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Celebrating the Graduating Class of 2025: Tom Bowers
The University of San Diego would like to congratulate all of our wonderful students who are graduating this year. We will be spotlighting students from across campus, sharing their educational journeys leading up to commencement.
USD Completes Successful Employee Giving Campaign
The University of San Diego (USD) recently completed another successful Students First! Employee Giving Campaign on May 2. The university's dedicated …
Watch: USD News Minute for May 12
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University of San Diego Celebrates Historic Election of American-Born Pope
The University of San Diego (USD) joins the global Catholic community in celebrating the historic election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope …
At the Edge of It All Podcast - The Athletics Edge: NROTC Student Who Also Competes at the Highest Level
This week, “At the Edge of It All” was joined by USD Cross Country runner Kara Curry.…
Honors Convocation Ceremony Celebrates Stellar Academic Achievements
Commencement season at the University of San Diego (USD) began with the Honors Convocation Ceremony in the Shiley Theatre on Tuesday, May 6.…
Torero Entrepreneurship Challenge: A Winner for Student Innovators
It’s one thing to have an invention — it’s another to know how to turn it into successful entrepreneurship. The Torero Entrepreneurs…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Kobi Finestone, PhD
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…
Torero Racing Team Shines in Competition
University of San Diego's Torero Racing team returned to San Diego triumphantly, having placed sixth in the endurance event at the Society of Automoti…
Update on College of Arts and Sciences Non-Tenure Track Faculty Union Negotiations and Strike Notice
In June 2024, the non-tenure track (NTT) faculty in USD’s College of Arts and Sciences voted to be represented by the Service Employees Internat…
Video: USD in the News Highlights for April 2025
Watch a 3-minute highlight video of USD's appearances in the media for the month of April 2025.…
Watch: USD News Minute for May 5
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Epstein Family Foundation Commits $10 Million to Support USD’s Military-Connected Students
The University of San Diego (USD) announced today that longtime supporters Dan and Phyllis Epstein, through the Epstein Family Foundation, have commit…
Three USD Students Earn Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
Three USD students, Katarina Matic, Dylan Gage, and Moriah McLellan, were awarded the prestigious Barry Goldwater Scholarship that supports exceptiona…
At the Edge of It All Podcast: Engineering with a Holistic Approach
In this episode of "At the Edge of It All," we dive into the world of integrated engineering with Gordon Hoople, PhD, associate professor of…
Athletics: USD Men's Golf Earns 2025 NCAA Regional Bid
San Diego men's golf has received an at-large selection to the 2025 NCAA Tournament and is headed to the postseason for the fifth consecutive year, th…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Olutoyosi Aboderin
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Technology and…
Video: A New Era of Student Wellness Begins at USD
The University of San Diego celebrated the official opening of the Palomar Health Student Wellness Center with a ribbon-cutting and dedication ceremon…
USD Athletics Selects JMI Sports as Exclusive Multimedia Rights Partner
The University of San Diego (USD) and JMI Sports are proud to announce a new multimedia rights partnership, beginning immediately …
Athletics: Seventh-Ranked San Diego Beats No. 25 Pepperdine for WCC Tournament Title
No. 7 San Diego Men's Tennis hoisted it's eighth WCC Tournament Title in the last nine seasons, powering to a 4-2 win over No. 23 Pepperdine on Saturd…
Food, Family and Fun
On Saturday, April 26, the University of San Diego proudly joined the 40th Annual Linda Vista Multi-Cultural Fair & Parade, where the theme &ldquo…
Watch: USD News Minute for April 28
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USD Opens Highly-Anticipated Palomar Health Student Wellness Center
The University of San Diego officially opened the Palomar Health Student Wellness Center with a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony on Tuesday, Apr…
At the Edge of It All Podcast - The Athletics Edge: Building a Career in College Sports
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 Un…
Faculty Spotlight: Q&A with Matthew Vega, PhD
The USD College of Arts and Sciences (the college) hired 14 new faculty members in three distinctive themes – Borders and Social Justice, Techno…
The University of San Diego Mourns the Passing of Pope Francis
The University of San Diego (USD) mourns the loss of Pope Francis, who died at 7:35 a.m. on Easter Monday, according to The Vatican. …
Watch: USD News Minute for April 21
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Athletics: Record Win 22 Clinches Outright WCC Regular Season Title for No. 7 Men's Tennis, 4-2 at No. 28 Pepperdine
Seventh-ranked San Diego Men's Tennis locked up the outright WCC Regular Season Championship title with a 4-2 win on the road over their rivals, No. 2…
An MBA Student’s Advice on Embracing the College Experience
If you see Sumayya Sirajudeen walking across the University of San Diego (USD) campus, it’s likely you’ll catch her talking and engaging w…
TECh 2025: Awarding Student Innovation
It starts with an idea — one that is fostered through mentorship, resources and a supportive environment. This philosophy is at the heart of the…