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At the Edge of it All Podcast: How to Build Bridges Following a Tense Election Cycle
Emotions are likely to be raw across the country this morning, following a months-long, polarizing march to Election Day. Now, how do we move forward together, regardless of the results? “At the Edge of It All” was joined by Sarah Federman, associate professor of conflict resolution at USD and author of the award-winning book Transformative Negotiation. She explained the impulse to become tribal, and how we can fight that urge to instead engage with each other and build bridges in the face of division.
In Defense of Awe, Astonishment and Curiosity
The technological tsunami that moves faster every year (every month, every week, every day, every hour) feels unprecedented. But even though the adopt…
Video: USD in the News Highlights for October 2024
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of October 2024.…
Watch: USD News Minute for November 4
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At the Edge of it All Podcast: Día de los Muertos - Exploring Cultural Significance and Commercialization
This week, USD is commemorating Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, alongside communities around the world. On the latest episode of "At th…
McNair Scholars Program Marks Two Decades of Transforming Lives
The USD TRIO McNair Scholars Program marked two decades during its annual Ronald E. McNair Day on Oct. 22, and USD alumna Melinda Sevilla ’18 (M…
University of San Diego Named to The Princeton Review's 2025 Mental Health Services Honor Roll
The University of San Diego (USD) is one of 16 undergraduate institutions that The Princeton Review has named to its 2025 Mental Health Services Honor…
Arts and Sciences Magazine: A Reflective and Jubilant Milestone
Seventy-five years ago, in 1949, ground was broken on a hilltop overlooking Mission Bay for a campus that would eventually become the University of Sa…
Athletics: No. 8 San Diego Dominates Oregon State at Torero Stadium
A dominant, cohesive performance from the No. 8 San Diego back line combined with a pair of electric goals from Samy Kanaan on Saturday night led USD …
Watch: USD News Minute for October 28
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Splashdown! Astronaut Matthew Dominick Returns to Earth
The hatch on the SpaceX Dragon capsule opens. Slowly, and with much support, USD alumnus Matthew Dominick ’05 (BS/BA) exits and stands warily on…
USD President James Harris Tops List of Best Performing College Presidents
A new report compiled by the American Enterprise Institute ranks university presidents based on their performance around key issues, and the Universit…
At the Edge of it All Podcast: Navigating School Board Politics
Evan Crawford, assistant professor of political science and international relations at the University of San Diego, joined "At the Edge of It All" to …
California Secretary of State Shirley Weber Visits USD
California Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, PhD, focuses her gaze on the audience assembled in the Mother Hill Reading Room of USD’s Copley …
PHOTO: A Beautiful Homecoming
In a spectacular celebration of spirit and tradition, the University of San Diego's annual Homecoming and Family Weekend brought the Torero community …
Steve Pultz honored by National Catholic College Admission Association
The National Catholic College Admission Association (NCCAA) has awarded Steve Pultz, USD’s assistant vice president for enrollment management, t…
Unsung Heroes
Standing at the forefront of emerging trends and technology, USD’s Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering continuously expands its academic program…
Working towards a Culture of Encounter at USD
The following statement from President Harris outlines policies and protocols around campus assembly: Dear USD Community, As an educational institut…
Championing Social Justice
Paloma Aguirre ’05 (BA) found her political calling surfing the breakers of Imperial Beach. There, the city’s future mayor — and the…
Just Out: I3@USD Engineering Magazine
As the founding dean of the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, I am inspired daily by individuals and teams whose vision and character have propelle…
Watch: USD News Minute for October 21
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USD and UCSD Kick off Year Three of the Californians for All College Corps Program With a Joint Swearing-in Ceremony
“As a Californians for All College Corps Fellow, I am committed to make change in my community.” The words echoed across the UC Forum, wi…
VIP Lab Fellows Unravel Complex Causes of Violence and Inequality
More than a year in the making, researchers from around the world gathered on USD’s campus sharing new insights and visions of a more peaceful f…
USD Community Unites for Another Successful Torero Tuesday
The University of San Diego (USD) celebrated its Tenth Annual Torero Tuesday with another hugely successful day of giving. More than $2.3 million was …
USD Pioneers Indoor Navigation System for the Visually Impaired
Ronald Peterson stands just inside the south entrance of the Belanich Engineering Center at the University of San Diego (USD). In his right hand, Pete…
Creating a More Inclusive Society for Neurodivergent Learners
Dr. Niki Elliott, director of the Center for Embodied Equity and Neurodiversity at the University of San Diego, joined the "At the Edge of It All" tea…
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Justin Brooks
As the founder of the California Innocence Project, Justin Brooks leads a dedicated team of professors, lawyers and students in their mission to free …
Dining In the Dark
Eating is truly an experience for the senses. There’s the smell of butter, salts and spices that fill a room, before you even take a bite. …
Watch: USD News Minute for October 14
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USD Now Providing Oat Milk Free-of-Charge
Do you prefer oat milk in your morning latte? Thanks to a recent policy change, the popular milk alternative is now available without cost at the Univ…