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Coach Joe Glenn announces retirement
The MUC Ballroom was packed with students, athletes, colleagues and well-wishers during a press conference Monday announcing the retirement of USD’s head football coach Joe Glenn. After “four great years” with Glenn, Athletic Director David Herbster said during the press conference he is grateful to Glenn for his work during his four year tenure at USD.buy veklury […]
International Education Week exposes students to world cultures
This week, USD students have the opportunity to discover cultures from every corner of the world during International Education Week. Though spearheaded by the Center for Academic and Global Engagement (CAGE), the week’s activities are hosted by several organizations, including the political science department, the National Music Museum, the Center for Diversity & Community, the […]
Student Counseling Center waitlist a common occurrence
With finals just around the corner, there’s a waitlist of students looking to utilize the services of the Student Counseling Center (SCC) at USD. A waitlist isn’t all that uncommon, though. “It’s gotten to be more of the norm,” SCC Coordinator Debra Brockberg said. “I’ve been at the counseling center for six years and I’ve […]
SGA participates in safety walk
After their Nov. 17 meeting, members of the Student Government Association walked around campus with University Police Department officers for a safety walk. Safety walks are a chance for students to bring any concerns regarding safety on campus to the attention of UPD officers. They take note of these suggestions, which are then evaluated by […]
USD officials pleased with brand expansion efforts
USD merchandise has been popping up in more places lately, and the sheer variety of wares is dizzying. The university’s brand can be found emblazoned on glassware, baby items, golf balls, flags, bedding and, of course, the ubiquitous sweaters, hats and t-shirts. Because of a concentrated effort on the part of USD, these and other […]
Criminal justice department unaffected despite general wariness toward police
During the first five months of 2015, around 385 people nationwide were killed in a police shooting, according to an article by The Washington Post. USD criminal justice majors are not deterred, however. “It actually makes me want to continue to pursue this career,” sophomore Nina Revolorio said. “It makes me realize that even though I’m […]
Past, present USD students react to Paris attacks
For Joel Babb, a real estate appraiser and 1973 graduate of USD, Nov. 13 was just another night in Paris. He and his wife were asleep in their Parisian home in the city’s administrative district, located just a few blocks from the Eiffel Tower when they heard sirens. That’s when they got the call from […]
First Diwali celebration held at USD
M ore than 150 people turned out to celebrate the first Diwali at USD on Nov. 13. Diwali, also known as the festival of lights, celebrates the victory of good over evil in the Hinduism and Jainism religions. During USD’s celebration Indian food was served, traditional dances were performed and prizes were also given out. […]
Annual drag show attracts animated crowd
Music, applause and dirty jokes were at the forefront of a USD drag show. Hosted by Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance, the show started shortly after 7 p.m. Thursday evening in the Al Neuharth Media Center. Spectrum President Daniel Keller said this year’s theme was “Throwback Thursday.” “It’s supposed to be vintage from early 2000s […]
USD, SDSU share comparable scholarly statistics
Rivalry grudges and bias aside, USD and SDSU are a lot alike. The two state schools share similar graduation rates, tuition costs and post-graduation salary, according to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard website. In all three of these measures, both USD and SDSU fare slightly better than national averages. USD’s graduation rate is 52 […]