Torero Countdown Handbook 2017-18 by University of San Diego

UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO

TORERO COUNTDOWN HANDBOOK

CLASS OF 2021

TORERO COUNTDOWN CHECKLIST May ¨¨ Claim your USDOne account (page 3). ¨¨ Attend the Torero Countdown webcast (page 5): May 9: “Get Classes: Registration” ¨¨ Complete your First-Year Advising Questionnaire (page 6) available May 15. Must be completed by June 1! ¨¨ Complete the housing application (page 15), available May 16, following completion of the advising questionnaire. Must be completed by June 1!

Welcome to USD!

June ¨¨ Celebrate graduation! Display your Torero gear at graduation parties and on social media. #Torero2021 ¨¨ Send official high school transcript showing graduation date, AP and IB scores, and transcripts of any college work you’ve completed (page 6). ¨¨ Check your MySanDiego portal for any outstanding financial aid requirements (page 4). ¨¨ Purchase your meal plan on or before July 1 (page 26). ¨¨ Complete the required immunization forms and submit to the USD Health Center by July 1 (page 19).

July ¨¨ Check the date of your local Summer Send-Off (page 7). ¨¨ Visit sandiego.edu/health-insurance for information about health insurance requirements for all USD students. Actively enroll in or waive the USD Health Insurance Plan by Aug. 15 (page 18). ¨¨ Attend the Torero Countdown webcast (page 5): July 11: “Get Down to Business: Paying Your Bill, Getting Your Aid and Avoiding Long Lines” ¨¨ Complete FERPA – authorized user process on the portal (page 23). ¨¨ Register any guests who will be attending Parent and Family Orientation during OLÉ! Weekend (page 10).

August ¨¨ Contact your roommates and start connecting. ¨¨ Attend the Torero Countdown webcast (page 5): Aug. 1: “Supporting Your Student’s Transition” ¨¨ Complete Part I of the online course, MyStudentBody Essentials Course by Aug. 21 (page 18). ¨¨ Pay your bill and sign up for a payment plan (page 23). ¨¨ Submit a photo for your Torero ID card (page 24). ¨¨ Pack for move-in day (page 22). ¨¨ Order your course materials (page 25).

This handbook outlines essential information about steps to take before you arrive at USD in September for OLÉ! Weekend and information about your first year as part of the Torero community. We are excited to welcome you on campus this fall and, until then, we encourage you to read through this handbook and start preparing for your arrival. USD-“isms”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

GETTING STARTED USDOne Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 MySDMobile App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 USD Insight App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 MySanDiego Portal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ORIENTATION Webcasts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Get Excited Summer Series. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Getting Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Summer Send-Offs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Summer Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Pre-Orientation Experiences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 OLÉ! Weekend and Parent and Family Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 International Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Commuter Student Experience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE Living Learning Communities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Living Learning Community Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

PREPARING FOR YOUR ARRIVAL Wellness Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Residential Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Finances and Billing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 One Stop Student Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Parking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. . . . . . . . 23 Torero ID Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Campus Card Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Campus Mail. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Torero Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Meal Plans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Dining Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 1

Welcome to USD!

HARRY POTTER ROOM

LLC

Living Learning Community: Your assigned community that unites your preceptorial course and your residential area under a common theme.

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.

TPB

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

SLP

IPJ

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

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 Preceptorial Program.

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.

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.

MISH CAF

Missions Café: Located in the Valley by the Mission Crossroads office, this is a great place to grab a meal or snack.

USD-“ISMS”

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

UFMC

United Front Multicultural Center: 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

SLIC

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.

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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.

Missions A and B, San Buenaventura, SAPs, Valley Field, Mission Crossroads, Missions Café and Fitness Center: Collectively, these residence buildings, amenities and offices located on the east side of campus between the Student Life Pavilion and the Jenny Craig Pavilion are known as the Valley.

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.

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.

GETTING STARTED This section of your Torero Countdown Handbook will help you get started by connecting you to technology you will use throughout your time at USD. Learn about claiming your USDOne account, using your MySanDiego portal, and apps you can download to help you stay connected at USD.

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.

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 Card on the MySDMobile app. sites.sandiego.edu/mobile

u To claim your USDOne account:

• Visit my.sandiego.edu (Do NOT log in to the portal.) • Click the Register/Claim Your USDOne account option under the login 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.

