Family Weekend 2007 Schedule of Events

**Mini-classes - Professors and topics are listed below!**

THURSDAY, OCT. 18

7 p.m.
Women’s volleyball vs. Gonzaga
Jenny Craig Pavilion

FRIDAY, OCT. 19
EVERY FRIDAY IS TORERO BLUE FRIDAY – BE SURE TO WEAR BLUE!

9 – 9:50 a.m.
The USD Electronic Portfolio
Hahn University Center, Forum B
The associate vice president for student affairs, assistant dean for student learning
initiatives, faculty and students will discuss the innovative electronic portfolio system.

10 – 10:50 a.m.
Connecting to Career Services
Hahn University Center, Forum A
How do students make connections for their future careers? Learn from USD Career Services what students can be doing during their freshman year through their senior year to develop a plan and gain practical experience while they are still in school.

11 – 11:50 a.m.
Utilizing Wellness for Student Transitions
Hahn University Center, Forum B
Learn what experts in the USD Student Wellness Area recommend for how to best provide guidance and support to your student. This session will review typical transition issues you can expect for the rest of the year and support services and programs at USD. Professionals will be available to answer questions you may have.

11 – 11:50 a.m.
Collaborating to Support our Students: What Can Parents Do?
Hahn University Center, Forum A
Meet representatives from Student Affairs, Parent Relations and the Parents Association Board and learn how to collaborate with the university to best support the success of your son or daughter, offering an appropriate balance of challenge, support and guidance.

9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
International Studies Open House at the International Center
Serra Hall, Room 315
Meet staff in the International Center and gather information about all of USD’s international study opportunities.

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Day Trip to Julian
Spend the day in this charming mountain town, enjoying an easy hike and free time in town. Transportation and hot Julian apple pie is included. $20 per person; space is limited. Call Outdoor Recreation at (619) 260-4709 to register by Oct. 12.

Lunch
Lunch is available on campus at a variety of dining outlets. A schedule and list of locations will be available at the registration table.

1 p.m.
USD Intramural Golf Tournament
Riverwalk Golf Course
Play in this 2x2 scramble format tournament with your student. Includes contests, food, drinks and prizes. $85 per parent; $75 per student (includes green fees, driving range card, shared cart and lunch; additional fees for club rentals). Register for the tournament by Oct. 12 by calling Campus Recreation at (619) 260-4533.

1:15 – 2 p.m. and 2:15 – 3 p.m.
Mini-Classes
Degheri Alumni Center, Room 120
Attend a class that won’t have a pop quiz! Meet USD faculty members and participate in an engaging classroom experience.

1:15 - 2 p.m.    

Dr. Elaine MacMillan, Assistant Professor, Theology and Religious Studies

& Resident Faculty for the Residential Learning Community “Thinking Globally”  

Catholic Social Thought Inside

and Outside the Classroom

The University of San Diego has embraced Catholic Social Thought as an integral dimension of Academic Affairs. In this session we will look at how the principles of Catholic Social Thought are taught in an introductory theology class and lived out in a Residential Living Area.

2:15 – 3 p.m.  

Dr. Kevin Timpe, Assistant Professor, Philosophy

                            

Free Will and the Law: A Case Study

In this session, I explore issues at the intersection of philosophy, psychiatry, and the law.  In particular, I explore the role free will plays in recent laws passed in California and other states which aim at keeping sexually violent predators off the streets.  At the heart of the issue is whether a person ‘has the free will’ to be convicted or not and what the legal system and psychiatry have to say about it.

Graduate School Options, Choices and Exams
Hahn University Center, Forum A
Meet John R. Mosby, associate director for graduate admissions, to learn about requirements for entering individual programs and gather tips for preparing for graduate study.

2 – 4 p.m.
Career Services Open House
Hughes Administration Center, Room 110
Meet the Career Services staff and browse the resources available in Career Services.

2 – 4 p.m.
Community Service-Learning - CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF ATTENDANCE
Join students and staff from the Center for Community Service-Learning for a unique educational and service opportunity. Visit the Southern Sudanese Community Center of San Diego and participate in a creative group project. Transportation will be provided from campus.
For more information and to register, please call (619) 260-4798.

2:15 – 3:15 p.m.
Preparing for Careers in Health Professions
Donald P. Shiley Center For Science and Technology, Room 133
Meet the pre-health adviser to explore majors and utilize resources on campus and in the community to prepare for a career in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and more. Parents and students are welcome.

5 p.m.
Women’s Soccer vs. Loyola Marymount
Torero Stadium

6 – 7:30 p.m.
Block Party in the Valley
Mission Housing Complex
Food, games, music and more! Join Associated Students and USD Student Organizations as we celebrate our newest residence hall, San Buenaventura, and the Missions Café and Fitness Center. Then cheer the Toreros on to victory at Torero Stadium. Generously sponsored by Associated Students and Resident Hall Association. All are welcome!

7:30 p.m.
Men’s Soccer vs. St. Mary’s
Torero Stadium

6:30 p.m.
Red Dress Gala
The Westin Horton Plaza
The Alpha Phi sorority of USD, in conjunction with the American Heart Association, invites you to the third annual Red Dress Gala. A lovely evening of cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions and dancing. All proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association: Cardiac Care for Women. For tickets and information, contact Noreen at noreenarora@gmail.com or (714) 323-4351.

SATURDAY, OCT. 20

8:45 – 10:45 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
Hahn University Center Foyer
Enjoy a light breakfast to begin your day.

9 – 10 a.m.
International Studies Abroad
Hahn University Center, Forum A/B
Join professors and students who have participated in an international studies program as they provide an overview and explain the application process.

10:15 – 11:15 a.m.
Residential Life – It’s Never Too Early
Hahn University Center, Forum A/B
Learn first-hand how students will select housing for the 2008-2009 academic year and the benefits of living on campus at USD.

11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Sun, Surf and Volley
Spend time on the beach, kayaking, playing volleyball, horse shoes, and relaxing at Mission Bay. Transportation and lunch included. Trams leave USD at the top of each hour and depart from the beach at the bottom of each hour between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. $10 per person. Call
Outdoor Recreation at (619) 260-4709 to register by Oct. 12.

1 p.m.
Women’s Volleyball vs. Portland
Jenny Craig Pavilion

4:30 – 6 p.m.

Torero Tailgate Party
Alcala Vista Parking Lot
Bring your Torero spirit and enjoy a BBQ buffet dinner before the big game. Every family
attending the tailgate party will be entered in a drawing. Win a FREE residence hall room makeover for a current USD student, courtesy of The Container Store (valued at $600 each). One male and one female student will win. For all prizes, the winning families must be present at the time of the drawing to win.

6 p.m.
Football vs. Jacksonville
Torero Stadium

SUNDAY, OCT. 21

10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Family Weekend Mass
Founders Chapel
Celebrate Sunday Mass with the USD community. All faiths are welcome. The Parents of
the Year Award and the Award of Excellence will be presented. To serve at Mass, please contact Mary Kruer at kruerm@sandiego.edu.

11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Closing Reception
Founders East Patio
The Parents Association invites you to a reception following Mass. Light refreshments will be served during this farewell event.

Noon
Women’s Soccer vs. Pepperdine
Torero Stadium

2:30 p.m.
Men’s Soccer vs. University of San Francisco
Torero Stadium