USD Magazine Fall 2005

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F E A T U R E S

“ NOT H I NG E NDU R E S B U T C HANG E .” — H E R AC L I T U S

20 / F I ND I NG DAN I E L No longer a “lost boy,” McNair Scholar Daniel Akech James went through the gates of hell and emerged unbroken. The grueling journey that brought him from his native Sudan to Alcalá Park is a testament to the human spirit: while surviving is a triumph, thriving is a miracle.

U S D M A G A Z I N E T A K I N G T H E P U L S E O F T H E U N I V E R S I T Y C O M M U N I T Y .

D E P A R T M E N T S

AROUND THE PARK 6 / Nipped in the Bud USD takes a proactive stance to combat underage drinking, thanks to a federal grant.

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8 / Dr. Usatin’s Excellent Adventure An awesome 56-year-old grandma became the first person to ride a personal watercraft solo from Canada to Mexico. 9 / Save the Date Women Peacemakers Program; Bi-National Border Pedagogy Conference; Family Weekend; “Richard III.” 10 / The Real Deal Alumna’s documentary delves beneath the surface to explore the quest for authenticity in the lives of young people. 12 / School Song Hits a High Note Spirit, loyalty and tradition: What’s not to like about the sentimental ditty known as our new school song?

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ON THE COVER: Photo of USD senior Daniel Akech James by Tim Mantoani.

ALUMNI UPDATE 16 / There’s No Place Like Homecoming Reunion class chairs look back and wax poetic; Homecoming approaches on Oct. 7-9. Also: regional tour; Bartell partnership.

TORERO ATHLET I CS 14 / All the Right Moves Versatility is key when players Adam Hannula and Nick Garton take their spots on the gridiron.

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