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, time-tracker and more. sites.sandiego.edu/mobile

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

u To learn how to navigate the portal:

• Visit sandiego.edu/onestop • Click on Video Tutorials to watch the following: -- “Getting to Know the MySanDiego Portal” -- “Navigating Financial Aid and the MySanDiego Portal”

ORIENTATION Your orientation experience started the moment you decided to attend USD and continues through the start of classes this fall. Our goal is to make this important transition as easy, informative and fun as possible.

Webcasts

Get Excited Summer Series

During the coming months, we will be hosting three Torero Countdown 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.

Throughout the summer, content will be released to help you get ready to transition to USD! These videos and articles will be presented by current students and contain helpful tips and information about your residence halls, USD acronyms, and more!

u To participate in our virtual summer

Getting Classes

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 9, 6 p.m. “Get Classes: Registration”

• May 9: Participate in the live webcast, “Get Classes: Registration,” to learn all the details about getting your first semester of classes. • May 9 -15: Take language and math placement exams. Visit 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.

-- July 11, 6 p.m. “Get Down to Business: Paying Your Bill, Getting Your Aid and Avoiding Long Lines”

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

-- August 1, 6 p.m. “Supporting Your Student’s Transition” Parent and Family Webcast

• Gather expected or received AP scores or college credits.

Orientation starts with our Torero Countdown: Your Virtual Summer Orientation, a series of virtual activities and events over the summer, and ends with our on-campus OLÉ! Weekend just prior to classes starting. All of these steps are intended to help you and your family learn what to expect at USD.

MISSED THE LIVE WEBCAST? View it at sandiego.edu/firstreg.

• June 1: Deadline to complete and submit the FirstYear Advising Questionnaire. Schedules are built on a first-questionnaire-completed, first-served basis. 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!

• 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.

u To submit the First-Year Advising

• Fall schedules will be released by Aug. 1.

• 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 first-year schedule. u To view your schedule:

Questionnaire:

• Log in to your MySanDiego portal.

• Access to the questionnaire will open on Monday, May 15, at 8 a.m.

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

• 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.

First-Year Registration Office For more information about course registration, review the First-Year Registration website FAQ page or email the First-Year Registration office for other questions. firstreg@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/firstreg Office of Undergraduate Admissions For more information about submitting transcripts and AP scores, call or email the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. (619) 260-4506 admissions@sandiego.edu

Summer Send-Offs This summer, 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 three weeks prior to the event date. • Meet other new USD students and families from your area. • Get the latest information from USD administrators, current students and parents. • Get your questions answered. • Have the chance to win USD spirit gear. Is USD coming to a city near you? A Summer Send-Off reception will be held in these cities: Arizona Phoenix Tucson California East Bay Los Angeles Oakland Orange County Palo Alto Pasadena Sacramento San Diego Santa Barbara Colorado Denver Hawaii Held at USD

Illinois Chicago Massachusetts Boston Minnesota Minneapolis Nevada Las Vegas New York New York City Oregon P ortland Texas Dallas Washington Seattle Washington, D.C.

u To RSVP for a Summer Send-Off reception:

• Visit sandiego.edu/parents/programs-events to view the full schedule. Please check back often for event updates. • Call the Office of Parent and Family Relations at (619) 260-4808 or register online at sandiego.edu/parents/programs-events.

Summer Bridge 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 on Saturday, Aug. 26 and will conclude on Friday, Sept. 1. Students who participate in the program are given the following opportunities, at no personal cost: • 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. 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 3 at sandiego.edu/sss. • Must identify with one of the following: First generation, low income, documented disability or underrepresented (USD’s regulations). • All applications must be submitted by June 2. (619) 260-7580 sss@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/sss

COUNTLESS Memories made on the UM Pre-O Retreat and OA Pre-O Trips

University Ministry Pre-O Retreat

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.

