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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USD Students to Help Local Hispanic Businesses Expand into the Global Market
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As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, the Knauss School of Business at USD has received a $120K grant to support local Hispanic-owned businesses. This grant, funded in part by the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development, will enable the Knauss School of Business to offer essential training entirely in Spanish, helping these businesses expand into global markets. Additionally, it will create paid consulting opportunities for USD undergraduate international business students, who will develop tailored internationalization plans for the selected companies. Eileen Daspro, faculty director of international business, is available for interviews to discuss the significance of this grant and its potential impact on local Hispanic-owned businesses. *Interviews available in English and Spanish.
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USD School of Law Grows Cross-Border Legal Work with Recent Master's Program in Spanish
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USD's School of Law recently launched a unique online master's program on U.S. law, completely taught in Spanish. The program welcomed its second cohort of 53 students from six different Spanish-speaking countries this semester, who are learning about the American legal system and best practices in oral litigation. This program is one of several new cross border initiatives at the School of Law -- from a partnership with a law school in Mexico City, training for Mexican judges, to educating Mexican law students and professors on oral litigation. Karen Sigmond, assistant dean of graduate, international and certificate Programs, can share the importance of building legal partnerships in Mexico and how this works toward the school's mission of strengthening the rule of law, around the world. *Interviews available in English and Spanish.
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Expert Safety Tips for Cybersecurity Awareness Month
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Protecting your online information doesn’t stop with a strong password. There are a number of other things you can do – including physical measures – to increase your security. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and a good reminder to reassess your digital hygiene. Nikolas Behar is an adjunct professor of cybersecurity at USD and a professional hacker. He has tips for individuals and businesses alike, and things you can do online and IRL to make sure your personal information is safe.
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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: A Soccer Journey with USD Men's Coach Brian Quinn
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Join "At the Edge of It All" as we chat with Brian Quinn, head coach of the University of San Diego men's soccer team. We explore his early love for soccer in Ireland and his extensive professional playing career, including with the U.S. National Team. With USD’s recent back-to-back conference championships and a strong focus on academics and community, Coach Quinn shares insights on building a successful program and offers invaluable advice for aspiring athletes. Listen here.
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