Student Life
The undergraduate student body is represented by official student government known as the Associated Students (AS). The AS Leadership Team serves USD undergraduates as official student representatives who promote opportunities for growth and expression, address student issues and enrich a diverse, inclusive and engaged community. AS works in areas of programming, student issues, marketing, finance, multicultural relations, academics and student organizations. Student fees make up AS's $1,000,000 yearly budget. AS also assists in the funding of different "centers" on campus including Center for Awareness, Service & Action (CASA), Torero Days/Orientation, Social Issues Committee, USDtv, United Front Multicultural Center (UFMC or simply, UF), and Women's Center. The university acquired an unofficial radio station in the Spring of 2009, which was funded, designed and run entirely by the students themselves. In Fall 2009 it became official (www.USDRadio.org). The undergraduate student body is also represented by the official student newspaper, The Vista. The Vista is a weekly, student-run publication focused on university and local news as well as relevant national stories.
Student Affairs is the university's division focused on creating an educational environment which motivates and inspires student learning and personal development, serves the university community, and challenges students to make a positive contribution to society. Within Student Affairs is the Wellness Division which includes the Counseling Center, Disability Services and the Health Center. Another Division of Student Affairs is Student Life which includes Associated Students, Student Activities, Student Organizations, Greek Life, Outdoor Adventures and Campus Recreation. The last division of Student Affairs are all programs falling under the Dean of Students and these include Community Service Learning, Career Services, Parent Relations, International Center, University Ministry, United Front Multicultural Center, Summer Conferences, and the Women's Center.
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