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Students, community members address domestic violence
Yearlong efforts to fundraise and bring attention to the issue of domestic violence have seen an increase on campus and in the community during October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Bridget Diamond-Welch, assistant professor of political science, teaches a family violence class that looks at domestic violence and child abuse. You can click here to know how […]
Previous tailgate rules revoked, location moved
In addition to a new location, recent rules made by administration regarding student tailgate have been revoked. The tailgate has been moved to the grassy area just south of the Sanford Coyote Sports Center between Coyote Village and Dakota Street. USD President James Abbott called for a task force to decide how to address safety […]
#MeToo: USD students share experiences on social media
“If all the women who have been sexually harassed or assaulted wrote ‘Me too’ as a status, we might give people a sense of the magnitude of the problem.” It was this tweet from Alyssa Milano, after dozens of women came out with accusations of sexual assault against Harvey Weinstein, that inspired more survivors to share the […]
Student Services fully implements new USD Involved website
Almost two years ago, Student Services began to research how to give students better options for student organization websites similar to web design for electricians and involvement The effort was led by Laura Anderton, director of fraternity and sorority life & leadership, and Doug Wagner, director of the Muenster University Center and student programming. Anderton […]
USD sorority and fraternity scaring for a good cause
Every Halloween, Pi Beta Phi and Lambda Chi Alpha organize a haunted house for USD students to get in the Halloween spirit. In addition to kicking off Halloween festivities, the event is an annual fundraiser for Feeding America and Children’s Literacy. Lambda Chi Alpha and Pi Beta Phi have partnered for the event for the […]
Athletic Board of Control meeting covers pool hours, referee pay
Though swimming can be a way to stay in shape, it’s hard for some students to take advantage of the pool in the DakotaDome. On Oct. 11, 2017, the Athletic Board of Control met to discuss the possibility of varying pool hours to be more compatible with USD students in hopes of raising its attendance. […]
Photo gallery: Brokaw, Legvold return to campus
Two USD graduates returned to campus for a special event. Iconic journalist Tom Brokaw and Russia expert Robert Legvold shared their opinions on United States and Russia relations. The alumni held a question and answer session with USD students and community members in the afternoon. Brokaw fondly remembers his time growing up in South Dakota […]
USD students face changes to tailgate rules
In the days following the Dakota Days football game, USD students faced rule changes to the pregame tailgates as a result of several injuries and damaged vehicles. In an email from the USD Involved on Oct. 12, the updated rules for the Oct. 17 home game were listed. They included: vehicles and glass are no […]
USD community takes part in Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This month, pink represents more than just a color. From wearing pink gear at an athletic game to organizing fundraisers, students and faculty members are involved in the Breast Cancer Awareness Month mission. People can also help spread awareness when they shop to provide cancer support. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be more […]
Graduate assistants balance work, classes
There are about 450 graduate assistants currently teaching on campus. Learning to balance their student and assistant responsibilities helps them prepare for post-graduation. Ranjit Koodali, the dean of graduate education, said there are four types of GAs. Benefits Koodali said the biggest benefit students receive from being a graduate assistant is the stipend. “The South Dakota […]