Events
University celebrates 200th anniversary of ‘Frankenstein’
Many Romantic period novels are celebrating their 200th year anniversary in 2018. USD is taking part in the celebration on Feb. 26 and 27 with the Frankenstein 200! Symposium. Heather Love and Lisa Ann Robertson, two assistant English professors, said they’ve been planning this celebration since last spring when Love was talking to an engineering […]
USD rings in the ‘Year of the Dog’ with third annual event
The room was full of lights, colors, food and festivities as the Lunar New Year event was held at USD. The Asian American Student Association (AASA) began celebrating the 15 days of the Lunar New Year celebration on Feb. 17. New Year’s festivities are usually associated with Dec. 31, but the Lunar New Year is […]
International Night to Shine event promotes inclusion for all
Grace Baptist Church was filled with love, laughter, dancing and karaoke Friday night as volunteers and individuals with special needs came together for a memorable “Night to Shine.” The third annual Night to Shine is a nonprofit event sponsored by former Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow that gives people with special needs ages 14 and older the opportunity to attend a […]
Annual Stilwell Exhibition showcases student artwork
The Stilwell Exhibition is an annual event that gives students the opportunity to showcase art they’ve created in and outside of the classroom throughout the year. Students are able to submit five pieces of artwork for the exhibition, which are narrowed down and given awards by a juror appointed by the chair of fine arts. This […]
‘Three Sisters’ production offers unique opportunity
“Three Sisters” is USD theater department’s latest production, exploring themes of romance, struggle and hope. The story is set in early-1900s Russia, and centers around three sisters living in a provincial town who are generally dissatisfied with their lives, but come to a sense of peace by the end of the play. Tim Pyles, assistant […]
Meet the Greeks prepares students for spring recruitment
Greek chapters prepared for spring recruitment by hosting a ‘Meet the Greeks’ kickoff event on Monday. Students who attended the event could talk to a member of each Greek house to find out more about their chapter and philanthropy projects. However, not all sororities participated in spring recruitment. Alpha Phi and Alpha Xi Delta are […]
USD students embrace Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and the Union of African American Students are celebrating their culture while getting USD students involved. The theme for USD’s Black History Month is “Who am I? I am Black History” and one main goal is to discuss the significance of appropriation versus appreciation. For each event this month, members of UAAS […]
Little siblings event reunites families, showcases campus
Little siblings weekend is an annual event put together by student services. This event gives little siblings the ability to spend time at their siblings college while enjoying university activities. Doug Wagner, director of the Muenster University Center and student programming, has organized little siblings weekend for the last three years. Wagner said an average of […]
Alpha Phi ‘Go Red Week’ raises money for heart health
February is the month of heart health, and Alpha Phi’s 10th annual ‘Go Red Week’ is an opportunity for students to get involved and raise awareness for women’s heart health across campus. Beginning on Monday, sorority members have been hosting fundraising events where donations will go to various women’s cardiac care organizations and research centers. Baylie Moravec, […]
T.V. trivia night packs Varsity
The Varsity Pub was packed with USD students and Vermillion community members on Thursday night for “The Office” and “Parks and Recreation” themed trivia. This event was organized by the USD Dakotathon, which is a yearlong fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network. The organization estimated they raised over $700 that night. Students made teams of four […]