Writings, Addresses and Videos
Published Writings
Being Homeless Sticks with You (Audio)
Homeless in San Diego Podcast, 2018
Interview
@ the Helm, The ACCU Blog on Leadership, 2018
The Role of Vision in Fostering Catholic Identity
Catholic Identity in Context, University of San Francisco Press, 2018
We're scaring off future Einsteins
(Appeared Mar. 17, 2017 in print and online edition of USA Today)
What I'm Reading: "Laudato Si'"
(Appeared Sept. 30, 2016 in issue of The Chronicle of Higher Education)
Convene, Cooperate, and Collaborate: How Six Colleges and Universities Came Together to Address Issues of College Access for Urban Youth
(Chapter 9 from 2015-2016 Series: Innovative Concepts to Achieve Campus Transformation)
There Is Value in Every Person
(Essay published in This I Believe: Philadelphia; as heard on the This I Believe podcast, Dec. 14, 2015)
The President's Postcard is a campus-wide newsletter featuring highlights from the past month at the University of San Diego.
April 2021: A Season of Rebirth and Hope
March 2021: Coming Together for the Common Good
February 2021: Onward Toward the Light
December 2020: Giving Thanks, Finding Light in the Season
November 2020: "Virtual" Homecoming and Family Week is a Success
October 2020: Encouraged by Adaptation; Learning Commons Opens
September 2020: Toreros Get Connected in a New Academic Year
"Living Our Mission" Video Series
A Word from the 2018 President for a Day
Christina Saad '18 switches places with Dr. Harris for the day, and reflects on some highlights of the year. // April 2018
Taking Action to Care for Our Common Home
The spirit of sustainability has deep roots at the University of San Diego in academics, in business practices and in the lives of our students. // March 2018
Sharing the Christmas spirit all year long
See some of the ways our students live out the Christmas spirit all year long. // December 2017
USD Centers Bring Current Affairs, Public Policy Debate to Campus
Matt Zwolinski speaks to the role of USD's Center for Ethics, Economics and Public Policy in forming students. // November 2017
Exploring the Catholic intellectual tradition
The rich Catholic intellectual tradition plays a vital role in the development of our students. // October 2017
Helping Toreros develop and achieve career goals, for life
The Career Development Center offers incredible opportunities for students and alumni to explore career options. // September 2017
Students Plan Purposeful Futures
Meet three students ready to take their skills and passion out into the world. // May 2017
Students Excel Through Undergraduate Research
Prof. Mitch Malachowski speaks to the incredible value of students pursuing their passion through research. // April 2017
Cheering On the Community: TJ Hodges '17
TJ Hodges believes its never too soon to get your voice out there and be heard. // March 2017
USD's Annual All Faith Service is a Call to Unity
Sr. Rodee shares about the rich history and meaning of USD's annual All Faith Service. // January 2017
Building Solidarity with San Diego's Homeless
Cassandra Cyphers '19 on what she's learned while volunteering at a night shelter for homeless women. // December 2016
Improving Civil Discourse in Politics and in Life
President Harris and Carl Luna share some thoughts on the nation’s current state of civil discourse. // October 2016
Luke Garrett '19 shares his World Youth Day experience
Luke travelled to Poland over the summer for a huge gathering of young Catholics. // September 2016
The Legacy of Saint Didacus of Alcalá
Ever since its founding, USD has been a community animated by a higher calling. // August 2016
Messages to the Campus Community
Vice President of Mission Integration
March 25, 2021
In Solidarity
March 18, 2021
A Call for Unity and Peace
January 6, 2021
Tuition Freeze
November 16, 2020
Presidential Election
November 7, 2020
Update: Cost-Saving Initiatives | Actualización: iniciativas de ahorro de costes
September 29, 2020
Commencement Update
September 1, 2020
President’s Forum: Fall 2020 Update
July 31, 2020
Opening Fall Semester with Remote Instruction Only
July 29, 2020
Response to Racist Instagram Posts
July 25, 2020
Update: Torero Blueprint Six-Point Plan for Fall 2020 Semester
July 9, 2020
Supporting our International Students
July 8, 2020
U.S. Supreme Court Decisions | Decisiones de la Corte Suprema
June 18, 2020
Confronting Humanity's Urgent Challenges: Racism and COVID-19 | Enfrentar los desafíos urgentes de la humanidad: racismo y COVID-19
June 5, 2020
In Solidarity
May 29, 2020
Update to our Six-Point Plan for the Fall 2020 Semester | Información mas Reciente de Nuestro Plan de 6-Puntos para el Semestre Otoño 2020
May 21, 2020
President's Reports
The annual President's Report looks back at the accomplishments of the past year.
2018 President's Report (PDF on Issuu)
2017 President's Report (PDF on Issuu)
2016 President's Report (PDF on Issuu)
2015 President's Report (PDF on Issuu)
Addresses
How Higher Ed Keeps Planning During Such a Crazy Time in the World
The Collective Good | Place Makers Podcast
Aug. 31, 2020
"Stopping Traffick" Human Trafficking Summit Address
Jan. 29. 2020
Learning Commons "Topping Out Ceremony" Remarks
Dec. 19, 2019
Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Address
Dec. 2, 2019
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