University of San Diego Magazine - Fall 2025

Dear Toreros, T rue to the vision of USD’s founders, Mother Rosalie Clifton Hill, RSCJ, and Bishop Charles Francis Buddy, our university has always supported the needs of our students in mind, body and spirit. As we honor our founders and look ahead to a bright future, we know that wellness is a critical component to personal and professional success. That’s why this issue of University of San Diego Magazine is dedicated to how people, programs and places — on our campus and beyond — are celebrating and uplifting wellness. You’ll read more about how our campus’ new Palomar Health Student Wellness Center is transforming the student experience and ushering in a new era of student wellness at USD. You’ll also hear about how dedicated ambassadors are connecting students, faculty members and staff with the many resources available on campus. And prepare to be inspired and energized by the Torero alumni making wellness practices not only a part of life, but a force for positive change in our world. Commemorating a Year of Wellness at USD involves all members of this community. We encourage you to think about how you’re incorporating wellness practices into your own lives and how you build community through your Torero connections. Whether it be attending events on campus, cheering on our athletes or networking with fellow alumni in your own region, there are many ways to stay connected. We’re at our best when we come together and are thriving in all aspects of our lives — because USD begins with us. Sincerely,

Your Moment to LIGHT THE WAY As a valued member of the University of San Diego community, you know firsthand what makes this university special. Inspire someone you know to become a Torero and help us recruit the next generation of students by encouraging them to apply to USD. USD is proud to be named one of Niche ’s top 10 Best Catholic Colleges in America, one of Washington Monthly ’s top 10 universities for public service and one of the most beautiful campuses in the nation.

[President] James T. Harris III, DEd [Vice President, University Advancement] Richard P. Virgin ’24 (PhD) [Associate VP for University Marketing and Communications, University Advancement] Russell J. Yost [Editor] Matthew Piechalak [Contributing Writers] Steven Covella Elena Gomez Kelsey Grey ’15 (BA) Allyson Meyer ’16 (BA) ’21 (MBA) Patrick Simon Marina Woods [University of San Diego Magazine] Published two times a year by the University of San Diego. U.S. postage paid at San Diego, CA 92110. Please note that content for University of San Diego Magazine has a long lead time. Toreros Making Waves will be reviewed and included based on deadlines for each issue. [Contact Us] University of San Diego 5998 Alcalá Park San Diego, CA 92110 (619) 260-4600 publications.sandiego.edu [Website] sandiego.edu [Be Blue, Go Green] University of San Diego Magazine is printed with vegetable-based inks on paper certified in accordance with FSC® standards, which support environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable management of the world’s forests. Cameran Zech [Design Team] Tricia Caparas

The final undergraduate deadline for Fall 2026 is Jan. 15. The final transfer deadline for Fall 2026 is Mar. 1.

Charlotte Johnson, JD Vice President, Student Affairs

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Ribbon-cutting day at the Palomar Health Student Wellness Center: (left to right) Kaleena Jezycki; Kimmel Yeager; Nick Ryan; Christopher Burden; Matt McIver; Morgan Pheng; U.S. Congresswoman Sara Jacobs; Palomar Health CEO Diane Hansen; President James T. Harris III; Sofia Morales; Vice President for Student Affairs Charlotte Johnson; Luke Finney; Anne Cass; Giselle Hawa Moragrega; Vice President for Advancement Richard P. Virgin.

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