Torero Handbook / First-Year 2019-20

TORERO HANDBOOK

FIRST-YEAR FALL 2019-20

GETTING STARTED

WELLNESS, SAFETY AND POLICIES

USD Apps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 USDOne Account. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 MySanDiego Portal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Health Insurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Wellness Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mandatory New Student Wellness Courses . . . . . . . . . . .

CARE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Tuberculosis Screening and Immunizations. . . . . . . . . . .

Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities. . . . . . . . . .

USD “Isms”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

ORIENTATION Webcasts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Summer Send-Offs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Getting Classes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Career Readiness Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Summer Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Pre-Orientation Experiences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OLÉ! Weekend. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parent and Family Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

International Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Commuter Student Orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Orientation FAQs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE Living Learning Communities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Living Learning Community Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Commuter Student LLC Experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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RESIDENTIAL LIFE Housing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

What to Bring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Campus Mail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Meal Plans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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CAMPUS SERVICES Dining Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torero ID Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Campus Card Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Torero Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

One Stop Student Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Finances and Billing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Campus Recreation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Career Development Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Military and Veterans Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Student Support Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Black Student Resource Commons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

First-Generation Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LGBTQ+ and Allies Commons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

United Front Multicultural Commons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Women’s Commons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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GETTING STARTED

MySanDiego Portal

USD Apps

MySanDiego portal is where you will find important tools and information you will need — not only to prepare for your start at USD but throughout your time here.

Get started by downloading apps to help you stay connected at USD. MySDMobile App The MySDMobile application suite can be used to view a GPS-enabled interactive map of the USD campus, including where your classes are located, to call or email faculty and staff members, get information on scheduled courses and browse through the university’s library catalogs. You can even pay and check in with your virtual Torero ID Card on the MySDMobile app.

USD Insight App Life at USD is unique. Synchronize your academic and personal to-dos with Insight, the app designed just for USD. The app has a built-in class schedule, to-do list, timetracker and more. u To download or to check out other USD apps: • Go to sandiego.edu/mobile.

Hopefully, you checked your portal while waiting for your admissions decision and have checked your financial aid award there, too. It is not only where you paid your commitment deposit to USD but is also where you will go to register for classes, pay your bill, check your grades and conduct much of your academic and financial business. Throughout your years at USD, you will see different tabs and have access to different information, so it is a good idea to get in the habit of checking the portal regularly.

Your MySanDiego portal is also where you will find your New Student Checklist to help you keep track of tasks and deadlines. u To learn how to navigate the portal: • Go to sandiego.edu/onestop • Click on Video Tutorials to watch the following: –– “Getting to Know the MySanDiego Portal” –– “Navigating Financial Aid and the MySanDiego Portal”

USDOne Account Claiming your USDOne account is the first essential step in transitioning to USD. The USDOne Self-Service Account Management System will give you one centralized username and password for more than 50 USD systems, including Blackboard (used for many of your classes), the MySanDiego portal (where you will conduct much of your academic and financial business while a student), email, Wi-Fi access and Sally Library System. u To claim your USDOne account: • Go to my.sandiego.edu. Do NOT log in to the portal.

• Click the Register/Claim Your USDOne account option under the Log In button.

Once you have successfully claimed your USDOne account, please allow 15 minutes for your account to update before attempting to log in to the MySanDiego portal using your new username and password.

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LLC

Living Learning Community: Your assigned community that unites your LLC Fall Course and your residential area under a common theme.

HARRY POTTER ROOM TPB

Torero Program Board: An organization charged with coordinating student programs and events held on campus.

Mother Rosalie Hill Reading Room: Located on the main floor of Copley Library, this is a silent study room open to students and the campus community during library hours.

SLP

IPJ

Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice: This building is home to several academic programs, and houses classrooms and meeting spaces.

SYE ABROAD

Second-Year Experience Abroad: A special opportunity for students to study abroad. Students apply during their first year and travel together with their cohort during Intersession of their sophomore year.

FYE

First-Year Experience: All programs and activities during a student’s first year at USD, including Torero Countdown, OLÉ! Weekend, Living Learning Communities and the LLC Fall Course.

Student Life Pavilion: A focal point of student life and dining on campus. Pavilion Dining, Tu Mercado and several student organization offices can be found here.

THE MESA

Camino, Founders, Maher and Aromas Café: Collectively, these residence buildings, amenities and offices located on the west side of campus are known as the Mesa.

USD “ISMS”

Study these “isms” and you’ll be speaking “Torero” in no time!

UFMC

SLIC

United Front Multicultural Commons: This center engages the USD community in exploring and affirming the unique identity of each person and serves as an educational resource for students, faculty and staff. It’s located in the SLP.

TU MERC

Tu Mercado: A full-service grocery store, deli and coffee bar located on the second floor of the Student Life Pavilion.

THE VALLEY

Student Leadership, Involvement and Changemaking: This office oversees all student clubs and organizations and is located in the SLP.

Jenny Craig Pavilion: Home to several USD athletic teams, including men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball. It is also used for large special events, new student convocation and commencement.

UM P-SAFE

Public Safety: The Department of Public Safety is located on the south side of the Hughes Administration Center and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help with emergency situations.

Valley A and B, San Buenaventura, SAPs, Valley Field, Mata’yuum Crossroads and Bradford Lee Bosley Café and Fitness Center: Collectively, these residence buildings, amenities and offices located on the east side of campus are known as the Valley.

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JCP

University Ministry: This department offers a variety of experiences from weekly Mass in Founders Chapel to immersion opportunities in the San Diego and Tijuana communities.

UC

Hahn University Center: This building houses the USD Torero Store, La Gran Terraza restaurant, O’Toole’s Lounge, Frank’s Lounge, various department offices, conference rooms and lounge areas.

ORIENTATION Webcasts During the coming months, we will be hosting two webcasts that will walk you through important steps you need to complete before your arrival at USD. Each webcast focuses on a different topic to prepare you for your transition to USD. u To participate in our virtual summer orientation experience: • Prior to each webcast, you will receive an email inviting you to sign up to attend with detailed instructions about logging in the evening of the webcast.

• Tune in at 6 p.m. (PST) to attend the following webcasts: –– May 8: “Get Classes: Registration” –– July 10: “Get Down to Business: Paying Your Bill, Getting Your Aid and Avoiding Long Lines”

A Summer Send-Off reception will be held in these cities: Arizona Phoenix California Los Angeles Orange County Palo Alto Pasadena Pleasanton Sacramento San Diego Santa Barbara Stockton

Colorado Boulder Denver Florida Ft. Lauderdale Hawaii (at USD) Illinois Chicago Massachusetts Boston Minnesota Minneapolis

Nevada Las Vegas New York New York City Oklahoma Oklahoma City Oregon Portland Texas Dallas/Ft. Worth Washington Seattle Washington, D.C.

u To RSVP for a Send-Off: • Call (619) 260-4808 or • Go to sandiego.edu/parents/programs-events/ summer-send, view the full schedule and register.

u To view a recorded webcast: • Go to sandiego.edu/firstreg.

