News

Keep up with the many activities and accomplishments of EOSC students, faculty, and alumni.

All News

Dr. Andrew Nosal featured on KUSI NewsTuesday, March 9, 2021
USD Professor and SIO research Dr. Andrew Nosal unlocks mysteries of Soupfin Shark migration in Journal of Applied Ecology and is&…
New Research Unlocks Mysteries of Soupfin Shark Migration and ReproductionWednesday, March 3, 2021
A seven-year study of California’s soupfin sharks sheds light on their migration and reproductive cycles, laying the groundwork for po…
Care for Our Common Home Series: Interdisciplinary Discussions of Environmental Justice, SustainabilityThursday, October 22, 2020 post has video
The University of San Diego’s Humanities Center “is dedicated to the exploration of the human condition and the limitless ways i…
Dr. Michel Boudrias Op-Ed in the San Diego Union-TribuneMonday, October 19, 2020
Dr. Michel Boudrias wrote an Op-Ed/Commentary in the San Diego Union-Tribune on climate change and solutions for maintaining our quality of …
EOSC Postdoc in the News: UnivisionWednesday, October 14, 2020
We are excited to see Dr. Christian Briseño-Avena, postdoctoral researcher in Professor Jennifer Prairie's Lab, featured on Univision…
EOSC Professors in the News: Professors Mail Lab Kits to Remedy Remote Learning Challenges for StudentsMonday, October 12, 2020
We are so proud of our hardworking faculty who creatively adapted to remote learning this semester! Dr. Prairie and Dr. Coffey were featured…
Alcalá Bazaar Day 1: Virtual Opportunities AboundTuesday, August 25, 2020 post has video
It’s known as the event for students new and returning to find out what’s happening at the University of San Diego and what&rsqu…
In-Person Summer Research Happening in USD's Shiley Center for Science and TechnologyWednesday, June 24, 2020 post has photos
Since she's been at the University of San Diego, Trina Nguyentu's summer hangout in San Diego has not been at the beach. Her time, instead, …
USD's Xatalyze Focuses on Affordable Renewable Energy for AllWednesday, June 10, 2020
Jarvis Lu's initial interest in learning about the future — not in a fortune teller kind of way, but an approach to an environmentally…
USD Professor Creates New and Innovative Connections for his StudentsFriday, May 22, 2020
When it comes to thinking of creative ideas to connect to students remotely, Environmental and Ocean Sciences Associate Professor Drew Tal…
A Journey Around My Room Video Series: Beth O'Shea, PhDThursday, May 14, 2020 post has video
…
USD Community Enjoys Pacific Ocean's Bioluminescence "Night Show"Tuesday, May 5, 2020 post has video
As if to say, "Thank You" for staying home while the beaches were closed during this COVID-19 pandemic, the San Diego coastline has been put…
Three USD Professors Honored as Top Undergraduate Research MentorsFriday, April 24, 2020
In describing the impact that three University of San Diego professors who were being honored as mentors to their research students, Elisa M…
In Good Company Video Series: Beth O'Shea, PhDThursday, April 9, 2020 post has video
Inspired by Desert Island Discs, USD faculty, staff, and students share three creative pieces (music, literature, film, artwork) that are ke…
A Journey Around My Room Video Series: Ron Kaufmann, PhDFriday, April 3, 2020 post has video
Inspired by Xavier de Maistre of Savoy, USD faculty, staff and students take us on a journey around the room where they are currently workin…
Eosc @ Ocean SciencesTuesday, March 10, 2020
From February 16–21, at least 22 USD students and faculty from the Department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences presented their work…
An Inside Look at USD's First Carbon Neutral ClassWednesday, December 11, 2019 post has photos
Sustainability champion and USD School of Business Clinical Professor of Management, Abby Berk, PhD, has created the first carbon neutral cl…
Congratulations to Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Christian Briseño-AvenaWednesday, November 27, 2019
We want to say congratulations to our Postdoctoral Fellow Dr. Christian Briseño-Avena for publishing a paper in the journal Limnology…
President Harris, Students Sign, Support Climate Leadership CommitmentFriday, October 18, 2019
University of San Diego President James T. Harris, during Global Climate Change Week (Oct. 14-20) co-signed a Presidents’ Climate Lead…
Welcome to #ClimateWeek2019!Thursday, September 19, 2019
Welcome to #ClimateWeek2019 Everyone! Climate Week (September 23 through the 27) is an event held in NYC by The Climate Group every year to…
Alumnus Tobias Nickel Publishes Paper on Senior Research ProjectThursday, September 12, 2019
