1987-1988 USD Facts

HISTORY

Overview The University of San Diego is an independent Catholic institution of higher education located on 180 acres overlooking San Diego's Mission Bay. USO is known for its commitment to teaching. the liberal arts, values and community Involvement. It is an institution which takes pride in the personalized approach it brings to the educational process. Chartered in 1949. USD enrolls more than 5 ,600 students who may choose from more than 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, ranging from marine sciences to business administration. The University 's academic units include the College of Arts and Sciences, and the Schools of Business Administration, Education, Law and Nursing. The School of Graduate and Continuing Education coordinates the graduate programs of all schools with the exception of the Law School. Throughout Us history. USO has remained committed to the Ideals of liberal education and to recognizing the dignity of men and women as human beings and as creatures of God. As a Catholic institution. the University is committed to examination of the Catholic tradition as the basis of a continuing search for meaning in contemporary life. The 16th century Spanish architectural style of the campus buildings and beautiful campus grounds create a pleasant atmosphere for both students and visitors. USD offers a year-round calendar of concerts. art exhibitions and lectures open to the public. Its men's and women's sports teams compete against nallonal opponents in campus sports facilities.

Important Dates 1949 Charter granted. 1962

San Diego College for Women opens. College for Men and Law School open . College for Women. College for Men merge lo become USD.

1954 1972

Presidents College for Women

Sr. Catherine Parks, 1952-56 Sr. Frances Danz. 1956-63 Sr. Anne Farraher, 1963-66 Sr. Nancy Morris. 1966-71 College for Men Fr. John Storm, 1954-59 Fr. Russell Wilson, 1959-61 Fr. John Cadden, 1961-67 Fr. John Baer, 1967-71 USD Author E. Hughes, Ph.D.. 1971- Schools and Colleges 1952

Author E. Hughes. Ph.D.

College of Arts and Sciences

1954 1969 1972 1972 1974

School of Law

School of Graduate and Continuing Education School of Education School of Business Administration Hahn School of Nursing