Students In the Field
Graduate students and faculty come together to pursue research topics through USD's academic centers and institutes. Follow just a few of their journeys as they explore new possibilities.
Brittany Catton Kirk ’05 (BA), ’21 (MA)
Brittany Catton Kirk ’05 (BA), ’21 (MA) was in the audience for the 2019 Fowler Global Social Innovation Challenge, which motivated her to return to USD as a graduate student. “I was was so inspired that it sold me on applying for the MASI program. Having a chance to participate in global social innovation, right here in San Diego? It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I think USD is light years ahead of many other schools in terms of innovation and entrepreneurship. USD's approach of hands-on learning and building ventures from the ground up has led to great things. As a master's student, I’ve been dazzled and slightly overwhelmed with all I could possibly do."
Nancy Torres
Nancy is a first year graduate student from the Department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences. She grew up in the greater Los Angeles area and completed her B.S. degree in Environmental Studies at UC Santa Barbara. She loves spending time outdoors in nature, especially when close to the coast. Her ultimate career goal is to help spread environmental awareness on vital issues whilst making scientific contributions towards environmental preservation.