New Torero Family Calendar 2015-16

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The Office of Parent Relations Welcomes You! Meet our team! We’re here to help! It is our goal that you, as a Torero parent and new member of the USD community, are aware of the services our office provides.

• PARENT RELATIONS WEBSITE: Learn about our services and opportunities to volunteer. Visit www.sandiego.edu/parents to read about our monthly e-newsletter, on-campus and regional events, Parent Ambassador Program, Facebook page, and more.

• PARENT MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER: Each month during the academic year, this newsletter addressing current USD news and events will arrive in your email inbox. To sign up, go to the Publications tab on the Office of Parent Relations website.

• SUMMER SEND-OFFS: Summer Send-off (SSO) receptions are held near your hometown. They are signature events involving the participation of USD families. To attend your local SSO, go to the Programs/Events tab on the Parent Relations website.

• TORERO CLUBS: Torero Club events are opportunities for alumni and parents of current students to connect in a city near you.

To see all upcoming events and learn about a Torero Club near you, visit http://toreronetwork.sandiego.edu.

From left to right: Milanie Castillo, Assistant Director; Renda Quinn ‘86, Director; Regina Griffing ‘12, Executive Assistant

• PARENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM: Become a USD Parent Ambassador to volunteer your time with on-campus and regional events such as OLÉ! Weekend, Homecoming and Family Weekend, Grandparents’ Weekend, and various admissions activities. To join the program, go to the Get Involved tab on our website.

• USD PARENTS FACEBOOK FAN PAGE: Stay connected and become a fan of the USD Parents Facebook page at www.facebook.com/USDParents.

STAY IN TOUCH WITH WHAT’S GOING ON AT USD

www.facebook.com/USDParents www.sandiego.edu/parents Stay up to date with our e-newsletter!

HCFW AD - FPO The Amazing Torero Race

Big Blue Bash

Tailgate Picnic and Football Game

Homecoming and Family Mass

Register online beginning August 14th for the 2015 University of San Diego Homecoming and Family Weekend.

www.sandiego.edu/hfw

VISITING SAN DIEGO BARTELL HOTELS University of San Diego has formed a partnership with Bartell Hotels. Richard Bartell, a School of Law alumnus, has opened the doors of his seven premier hotels to the USD community. The USD-Bartell Hotels partnership means you receive a special rate when you book your stay at one of the conveniently located Bartell Hotels in San Diego. A portion of the room cost comes back to USD to support student scholarships, promote university events and marketing efforts and create community awareness about the partnership.

“We’re opening our doors to you and contributing to USD every time you visit.”

— Richard Bartell ’75 School of Law

To take advantage of these special rates and USD family amenities, visit bartellhotels.com/ usdpartnership or call 800.345.9995 to book your stay at any of the Bartell Hotels.

Students playing bocce ball on the lawn

Want to meet other USD families and students this summer?

Sign up today to attend a Summer Send-Off reception in a city near you. www.sandiego.edu/parents

Interested in viewing your student’s records?

Tune in to the Parent Webinar

Through the MySanDiego portal, your student can grant you access to view his or her records on your personalized MyUSDStudent portal. http://my.sandiego.edu

Watch the Parent Webinar “Supporting Your Student in the College Transition” on July 21. www.sandiego.edu/parents

JULY 2015

INDEPENDENCE DAY OBSERVED

INDEPENDENCE DAY

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“Get Down to Business” webinar for new first-year students www.sandiego. edu/orientation

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Transfer Summer Registration Day

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RAMADAN ENDS

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USD Wine Classic

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Take Part 1 of mandatory MyStudentBody course

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Transfer Summer Registration Day

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a Summer Send-Off

near you!

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sandiego.edu/ parents

WWW.USDTOREROS.COM PARENTS@SANDIEGO.EDU

Spirited Toreros with Diego at a Torero football game

Healthy choices begin now!

Supporting your student’s wellness!

