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Training exercise teaches ROTC cadets leadership, tactical skills
A two-way radio squawks in the distance. The platoon sergeant moves up and down the ambush line, checking his soldiers to make sure they’re in cover. Shots ring out, and someone shouts “Return fire!” The scene isn’t from some far away war zone, but from the Austin Training Area near Elk Point, S.D., where Reserve […]
USD women find empowerment through ROTC
Amber Hansen and Cassie Donahoe are not typical female college students at the University of South Dakota. They go to class every day just like other students, and they admit to having a hard time trying to balance their social lives with their school work. The only difference between them and the hundreds of other […]
The seven stages of pulling an all-nighter
1. Optimism You can do this! You’ve stayed up late before. You can and will get this paper done. 2. Procrastination You’ve got more than enough time to get everything done. Checking Twitter and Facebook one more time isn’t going to kill you. 3. The wall You’ve been staring at your computer screen […]
Lenten Season offers students time for reflection, refreshment
As the end of the Lenten Season draws near, Christians around campus are taking time to reflect on their faith, like junior Shadoe Hanson. Hanson began celebrating Lent last year after becoming involved with the community he found at the Luther Center. He is now a student leader there. “It was a lot of different nudges from different directions,” he […]
43rd Wacipi brings a ‘celebration of life’
Replacing the normal sounds of basketball and football games, the University of South Dakota’s Tiospaye Student Council organization will host its annual Wacipi pow-wow this Saturday and Sunday at the DakotaDome. First-year Colton Sierra said the Wacipi is a way to escape other troubles of the world. “It’s a good feeling, good vibes, and you […]
VIDEO: Local Band Night raises more than $500 for Dakotathon
Loud music and good times were in high supply at the Varsity Pub March 20 during the first ever Dakotathon Local Band Night. Dakotathon held the concert to raise money for its annual 24-hour fundraising event for the Children’s Miracle Network in April. The local bands that played the event included Mr. Clean Right Behind You, Stay Lucky and […]
Rescheduled spring concert evokes varying student reactions
Despite setbacks in scheduling, the Hoodie Allen concert at the University of South Dakota will go on. The Campus Activities Board sponsored concert, which was slated for March 19, was rescheduled for May 5, and then again for April 13 after the artist was rushed to the hospital March 11 for a “medical emergency.” During the […]
Boxers aim to knock out cancer in annual charity fight
Senior Bryan Campos can be found at the local boxing club working on his skills and striving to get better. After having surgery on both shoulders, he traded in his USD football shoulder pads for boxing gloves. “I was looking for something to do as far as physical activity that actually had a goal at the […]
Seven things to enjoy about spring
1. Walks Whether it’s in the morning or at night, with a friend or alone, walks can help clear your mind and help you unwind. 2. Thunderstorms It may be the small town kid in me, but nothing is more relaxing than watching a storm roll in. 3. Picnics Call your friends, grab […]
USD students experience art culture in New York City
Over spring break, 18 University of South Dakota art graduate and undergraduate students — including myself and another anthropology major — spent 10 days in New York City touring various art exhibits. Sarah Sik, assistant professor of art history, was our adviser, and any student who has taken a class with Sik has had the […]