Check back often for event updates. Locations and times are subject to change. Please refer to the online schedule for up-to-date information.

Summer Send-Offs

Getting Classes

Celebrate becoming a Torero! Summer Send-Offs are pre-orientation socials hosted by current USD parents and alumni. The Office of Parent and Family Relations coordinates these events in various cities around the country. Invitations are mailed in June, but you can also view the full schedule and register on the Parent and Family Relations website.

The following are important dates and information to assist in getting your classes:

• Get relevant information as you prepare for arrival to campus.

• Connect with new and current USD students and families from your area.

• Get answers to move-in, first-year and general USD questions.

• Win USD swag and pick up great giveaways.

• Learn insider tips from current students, parents and alumni.

• Interact with USD administrators and ambassadors.

• May 8: Participate in the live webcast, “Get Classes: Registration,” to learn all the details about getting your first semester of classes.

• May 8: Take language and math placement exams.

–– Go to sandiego.edu/firstreg for information regarding placement exams.

–– If you are an international first-year student, your language placement exam will be held August 31 as part of your orientation experience.

• Review the companion guide to the First-Year Advising Questionnaire available on the First-Year Registration website at sandiego.edu/firstreg.

• Gather expected or received AP scores or college credits.

• May 22: Deadline to complete and submit the FirstYear Advising Questionnaire. Schedules are built on a first-questionnaire-completed, first-served basis.

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u To submit the First-Year Advising Questionnaire: • Access to the questionnaire will open on Wednesday, May 15, at 11 a.m.

• Log in to your MySanDiego portal.

• Under the Admissions tab, select New Student Checklist.

• Click on Announcements.

• Send results of AP/IB test scores and transcripts from any college work attempted and final high school transcripts showing graduation date to: University of San Diego Undergraduate Admissions 5998 Alcalá Park San Diego, CA 92110 • Schools may also send electronically through Naviance or email to admissions@sandiego.edu.

• If you have taken an AP exam, have your scores or transcript sent to us using our code, 4849. IB transcripts should be sent to the above address.

• If you have completed any college-level coursework, you will need to have the registrar at each school send an official transcript to the above address. Please do this as soon as possible to limit changes to your firstyear schedule.

Once you have successfully submitted your First-Year Advising Questionnaire, USD’s team of advisors will use this information to prepare your schedule of classes in order of submission date, so be sure to take the language and math placement exams so you’re ready to submit the questionnaire as soon as it launches on May 15! u To view your schedule: • Fall schedules will be released by mid-July.

• Log in to your MySanDiego portal.

• Click on the View My Schedule link under the New Student tab.

Career Readiness Programs The Passport, Compass and Connect Career Readiness Programs are designed to support students as they navigate the transition to their postgraduate lives.

Through these programs, students will learn to recognize the connections between their interests and academic choices, emphasizing the value of their liberal arts education. Students will select workshops, events, programs and/or experiential education that will best help them explore career opportunities, gain valuable skills and build professional networks.

Passport The Passport Program is a graduation requirement for all students who declare majors in the School of Business.

Compass The Compass Program is a graduation requirement for all students who declare majors in the College of Arts and Sciences from the 2018-19 catalog or later.

Connect The Connect Program is a graduation requirement for all students who declare majors in the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering from the 2019-20 catalog or later. u To learn more about the programs: • Go to sandiego.edu/careers.

• Click on the Your Career Readiness Programs tab.

Summer Bridge

u For more information about course registration: • Review the First-Year Registration FAQ page at sandiego.edu/firstreg.

• Email the First-Year Registration office at firstreg@sandiego.edu.

Summer Bridge is an intensive one-week program that will help incoming first-year and transfer students transition into life at USD. The program will begin Saturday, Aug. 24.

Students who participate in the program are given the following opportunities, at no personal cost:

u For more information about submitting transcripts and AP scores contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions: • Call (619) 260-4506 or • Email admissions@sandiego.edu.

• Familiarize yourself with the USD campus before all other students arrive for OLÉ! Weekend and check into the residence halls early!

• Create meaningful relationships with incoming and transfer Student Support Services (SSS) students and participate in social events designed to introduce you to the vibrant and distinct culture of San Diego.

• Pair up with an SSS mentor who will help guide you through your first year at USD. • Engage with USD professors in an encouraging environment.

• Learn the unwritten rules of college and the tools to thrive and graduate.

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u To apply to the Summer Bridge program: • All incoming students will receive an email and postcard invitation to apply for the program.

• Application to the Summer Bridge program will be available beginning April 8 at sandiego.edu/sss.

• You must identify with one of the following: –– First generation, –– Low income –– Documented disability –– Underrepresented (USD’s regulations) • All applications must be submitted by Friday, June 14.

Financial assistance is available. For more information regarding financial assistance, contact Aly at amonteleone@sandiego.edu before registering.

Registration for the retreat opens on May 14, 2019 and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration can be completed online. Check out the University Ministry website for more information and to view videos of past retreats!

(619) 260-4264 sss@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/sss

Outdoor Adventures Pre-O Adventure

Pre-Orientation Experiences You can choose to start your USD career early by participating in a pre-orientation (Pre-O) experience with University Ministry or Outdoor Adventures. Each of these opportunities will allow you to interact with classmates and current students and begin your transition to USD. Top five reasons to be part of Pre-O: 1. Meet new friends.

2. Learn about life at USD from amazing student leaders.

3. Get a jump-start before OLÉ! Weekend begins.

4. Gain experience.

5. Discover the beauty of California.

University Ministry Pre-O Retreat All are welcome to join in the fun that is the UM Pre-O Retreat. Whether you’ve never been on a retreat before, or have led multiple retreats during high school, we would love to have you join us for this unique experience to jump-start your USD career. Students from all faith traditions are encouraged to register. An impressive group of student leaders will share their wisdom on how to get the most out of USD, inspire you to become your best and most authentic self and lead you through a number of fun and hilarious activities.

Belong, Believe, Become Aug. 28-30 / Cost: $195 In the beautiful foothills of the Laguna Mountains, student leaders will share their experiences at USD, and you’ll make new friends while creating lasting connections. Hike, swim, zip line and join in a talent show while exploring your spirituality.

