2014 - 15 New Torero Family Calendar
The Office of Parent Relations Welcomes You! Meet our team! We’re here to help! As a Torero parent and new member of the USD community, it is our goal that you are aware of the services our office provides.
• PARENT RELATIONS WEBSITE: Learn about our services and opportunities to volunteer. Visit www.sandiego.edu/parents to read about our monthly e-newsletter, on-campus and regional events, parent ambassador program, Facebook page and more. • PARENT MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER: Each month, the newsletter will arrive in your email inbox addressing current USD news and events. • REGIONAL EVENTS: We sponsor events in or near your hometown. Summer Send-Off receptions are signature events involving the participation of USD families. • PARENT AMBASSADOR PROGRAM: Become a USD Parent Ambassador to volunteer your time with on-campus and regional events such as OLE! Weekend, Homecoming and Family Weekend, Grandparents’ Weekend, and various admission activities.
From left to right: Karina Viaud ‘02 Ed.D., Assistant Director; Renda Quinn ‘86, Director; Regina Griffing ‘12, Executive Assistant
STAY IN TOUCH WITH WHAT’S GOING ON AT USD
• USD PARENTS FACEBOOK FAN PAGE: Stay connected and become a fan of the USD Parents Facebook page at www.facebook.com/USDParents www.facebook.com/USDParents www.sandiego.edu/parents
Stay up-to-date with our e-newsletter!
Morena Storage is the preferred storage facility located conveniently down the hill from USD. We have been locally owned and operated since 1989. We offer a truck and helper at no cost to assist our customers with their move-in. We are clean, safe and make your transition easy. You will always be offered free bottled waters, coffee and tea on every visit. USD students are eligible for our free box kit upon move-in. Please call us today at (619) 299-4444 or come see us under the flag at 908 Sherman Street, San Diego, CA 92110. www.MorenaStorage.com
Visiting San Diego Bartell Hotels University of San Diego formed a partnership with Bartell Hotels. Richard Bartell, a School of Law alumnus, opened the doors of his seven premier hotels to the USD community. The USD-Bartell Hotels partnership means you receive a special rate when you book your stay at one of the conveniently located Bartell Hotels in San Diego. A portion of the room cost comes back to USD to support student scholarships, promote university events and marketing efforts, and create community awareness about the partnership.
“We’re opening our doors to you and contributing to USD every time you visit.” — Richard Bartell ’75 School of Law
To take advantage of these special rates and USD family amenities, visit http://www.usdpartnership.com or call (800) 345-9995 to book your stay at any of the Bartell Hotels.
Pacific Terrace Hotel, Sheraton La Jolla, The Dana on Mission Bay, The Days Hotel – Hotel Circle SeaWorld, Holiday Inn San Diego Bayside, Best Western Plus Island Palms Hotel and Marina, Humphreys Half Moon Inn and Suites
http://www.usdpartnership.com • (800) 345-9995
USD students in Camino Founders Courtyard
Want to meet other USD families and students this summer? Sign up today to attend a Summer Send-Off reception in a city near you. www.sandiego.edu/parents
Interested in viewing your student’s records?
Tune in to the Parent Webinar
Through the MySanDiego portal your student can grant you access to view their records on your personalized MyUSDStudent portal. http://my.sandiego.edu
Watch the Parent Webinar “Supporting Your Student in the College Transition” July 29. www.sandiego.edu/parents
JULY 2014
INDEPENDENCE DAY (offices closed)
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USD Wine Classic
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Parents’ Webinar: “Supporting Your Student in the College Transition” www.sandiego. edu/parents
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First day to cancel housing in writing without incurring additional fees
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Sign up for a Summer Send-Off near you! www.sandiego.edu/parents
WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
Spirited Toreros with Diego at a Torero football game
Healthy choices begin now! All first-year students are required to complete the two-part MyStudentBody alcohol education survey. Part One begins July 23, and is due Aug. 17.
Does your student need wellness assistance? If your student has an on-going psychological or health condition, or your student has a documented disability requesting accommodations, contact the appropriate wellness unit prior to arriving on campus. www.sandiego.edu/wellness
USD Health Insurance By Aug. 22, actively enroll in the USD Health Insurance Plan or provide proof of insurance to waive enrollment. www.sandiego.edu/healthinsurance
AUGUST 2014
Attend OLÉ! Weekend (Orientation Launch Events) Whether you are a parent/guardian to a first-year student or transfer student living on campus or commuting from home, OLÉ! Weekend provides you and your student an amazing USD orientation experience.
www.sandiego.edu/orientation
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“Get Excited” webinar for new students www.sandiego. edu/orientation
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Deadline to complete Part One of MyStudentBody
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Deadline to send required immunizations to USD
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Deadline to actively enroll in the USD Health Insurance Plan or provide proof of insurance to waive enrollment
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Final registration/ fee payment without penalty
Late registration fee begins
OLÉ! WEEKEND
New Student Move-In and Parent Orientation
OLÉ! WEEKEND
Mass of Welcome
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WWW.SANDIEGO.EDU/PARENTS
(619) 260-4808
WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
OLÉ! Weekend Welcome Team 2013
Is your student homesick? Encourage your student to get involved on campus, and talk with his or her resident assistant, preceptorial assistant or resident minister.
