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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New Report Reveals NAVWAR's Impact on the Local Economy
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During an event Tuesday at USD, the San Diego Military Advisory Council (SDMAC) and the University of San Diego’s Knauss School of Business released their 2024 Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) Economic Impact Report. The report, which was compiled by USD researchers, explains the significant impact NAVWAR has upon our region’s economy. USD researchers are available to speak about the report's findings.
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Black History Month: Empowering Black Women to Use Their "Cultural Capital" to Excel Confidently at Work
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During the month of February, the U.S. celebrates the history and achievements of African Americans during Black History Month. However, a recent report on Women in the Workplace isn't celebratory. The report found that for every 100 men promoted into manager positions, fewer women were promoted. And, out of those women – black women were promoted the least, compared to other women of color. And when it comes to fitting into a company's culture, black women were three times more likely than their counterparts to have to code switch at work. Rhonda Harley, assistant dean of student engagement and inclusive excellence, studies how we can use our "cultural capital," or our unique backgrounds and experiences, to show up authentically at work and feel empowered to grow in our workplaces.
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February is Heart Health Awareness Month
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February is known as American Heart Month or Heart Health Awareness Month. According to the CDC, heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States. But there are some simple things you can do to keep your heart healthy. Dr. Pedro Colio is a clinical associate professor at USD, and an expert in cardiology. He can talk about ways you can manage your heart health. Dr. Colio is also available to do interviews in Spanish.
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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: Journalism's Role in Our Lives Today and How it is Rapidly Changing
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Nikki Usher, associate professor of communication, studies journalism, politics and technology and how they all intersect. Usher joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to discuss journalism's current role in our lives as new technologies emerge, the role of nonprofit journalism in helping to keep politicians accountable and how people can find reliable, trustworthy journalism sites for local and national news. You can listen to the podcast episode here.
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