Toreros Together
The University of San Diego community has come together to confront the urgent challenges we all must face in these unsettling and uncertain times. This page is dedicated to sharing the stories of compassion, courage, insight and resilience that define the Torero spirit.
Have a story to share? We’d love to hear from you! On social, tag your content #TorerosTogether, or send us an email at dcim@sandiego.edu.
The Oxygen and the Spark: Addressing Continued Risks of U.S. Political Violence
The paradox of prevention: if you succeed, you get no credit, if you fail, you’re lambasted for not doing more. Another thing about prevention &…
SOLES Alumnus Dr. Lamont Jackson, '08, '16 Selected as Interim Superintendent for SDUSD
Congratulations to SOLES alumnus Dr. Lamont Jackson, '08, '16 for being chosen as Interim Superintendent for San Diego Unified. Dr. Lamont Jackson rec…
USD Business Students Embark on Happiness Challenge
Realizing that her students could use a pick-me-up in the virtual classroom, Management Professor Robin McCoy asked students in her Organizational Beh…
Wellness Calls Between USD Students and Senior Citizens Develop into New Connections During the Pandemic
At the onset of the first stay-at-home order in March, St. Brigid Parish in Pacific Beach and Dr. Wendell Callahan, a parishioner of the church and th…
Maria Arroyo '79 (JD) helps others find things they need - for free
Sometimes, the best things in life really are free. And Ramona resident Maria Arroyo '79 (JD) knows this fact better than most. “Everyone has s…
Prof. Rangapriya Kannan Among Top 50 Undergraduate Business Professors in the Nation
Rangapriya (Priya) Kannan-Narashimhan’s inclusion on this year’s Best Undergraduate Business School Professor’s list was a no-braine…
Professor Victor Carmona Writes about the Significance of Three Kings' Day for the San Diego Union Tribune
Victor Carmona, Assistant Professor of Theology and Religious Studies, wrote an editorial piece on the historical significance of Three Kings' Day for…
USD President James Harris: A Call for Unity and Peace
Dear USD Community:As I watched in disbelief today protesters breaching the U.S. Capitol building, my thoughts turned to our students and the example …
School of Business Alumna Alix Naugler '17 Changing the World with Data
After presenting a research paper she completed with a business professor at the University of San Diego, Alix Naugler ‘17 had an epiphany that …
SOLES Takes Action on Anti-Racism
The killing of George Floyd over the summer was a tragic and pivotal moment that placed a renewed spotlight on racial injustices in this country. This…
Reflecting and Sharing: Kroc IPJ Staff's Expressions of Gratitude for 2020
At the Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice, we took some time to reflect on this past year and share what we are grateful for.…
The Peacebuilder: Connecting With the Thread Within and Beyond
There’s a thread you follow. It goes among things that change. But it doesn’t change. People wonder about what you are pursuing. You …
Noah Henderson '21 Debuts His First Single "I'm Coming Home" Christmas Song
University of San Diego School of Business senior and Real Estate Society committee member Noah Henderson made his debut in the music industry on Dec.…
The Significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe is Greater Than Ever
Michael Lovette-Colyer, assistant vice president of Mission and Ministry at the University of San Diego, recently wrote an editorial for the San Diego…
We're Stronger Than We Think: Interview with Astronaut Jonny Kim '12
"I didn't have a lot of confidence growing up... but trying new things, things that I was scared of, made me realize that we are all so much stronger …
Moving Humanity Forward: Interview with Astronaut Matthew Dominick '05
"We all are explorers at heart, and want to push humanity forward."…
Torero Tidbits: Alumni Speakers, Singing, Spotlighted; Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass; 2020 Finals Near
Communication is always key. It matters in everyday life with family, friends, at work and to understand the world as we know it. And in today’s…
Two USD Alumni among 18 selected for Artemis Lunar Mission Training Program
It's been nearly half a century since mankind last visited on the moon, when the three-person crew of NASA’s Apollo 17 mission touched down near…
