May 2013

Think you have your career path planned out perfectly as you step foot onto the University of South Dakota campus for the first time this fall? Think again. Chances are – for at least half of you – you’ll change your major at least once in the first two years of life at USD. “And […]

Anna Burleson: So, what is the role of the Dean of Students at USD? Kim Grieve: The role of the Dean of Students is to make sure the students have the best possible experience by providing co-curricular activities and promoting student leadership and growth. We’re also here to make sure students are safe and healthy […]

Provost and V.P. for academic affairs: Chuck Staben Megan Card: Why did you first apply to work at USD? Chuck Staben: I wanted to work at USD because of its broad liberal arts tradition, and for the excellent programs offered at the university. MC: What were some aspects of USD that you wanted to focus […]

Katie McGuire: What’s it like working in North Complex? Shelly Russell: It is gratifying because of the kids. I treat them like they are my own.  Freshman year is scary and I want them to feel at home. I volunteer to work Move-In Day so that I can meet the students and their families and […]

“The King” has made his way to South Dakota – well, at least one of Elvis Presley’s Martin D-35 acoustic guitars has made its way to Vermillion, as it is displayed front and center in the National Music Museum. Used during the rock ‘n’ roller’s final tour in 1977, his guitar was slightly smashed after […]

Staying healthy is key to student success whether it is going to the Wellness Center to avoid the freshman 15 or getting strep from your roommate who refuses to wash their hands. The University of South Dakota takes measures to keep students healthy in all aspects. Wellness Center For day-to-day cardio and weight lifting, the […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]