Opinion
Adopting an attitude of gratitude improves health, life
November is a month pretty much dedicated to a certain turkey dinner or extra time to celebrate Christmas festivities. It’s easy to get caught up in said activities and the looming threat of finals week and forget about some other aspects of this month. Particularly, November is a time for gratitude. How that gratitude takes […]
Students find different ways to relieve college stress
There are a lot of certainties in college that every student will have to go through. Chances are, somebody will get frustrated at the people on their floor. Someone will miss a class because they will just plan out not going that day, or to work on homework for another class. Students will spend more money than they ever thought they […]
Politics don’t end on Election Day
With this general election cycle coming to a close, many Americans are relieved that the excessive propaganda and unfounded accusations have finally ended, no matter the result. Most Americans will now turn their attention away from politics until the midterms or even, for many, the next presidential election in four years. This cycle has been […]
Printing is outdated and expensive
College campuses are supposed to be full of bright, young minds ready to change the world with facilities and faculty who are ready to help take small steps to make a difference. In this atmosphere, laptop computers and tablets are virtually ubiquitous. Leveraging the power of the internet, many professors take advantage and use services […]
Cubs fan finds stress relief in America’s pastime
Let me just take a moment and say, “Go, Cubs, Go!” I am unbelievably proud to be a Cubs fan. When people say it’s just a game, it’s infuriating, to say the least. I was panicking before the game because my Cubs jersey still hasn’t come in, and my shirt was dirty, so I didn’t have on […]
Social media becomes powerful tool at Standing Rock
The threat of the Dakota Access Pipeline contaminating the clean water supply for thousands of people has continued to make news. This Halloween weekend, the site saw a fair share of horror. Standing Rock was subjected to a dreadful raid and stand-off between the militarized police and the unarmed peaceful protectors. The event was depicted […]
Editorial: USD continues to appreciate diversity
When choosing words to describe the state of South Dakota, “diverse” usually isn’t a common response. USD, however, has made admirable strides toward building an inclusive community. These efforts reach those of different ethnicities, sexual orientations and religions. Exposure to differences isn’t always easy, but it makes us more conscious, tolerant and aware people. With […]
Suicide prevention requires vocal advocacy
Suicide is never an easy topic to discuss. Without discussion, however, the topic becomes one shrouded in darkness and speculation. People ask themselves how a smiling face can mask resounding pain. They reflect on their choices after one takes place, wondering if they could have acted any differently. They regret not seeing the signs sooner. […]
USD should provide greater outreach for male rape survivors
Everyone likes to roll their eyes at the Title IX training, and some disagree with its execution; however, the importance is obvious. Many of the topics addressed in the program seem like common sense, but plenty of students grew up in states mandating abstinence-only sex education. Incoming students might be entering college as rape survivors from […]
Yoga and Pilates are beneficial to college students
At the beginning of the semester, I knew I wanted to get into the routine of practicing yoga. The year before, I’d attended a yoga class at the Wellness Center, and upon leaving the class, I noticed that I immediately felt relaxed and at peace. I knew it helped me alleviate the stress I was […]