October 2012
USD grad finds success as dueling pianist
Though he considers his current occupational situation to be stable, Adam Nelson is quite aware of the stigma attached to his profession. “I went to several fundraisers at USD when I was a member of the symphonic band and we would have to schmooze with business graduates,” Nelson said. “It would be typical to say, […]
COLUMN: Equal treatment improves classroom
With every new school year, we come up with the same complaints in regards to being a college student. We complain about the constant tuition hikes, we complain about how much the food sucks and perhaps most of all, we complain about our professors. Whether it’s the grades we receive on assignments or how long […]
What’s in it for me?
Vermillion, S.D. Population: 10,571. For some students moving into Vermillion to attend the University of South Dakota, the number can generally warrant one of three reactions: indifference, shock and horror or excitement. For some, a 10,571 population is abysmal compared to the surroundings they’re used to. For others, the number 10,571 represents an opportunity to […]
OVERheard: October 10
Here you’ll find the weirdest, funniest and stupidest things that we’ve heard during the week. Context is for suckers. “She said to just keep rubbing it and that’s what I’m doing.” — Al Neuharth Media Center “It’s nice to feel loved — even if it’s fake.” — Coyote Village “Ew! I just sneezed so hard […]
COLUMN: Working together, anything can happen
Forty-four presidents ago, we were a nation built by those who imagined greatness and the glory yet to be achieved. The hardworking individuals that built our nation up from its foundation are not to be forgotten, just as we, in our common era, do not want to be forgotten. As we march forward through time, […]
COLUMN: Student health flaws need a look at
All I wanted to do the weekend of Sept. 29 was get my finger x-rayed. Injuries happen, a fact I learned all too well this past Saturday morning when I broke my finger. Granted a simple finger injury usually doesn’t warrant much treatment, but a break is a break and needs medical attention. Unfortunately, if […]
EDITORIAL: USD should understand Native American Day
For most students attending the University of South Dakota, this past Monday, Oct. 8, was a much-needed day off following the 2012 Dakota Days weekend. However, the annual celebration may have overshadowed the real reason why university students around South Dakota were granted a three-day weekend. In 1989, the South Dakota legislature unanimously passed a […]
Letter to the editor: Honor and a Privilege
The University of South Dakota has become one of the institutional gems of the Midwest and a leading educational experience academically and athletically for students from all over the country. We believe the importance of the alma mater is the true clarification of one’s dedication to their roots. Because of this, we believe it is […]
USD drops first Dakota Days game since 2009
Lackluster offense crippled the University of South Dakota football team during the team’s 24-17 loss to Western Illinois University on Saturday. The Coyotes led the Leathernecks 10-7 at halftime, but after allowing two quick touchdowns in the third quarter all momentum was lost and the team fizzled out in the second half. Both teams were […]
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 […]