Office of Media Relations at the University of San Diego
November 28, 2023 | 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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The Nonprofit Institute at USD recently released its 2023 State of Nonprofits and Philanthropy Report. The report shows 83% of San Diegans reported having benefitted from services provided by nonprofits in the past 12 months. According to the report, our region benefits in innumerable ways from the work of our nonprofit community and it is important for all San Diegans to come together in supporting and strengthening the nonprofit sector. Tessa Tinkler, Director of Research at The Nonprofit Institute, can talk about ways people can give back to their local nonprofits. She can also talk about the report’s findings and the vital roles nonprofits play in our communities.
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How to Keep Yourself Healthy During Flu, RSV and COVID Season
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The flu and RSV have been ticking up slowly in San Diego County. And, as we gear up for more holiday festivities, how can we stay healthy from getting the flu, RSV and COVID? Martha Fuller, associate professor of nursing, can talk about easy tips to avoid getting sick during the holiday season.
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Consumer Spending Trends for the Holidays
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With the holiday shopping season in full swing, a recent survey shared new insights on consumer shopping trends this year. The survey found that consumers are looking for better prices and promotions when shopping and many people, including Gen Z, don't plan to splurge this year, compared to last year. Farhana Nusrat, assistant professor of marketing, studies consumer behavior and can discuss insights of the survey, including the trend of consumers staggering their holiday shopping over a few months, splurging vs. saving on gifts and generational differences in holiday shopping.
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* Please note that times of availability will vary according to professors' schedules.
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"At the Edge of it All" Podcast: Creating a Sustainable Future & Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift Ideas
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On a mass scale and at a micro level, people everywhere are working to create a more environmentally-sustainable world. “At the Edge of it All” spoke to John Alejandro, Director of Sustainability at USD, about his work on a college campus, and some of the challenges the sustainability field faces more broadly. He also talks about what we, as individuals, can do to make a difference, including some tips for sustainable holiday gift-giving. Listen here
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Office of Media Relations
University of San Diego
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