Calling all members of the USD community
Do you know a student who’s passionate about USD?
They could be the President for a Day! Each year, one undergraduate student will switch places with Dr. Harris and experience life as the University of San Diego president.
Your Presidential Perks:
- Park in Dr. Harris' parking spot
- Collaborate with the president's staff
- Sharpen leadership skills
- Choose a charity, and USD will donate $1,000 on your behalf
Meanwhile, Dr. Harris will:
- Attend your classes (but not take tests!)
- Fulfill your work requirements
- Participating in extra-curricular activities
Past Presidents
2026 President for a Day
Anna Vermeulen
Anna Vermeulen, a swimmer and business student, swapped places with President Harris.
2025 President for a Day
Cristian St. Clair
Cristian St. Clair, the 2025 President for a Day winner, reflects on his special day.
2024 President for a Day
Haley Jacob
USD President for a Day Haley Jacob enthusiastically embraces leadership role.
2023 President for a Day
Robert Justice
Senior History Major Robert Justice assumes role as USD President for a Day on May 10, 2023.
2022 President for a Day
Miguel Hornedo
Miguel Hornedo, a senior Psychology major and assistant at the USD Commuter Commons, took over the reins from USD President James T. Harris III, EdD, on May 10, 2022.
2019 President for a Day
Tiffany Zhang
Tiffany Zhang, a graduating senior behavioral neuroscience major and minoring in communication studies and leadership studies, took over the reins of the USD presidency from USD President James T. Harris III on April 25, 2019.
2018 President for a Day
Christina Saad
When Christina Saad awakened in her Maher Hall residential space on April 26, 2018, the she did so knowing she wasn’t starting her day as usual.
2017 President for a Day
Olivia Gonzalez
On May 9, 2017, senior Olivia Gonzalez switched places with another highly visible Torero — USD President James Harris — and became USD's President for a Day.
2016 President for a Day
Will Tate
On April 12, 2016, junior Will Tate suited up and stepped into President Harris' shoes. His day began at 8:30 a.m. in the president's office.