(619) 260-4735 sandiego.edu/umpreo

OA Pre-O is for everyone, whether you’ve climbed Mount Whitney (highest point in California) or have never slept outside in your life. Join us and experience California, explore some amazing outdoor spots and get a jumpstart on your USD career while gaining awareness for sustainability and the environment. The following is a list of upcoming Outdoor Adventures Pre-O Adventure trips: Laguna Mountain Base Camp Aug. 28-30 / Cost: $325 Come camp with us and relax in a laid-back social environment. You’ll have the opportunity to get to know your peers while participating in small group day hikes as well as hanging out around camp. Evening campfires and camp games highlight this experience. This trip is a great introduction to camping and USD. Balboa Park Basecamp Aug. 28-30 / Cost: $325 Join us for our first urban camping adventure in Balboa Park! Come camp with us for two nights in a relaxed and social environment. You will have the opportunity to get to know new students while participating in small group urban outdoor adventures while exploring the amazing Balboa Park and surrounding neighborhoods.

Balboa Park Basecamp: Honors Program Aug. 28-30 / Cost: $325 Join us for our first urban camping adventure in Balboa Park! Come camp with fellow Honors students for two nights in a relaxed and social environment. You will have the opportunity to get to know new students and faculty members while participating in small group urban outdoor adventures. This will be an amazing introduction to the Honors Program while you get firsthand experience exploring the amazing Balboa Park and surrounding neighborhoods.

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If you receive need-based financial aid from USD, you may be eligible for assistance to attend Pre-O Adventures. We work closely with the Financial Aid office and Admissions and will notify you of the status of your request on a rolling basis. Assistance is typically $150 toward the cost of the trip. While we will make every effort to accommodate each request, please understand that we have limited funds.

Pre-O Adventures are very popular. We recommend signing up as soon as possible. Registration begins May 14 and is on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration can be completed online. Check out the Outdoor Adventures website for more information and to view student testimonial videos.

Sunday, Sept. 1 Students and parents will participate in their separate orientation programs this day. All are invited to attend the Mass of Welcome. Parents and supporters will say goodbye after a farewell ceremony in the afternoon.

Students should expect a full day of programming.

Monday, Sept. 2 Students will experience USD’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, social justice, and changemaking through a day of exciting and intentional programming. In the evening, students are invited to join a tailgate and attend a men’s soccer game.

(619) 260-4709 sandiego.edu/outdoor-adventures

Tuesday, Sept. 3

OLÉ! Weekend

Students will meet their faculty advisors and will officially be inducted into their LLCs and the USD academic community.

OLÉ! (Orientation Launch Events) Weekend is the name of our on-campus orientation experience for all incoming students and it serves as your official welcome to USD. OLÉ! Weekend is Saturday, Aug. 31, through Tuesday, Sept. 3. Over these four days, you will move into your residence hall (or meet your fellow commuters), meet your classmates, connect with your faculty advisor and begin experiencing life in your Living Learning Community (LLC). Students will receive a full schedule for OLÉ!

Weekend upon checking into their residence hall or at commuter student check-in.

Orientation at USD is a unique experience for our students and families. The university community is hard at work creating this program for you! Please read the following to help you prepare for the weekend.

Saturday, Aug. 31, Move-In Day Prepare to spend the day moving in and getting settled.

There will be free time to run errands and explore campus. In the evening, all are expected to attend the New Student and Family Welcome. After, students will embark on their first evening at USD and parents and family members are invited to attend the annual Wine’d Down Reception.

Your participation in the various activities and sessions planned is expected. We hope you take advantage of these sessions to connect with university leaders such as your community directors, student leaders and your faculty advisor. These connections will provide you with all the resources you need to have a strong start at USD!

Parent and Family Orientation Parents and families are also invited to their own orientation experience that occurs simultaneously, from Saturday, Aug. 31 to Sunday, Sept. 1.

Parents and any additional guests need to register with the Office of Parent and Family Relations. Registration opens July 5. u To register for Parent and Family Orientation: • Go to giving.sandiego.edu/paor19.

Check the USD orientation and parent and family websites throughout the summer for additional information, including move-in and arrival times for residential and commuter students. orientation@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/orientation parents@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/parents

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International Orientation

Orientation FAQs

Tuesday, Aug. 27

When should students and families plan to be in San Diego?

Families and students should be in San Diego no later than Saturday morning, Aug. 31.

If you are an international student living on campus, you should move into your residence hall on this day. New international students have special permission to move in on this early date.

Wednesday, Aug. 28 New international first-year students must attend International Student Orientation from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

International students will also attend OLÉ! Weekend.

In addition to immigration-related information, you will benefit from several social events to help integrate into the USD community and to meet other international students at USD. The International Team Ambassadors, a group of student volunteers that will act as mentors to incoming international students, help to plan these activities, which include a lunch for new international students and their families, a game night and a San Diego harbor cruise. Additionally, the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) cohosts a session for international parents with the USD Office of Parent and Family Relations.

More details about International Student Orientation, including a detailed calendar, will be shared with you by email.

(619) 260-4598 internationaloffice@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/oiss

Commuter Student Orientation All first-year commuter students participate in all of OLÉ! Weekend. We’ve prepared special sessions just for you. During OLÉ! Weekend you will meet with your commuter assistant and learn about commuter resources, including the Commuter Student Commons, your oncampus home away from home. Check your USD email in early August for your Commuter Student Newsletter with important information about your OLÉ! Weekend experience. Commuter check-in will be Saturday, Aug. 31.

When does the Parent and Family portion of the program end, and when should return travel accommodations be made?

The Parent and Family portion of the program ends at 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 1. We recommend that families make their travel arrangements for Sunday evening or Monday morning. Please note that students continue on in full programming after parents depart.

Will families and students attend orientation sessions together?

While there are some events designed for students and families to attend together, all educational and informational sessions are specific to either students or families and will be attended separately. Schedules will be given out at check-in on Saturday, and will outline the unique experiences for students and families.

Will there be time to run errands once we are on campus?

There is some time built in on Saturday (move-in day) to run errands. If this is not enough time to accomplish your needs, we recommend that on-campus errands are attended to on Friday during normal business hours.

Where do parents and families stay while in San Diego?

We recommend seeking out accommodations as soon as possible, as orientation falls on Labor Day weekend and San Diego is a highly popular tourist destination. Bartell Hotels offers special rates for USD families (see the orientation website for more details).

When should commuter students plan to arrive on campus?

Commuter students and their families participate in orientation, too! Plan to arrive at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 31. A newsletter will be sent out in August further detailing your arrival and check-in process.

Are meals included during orientation?

All student meals, beginning with lunch on Saturday and ending with lunch on Tuesday, are built into OLÉ! Weekend. We need to know if you have dietary restrictions, so please visit the USD orientation website and submit the OLÉ! Weekend Dietary Restrictions form.

Parents and family members will have the opportunity to purchase a meal package through the Office of Parent and Family Relations. Please see their website for more information.

