School of Education News

Courtney Jeffries ’06, alumna of the University of San Francisco’s Sport Management Master’s program, has carved an innovative path at the intersection of sports, technology, and entrepreneurship.

Alyssa Nakken ’15, the first full-time female coach in Major League Baseball history, has been named the 2025 recipient of the USF Sport Management Alumni of the Year Award.

The San Francisco Pride Parade is one of the largest Pride celebrations across the country, with this year's estimated attendance close to 50,000 people. This year's theme “Queer Joy is Resistance” serves as a powerful reminder of the community's ongoing resilience and its bold vision for a more just and radiant future.

Yuan Lu MS ’25 talks about research, neural networks, and the importance of finding your passion. 

Eve Mendez ’06, MA ’09, a mother and Double Don, shares how USF shaped her path from the San Francisco Giants, 49ers, and Golden State Warriors to the FIFA Club World Cup and why community remains at the heart of her work.

Tucker Holgerson ’26 talks about internships, accounting, and the importance of believing in yourself.

Third-year law student Samantha Cano ‘26 is spending the summer months pushing the boundaries of justice in ways that often go unseen. This summer, Cano is working with the Climate Change and Animal Agriculture Litigation Initiative (CCAALI), part of the Law, Environment, and Animals Program at Yale Law School.

“Nursing,” Michelle thought, “could provide stability for my future.” It seemed a practical decision, but little did she know how profoundly it would change her life.

Combating stress and depression through meaningful work.

The Class of 2025 made a strong impression on these professors, who took a moment to recognize graduates for their work.