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‘We’re just like you’: SESDAC pairs with USD, Vermillion to change disability stereotypes
In a place where the clap of high fives is as prevalent as the thud of a bowling ball, students from the University of South Dakota and community members are teaming up with people associated with SESDAC, Inc. for a bit of friendly competition while building relationships. Last Monday, practices for the Special Olympics Unified […]
Car accident sends one to hospital
A two-vehicle car accident occurred in the parking lot of the Freedom Valu Center on Cherry Street, which sent one person to the car accident clinic hospital late Monday morning. If you or someone you know has been involved in such an incident, consulting a car accidents lawyer may be crucial to understand your legal […]
Friends, students mourn the loss of USD student killed in car crash
Jasmine Blue’s eyes welled up with tears as she laughed Wednesday afternoon, remembering the time she and Rebecca Kroeger went to Les Miserables for an impromptu movie date last year at the University of South Dakota. Blue, a sophomore at USD, recalled how the two used to dance together. Or how, without fail, Kroeger would sneak snacks and Skype in […]
Replica of historic schoolhouse returned to Vermillion
At long last, a replica of the first schoolhouse built in Dakota Territory has come to reside at the Austin-Whittemore House in Vermillion, where officials hope it will set the stage for education in the region and provide an opportunity for University of South Dakota students and others to broaden their horizons. A dedication ceremony […]
National Music Museum ‘at the tipping point of recognition’ after Google visit
Through Google’s Cultural Institute website, the National Music Museum at the University of South Dakota became the first institution in the state to be part of a project dedicated to providing free access to art to people around the globe in the comfort of their homes. The museum welcomed Google to officially launch its virtual gallery […]
Google Cultural Institute partners with National Music Museum
Boasting a collection of more than 15,000 historical instruments and other musical artifacts, the National Music Museum will go viral as Internet giant Google makes a visit to the museum at the University of South Dakota Friday. As part of its Cultural Institute project, Google will video the museum’s extensive exhibits with its street view technology and add […]
Former Gov. Janklow’s portrait added to the Governor Gallery at USD
Having attended the University of South Dakota as a student, former South Dakota Gov. Bill Janklow has acquired a presence at his alma mater long after graduation. The late public servant’s portrait will now be displayed in the Governor Gallery in Farber Hall for students, faculty, staff and visitors to see. Lindsey Janklow, a senior at […]
Starr alignment: USD football alum featured on HBO reality TV show
This summer, the University of South Dakota’s recent graduate Tyler Starr had his time to show the world his true self, both on and off the football field. HBO’s reality series “Hard Knocks” featured the Falcons’ training camp and fall preseason preview, featuring Starr in the first episode. Starr, his wife, Megan Wheeler, and son, […]
Coyotes adjust for high-paced Oregon offense
Keyen Lage knows going toe-to-toe against one of the top-ranked offenses in college football isn’t going to be easy, but he doesn’t plan to leave Eugene, Oregon with his head hanging. Entering his third season as linebacker for the University of South Dakota, Lage said the Coyote defense will be walking into Saturday’s season opener […]
Emergency crews rescue two from capsized canoe
Local emergency services rescued two people on the south side of the Missouri River near Vermillion Sunday when their canoe capsized. The male and female were reported to be in the river for nearly three hours after they entered the water at 3:30 p.m., said Shannon Draper, chief of the Vermillion Fire Department. The individuals made it to […]