Monday, Aug 17
As we welcome our newest students and their families, we’d like to remind you that USF’s Move-In Day festivities occur on a weekday. In preparation for this day and the following Welcome Weekend, we're providing you with some important parking and traffic
Monday, Aug 17
A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia the morning of Aug. 10, sending people fleeing outdoors as the ground shook. The death toll has risen to 285, with more than 570 injured, and 379 missing.
Wednesday, Aug 12
Wildfires in Spokane, Washington, home of Gonzaga University, have burned 10,000 acres in the city and surrounding area and destroyed more than 900 homes, displacing university families and others in the community.
Friday, Jul 31
I wish you many blessings on this Feast of St. Ignatius.
Monday, Jul 27
We are writing to alert you to a recent online scam that has unfortunately targeted members of the USF community. We are sharing this information so that you can recognize the scam, protect yourself, and know what to do if you are contacted.
Wednesday, Jul 15
Over the past several days, my office has received emails expressing concern about USF ending the lease for Sweet Joanna’s at 101 Howard Street and expressing support for the cafe.
Tuesday, Jul 07
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, 2026, causing widespread destruction, hundreds of deaths, and significant displacement.
Wednesday, Jul 01
Clarence B. Jones, a friend, lawyer, and speechwriter to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. passed away May 22. He was 95.
Monday, Jun 15
I am thrilled to announce that Brent Gustafson will join the University of San Francisco as our vice president and chief financial officer, effective July 20.
Tuesday, Jun 09
I am happy to announce that Brent Blaylock will join the University of San Francisco as the university’s athletic director, effective June 9.
Wednesday, Jun 03
I am delighted to announce that Kevin F. Burke, S.J., will join the University of San Francisco as the university’s first vice president for mission and Ignatian imagination, effective Aug. 1.
Friday, May 29
An error affecting reservation records in EMS resulted in some booking statuses being updated incorrectly.
Thursday, May 28
I am very pleased to announce the appointment of Erin Echols as the assistant vice president for student engagement and belonging.
Tuesday, May 26
George H. McGlynn, 92, a leading scholar in the field of kinesiology and exercise physiology passed away peacefully in the presence of his family following a brief illness.
Wednesday, May 20
It is with great sorrow that I write to inform you of the passing of Dr. Gary R. Nelson, former USF interim athletic director, director of golf, and head golf coach.
Monday, May 18
Following an extensive national search, we are delighted to announce Karin Cotterman EdD and Noriko Lim-Tepper EdD as the senior co-directors of the Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good.
Tuesday, May 12
On Monday afternoon, Instructure CEO Steve Daly shared that an agreement has been reached with the unauthorized actor, the affected data has been returned, and copies have been deleted.
Thursday, May 07
We are saddened to share the passing of William “Bill” Souther, aged 94, in Fairfield, California, father of Randy Souther, Reference Librarian at Gleeson Library.
Thursday, Mar 12
We mourn the passing of Joan Lane, co-founder of The Joan and Ralph Lane Center for Catholic Social Thought and the Ignatian Tradition at the University of San Francisco. Joan’s wit, wisdom, and dedication to education created a legacy at the USF.
Thursday, Mar 05
The USF community is saddened to share the passing of Mary Carmelita (Carm) Arburua on December 6, 2025 in San Francisco at the age of 100.