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USD Law Celebrates the 45th Anniversary of Centers for Public Interest Law and Retirement of Robert C. Fellmeth
On Sunday, February 2, friends, family, and colleagues gathered at the University of San Diego (USD) campus to celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Centers for Public Interest Law (CPIL) and the retirement of its founder and executive director Robert C. Fellmeth, Price Professor of Public Interest Law.

At the Edge of It All Podcast: The Athletics Edge: Push and Pull of Coaching with Men's Rowing
This week, on "At the Edge of It All", Bart Thompson, head coach of USD Men's Rowing, joined us to talk about his love of coaching.…

Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Jacqueline Bonds, PhD
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…

Video: USD in the News Highlights for January 2025
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of January 2025.…

Michael Massaro: USD's New Engineering and Computer Science Embedded Librarian
Michael Massaro joined the University of San Diego (USD) on January 2, 2025 as the Copley Library’s new engineering and computer science embedde…

USD Welcomes Nikhil Yadav, PhD, as Computer Science Department Chair
Nikhil Yadav, PhD, has been appointed as the new Chair of the Computer Science department at the University of San Diego's (USD) Shiley-Marcos School …

Watch: USD News Minute for February 3
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Updates to Federal Policy and Protocols: What You Should Know
The University of San Diego (USD) reaffirms its commitment to fostering a welcoming and supportive environment for all students, faculty and staff. Wi…

At the Edge of It All Podcast: Engineering, Adventure, and Safety: Michael Morse Discusses a Life Beyond the Circuit Board
Michael Morse sat down with "At the Edge of It All" for a conversation about his nearly 40-year journey as an electrical engineering professor.…

International Business Alumnus Creates an Easier Way to Say No to Plastic
Born and raised along the slow flowing twists of the Mississippi River in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Steffek Rainey ’24 (BBA) grew up seeing first …

All USD Athletics Programs Achieve Academic Success in Fall 2024
University of San Diego (USD) Athletics posted another strong academic performance during the Fall 2024 semester, with all 17 Torero teams combining t…

USD Veteran Students Find Community at National Conference
Anne Borrell sat frozen in her chair, fighting back tears as University of San Diego President James T. Harris III, DEd, delivered his orientation spe…

Watch: USD News Minute for January 27
USD News Minute: What you need to know this week at USD…

The Athletics Edge: The Changing Landscape of College Athletics and Evolving to Prioritize Mental Health
In this episode of "The Athletics Edge," a special series of "At the Edge of It All," we talk with Kimya Massey, Athletic Director of the University o…

Update on Southern California Wildfires - Jan. 22
The University of San Diego (USD) continues to monitor developments from the devastating wildfires in and around the Los Angeles area, as well as the …

2025 Spring Parking Permits On Sale
We are pleased to inform you that Spring 2025 parking permits will be available for purchase starting Monday, January 27, after 9 a.m. Please remember…

Watch: USD News Minute for January 21
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Teaching Beyond Survival: Empowering Engineering Educators
According to the American Society for Engineering Education, emerging engineering faculty members receive little to no training in how to teach. Coupl…

History Professor Celebrates 20 Years of 'At Risk for Huntington's Disease' Blog
This month marks the 20th anniversary of At Risk for Huntington's Disease, a blog by Kenneth P. Serbin, PhD, that has chronicled his personal journey …

At the Edge of It All Podcast: Supporting Our Heroes: A Counseling Professor’s Insight on Mental Health in the Military Community
In honor of Mental Wellness Awareness Month, this episode of "At the Edge of It All" features Nicholas Boyd, Assistant Professor in the Clinical Men…

Watch: USD News Minute for January 13
USD News Minute: What you need to know this week at USD…

Video: USD in the News Highlights for December 2024
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of December 2024.…

Cardinal McElroy Picked to Lead Washington, D.C. Archdiocese
Cardinal Robert W. McElroy, bishop of San Diego, was appointed by Pope Francis to lead the Archdiocese of Washington, D.C., the Vatican announced Mond…

USD Athletics Mourns the Passing of Torero Legend Brian Matusz
Brian Matusz, the most accomplished pitcher in Torero baseball history and one of the most talented athletes to emerge from the University of San Dieg…

The Athletics Edge: The Role of College Athletics in a Campus Community
In this episode of "The Athletics Edge," we sit down with Kimya Massey, Athletic Director of the University of San Diego, to explore the pivotal rol…

‘DecompressX’ Secures Top Prize at 6th Annual Fowler Business Concept Challenge
Knauss School of Business Master of Science in Real Estate student Brice Hamilton’s passion captured the attention of judges and attendees alike…

At the Edge of it All Podcast: A Conflict Resolution Scholar Shares What Global Conflicts Look Like Today
Philip Gamaghelyan, associate professor of conflict resolution at the University of San Diego, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to talk abou…

The Athletics Edge: What Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) Looks Like in College Sports Today
In the latest episode of The Athletics Edge, Kimya Massey, Athletic Director of the University of San Diego, breaks down the ins and out of Name, Imag…

USD President's Christmas Card 2024
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the University of San Diego. May this be a season filled with happiness, hope and light.…

USD Advent: Members of the USD Founders Chapel Choir Perform "Silent Night"
Enjoy this beautiful rendition of a timeless Christmas classic. …