USD Health Insurance

All first-year students are required to complete Part 1 of MyStudentBody, a mandatory two-part education course. Visit www.sandiego.edu/chwp for complete course information, including fines associated with non-compliance.

If your student has an ongoing psychological or health condition, needs regular access to prescription medication or has a documented disability and is requesting accommodations, contact the appropriate Wellness unit prior to arriving on campus. www.sandiego.edu/wellness

Actively enroll in or waive the USD Health Insurance Plan by September 7. For information about health insurance requirements for all USD students, visit www.sandiego.edu/ healthinsurance

AUGUST 2015

Attend OLÉ! Weekend (Orientation Launch Events) or Transfer Fall Orientation Whether you are a parent/guardian

to a first-year student or transfer student living on campus or commuting from home, OLÉ! Weekend and Transfer Fall Orientation provides you and your student an amazing USD orientation experience. www.sandiego.edu/orientation

Billing statements available on MySanDiego.edu portal

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Transfer Summer Registration Day

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“Get Excited” webinar for new first-year students www.sandiego. edu/orientation

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Deadline to complete Part 1 of mandatory MyStudentBody course

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USD will be a smoking and tobacco-free campus.

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Deadline to submit required immunizations

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Final registration/ fee payment without penalty

Late registration fee begins

OLÉ! WEEKEND Parent Orientation Mass of Welcome

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Returning Students move-in

OLÉ! WEEKEND

New Student Move-In, Transfer Fall Orientation and Parent Orientation

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WWW.USDTOREROS.COM PARENTS@SANDIEGO.EDU

View from Founders Hall between classes

Is your student homesick?

Encourage your student to get involved on campus, and talk with his or her resident assistant, preceptorial assistant or resident minister.

So much to do, where to start?

Transitioning to USD

The campus is full of activities and opportunities to meet students such as Welcome Week, Sept. 2-13, and AlcalĂĄ Bazaar on Sept. 8.

Also, Campus Rec. offers intramurals, Sports Clubs, Recreation and Fitness Classes.

To learn more go to www.sandiego.edu/slic and www.sandiego.edu/campusrecreation.

Your student may undergo an emotional roller coaster as he or she transitions into college life. The W-Curve helps put into perspective a student’s transition into this new environment. To learn more, go to the First Year Parents tab. www.sandiego.edu/parents/torero-parents

SEPTEMBER

2015

OLÉ! WEEKEND

First day to use meal plan

Fall Semester classes begin

Look for the Parent e-Newsletter in your inbox

Mass for Peace is every Wednesday

USD vs. SDSU Football Qualcomm Stadium

1 2 3 4 5 Fall Alcalá Bazaar

Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.

(offices closed; no classes)

Deadline to enroll in or waive USD health insurance

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LABOR DAY

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Mass of the Holy Spirit

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T.H.I.N.K. WEEK SPONSORED BY THE UNITED FRONT MULTICULTURAL CENTER (UFMC) Torero Talent Job and Internship Fair

ROSH HASHANAH Last day to enroll in classes and drop a class without a ‘W’

Welcome to San Diego dinner

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International Day of Peace

YOM KIPPUR

GREATER THAN YOURSELF RETREAT

Mapworks Survey launches – encourage your student to complete!

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RETREAT CONT.

Changemaker FEST Changemaker FEST 2015 Kick-Off Sept. 30 - Oct. 2

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Volunteer opportunities

Grand Opening

The Mulvaney Center for Community, Awareness and Social Action offers many ways for students to get involved. www.sandiego.edu/mccasa

The brand new USD Torero Store is now open at the University Center! usdtorerostores.com

WWW.SANDIEGO.EDU/PARENTS (619) 260-4808 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/USDPARENTS

WWW.USDTOREROS.COM PARENTS@SANDIEGO.EDU

Big Blue Bash concert at Homecoming and Family Weekend

Making healthy choices

“Get involved!”

Show how you care!