USD Concert Choir Performs: "Only in Sleep"
At a time when the opportunity for people to be together in person is harder than usual, along comes an opportunity where a virtual happening can aptl…
USD School of Law Alumni Anthony Campagna ’98 (JD) and Comm. Victor Torres ’84 (BA), ’88 (JD) Appointed to San Diego County Superior Court
SACRAMENTO (December 8, 2020) – Governor Gavin Newsom announced the appointment of 12 California Superior Court Judges, which include two Univer…
Men's Basketball: Tuning Out the Noise
Spend enough time in the Jenny Craig Pavilion when it's empty — before a practice, or perhaps late at night after a game — and you'll noti…
Athletics Roundup: Traditional Fall Sports Teams Announce WCC Winter/Spring 2021 Schedules
University of San Diego Athletics, via the West Coast Conference, revealed that its traditional fall sports teams — women’s volleyball, me…
USD Women's Basketball: The Brink of Greatness
Cindy Fisher has seen a lot in her 15-plus years at the helm of San Diego women's basketball. The head coach has led the team to the postseason e…
Christmas Tree Lighting: Student Leaders, President Harris Call on Toreros to be the "Light Out of Darkness"
The University of San Diego hosted its fourth annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony at the Paseo de Colachis Overlook on Tuesday with a first. Inste…
Advent Calendar: Founders Chapel Choir Students, Alumni Sing "Christ in Me Arise"
As the second day of Advent arrives, the University of San Diego’s daily digital Advent Calendar provides a stirring rendition of the song, &ldq…
Season's Inspiration: Sign-up Now for Daily USD Advent Calendar Content
Advent marks the beginning of the liturgical calendar for the Roman Catholic Church. It is observed over the four weeks preceding Christmas and d…
Women of Impact Award Winners to be Revealed at February 2021 Event
Typically, in late November or early December, the University of San Diego’s Women’s Commons hosts a wonderfully inspiring awards luncheon…
Torero Tidbits: Christmas Season Traditions; Ken Blanchard; Real Estate Outlook; Special Session/Intersession
Prepare for USD’s Christmas Season Traditions The University of San Diego campus is relatively quiet as we all celebrate Thanksgiving today and…
First-Year MEPN Students Complete Hands-On Labs, Thanks to Faculty Support, Modifications
University of San Diego Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science nursing students are preparing to enter a world that needs them now more than ever.&…
A San Diego Business Journal Business Woman of the Year: Priya Kannan, PhD
When Priya Kannan-Narasimhan virtually accepted the award as a 2020 San Diego Business Journal Business Woman of the Year (large company category) las…
MBA Student's Non-Profit Finds Safe Homes for Military Pets During Deployment
Alisa Johnson is a former U.S. Marine Corps Captain, a part-time MBA student at the University of San Diego School of Business and the co-founder of t…
COIL Classes Provide Students Credible Collaborative International Experiences
There is no substitute for the experience one can gain while taking a class. The University of San Diego understands this and is willing to go above a…
International Impact Award Winners: Engineering's Frank Jacobitz, Ahlers Center's Danielle Levanetz
At a university well-versed in internationalization, a campus located in culturally rich Linda Vista, 20 minutes from Mexico to encourage border educa…
Torero Tidbits: Virtual Concerts on YouTube; Cropper Writing Entries Due; Hiring, Job Search in COVID Era
As undergraduate students’ final exams week nears its conclusion for the University of San Diego fall semester, they’ve taken their share …
Virtual Launch: Austin, Texas Joins Torero Regional Club Roster
Johnny Giangregorio has a few things in common with the virtual Zoom event he’s planning to be part of this Thursday night from his Austin, Texa…
English Alumnus Charlie Daly Co-Authors Book with Father
Tuesday, November 17, 2020, Charlie Daly (English, Class of 2012) celebrates the publication of his father’s memoir, which he co-authored: Make …
USD's Undergrad Study Abroad Ranking Rises to Second in the Nation
The University of San Diego’s ranking for undergraduate participation percentage in study abroad climbed to No. 2 in the nation according to dat…
Engineering Virtual Senior Ceremony Celebrates 2020-21 Grads, Shileys
