USD Torero Family Calendar 2023-24

Torero Family Calendar

Welcome!

The Office of Parent and Family Relations is here to help! It is our goal that Torero parents and families are aware of the services our office provides to ease your student’s transition to the University of San Diego. The Torero Family Calendar is a helpful way to follow along with your student during their first year at USD. Please note, dates and deadlines are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit sandiego.edu/ug-academic-calendar-23-24 .

Below is a summer checklist, along with campus resources, specifically for parents and supporters of new USD students. To contact our office, call (619) 260-4808 or email parents@sandiego.edu .

S ign up for a Summer Send-Off. Join other families in your area at one of our Summer Send-Off welcome events.

sandiego.edu/summer-send-offs-dates

L earn more about Parent and Family Orientation.

OLÉ! Weekend is an orientation experience for parents and supporters too. sandiego.edu/openingweekend

F ollow the New Student Checklist. Make sure your student is on track before arriving on campus.

sandiego.edu/new-toreros/getting-started

Re quest access to your student’s financial and education information.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects your student’s information once they begin at USD. Your student must authorize your access. This will allow you to speak with university representatives about your student’s information.

sandiego.edu/one-stop/student-records/ ferpa

SUMMER CHECKLIST

C onfirm your student has completed the required new student well-being courses by Aug. 23.

As part of USD’s commitment to the well-being of its students and to creating a diverse and welcoming community, all new undergraduate students are required to complete an online education course series. sandiego.edu/health-wellness/ new-student-education

C onfirm your student has enrolled in or waived the USD health insurance plan by Sept. 11.

Determine if your student will keep the family plan or go with USD’s health insurance plan. This waiver must be completed each year if they are opting out. sandiego.edu/health-insurance

C onfirm your student has submitted proof of required immunizations and has completed the tuberculosis screening.

The status of your student’s wellness requirements can be checked via the student’s password-protected MyWellness portal. mywellness.sandiego.edu

S ubmit wellness accommodations, if applicable. Contact Student Wellness prior to arriving on campus if your student has an ongoing physical or psychological health condition, needs access to prescription medication or has a documented disability and is requesting accommodations. sandiego.edu/wellness

C onfirm your student has everything ready for when classes begin.

The Torero Store has everything your student needs for college, including textbooks and great deals on computers. usdtorerostores.com

P ay tuition or sign up for a payment plan by Aug. 23.

Your student may pay tuition in full or enroll in a monthly installment plan. Parents and families can make payments on behalf of students. sandiego.edu/one-stop/billing-and-payment

C onfirm your student has submitted their Torero ID card photo by Aug. 11.

The Torero ID card offers access to services and discounts both on and off campus. Firstyear students must submit an ID card photo by logging into their MySanDiego portal. my.sandiego.edu

ACADEMICS

USD Torero Store Course materials

• Tech merchandise Supplies help@usdtorerostores.com (619) 260-4551

usdtorerostores.com

Center for Student Success Academic resources

• Tutoring css@sandiego.edu (619) 260-5995

sandiego.edu/center-student-success

ALUMNI

Alumni Association

Regional Torero Club events

• Alumni benefits alumni@sandiego.edu (619) 260-4819

toreronetwork.sandiego.edu

AUXILIARY SERVICES

• Campus Card Meal Plan

• Mail Center

Torero Store

• Zipcar usdaux@sandiego.edu (619) 260-8880

sandiego.edu/auxiliary

CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT

Parent and Family Relations Giving

• Parent Ambassadors

Parent Advisory Board parents@sandiego.edu (619) 260-4808

sandiego.edu/parents

Student Activities and Involvement Student organizations

• Student events sai@sandiego.edu (619) 260-4802

sandiego.edu/involvement

CAMPUS RESOURCES

CAREER DEVELOPMENT

Career Development Center

Internship and job resources

• Torero Treks

Career Readiness resources careers@sandiego.edu (619) 260-4654

sandiego.edu/careers

FINANCIAL AID, BILLING/PAYMENT

One Stop Student Center

• Registration Billing and payments

• Financial aid Student records onestop@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-2700

sandiego.edu/one-stop

FITNESS AND RECREATION

Campus Recreation

• Intramurals

University Fitness classes

• Workout facilities campusrecreation@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4533

