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Local churches navigate obstacles to deliver Easter sermons
Easter is normally a time for religious celebration among families who celebrate the April holiday, but this year was different. Some of the Vermillion churches used a live stream to deliver messages to the local community over Easter. The Saint Thomas More Newman Center delivered a mass on Easter Sunday, as well as masses prior […]
Sioux Falls Pride postpones 20th Pride Festival
Few cities in South Dakota have big celebrations for their LGBTQ+ communities, but this year, most are canceling their Pride due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Sioux Falls Pride, the largest pride organization in South Dakota, postponed their annual Pride due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The announcement comes along with numerous other businesses, events and social […]
Wellness Center yoga classes move online
During this time of social distancing, the classrooms aren’t the only thing going online. The USD Wellness Center is now offering online yoga classes through Zoom for students and community members. Lauren Lavin, senior psychology major and registered yoga instructor, has been teaching yoga for three years at the Wellness Center. She said the recent […]
‘A mixture of sadness and gratitude’: College of Fine Arts adjusts to online learning
Singing for a large audience, showcasing artwork in a packed gallery and acting in a crowded auditorium are just a handful of things that won’t be happening in the College of Fine Arts this spring. Since classes are now strictly online and all university-sanctioned events are canceled, USD’s musicians, artists, singers and actors are getting […]
USD students compete in prestigious Hult prize contest
Three USD students have had their sights set on more than just online classes this month. Payton Ryz, Ashlynn Atwood and Brigit Blote participated in the global Hult Prize competition. After winning the university round on Dec. 7, the three moved onto the Regional Summit in Boston March 12-14 and won first place among some […]
Local pastor connects with congregation online
Having a normal routine is no longer a given. Going grocery shopping, hanging out with friends and worshipping at weekly church services aren’t an option anymore as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to develop. But Nicole Clade, pastor of Vermillion’s First United Methodist Church, has developed a new daily routine that she is sharing with all […]
International Office services still available to USD students
USD is home to many international students. But with the rapidly evolving COVID-19 pandemic, all means of international travel have been impacted. For some international students, this situation presents challenges with living on-campus, returning to their home countries or continuing their education at USD. Patrick Morrison, associate director of the USD International Office, said all […]
Coronavirus pandemic cuts study abroad programs short
When senior sociology major Brady VanLoan traveled to China at the beginning of the spring semester, getting sent home early was the last thing on his mind. After a month of studying in Shanghai and the rapid spreading of the coronavirus, VanLoan — along with many students — was required to return home immediately. VanLoan […]
Senior singers reflect after Spring Choral Showcase
On Sunday afternoon, USD’s choirs started off on the right note with their annual Spring Choral Showcase. Families, friends and community members gathered in Aalfs auditorium to hear the vocal talent of the USD Chamber Singers, Concert Choir, Men’s and Women’s Chorus and the High Howlers. For the seniors in these choirs, this was one […]
USD Professor Paving the Way For Future Female Artists
March is Women’s History Month, a reminder to continually honor and respect women. Women have and are presently making an impact on the world. Amber Hansen, a USD art professor, is one of many female professors at USD. Teaching art is a big part of her life, she said. Hansen has been involved in art […]