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FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE Living Learning Communities All first-year students will be in a Living Learning Community (LLC). Not only do LLCs ease your academic and social transition to USD, they expand your intellectual curiosity beyond the classroom and establish an immediate sense of community with your faculty, fellow residents and current students, such as RAs (resident assistants) and SAs (scholastic assistants) who will serve as mentors to you. The LLC experience has two main pillars — your first-year residential experience and your LLC course. Students with common interests take classes together and live near one another, sharing a supercharged college experience where academics meld with exciting extracurricular activities and community engagement. Each LLC theme is tied together with our changemaking mission and aims to give students tools to address the world’s urgent challenges.

LLC Courses An LLC course combines aspects of a first-year seminar course and academic advising with a regular class.

Your fall LLC course is linked to your Living Learning Community theme and is limited to about 20 first-year students. This course size makes them about one-half the size of a regular first-year class. Your spring LLC course is also linked to your Living Learning Community theme and focuses on helping you learn how to integrate concepts across the curriculum. This course also will fulfill your First-Year integration requirement for your CORE curriculum.

LLC Themes Advocate An advocate welcomes all. We advocate for equitable opportunities for all members of our community. We advocate for our experiences and identities and recognize the importance of awareness and action.

Collaborate A collaborator pursues and values partnerships. We get out in the community and learn from one another, activating communication and participation in both our local and global communities. Commuters are encouraged to select this theme.

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Cultivate A cultivator protects the earth’s natural resources. We sustain our environment and take pride in being a keeper of the earth and its inhabitants. We work to conserve.

Commuters are encouraged to select this theme.

Illuminate An illuminator sees connections. We adapt to our ever-changing world, using scholarship and knowledge as tools to inspire new ways of being. All honors students live in this LLC, allowing them to connect early on and build a sense of community.

Innovate An innovator approaches a problem with creativity and resolve. We practice entrepreneurship that leads to positive change in the community. We let our compassion drive our curiosity.

People to Know During Your First Year LLC Faculty A fall LLC faculty advisor is the professor teaching your fall LLC course. In addition, this professor serves as your academic advisor until you declare a major.

Scholastic Assistants Scholastic assistants (SAs) are successful continuing students who serve as academic mentors for first-year students. They are assigned to, and responsible for, a particular LLC course for the entirety of the first year.

Resident Assistants Resident assistants (RAs) are continuing students who live in your residence hall, facilitate your transition to USD and serve as a resource for your first year.

Commuter Assistants Commuter assistants (CAs) are continuing students who commute to campus from various parts of San Diego County. In addition to being a resource for other commuter students, they work as student staff in the Commuter Commons, where they are available for questions, referrals and provide social programs.

Community Director Community directors (CDs) are full-time staff who live and work in each of the residential communities. Your CD supervises the RAs and works with the LLC faculty and SAs to create events. CDs are also excellent resources for assisting with any challenges you may be facing from academic concerns to learning to live with a new roommate.

Resident Ministers There is one resident minister (RM) for each residence hall. RMs make connections between Residential Life and University Ministry. Resident ministers are your allies and confidants, available to answer questions about everything from faith and spirituality to stress, relationships and decision-making.

University Ministry Resident Assistant Each RA staff has one University Ministry RA (UMRA). This RA works with the resident minister to host weekly faith sharing groups and serves as a resource for students who want to learn more about mission and ministry at USD.

Selecting Your LLC You will be asked to prioritize your top LLC course on your First-Year Advising Questionnaire (available Wednesday, May 15, at 11 a.m.) in your MySanDiego portal.

Living Learning Community Life Ask any current Torero resident or the scores of alumni who once called Alcalá Park home and they will tell you their number one reason for living on campus is/was the sense of community that comes from living among their peers. Nothing can compare to the fun and excitement of living in an environment where the learning never stops and lasting memories are waiting to be made. In order to help you make a seamless transition to college life and community living, each first-year residence has live-in professional community directors, resident ministers and undergraduate resident assistants who are committed to helping you maximize your on-campus living experience.

First-year students will be placed in one of the following residence hall areas:

Camino/Founders Camino Hall houses the Illuminate and Cultivate LLCs. The Camino/Founders complex features two connected buildings, separated by gender, on the west end of campus. Camino Hall is our all-male accommodation, whereas Founders Hall is all female. Their unique designs provide most rooms with a view of the beautifully landscaped courtyards, and are adjacent to the newly renovated Colachis Plaza. Residents share communal bathrooms with individual Johnny Squares, assigned sinks, for each room. The rooms accommodate two (limited), three or four residents.

Tips for choosing your LLC course:

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• Visit sandiego.edu/llc and read about each theme.

• Think broadly about your passions. When reviewing the theme descriptions, which ones intrigue you?

Which ones do you feel connected to?

• Review the list of fall LLC courses linked to each LLC theme. This course does not have to fit into your major or minor. All LLC courses fulfill general education (CORE) requirements, so choose courses, topics or disciplines that you want to explore further.

• Commuters are encouraged to choose Cultivate or Collaborate.

Maher houses the Collaborate LLC. Located at the center of campus and adjacent to the beautiful Plaza de San Diego, Maher Hall provides student housing on the top three stories of the building. Coed by wing, all Maher rooms have private baths and accommodate two (very limited), three or four residents.

Your LLC placement will be sent out in early July, along with your housing placement. Keep an eye on your inbox for the email!

Valley A Valley A houses the Advocate LLC. Coed by floor, the Valley A complex offers suite-style living, in which each floor consists of a semiprivate shower and bathroom, with furnished lounges. Each suite has eight residents living in either single or double bedrooms. Each suite has its own common room and two bathrooms to be shared by the eight residents of the suite.

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Valley B Valley B houses the Innovate LLC. The Valley B complex consists of four three-story buildings (San Luis, San Juan, San Miguel and San Rafael) that offer single- and doubleoccupancy bedrooms. Each floor provides residents with two communal bathroom areas and two lounges.

(619) 260-4777 housing@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/residentiallife

Commuter Student LLC Experience Commuters participate in LLCs, too! We have identified Collaborate and Cultivate as the two themes that we suggest you choose from. Each of these themes provides you with access to an RA, common space in the residence hall of your theme and the ability to connect with residential classmates. These themes were selected due to the ease of access to the residential hall lounges and study spaces in these buildings.

Commuter Commons The newly redesigned Commuter Commons, which is located in the Hahn University Center, Room 119, serves as an on-campus home for entering first-year and transfer commuter students. This welcoming space is where students can study, get together with other students or just relax between classes, and provides commuter students with resources they may need while they are on campus. Commuter assistants are specially trained staff who serve as a general resource for students. They spend hours in the space, plan programs and meet with students throughout the year.

The following are some resources available in the Commuter Commons: • Computer stations and a printer • Kitchenette with refrigerator, microwave and toaster oven • Long-term and day-use lockers (accessible during hours of operation) • Study tables • Comfy chairs and couches • Television and DVD player • Wii gaming system • Monthly breakfast and study breaks

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u For more resources or to get involved: • Go to sandiego.edu/campus-life/commuter or • Call (619) 260-4478.

