University of San Diego - President's Postcard

Dear Toreros,

My heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to another record-breaking Torero Tuesday. The ninth annual event raised more than $2.42 million, which will enhance student scholarships, academic programs and athletics at USD. Each year since the inaugural Torero Tuesday in 2015, we have set a new high mark for giving — a testament to the overwhelming pride and constant support of Toreros locally, nationally and around the world.

Homecoming and Family Weekend is always one of my favorite annual events and the addition of the Halloween theme this year made it extra festive and memorable. We welcomed back our alumni to campus and celebrated the Class of 1973. We looked on with pride as legacy students received a ceremonial pin from family members who previously graduated from USD. We enjoyed an epic night of tricks and games in support of the Torero Student Support Fund at Torero Casino Night. We welcomed the group, Surfaces, to campus for our annual Big Blue Bash Concert. We also came together in the Alcalá Vistas Park Lot for the Spooktacular Toreo Tailgate. I hope you all had as much fun as I did.

As we embark on the beginning of the holiday season, remember to Lead with Love in all you do in the classroom, in your communities and in your life.

Peace,
Jim

James T. Harris III, President

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USD President James T. Harris III, DEd, poses with Director of Parent Relations Renda Quinn, right, and her children, Stephen and Sophia, during Torero Legacy Pinning at Homecoming and Family Weekend 2023.

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HUMAN DIGNITY

Students pose inside the JCP for Commencement 2023.

USD joins Hazing Prevention Consortium

ADVANCING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Torero Tuesday Sets New Record for Giving

TORERO LIFE

A Spooktacular Affair at USD Homecoming

LEADING WITH LOVE

Design Lab students engage in the classroom.

Nursing Students Administer Flu Shots to Fellow Toreros

USD IN THE NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Video: USD in the News Highlights

Watch a brief highlight video of USD's appearances in the media during the month of October 2023. Find links to these stories and more on the USD in the News page.

DID YOU KNOW?

Honors students pose after Honors Convocation.

USD TRIO McNair Scholars Program Celebrates Ronald McNair Day

Facing more than a dozen fellow McNair Scholars with a backdrop of Mission Bay, USD alumna Olivia Gonzalez ’17, PhD, spoke candidly about her personal journey and the benefits of being a graduate of the program.... Read More

Graduate students take in commencement inside the Jenny Craig Pavilion.

USD Becomes First University in California to Offer Master’s Program in Restorative Justice

Restorative justice is a growing movement that takes a collaborative approach, rather than punitive approach, when it comes to preventing or responding to harm caused by crime and conflict. ... Read More

Kroc IPJ's Border Fellows Cap Off Year of Work Focused on Creating Sustainable Peace in Our Region

There was a physician, an oceanologist, a human rights lawyer, and more. An eclectic group gathered Tuesday to discuss their work over the past year as fellows of the Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice’s Cross-Border Initiatives program. ... Read More

An officer is pinned during the NROTC Commissioning Ceremony.

School of Law Dean Robert A. Schapiro to be Honored with the 2023 Witkin Award for Excellence in Education

School of Law Dean and C. Hugh Friedman Professor of Law Robert A. Schapiro is being honored by the San Diego Library Foundation with the Bernard E. Witkin Award for Excellence in Legal Education.... Read More

Five graduates smile in the Ministry Center

College of Arts and Sciences Launches Inaugural Magazine

The University of San Diego's College of Arts and Sciences is proud to release its much-anticipated inaugural Arts & Sciences Magazine. This publication promises to be a collection of all things remarkable within our college community. ... Read More

Undergraduate students pose during commencement inside the Jenny Craig Pavilion.

School of Business Marketing Students Partner with Fashion Valley Mall for Student-Led Fashion Show

An advanced marketing class within the Knauss School of Business partnered with Fashion Valley Mall on Thursday to produce a student-led fashion show benefiting charity. The fashion show at Paseo de Colachis West featured talented student-models dressed in outfits styled by their peers and generously contributed by Fashion Valley Mall.... Read More

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