All first-year students are required to complete Part 2 of MyStudentBody, a mandatory two-part education course.

Visit www.sandiego.edu/chwp for complete course information, including fines associated with non-compliance.

This is probably the best advice you can give.

Encourage your student to get connected to the USD community by joining a club, organization, or by attending events. United Front Multicultural Center hosts #whatstrendingUSD every third Thursday of the month and Sorority Recruitment Registration is Oct. 1 – Dec. 1. To see all clubs offered at USD go to www.sandiego.edu/slic.

A variety of care packages are available through USD’s Torero Store. www.usdtorerostores.com

OCTOBER

2015 Online class reservation begins for Intersession 2016

Go Toreros!

Check out the fall sports schedules at USDtoreros.com.

Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.

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Financial aid applications for Intersession now available

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The Engineering Career Fair

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FIRST-YEAR STUDENT RETREAT

Mass for Peace is every Wednesday

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www.sandiego.edu/hfw

The Graduate School Fair Apple Festival (11:30am-1:30pm, SLP)

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Multicultural Night

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The Majors Fair

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APARTMENT EVENTS FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS

Sorority recruitment info meeting

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On Campus Apartment Tours

Deadline to complete Part 2 of mandatory MyStudentBody course

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ALCOHOL AWARENESS WEEK, SPONSORED BY STUDENT WELLNESS

Changemaker Scholarship Application Deadline

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USD student studying abroad

On campus for Thanksgiving?

Midterms already?

Students must confer with their resident assistant about plans to stay on campus during the Thanksgiving break. International students are encouraged to consult with the International Center for suggestions on how to spend the holiday break. There will be a Thanksgiving Feast on Nov. 26 in Mission Crossroads for residents remaining on campus.

Students can find out about available tutoring or sign up for Student Success Coaching in the Center for Student Success.

Encourage your student to utilize faculty office hours as they prepare for midterm exams.

Time to register for spring courses!

Students will meet with their preceptors or academic advisors to prepare for class registration for the Spring Semester.

NOVEMBER

2015

ALL SAINTS DAY Priority deadline for Intersession 2016 financial aid applications

Walk-in registration Deadline to select begins for grade or pass/fail Intersession 2016 option

Mass for Peace is every Wednesday

Adventures in Service: Non-Profit Career Fair

UNIVERSITY MINISTRY SILENT RETREAT

Class reservation begins for Spring Semester

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Last day to withdraw from classes with a ‘W’

Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.

VETERAN’S DAY

Sorority recruitment info meeting

UNIVERSITY MINISTRY FALLFounders’ SEARCH RETREAT Gala Final payment deadline for online registration for Intersession 2016

Founders Gala

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Resident Assistant Applications available

Thanksgiving Dinner (Pavilion Dining)

Deadline for Tijuana Spring Breakthrough applications

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22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Going home for the holidays next month Want to buy that plane ticket home for the holidays?

Not so fast! Students must follow the December final exams schedule when making plans to travel home.

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Founders Chapel Candlelight Mass

Time for parents and families to get involved!

Now that you have one semester of USD experience, it’s time to join the Parent Ambassador Program. www.sandiego.edu/parents

Time for finals!

Care packages wanted!

Students are preparing for final exams – anxiety and stress are high.

The Center for Health and Wellness Promotion is a great place to learn strategies to stay stress-free. www.sandiego.edu/youareusd

Send your student a “good luck with final exams” care package! www.usdtorerostores.com

DECEMBER

2015 USD vs. SDSU Men’s Basketball at Petco Park

Mass for Peace is every Wednesday

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HANUKKAH BEGINS

(La Gran Terraza)

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Candlelight Mass Founders Chapel Brunch with Santa (La Gran Terraza)

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HANUKKAH ENDS

Study Day

Last day of classes

Finals Feeding Frenzy

Finals Late Night Breakfast (9-11pm, Pavilion Dining)

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Last day to use meal plan

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Christmas Dinner (Pavilion Dining)

Founders Chapel Mass every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.

