University of San Diego Parent and Family Orientation Program 2018

University of San Diego

Parent and Family Orientation September 2018

Welcome, parents and families!

The University of San Diego welcomes parents and families of first-year and transfer students! We are pleased your student decided to attend USD and we are committed to supporting you. If you have any questions during the weekend, don’t hesitate to reach out to our wonderful Parent and Family Relations team, parent ambassadors and alumni volunteers stationed throughout campus.

Since there are different events held for the parents and families of first-year students and transfer students, be sure to navigate this program according to what best applies to you and your family.

Get settled and explore campus.

See page 1.

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Campus Card Services

Hahn University Center (UC), Room 127 Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

If your student uploaded a headshot over the summer, he/she will receive his/her Torero ID card at move-in. Commuters and students who did not upload a photo may get their Torero ID card at Campus Card Services.

Mail Center Move-In Pickup

Students living on campus may visit the Mail Center Move-In Pickup location to pick up any packages sent to their university address prior to arrival. The Mail Center will be closed on Labor Day.

One Stop Student Center

Hahn University Center (UC), Room 126 Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday, 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

The One Stop Student Center has representatives from Student Accounts, the Office of Financial Aid and the Registrar available to answer your questions.

U.S. Bank

ITS Help Desk

Various locations and times

Hahn University Center (UC) Friday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Monday, 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Textbook pickup until 9 p.m.)

Mission Crossroads Tent Friday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Visit the USD Torero Store to buy books, supplies, technology and USD apparel. Textbooks ordered online will be available for pickup during normal business hours.

In front of Hahn University Center (UC) Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Visit the Parking Services table for assistance with parking permits and questions about parking.

Parking permits are available for purchase online at sandiego.edu/parking.

Various locations and times

Mission Crossroads, Camino/Founders and Maher Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Hahn University Center (UC), Room 117 Saturday – Sunday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Alcalá Vista Apartments, Manchester Village Apartments and Mission Crossroads Monday, noon – 4 p.m.

Tram Service

Parking Services

Hahn University Center (UC), Room 125 Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Visit the on-campus U.S. Bank branch to open an account or ask your banking questions. ATMs are located at the Hahn University Center and the Jenny Craig Pavilion.

USD Torero Store

Mail Center at Maher Annex Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Sunday, 1 – 4 p.m.

Various locations and times

Tram service will be offered throughout Parent and Family Orientation. See back cover for map with tram stop locations and more information.

MySDMobile sites.sandiego.edu/mobile

Encourage your student to download the free MySDMobile app to check out the orientation schedule, USD map, course schedule, grades, live tram map and campus events all in one place.

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Information Center and Participation Packages

Parent and Family Information Center Various locations and times

The Office of Parent and Family Relations, parent ambassadors and alumni volunteers are available to answer your questions and share helpful tips. You may also purchase any of the weekend packages and drop off your “Note to my Torero” here.

Degheri Alumni Center, Front Courtyard Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Sunday, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rotunda Saturday, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Weekend Package This package includes the following: • Welcome bag with fun spirit items — one bag per family Friday, Aug. 31 • New Student and Family Welcome • President’s Wine’d Down Reception Saturday, Sept. 1 • Parent and Family Breakfast • Conference of Informational Sessions (including snack break) • USD Athletics Tailgate with Dinner • USD Women’s Volleyball vs. Baylor Sunday, Sept. 2

Participation Packages

Events marked with a ticket icon will require proof of registration to attend.

Parents and guests who did not preregister can purchase a participation package at the Parent and Family Information Center.