WELLNESS, SAFETY AND POLICIES Health Insurance Submit an online form to actively enroll in or waive the USD Student Health Insurance Plan by Sept. 13, 2019.

Failure to submit a decision form will result in you being enrolled in the annual student health plan and responsible for paying the annual premium charged to your student account.

All full-time USD students are required to carry health insurance. When you are admitted and/or register for classes, your student account will be charged for the USD Student Health Insurance Plan. To remove this charge, you can waive coverage if you already have other insurance.

If you do not have coverage, you need to either enroll in USD’s plan or in another plan, and then continue with the waiver process. A new decision form needs to be submitted at the beginning of every academic year. u For information about the USD Student Health Insurance requirement, or for instructions on how to enroll or waive: • Go to sandiego.edu/health-insurance.

Wellness Services Make early contact with Wellness Services. If you have an ongoing psychological or health condition and need ongoing access to prescription medication, or you have a documented disability requesting accommodation, please contact the appropriate wellness unit prior to arriving on campus.

Take time to visit our website to become familiar with the many services we have in place to help you stay healthy and address any health concerns. u For information on programs, services and support: • Go to sandiego.edu/wellness.

Mandatory New Student Wellness Courses As part of the University of San Diego’s commitment to the well-being of our students and the larger USD community, and to remain in compliance with federally mandated requirements including the Federal Campus Sexual Violence Elimination (SaVE) Act, you are required to complete an online prevention-based education course series which includes AlcoholEdu for College and Sexual Assault Prevention for Undergraduates. u Please note the following important course dates: • Course access begins Aug. 5, 2019.

• Part 1 for each course must be completed by Aug. 28, 2019.

• Part 2 for each course, a 45-day follow-up, must be completed by Oct. 12, 2019. u For more information: • Go to sandiego.edu/health-wellness/new-studenteducation.

CARE Campus Assault Resources and Education (CARE) is the University of San Diego’s primary effort to provide support, resources and education to the student community pertaining to sexual assault and relationship violence. u For information regarding sexual violence education: • Go to sandiego.edu/care.

Tuberculosis Screening and Immunizations Complete required immunizations and submit verification forms prior to your arrival for orientation.

As part of the university’s commitment to protecting the health and well-being of all our students, there are matriculation requirements for tuberculosis (TB) screening and certain immunizations.

Requirements for Undergraduates/Graduates • TB screening • MMR (two doses) or positive titer

Additional Requirement for Undergraduates • Varicella (chickenpox) (two doses) or history of chickenpox or positive titer

Other Recommended Vaccinations Not required for matriculation.

• • • • •

Tdap booster (after age 11) Hepatitis B (three doses) Hepatitis A (two doses) HPV (three doses) Meningococcal (dose after age 16)

Meningococcal Vaccines California law requires that we provide all incoming students information about meningococcal disease and vaccination. Meningococcal disease is very rare, but can cause serious, life-threatening illness. It sometimes occurs in small outbreaks, generally among groups in close settings such as a college dormitory. Students who will live on campus should seriously consider the advantages of vaccination. u For more information about meningococcal vaccines: • Go to sandiego.edu/health-center/documents/ Meningococcal%20add%20on.pdf.

• Discuss with your health care provider.

TB Screening Questionnaire and Submitting Immunization Records u To access the TB screening questionnaire and submit the immunization form: • Go to mywellness.sandiego.edu and log in to your mywellness portal.

• Choose Profile on the left side of the navigation bar (first-time users will have to acknowledge their 20192020 USD Wellness Area Consent to Receive Services under Forms).

• Input your mobile phone and mobile phone carrier to ensure you’re set up to receive secure messages from our staff regarding your immunization status.

• Choose Forms, click on Tuberculosis Screening and answer the questions.

• Click on Immunization History. Here you will enter the dates of your immunizations and then upload your records so the dates can be verified. Please ensure your records are uploaded upright.

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Note: Newly admitted students may experience difficulty logging in to their mywellness portal and will need to wait until their registration information is reflected in Banner. This can take one to two days after depositing.

Verification and Removal of Immunization Hold The Student Health Center will review your submitted documentations for verification. You will be notified via secure message if any additional documentation is needed. Please allow 24-48 hours for review after submission. For questions or concerns regarding your submission, please send a secure message to the Immunization Coordinator.

Immunization Clinic at the Student Health Center Immunization Clinic hours vary during the academic year. The TB skin test must be read within 48-72 hours; therefore they are not administered on Thursdays or on Fridays before a Monday holiday. u To schedule your immunizations at the Student Health Center: • Go to mywellness.sandiego.edu and log in to your mywellness portal.

• Go to sandiego.edu/health-center/immunizations for clinic hours and fees.

Safety Your safety is our top priority. The Department of Public Safety (DPS) supports the mission and goals of the University of San Diego by providing a full range of community-oriented crime prevention and crime-control services to contribute to the safety and security of the campus community. Public safety officers are responsible for a wide range of activities, including developing crime prevention programs, taking crime and accident reports, conducting investigations, responding to medical and fire emergencies, providing parking and traffic control, and enforcing certain local and state laws, as well as rules developed by the university to address campus-related concerns. The Department of Public Safety is located in the Hughes Administration Center, Room 150.

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Reporting Everyone at USD has a role in providing a safe environment in support of the academic excellence for which we strive. The university thoroughly evaluates the security needs of the community and continues to consider these needs on an ongoing basis. Together, we must take personal responsibility for our own safety, as well as the safety of those around us. USD community members are strongly encouraged to report all crimes, suspicious activity and safety-related incidents to the Department of Public Safety. Working together, we will continue to keep USD a safe campus for all. This is not a job that we can do alone. Your help is essential. u To report an emergency: • Any emergency should be reported directly to the Department of Public Safety.

• Call (619) 260-2222 (ext. 2222 from any on-campus phone) 24 hours a day. u To report an incident (nonemergency): • Call (619) 260-7777 (ext. 7777 from any on-campus phone). sandiego.edu/safety

Safety Escort Service DPS provides safety escorts on campus 24 hours a day for campus community members. Simply call DPS and an officer will respond to your location and escort you to your desired on-campus location. u To request a safety escort: • Call (619) 260-7777 (ext. 7777 from any on-campus phone) or • Use any blue emergency phone on campus.

Emergency Mass Notification In the event of an emergency, DPS will employ either or both of our all-campus alert systems. The mass notification system will send a combination of texts, emails and voicemails concurrently to every community member (student, faculty and staff). Additionally, our outdoor notification system allows DPS to broadcast campus alerts as necessary through speakers located around campus. All community members are encouraged to keep their contact information updated on the MySanDiego portal so that they may receive these critical announcements.

Emergency Procedures DPS strongly encourages all members of the USD community to be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times, and to familiarize yourself with the important campus emergency procedures and information located on the Emergency Preparedness website. u To review the emergency procedures: • Go to sandiego.edu/emergency/procedures.