Brunch with Santa

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CHRISTMAS DAY

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USD student giving back to the community

How did your student fare this past semester?

Student Success Coaching is available to students who want one-on-one support to develop study skills or a confidential space to talk about how their transition to college is going.

Visit www.sandiego.edu/usdcss/ programs/ssc/ for more information.

It’s Greek Life season!

Sorority recruitment begins this month.

Fraternity and Culturally Based Sorority recruitment begins next month. www.sandiego.edu/greeklife Sorority: Jan. 20-24 Fraternity: Feb. 7-16 Culturally Based Sorority: Feb. 8-12

Grandparents’ Weekend and USD’s Be True To Your School Party and Auction Look online for details about next month’s event. www.sandiego.edu/parents

JANUARY 2016

~ Offices Closed ~

NEW YEAR’S DAY

Start researching internships

KWANZAA ENDS

for the summer! sandiego.edu/careers

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Intersession classes start today and end Jan. 22

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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY (offices closed)

NEW TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION Final registration/ fee payment without penalty Spring Parent and Family Orientation

Late registration fee begins Resident move-in for Spring Semester beginning at 10 a.m.

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Spring Semester classes begin

All Faith Service

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Grandparents’ Weekend 2015

Start the semester strong!

It’s time to sign up for housing!

Applying for financial aid

Meeting with faculty, sharpening study skills, reading course syllabi and managing time enable your student to plan for a strong Spring Semester.

Sign-ups to live on campus during the 2016-17 academic year start now and continue until March. Last day to submit the Resident Assistant application is Feb. 3. www.sandiego.edu/residentiallife

It’s never too early to apply for financial aid for the 2016-17 academic year! www.sandiego.edu/financialaid

FEBRUARY 2016

Financial aid apps for Summer 2016 available

Spring Alcalá Bazaar

On-campus housing sign-ups available

Mass for Peace is every Wednesday

Career Development Center: Last day to enroll in Open House Event classes and drop a class without a ‘W’

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CHINESE NEW YEAR

Open House for USD Apartments (Option 1 of 2)

ASH WEDNESDAY Open House for USD Apartments (Option 2 of 2)

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PRESIDENTS DAY (Classes in session)

Spring Dinner (Pavilion dining)

MEN’S LEADERSHIP RETREAT

Prepare for the Career Fair & LinkedIn Launch

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Career Expo: Job and Internship Fair

EMPOWER WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP RETREAT

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So much more to do this semester!

Apply for student leadership positions www.sandiego.edu/associatedstudents

A FEW OPPORTUNITIES YOUR STUDENT CAN EXPLORE:

Spend Spring Break with Outdoor Adventures www.sandiego.edu/oa

Learn about what it takes to study abroad www.sandiego.edu/international/study_abroad

Learn about the Multicultural Center www.sandiego.edu/unitedfront

WWW.SANDIEGO.EDU/PARENTS (619) 260-4808 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/USDPARENTS

WWW.USDTOREROS.COM PARENTS@SANDIEGO.EDU

Diego Torero is ready for March Madness!

Be safe during Spring Break!

The Department of Public Safety is always available for assistance with emergency and non-emergency situations. For information, call (619) 260-7777. www.sandiego.edu/safety

How will your student spend the summer?

Explore summer jobs, make plans to study abroad and consider taking a class during Summer Sessions. www.sandiego.edu/sio

March Madness!

Catch a Torero basketball game! www.usdtoreros.com

MARCH 2016

Online class Mass for Peace is registration begins every Wednesday for Summer Priority deadline Session 2016 for Fall 2016 On-campus and Spring 2017 housing signfinancial aid ups deadline applications

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Student Alumni Association’s Etiquette Luncheon

Residents must move out by noon unless approved and paying for Spring Break housing

ST. PATRICK’S DAY Priority deadline for Summer 2016 financial aid applications

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PALM SUNDAY

Changemaker Challenge: Chopped Cooking Competition

GOOD FRIDAY (offices closed)

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Residents may return to their rooms starting at 10 a.m.