Prepurchased participation packages may be picked up at the following locations: Families of First-Year Residential Students: Pick up your prepurchased participation package materials at the Parent and Family Check-In area that corresponds to your student’s residence hall on Friday, Aug. 31, between 7 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Families of First-Year Commuter Students: Pick up your prepurchased participation package materials at the Parent and Family Information Center at the Degheri Alumni Center on Friday, Aug. 31 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. or at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice on Saturday, Sept. 1, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Families of New Transfer Students: Pick up your prepurchased participation package materials at the Parent and Family Information Center at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice on Saturday, Sept. 1, between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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• Family Donut Social hosted by student leaders • Mass of Welcome Pricing: Package Option 1 – Over 21 years of age: $75 Package Option 2 – Under 21 years of age: $45

USD Athletics Tailgate Event Ticket This ticket is only for the USD Athletics Tailgate and the USD women’s volleyball game on Saturday, Sept. 1.

If you purchased a Weekend Package, there is no need to purchase a Tailgate Event Ticket.

Pricing: Adult Ticket (13 years and older): $25 Youth Ticket (12 years and younger): $15

FRIDAY, AUGUST 31

First-Year Students and Their Families Only Today’s activities are for first-year students and their families only. If you are moving your new first-year student in this morning, please refer to the Move-In Memo your student received by email for move-in times and more. Don’t forget to visit the Parent and Family Information Center. See page 2 for locations.

7 a.m. – 2 p.m.

First-Year Resident Student Move-In Assigned residence hall Make sure to stop by the Family Check-In table that corresponds to your student’s residence hall to receive your welcome bag and any prepurchased package materials. Note: Family Check-In is separate from Student Check-In. For students who finish moving in early, see page 1.

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Lunch

Lunch is available for new students and their family members on campus. New students eat for free at Pavilion Dining in the Student Life Pavilion (SLP) with their lanyard and name tag. For families looking for additional options, please visit an information table (in front of the SLP and the Paseo de Colachis) for on- and off-campus recommendations.

12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

International New Student and Family Lunch Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Third Floor Courtyard This event is by invitation only.

1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

First-Generation Student and Family Reception Hahn University Center (UC), Forums A, B and C

3 – 4:30 p.m.

Black Student Welcome Reception Hahn University Center (UC), Forums A, B and C This event is by invitation only; an RSVP is not required.

Program to start promptly at 3:30 p.m.

4 – 4:30 p.m.

First-Year Commuter Student Check-In Hahn University Center (UC), Room 119 All first-year commuter students will pick up check-in materials at this time.

Parents of first-year commuter students may check in and pick up prepurchased package materials at the Parent and Family Information Center at the Degheri Alumni Center between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

5 – 6 p.m.

New Student and Family Welcome Jenny Craig Pavilion (JCP) All students, family members and guests are invited to attend this official kickoff to OLÉ! Weekend and be welcomed by USD’s president, James T. Harris III, DEd.

6:15 – 7:30 p.m.

President’s Wine’d Down Reception

Fowler Park

Relax and wind down with other USD parents, key USD administrators, facutly members, Parent Board Presidents Mark ‘83 and Suzanne Tunney, and President James T. Harris III, DEd. Enjoy delicious cheese boards paired with wine or beer.

Nonalcoholic beverages will also be available.

All parents and families are welcome. All persons attending must have a ticket.

This event is by invitation only. Only those who have registered may attend. Casual attire.

Tram service is available. See back cover.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 First-Year and New Transfer Families

Parking for Parent and Family Informational Sessions is available at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice parking structure, West Parking Structure and Olin Hall parking lot on the west side of campus.

If you are moving a transfer student in this morning, please refer to the Move-In Memo your student received by email for move-in times and more. Don’t forget to visit the Parent and Family Information Center. See page 2 for details.

Attend the conference of informational sessions to learn about campus resources, gain insider tips and hear from USD administrators.

See pages 6 and 7 for descriptions and locations.

8 – 9 a.m.

Parent and Family Breakfast Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Garden of the Sky

Come enjoy pastries, breakfast burritos, fruit and more alongside fellow Torero parents in USD’s beautiful Garden of the Sky. This meal is included in the Weekend Package. Your new USD student does not attend this meal.

All parents and families are welcome. All persons attending must have a ticket.

