University of San Diego Transfer Fall Orientation September 1 – 4, 2018
Find
Find out about the history, mission and core values that make USD a unique place.
Meet
Meet your fan club — the student leaders, faculty and staff here to support you as a new transfer student this semester and beyond.
Connect
Find your place. Learn about how you can get involved in the Torero community and connect with other new transfers and continuing students.
Learn
Learn the ropes. Receive essential information about requirements, resources and campus departments to ensure you have a great start at USD.
Your TLC and TSA
In your first semester at USD, you will be part of a Transfer Learning Community (TLC). Built around the theme Engage, your TLC will ensure you have peak academic and social experiences while at USD! Your Transfer Scholastic Assistant (TSA) serves as a liaison between you and TLC faculty and collaborates closely with various departments across campus to put on co-curricular programming. Follow us on Instagram to see what’s new in the Engage TLC!
Get settled and explore campus.
Campus Card Services
Hahn University Center (UC), Room 127 Saturday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Torero ID card: If you uploaded a photo over the summer, you will receive your Torero ID card when you move into your residence hall. Commuters and students who did not upload a photo may get their Torero ID card at Campus Card Services.
Mail Center Move-In Pickup
Mail Center at Maher Annex Saturday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sunday, 1 – 4 p.m.
If you are living on campus, visit the Mail Center to pick up any packages sent to your university address prior to your arrival. After 4 p.m. on Saturday, you will be able to pick up the following week, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. The Mail Center will be closed on Labor Day.
One Stop Student Center
Hahn University Center (UC), Room 126 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.
USD Torero Store
U.S. Bank
Hahn University Center (UC), Room 125 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.
Various locations and times
Hahn University Center (UC) Saturday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. Monday, 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Textbook pickup until 9 p.m.) Visit the USD Torero Store to buy your books, supplies, technology and USD apparel. If you ordered your textbooks online, your order will be available for pickup during normal business hours. You must show your email confirmation of the order for pickup.
ITS Help Desk
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.
Parking Services
Hahn University Center (UC), Room 102 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. starting Tuesday, Sept. 4
Students will need parking permits to park on campus starting Tuesday, Sept. 4. Parking permits are available for purchase at sandiego.edu/parking.
Tram Service
Various locations and times
Tram service will be offered throughout Transfer Fall Orientation. See back cover for map with tram stop locations and more information.
MySDMobile MySDMobile app lets you check out the Transfer Fall Orientation schedule, USD map, your course schedule, grades and campus events all in one place. You can also check how far away a tram is from your stop in the live tram map. Download for free through the iTunes Store or Google Play.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Move-In Day
9 a.m. – noon
4 – 5 p.m.
Assigned residence hall
Hahn University Center (UC)
Get your Transfer Fall Orientation materials, then unpack, get settled into your room and meet your hallmates.
These meetings are mandatory for all transfer students living on campus. Residence hall expectations and resources will be reviewed. Locations vary by residential area; see below for directions.
Resident Transfer Student Move-In and Transfer Fall Orientation Check-In
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Lunch*
Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Pavilion Dining Lunch is available for new resident students and their family members on campus. New resident students eat for free at Pavilion Dining in the Student Life Pavilion (SLP) with their name tag. Noon – 4 p.m.
Get Settled and Explore Campus* Around campus Use your free time today to take care of remaining errands. Review the list on the foldout for places that students commonly visit during their first few days on campus.
Welcome to your new home! All events today are for resident students (students living on campus) and their families only.
Transfer Student Move-in and Arrival Guide Refer to the guide you received from Residential Life for detailed information about moving into your residential area.
Resident Transfer Student Community Meeting
• San Buenaventura residents: UC Forum A • Manchester Village Apartments, University Terrace Apartments, Presidio Terrace Apartments residents: UC Forum B • Alcalá Vista Apartments residents: UC Forum C 4:30 – 7 p.m.