We are so proud of recent alumni Tobias Nickel (class of 2019) for publishing a paper in the Natural Areas Journal. His paper describes his …
Dr. Jennifer Prairie Receives LLC Faculty Advisor AwardTuesday, September 3, 2019
Congratulations to Jennifer Prairie, PhD, for receiving the Outstanding LLC Faculty Advisor Award. The LLC (Living and Learning Communities)…
EOSC Master's Student Featured in Union-TribuneMonday, August 12, 2019
Angela Klemmedson, a USD Master of Science in Environmental and Ocean Sciences student and research associate for the Scripps CalCOFI group,…
EOSC Alum Nima Farchadi Publishes in Marine Ecology Progress SeriesWednesday, August 7, 2019
Recent alumnus, Nima Farchadi, who graduated in 2018 with an MS in Marine Science has been published in the Marine Ecology Progress Series. …
USD Scientist for a Day: Student Labs ResearchThursday, August 1, 2019 post has video
It may be summer at the University of San Diego, but research happens year-round. On Tuesday, July 30, Vice President and Provost Gail F. Ba…
EOSC Master's Student Featured in Union Tribune Thursday, May 30, 2019
Ravleen Khalsa-Basra is a second-year graduate student in the Department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences. She was recently featured in t…
Michael Bennett '19: Head First into Global LearningTuesday, May 21, 2019
There exists a few select moments that I can recall with impressive detail. From the color of my shirt to the hue in the sky to my scatterin…
Office Hours: Michel Boudrias, PhD, Associate Professor, Environmental and Ocean SciencesTuesday, April 9, 2019 post has video
With marine-inspired clothing and a love for teaching, Michel Boudrias, PhD, an associate professor of environmental and ocean sciences, is …
Garibaldi Bowl 2019Thursday, February 28, 2019
The Department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences has been hosting the annual San Diego Garibaldi Bowl for the last four years under the di…
DNA shows great white shark attacked boy off Encinitas beachThursday, October 11, 2018
Results from DNA testing of a wetsuit worn by a teenage boy bitten by a shark last month while lobster diving in Encinitas confirmed he was …
Summer Takes Toreros Around the WorldTuesday, September 4, 2018 post has photos post has video
University of San Diego students, faculty and staff spent their summer doing a variety of things: Many studied abroad. Several did research.…
USD Scientist, Jeff Crooks, Gives his Opinion on the U.S.-Mexico Border Impact on ResearchMonday, August 13, 2018
The border fence here was built long before President Trump’s campaign promises to “build a wall.” Barriers run for 46 mil…
Research Week: Faculty Recognized for Mentorship, Grant ProposalsThursday, April 19, 2018 post has photos
The University of San Diego’s Research Week hosted two events Tuesday that speak to one of the most important elements for research to…
Marine Science Graduate Student Part of a Rising Tide for Diversity and Inclusion in the Field Wednesday, December 6, 2017
A master’s student in marine science and her USD mentor were honored this fall by the Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation (CERF)…
MPA's Assist in Restoration of Pacific RockfishTuesday, November 28, 2017
West Coast rockfish species in deep collapse only 20 years ago have multiplied rapidly in large marine protected areas off Southern Californ…
Outdoor Education and Fun Adventures AwaitMonday, November 20, 2017 post has video
When a class discussion in Riley Henning’s environmental ethics course shifts to Pope Francis’ 2015 encyclical, On Care for Our …
Great white shark’s surprise entry into research project has scientists ‘buzzing’; videoMonday, October 30, 2017
When a class discussion in Riley Henning’s environmental ethics course shifts to Pope Francis’ 2015 encyclical, On Care for Our …
REU Fellows Expand Knowledge Via Summer ResearchFriday, August 11, 2017
The prospect of learning something new each day is true for everybody. For students in college, particularly those who’ve participated…
USD Professor Selected CERF Niering Outstanding Educator Award WinnerTuesday, July 25, 2017
Environmental and Ocean Sciences Associate Professor Drew Talley has long been fascinated by science but, seemingly, not only for himself. H…
USD to Host High School Marine Science Garibaldi Bowl, Seeks VolunteersFriday, February 10, 2017
Seeking to inspire high school students locally and regionally in ocean sciences and enhance their knowledge in STEM (Science, Technology, E…
Students Enjoy Unforgettable SACNAS Conference Thursday, October 20, 2016
