GLNV September 2012

September, 2012

Gr a du a te a nd La w Stu den t New s a n d V iew s www.sandiego.edu/gradlife What’s Inside

Hello all Graduate and Law Students!!

Welcome Note From Graduate Student Life

Meet the Staff and Stay

Connected via Social Media Welcome Reception and

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My name is Megan Kennedy and I will be serving as the graduate assistant for Graduate Student Life this year. I am going into my second year of the Higher Education Leadership program through SOLES (School of Leadership and Education Sciences) and am looking forward to meeting all of you and seeing you at upcoming events and programs. I encourage you to come stop by the Graduate and Law Commons in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 401, and introduce yourself. I’d love to hear about any ideas you might have for this year!

Resource Fair

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UnderGRAD Connection

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For any questions about Graduate Student Life, please contact me at kennedy@sandiego.edu.

Student Wellness Info

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Graduate and Law Commons: (619) 260-2227

Campus Announcements

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An Alumna Shares Her Adventures to Africa Upcoming Events & Contributions

Stay Connected via Social Media USD Graduate and Law Student Commons

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Nick Franco, Graduate Student Council Chair Email address: franco@sandiego.edu

@USDGradLawLife Andrew McMillin, University Minister, Graduate and Law Programs USDGradLife.com

Email address: mcmillin@sandiego.edu

Both NEW & RETURNING Students Are Invited to Attend‌

Dress is business casual.

Highlights of the Event:

Please register for this event by Friday, September 7th at http://www.sandiego.edu/gradlife/gsc /event_registration.php

*Welcome from the President of USD, Dr. Mary Lyons *Student Services and Resources from all over campus

This event is sponsored by Graduate Student Life and the Graduate Student Council.

*Appetizers and beverages available *Opportunity to meet graduate and law students in other programs *Raffle prizes

Meet the members of the Graduate Student Council at the Reception or by visiting the website at http://www.sandiego.edu/gradlife/gsc /members.php

A Unique Opportunity for You‌

Student Wellness Information

Make Health A Priority with USD Resources!

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When in need of medical care or other wellness support, take advantage of USD Student Wellness Resources first!

Students with USD Health Insurance need to consult with a campus wellness provider before seeking services off campus. For more information about Health Insurance visit: www.sandiego.edu/healthcenter/insurance Regardless of having USD Health Insurance, students can utilize any of the on campus Student Wellness Resources.

For more information about student wellness resources, please contact one of the many student wellness offices below: Center for Health and Wellness Promotion University Center, Room 161 619.260.4618 www.sandiego.edu/chwp Counseling Center Serra Hall, Room 300 619.260.4655 www.sandiego.edu/usdcc

Disability Services Serra Hall, Room 300 619.260.4655 www.sandiego.edu/disability Student Health Center Camino Hall, Room 161 619.260.4595 www.sandiego.edu/healthcenter

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United Front Multicultural Center Announcements Student Life Pavilion Open House September 18, 11:30am-2:30pm

Community Lunches First Tuesday of every month from 12:30-1:30pm in SLP 418 * September 6 * October 4

* November 1 * December 6

Safe Space Allies Training * Thursday, September 27- 12:15-2:15pm * Thursday, October 12- 9:30am-12:00pm * Wednesday, November 7- 4:30-7pm For more information visit: http://www.sandiego.edu/unitedfront/progr ams/safe_space_allies/

Things You Need To Know From‌

USD Torero Store

Campus Recreation

It doesn’t matter if you are buying a computer, moving to a new location, buying textbooks, or even decorating your home, the USD Torero Store offers products and services to save you money and time.

Intramurals are open to graduate and law students. The information (deadlines and activities) is posted on: http://www.sandiego.edu/camp usrecreation/intramurals/

Learn more at www.usdtorerostores.com/studentcenter.

Join the Facebook page to also stay up to date with this information: http://www.facebook.com/usd.cam pusrecreation

Rebeca Osuna, an alumna of USD’s MBA program is currently working in Uganda to assist with the branding of a new restaurant called Olubugo. All of the proceeds of Olubugo go to the care of orphans living with HIV/AIDS through an organization known as Aidchild.

Rebeca discovered this opportunity through her connections to Nathaniel Dunigan, the Founder and Director of Aidchild, and one of the PhD Leadership Studies students in the School of Leadership and Education Sciences.

Please visit the following for more information about:

“Helping to brand a new restaurant in Uganda has been an amazing opportunity to clarify my career goals and future plans. During this time the most valuable learning experience I have been given is to analyze the impact of marketing through the lens of sustainability, community, and responsibility.

To hear more about Rebeca’s story:

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UT San Diego  http://www.utsandiego.com/news/2012/aug/16/che f-malarkey-affiliated-restaurant-opens-africa/ Facebook Page  https://www.facebook.com/Olubugo?ref=ts

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Website  http://aidchild.org/index.asp

Email  rebecaosuna@sandiego.edu

I wasn’t aware of the complexity and great challenges that represent designing market penetration strategies on informal markets. Growing a business in Africa takes much longer than in other sectors because of the need to align a more complex set of allies and a more complex economic base.

After this experience I am envisioning a professional future where I can better apply my talents and skills to respond effectively to the needs of society. My desire upon completion of this summer project is to take advantage of my experience and focus my career on consulting businesses that can directly benefit communities in developing and emerging economies.” –Rebeca Osuna

Above picture: Rebeca (on left) with Olubugo staff members at the restaurant.

Upcoming Graduate and Law Student Events September 6  Graduate and Law Welcome BBQ, Presidio Terrace Apartments, 4-6pm September 7  USD Target Shopping Trip, Mission Valley, 10:30pm-12:30am September 8  Football Game vs. Western New Mexico, Torero Stadium, 6pm September 12  Graduate and Law Student Welcome Reception and Resource Fair, University Center Forum C, 4-6pm September 13  Mass of the Holy Spirit, The Immaculata, 12:15pm September 18  (Re)defining Health and Recovery with Jenni Shaefer, UC Forums, 7pm September 19  Graduate and Law Student Commons Open House, SLP 401, 10am-7pm September 19  Mayoral Debate, Shiley Theatre, 6:30-9:30pm September 20  International Day of Peace Celebration, IPJ, Garden of the Sky,12:15-2:15pm September 22  Tijuana Service Trip September 25  Wellness Day, SLP 401, 10am-7pm September 27  Theology on Tap, SLP 401, 7-8:30pm For more information about the events and programs please visit www.sandiego.edu/gradlife

Want to contribute to the Graduate and Law Student News & Views?

Do you have suggestions on something you would like to see in the Graduate and Law Student News & Views? A graduate or law student event that you’d like to advertise? Perfect! We want to hear from you.

Have you done something to benefit the community?

USD, San Diego, California, or the globe? We’d love to do a human-interest story on you!

Contact Megan Kennedy at kennedy@sandiego.edu