USD Athletics Tailgate* Fowler Park Come join USD Athletics for an evening of fun, games, community and school spirit! Following the tailgate, we will attend the USD Women’s Volleyball match versus Baylor. New students will not need to purchase tickets. Your lanyard and name tag will serve as your ticket. Parents, family members and guests will purchase tickets through the Office of Parent and Family Relations. 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!
*Optional session. All other sessions are mandatory.
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 Fall Orientation Day One
9 – 10:45 a.m.
2:30 – 2:45 p.m.
Resident Transfer Student Breakfast*
Introduction to Your TLC Theme
Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Pavilion Dining 10:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rotunda
Learn how to address today’s urgent challenges and be a Changemaker by actively participating in your Engage theme. Hear about the semester ahead from Marco Zgliczynski, transfer chair.
Commuter Transfer Fall Orientation Check-In
If you are not living on campus, check in anytime between these hours to receive your Transfer Fall Orientation materials. 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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 Mass, families will have the opportunity to take part in the USD tradition of blessing their students as they begin their college experience. 12:45 – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch with Your TLC Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Garden of the Sea Share a meal with other new transfer students who will be in your Transfer Learning Community (TLC). 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Transfer Fall Convocation Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Theatre Transfer Convocation is your official welcome to the academic community of USD. Hear from USD’s president, James T. Harris III, DEd, and Associated Students President Natasha Salgado about what it means to be a Torero at USD.
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Theatre
2:45 – 3:30 p.m.
Meet Your TSA Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ) and Mother Rosalie Hill Hall (MRH), Various Rooms Transfer Scholastic Assistants (TSAs) act as mentors for transfer students, helping with both social and academic transitions. Get to know your TSA and the other new transfer students in your TLC course. 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Student Life and On-Campus Resources Panel Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Theatre Hear straight from other transfer students how they found their place and community at USD, and the resources they found most helpful in their transition. 5:30 – 8 p.m.
Discover San Diego Dinner Series* Presented by Associated Students Meet in front of the Hahn University Center (UC) on Torero Way Enjoy an evening out and about in San Diego with other new and continuing transfer students! Share a meal at a locally owned and operated restaurant that has prepared a special menu just for you, and explore one of San Diego’s unique neighborhoods. There is no additional cost to attend this dinner, but an RSVP in advance is required.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Fall Orientation Day Two
7 – 9 a.m.
3:15 – 5 p.m.
Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Pavilion Dining
University Center (UC) Parking Lot
9 – 10:30 a.m.
Come join Women’s Commons and USD’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and ally community to celebrate our multiple identities. Join us for informal conversations, activities and sweet treats. However you identify, everyone is welcome!
Resident Transfer Student Breakfast*
Changemaking Starts Here: My Story Jenny Craig Pavilion (JCP) Changemaking is not just a word, but a practice. Spend a morning engaging in community, and learn about USD’s commitment to inclusion, diversity and social justice.
LGBTQ+ and Allies Ice Cream Social*
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Dive into Changemaking*
10:50 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rooms A-B
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Rotunda
Join the Changemaker Hub and the Mulvaney Center for a brief overview of social change and social innovation opportunities on and off campus.
Community Values and Student Code
Learn what it means to be a USD student, and the expectations of the Torero community. This session will help you consider how to navigate challenges students typically encounter in the college journey.
3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Accounting and Finance Majors Special Session
12:30 – 1:15 p.m.
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Room E
Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Garden of the Sea
This meeting is for new transfer students majoring in accounting or finance or interested in the accounting or finance professions.
Lunch with Your TSA/TLC Classmates
1:15 – 2:30 p.m.
College-Specific Academic Orientation Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ), Theatre Hear about the value of a liberal arts education, learn the nuts, bolts and requirements of your college/ major. Sessions will break out according to schools. 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Meet ‘n Sweets Student Social*
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Find Your Classes Campus Tour* Meet in front of the Joan B. Kroc Institute for Peace and Justice (KIPJ) 5:45 – 7 p.m.