Cristina Clark, Kyle Proctor, Kheperah Ray, Simone Batiste, Jessica Noe and Andrea Mast were among 25 undergraduate Univ…
Summer Research Contributes to DeSantiago's TransformationThursday, August 4, 2016 post has video
When Ric DeSantiago speaks about an environmental transformation he’s made and the career path he’s interested in taking, that v…
USD Helps Team Go Green at All-Star Game FestivitiesFriday, July 15, 2016 post has photos
As a college utility baseball player, Spencer Dunlap routinely saw the game from multiple perspectives. So when the May 2016 University of S…
Kimberly Nielsen: USD Alumna, Scientist and Professional Sea Turtle RescuerTuesday, January 12, 2016
Kimberly Nielsen graduated from USD in 2014 with a Bachelor's degree in Marine Science. Since then, she has traveled the world working as a …
Taking Care of HomeTuesday, December 1, 2015
USD MAGAZINE -- Pope Francis made a bold statement on the environment in his June encyclical, Laudato Si, with a message that not only valid…
Marine Science Graduate student wins AEP ScholarshipTuesday, October 27, 2015
Congratulations to Marine Science Graduate student Elizabeth Johnston on her $2,000 Student Scholarship from the San Diego Chapter of the As…
Marine Science Graduate student wins AEP ScholarshipTuesday, October 27, 2015
Congratulations to Marine Science Graduate student Elizabeth Johnston on her $2,000 Student Scholarship from the San Diego Chapter of the As…
Top U.S. EPA Administrator Visits USDThursday, October 22, 2015
A 90-minute visit Monday to the University of San Diego campus by Gina McCarthy, top administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agen…
Physical Oceanography Class to Engage with Mission Bay High School StudentsFriday, September 25, 2015
Every student in Dr. Jennifer Prairie's Physical Oceanography class will take part in a community engagement activity, which will involve te…
Physical Oceanography Lab Field Trips throughout San DiegoFriday, September 25, 2015
Professor Katherine Zaba will be educating her students in the Physical Oceanography Lab class how to investigate salinity and temperature r…
USD Environmental Studies Major Receives SFS Researcher AwardFriday, September 18, 2015
Rani Kumar, University of San Diego and SFS Center for Andes-Amazon Studies, Peru The aim of Kumar’s research project, Amazonian Migr…
KPBS speaks with USD Marine Science graduate studentMonday, September 14, 2015
Rebecca Schwartz is a graduate student in the Environmental and Ocean Sciences department, working with Dr. Drew Talley on questions about l…
Goldsberry '15 Excellence in Undergraduate Research AwardTuesday, May 12, 2015
This annual award was presented to Daniella Goldsberry, a full-time undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in a two-year or four-…
Honors Convocation Special Department AwardsTuesday, May 5, 2015
On Tuesday May 5, 2015 at the Honors Convocation Ceremony, the Department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences presented the following specia…
Opening for an Earth Science Tenure Track Assistant ProfessorFriday, September 12, 2014
The University of San Diego (USD) department of Environmental and Ocean Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor…
USD Adds Eight Outstanding Female STEM ProfessorsTuesday, September 9, 2014
The University of San Diego today announced the hiring of an interdisciplinary cohort of eight new female science, technology, engineering…
Undergraduate Research Award Bolsters Blanco's USD ExperienceTuesday, May 6, 2014
Inside USD -- Alexander Blanco arrived at the University of San Diego a few years ago as a living dichotomy. He came to San Diego via …
Join the Student Life and Graduate Student CouncilThursday, April 10, 2014
The Graduate Student Council will be holding elections for leadership positions for the 2014-2015 academic year this month. If you are inter…
Changemaker Challenge 2014Thursday, March 27, 2014
The Changemaker Challenge invites students, faculty and staff to employ imagination, hard work and passion to generate ideas for addressing …
USD Alumni Association Scholarships AvailableMonday, February 3, 2014
The USD Alumni Association is offering scholarships for USD students, and it’s really easy to apply. DETAILS: Approximately 15 sch…
An Ecosystem of our Own Making Could Pose A ThreatMonday, January 6, 2014
LA Times - Elizabeth Lopez maneuvered a massive steel claw over the side of a 134-foot sailboat and guided its descent through swaying …
Science Students Collect Research Aboard SSV SeamansFriday, October 4, 2013
Inside USD -- Polly Carrico admits she’s not much of a morning person, but when she learned that she would be waking up really ea…
