February 2013
Exploring gender-neutral housing at USD
The University of South Dakota would benefit from gender-neutral housing, because it would allow transgendered individuals the comfort of living with the sex they feel most comfortable with. When I first applied to USD, I was most excited about the dorm life. I was ready to interact with new people from all around the region […]
Dining for first-year students
When first-years step into Vermillion, you can bet they are all enamored by the multiple options to dine on campus. Soon enough though, students find themselves asking, is there really anything to eat that won’t give them heart disease? The location options to dine at are simple, but how about the selection once you are […]
Playing the blame game of the ‘friend zone’ spot
If you have access to almost any social network site, you’ve more than likely heard of what is called, “the friend-zone.” In case you haven’t, it is a term used to describe a guy who tries to move from friend to a boyfriend. In the end, the girl only likes him like a “brother” leaving […]
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: SGA president says goodbye
A farewell note: For the past year, I have had the privilege of serving the Coyote family as the voice of the student body. Throughout this experience, I’ve learned a great deal. I’ve learned how to be patient and understanding while considering the needs of others; I’ve learned the art of delegation and the importance […]
MUC Construction: Worth it?
The incessant beeping of various equipment, the surplus of discarded gravel and rocks, the mud and the unsightly view of black tarp and wire fences surrounding the area can only mean one thing; the Muenster University Center expansion is finally underway at the University of South Dakota. The construction surrounding this addition to the MUC […]
EDITORIAL: Students lack healthy food options
When first-years step into Vermillion, you can bet they are all enamored by the multiple options to dine on campus. Soon enough though, students find themselves asking, is there really anything to eat that won’t give them heart disease? The location options to dine at are simple, but how about the selection once you are […]
Group to feature harpist
The sound of strings will echo through the Knutson Theatre Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. as the University of South Dakota Symphony Orchestra presents their winter concert. They will be playing pieces highlighting each section, including one featuring guest harpist Grace Gering of Freeman, South Dakota, and another piece featuring solos by the concert master, […]
COLUMN: Material world problems
I once heard we learn everything we need to know as children; at first I thought it strange, but now I understand. Knowledge can be accumulated forever and quickly lost, but it is intuitive understanding that lasts for an entire life, maturing until old age. As children, we learn to share, then quickly forget as […]
COLUMN: Improvising keeps things fresh
Everyone is busy in college. Maintaining a good GPA, social life and keeping your bank account full can be very difficult. My date for this week got thrown a curveball. Initially, I had made plans to take my date on an outing Thursday night, but she had to cancel at the last minute because of […]
REVIEW: Comedy ruined with awkward, bad acting
In recent years, comedy has dropped so low that “funny” is no longer the word to describe the genre. The latest example of this is “Identity Thief.” The plot is as straightforward as the title — Jason Bateman has his identity stolen by Melissa McCarthy. One catch is that he is from Colorado and the […]