Five hundred people — consisting of engineering and computer science students, their families, faculty members, staff, alumni, special guests an…
International Education Week (Nov. 16-20) to be Celebrated Virtually, on Social Media
Traveling to international destinations may be impossible at this time, but it’s still virtually possible to learn about all things internationa…
Communication Studies Alumni Co-Author Separate Book Chapters Examining Media Stereotypes
Melinda Sevilla and Kevin Do have a lot in common. This pair of first-generation college students graduated from the University of San Diego in 2018. …
Torero Tidbits: Distinguished Law Alumni; Men's Hoops Preview; Politics in Higher Education; Paralegal Program
School of Law to Honor Distinguished, Rising Star Alumni on Nov. 13 The University of San Diego’s School of Law will host its first-ever virtua…
Dr. Erika Cameron Wins Counseling Vision and Innovation Award
Dr. Erika Cameron, Associate Professor & Department Chair was recently nominated and won the award for the Association for Counselor Education and…
Social Justice, Environmental Projects Highlight Engineering Expo
Most everyone knows how engineering and computer science students use technology and innovation to create new products and services. But today’s…
Week of Virtual Events to Celebrate, Honor Military-Connected Population
The University of San Diego typically hosts an in-person ceremony to recognize and honor our entire military-connected community — active duty, …
USD Celebrates Its First-Generation Community Nov. 8-13
The University of San Diego is the academic home to many current students, faculty, staff and even administrators — including USD President Jame…
Torero Tidbits: TECh Entrepreneurship Challenge; Athletics Social Roundup; Upcoming Virtual Events
Orientation Today for New $45,000 Torero Entrepreneurship Tech-Focused Challenge The University of San Diego’s entrepreneurship community is ga…
Election Day 2020: Political Science Class Helps Students Make Sense of It All
“Happy Election Day!”…
Deeply Rooted: Acknowledging the Legacy of the Kumeyaay
By understanding who we are and where we come from, we gain a better understanding not only of ourselves, but of the world around us. That knowledge i…
German Program Students Learn History from an American Hero
On October 1, 2020, a group of students in the German program "met” a man straight out of the history books. We have Jordan Draw, a student in G…
First-Year Student Claims Top Prize in Fowler Business Concept Challenge
When anxiety, happiness, and a sense of accomplishment happen simultaneously, what does that feel like? Well, when the winner of the second Fowler Bus…
Changemaker Challenge Student Ideas Support Community Partners in Addressing Homelessness
The 2020 Changemaker Challenge at the University of San Diego took a different pathway for students to get involved, to think about addressing homeles…
UFMC's Multicultural Nights Awards Three Top Performances
The annual United Front Multicultural Commons fall event, Multicultural Night, took on a new format in 2020. Going virtual turned the event into a wee…
What is it like to have COVID-19?
UPDATE: Whitney Buzbee has fully recovered from her bout with COVID; her father had a more serious case, but he is recovering. He was well enou…
Students Vie for $45K in Scholarships at Fowler Business Concept Challenge
The sky is the limit at the Fowler Business Concept Challenge. Now in its second year, the competition encourages student Toreros to think outside the…
Torero Tidbits: Plethora of USD Virtual Events to Choose from on Oct. 29-30
The world of virtual events seems limitless. At the University of San Diego, for the next two days, Oct. 29 and 30, there are several prime examples o…
Addressing Homelessness: Vote for One of 10 Changemaker Challenge Video Finalists by Oct. 29
The Changemaker Challenge, an annual fall competition open to all University of San Diego students, faculty and staff to create a two-minute-or-so vid…
Alumnus Pedro Rios '95 Talk Concludes Series on Catholic Perspectives on Racism, White Supremacy
One of the best opportunities for an institution of higher learning to make a tangible impact on the understanding of a societal issue is to provide a…
USD SON Among Sponsors of USD Just Read! Youth, Homelessness, Health