NSF Grad Fellow Eager for Science Research, OutreachFriday, October 4, 2013
Inside USD -- The University of San Diego’s Marine Science graduate program is enjoying a first this academic year. Sacramento&rs…
Science Students Collect Research Aboard SSV SeamansTuesday, September 24, 2013
September 15th students enjoyed a day of mud, plankton and (unfortunately for some) sea-sickness. Thanks SSV Seamans team for your support.…
2014 WEC ScholarshipMonday, August 19, 2013
The Women's Environmental Council (WEC) is a non-profit association of women professionals in various environmental fields in Southern Calif…
ENVI 494 Discovers Death Valley ResourcesThursday, March 7, 2013
The Envi 494 course includes this mandatory 5 day/4 night field trip to Death Valley, CA. Why is this trip and important part of the c…
MARS 474 Field Trip to Anza BorregoThursday, March 7, 2013
Dr. Sarah Gray wil be taking her MARS 474 History of Earth and Climate class on a field trip to Anza Borrego to discuss and learn about Geol…
Torero Swimmer Competes in U.S. Olympic TrialsTuesday, July 17, 2012
Inside USD -- Eleanor Phillips will be like millions of other sports fans later this month, rooting for United States athletes competin…
Inside USD Highlights MARS Graduate StudentWednesday, June 13, 2012
Student’s Expertise Aids Virgin Islands Project Inside USD -- Sarah Gray, PhD, has dutifully worked on a funded research project…
The Next Generation of Science and Environmental LeadersThursday, May 24, 2012
City Heights Life -- College? That was not exactly what my parents or I had in mind when we moved to City Heights from Mexico City. Lik…
Student’s Expertise Aids Virgin Islands ProjectWednesday, May 9, 2012
Inside USD --Sarah Gray, PhD, has dutifully worked on a funded research project since 2007 to study the impact of watershed development on c…
Inside USD: Undergraduate Research Showcases CreativityThursday, April 19, 2012
Inside USD -- Passersby couldn’t take their eyes off Alison Dressel, even if they wanted to do so. She wouldn’t let them wa…
Increasing Climate Change LiteracyMonday, April 9, 2012
KPBS -- We talk to a USD scientist who is leading the effort to educate the public about San Diego's climate issues. Our top story on…
USD Scientist Getting The Word Out On Global WarmingMonday, April 9, 2012
KPBS -- Most scientists will admit they haven't always been successful at explaining climate change to the general public. A recent su…
Drew Talley, PhD, and Oceanography Class Blog Thursday, April 5, 2012
Drew Talley, PhD, has created a blog that links to the MARS 511 Oceanography student blogs. http://fundulus.net/…
Cleaning The Air On Climate EducationMonday, April 2, 2012
San Diego Union Tribune -- An unusual alliance of social scientists, researchers and communications experts in San Diego County is try…
Inside USD: Undergraduate Research Insight at USD's Sci-MixThursday, March 22, 2012
Inside USD — One hallmark of a University of San Diego undergraduate education is the opportunity for students to do tangible res…
Inside USD: San Diegans Show Greater Concern About Climate ChangeTuesday, March 6, 2012
Inside USD - When it comes to climate change, San Diegans are more aware than others in the U.S. that it’s occurring and of the t…
Climate Change Website LaunchedWednesday, January 25, 2012
San Diego Union-Tribune -- A multi-institution partnership focused on educating the public about climate change in this area formally l…
Department of Marine Science and Environmental Studies Hosts 2012 Knapp ChairWednesday, December 14, 2011
Dr. Paul Snelgrove is the 2012 Knapp Chair at USD and will be housed in the Department of Marine Science and Environmental Studies. Dr. …
Fall 2011 Beneath the Sea NewsletterThursday, December 1, 2011
Marine Science and Environmental Studies Department FALL 2011 Volume 2 Beneath the Sea Newsletter…
Marine Science Assists with Coastal CleanupFriday, September 23, 2011
The Department of Marine Science and Environmental Studies Professor Nathalie Reyns and her students participated in the California Coastal …
Marine Science Classroom on the OceanFriday, September 23, 2011
Ocean, RV Sproul Serve as USD’s Science ‘Classroom’ Inside USD -- University of San Diego Professors Ron Kaufmann, S…
Marine Science Graduate Thesis Defense by J.BurkeThursday, August 4, 2011
Marine Science Graduate Thesis Defense presented by Joel Burke "Trace Metal Accumulation in Tissues of Callinectes bellicosus in Bahia Magd…
Marine Science Graduate Thesis Defense by S.HitchmanThursday, August 4, 2011
