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Torero Weekly

Torero Weekly is the email digest that brings together announcements and events aimed at the entire campus community.


Announcements

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Watch: USD News Minute for April 13

What you need to know this week at USD. Read More

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At the Edge of It All: The Rise of Lowrider Culture and The Story Behind the Lowriders Forever Stamps

In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," we sit down with Alberto López Pulido, founding chair of the Department of Ethnic Studies at … Read More

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2026 Copley Library Undergraduate Research Awards

2026 Copley Library Undergraduate Research Award applications are due by May 5, 2026. Read More

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The Librarians: Film Screening & Faculty Dialogue

Copley Library proudly presents a screening of "The Librarians" followed by a guided discussion with USD faculty. This event is free and … Read More

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Pope Francis Project - Open Listening Sessions

Over the course of 2026, the Pope Francis Project will build on the success of the Horizon Project by continuing to emphasize the … Read More

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Office of the Tribal Liaison Indigenous Speaker Series: Reimagining Engineering Through Indigenous Use of Materials

The University of San Diego's Center for Cultural Development invites you to join us to learn how engineering can be more than just … Read More

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Creative Collaborations Showcase

The 2026 Creative Collaborations Showcase will take place Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 and Thursday, April 30th, 2026 at the Learning Commons … Read More

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and because of this, the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion will be hosting a variety of … Read More

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RSVP Recruitment

RSVP is a team of USD undergraduate students dedicated to shifting cultural norms that perpetuate dating violence and sexual assault. … Read More

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April & May Group Fitness Package

April & May Group Fitness package is now available at the Palomar Health Student Wellness Center to get unlimited access to Group Fitness … Read More

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Employee Giving Underway!

April is the month for faculty and staff to give gifts to support scholarships, programs and more. Read More

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UFMC and the CCD present - Diversitea x Sweet Talk - Influencers and Navigating Media: The Power of Online Influence

How much influence do influencers really have? Come chat with us about social media, politics, and navigating today’s media world. Enjoy … Read More

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USD to Participate in 41st Annual Linda Vista Multicultural Fair

USD is a proud partner of the event, a love letter to Linda Vista. Read More


Upcoming Events

Monday, April 13th
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Warwick’s Author Series: An Evening with Patrick Radden Keefe

Monday, April 13, 2026 - 7 p.m.

Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice, Theatre

The USD College of Arts and Sciences and Humanities Center, along with Warwick's bookstore, will host bestselling author, Patrick Radden … Read More

Tuesday, April 14th
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On Silence: Silence - Perspectives from Mathematics and the Natural Sciences

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 4 p.m.

Saints Tekakwitha and Serra Hall, Humanities Center, Room 200

What space is there for silence in an increasingly loud and noisy world? What does it mean to reflect upon silence and to perhaps find … Read More

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Trauma Informed Yoga

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 4 p.m.

Palomar Health Student Wellness Center, Room 312

Join CARE and the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion for a trauma-informed yoga session focused on healing and empowerment. Scan the … Read More

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USD Softball vs. Cal State Fullerton

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 5 p.m.

Reggie Smith Softball Complex

Toreros set to take on Titans at Reggie Smith Softball Complex Read More

Wednesday, April 15th
TECh Competition

Torero Entrepreneurship Challenge (TECh)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - 4 p.m.

Jenny Craig Pavilion

The Torero Entrepreneurship Challenge (TECh) is an annual entrepreneurial competition designed to engage, educate, mentor and award … Read More

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Fostering a Culture of Care

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - 12 p.m.

Hahn University Center, Room 128

Join CARE Advocates to learn more about what sexual violence is and how to better support students impacted by violence. This workshop is … Read More

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USD Softball vs. UC San Diego

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - 6 p.m.

Reggie Smith Softball Complex

Toreros set to take on Tritons at Reggie Smith Softball Complex Read More

Thursday, April 16th
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Food + Movies: Babette's Feast

Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 6 p.m.

Camino Hall, 119

Join the Food Studies minor for a screening of Babette's Feast, a film about the transformative power of a shared meal, with dinner and … Read More

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Chang Innovation Lab Dedication

Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 3:30 p.m.

Belanich Engineering Center, Ideation and BEC 206

Join us for the Chang Innovation Lab dedication ceremony and tours at the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering as we unveil the newly … Read More

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USD Softball vs. Hawaii

Thursday, April 16, 2026 - 5 p.m.

Reggie Smith Softball Complex

Toreros set to take on Rainbow Wahine at Reggie Smith Softball Complex Read More

Friday, April 17th
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USD Baseball vs. Seattle U

Friday, April 17 - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Fowler Park

Toreros host Redhawks for three games at Fowler Park Read More

Saturday, April 18th
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USD Baseball vs. Seattle U

Friday, April 17 - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Fowler Park

Toreros host Redhawks for three games at Fowler Park Read More

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USD Women’s Tennis vs. Washington State

Saturday, April 18, 2026 - 12 p.m.

Hogan Tennis Center

Toreros take on Cougars at Hogan Tennis Center Read More

Sunday, April 19th
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USD Baseball vs. Seattle U

Friday, April 17 - Sunday, April 19, 2026

Fowler Park

Toreros host Redhawks for three games at Fowler Park Read More

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USD Women’s Tennis vs. Gonzaga

Sunday, April 19, 2026 - 12 p.m.

Hogan Tennis Center

Toreros take on Bulldogs at Hogan Tennis Center Read More


USD In The News

The San Diego Union-Tribune

How a Dog Visitation Dispute in San Diego Turned into a Warning to Judges about AI

Judith Lihosit, assistant dean of LRC and professor of Legal Research, spoke with The San Diego Union-Tribune about AI hallucinations in … See Full Story

ABC 10

Peacebuilding Expert Says the US & Iran Ceasefire Offers Relief but Lasting Peace Remains Complex

Darren Kew, dean of the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, was interviewed by ABC 10 about the two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and … See Full Story

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Paralyzed Pacific Beach Surfer Prepares to Graduate with an MBA from USD

ABC 10 featured a soon-to-be MBA graduate of USD and their journey after being paralyzed in a swimming accident. See Full Story

Telemundo

Este 'Papá' Postizo Vela por un Equipo de Fútbol Universitario en San Diego

Telemundo featured a story about Santos Rodríguez, a part of the Facilities Management team at USD, who is known as the father of the … See Full Story


Torero Photo of the Week

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Thank you to Kayla Del Rosario for sharing this beautiful, blooming photo! "This is a picture I took by Mother Rosalie Hill Hall. I was inspired by the pop of color between the pink blooms and the blue skies!"

Calling all Toreros!

We want to feature you in "Torero Photo of the Week." Send us original photos that convey your Torero experience wherever you are, or simply capture beauty, and add a short caption about your inspiration for the photo. If selected, we will mention your name in the byline.*

Send your photo to cds@sandiego.edu

Torero Weekly

As part of an initiative aimed at reducing the number of campus-wide emails, the Department of University Marketing and Communications has developed Torero Weekly, which aggregates announcements and events aimed at the entire campus community (faculty, students and administration/staff) into a communication disseminated campus wide each Monday during the academic year. To learn more about Torero Weekly or to submit an event, please review the Torero Weekly web page on the University Marketing and Communications website. *By submitting a "Torero Photo of the Week," you agree to our terms.

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