Welcome to another exciting year at the University of San Diego! Whether you are joining us for the first time or are a returning member of our Torero family, we are thrilled to have you as part of our community. The Office of Parent and Family Relations supports you and ensures you have the resources and information needed to help your student succeed.
For our returning families, welcome back! We are delighted to continue this journey with you and your student. As you know, the college experience is full of growth and new challenges each year. Your continued involvement and encouragement are crucial to your student’s success. We look forward to another year to provide on-campus support.
If you are a new Torero family, we share your excitement as you embark on this new chapter. We know this is a time of transition for students and families. We see your role as being a mentor, coach, nurturer and supporter who can encourage and direct your students to resources they may need as each month passes. The information in this calendar helps you follow along with your student during their first year.
Please note that dates and deadlines are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit sandiego.edu/ug-academic-calendar-24-25 . We wish you and your students a successful and fulfilling year ahead!
In Torero spirit,
The Office of Parent and Family Relations
Renda Quinn, Hitomi Shue and Nathan Corsino
STAY CONNECTED AND GET INVOLVED
Scan this QR code to get acquainted and integrated into the Torero community. linktr.ee/toreroparents
SUMMER CHECKLIST
F ollow the New Student Checklist. Make sure your student is on track before arriving on campus.
sandiego.edu/new-toreros/getting-started
L earn more about Parent and Family Orientation.
OLÉ! Weekend is an orientation experience for parents and supporters too. sandiego.edu/parents/events/orientation
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
C onfirm your student has submitted their Torero ID card photo by Aug. 9.
The Torero ID card offers access to services and discounts both on and off campus. First-year students must submit an ID card photo by logging into their MySanDiego portal.
my.sandiego.edu
C onfirm your student has completed the required new student well-being courses by Aug. 26.
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
CAMPUS RESOURCES
ACADEMICS
Center for Student Success css@sandiego.edu (619) 260-5995
P ay tuition or sign up for a payment plan by Aug. 28.
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 enrolled in or waived the USD health insurance plan by Sept. 13. 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 passwordprotected 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
MAIL CENTER
USD Mail Center mailcenter@sandiego.edu (619) 260-2204
sandiego.edu/mail-center
Send and receive packages, Copy Center
SAFETY
Department of Public Safety publicsafety@sandiego.edu (619) 260-7777
sandiego.edu/safety Safety questions and concerns
TECHNOLOGY
Information Technology Services help@sandiego.edu (619) 260-7900
sandiego.edu/its
Questions about your MySanDiego portal, technology problems
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READY, PACK, MOVE!
Questions about what essentials to pack or what your student will need in their residence hall? Let the “What to Bring Checklist” be your guide! Review it at sandiego.edu/residential-life/images/what-to-bring-checklist.png
REQUIRED HEALTH AND WELLNESS COURSES
All students are required to complete an annual online education course series. The Part 1 deadline for first-year students is Aug. 26 . The deadline for returning students is Sept. 30 . Visit sandiego.edu/health-wellness/new-student-education
August2024
SHOPPING AND SHIPPING Each
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Students
SPRING FORWARD
Remind
First-year
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Remind
sandiego.edu/wellness/bewellusd/mental-health
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or simply walk in! The earlier your student starts working with the center, the better. Visit sandiego.edu/careers
SHARE THE JOURNEY
Your student isn’t the only one who can get involved! Become a Torero parent ambassador. To learn more, visit sandiego.edu/parent-ambassador
Help
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HOW DID YOUR STUDENT FARE THIS PAST SEMESTER?
Student success coaching is available at the Center for Student Success 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. Visit sandiego.edu/usdcss
GRANDPARENTS AND FAMILY SPRING WEEKEND
Next month is USD’s 18th annual Grandparents and Family Spring Weekend! Join us Feb. 21-23 with the whole family grandparents, parents, aunts, uncles, siblings and friends. Everyone is invited! Visit sandiego.edu/gpw
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
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STUDENTS STILL LOOKING TO GET INVOLVED?
Remind your student to attend the Spring Alcalá Bazaar to find out what clubs and activities they may want to join. Visit sandiego.edu/involvement
BUILD COMMUNITY THROUGH LEADERSHIP
Is your student seeking leadership opportunities? Let them know they can apply for positions in the Associated Student Government or consider roles such as scholastic assistants or residential assistants for next year’s entering class. Visit sandiego.edu/ associatedstudents and sandiego.edu/learning-communities/student-leadership
HOUSING SIGN-UP TIME
Students should start planning for their 2025-26 living situations. Talk
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SUNNY DAYS, WARM WELCOMES
Linda Vista Multicultural Fair
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CELEBRATE SUMMER WITH NEW TOREROS
They’ve said yes! Help us add that special touch to our Summer Send-Offs by volunteering at a gathering in your region to welcome our incoming first-year students. If you and your student are interested, email parents@sandiego.edu for more information.
USD WINE CLASSIC
Don’t miss the Wine Classic on July 12 ! This signature event supports scholarships for underrepresented students. Enjoy our beautiful campus while tasting alumni-owned/ affiliated wines, gourmet food, entertainment and more. Visit usdwineclassic.com
June2025
STAY INFORMED WITH USD NEWS
Stay up-to-date with the latest stories and updates from USD! Whether it’s campus events, student achievements or faculty research, USD News Center keeps you informed throughout the summer. Visit sandiego.edu/news
Outdoor Adventures Snorkeling Trip
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A MIDSUMMER’S PREP: EASE INTO FALL
If you still need to start, you have plenty of time to prepare for the fall. Organize necessary paperwork and begin plotting out dorm essentials. It’s also an excellent time to explore campus resources to see if there is anything new and exciting for your student to add to their school year.
July2025
BARTELL H O TEL S
BARTELL HOTELS
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.”
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.
— Richard Bartell ’75 School of Law
“We’re opening our doors to you and contributing to USD every time you visit.”
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.
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Richard Bartell ’75 School of Law
To take advantage of these special rates and USD family amenities, visit bartellhotels.com/usd to book your stay at any of the Bartell Hotels.
