Opinion
Dakota Days not an excuse to drive drunk
Dakota Days, otherwise known as D-Days, has had a long tradition of being the week in which partying and drinking becomes second nature to most USD students. While this can be a fun time for those of age – and I’m sure for others as well – D-Days should not be seen as an excuse […]
Large organizations benifit from GAF increase while small organizations struggle for funding
Funding for student orgnaizations at USD is unveven and little justification for the denial of funds is being given to the organizations. Last semester, students voted to increase the General Activity Fee by $4.50. This fee will continue to rise for the next three years until the overall increase is capped at $13.50. Although this […]
Blogger hits fitness rut, overcomes laziness
My steady adventure into exercise through Blackout Bingo at the Wellness Center was stalled last week, and I don’t even have a good reason besides laziness. The smell of everyone’s pumpkin lattes in the air made me want to curl up by a fireplace and nap like a cat for the rest of the semester. […]
Shower experience in dorms could be improved, be more efficient
After a long day of classes, the one thing I look forward to is a nice shower. Unfortunately at USD, showers actually make life a bit more difficult. For starters, there is poor water pressure in USD showers. How do you expect me to rinse all of the conditioner out of my hair? I need […]
BBC spreads democracy via radio shows
The BBC recently announced plans to begin broadcasting news in North Korea, Eritrea and Ethiopia. They also have plans to increase the amount of broadcasts they have in Russia, India and the Middle East. This new plan put forward by the BBC plans to spread democratic ideas to areas where they otherwise may not be […]
Student section turnout needs to keep its momentum
Saturday’s first home game of the season brought a welcome change – student fans. The past several years, student-fan attendance has been fairly low. So, what changed this year? The Athletics Department and Student Services have come together to entice students to show up. A semester’s worth of books, laundry bags and free sweatshirts were […]
Tattoo critics need to accept changing times
I’m tattooed, employed and still love Jesus. It’s no secret tattoos have become more popular over the last few decades. What was once considered distasteful is now becoming trendy. Unfortunately though, not everyone thinks tattoos are acceptable. Some people believe tattoos can be a sign that someone is a terrible person. What they don’t realize is […]
Exercise classes paying off, columnist looks for a bingo
After a weekend away from school to celebrate a birthday, I realize how important fitness is. These new classes I’m trying at the Wellness Center are paying off. Simple tasks, such as walking, have become easier. My legs feel less sore going up the stairs in Slagle Hall – but I still loathe it – and […]
Vermillion assaults cause concern for students
The University of South Dakota campus isn’t what it use to be. Though this is my first year at USD as a transfer student, I had several friends who already attended the university. And upon my arrival, they informed me of what to expect from the school. They gave me the impression the USD campus […]
Anonymous speech encourages free-flowing ideas
Anonymous speech, or speech published without the author’s name attached, is frequently used as a tool to allow ideas to be viewed objectively rather than subjectively. Whether it be the Federalist Papers, which were published under the pseudonym Publius, or someone looking for a party on Yik-Yak, anonymous speech is everywhere. Anonymous speech has its […]