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. Believe, Belong, Become Aug. 29-31 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. Financial assistance is available. For more information regarding financial assistance, contact Maria Gaughan at mariag@sandiego.edu before registering. Registration for the retreat opens on May 1, 2017 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) 260-4735 sandiego.edu/umpreo

100+

Number of new friends made at UM Pre-O Retreat before school begins 8

“ UM Pre-O is about community — finding a place to belong — and developing new friendships in the context of faith.” — Katherine H ‘19

OA Pre-O Adventure 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 jump-start 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: Channel Islands Adventure July 22-28* July 30 – Aug. 5 Cost: $625 *This trip is open to incoming students enrolled in the Honors Program. Close to L.A. but a world apart, step back in time and experience the Southern California coast the way it once was as we camp, hike, snorkel and kayak on Santa Cruz Island. Laguna Mountain Base Camp Aug. 29-31 Cost: $295 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.

47%

of the OA Pre-O attendees last year were first-time campers

“ OA Pre-O allowed me to visit beautiful places many people never get to see, test my limits and try new things, all with the support of my new USD family.” — Sarah ‘18

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 $200 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 1 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. (619) 260-4709 sandiego.edu/outdoor-adventures 9

OLÉ! Weekend and Parent and Family Orientation OLÉ! (Orientation Launch Events) Weekend is the name of our on-campus orientation experience for all incoming first-year students — it serves as your official welcome to USD. OLÉ! Weekend is Friday, Sept. 1, through Tuesday, Sept. 5. Over these five 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. Parents and families are also invited to their own orientation experience that occurs simultaneously, from Friday, Sept. 1 to Sunday, Sept. 3. 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. Friday, Sept. 1, Move-In Day: Prepare to spend the day moving in and getting settled. There will be ample free time to run errands and explore campus. In the evening, all are expected to attend the New Student and Family Dinner and Welcome. After, students will embark on their first evening at USD.

ORIENTATION FAQS When should students and families plan to be in San Diego? Families and students should be in San Diego no later than Friday morning, Sept. 1. When does the Parent and Family portion of the program end, and when should return travel accommodations be made? The Parent and Family portion ends after the Mass of Welcome (ends approximately 12:30 p.m.) on Sunday. Most families make their travel arrangements for Sunday afternoon following this event.

Saturday, Sept. 2: Students will have a full morning with their Residential Life community sessions. Parents and family members, please plan on attending Parent and Family Orientation. All will attend an evening of Torero Athletics, with USD women’s volleyball facing off against Texas! Sunday, Sept. 3: Starts with a beloved USD tradition, the Mass of Welcome. All are invited to attend. Following Mass, students and families will say their goodbyes and part ways. Students can expect an afternoon of activities and an exciting evening event! Monday, Sept. 4: Students will learn all about USD’s commitment to changemaking, both globally and locally! Tuesday, Sept. 5: Students will meet their faculty advisors and will officially be inducted into their LLCs and the USD academic community. 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!

Is registration necessary for OLÉ! Weekend? Students do not need to register for OLÉ! Weekend. Your attendance is expected. Parents do need to register for their orientation experience with the Office of Parent and Family Relations. Registration opens July 5. Register at https://giving. sandiego.edu/paor17.

Will families and students attend orientation sessions together? While there are some events designed for students and families to attend together, such as the New Student and Family Dinner and Welcome, all educational and informational sessions are specific to either students or families and will not be attended together. Schedules will be given out at check-in on Friday, and will outline the unique experiences for students and families.

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

Orientation Team, a group of student volunteers, helps 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.

Office of Parent and Family Relations parents@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/parents

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

International Orientation New international first-year students must attend International Student Orientation on Wednesday, Aug. 30, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. International students will also attend OLÉ! Weekend. If you are an international student living on campus, you should move into your residence hall on Monday, Aug. 28. New international students have special permission to move in on this early date. 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

Will there be time to run errands once we are on campus? There is ample free time built into the schedule on both Friday (movein day) and Saturday afternoon for families to attend to any errands. 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 page 12 for more information).

Commuter Student Experience 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 Student Leader and learn about commuter resources, including the Commuter Student Commons, your on-campus 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 Friday, Sept. 1 at 3 p.m.

When should commuter students plan to arrive on campus? Commuter students and their families participate in orientation, too! Commuters should expect to check in at 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 1, but if you have campus errands to run, feel free to arrive before then. When will I meet my advisor? You will meet your faculty advisor on Tuesday, Sept. 5. Your advisor will answer any academic questions you may have at this point.

Are meals included during orientation? All student meals, beginning with lunch on Friday 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.

