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College of Arts and Sciences

Learn by doing. Make mistakes. Make connections. Create a community of progress.

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D.
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Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., Will Speak at USF Commencement

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., the Jesuit-educated public health leader who played a prominent role during the COVID-19 pandemic, will give the commencement address to the humanities and sciences graduates on May 16 in St. Ignatius Church.

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This Graduate Wants to Keep Saving Lives

Nathaniel Gonzalez ’25 was one of three lifeguards on duty honored at a civic ceremony in February for saving the life of a longtime Koret member who suffered a heart attack in the pool.

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USF Graduate Wins Seat in United States Congress

USF’s own Lateefah Simon MPA ’22 has been elected to California’s 12th Congressional District seat, succeeding Rep. Barbara Lee.

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“At USF, classes are small. We have a lot of discussion. We challenge each other. I love everything about it.”

Athene Emeli Marston

Philosophy & Computer Science ’25

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“In San Francisco, I can embrace my culture and the work I want to do to help people around me.”

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Critical Diversity Studies ’27

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“I felt drawn to USF for the underlying social justice values present in each major and course of study.”

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Politics ’23

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