Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Information for the USD community related to the coronavirus outbreak.

The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting our world in unprecedented ways. As the situation evolves, the University of San Diego remains focused on addressing two imperatives: ensuring that we take prudent precautions to protect our community and communities beyond our campus, and continuing to deliver a values-based, liberal arts education that prepares our students to address society’s most urgent challenges. This website provides up-to-date information and news about the university's response to the pandemic.

Latest Updates

Summer 2020 Remote Teaching - After careful consideration, the university has made the decision to extend remote teaching to include Summer 2020. All summer sessions will be conducted remotely. The safety of our community is our top priority and we believe that extending remote teaching to support social distancing efforts is the best decision at this time.

Commencement 2020 Rescheduled - Due to the ongoing stay-at-home orders and restrictions on gatherings issued by the State of California Governor’s Office, the University of San Diego has postponed our May commencement ceremonies until October 16-18, 2020. Should there be similar restrictions on gatherings at that time, we will decide how and when to later hold commencement.

Stay at Home Order - On March 19, Governor Gavin Newsom ordered all California residents to stay home until further notice to limit the spread of COVID-19. Educational institutions such as USD are subject to these orders but are considered essential businesses. USD had already taken steps in this direction with our remote teaching transition and our remote work plans. This order does not affect our ability to keep our campus operations open and running through remote work and remote teaching. We ask that employees continue to follow their respective work plans that were approved by their supervisors.

Remote Learning/Teaching - Campus-wide remote teaching is in effect through the end of the Spring semester. Please visit the ITS website for a comprehensive list of resources for transitioning to online instruction. These include webinars, strategy guides, consultations and more.

Special Resources - To help support the USD community during these challenging times, Auxiliary Services has developed a list of resources, including: airline and storage discount information, local lodging, campus dining hours of operation and more. View these resources on the Auxiliary Services website.

FAQs for Students - The latest answers to questions from students related to our COVID-19 response. Click here to view.

FAQs for Employees - The latest answers to questions from employees related to our COVID-19 response. Click here to view.

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Quick Links

Campus Communications

Apr. 23, 2020: Future Implications of the COVID-19 Pandemic | Implicaciones a futuro de la Pandemia COVID-19

Apr. 8, 2020: Summer 2020 Remote Teaching

Apr. 1, 2020: President Harris: Looking Forward to Commencement

Mar. 27, 2020: President Harris: Rising to the Challenge

Mar. 19, 2020: COVID-19 Stay at Home Order | Una Orden de Permanecer en Casa

Mar. 19, 2020: In the Event of a ‘Shelter-in-Place’ Directive | En Caso de Una Orden de Permanecer en Casa

Mar. 17, 2020: Student Support: Financial Accommodations

Mar. 17, 2020: New County Order - Relocate Within 24 Hours

Mar. 16, 2020: Message to Student Employees

Mar. 16, 2020: Remote Work Guidelines for Employees | Guía de Empleados Para Realizar Trabajo de Manera Remota

Mar. 15, 2020: New CDC Health Alerts and Governor’s New Direction

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Spotlight

USD in the Media: COVID-19 Coverage Play Video
As the coronavirus crisis unfolds, the University of San Diego is contributing expert commentary and taking action to help the community. // April 1, 2020
Coming Together video with President Harris Play Video
President James Harris describes the steps being taken to protect USD students and employees. // March 20, 2020
A Light Out of Darkness video with Monsignor Dillabough Play Video
Vice President of Mission and Ministry Monsignor Daniel Dillabough delivers a message of hope, perseverance and faith. // March 20, 2020
President James Harris' Message to the Campus Community Play Video
President Harris delivers a message for the USD community during these difficult times. // March 14, 2020

USD COVID-19 Action Team

Academic Continuity Provost Gail Baker
Vice Provost Tom Herrinton
Health and Well-Being Vice President Carmen Vazquez 
Assistant Vice President Melissa Halter
Operations and Services Vice President Ky Snyder
Vice President Carmen Vazquez
Communications Vice President Rick Virgin 
General Counsel and Advisor to the President Tom Skinner
Advisor Dean Jane Georges

The COVID-19 Action Team will oversee the ongoing work of the Critical Incident Reponse Team (CIRT) and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) teams, and will report to the President's Administrative Team and President Harris. Key subject matter experts will be consulted, and stakeholders and partners will be identified to join these groups.

If you have additional questions not addressed above, please email universitycommunications@sandiego.edu.