been recognized for increasing student voter turnout to 76% during the 2020 presidential election. The Institute for Democracy and Higher Education's National Student Learning, Voting, and Engagement study (NSLVE) conducted by Tufts University measured student participation in national elections across roughly 1,200 colleges and universities. USD was above the national average of 66% for participating colleges and universities. Casey Dominguez, PhD, professor of political science, can speak about the importance for college students' involvement in the election process.
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Office of Media Relations
University of San Diego
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