A Spirit of Innovation
Our faculty facilitate a vibrant academic experience that builds community
School of Business Professor Simon Croom is proud to be part of an institution where innovation and entrepreneurship lead to positive change.
"I first got involved with technical learning about 25 years ago, back when it was CD-based." Clearly, technology has moved at a rapid pace, and continues to evolve at breakneck speed. "I think we’ll look back at this as the dawning of a whole new era of enhanced learning experiences."
Professor of Supply Chain Management Simon Croom
World-Class
USD's award-winning faculty is recognized globally for excellence
John Halaka has developed extensive relationships with refugee and internally displaced communities in the West Bank, Gaza, Israel and Lebanon.
"Being on the ground makes all the difference. Being there a long time creates trust and deeper knowledge. I'm not diving in, touching in and leaving. It's a project I've worked on for 12 years and I'm going to keep working on it."
Professor of Visual Arts John Halaka
One-on-One Relationships
Small class sizes foster close-knit connections between students and faculty members
Those formative connections lead to innovative collaborations that advance academic inquiry, research and community engagement, staples of a USD education.
"As a theater artist, I write, direct and act. But first and foremost, I'm a professor. I love the mission of USD and how we all inform each other's pedagogy. My work gives me a way to be an activist while connecting with students."
Theater Professor Evelyn Diaz Cruz
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The University of San Diego's award-winning faculty are recognized by their peers for excellence in scholarship and research. Our community of engaged scholars encourage the integration of knowledge and research to address challenges with local and global impact.