YOU ARE A VALUED MEMBER OF THE TORERO FAMILY
 
Our alumnae are a vital part of the sustained legacy of USD Women’s Rowing. We are always looking for opportunities to engage our alumnae with the current program as well as allowing you to connect with your former teammates. 
 
For alumnae looking for ways to get involved, we hope you will consider any of the following options: 
 
Social Media
Follow us on: 

Instagram @usdwrowing 
Facebook @USDWomensRowing 
X @usdwrowing 
 
You may also reach out to us at any time at: usdrowing@sandiego.edu
 
Alumnae Association Board
We are currently assembling an alumnae-driven board to assist with all aspects of alumnae engagement, outreach, and booster support. Involvement with the Alumnae Association consists of varying levels of commitment–from board officer service to ad hoc volunteering and support. If you are interested in learning more, please fill out our Alumnae Board Interest Form . 
 
Newsletter Alumnae Feature
We would love to share your story with our network! We are always looking for alumnae willing to share their insights and experiences via our monthly newsletter that goes out to our athletes, alumnae, parents, donors and supporters. If you would like to be featured in our newsletter to both share your experiences and also make yourself available to other Toreros for networking and mentorship, please fill out our Alumnae Feature Questionnaire
 
Torero Tuesday
You have probably received a phone call or email from one of our current student athletes on this planned day of giving in the fall. In mid-October, a campus-wide effort is enacted to fundraise for every department at USD, including Athletics. On Torero Tuesday, our program is evaluated against the engagement efforts of every other team in the Athletic Department, and our goal is to be one of the top engagement teams–surpassing football and baseball. To do that, we need your help! One metric the department uses is the number of unique donors that teams are able to engage. Your donation does not need to be large to make a big impact. Consider pledging to donate on Torero Tuesday to keep the USD Rowing spirit strong! 
 
Launch Ride
If you find yourself in San Diego, please reach out to schedule a ridealong with one of our coaches to watch practice. We always welcome the opportunity to bring alums along to watch a session with the current team and give you the inside scoop on what’s happening with USD Rowing. Email us at usdrowing@sandiego.edu for more information. 
 
ANNUAL ALUMNAE EVENTS
 
Head of the Charles Reception - Boston, MA
Headed to Boston? We encourage alumnae to join us at HOCR at our annual reception held on the Friday evening of the regatta. Connect with other alums, mix with the current Toreros and meet the coaching staff. Tickets become available in September. Watch our social media and newsletter for more information. 
 
Torero Turkey Triathlon
Get ready to earn your turkey! Alumnae are invited to join the team for the annual TTT that takes place on the last practice on campus before Thanksgiving. Compete for time in a 750 yard swim, 2 mile run, and 6k erg. A waiver is required and will be collected during signups in early November. 
 
Pancake Breakfast - San Diego
A great wintertime Torero tradition, our alumni Pancake Breakfast takes place after the conclusion of Winter Training Camp in January. It is a celebration of our two-team program and all our collective alums at the boathouse overlooking Mission Bay. Alums sponsor, organize and facilitate a Saturday morning hot breakfast, along with networking opportunities with the current student athletes. Join us to reconnect with multiple generations of rowing alums and meet the current teams!
 
C.R.A.S.H. SD Indoor Sprints
Have you been dreaming of pulling just one more 2k in the varsity erg room? Join us for the annual C.R.A.S.H. SD Indoor Sprints in the alumnae category as part of a teamwide test day full of fun, team spirit and hype! A great way to get your 2k time in for your Crew Classic boat! A waiver is required and will be collected during signups in January. 

Crew Classic - San Diego
The crown jewel of the Torero racing season, the Crew Classic is the unofficial Homecoming event for USD Rowing. Multiple events occur over the last weekend in March offering opportunities for everyone to find community and reconnect. 

• Friday: Alumni/-ae 8+ event at the Crew Classic. Get a boat together and relive the thrill of racing on Mission Bay! The Crew Classic offers men’s and women’s alumni 8+ events on Friday afternoon.
• Saturday: Heat racing at the Crew Classic followed by the Crew Classic Friends and Family Reception on campus. Alumnae, supporters and current team members gather at the UC Forums for a banquet and annual awards. This event is in high demand and sells out every year so it is recommended you secure tickets early when they become available in early February 
• Sunday: Finals racing at the Crew Classic and alumni tent with taco truck. USD partners with the Crew Classic to provide the best location for our alumni to enjoy the racing from the beach just before the finish line. Join us for the ever-popular taco truck and the culmination of one of the biggest rowing races of the year.

For additional information or ideas please contact us at: usdrowing@sandiego.edu