Marine Science Graduate Thesis Defense presented by Sean Hitchman "Age-specific association with potential adult habitat in larval bocaccio…
Marine Science Graduate Student CommencementThursday, June 2, 2011
Inside USD — Megan Kolupski knew what she was getting when she bypassed other graduate programs and chose to study marine science at…
MARS/ENVI Acknowledges Student AccomplishmentsFriday, April 8, 2011
The Marine Science and Environmental Studies Department would like to acknowledge the following outstanding undergraduates who have been off…
USD Faculty and Students Attend Western Society of Naturalist MeetingFriday, November 19, 2010
This year, more University of San Diego faculty and students attended the Western Society of Naturalist conference than at any time in the p…
USD Receives Grant to Raise Climate-Change AwarenessThursday, September 16, 2010
San Diego Union Tribune -- The University of San Diego will use nearly $1 million in grant money to educate San Diego County residen…
City Heights’ Nuñez Arrives as USD’s First Ocean Leader ScholarTuesday, August 31, 2010
Living in an urban, diverse and often underserved community, Yajaira Nuñez faced challenges in creating and pursuing a vision…
San Diego Non-Profit Seeks To Transform Students’ Lives Through ScienceThursday, August 26, 2010
KPBS -- Drew Talley, PhD, is a University of San Diego assistant professor for Marine Science and Environmental Studies. Statistics…
MARS Graduate Student Wins First PlaceWednesday, July 14, 2010
Marine Science graduate student Sean Hitchman won first place in the Ecology, Organismal Biology, and Environmental Science Division at the …
Marine Science Alumnus Nacho Vilchis Defends Dissertation at ScrippsTuesday, June 1, 2010
Nacho Vilchis, Marine Science and Environmental Studies alumnus, defended his dissertation on June 1 at the Seaside Forum at Scripps Institu…
Where Sustainability Meets Catholic Social ThoughtWednesday, March 24, 2010
A trip to the Dominican Republic gave University of San Diego faculty members the chance to explore principles of Catholic social teaching a…
Making Science Seriously FunMonday, January 25, 2010
The walls of Michel Boudrias’ corner office are adorned with framed photos of crustaceans and invertebrates. Naturally, the University…
Climate Change Affects Deep-Sea LifeMonday, December 7, 2009
The cold dark expanses of the ocean floor may provide clues to the extent and effect of climate change on undersea ecosystems, said Ron Kauf…
Environmental Geochemist Tenure Track Assistant Professor PositionWednesday, December 2, 2009
The University of San Diego (USD) department of Marine Science and Environmental Studies invites applications for a tenure-track assistant p…
Sproul Cruise 2009Wednesday, November 11, 2009
On Saturday September 19, MARS/ENVI students went on a field trip out to sea.…
Students Get Specifics On Science Research OpportunitiesThursday, October 22, 2009
Karen Cesafsky says one reason she chose to attend the University of San Diego was its reputation for undergraduate research opportunities. …
Planting the Seeds of Sustainability Thursday, September 24, 2009
Now this is hands-on learning. The University of San Diego officially celebrated the creation of a student garden on Wednesday. A 50-…
NSF Grant Supports Science Outreach Efforts to Students Wednesday, September 23, 2009
The University of San Diego recently received a $477,000 grant from the National Science Foundation that will, in part, serve underrepresent…
MARS Ocean Leaders Win National Science Foundation GrantFriday, September 11, 2009
Drew Talley, Ph.D., Sarah Gray, Ph.D., and Zhi-Yong Yin, Ph.D. from the Marine Science and Environmental Studies Department, with Sandy Bucz…
Transforming Students' Lives Through ScienceFriday, September 11, 2009
Just Like Paradise: Marine Science program in Mexico connects with teensA boat drops anchor near a patch of sandy shoreline. It’s a li…
Boudrias to Head Sustainability EffortsFriday, August 21, 2009
Michel Boudrias, Ph.D. has been named Academic Director for Sustainability. He will be responsible for coordinating all academic …
Sarah Gray Awarded NOAA Grant Friday, August 21, 2009
Sarah Gray, Ph.D. has been awarded a grant of $49,722 from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to continue her long-term re…
Sarah Gray Receives ARRA Award.Friday, August 21, 2009
Sarah Gray, Ph.D., has received an American Recovery and Reinvestment Act award for $56,761 to continue her long-term project in the US Virg…
Need a Physical Science GE Class? Wednesday, June 13, 2007
ENVI 104 Natural DisastersThis course will give students an introduction to the earth and the dynamic natural processes that impact humanity…