Visiting San Diego The University of San Diego has formed a partnership with Bartell Hotels. Richard Bartell, a School of Law alumnus, has opened the doors of his eight 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 bartellhotels.com/usdpartnership or call 800.345.9995 to book your stay at any of the Bartell Hotels.

FIRST-YEAR EXPERIENCE As a first-year student you have the opportunity to participate in our signature Living Learning Communities program, which integrates your experiences both in and out of the classroom. In this section, you will learn about Living Learning Communities, the Residential Experience, Commuter Student Experience and the Fall LLC course. These experiences are designed specifically for you.

Living Learning Communities

LLC Themes for 2017-18 Academic Year

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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s urgent challenges.

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

What is an LLC Course? 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 onehalf 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.

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. Cultivate A cultivator protects the earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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. 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. 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.

People to Know During Your First Year LLC Faculty A Fall LLC faculty member 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 Fall LLC course. Resident Assistants Resident assistants (RAs) are continuing students who live in your residence hall and facilitate your transition to USD and serve as a resource for your first year. 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 PAs 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 Monday, May 15, at 8 a.m.) on your MySanDiego portal. Tips for choosing your LLC course: • 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. Most LLC courses fulfill general education (CORE) requirements, so preference courses, topics or disciplines that you want to explore further. Your LLC placement will be sent out mid-July, along with your housing placement. Keep an eye on your inbox for the email!

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 No. 1 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 Housing

Roommate Agreements

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

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.

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 design provides most rooms with a view of the beautifully landscaped courtyards, and is adjacent to the newly renovated Colachis Plaza. Residents share communal bathrooms with individual “JohnnySquares,” assigned sinks, for each room. The rooms accommodate two (limited), three or four residents. Maher 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. Missions A Missions A houses the Advocate LLC. Coed by floor, the Missions 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. Missions B Missions B houses the Innovate LLC. The Missions B complex consists of four three-story buildings (San Luis, San Juan, San Miguel and San Rafael) that offer single and double occupancy bedrooms. Each floor provides residents with two communal bathroom areas and two lounges. For more information on first-year housing, contact the Office of Residential Life.

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

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.

Commuter Student 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.

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PREPARING FOR YOUR ARRIVAL To ease your transition to USD, we suggest learning about campus resources. This section is helpful for both residents and commuters alike and will cover everything from living and dining on campus to staying safe and well during your time at USD.

Wellness Services Health Insurance Submit an online form to actively enroll in or waive the USD Student Health Insurance Plan by Sept. 15, 2017. Failure to submit a decision form will result in you being enrolled in the annual student health plan from Aug. 15, 2017 through Aug. 14, 2018 and responsible for paying the annual premium on 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. For information about the USD Student Health Insurance requirement, or for instructions on how to enroll or waive, visit the Student Health Insurance Requirement website. sandiego.edu/health-insurance

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. sandiego.edu/wellness 18

MyStudentBody – Pre-arrival Federally Mandated Education A $250 noncompliance fee will be assessed to students who do not fully comply with both portions of the course requirements by the deadlines. 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 the MyStudentBody Essentials Course. The MyStudentBody Essentials Course is a two-part, online, alcohol, other drug and sexual violence prevention course. Access to the MyStudentBody Essentials Course begins on July 27, 2017, and Part 1 must be completed by Aug. 21, 2017. Part 2, the 60-day follow-up, must be completed by Oct. 27, 2017. For instructions and more information about this course requirement, visit the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion website. sandiego.edu/health-wellness

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. For information regarding sexual violence education, visit the CARE website. sandiego.edu/care

Immunizations and Tuberculosis Screening

• Submit your completed form (not copies of your immunization records) via one of the following ways:

Complete required immunizations and submit verification forms by July 1, 2017.

-- Electronic (fastest and preferred method): Scan and save your completed form as a JPEG or PDF. Go to sandiego.edu/health-center/ immunizations/requirements.php for the link to submit the form.

