The first day back to school is always an exhilarating experience, but this year it marked a momentous occasion for the students at USD. This semester is the first time that classes are fully commencing in-person since March of 2020, well over a year.
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Typically, junior year is the most popular year that students choose to study abroad. Because of this, USD juniors shared a glimpse of their study abroad experience so far.
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Charlotte Johnson, JD, who recently stepped into the role of Vice President for Student Affairs at USD, is optimistic that something good can come of USD realigning their goals and priorities to fit a modified reopening of campus.
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It’s easy to tell someone why they should not be anxious about something, but not many people talk about why it’s ultimately okay to not feel okay, to feel anxious about specific things.
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Last spring, individuals lived in a world of uncertainty, of not knowing what came next. After the summer, USD students in particular were expectant of a more “normal” Fall 2020 semester. But, amidst rising cases and per state guidelines, classes and campus life did not resume in person as many were hoping.
This spring, however, is different and one thing is certain: plans for an in-person Fall 2021 semester at USD are underway.
As more vaccines become available and the University of San Diego’s COVID-19 case rates continue to change, the university has implemented new policies as well as provided updated information about the future of Spring 2021 and the following school year.
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It’s no secret that college first years grapple with emotions of homesickness, and disorientation. It is easy for them to feel disconnected from the school or those around them when they first move onto campus. Yet as the coronavirus pandemic has prevailed into another semester, these emotions and feelings continue to stay heightened for many.
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Following a rise in COVID-19 cases, USD’s administration has decided to declare their version of a stay-at-home order for students living on campus. Students are no longer permitted to leave campus for any non-essential reason, such as dining, social, or entertainment purposes.
Read moreWith the start of the spring semester and an increase in students on campus, there are some new changes to what is and is not available to USD students. While San Diego remains in the most restrictive, purple tier at the time of publication, due to the number of COVID-19 cases, many on-campus dining options, services, and activities are either not being offered or are offering remote services only. However, some select spaces, dining, and services remain open and committed to serving students.
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This semester has rapidly come and gone. No matter where you were physically located, the remote learning model has taken a toll on us all. However, the students that were allowed to return to USD’s beautiful campus have experienced vast inconsistencies from USD’s Residential Life.
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