Family Education Rights and Privacy Act The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects your private information regarding your education. In order for anyone — parents, guardians, spouses or other family members — to have access to your information, you must first provide official approval. It is easy to do but, without this, the university will not be able to share information about your grades, courses, bills or any other information with anyone but you. u To provide FERPA authorization: • Log in to your MySanDiego portal.

• Under the Torero Hub tab, select FERPA. • Follow the on-screen instructions and add an authorized user, including the email address.

• Click on the Expand Information link and you will see four tabs.

–– Start on Profile and enter the relationship of the authorized user to you. You also need to add a start and end date for each person.

–– On the Authorization tab, click on the items for which you are providing access. This must be done for each authorized user.

• When you are finished, each user will receive an email with instructions on how to set up the account in order to receive the approved information.

Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities The Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities are the standards of conduct to which all community members of USD are held accountable. u To learn more about the Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities: • Go to sandiego.edu/conduct/the-code.

• Click on The Code tab.

RESIDENTIAL LIFE Housing Roommate Agreements During OLÉ! Weekend, RAs will help all new residents work with their roommates to complete a roommate agreement. The agreements are a set of standards outlining how students can successfully share their living environment.

Housing and Room Assignments Complete the housing application (available May 16 at 10 a.m.). The application must be completed by June 1.

You will not be able to pick your roommate or housing assignment. Housing assignments and roommate information will be emailed to incoming students in late July. This email will include very important information with full instructions for the move-in process including traffic patterns, parking and other logistics designed to make your arrival and move-in a smooth and enjoyable experience.

u For a complete description and details on FERPA: • Go to sandiego.edu/registrar/ferpa. u For more details on FERPA authorization: • Go to sandiego.edu/onestop.

• Click on Video Tutorials to watch the following: –– “Granting Others Access to Your Information: FERPA”

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Hall Council Each residence hall features a hall council composed of residents in the area. Hall council representatives are selected early in the fall semester. The council works collaboratively with the community director, LLC faculty and resident assistants to plan events for the community.

Hall councils also work with the residential senator from Associated Students and Residential Life staff to advocate for community needs. Hall council events have included fall festivals, formals and holiday parties.

Other hall council initiatives have brought about facility improvements, such as the installation of water filtration stations in residence halls.

Community Standards The Community Standards document outlines expectations for our residents as members of a larger community. In addition to the Student Code of Conduct, all residents and their guests are expected to adhere to our residential community standards. The community standards are designed to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all students and the residential community. sandiego.edu/residentiallife/community-living/ community-standards.php Terms and Conditions The Terms and Conditions are the agreements all students enter into when living on campus.

Renters Insurance

sandiego.edu/residentiallife/publications

While the University of San Diego does not cover lost, stolen or damaged property, the university certainly recognizes the need to ensure the safety of your property.

The university does not recommend or endorse any individual insurance company; however, we strongly urge you to contact your insurance agent, check your homeowners policy and consider purchasing a renters policy to cover you while living on campus. Review the Residential Life Renters Insurance document on the Residential Life website for additional information regarding your responsibility for both personal property and university property.

u For more information on Residential Life: • Go to sandiego.edu/residentiallife.

Emergency Preparedness RAs and community directors will review important safety information so that students are prepared in case of emergency. This will include evacuation procedures for fire alarms and proactive safety tips.

Important Housing Documents The Community Standards, Terms and Conditions and Student Code of Conduct will be covered briefly during orientation, but you are strongly encouraged to review them in more detail.

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What to Bring USD has packing suggestions and prohibited items to ensure a safe living environment. Guidelines on items that are not permitted can be found in the Community Standards and the Student Code of Conduct.

Here is a recommended packing list and some ideas for extras that you may choose to bring along. The list we have created is a good place to start but we would also suggest you connect with your roommate, if possible, to see what items you can share.

Linens ¨¨Sheets/mattress pad — twin XL ¨¨Pillow and pillowcases ¨¨Blankets/comforters ¨¨Towels and washcloths ¨¨Bathrobe ¨¨Laundry bag or basket ¨¨Laundry detergent ¨¨Nonbleach cleaners Personal Care ¨¨Toiletries and personal hygiene products ¨¨Mirror ¨¨Deodorant ¨¨First-aid kit ¨¨Tissues

Desk Items ¨¨Desk lamp — nonhalogen ¨¨Scissors/paper clips/stapler ¨¨Calendar/planner ¨¨School supplies for classes Room Furnishings ¨¨Hangers ¨¨Sewing kit ¨¨Alarm clock ¨¨Wastebasket ¨¨Fan (highly recommended) ¨¨Flashlight ¨¨Power strip ¨¨Iron/ironing board ¨¨Organizers/storage bins ¨¨Mug/plate/eating utensils ¨¨Reusable water bottle ¨¨3M strips for wall (no nails) Extras ¨¨Computer ¨¨Laptop lock ¨¨Cell phone and charger ¨¨Room decorations ¨¨Beach chair/beach towel ¨¨Umbrella Don’t Forget ¨¨Important documents ¨¨Financial aid forms ¨¨Driver’s license ¨¨Social Security card ¨¨Backpack/book bag ¨¨Doctor’s contact information ¨¨Medical insurance information ¨¨Cash/checkbook

Microfridge Rental For microfridge rentals, you may connect to the vendor website listed below. Please note that the use of this vendor is optional. collegiateconcepts.net/schools/university-of-san-diego/ index.html

WASH Laundry Service Residential Life works with WASH Laundry services to provide laundry facilities for all residential students.

WASH laundry machines accept credit cards.

Campus Mail If you are living on campus, you can obtain your campus mail address unit number by logging in to your MySanDiego portal and completing the form on the Mail Center tab. Your mailing address should always include your full name, street address, unit number and ZIP code in your address, like this: FULL NAME 5998 Alcalá Park Unit [#] San Diego, CA 92110-2478 The USD Mail Center is located in Maher Annex. The Mail Center receives and processes mail and packages for the residents Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Mail Center accepts items from all couriers: USPS, FedEx, UPS, Amazon, OnTrac and DHL as well as private couriers delivering flowers and edible arrangements.

During the semester, you will be notified via email when items received are available for pickup.

Mail and Packages The Mail Center will begin accepting packages in midAugust. Please allow enough time for deliveries to arrive prior to Thursday, Aug. 29. This allows the Mail Center time to process them and have them ready for you to pick up during OLÉ! Weekend. Packages that arrive on Saturday, Aug. 31 will not be available until Tuesday, Sept. 3. sandiego.edu/mail-center

Meal Plans Meal Plans are designed to enhance your USD experience.

Unlimited access dinner and brunch meals offer a wide range of choices and foster a sense of community while you break bread with other Toreros in the Pavilion Dining Room.