9 a.m. – noon

Resident Transfer Student Move-In and Transfer Fall Orientation Check-In Assigned residence hall Make sure to stop by the Parent and Family Information Center at the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. to pick up your welcome bag and any prepurchased package materials. For students who finish moving in early, see page 1.

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8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Parent and Family Informational Sessions

Various locations and times

8:45 – 9:30 a.m.

Informational Session Set I • Career Development Center Presents: Parents as Partners • Financial Matters • First-Year Experience • Health and Wellness • International Study Abroad • Navigating USD Academics • Navigating USD Academics en Español • Out-of-State Parents – Supporting Your Student From a Distance • Parents of Collegiate Athletes • Parents of First-Generation Students • Safety and Living in San Diego • Student Involvement • USD’s Catholic Identity 9:45 – 10:30 a.m.

Informational Session Set II See pages 6 and 7 for descriptions and locations.

• Campus Services: Books, Meals, Laundry and More • Career Development Center Presents: Parents as Partners • Financial Matters • First-Year Experience • Founders Chapel Tour • Health and Wellness • International Study Abroad • Navigating USD Academics

• Out-of-State Parents – Supporting Your Student From a Distance • Parents of First-Generation Students en Español • Safety and Living in San Diego • Student Involvement • Student Portal, Apps and Technology

Catch a football game!

USD Football vs Western New Mexico 2 p.m. at Torero Stadium Parents will receive ticket vouchers in their packets. Students receive free tickets with an ID card or OLÉ! Weekend lanyard.

10:30 – 11 a.m.

Snack Break Enjoy granola bars, cookies and refreshments.

11 – 11:45 a.m.

Informational Session Set III See pages 6 and 7 for descriptions and locations.

• Campus Services: Books, Meals, Laundry and More • Campus Walking Tour • Career Development Center Presents: Parents as Partners • Commuter Parent Welcome • Financial Matters • Financial Matters en Español • First-Year Experience • From Caretaker to Coach – Your New Supporting Role • Health and Wellness • Safety and Living in San Diego • Student Portal, Apps and Technology • USD’s Catholic Identity Noon – 12:45 p.m.

Informational Session Set IV See pages 6 and 7 for descriptions and locations.

• Campus Walking Tour • Career Development Center Presents: Parents as Partners • Financial Matters • First-Year Experience • First-Year Experience en Español • From Caretaker to Coach – Your New Supporting Role • Health and Wellness • Parents and Students Tell All • Safety and Living in San Diego • Student Portal, Apps and Technology • Transfer Parent Welcome

Tram service is available. See back cover.

12:45 – 4:30 p.m.

Get Settled or Catch a Game Use this time to meet up with your student, put the finishing touches on his/her living space, run errands or explore campus. Or, come see the defending Pioneer Football League champions kick off the 2018 season at home!

4:30 – 7 p.m.

USD Athletics Tailgate Fowler Park

Come join USD Athletics for an evening of fun, games, community and school spirit! Join us as we gear up for the USD women’s volleyball match against Baylor University. A tasty barbecue-style dinner will be served. This event and meal are included in the Weekend Package or in the USD Athletics tailgate event ticket. All family members and guests attending must have a ticket. New USD students do not need tickets to participate. Their lanyard and name tag will serve as their ticket.

7 – 9 p.m.

USD Women’s Volleyball vs.

Baylor University Jenny Craig Pavilion (JCP) Come show off your school spirit as USD women’s volleyball takes on Baylor! It’s sure to be a packed house, so don’t miss out! Tickets will be distributed at the door.

Note: Students will leave directly from this event for more OLÉ! Weekend evening events.

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Parent and Family Informational Sessions Campus Services: Books, Meals, Laundry and More Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rooms A-D Want to learn how to manage life on campus? Attend this session to hear about meals, books, laundry, banking, retail and other services offered at USD.

Campus Walking Tour Meet in front of the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science.

