USD Magazine Spring 2026

10 ROADS LESS TRAVELED Five remarkable students share what brought them to campus and how their experiences shaped who they are today.

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On the Cover USD’s unique location in a binational region gives students direct access to explore the economic, ecological, political, spiritual and cultural connections on both sides of the border with Mexico. During a spring break trip to Tijuana, Briana Burton ’26 visited the colorful Mercado Hidalgo. On page 8, students on the University Ministry spring break retreat participate in a service project. Photos by Alé Delgado.

SPRING 2026

BEAUTY, GOODNESS AND TRUTH

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DEAR TOREROS

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Expanding Access AROUND ALCALÁ PARK 6 FAITH IN ACTION 16 AT THE EDGE OF IT ALL 29 GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES 30 TORERO ATHLETICS 32 TOREROS MAKING WAVES 36 IN MEMORIAM 46 LEADING WITH LOVE 48

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