August 31, 2012
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Thank You RA's, PA's and T-Squad
Every year, our Resident Assistants, Preceptorial Assistants and the Torero Squad work tirelessly to make new and transfer student transitions to USD run smoothly. This year is no exception. All three groups have been working hard behind the scenes throughout the summer to organize and execute amazing events and programs that will lead to lasting relationships and memories for our new students. Please help Student Affairs acknowledge and thank them for all of their wonderful work!
T-Squad
Resident Assistants
Preceptorial Assistants
Become a Safe Space Ally
As we prepare for the upcoming academic year, the United Front Multicultural Center would like to extend to you an invitation to participate in one of the Safe Space Ally trainings. If you have been thinking about it, if you are new to USD, and/or if you would like to invite your peers or colleagues, become a Safe Space Ally!
By displaying a SAFE SPACE ALLY placard in your working and/or living areas, you provide a visible marker of validation, support, and respect for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community as well as other potentially marginalized populations. The sign serves as an indicator of people with whom LGBT and questioning people can speak openly and seek the support they need to succeed at the University of San Diego.
Visit the Safe Space Ally web page sandiego.edu/safespaceallies to learn more about the program and to sign up for the training date of your choice.
Grad and Law Student Welcome Reception
Student Affairs is invited to this year's Graduate and Law Student Welcome Reception and Resource Fair. It will be held on September 12 from 4-6 p.m. in Hahn UC Forum C. Those interested in registering for the event can visit: sandiego.edu/gradlife/gsc/event_registration.php.
Residential Life Student Earns LDAC Leadership Award
Leading 226 individuals in a garrison environment, taking a squad on reconnaissance missions, and undergoing chemical, biological and nuclear training might seem like overwhelming tasks. But not to USD student Ryan Vaught, who completed all of the above and more at the U.S. Army Cadet Command’s Leader Development and Assessment Course (LDAC) this summer.
Not only did Vaught complete the course, he was also awarded the Warrior Forge Commander’s Leadership Award as the top-ranked cadet among the 200-plus participants in his training company. During the 29-day course, cadets at Warrior Forge are tested on their physical stamina, endurance, ability to navigate over difficult terrain, and their team-building and leadership skills.
Read Eric Podwill's full article from Inside USD here.
Lessons from Ernie
There are four major brain/learning systems: thinking, feeling, doing, and connecting.
Shout Outs!
Shout out to the Wellness Area's Consulting Psychiatrist Dr. Margaret McCahill for being recognized as one of San Diego's "Top Doctors" in psychiatry by the San Diego County Medical Society and San Diego Magazine. -Steve Sprinkle
Shout out to the Counseling Center's Dr. Lauren Woolley for her election as Chair-elect of the American Psychological Association Society of Counseling Psychology's Section on College and University Counseling Centers. -Steve Sprinkle
Want to recognize a colleague for their great work or general awesomeness? Submit a Shout Out for the next Student Affairs Newsletter to Liberty at libertyhebron@sandiego.edu.
Please send any news or events for the upcoming week to Kenny Eng by Wednesdays at 12 p.m.
upcoming events
Torero Days
Sept. 1-4
More information
Mass of Welcome
Sept. 2, 10:30 a.m.
Jenny Craig Pavilion
Welcome Week
Sept. 5-16
More information
Student Affairs Division Breakfast
Sept. 7, 8:30-11 a.m.
Hahn UC Forum C
Student Health Center Open House
Sept. 7, 11 a.m.
MH 140
9/11 Interfaith Service
Sept. 11, 10 a.m.
Kroc IPJ 9/11 Memorial
Alcala Bazaar
Sept. 11, 11:30 a.m.
Marian Way
Mass of the Holy Spirit
Sept. 13,
12:15 p.m.
Immaculata Church
Study Abroad Fair
Sept. 18, 12 p.m.
Colachis Plaza
San Diego Mayoral Debate
Sept. 19, 7 p.m.
Shiley Theatre
More information
For more event information, click here
employee development
resources
Student Affairs Newsletter Archive
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Residential Life Blog
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Wellness Group Meetings
Click here for a list of the Wellness group meetings and topics
University Ministry Events
Click here for a list of University Ministry events
Student Affairs Department Newsletters
Click here for an archive of Campus Rec newsletters
Click here for an archive of Residential Life newsletters
Sign up to receive the UFMC newsletter here
Weekends @ USD
See sandiego.edu/weekends for a list of upcoming events
chr@usd events
Intro to Group Fitness
Tuesdays beginning Sept. 11
5:15-5:55 p.m.
MFC 108
Employee Yoga
Sept. 7, 12-12:55 p.m.
Sept. 21, 12-12:55 p.m.
Oct. 5, 12-12:55 p.m.
Nov. 2, 12-12:55 p.m.
Nov. 16, 12-12:55 p.m.
Dec. 7, 12-12:55 p.m.
MFC
Employee Bingo
Sept. 12, 12–1 p.m.
Oct. 17, 12-1 p.m.
Nov. 14, 12-1 p.m.
Dec. 12, 12-1 p.m.
Salomon Hall
Employee Appreciation Football Game
Sept. 22, 1 p.m.
Tailgate 11:30-1 p.m.
Torero Stadium
"Let's Make a Deal" Taping
Oct. 17, 6 a.m.
Email agarcia@sandiego.edu for more info
Alcala Park Readers Book Discussion: "Silent Spring"
Oct. 30, 12:30-2 p.m.
Salomon Hall
Monthly Walks
Click here for more info
