Announcements

Monday, May 16
The racist hate crime that killed 10 of our sisters and brothers, and injured three more, at a Buffalo supermarket Saturday has affected me deeply. I know that you, too, are grappling with this horrific event.
Monday, May 09
For the past several years, we have been engaged in conversation with leadership at the San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI).
Thursday, May 05
It has been a pleasure these last few weeks to gather in community, to reunite in person, or to meet each other for the very first time.
Friday, Apr 29
We know it is difficult to keep up with local and national changes to COVID-19 expectations, recommendations, and requirements. As we have since March 2020, we continue to prioritize the health and safety of our USF community in our response to the pandem
Thursday, Apr 14
Wishing you and those you love the blessings of this season's diverse traditions.
Wednesday, Apr 13
Eileen is a compassionate clinician, a dedicated scholar and teacher, an experienced administrator, and an innovative leader in nursing and public health with a deeply held commitment to health equity and social justice.
Tuesday, Apr 05
I am delighted to announce the reenvisioned DECO with its new name, the office of Antiracism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI; pronounced Adé).
Monday, Mar 28
In partnership with our medical experts, we have been closely following the emergence of the Omicron subvariant BA.2.
Wednesday, Mar 16
I know you join me in congratulating members of the men’s and women’s basketball teams, both of which are heading into first-round national championship play tomorrow.
Sunday, Mar 13
This morning, Joan McDermott, director of athletics, announced that head baseball coach Nino Giarratano has been fired.  
Thursday, Mar 10
The Koret Health and Recreation Center will observe modified hours between March 12-20 due to university spring break.
Wednesday, Mar 09
As many of you know, Chris Liang, a member of USF’s graduating Class of 2022 and a business major, died in a car crash earlier this week.
Tuesday, Mar 08
With Spring Break approaching next week and taking place this week for the School of Law, we want to share reminders about being healthy while you are away from campus.
Monday, Mar 07
Please join me in congratulating Charles Moses on his appointment as dean of the Eberhardt School of Business at the University of the Pacific, where he will also serve as a member of the president’s leadership team. 
Thursday, Mar 03
I am pleased to announce that we are considering steps to acquire and renovate the property at Masonic Avenue and Turk Boulevard, which has long operated as a blood bank and research institute.
Tuesday, Mar 01
Like many of you, I am saddened and stunned as the unjustified, cynical, and murderous invasion of Ukraine by Russian military forces unfolds on television screens, in newspaper coverage, and on social media.
Thursday, Feb 10
We will continue to put the safety of our community at the forefront and will keep our current preventive strategies in place.
Tuesday, Feb 08
In partnership with Go Health, USF has made additional Covid testing appointments available to faculty, staff, and students on Mondays from 1pm-3pm in McLaren 250. This is in addition to Go Health Testing on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Friday, Feb 04
We look forward to celebrating you at a special in person Commencement Ceremony for the Classes of 2020 and 2021 on Friday, April 8, 2022 in St. Ignatius Church.  
Tuesday, Feb 01
I am pleased to report that the University of San Francisco and the San Francisco Art Institute (SFAI) have signed a letter of intent to explore integrating operations and academic programs in the arts to elevate the next generation of artists.