Resident Transfer Student Dinner* Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Pavilion Dining 7:30 – 10 p.m.
Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Third Floor Courtyard
Taste of TPB*
Desserts hosted by Black Student Resource Commons, Student Support Services, United Front Multicultural Commons and LGBTQ+ at USD.
Presented by Torero Program Board Various locations along Torero Way, from the Student Life Pavilion (SLP) to Aromas (in Maher Hall)
Students of color, first-generation students, undocumented students, and students who identify as LGBTQ+ or allies are invited to attend this social.
The night will feature multiple events and activities, including an open mic event, games, snacks and more!
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Special Sessions/Free Day
7 – 9 a.m.
Resident Transfer Student Breakfast*
Your Free Time Use this time to prepare for your first day of classes, take care of any remaining on-campus errands or spend time with new friends!
Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Pavilion Dining 9 – 10 a.m.
Veteran Transfer Student Orientation Hahn University Center (UC), Room 225
This week, don’t forget to:
This meeting is required if you are a veteran student or using VA benefits.
• Purchase your parking permit • Visit Copley Library and connect with your personal librarian • Order your textbooks • Stop by the Commuter Commons to see what resources they offer to commuter students • Load campus cash onto your ID via the MySanDiego portal
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Resident Transfer Student Lunch* Student Life Pavilion (SLP), Pavilion Dining This is the last meal of Transfer Fall Orientation. If you have purchased an on-campus meal plan, you can begin using it this evening at dinner.
Upcoming Events Welcome Week / Sept. 4-11
Federal Work Study Job Fair
• Campus Barbecue Tuesday, Sept. 4 • TPB Concert Thursday, Sept. 6 • Soccer Tailgate Friday, Sept. 7 • Night Pool Party Saturday, Sept. 8 • Food Truck Festival Sunday, Sept. 9 • Mass Sunday, Sept. 9 • Trivia Night Monday, Sept. 10 • Alcalá Bazaar Tuesday, Sept. 11
Thursday, Sept. 6, noon – 2 p.m. Hahn University Center (UC), Forums A and B
Engage Day at the Bay Saturday, Sept. 8, 2 – 5 p.m. Mission Beach RSVP required.
Mass of the Holy Spirit Thursday, Sept. 13, 12:15 p.m. The Immaculata
Transfer Campout Sept. 21-23 Laguna Mountains RSVP required.
Homecoming and Family Weekend Oct. 11-14
A special thanks to all the student leaders, student organizations, staff, faculty, committees and departments for their invaluable support of Transfer Fall Orientation 2018!
HAHN UNIVERSITY CENTER (UC)
MISSIONS APARTMENTS
• One Stop Student Center • Campus Card Services • U.S. Bank • Forums A-C
• San Buenaventura • San Antonio de Padua
MOTHER ROSALIE HILL HALL (MRH)
• Parking Services • La Gran Terraza • USD Torero Store • ITS
MAHER HALL • Salomon Hall
• Warren Auditorium
MAHER ANNEX • Mail Center
MANCHESTER VILLAGE APARTMENTS
STUDENT LIFE PAVILION (SLP) • Pavilion Dining • Tu Mercado • Courtyard
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JOAN B. KROC INSTITUTE FOR PEACE AND JUSTICE (KIPJ) • KIPJ Theatre and Rotunda • Garden of the Sea • Garden of the Sky
PRESIDIO TERRACE APARTMENTS
SERRA HALL • Student Wellness
JENNY CRAIG PAVILION (JCP) ALCALÁ VISTA APARTMENTS
UNIVERSITY TERRACE APARTMENTS
BREATHE EASY. USD IS A SMOKING AND TOBACCOFREE CAMPUS. www.sandiego.edu/smokefree
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 Transfer Fall Orientation. Detailed tram schedules and route information will be posted at each tram stop.