Thursday, Mar 28
In the Western Christian tradition, this week is Holy Week. With many in our community, I am reflecting on the life of Jesus, commemorating his death on Good Friday (March 29), and celebrating the hope and promise of the resurrection on Easter Sunday
Friday, Mar 08
On Wednesday, March 6, a distressing “Zoom bombing” incident occurred during the Global Feminist Forum on campus.
Wednesday, Mar 06
I am delighted to announce that Eileen Chia-Ching Fung has accepted my offer to become the university’s provost and vice president of academic affairs. Her appointment is effective today, March 6, 2024.
Friday, Mar 01
In consultation with the Provost’s Office and the Office of the General Counsel, Information Technology Services has published guidelines for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Tuesday, Aug 22
This fall we welcome approximately 1,140 first-year students who come from 51 states and territories and 61 countries, 34 percent of whom are the first in their families to attend college.
Monday, Aug 14
As I write this message, I hold in my prayers the 96 people who have lost their lives and those who are still unaccounted for, as well as so many others who have lost their homes and businesses and been displaced.
Thursday, Jun 29
The United States Supreme Court’s disappointing decision this morning on two closely watched cases involving affirmative action policies in college admissions is eliciting questions and concerns in our own community
Thursday, Apr 06
After months of discouraging and troubling headlines, it is worth reflecting today on how our global faith traditions celebrate hope and renewal at this time of year.
Monday, Mar 20
We are passing the 40th day since major earthquakes rocked Turkey and Syria. The devastation was immense, the rescue of survivors under collapsed structures was heroic, and the initial outpouring of prayers and practical help was heartening.
Tuesday, Feb 07
Like you, I have been profoundly distressed by the news from Syria and Turkey after Monday’s 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated the region. As I write this, more than 7,700 people have died and many, many more are injured and suffering.
Wednesday, Feb 01
I am delighted to share the news with you that Rev. John P. Fitzgibbons, S.J., has joined our community to serve as chancellor of the university.
Tuesday, Jan 24
It is heartbreaking that the beginning of Lunar New Year celebrations on Saturday was marked by gun violence and death in Monterey Park, the heart of the Chinese American community in Los Angeles County.
Monday, Jan 16
Today we reflect on the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., including his activism and prophetic writing and speeches.
Tuesday, Nov 22
For many of you, the next few days will involve travel, treasured time with loved ones, rest, and relaxation. I hope the Thanksgiving holiday also brings you time to reflect on the gifts we may sometimes rush past in the busyness of life.
Monday, Nov 14
You have likely heard and read about the tragic news today coming from two universities.
Tuesday, Oct 04
On Monday, Oct. 10, the University of San Francisco will honor Indigenous Peoples Day. This day is an opportunity for us to celebrate the lives and cultures of those indigenous to the lands that we live and work upon.
Wednesday, Sep 28
The beginning of a new academic year also means that the USF Board of Trustees — the university’s principal governance body — has launched its 2022-23 meeting schedule.
Monday, Aug 22
It has been a pleasure to greet our new undergraduate, transfer, and graduate students and to welcome back our continuing students.
Tuesday, Aug 02
We are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our students, staff, and faculty as we monitor the current outbreak of monkeypox, which the World Health Organization recently declared a global public health emergency.
Thursday, Jul 28
I am delighted to announce the appointment of Shawn P. Calhoun as university library dean, effective Aug. 1. Shawn has been serving as acting dean since February 2020.