Immunizations and a tuberculosis (TB) screening are required for all students. Required routine immunizations include MMR and varicella. Additional tuberculosis testing may be required if you are at high-risk for tuberculosis exposure. Meningococcal requirements also apply. Other immunizations, including up-to-date tetanus/pertussis, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and Gardasil (HPV) are NOT REQUIRED for registration, but are recommended. The deadline for submission of all information is July 1. There is a registration hold in place until a completed form is received. Exceptions will be made for late admissions. u To access the TB screening

questionnaire and submit the immunization form:

-- Fax (if you are unable to do electronic submission above): (619) 260-2375 -- Mail or drop off in person: USD Student Health Center 5998 Alcalá Park, Maher Hall, Room 140 San Diego, CA 92110 • The Student Health Center will review your immunization form and notify you via secure message (mywellness.sandiego.edu) if any additional documentation is needed.

• You must have claimed your USDOne account to begin.

• Once all of your requirements are met, the immunization hold on your registration will be removed. Please allow 24-48 hours for review after submission.

• Go to sandiego.edu/health-center/ immunizations/requirements.php to complete the questionnaire.

For questions or concerns regarding your submission, please call our immunization line at (619) 260-4595 (option 3).

-- Use your USD email ONLY. -- You can only fill out the questionnaire once, so if you feel like there was an error, call the health center at (619) 260-4595 (option 3), so that we can correct your answers. • Once the questionnaire is completed, you will be sent a letter and a customized immunization form to your sandiego.edu email address within 24 hours. -- If you do not receive the email, check your junk mail folder. If it is not there, please call the health center at (619) 260-4595 (option 3), so that we can send you the appropriate form. • Have your medical provider’s office fill out the form.

Immunization and Vaccine Clinic All required vaccines and TB tests are available at the Student Health Center. You may schedule an appointment online. mywellness.sandiego.edu For immunization clinic hours and fees, visit the Student Health Center website. TB skin tests are not administered on Thursdays or on Fridays when there is a Monday holiday. Results must be read within 48-72 hours. sandiego.edu/health-center/immunizations/ vaccines.php

-- We will not be accepting copies of immunization records to review, only completed forms. -- There is also a waiver on the form that you must sign if you are choosing not to get the meningococcal vaccine.

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 campusrelated concerns. The Department of Public Safety is located in the Hughes Administration Center, Room 150.

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:

â&#x20AC;˘ Any emergency should be reported directly to the Department of Public Safety. â&#x20AC;˘ Call (619) 260-2222 (ext. 2222 from any oncampus phone) 24 hours a day.

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. (619) 260-7777 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

â&#x20AC;˘ Call (619) 260-7777 (ext. 7777 from any on-campus phone).

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.

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Residential Life Renters Insurance While the University of San Diego does not cover lost, stolen or damaged property, the university certainly recognizes the need for ensuring 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. Please review the Residential Life Renters Insurance document for additional information regarding your responsibility for both personal property and university property. sandiego.edu/residentiallife

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

Two-Year Residency Requirement Already excited about your second year at USD? All noncommuter students are required to live on campus for their first two years at USD. The SecondYear Torero Experiential Program, or STEP, is the way in which Residential Life actively engages secondyear students in their living environments. All secondyear students live in apartments or suite-style units. Opportunities are provided for students to gather regularly with their class, reflect on current topics and relevant community or individual issues.

The Terms and Conditions are the agreements all students enter into when living on campus. sandiego.edu/residentiallife/publications/ Student Code of Conduct The Student Code of Rights and Responsibilities (the “Code”) are the standards of conduct that all community members of USD are accountable for. sandiego.edu/conduct

Visit the Residential Life website FAQ page for answers to common questions. sandiego.edu/residentiallife/resources/faq.php

Emergency Preparedness During OLÉ! Weekend, 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.

What to Bring You may be wondering what you should pack when you move in this fall. 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/mfprogram.html

WASH Laundry Service Residential Life works with WASH Laundry Services to provide laundry facilities for all residential students. WASH Laundry machines use a card system that allows students to load money onto laundry cards with cash or credit cards.