You have your choice of a variety of meal plan options designed to fit individual eating habits and busy academic schedules. Whether you are interested in a hot breakfast, lunch on the run, a late night snack, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or halal meals, there are options for you.

Meal plans are made up of meals, equivalencies, Dining Dollars and guest meals.

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In most instances, you will have a meal plan during your first and second year. The minimum required resident plan, which will be assigned for the academic year, is determined by your residential status and total number of eligible units.

Required plans may not be reduced or canceled at any time. Once a meal plan is purchased or assigned for the year, that will be your plan for the fall and spring semesters. You will be automatically assigned the same meal plan that you have in the fall for the spring semester.

Meals Meals expire at the end of each semester on the last day of undergraduate finals. Meals do not roll over from semester to semester.

If you run out of meals, you may purchase a new meal plan, use cash, purchase Campus Cash or Dining Dollars any time throughout the year via the MySanDiego portal.

Dining Dollars Dining Dollars work just like cash and can be used at all campus dining locations on many food and beverage items.

Dining Dollars may not be used to purchase grocery items, bulk candy, nonfood merchandise or alcohol.

Unlike meals, unused Dining Dollars will roll over from the fall semester to the spring semester. Dining Dollars expire at the end of the spring semester on the last day of undergraduate finals. u To select a meal plan: • Carefully review the complete meal plan options and policies before selecting a plan.

• Select the plan of your choice online via the MySanDiego portal within the New Student tab.

–– Purchase a plan on or before July 1.

• If a student is required to have a plan but does not select one by July 1, the minimum required plan will be automatically assigned to the student’s account.

u To use your meal plan: • You must present your Torero ID card at the register.

• Meal plan meals may only be used at Pavilion Dining (Student Life Pavilion, level 1) for unlimited access brunch (on weekends) and dinner (daily).

–– Unlimited access means you swipe one meal and can return for seconds and more during the meal time frame.

• À la carte prices apply to breakfast and lunch Monday through Friday in Pavilion Dining.

• You may use Dining Dollars, Campus Cash, cash, Visa or MasterCard to pay for à la carte items. u For more information on meal plans: • Go to sandiego.edu/dining/meal-plans.

CAMPUS SERVICES Dining Services As a Torero, you will experience delicious menus created

by USD’s award-winning culinary team. Chefs are professionally trained and certified, and menus have been created in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America. We maintain high standards and values while sourcing the freshest ingredients from local vendors to create quality, flavorful cuisine.

USD Dining is ranked No. 14 nationwide for Best Campus Food (Princeton Review). We are dedicated to meeting the challenge of offering fresh, wholesome foods and to do so in a way that considers the environmental impact of our decisions and guarantees healthy alternatives in each of our restaurants. sandiego.edu/dining

Food Allergies and Dietary Needs If you need help identifying appropriate foods for your diet, USD Dining can help. Vegan and gluten-free options are available across campus.

Students with medical disabilities requiring special dietary modifications should consult with the appropriate student wellness unit to learn more about the documentation required for the university to provide appropriate support. u To set up a meeting regarding allergies and dietary needs: • Call (619) 260-8880 or • Email dining@sandiego.edu.

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Campus Eateries With more than eight unique venues to choose from, including on-campus cafés, a food truck and a bistrostyle restaurant, you are sure to satisfy your palate at any time of day. Our goal is to provide a delicious, healthy, affordable dining experience no matter where you choose to eat on campus. Whether it is early morning or late at night, a campus dining location is open to serve you.

Choose from an array of enticing menus. All locations have indoor and outdoor seating and complimentary Wi-Fi. For dining in most retail locations you may use cash, Dining Dollars, Campus Cash, Visa or MasterCard. u For current dining hours of operation: • Go to sandiego.edu/auxiliary/hours.

Torero ID Card The Torero ID card is your mandatory, official university identification card. It allows you access to: • • • • • • • •

Meal plans (meals, Dining Dollars, etc.)

Campus Cash U.S. Bank account (once linked) Residence halls Libraries Fitness centers Computer labs Vending machines and more!

u To obtain your Torero ID card: • Log in to my.sandiego.edu.

• Select the Torero Hub tab.

• Select My Torero Services in the dropdown menu.

• Go to the Upload USD Pics section: –– Upload your photo by Aug. 16. The photo must meet passport specifications or it will be declined (headshot, solid white background, no hat or sunglasses, etc.). u To pick up your Torero ID card: • All Residents: Beginning with your move-in day, you will receive a temporary card from Residential Life upon check-in at Mata’yuum Crossroads. You will need to stop by Campus Card Services during regular business hours to pick up your official Torero ID card.

• Undergraduate Commuters: Beginning Sept. 2, you may pick up your card from the Campus Card office.

Report a lost or stolen card immediately. Suspend your card by contacting the Campus Card office.

(619) 260-5999 campuscard@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/campuscard

Campus Cash Campus Cash is a prepaid declining balance account managed through your Torero ID card. You may use it on campus and at several off-campus eateries and retail shops. Load it onto your card via the Campus Card website.

To activate your account, all you need to do is make a deposit in any amount you choose. Within minutes, you can use your Torero ID card everywhere Campus Cash is accepted. Purchases are deducted from your account and your remaining balance is instantly displayed. Campus Cash is the safest, fastest and easiest way to obtain the things you need.

Student Advantage USD has partnered with Student Advantage to provide you with a valuable discount service you can now add to your Torero ID Card. While you are required to carry your Torero ID card on campus at all times, providing access to various campus facilities and services, you can also get exclusive discounts of up to 40 percent on everyday purchases at your favorite eateries, online stores and national chains. You can even save on Amtrak and Greyhound fares all year long. Visit the Campus Card website to sign up and start saving today!

Campus Card Services In addition to managing the Torero ID card program, Campus Card can assist you with Campus Cash, meal plans, the Student Advantage savings program and passport photos.

Add a meal plan and/or Dining Dollars to your card via the MySanDiego portal or at Campus Card Services, University Center, Room 127. Add Campus Cash to your card at any time via the Campus Card website.

(619) 260-5999 campuscard@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/campuscard

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Torero Store

Finances and Billing

The Torero Store is a one-stop shop for all of your course materials, technology, Torero gear and apparel!

A custom T-shirt printing machine is available. For your convenience, course materials and computers may be charged to your student account.

The first bill from USD is sent in August, with a payment due date of Aug. 28, 2019. It will reflect all charges for tuition, fees, meal plans and housing, as well as all credits, such as financial aid or scholarships. You will be able to access your bill, make a payment and sign up for a payment plan, all from your MySanDiego portal.

Payments can also be made in person at the One Stop Student Center on campus using check, money order or cashier’s check. Cash payments are accepted at the Cashier’s Office location in the Hughes Administration Center, Room 211.

