University of San Diego - President's Postcard

Dear Toreros,

Advent at USD is a beautiful celebration. Traditions, including the Tree Lighting Ceremony and Lessons and Carols, prepare us to receive the light of Christ at Christmas. I love walking campus during this season, especially at dawn and dusk, when holiday lights shine bright. I’m excited that the plaza between Copley Library and the Learning Commons is now known as Sister Thea Bowman Plaza — one of several named spaces intended to make campus more inclusive and welcoming. Kudos to students who voted during midterm elections. Because of you, USD was recently recognized as a “most engaged campus for college voting.” What an extraordinary honor. Finally, a shout out to Men’s Soccer and Women’s Volleyball on incredible seasons. Volleyball continues its championship quest when players take on No. 15 Kentucky in the NCAA Regional Semifinal tonight. Best of luck, ladies!

Wishing all a safe, healthy and joyful holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

James T. Harris III, President

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President Harris poses with students from the Commuter Commons

@usdvolleyball heading to the @ncaavolleyball Sweet Sixteen for the fifth time in @usdtoreros history! Many thanks to all the Torero fans who came out both nights to cheer us on to victory!

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Video: USD in the News Highlights

Watch a brief highlight video of USD's appearances in the media during the month of November 2022. Find links to these stories and more on the USD in the News page.

DID YOU KNOW?

USD Named “Most Engaged Campus” for Student Voting

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USD Lights Christmas Tree to Kickoff the Holiday Season

A vibrant orange glow filled the space within Plaza de Colachis at twilight as a host of Toreros stood, candles in hand, awaiting the lighting of the Christmas tree behind the backdrop of a spectacular late November sunset during the Sixth Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. ... Read More

Four USD Administrators Named Among Most Influential Business Leaders

Four University of San Diego leaders were named among San Diego Business Journal’s 2022 SD500. USD President James Harris, DEd; Knauss School of Business Dean Tim Keane, PhD; Faculty and Accreditation Associate Dean Rangapriya Kannan, PhD; and Executive Director of the Burnham-Moores Center for Real Estate Stath Karras were all among the list. ... Read More

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Men’s Soccer Wins WCC Championship

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USD Rugby Honors Military at Second Annual Founders Cup

The Founders Cup is named in honor of the founders and alumni of both universities' rugby programs. SDSU Rugby was founded in 1958 and USD Rugby was founded in 1980. The connection between the two programs goes back to 1978 when Gary Howat, head coach for SDSU, allowed two USD students to play for his program since the university didn’t have a team at the time. ... Read More

Alumni Spotlight: Jessica Cortez

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