sandiego.edu/campus-recreation

Outdoor Adventures

• Trips and adventures

Classes

• Equipment explore@sandiego.edu (619) 260-4709

sandiego.edu/outdoor-adventures

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

Disability and Learning Differences Resource Center

• Academic accommodations

Disability and mobility accommodations disabilityservices@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4655

sandiego.edu/disability

Center for Health and Wellness Promotion

Mental health counseling

• Health and wellness resources chwp@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4618

sandiego.edu/health-wellness

Counseling Center

• Individual Counseling Group Therapy wellness@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4655

sandiego.edu/counseling-center

Student Health Center

Medical services and appointments

• Health insurance healthcenter@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4595

sandiego.edu/health-center

MINISTRY

University Ministry

Spiritual development

• Retreats Worship Ministry resources universityministry@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4735

sandiego.edu/ministry

RESIDENTIAL LIFE

Student Housing

• Housing and room assignments

Renters insurance

• What to bring FAQs housing@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-4777

sandiego.edu/residential-life

SAFETY

Public Safety

• Safety on campus

Crime prevention

• Emergency procedures

Tram services publicsafety@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-7777

sandiego.edu/safety

TECHNOLOGY

Information Technology Services

• MySanDiego portal Services and support

• Interactive campus map help@sandiego.edu

(619) 260-7900

sandiego.edu/its

PARENT AND FAMILY CONNECTIONS

Attend a Summer Send-Off to connect with other Toreros in your area and to get your questions answered. For a listing of dates and times by region, visit sandiego.edu/parents/events .

We’re excited to welcome you during OLÉ! Weekend, Aug. 25-27, for Parent and Family Orientation, a program specially designed for you to get to know the University of San Diego and the many opportunities for your student. To register, visit sandiego.edu/openingweekend

OLÉ! Weekend Move In

International students move in

International Student Orientation begins Deadline to complete Part 1 of required new student courses University Ministry and Outdoor Adventures

Classes

International Student Orientation ends

Deadline to upload Torero ID card photo

Parent and Family Orientation begins University Ministry and Outdoor Adventures

Pre-O Retreat ends Summer Bridge ends

Festival of Books

Summer Bridge begins

Move in First-Year and Transfer Orientation

Associated Student Government Welcome Week activities begin Movie Night on the

STUDENT HEALTH AND RECORDS

All students must enroll in or waive the USD health insurance plan by Sept. 11 . No action will result in automatic enrollment and they will be charged for insurance. Visit sandiego.edu/health-insurance .

By law, your student must provide the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) authorization to grant you access to their records. The FERPA authorization form is available on the MySanDiego portal. Learn more at sandiego.edu/one-stop/student-records/ferpa

Homecoming and Family Weekend Tailgate

Get the Scoop (free ice cream and campus

Volleyball vs. Boston College

FAMILY-FOCUSED FUN

Go all in and support students at the Fabulous Torero Casino Night! Join in a funfilled night of entertainment, food and beverages. Enjoy traditional casino-style games along with raffle prizes, mystery boxes and a silent auction. For more details, visit sandiego.edu/torerocasinonight

Homecoming and Family Weekend, Oct. 27–29 , brings Torero families back to campus for all sorts of fun! To register, visit sandiego.edu/hfw

Fabulous Torero Casino Night

STUDENT SUCCESS

Tutoring and student success coaching is available in the Center for Student Success. Encourage your student to utilize faculty office hours and department tutoring centers as they prepare for exams. To see all the ways the center can help, visit sandiego.edu/usdcss

It’s time to register for spring courses! Your student must meet with their academic advisor and review Degree Works on their portal to prepare for spring class registration.

NROTC Midyear Commissioning Ceremony

5 Daylight Saving Time ends

Founders Chapel Mass is every Sunday at 6 and 8 p.m.

Intersession 2024 financial aid application priority deadline Deadline to petition for May or August 2024 graduation Class registration begins for Spring 2024

Last day to drop a class with a W Mass for Peace is every Wednesday at 9 p.m. (not during break)

Deadline to select grade or pass/fail option Majors and Minors Fair

9

Military and Veterans Program’s Veterans Day Reception

University Ministry Search Retreat begins

Thanksgiving Dinner at Pavilion Dining

International Holiday Gala

VETERANS DAY

THANKSGIVING BREAK

MANAGING STRESS

This month, students are preparing for final exams, so anxiety and stress may be high. Encourage your student to check out the Center for Health and Wellness Promotion’s Finals Week Resources at sites.sandiego.edu/youareusd/finals .