Princeton Review says USD is one of America’s most beautiful campuses. Join us for a campus walking tour led by a student tour guide.

Career Development Center Presents: Parents as Partners Copley Library, Mother Rosalie Hill Reading Room It’s never too early to start thinking about your student’s future career. Parents play a critical role in their student’s college experience and decisions for the future. Join the Career Development Center team to learn about USD’s comprehensive career plan and how you can support your student’s career development throughout his/her time at USD.

Commuter Parent Welcome Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Second-Floor Reading Room Hear from current commuter parents and students.

This is a great opportunity to get advice and mingle.

Financial Matters Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Warren Auditorium En Español: Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Executive Classroom Representatives from One Stop Student Center and Student Accounts will discuss financial responsibilities including the financial aid award and acceptance process, billing statements and tuition payments, how to access the web portal, granting parents online access to student information and details

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about the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Plus, learn valuable tips that you can use to manage college expenses.

First-Year Experience Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Theatre / Live Feed: KIPJ, Rooms E-F En Español: Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Executive Classroom This session is a must for parents and supporters of new first-year students. Learn what your student will encounter in the first year, including Living Learning Communities (LLCs), the core curriculum, residential life, orientation, student support initiatives and more!

Engage in a dialogue with a distinguished panel of USD administrators and student leaders working closely with your student during this time of transition.

Founders Chapel Tour Founders Chapel Guests will take a tour and learn the history of USD’s Founders Chapel with Sister Virginia Rodee ’57, ’74.

From Caretaker to Coach – Your New Supporting Role Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rooms H-I This session will provide you with insights into what your student will experience and how he/she might change over the next year. You will receive tips for transitioning from your student’s caretaker to coach, including strategies for communication and important discussion topics. First-time parents of college students might find this particularly helpful!

Health and Wellness Manchester Hall, Auditorium The university’s wellness team will provide you with information about adjusting to college in a healthy and safe manner. This session will address the important role parents play in helping their student make good choices and the resources available through USD’s Student Wellness area.

International Study Abroad

Parents of First-Generation Students

Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Garden of the Sea

Olin Hall, Room 229 En Español: Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Executive Classroom

USD ranks No. 2 in the nation for the percentage of undergraduate students who study abroad and we pride ourselves on cultivating globally minded citizens. Students have the opportunity to study in more than 35 different countries. Learn about the process and opportunities available.

Navigating USD Academics Camino Hall, Shiley Theatre En Español: Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Executive Classroom College of Arts and Sciences faculty members and administrators will discuss USD’s core curriculum, selecting classes, where to find academic support and ways in which your student can make the most of his/her USD education.

Out-of-State Parents – Supporting Your Student From a Distance Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rooms H-I Supporting your out-of-state college student is an exciting experience that also comes with a unique set of challenges. At this session you will hear from current out-of-state students and parents as you learn about the opportunities and support we have in place for students coming to campus from beyond California.

Parents and Students Tell All Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rooms A-D USD parents and current students share their experiences and the insight they’ve acquired during their journey at USD.

Parents of Collegiate Athletes Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rooms A-D Is your student participating in intercollegiate athletics at USD? Our athletic department will share important information from the student athlete handbook, discuss expectations and outline services and resources available to assist student athletes in maintaining NCAA athletics eligibility.

This session provides beneficial advice and information to families of first-generation students.

Safety and Living in San Diego Session Sets I and II: Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Second-Floor Reading Room Sessions III and IV: Shiley Center for Science and Technology (SCST), Atrium Hear from USD’s Department of Public Safety on the important role parents play in helping their students make good choices regarding personal safety.

Campus emergency procedures, off-campus safety, alcohol and other drug use will be discussed.

Student Involvement Shiley Center for Science and Technology (SCST), Atrium It’s not just about academics! USD offers a variety of ways for students to develop their leadership capacities through involvement. Learn about various opportunities, clubs and organizations at USD and how they can assist in your student’s adjustment, satisfaction and academic success.

