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We are pleased to announce that the sixth annual Bi-national Re:Border Conference will take place on Tuesday, October 15. Add date to your calendar now. This year’s theme, “Designing Oportunidades,” is inspired by our San Diego-Tijuana region’s designation as the 2024 World Design Capital. This year’s conference will be held at San Diego State University, co-hosted by SDSU and Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Norte (UABC) in collaboration with other U.S. and Mexican partners. The conference will include interactive sessions involving interdisciplinary teams of researchers, educators, artists, public policy experts, industry leaders and community members. The conference will be bilingual, in English and in Spanish, including simultaneous translation sessions and activities. Planned sessions will address opportunities in ecological planning, social development, public and mental health, education access, economic policy, talent development, social inclusion, infrastructure development and cyber security. Please mark your calendars and keep an eye on your inbox for more announcements, travel information and other details. Call for Proposals is Now Open! If you would like to be part of Re:Border 2024 as a volunteer, please contact us. Stay Connected with SDSU! Facebook | Instagram | X

Promising soccer players in the U.S. have traditionally been dependent on club and travel teams — the so-called pay-to-play model — for exposure to colleges and scouts. The MLS academy system is shifting that model.

San Diego's vibrant Songwriter Sanctuary series is back on Friday, February 23 for its second showcase of the year, highlighting three accomplished acts in an intimate setting. Hosted by the legendary Jeff Berkley with our partners at the beautiful Normal Heights United sanctuary, this (mostly) monthly event promises an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling. About the Artists: Tori Roze & Johnny Alexander: Tori Roze and Johnny Alexander, renowned members of Tori Roze and The Hot Mess, bring a tight and sophisticated soul-jazz fusion to the stage. Their music, described as "a winner" by the San Diego Troubadour, is a testament to their musical prowess and emotive performances. Rachel Jay: Rachel Jay's music reflects her journey through life, blending stories of struggle with lighthearted optimism. Influenced by jazz, soul, and folk, her smooth vocals and vulnerable lyrics create a space of understanding and connection for audiences. Topeka Clementine: Topeka Clementine, born from the vision of a solitary songwriter, has evolved into a collective of young musicians dedicated to crafting a hopeful future through music. Drawing inspiration from jazz standards and the resilience of Black American music, they weave a tapestry of sound that speaks to the complexities of the human experience. Suggested Donation: $10 (all ages), with all proceeds directly supporting the artists. Donations are encouraged but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Food & Drink: Available for purchase, courtesy of our generous sponsors: Duck Foot Brewing Company, Flying Embers, and Grace2Go Meals. Accessibility: For venue accessibility requests, please contact Molly Lorden at molly@nhunited.org For more information visit: lindsaywhitemusic.com

The 8-acre bike course at Bradley Park in San Marcos includes a pump track, a perimeter trail and jump lines for all skill levels, from beginners to advanced.

Industry is less concerned with whether its characters are “likable” and more interested in how they get what they want. In the Season 3 finale, those ambitions reached their inevitable – sometimes gruesome – conclusions.

The USD College of Arts and Sciences and Humanities Center, along with Warwick’s bookstore, presents Jen Psaki as she discusses her new book, Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World. Former White House Press Secretary and current MSNBC host Jen Psaki shares the surprising lessons she's learned on her path to success and offers unique yet universal advice about how to be a more effective communicator in any situation. Psaki will be in with American lawyer, law professor and political commentator, Harry Litman. In Say More, Psaki explains her straightforward approach to communication, walking readers through difficult conversations as well as moments where humor saves the day―whether it is with preschoolers, partners, or presidents. She addresses the best ways to give and receive feedback, how to connect with your audience, how to listen actively, and much more. Say More is the book Psaki wishes she had when she started her career, and is a trove of entertaining, essential lessons from one of the most prominent voices in American politics today. Jen Psaki is the host of MSNBC's Sunday afternoon and Monday evening program, Inside with Jen Psaki. She served as the thirty-fourth White House Press Secretary under President Biden until May 2022. Over the course of her twenty years in public service, Psaki also served as White House Communications Director under President Obama, as the spokesperson for the State Department under then Secretary of State John Kerry, and worked on three presidential campaigns. She lives in Arlington, Virginia, with her husband and two children. Harry Litman is the creator of “Talking San Diego,” an all-new speaker series featuring conversations with some of the nation’s most interesting and prominent figures. A former United States Attorney, Deputy Assistant Attorney General, and clerk to two Supreme Court justices, Litman is also the senior legal columnist for the LA Times op-ed page; a practicing lawyer specializing in constitutional law and the False Claims Act; and a frequent legal and political commentator on MSNBC, CNN, CBS, and NPR. Free admission for USD students and staff by registering with your USD email and promo code. The code will be announced in the Humanities Center newsletter or you may contact us directly at humanitiescenter@sandiego.edu. Free tickets do not include a copy of the book, which will be for sale by Warwick's bookstore. For more information visit: warwicks.com Parking information here When visiting USD, please plan ahead and allow yourself ample time to park your vehicle, pay at a pay station, and take the tram to your desired destination or event.

Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025 at 9 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with KPBS Passport + Encore Sunday, Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m. on KPBS 2. Grab a front-row seat as the three-time Grammy Award winner performs songs from his latest album, "Carolyn’s Boys," along with Hootie and the Blowfish classics and his solo country hits, including a special performance of Diamond-certified “Wagon Wheel” with Old Crow Medicine Show’s Ketch Secor.

Owner of this business says she’s on a mission to show the richness and diversity of Latin American food, one empanada at a time

The short answer is yes, the money did help students make up for the learning they missed during COVID. But it didn't get them all the way there.

A virtual version of a fruit fly's visual system could help scientists understand how brain networks process information. The model could also lead to more efficient AI systems.