USD graduates first physics Ph.D. student
Three years after obtaining her master’s, postdoctorate researcher Wenzhao Wei was on her way to becoming USD’s first physics Ph.D. student. Before Wei, there were two other physics students expected to graduate before her. But because of personal reasons, they didn’t make it past the master’s program. Wei, who graduated in August and is now […]
Football ‘life changing’ for USD quarterback
Being a leader for the Coyote football team is something senior quarterback Chris Streveler “doesn’t take lightly.” Love for the game After transferring to USD from the University of Minnesota, Streveler said he’s gained a lot in his year and a half at USD. “(USD) had given me an opportunity to come here and play […]
Coyote volleyball falls to Denver in overtime
Though the Coyote women held on for two sets against the Denver Pioneers, they fell behind during the fifth and final set and lost 3-2 in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center Friday night. The volleyball team’s final home game Friday night started by honoring the four seniors on the team: Raquel West, Meagan Kerns, Kelly […]
USD, SVRC plan Veterans Day events
USD is celebrating and honoring veterans through speakers, a dinner and various events. The Student Veterans Club is hosting a Veteran’s Appreciation Dinner Thursday at 5 p.m. at the Eagle’s Club. Joseph Knoer, the Student Veterans Resource Center coordinator, said the Student Veterans Club dinner was originally supposed to be in the Muenster University Center […]
People of the Pack: Jake Louder
Jake Louder is a senior majoring in entrepreneurship. Cheyenne Alexis: When did you start DJing in the Muenster University Center pit lounge? Jake Louder: I started this last year as a junior, right away in the fall. I started a business, actually, my sophomore year in March. A lot of people don’t know that I’m not just […]
Male body image an important discussion in athletics
With hefty schedules and an emphasis on strength, male athletes focus on gaining muscle, staying healthy and maintaining a certain body type. With these expectations comes insecurities and perceptions of body image many male athletes don’t often talk about. Different focuses Josh Sorbe, a sophomore on the swimming/diving team, said the team focuses a lot […]
Center for Diversity & Community holds discussion following faculty departure
Following the departure of former intercultural programming coordinator Lena Tran, the Center for Diversity & Community held a two-hour open discussion on moving forward as a community. About 15 students attended the discussion on Sunday. Some topics discussed were the future of the CDC, how to move forward with event planning and addressing unwelcoming feelings in […]
DakotaDome renovations to be completed by 2020
A $26 million project, DakotaDome renovations will likely begin by next year. As the DakotaDome undergoes renovations, upgrades to plumbing systems are an essential component of the project. To ensure that plumbing systems are up to par, it’s important to work with a trusted plumbing specialist like AK Gas & Plumbing Brisbane, who can provide […]
Photo gallery: Coyotes upset Southern Illinois 42-0
After a loss to the Illinois State Cardinals last weekend, the football team defeated Southern Illinois University Salukis 42-0. A few USD players were held from the game: senior Adam Harris, sophomore Dale Williamson and junior Danny Rambo. Head coach Bob Nielson said at a press conference that the players were held because of “a team […]
Photo gallery: Coyotes sweep Fort Wayne in straight sets
The Coyote women dominated the Fort Wayne Mastodons in three straight sets Friday in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. Though the Mastodons caught up at times, they ultimately fell in every set against the Coyotes’ defense and offense. USD head coach Leanne Williamson said though the team started out slow, they eventually picked up speed […]