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At the Edge of it All Podcast: How Business Students are Helping Small Businesses Grow Internationally
Eileen Daspro, clinical professor of international business at the University of San Diego, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to talk about how studying abroad in Mexico led to a career in international business, why small businesses should take advantage of exporting internationally and how her business students are helping small businesses grow their international reach.
Purcell Family Championship Golf Practice Facility Opens at USD Athletics
A dedication and ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Aug. 31 to officially open the Purcell Family Championship Golf Practice Facility. Located i…
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Melissa Vargas Medina
Melissa Vargas, a computer science major at the University of San Diego, highlights the power of technology to connect people with their heritage and …
USD Among Top National Universities in U.S. News & World Report's 2024 Rankings
U.S. News & World Report today released its 2024 Best Colleges rankings, and the University of San Diego was ranked among the country’s top …
Watch: USD News Minute for September 18
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month 2023
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated nationally from September 15 to October 15 and recognizes the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans …
Dining Services Debuts New Latin Lunch Menu
Hispanic Heritage Month is underway, and one way the University of San Diego is celebrating all year long is with a brand new menu in the Student Life…
Alcalá Bazaar: A World of Possibilities Awaits
Paseo de Colachis was buzzing with the sights and sounds of new possibilities Tuesday afternoon as the biannual Alcalá Bazaar returned to the U…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: Tips for Job Hunters of All Ages
Whether you're applying for your first job or looking to switch careers, navigating the application process can be daunting. "At t…
Governor Newsom Signs Non-Compete Bill Drafted by USD Law Professor
This month, Governor Newsom signed into law Senate Bill 699, which strengthens laws against non-compete clauses in California. Orly Lobel, Warren Dist…
USD Hosts Annual September 11 Memorial
The KIPJ Theater fell quiet Monday morning as a bell’s reverberation ushered in solemn silence — one of four distinct moments of silence r…
Watch: USD News Minute for September 11
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USD Celebrates Mass of the Holy Spirit
The University of San Diego celebrated the beginning of the fall semester with its annual Mass of the Holy Spirit inside The Immaculata on September 7…
Nine USD Professors Receive Top Faculty Awards During Fall Convocation
Nine USD faculty members received top university awards for the 2023-24 academic year during Fall Convocation inside the Kroc Institute for Peace and …
Pavilion Dining Chefs Work to Perfect Their Craft
For one week every summer, the Pavilion Dining area on the first floor of the Student Life Pavilion (SLP) buzzes with activity, as USD chefs work feve…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: Why ‘Business for Good’ is Good Business
Dr. Paula Cordeiro, Dammeyer Distinguished Professor of Global Leadership and Education, joined “At the Edge of It All” to…
Students Helping Businesses Take the Next Step
Maxine Chapman’s first venture into business started in her family’s kitchen. Growing up, Chapman would help her father – a chemist…
Watch: USD News Minute for September 5
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A Bridge to Belonging
It’s a trademark San Diego day — the kind typically seen on postcards and travel brochures. The exact day new students likely envision whe…
Newest Toreros Ready to Make Their Mark
“Here we are. This is it. It is at this second that your academic journey begins.” The dynamic statement echoes inside the Jenny Cr…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: Helping Leaders Reach Their Full Potential
“At the Edge of It All” talked to Novien Yarber, PhD, director of leadership, philanthropy and social impact at The Nonpro…
Watch: USD News Minute for August 28
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Literacy Takes Centerstage at 7th Annual Festival of Books
For the fourth year in a row, the University of San Diego was the presenting sponsor of The San Diego Union-Tribune’s annual Festival of Books. …
At the Edge of it All Podcast: Exploring Weather Patterns of the Past and Looking to the Future
“At the Edge of It All” talked to Dr. Zhi-Yong Yin, professor of environmental and ocean sciences, about his work research…
2023 Black Summer Immersion Program cohort visits Copley Library
To support a good start for incoming Black students at USD, Copley Library invited the 2023 Black Summer Immersion Program cohort to tour the library …
Watch: USD News Minute for August 21
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College of Arts and Sciences Dean Interviewed Live on NBC 7 San Diego Promoting Upcoming Festival of Books, August 19, at USD
Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Noelle Norton, PhD, was interviewed live on NBC 7 San Diego’s News Midday, Thursday morning. Dr. Norton…
USD Shines in Princeton Review’s Annual College Rankings
The University of San Diego made the top 10 in four categories of The Princeton Review’s 2024 Best 389 Colleges, the publication’s nationa…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: Off to College: Helping Students and Families Navigate a New Chapter
As the Fall approaches, teens everywhere are getting ready to start an exciting new adventure: going off to college. Pauline Berryman Powe…
Incoming USD School of Law Students Take the Oath of Professionalism
SAN DIEGO (August 15, 2023) – The anticipation was palpable as a new class of 1L University of San Diego (USD) School of Law students filed into…