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USD Opens Highly-Anticipated Palomar Health Student Wellness Center

New facility a ‘symbol of holistic wellness’ at Alcalá Park


By Matthew Piechalak

USD Students receive napsacks in the lobby of the new Palomar Health Student Wellness Center on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The university held its ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the center, and welcomed the community into the new space for the first time. (Photo by Matthew Piechalak)
USD Students receive napsacks in the lobby of the new Palomar Health Student Wellness Center on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. The university held its ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the center, and welcomed the community into the new space for the first time. (Photo by Matthew Piechalak)

The University of San Diego officially opened the Palomar Health Student Wellness Center with a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony on Tuesday, April 22.

The plaza outside the new center, located adjacent to the university’s main entrance, was packed with students, faculty, staff and community members, all who came out for the historical event and a chance to explore the impressive three-story, 80,000-square foot facility. 

— Story by Matthew Piechalak; photos by Piechalak and Jeff Ernst; video by Alé Delgado

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