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Friday, March 19, 2010
This Weekend at USD (March 19-21)
Check out an exhibit of USD architecture students' work, see comedian Daniel Tosh, check out a baseball or softball game and more on campus this weekend.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Nursing, Service Partnerships Make the Connection
The Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science's annual Janet A. Rodgers Lectureship focused its attention on evidence-based practice and the important link between academic and service partnerships in nursing.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
International Women’s Day Breakfast Leaves Lasting Impression
Tuesday’s International Women’s Day celebration breakfast provided a forum for passionate speakers — women and men — to share stories, thoughts, short videos and promote activism pertaining to the rights of women worldwide.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Legal Clinic Freezes Foreclosure
The School of Law's Landlord Tenant Clinic has won a major battle for California renters fighting foreclosure, which is good news for tenants across the state.
Monday, March 15, 2010
Partnoy Pairs Approachability With Classroom Rigor
Frank Partnoy's experiences have made him a guest on national television shows such as "60 Minutes" and "The Daily Show" but the USD law professor believes that his best work is still done in the Warren Hall (School of Law) building on campus.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Celebrate Women’s History Month in March
March is Women's History Month and the University of San Diego will conduct several events on campus, ranging from discussions, celebrations and a film screening to recognize and support the efforts of women worldwide.
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Students Spend Spring Break on Costa Rica Outdoor Adventure
A group of 15 students and staff from the University of San Diego will embark on an eco-adventure trip to Costa Rica for spring break. The trip is run through USD's Experiential Learning and Adventure Center.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Students Serve in Katrina Recovery Project
Four years after Katrina struck New Orleans, the recovery process continues. Two members of USD's Center for Community Service-Learning and Center for Awareness, Service and Action staff and 12 undergraduate students are spending their spring break to aid in recovery efforts.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Rahman Brings Good Business Sense to Students
MBA director and finance professor Manzur Rahman believes that improving his skills and enhancing his own real-world experiences can only serve to benefit students. He was recently named one of five faculty members to receive a 2010-11 University Professorship.
Monday, March 8, 2010
New Certificate Program Enhances Cultural Competence in Business
In today’s world, professionals need global knowledge of cultural differences and interpersonal skills. USD’s new certificate program in Cross-Cultural Competence and Intercultural Business Practices helps equip them with the tools to prosper in the global marketplace.
Friday, March 5, 2010
Students Lobby Legislators for Cal Grants
USD students joined others from dozens of independent colleges and universities throughout California to visit with legislators and legislative staff members to express gratitude for their Cal Grant awards and advocate for continued funding of the program.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Celebration of Diversity Aims to Educate Campus Community
University of Diversity Week has served as an opportunity for the USD community to come together and discuss the need for diversity and inclusion on its campus. USD also announced a new Center for Inclusion and Diversity and co-directors.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
CEO’s Gift Establishes Internship Fund for USD Business Students
A $75,000 gift from Albert P. Carey, CEO of Frito-Lay North America, will help fund student internships in USD's School of Business Administration.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Families Come Together For Grandparents Weekend
Seventy families came to campus for Grandparents Weekend, and took part in a number of fun and informative activities on campus, including a culinary demonstration.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Video Game Contest Helps Student Earn Trip to WCC Tournament
Josh Schroeder, an industrial engineering student at USD, will be attending this weekend's West Coast Conference Basketball Tournament in Las Vegas thanks to his ability to win a college basketball video game tournament at Frank's Lounge on campus.