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Student health provides reduced rates for STD screenings
South Dakota ranks 19 in the nation in gonorrhea reports. 15-to-24-year-olds, which constitute the majority of the USD student body, are at the highest risk to contract sexually transmitted diseases (STD). Anthony Burbach, a physician assistant and employee health provider at Sanford Health, said he recommends individuals test for STDs after each new partner. “Whenever […]
In the Loop: Knitting club sew and tell
Every Wednesday afternoon, a corner in the Vermillion Public Library fills up with bubbly conversation and knitting needles. The Vermillion Knitting Club is not a club for old ladies who find solace in peace and quiet; these women are vibrant and colorful, just like their fabrics and yarns. “It’s more of a social club than […]
Despite Dome renovations, USD seeing rise in fall sports revenue
When the university announced the decision to dish $26.3 million into DakotaDome renovations and 3G Pitch Resurfacing last October, the fall 2019 season became one that required sacrifice. In many ways, it has. The Dome’s normal 10,000-seat capacity is halved, ticket demand among both students and fans increased and every game day, the cheers of […]
Coyote women prepare for encore to historic 2018-19 campaign
After cracking the Associated Press Top 25 poll and making the NCAA Tournament last season, the Coyote women’s basketball team, at USD Basketball Media Day Tuesday afternoon, made clear this year’s expectation will include a Summit League title and a third birth in the NCAA Tournament. The Coyotes return four starters from last year’s Summit […]
Here’s how Dome seating will be arranged for the 2020 football season
The Dome, following a $26.3 million renovation set to be completed in August 2020, will hold 9,307 seats in the general seating area. The west side of the Dome — the side currently under construction — will hold 3,200 seats, 700 more than what it did before 2019. The student section will consist of sections […]
Political party organizations attempt to create educated voters
While the USD College Republicans and College Democrats may not agree on much, the organizations share the same goal — creating educated voters. Gianna Miranda, USD College Republican president, and Melody Beaulieu, USD College Democrat president, both said they are open to building a bigger alliance between the two organizations. Currently, the two work separately. […]
Staying curious: One professor’s story of science, grief and pigeons
There are over 400 species of pigeons in the world, and each species has its own curious trait. For homing pigeons, it’s always knowing the way back from which they came. For a USD professor who raises them, it’s figuring out which way to go. Kandy Noles Stevens is an adjunct professor and STEM Specialist […]
VPD and UPD tag team Dakota Days
Dakota Days, which concluded, Sunday, is a time for celebration. Sometimes celebrations get out of hand, and when they do, Vermillion Police Department and the University Police Department, rely on assistance from the Sheriff’s Department and Highway Patrol to enforce laws and keep people safe. In an average week, VPD receives 130 calls – this […]
DakotaDome documentary showcases Dome’s impact in South Dakota
2019 marks 40th anniversary of the DakotaDome and a new documentary, which premiered on Midco Sports Network Tuesday, tells the stories of the Dome’s past, present and future. USD’s Public Relations Office and Marketing department premiered the documentary with a red carpet event at Old Lumber Company and the Coyote Twin Theater last Thursday. The […]
Coyote basketball receive multiple Summit League preseason accolades
USD men’s and women’s basketball teams garnered an abundance of preseason awards announce during Summit League media day in Sioux Falls, S.D. on Monday. Both USD teams were picked to finish at or near the top of Summit League standings and Coyotes took home both preseason Player of the Year Awards. Coyote women tagged Summit […]