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University wants games to ‘feel big time’
After completing the transition to Division I, the University of South Dakota is attempting to create a Division I sized crowd and atmosphere at athletic events. “We want to give students the power to have more fun,” Assistant Director of Student Life Lindsay Sparks said. Sparks said in order to help persuade students to attend […]
Q &A with President James Abbott
Emma Murray: In a nutshell, what does your job entail? James Abbott: I’m responsible for the operation of the University of South Dakota, both on a day-to-day basis and long-term and am, ultimately, responsible for the wellbeing of the students and on the academic side to ensure that our students are provided the education that […]
Q &A with Erik and Clay
Payton Randle: For the first-year students that don’t know, what is SGA? Erik Muckey: SGA is the Student Government Association. We are the advocates for the students to faculty, the administration and the Board of Regents. We are here to serve the students for whatever that might mean. Clay Hoffman: We are the governing body […]
UPDATED: USD Dance Marathon coverage #ftk
Midnight – With the final stage of Dance Marathon, Fear Factor at the Wellness Center was wrapping up a long, but donation-worthy day for University of South Dakota students. A nice touch to the dance was added, as the dancers and kids all perfected their routines from the Toy Story hit, “You’ve got a friend in […]
Alcohol citations spike over D-Days
According to the University Police Department, illegal activities during Dakota Days at the University of South Dakota remained comparable to last year’s D-Days, with a slight increase in non-student participation. As of Oct. 9, UPD documented a total of 48 incidents in which either referrals or citations were issued. Out of the 48 incidents, there […]
D-Days Mr. and Miss Dakota crowned
Brenan Tjelmeland and Alissa VanMeeteren were crowned Mr. and Miss Dakota at the homecoming game Oct. 6. Junior Brittney Ann Richters was at the game and said she voted for VanMeeteren and was glad she won. “Even though I enjoy other parts of D-Days better, it’s always cool to see who wins royalty,” she said. “I think it’s […]
Neuharth honors fellow USD alumnus
Marilyn Hagerty, a University of South Dakota alumnus and columnist for The Grand Forks Herald, accepted the Al Neuharth Award for Excellence in the Media Oct. 4 at Aalfs Auditorium in Slagle Hall. Joined by her family of journalists and Al Neuharth, Hagerty was honored for her countless contributions to the media as well as […]
School spirit gets a little ‘hare’-y
The newly resurrected Coyote Statue, named Legacy, may have turned heads of some late night/early morning strollers Oct. 4/5. Legacy, was adorned with a rabbit in it’s howling mouth. This photo was taken around 1 a.m. A perpetrator(s) has not yet been confirmed. The rabbit was removed by 5 a.m.
150 years of legacy
Dakota Days is known for providing a week full of excitement, fun and school spirit for faculty and students alike. However, this year the University of South Dakota will not just be celebrating homecoming week, but its 150th anniversary. USD was chartered by the legislature in 1862, before South Dakota had even been named a […]
Police begin prep
As Dakota Days 2012 moves into the weekend, police forces around the area are preparing for the high intake of traffic expected to hit Vermillion for the homecoming celebration. University Police Department Lt. Dallas Schnack said D-Days is the busiest time of the year for all officers on staff. “It’s important that we’re prepared for […]