Consider sending your student a care package. Care packages ordered through the Torero Store include a custom message and are delivered to campus. Click the Gifts tab at usdtorerostores.com

Intersession 2024 tuition/fees due

First

ACADEMIC SUPPORT

How did your student fare this past semester? Student success coaching is available to students who want one-on-one support to develop study skills or want a confidential space to talk about how their transition to college is going. Many departments offer peer-led tutoring centers that students are encouraged to visit. For more information, visit sandiego.edu/usdcss .

Outdoor Adventures Trip, Salton Sea

Grandparents and Family Spring Weekend

SHARING THE JOURNEY

Become a USD parent/family ambassador and volunteer on campus or at regional events. It’s a great way to connect with other families and share in your student’s college experience. To learn more, visit sandiego.edu/parents/get-involved/ parent-ambassadors.php

Grandparents and Family Spring Weekend provides a unique opportunity to experience Torero life! For more information, visit sandiego.edu/gpw

2024-25 housing applications for current students open

Groundhog Day

Lunar New Year

Spring

Spring Career and Internship Fair (virtual) 2024-25 housing applications for current students closes

RECHARGE AND PLAN AHEAD

Spring Break allows your student a weeklong vacation to relax, recharge and have some fun. March is also the time to start looking into summer jobs and internships. The Career Development Center can help with job searches, resumes, cover letters and interview skills. Your student can make an appointment or simply walk in. The earlier your student starts working with the Career Development Center, the better! Visit sandiego.edu/careers

Outdoor Adventures Moonlight Canoe, San Diego Bay

SAVORING SPRINGTIME

There are plenty of ways your student can enjoy springtime in San Diego. USD’s Outdoor Adventures and Campus Recreation offer a range of opportunities, such as renting a surfboard, participating in intramurals or going on a canoe trip. Visit sandiego.edu/oa and sandiego.edu/campus-recreation

During the spring, the Torero Program Board hosts the Olé Music Festival, an outdoor concert for students with food, fun and friends.

March

Strawberry Festival Cake Contest

APRIL

Priority deadline for Summer 2024 financial aid application Registration for Summer 2024 walk-in classes and Fall 2024 classes begins

Mass for Peace is every Wednesday at 9

Deadline to select grade or pass/fail option

MOVING ON AND OUT

Congratulations to our graduates and to their families and supporters! As our graduates move on, our residential students need to move out 24 hours after their last final exam. Encourage your student to begin organizing items for move out. Donation bins are located throughout campus this month. USD also partners with Campus Storage for moving and storage services. Visit campusstorage.com .

Consider donating professional clothing and shoes to the Torero Closet. For more information, contact parents@sandiego.edu

May2024

Summer 2024 tuition/fees due Mass for Peace is every Wednesday at 9 p.m. (not during break)

Resident students must move out 24 hours after their last exam or by noon today (whichever comes earlier)

Study Abroad,

SUMMER EXPLORATIONS

Enjoy the summer and some family time with your student. Listen as they reflect on the past year, noting accomplishments and challenges and how they balanced a social life with new and old friends.

Summer Send-Offs are fun social events that provide opportunities for incoming families and students to meet others from their area. Help us host an event or volunteer to welcome families in your region this summer! If you would like to help, email parents@sandiego.edu

June2024

A BEAUTIFUL CAMPUS

USD is proud to be one of the nation’s most beautiful campuses and welcomes visitors year-round.

The USD Wine Classic on July 13 is the university’s signature fundraising event for scholarships that support underrepresented students. Enjoy the beauty of campus while tasting alumni-owned/affiliated wines, gourmet food, live entertainment and more. Visit sandiego.edu/wineclassic

VISITING SAN DIEGO

BARTELL H O TEL S

to USD to support student scholarships, promote university events and marketing efforts and create

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 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/usd or call 800.345.9995 to book your stay at any of the Bartell Hotels.