Textbook Ordering and Pickup Get the right textbooks, selected by USD faculty, at a fair price. Pre-order your books by Aug. 26 from the Torero Store website. Consider renting your books for the best price. Textbook pickup begins Aug. 31.

Torero-Ready Laptop Program Torero-Ready computer packages have been developed specifically to help you get the right computer and support services for your needs. Created from years of experience serving the USD community, the package provides you with the perfect college computer solution and includes an Apple, Dell or MSI laptop, software, support, accessories and more.

We provide you with USD student discounts to ensure that you’re getting the best products at the best prices.

View complete details on our website to see how you can save by purchasing a Torero-Ready package. usdtorerostores.com

One Stop Student Center The One Stop Student Center, located in Hahn University Center, Room 126, is staffed by specially trained counselors to help you with all questions related to financial aid, billing and payment, and registration. u To see a One Stop counselor: • Text univsandiego to (619) 356-2275 or call (619) 260-2700 or • Email onestop@sandiego.edu.

Detailed information and video tutorials are available on the One Stop website.

(619) 260-2700 onestop@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/onestop

Parking A valid USD parking permit must be displayed at all times while parked on campus. For rules and regulations, pricing and to purchase your parking permit, please go to the Office of Parking Services website.

Student permit categories are as follows: • Carpool/motorcycle • Commuter • Resident • Fringe (not available to resident students) parking@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/parking

Campus Recreation USD Campus Recreation offers a variety of fitness, wellness and adventure opportunities that integrate habits promoting health in mind, body and spirit. u For a full list of opportunities and facilities: • Go to sandiego.edu/campusrecreation.

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Career Development Center

Military and Veterans Program

The Career Development Center, located in Manchester Hall, Room 101, supports students in developing and achieving career goals that lead to meaningful lives.

The USD Military and Veterans Program is located in the Hahn University Center, Room 225. The program provides services to all USD military-connected students, veterans and dependents.

The center teaches students how to articulate their strengths through: • Career counseling appointments • Career Readiness programs • Summer internships The center provides opportunities to build professional networks through: • Torero Employer and Alumni Mentoring (T.E.A.M.) • Fairs and employer events • On-campus interviews The center guides students as they explore majors and define purposeful career paths through: • Career assessments • Torero Treks • Personal career plans

Handshake Handshake is a one-stop online portal for students to: • Apply for on-campus interviews or Torero Treks.

• Schedule an appointment to meet with a career counselor.

• Register for an event.

• See which organizations will be at a career fair.

• Stay up-to-date on the latest job and internship postings.

• Add a resume to the Resume Books and access career resources. u To access Handshake portal: • Go to sandiego.edu/careers/handshake.

• Log in with your USDOne credentials. u To learn more about Undergraduate services, programs and events: • Go to sandiego.edu/careers.

• Click on Undergrad. u To learn more about the Career Development Center: • Call (619) 260-4654 or • Go to careers@sandiego.edu.

The center provides: • Free coffee, computers, printing, a lounge area, a quiet study room and textbook checkouts.

• A full-time certifying official who can answer questions on VA educational benefits and certify each semester.

• Connections to scholarship opportunities, professional and social events, resources and community organizations. u To learn more about the program and services: • Go to sandiego.edu/military.

Military Benefits The University of San Diego Military and Veterans Program is excited to process education benefits from the Veterans Administration (VA) such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Admitted and continuing students using VA education benefits should submit the Request to Certify form to have their education benefits processed each semester. u To receive your education benefits: • Apply with the VA or submit a Change of Program Form.

–– Go to va.gov/education/apply-for-educationbenefits/application/1995/introduction.

• Fill out the VA benefit form for the term in which you are registered for classes.

–– If you are a new student, attach your Certificate of Eligibility to the form for USD. • The Financial Aid office will post either VA Post9/11 or USD Yellow Ribbon scholarships on student accounts at the beginning of each term. Other financial aid awards will be adjusted accordingly.

Each student’s award is unique and financial aid packages will be recalculated according to multiple policies for different sources of funding. Students should consult with Financial Aid directly once their financial aid package has been adjusted.

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Student Support Services

LGBTQ+ and Allies Commons

Student Support Services, located in University Center, Room 113 is jointly funded by the U.S. Department of Education and the University of San Diego to serve eligible undergraduates at USD. The program provides opportunities for academic development, assists with college requirements and serves to retain and motivate students toward the successful completion of their postsecondary education at USD.

The LGBTQ+ and Allies Commons is located in Student Life Pavilion, Room 424. We exist to raise awareness, develop community, and advocate for equitable services and a safe environment for all students. We host a variety of programs for the campus community to explore LGBTQ culture, social issues and intersectional identities. The space is also used for multiple support groups and identity-specific gatherings.

To be eligible, you must be a USD student who is one or more of the following:

u For more resources or to get involved: • Email lgbtq@sandiego.edu or • Go to sandiego.edu/lgbtq.

• Low income (as determined by Federal Income Guidelines) • First generation (an individual both of whose parents or whose only support parent did not complete a baccalaureate degree) • Students with disabilities (students who have a documented disability and are registered with USD’s Disability Services) • Underrepresented population (as determined by USD) u To submit an application: • Email sss@sandiego.edu, • Call 619-260-4264 or • Go to sandiego.edu/sss.

Black Student Resource Commons The Black Student Resource Commons (BSRC), which is located in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 410, enhances and increases student success and retention by building community engagement, facilitating identity development and supporting students’ college experiences. The BSRC supports the academic, social and personal goals of all black students at the University of San Diego. u For more resources or to get involved: • Go to sandiego.edu/bsrc.

First-Generation Students First-generation students will find that many faculty members and staff on campus are also the first in their family to attend college. First-generation student programming is offered throughout the academic year. The Community and Leadership Development area in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 301 is the hub for activities and resources. u For more resources or to get involved: • Go to sandiego.edu/first-gen.

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United Front Multicultural Commons The United Front Multicultural Commons (UFMC), which is located in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 418, engages the University of San Diego community in exploring and affirming the unique identity of each person. The UFMC fosters an environment where student leaders feel empowered to become change agents for social justice and builds relationships with faculty, staff, students and community members to develop a foundation that honors and values diversity.

Additionally, the UFMC hosts many student-centered programs including dialogue series, discussions, retreats, celebrations and much more. u For more resources or to get involved: • Go to sandiego.edu/united-front.

Women’s Commons The Women’s Commons, which is located in the Student Life Pavilion, Room 420, provides resources and engages all students in educational dialogue around genderrelated issues. Students are invited to explore their multiple and intersecting identities through a feminist lens while creating positive social change at USD. The Women’s Commons advocates for a safe, supportive campus environment that creates equity among all voices.

Opportunities for involvement range from discussion groups to leadership retreats to salary negotiation workshops. u For more resources or to get involved: • Go to sandiego.edu/womens-commons.

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