Finances and Billing The first bill from USD will be sent early August, with a payment due date of Aug. 30, 2017. 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. Detailed information and video tutorials are available on the One Stop website. (619) 260-2700 onestop@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/onestop/student-accounts

One Stop Student Center The One Stop Student Center, located in University Center 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 • Go to sandiego.edu/onestop. (619) 260-2700 onestop@sandiego.edu

Parking A valid USD parking permit must be displayed at all times while parked on campus. To purchase your parking permit and learn the rules and regulations, please go to the Office of Parking Services website. parking@sandiego.edu sandiego.edu/parking

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. A complete description of FERPA and details on how it affects students and families are available on the Office of the Registrar website. sandiego.edu/registrar/ferpa u For more details on FERPA

authorization:

• Visit sandiego.edu/onestop • Click on Video Tutorials to watch the following: -- Granting Others Access to Your Information: FERPA

u To pick up your Torero ID card:

All Residents Beginning with your move-in day, or Sept. 1, you will receive your card from Residential Life upon check-in to your residence hall. Commuters Undergraduate Commuters: Beginning Sept. 1, you may pick up your card from the Campus Card office.

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. 25. The photo must meet passport specifications or it will be declined (headshot, solid white background, no hat or sunglasses, etc.).

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 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

Torero Store

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.

The Torero Store is a one-stop shop for all of your course materials, technology, Torero gear and apparel! A 3-D printer and custom t-shirt printing machine are also available.

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

The USD Torero Store has partnered with a number of companies to provide you with special offers and deals on the following services:

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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-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. They accept 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

Linens and room/apartment décor Laundry and dry cleaning services (on campus) Moving and storage

Textbook Ordering and Pickup Get the right textbooks, selected by USD faculty, at a fair price. Order your textbooks online from the USD Torero Store. Consider renting your books for the best price. Pre-order your books by Aug. 28 and they will be ready for pickup beginning Sept. 1. Order early for the best selection.

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 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. usdtorerostore.com

The Mail Center will begin accepting packages in midAugust. Please allow enough time for deliveries to arrive prior to Thursday, Aug. 31. 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 Friday, Sept. 1 will not be available until Tuesday, Sept. 5. sandiego.edu/mail-center 25

Meal Plans

Dining Dollars

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

• Carefully review the complete meal plan options and policies before selecting a plan.

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.

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

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. All of the meal plans, complete meal plan policies and FAQs can be found on the Dining website. sandiego.edu/dining

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.

u To select a meal plan:

-- 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 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-Friday in Pavilion Dining. -- You may use Dining Dollars, Campus Cash, cash, Visa or MasterCard to pay for à la carte items.

Dining Services

Campus Eateries

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.

With more than eight unique venues to choose from, including on-campus cafés, a food truck and a bistro-style 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’s 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.

USD Dining is ranked No. 17 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

Current dining hours of operation are posted on the Auxiliary Services website. sandiego.edu/auxiliary/hours.php

Food Allergies and Dietary Needs If you need help identifying appropriate foods for your diet, USD Dining can help. Please contact us to set up a meeting. 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. (619) 260-8880 dining@sandiego.edu

MONEY TIPS FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS Finances away from home can look quite different than what you may be used to. U.S. Bank, our bank on campus, has provided these tips for you so that you can begin making informed financial decisions right away!

Set Up a Checking Account

Create a Budget This is incredibly important. List monthly income sources, including savings, wages and parental allowances, and then write down estimated expenses for the month.

Use, Don’t Abuse, Credit Cards College is a great time to start building credit (which is crucial for leasing an apartment, purchasing a vehicle and even landing a job after graduation), but it’s easy for many to amass a large amount of debt while in school. It’s important to understand the difference between credit building and overextending.

U.S. Bank is the only bank located on campus and has three ATMs on campus. U.S. Bank offers a Student Checking account that has no monthly maintenance fee, a free first order of U.S. Bank logo checks, mobile banking, email and text alerts and can set up your Torero Student ID card as an ATM card when you open your U.S. Bank checking account.

Separate Wants From Needs Is $30 per week for gas a “need” or a “want”? How much should you budget for food outside of your meal plan? How much will laundry cost? After a few months on campus and tracking expenses, it becomes easier to distinguish wants from needs and put a plan into action.

From “intern” you to “corner office” you, we’ll be there. At U.S. Bank, we’re committed to helping you through every stage of your life. With our Student Checking account, we’ll help you hold on to more of your money with no monthly maintenance fee, no minimum balance, and no fees from our bank on your first four non-U.S. Bank ATM transactions each statement period. Because every little step helps take you wherever you want to go. View our student banking center site below for money tips for students and parents.

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