Deadline to select grade or pass/fail option

CESAR CHAVEZ DAY

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USD Parent Corps community service project

USD Parent Corps Service Project

Spring is in the air! It’s time for students to enjoy outdoor activities!

You and your family are invited to join the annual service project within the local San Diego community.

Outdoor Adventures www.sandiego.edu/oa

Torero Baseball and Softball www.USDtoreros.com

Campus Recreation www.sandiego.edu/campusrecreation

City of San Diego http://365sandiego.com

To learn more and to sign up, go to www.sandieog.edu/parents under the Get Involved tab.

APRIL

2016 Last day to withdraw from classes with a ‘W’

Be Blue, Go Green!

Celebrate Earth Day and learn about USD’s sustainability efforts. www.sandiego.edu/sustainability

Founders Chapel Walk-in registration Mass is every Sunday begins for Summer at 7 and 9 p.m.

Sessions 2016 Class reservation begins for Fall 2016

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Mass for Peace is Strawberry Festival Final fee payment every Wednesday (11:30am-1:30pm, deadline for Kroc IPJ) online registration for Summer Sessions 2016

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UNIVERSITY MINISTRY SEARCH RETREAT

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EARTH DAY Changemaker Challenge

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Family celebration, USD Commencement Ceremony

Thinking about the next academic year?

Too many things going on at the same time?

Check out key dates and details on the academic calendar. www.sandiego.edu/academiccalendar

Students can better manage multiple demands by meeting with their advisors, talking with their resident assistants and exploring healthy choices from the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion. www.sandiego.edu/youareusd

The Torero Store has a great selection of care packages.

Purchase a “Good luck with finals week� care package for your student! www.usdtorerostores.com

MAY 2016

Honors Convocation

Alcalá Night Dinner (Pavilion Dining)

CINCO DE MAYO

Diversity Banquet

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 MOTHER’S DAY Mother’s Day Brunch (La Gran Terraza)

Last day of classes

Study Days

Finals Late Night Breakfast (9-11pm, Pavilion Dining)

~ Final Examinations ~

Finals Feeding Frenzy

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 ~ Final Examinations ~ Candlelight Mass at Founders Chapel

Last day to use meal plan

Residents must move out by noon or 24 hours after last exam

NROTC Commissioning Ceremony

Commencement Ceremonies

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Celebrate your student’s successes!

Does your student need a summer job?

Send congratulations for a job well done and for making it through his or her first year at USD!

Career Development Center can help with the job search. www.sandiego.edu/careers

WWW.SANDIEGO.EDU/PARENTS (619) 260-4808 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/USDPARENTS

WWW.USDTOREROS.COM PARENTS@SANDIEGO.EDU

USD students enjoying the sunset near Plaza de San Diego.

Enjoy the summer and your student’s homecoming Your student is home for the summer months. Listen to reflections on the past year, noting accomplishments and challenges, as well as the balancing of both old and new friendships. Encourage your student to take advantage of opportunities next year. Students who remain connected to programs, resources and groups designed to enhance learning will be off to a great second year at USD. www.sandiego.edu/torerolife

The Second Year Experience (SYE) Abroad program: USD is ranked #2 for Study Abroad participation.

SYE is an innovative and comprehensive international experience open to sophomore students at the University of San Diego. Final deadline to apply is in September 2016. www.sandiego.edu/studyabroad/ programs/second-year.php

JUNE 2016

Become a USD Parent Ambassador:

First day of Summer Sessions

Volunteer on campus or at regional events such as Summer Send-offs, OLÉ! Weekend, Homecoming and Family Weekend, and more.

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RAMADAN BEGINS

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USD Wine Classic July 17, 2016

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Supporting student scholarships www.usdwineclassic.com

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www.sandiego.edu/parents www.facebook.com/USDParents