2009 USD Fact Book

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CAMPUS LIFE

Living on Campus Some 2,550 students — nearly half of all undergraduates and a growing number of graduate students — lived on campus in Fall 2008. Among new additions to Alcalá Park are the San Buenaventura apartment building, and the already-popular Missions Café and Fitness Center, all of which opened in Fall 2007. Six campus housing areas are designated for freshmen. Another five on-campus apartment complexes are available to accommodate sophomores, juniors, seniors, plus law and graduate students. Manchester Village accommodates some 275 upper class, graduate and law students, and houses the Wisdom for the Real World program, aimed at helping students make a smooth transition upon graduation. Residential Learning Communities place students with similar interests — such as science or social change — together within the residence hall areas. The Residential Life program is supported by professional live-in administrators, staff and graduate students, plus 74 student resident assistants. In addition, 10 faculty members and nine University Ministry staff live in the residence halls as members of USD’s living and learning communities. Dining Services Dining Services offers students, faculty, staff and guests high-quality, nutritious food in a variety of attractive, comfortable settings. The university’s self-operated dining and catering team serves more than 8,000 meals daily. Academy-certified chefs and experienced culinary staff are passionate about the food and services they provide for the campus community each day. Transportation There are many ways to get around campus and San Diego for those without access to a car. The USD Tram Service is an on-campus shuttle service that moves students, faculty, staff and visitors to various stops on the campus. The USD Tram Service also provides morning and evening service to Old Town Trolley Station. “Zipcars” provide students with the