So much to do, where to start?
Transitioning to USD!
The campus is full of activities and opportunities to meet students. Welcome Week, Sept. 3-14, is a great way to engage in on-campus events and activities. Attend AlcalĂĄ Bazaar, Sept. 9, to preview opportunities. www.sandiego.edu/slic
Your student may undergo an emotional roller coaster as he or she transitions into college life. The W-Curve helps put into perspective a student’s transition into this new environment. www.sandiego.edu/parents
SEPTEMBER
2014
First day to use meal plan
LABOR DAY (offices closed; no classes)
Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
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Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.
Look for the Parent e-Newsletter
Fall Semester classes begin
OLÉ! WEEKEND
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Mass of the Holy Spirit
Fall Alcalá Bazaar
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Last day to enroll in classes and drop a class without a ‘W’
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T.H.I.N.K. WEEK SPONSORED BY THE UNITED FRONT MULTICULTURAL CENTER Career Services and Internship Fair
14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ROSH HASHANAH Meet the Firm: Accounting Career Fair
GREATER THAN YOURSELF RETREAT
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Changemaker FEST Kick-Off
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Student volunteer opportunities
Go Toreros!
The Center for Service-Learning offers many volunteer opportunities and ways for students to get involved in the community. www.sandiego.edu/csl
Fall sports begin this month. Check out the schedules for volleyball, football, soccer, tennis, golf and cross country. www.USDtoreros.com
(619) 260-4808
WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
Toreros take to the gridiron!
Making healthy choices All first-year students are required to complete Part Two of the MyStudentBody alcohol education survey. Part Two is available 60 days after the student’s completion of Part One and is due Oct. 22.
Never too early to start your career plan
Show how much you care!
Visit Career Services to get information and map out your career path.
A variety of care packages are available through USD’s Torero Store. www.usdtorerostores.com
www.sandiego.edu/careers
OCTOBER
2014 Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
“Get involved!”
YOM KIPPUR
This is probably the best advice you can give. Encourage your student to get connected to the USD community by joining a club or organization. www.sandiego.edu/slic
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Graduate School Fair
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Career Services: Majors Fair
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Fall Holiday (no classes)
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(619) 260-4808
WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
Camping trip with Outdoor Adventures on Mount San Jacinto
Staying on campus for Thanksgiving? Students must confer with their resident assistant about plans to stay on campus during the Thanksgiving break. International students are encouraged to consult with the International Center for suggestions on how to spend the holiday break.
Midterms already? Students can receive tutoring, coaching or extra help by stopping by the Center for Student Success. Visiting professors and gathering classmates for study groups also help when preparing for midterm exams. www.sandiego.edu/usdcss
Time to register for spring courses! Students will meet with their preceptors or academic advisors to prepare for class registration for the spring semester.
NOVEMBER
2014
Going home for the holidays Want to buy that plane ticket home for the holidays? Not so fast! Students must follow the December final exams schedule prior to making plans to travel home.
www.sandiego.edu/academiccalendar
Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.
Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
Class reservation begins for spring semester
Alumni Event: Networking with the Pros
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UNIVERSITY MINISTRY SEARCH RETREAT
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Multicultural Night
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Thanksgiving Dinner
SEARCH RETREAT
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THANKSGIVING DAY
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Founders Chapel Candlelight Mass
Time for parents and families to get involved! Now that you have one semester of USD experience, it’s time to join the Parent Ambassador Program. www.sandiego.edu/parents
Time for finals!
Care packages wanted!
Students are preparing for final exams, so anxiety and stress can be high. The Center for Health and Wellness Promotion is a great place to learn strategies to stay stress-free. www.sandiego.edu/chwp
Send your student a “good luck with final exams” care package! www.usdtorerostores.com
DECEMBER
2014 Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
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Finals Feeding Frenzy
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Study Days Candlelight Mass Founders Chapel
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Last day of classes
Alumni Christmas Mass
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Last day to use meal plan
HANUKKAH BEGINS
Study Days
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CHRISTMAS DAY
KWANZAA BEGINS
HANUKKAH ENDS
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(619) 260-4808
WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
USD student giving back to the community
How did your student fare this past semester? Learn about the first-year experience at www.sandiego.edu/fye and about transfer student support at www.sandiego.edu/ usdcss/programs/transfer.php to understand your student’s journey at USD.
It’s Greek Life season! Sorority recruitment begins this month and fraternity recruitment begins next month. www.sandiego.edu/greeklife Sorority: Jan. 20-25 Fraternity: Feb. 10-17
Grandparents’ Weekend at USD Look online for details about next month’s event. www.sandiego.edu/parents
JANUARY 2015
~ Offices Closed ~
Start researching
NEW YEAR’S DAY
internships for
KWANZAA ENDS
the summer! sandiego.edu/
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Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.
Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. HOLIDAY (offices closed)
NEW TRANSFER STUDENT ORIENTATION Final registration/ fee payment without penalty Spring Parent and Family Orientation
Late registration fee begins Residents move-in for spring semester beginning at 10 a.m.
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Spring Semester classes begin
All Faith Service
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WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
Grandparents’ Weekend 2014
Start the semester strong!
It’s time to sign up for housing!
Applying for financial aid
Meeting with faculty, sharpening study skills, reading course syllabi and managing time enable your student to plan for a strong spring semester.
Sign-ups to live on campus during the 2015-16 academic year start now and continue until March. www.sandiego.edu/residentiallife
It’s never too early to apply for financial aid for the 2015-16 academic year! www.sandiego.edu/financialaid
FEBRUARY 2015
So much more to do this semester!
Apply for student leadership positions www.sandiego.edu/associatedstudents
A FEW OPPORTUNITIES YOUR STUDENT CAN EXPLORE:
Spend Spring Break with Outdoor Adventures www.sandiego.edu/oa
Learn about what it takes to study abroad www.sandiego.edu/international/study_abroad
Learn about the Multicultural Center www.sandiego.edu/unitedfront
Spring Alcalá Bazaar
Financial aid applications for summer sessions 2015 available
Mass for Peace is every Wednesday Last day to enroll in classes and drop a class without a ‘W’
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Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.
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ASH WEDNESDAY
CHINESE NEW YEAR
(Classes in session)
MEN’S LEADERSHIP RETREAT EMPOWER WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP RETREAT
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MEN’S RETREAT WOMEN’S RETREAT
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WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
Diego the Torero is ready for March Madness!
Be safe during Spring Break! The Department of Public Safety is always available for assistance with emergency and non-emergency situations. For information, call (619) 260-7777. www.sandiego.edu/safety
How will your student spend the summer? Explore summer jobs, make plans to study abroad and consider taking a class during summer sessions. www.sandiego.edu/careers, www.sandiego.edu/studyabroad, www.sandiego.edu/special_sessions
March Madness! Catch a Torero basketball game! www.usdtoreros.com
MARCH 2015
Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 7 and 9 p.m.
Priority deadline for USD financial aid/FAFSA applications for 2015-16
Spring Holiday
PURIM Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
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ST. PATRICK’S DAY
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Changemaker Summer Fellows Application Deadline
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Student Alumni Association Etiquette Luncheon
Residents must move out by noon unless approved and paying for Spring Break housing
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USD families partner with Rebuilding Together for a community service project
Be Blue, Go Green!
Spring is in the air! It’s time for students to enjoy outdoor activities!
Celebrate Earth Day and learn about USD’s sustainability efforts. www.sandiego.edu/gogreen
Outdoor Adventures www.sandiego.edu/oa
Torero Baseball and Softball www.USDtoreros.com
Campus Recreation www.sandiego.edu/campusrecreation
City of San Diego http://365sandiego.com
APRIL
2015 ~ Spring Break (no classes) ~ Mass for Peace is every Wednesday
GOOD FRIDAY (offices closed)
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EASTER Residents may return to their rooms starting at 10 a.m.
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UNIVERSITY MINISTRY SEARCH RETREAT
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Take a Torero to Lunch
CHANGEMAKER CHALLENGE EARTH DAY
CHANGEMAKER ASHOKA U STUDENT LEADERS SUMMIT
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Check out our Facebook page regularly to maximize your connection to USD.
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Family Celebration, USD Commencement Ceremony
Thinking about the next academic year?
Too many things going on at the same time?
Check out key dates and details on the academic calendar. www.sandiego.edu/academiccalendar
Students can better manage multiple demands by meeting with their advisors, talking with their resident assistants, and exploring healthy choices from the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion. www.sandiego.edu/wellness
The Torero Store has a great selection of care packages. Purchase a “good luck with finals week� care package for your student! www.usdtorerostores.com
MAY 2015
Celebrate your student’s successes!
Does your student need a summer job?
Congratulate them for a job well done and for making it through their first year at USD.
Career Services can help with their job search. www.sandiego.edu/careers
CINCO DE MAYO
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Diversity Banquet
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~ Final Examinations ~
Study Days
Last day of classes
Finals Feeding Frenzy
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Candlelight Mass at Founders Chapel
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MEMORIAL DAY (offices closed)
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Jacarandas in full bloom in front of the Immaculata Church
Enjoy the summer and your student’s homecoming Your student is home for the summer months. Listen as they reflect on the past year, noting accomplishments and challenges as well as balancing both old and new friendships. Encourage your student to take advantage of
opportunities next year. Students who remain connected to programs, resources and groups designed to enhance learning will be off to a great second year at USD. This is also an ideal time for parents and families to consider getting
involved with the campus by joining the Parent Ambassador Program, where you can volunteer with various on- and offcampus events, even from the comfort of your home. Visit the Office of Parent Relations at www.sandiego.edu/parents.
JUNE 2015
First day of summer sessions
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Supporting student
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scholarships
www.usdwineclassic.com
(619) 260-4808
WWW.USDTOREROS.COM
www.sandiego.edu/parents www.facebook.com/USDParents