Student Portal, Apps and Technology Olin Hall, Room 229 Learn about the resources offered through the student portal, how to utilize specialized USD apps and about technology used in classrooms.

Transfer Parent Welcome Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Second-Floor Reading Room This is a great opportunity to get advice and mingle with transfer parents and transfer student leaders.

USD’s Catholic Identity Session Set I: Founders Chapel Session Set III: Mother Rosalie Hill Hall, Room 127 Learn about USD’s Catholic identity, Catholic intellectual tradition, and how welcoming all students is informed by our Catholic character, including valuing diversity, social justice and structural mercy.

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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 First-Year Students, New Transfers and Their Families

All parents, families and friends are welcome at today’s events, no participation package is required.

Enter campus using the Main Entrance and park in the Mission Parking Structure.

1:30 – 3 p.m.

9:15 – 10:30 a.m.

For those of you who hail from outside of California, come join us for food and community. Meet others who also come from out-of-state and find your community.

Family Donut Social Camino Hall/Founders Hall Patio and Missions B Courtyard Enjoy donuts and coffee before Mass. Families are welcome!

Beyond California Community Welcome Hahn University Center (UC), Forums A, B and C

This event is by invitation only.

Hosted by student leaders.

Save the date!

11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

October 11–14 Homecoming and Family Weekend is a fantastic opportunity to see your student and share in some USD spirit!

Mass of Welcome Jenny Craig Pavilion (JCP) A very special Mass has been prepared to welcome all new students and their families into the USD community. All denominations are welcome and encouraged to attend. At the conclusion of the Mass, families will have the opportunity to take part in the USD tradition of blessing their students as they begin their college experience.

12:30 – 2 p.m.

Network of Sacred Heart Schools Luncheon Jenny Craig Pavilion (JCP), Warren Hospitality Suite

Get Involved.

Contact the Office of Parent and Family Relations or go to the website to learn about on-campus and regional events and the Parent Ambassador Program.

(619) 260-4808 parents@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/parents facebook.com/USDParents

This event is by invitation only. Only those who have registered may attend. Casual attire.

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Tram service is available. See back cover.

JOIN US!

OCTOBER 11-14 Alumni, parents, students, family, faculty, staff, and friends: It’s time to celebrate at USD! Join us for a fantastic weekend for the entire USD community and create new memories with your student! It’s a party for the whole USD family and we can’t wait to see you at this special weekend!

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CAMINO HALL/ FOUNDERS HALL

HAHN UNIVERSITY CENTER (UC)

• Shiley Theatre • Founders Chapel

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• One Stop Student Center • Campus Card Services • U.S. Bank • Forums A, B and C

• Parking Services • La Gran Terraza • USD Torero Store • ITS

MAHER ANNEX

STUDENT LIFE PAVILION (SLP)

• Mother Rosalie Hill Reading Room

MOTHER ROSALIE HILL HALL (MRH)

• Mail Center

MANCHESTER HALL • Auditorium

• Executive Classroom • Second-Floor Reading Room • Warren Auditorium

MANCHESTER FIELD FOWLER PARK

• Pavilion Dining • Tu Mercado • Courtyard

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HAHN SCHOOL OF NURSING AND HEALTH SCIENCE

JENNY CRAIG PAVILION (JCP) • Warren Hospitality Suite

DEGHERI ALUMNI CENTER

HUGHES CENTER • Public Safety

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SHILEY CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (SCST)

SERRA HALL • Student Wellness

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Tram Stops Tram Stop #1 – West Parking Structure Tram Stop #2 – Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice Tram Stop #3 – Mission Parking Structure Tram Stop #4 – Mission Crossroads Tram Stop #5 – Jenny Craig Pavilion Tram Stop #6 – Alcalá Vista Apartments Tram service will be offered throughout Parent and Family Orientation.

Detailed tram schedules and route information will be posted at each tram stop.