CAS Centennial Planning Hub

Welcome to the Centennial Planning Hub for the College of Arts and Sciences!

Since its founding in 1925, the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of San Francisco has been a place where innovation, academic excellence, and a deep commitment to social justice have come together in powerful ways. For nearly 100 years, our students, faculty, staff, and alumni have lived out USF’s Jesuit mission — to educate minds and hearts for others — shaping a better world through leadership, creativity, and service.

As we approach our centennial, we have a remarkable opportunity to honor our past, celebrate our present, and imagine an even brighter future. This milestone is more than a marker of time — it is a tribute to the people who have built a vibrant community of scholars, artists, scientists, and changemakers here on the Hilltop and beyond.

Our centennial celebration will be guided by a clear vision and a set of shared goals that reflect the spirit and values of the College of Arts and Sciences. Together, we will engage in a celebration that is dynamic, inclusive, forward-looking, and proudly rooted in our Jesuit tradition.

Join us in shaping this historic moment — and in building a foundation for the next 100 years of innovation, connection, and impact.

 

Our Vision

The centennial year will be a vibrant, inspiring celebration that honors our rich history, showcases our present excellence, and boldly looks toward a future of innovation, inclusion, and impact.

 

Our Goals

  • Celebrate Our Legacy: Highlight the stories, achievements, and contributions that have shaped our College community over the past century.

  • Foster Connection: Bring together students, alumni, faculty, staff, and the broader community through engaging and inclusive events.

  • Inspire Future Generations: Showcase our commitment to academic excellence, creativity, service, and leadership as we move into the next 100 years.

  • Create a Lasting Impact: Launch new initiatives, scholarships, or physical commemorations that will serve future students and honor our centennial milestone.

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Planning Committee Co-Chairs

  • Osasere Evbuomwan, Associate Dean of Sciences and Engineering
  • Eden Ballard, Director of Development

Marketing, Branding and Communications Subcommittee

  • Osasere Evbuomwan, Associate Dean of Sciences and Engineering
  • Richard Gregory Johnson III, Professor, Public Administration, MPA
  • Claudine Bibeau Parks, Program Assistant, Migration Studies and International Studies
  • Fernanda Lopez Ornelas, Lab Manager, GsAL
  • Michelle Huang, Program Director, International and Development Economics and Applied Economics

Content Creation and Storytelling Subcommittee

  • Stephanie Sears, Associate Dean of Social Sciences
  • Cathy Gabor, Associate Dean of Arts and Humanities
  • Julia Roehl, Assistant Director of Development
  • Glori Simmons, Director, Thacher Gallery
  • Madeline Meininger, Program Manager, M.A. in Public Leadership

Signature Events Planning  Subcommittee

  • Jeffrey Paris, Dean of CAS
  • Liza Locsin, Assistant to the Dean
  • Patricia Chuakay Lim, Assistant Dean

Fundraising and External Relations Subcommittee

  • Eden Ballard, Director of Development
  • Julia Roehl, Assistant Director of Development
  • Michael Goldman, Associate Dean of Graduate Programs
  • John Callaway, Professor Emeritus, Environmental Science and MSEM

Other USF Partners

  • Matilda Tavares, Director of Alumni Engagement, Reunion, and Affinity
  • Michael Robison, Assistant Director for Alumni Engagement, Affinity, and Identity

Thursday, August 14, 2025: Centennial Year Faculty and Staff Meeting

Monday, August 18, 2025: Centennial Kickoff Event

Sunday, October 19, 2025: Celebrate USF CAS Centennial Brunch

More to come!

  • Share your stories: Briefly share a unique CAS story; this could include memorable moments, unforgettable experiences, fun and historical facts about the college. 
  • Nominate a Changemaker: Submit names of notable alumni, faculty, students, staff, and community partners who have made a significant impact at USF and in the broader community.
  • Share your events: Submit the dates of signature events in your programs for AY 25-26. We would like to showcase these events to prospective and current students, alumni, donors, and the broader USF community, using the centennial brand.