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Updated: Law students torn about potential move
The possible move of the South Dakota School of Law has prompted discussions and some concerns among current law school students. Morgan Nelson, a third-year law student and president of the Student Bar Association, said she’s in favor of the move. “As a task force member, I’m leaning towards relocation, but that doesn’t mean that […]
Bike share program cruises into a successful second semester
Last April, USD kickstarted a way for students to check out bicycles free of charge. The bike share program began after receiving a $4,500 grant from the Student Government Association’s Green Initiative Fund. There are, on average, 10 red cruiser bicycles in use, and they can be spotted in the bike racks on the north side […]
The end of an era: President Abbott to retire next summer
USD President James Abbott announced his retirement when he gave his 21st State of the University Address last week in Aalfs Auditorium. “This concludes my 21st State of the University Address, and it will also be my last,” he said during the address. “I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have served my alma […]
Campus and community prepares for D-Days
Dakota Days is a campus-wide celebration of school spirit. With an entire week of events, hundreds more people are brought into Vermillion. One event so many people come into town for is the football game. USD is playing Youngstown State for the D-Days game. Bryan Boettcher, sports information director, said he’s looking forward to this […]
Looking back: Daugaard grateful for time as governor
Alumnus Dennis Daugaard is in his final term as governor of South Dakota. Daugaard grew up on a farm between Garretson and Dell Rapids, SD. Daugaard said he went to a small, one-room country school for elementary school before going to high school in Dell Rapids. He decided to come to USD after some persuasion […]
Yotes Got Talent kicks off Dakota Days festivities
The 103rd Dakota Days celebrations kicked off with the annual Yotes Got Talent show and the top 14 reveal of the candidates for Dakota Days royalty in Slagle Hall Sunday. Yotes Got Talent performers included singers, a violinist and USD’s acapella group, the High Howlers. Senior Marissa Reis said her favorite part of the night […]
BREAKING: President Abbott announces retirement
USD President James Abbott announced his retirement Wednesday during the annual State of the University Address. “This concludes my 21st State of the University Address. It is also my last,” he said on stage in Aalfs Auditorium. “I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have served my alma mater for 21 years. I’m also very […]
Asbestos abatement an ongoing and costly project on campus
Asbestos was abated in 33 Brookman Hall rooms over the summer. The abatement cost about $18,000, said Bob Oehler, Facilities Management associate vice president, in an email. According to the American Cancer Society, “There is no health risk if the asbestos is bonded into intact finished products, such as walls and tiles. As long as the material […]
USD sees enrollment increase
There are 10,261 students enrolled in USD this fall, a 2.2 percent increase from last year’s 10,038 students. The university has seen one of the biggest increases in students from Iowa, which had a 9.2 percent increase. Scott Pohlson, vice president for enrollment, marketing & university relations, said this was due to offering in-state tuition to […]
ROTC holds field training exercise in Yankton
The Reserve Officers Training Corps held a two-day field training exercise this weekend at the Lewis and Clark Boy Scout Camp in Yankton. Thirty-two USD students of all grade levels in ROTC attended. ROTC prepares students to become officers in the U.S. military. Students who enroll in ROTC receive a paid college education and a guaranteed […]