Nyla Vivas is a recent graduate of the University of San Diego; she earned her degree in psychology and one day, hopes to earn her PhD. But just…
Torero Tidbits: Mortar Board Turns 20, Honors Founding Director, Faculty; Multicultural Night Entries; Career Fair
Mortar Board Celebrates 20 Years, Renamed to Honor Founding Director The Alcalá Chapter of Mortar Board at the University of San Diego celebra…
2020 MEPN Graduating Class Earns 100% NCLEX Pass Rate
Dean Jane M. Georges and the faculty and staff of the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science congratulate the MEPN class of 2020 for earning a 100%…
Athletics Roundup: Virtual Commencement for 72 USD Athletics in Class of 2020; Golf Wins Fall Tournament
The University of San Diego and USD Athletics celebrated its 72 scholar-athlete graduates in the Class of 2020 with a virtual commencement ceremony in…
Lifelong Learning Series: In Pursuit of Knowledge
Among the University of San Diego School of Business’ repertoire of virtual events is the outstandingly popular Lifelong Learning Webinar Series…
Peacebuilders Need to Vote, Then Do More
There is a phenomenon in social justice work called “the snap.” “The snap” refers to the unique moment in which the ten…
Successful 2020 Virtual Homecoming and Family Week Concludes
This past weekend's portion of the week-long schedule for the University of San Diego’s annual Homecoming and Family festivities were presented …
How Caleb Adams ‘19 Used a Business Analytics Degree to Land Job at Qualcomm
When Caleb Adams graduated with a bachelor’s degree in finance and accounting, he was overwhelmed by the world of job opportunities before him &…
Torero Talks: Four Alumni Share Inspiring Stories of How They've Gone 'Beyond the Limits'
One highlight for all University of San Diego Homecoming and Family festivities is a chance to reconnect with our fellow Torero alumni and see what&rs…
Global Voices Weigh in on a Nation in Crisis
The U.S. is currently suffering multiple overlapping crises. Simultaneously, the country is confronting a public health crisis, an economic crisis, an…
Torero Tidbits: Changemaker Challenge Deadline Oct. 19; Fowler Business Concept Final Oct. 30; Transfer Students Week
Addressing homelessness. Producing a visual action response to questions about the issue of homelessness from local organizations who work hard to car…
Torero Tuesday 2020: Record Number of Donors, Amount Raised
The University of San Diego’s sixth annual Torero Tuesday, a 24-hour day of giving event, resulted in the university securing both its largest t…
Student Leaders Reflect on USD First-Year Student Virtual Retreat
University Ministry’s traditional First-Year Student Retreat took place Sept. 25-27. Typically, a weekend getaway from campus, this year, due to…
Transfer Student Aya Kawkab Reflects on First-Year Virtual Retreat Experience
University Ministry’s traditional First-Year Retreat took place on Sept. 25-27. Typically, this event is a weekend getaway from campus. This yea…
EOSC Professors in the News: Professors Mail Lab Kits to Remedy Remote Learning Challenges for Students
We are so proud of our hardworking faculty who creatively adapted to remote learning this semester! Dr. Prairie and Dr. Coffey were featured on the lo…
Virtual Homecoming and Family Week (Oct. 13-18): 'Toreros Together at Home' Events
The University of San Diego will celebrate Homecoming and Family Week, Oct. 13-18, with a lineup that includes a virtual ceremony to recognize its gra…
West Coast Conference 2020-21 Men's Basketball Schedule Revealed
San Diego men's basketball will open its 2020-21 West Coast Conference schedule on Thursday, Dec. 31 at San Francisco as the WCC announced the Toreros…
Amanda Nelson '19 (MA) Named One of SD Metro's 40 Under 40
SOLES alumna Amanda Nelson was recently named one of SD Metro Magazine's 40 Under 40 for 2020. She received her Master's in Nonprofit Leadership and M…
Torero Tidbits: Join OA's Virtual John Muir Trail Challenge; Indigenous Peoples' Day; TPB Homecoming Activities
Join OA for the Virtual John Muir Trail Hike Has the COVID-19 pandemic got you down? Still going through your many shows and movies — or viewin…
Athletics: Women's Basketball WCC Schedule Revealed; Race For Change 5K; Golf Finishes Third; Softball Adds Shay Knighten
Here’s a roundup of news and notes from USD Athletics’ website ……
The Fall 2020 I3@USD Magazine is here!
USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering Fall 2020 issue of I3@USD celebrates the success and contributions of our dedicated alumni, students, facult…
Alumni Laura Power, Tomy Vettukallel Serve New Orleans Community Through Jesuit Volunteer Corps
Two University of San Diego 2020 undergraduate graduates, Laura Power and Tomy Vettukallel, are among a few Toreros whose post-graduation plans involv…
20th Anniversary: The Timeless Jenny Craig Pavilion
It would be hard to pinpoint the exact moment when USD Athletics outgrew its old venue for basketball and volleyball, the Sports Center.…
Founders Chapel Choir and Alumni Perform "A Gift Divine"
Current members of the University of San Diego's Founders Chapel Choir and a host of FCC alumni — graduates ranged in years from 1999 to 2020 &m…
Young Engineering, Computing Alumni Offer Advice to First-Year Students
When you’re new and want to learn something or ask a question, it’s always best to go right to the source. So, when the University of San …
Torero Tidbits: Career Development Center; Cropper Series Event; Womxn of Color Summit; Alumni Virtual Events
Career Development Center Has Virtual Events, Resources Aplenty Everything may be done remotely these days, but that doesn’t lessen the impactf…
Steve Poltz Makes Upbeat ‘Quarantine Blues,’ with Help From Jason Mraz. Exclusive: Watch The Lyric Video Here
A University of San Diego political science alumnus, musician Steve Poltz has written “Quarantine Blues,” an improbably uplifting new song…
Time to Step Up: Homelessness and Food Insecurity Action Week
First, there’s awareness. Last year when the Urgent Challenges Collective branded a fall semester week to addressing homelessness and food insec…
Voice of San Diego's Virtual Politifest Runs Sept. 29-Oct. 3
It’s an election year, an important time of year to invest time and attention to the finer details as voters study ballots, pick their desired l…
Soccer Teams Honored for 2019-20 Academic Success
Both the men and women’s soccer teams at the University of San Diego were bestowed with the Team Academic Award by the United Soccer Coaches for…
Bergman Lecture Celebrates Women's Right to Vote and Efforts to Move Forward
The 100th anniversary of women’s right to vote in the United States is a time to celebrate but also a time to work toward greater equality …
Torero Tidbits: FBCC Deadline; California Native American Day; Care for Our Common Home Series
Attention all University of San Diego student entrepreneurs! Do you have an idea that’s worthy of further pursuit? One that can address a common…
Changing the Conversation. Creating Solidarity.
The following post was contributed by Kroc School Professor of Practice Michael Fryer. “Just get the green ones please, daddy”, asked my …
Picture This: Eliott Watson's Focus is Off-Road Racing, Success in Engineering
The University of San Diego was just one of then high school student Eliott Watson’s college choices when it happened. He was participating in a…
Q&A with Interim Dean Spencer
We took a few moments to get to know our new leader, Dr. Joi Spencer. You can also join Dr. Spencer for a live discussion at SOLES Commun…
USD Votes: Take the Time Today, Register to Vote
Do you have about five minutes to spare today? Five very important minutes to do something for you and for others, too?…
Athletics: Hunter Picked for NCAA Engagement Group; Female Coaches Earn 'A'; McGillis Signs on to Diversity
Hunter to Represent WCC in NCAA Div. I Women’s Basketball Student-Athlete Engagement Group Senior guard Sydney Hunter has been selected to repr…
Racism: A Public Health Crisis Webinar
“I think that everything that we have talked about today is polarized when you're talking about the African American male. In every system acros…
Urgent Challenges Collective Hosts Homelessness and Food Insecurity Action Week, Sept. 22-25
The second Homelessness and Food Insecurity Action Week will run from September 22-25 and will feature six different events — all virtual presen…
USD Conversation: Constitution Day and the 19th Amendment
The University of San Diego’s College of Arts of and Sciences hosted its latest edition of the “USD Conversations” online series on …
Torero Tidbits: Homecoming Announcement; USD Just Read!; USD Magazine; Basketball Starts Nov. 25
Virtual Homecoming and Family Week, Oct. 13-18 The University of San Diego has announced its virtual line-up for Homecoming and Family Week, Oct. 13-…
Candid Snapshot Conversations with Latinx Alumni
As we celebrate Latinx Heritage Month from September 15 - October 15, we reached out to USD's Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering alumni to share thei…
Hispanic Heritage Month: Creating Character, Community, History. Together.
“If you want to go fast, go alone; but if you want to go far, go together.” A wise piece of advice taken from a timeless proverb. There ar…