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Toreros Together for the Common Good - Spring Programming Lineup
As part of the 'Year of Wellness,' USD students are invited to participate in a comprehensive program dedicated to holistic health and community building. In light of today’s local and global challenges, we remain committed to providing a supportive environment through accessible campus resources and activities.
Watch: USD News Minute for January 26
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Finding Her Rhythm
Sunrise over the bay is an awesome sight, but for rower Annika Goodwyn, the true beauty is the synergy inside the shell as she and team…
An Unexpected Recipe for Wellness
Sometimes the most unlikely path leads to the greatest personal fulfillment. It’s a sentiment Trishika Tabuena ’22 (MS) knows well&nb…
At the Edge of It All: How Teens Can Solve Global Problems with an Innovator's Mindset
Ashley Ahrens-Víquez, Program Operations and Engagement Manager for The Jacobs Institute for Innovation in Education at the University of San D…
Ricardo Valerdi, PhD: Bringing Math to Life Through the Science of Sport
In 2013, Dr. Ricardo Valerdi ’00, a proud electrical engineering alumnus of the University of San Diego (USD), had a radical idea: what if we us…
Watch: USD News Minute for January 20
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Wellness By Students, For Students
Before the doors to the Palomar Health Student Wellness Center opened in April, Kimmel Yeager arrived several months earlier for her newly created pos…
At the Edge of It All: The Psychology Behind Building a Positive Mindset
How does our mindset play a role in how we tackle everyday challenges? And, what is the science behind it?…
Wellness Redefined
At USD’s Palomar Health Student Wellness Center, wellness isn’t just a routine — it’s a lifestyle, a place where students are …
Carnegie Foundation Selects the University of San Diego as the Host for Community Engagement-Classified Universities
The University of San Diego (USD) was selected as one of 237 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement (CE) Cla…
Video: USD in the News Highlights for December 2025
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of December 2025.…
Answering the Call
"Running to the fire." The phrase is central to the mission and ethos of the international aid organization, Samaritan’s Purse,…
At the Edge of It All: How Wetlands Play an Essential Role in Connecting Habitats
Drew Talley, professor of Environmental and Ocean Sciences, joined the "At the Edge of it All" podcast to talk about his journey into studying wetland…
USD Faculty Light the Way Forward: Nikolas Behar
University of San Diego faculty light the way forward through teaching, research, and scholarship. Nikolas Behar, professor of cybersecurity at the Sh…
At the Edge of It All: What Makes Christmas Music So Indelible
Everywhere you go this year, you’re probably hearing those familiar tunes. Music tastes may change, but every year we return to the same holiday…
The Fall 2025 Issue of Engineering's I3@USD Magazine is Now Available!
The Fall 2025 issue of the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering I3@USD magazine is out. The University of San Diego's mission is rooted in the Catholic…
35 Years of the ADA: A Student's Journey and Accessibility at USD
For Charlotte Iradjpanah, every day is a gift, but one that brings with it uncertainty.…
USD Dedicates Angels Unawares Sculpture with Mass and Blessing
The University of San Diego dedicated Angels Unawares, a bronze sculpture by Canadian artist Timothy Schmalz, during a campus ceremony on Dec. 18 &mda…
A Future Forged in Ethics and Innovation
On a dazzling December day in sunny San Diego, the USD Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering hosted a formal luncheon with two nationally-recognized cer…
At the Edge of It All: The Important Role Nonprofits Play in Society
The holidays are here, and if you're looking for a gift that will have an impact, look no further. This time of year is crucial for nonprofits, which …
USD Joins Effort to Enhance Binational Education in Region
The University of San Diego joins other higher education institutions in announcing the official launch of the CaliBaja Higher Education Consortium (C…
Watch: USD News Minute for December 15
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Toreros Lead Through Service: USD Student-Athletes Deliver Record Community Impact
University of San Diego student-athletes demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to service, leadership, and personal growth this year, highlighted b…
USD President James T. Harris Discusses the Future of Higher Education during New York Times Panel
On December 3, University of San Diego President James T. Harris III, D.Ed. joined a panel of higher education leaders to discuss the challenges facin…
At the Edge of It All: How to Recruit More People Into Teaching
This week, "At the Edge of It All" was joined by Amanda Roth, PhD, of USD's School of Leadership and Education Sciences.…
USD Student Lila Fowler Becomes University’s First Marshall Scholar
The University of San Diego is celebrating a historic achievement as fourth-year student Lila Fowler has been named a 2026 Marshall Scholar. This high…
Video: USD in the News Highlights for November 2025
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of November 2025.…
Watch: USD News Minute for December 8
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Branches of Belonging
Teddy Montague is both a mathematics major and a member of the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC), two paths that might seem worlds apart.…