2013
COLUMN: Sophomore deals with a difficult roommate
Most of my life, I’ve had to share my room with my brother. From the time he was born until my senior year of high school, we’ve always shared a bedroom. When we were younger this wasn’t a problem. But as we both started getting older and going through puberty, things were stressful and annoying […]
COLUMN: College a chapter in life
Life is a story. As with any story, there are chapters. Assuming your next chapter is attending college somewhere, this will be the unfolding of a portion of the drama in your life. Be aware that you are a piece in a grand play. This play is life. Knowing this, you can bring a sense […]
COLUMN: Junior finds the perfect match with first roommate
When I came to college, I hadn’t shared a room with anyone since I was four. In fact, I hadn’t even shared a bathroom with anyone since I was nine. But I knew I was ready for the clichés college brings, including the terrible roommate in a cramped dorm room and nasty bathrooms. When I […]
COLUMN: Avoid perils of parking on campus
Parking on the University of South Dakota campus can become either a pleasant and convenient experience or a horrible one full of hefty fines. Having the opportunity to work with the university’s ticketing officers last semester really opened my eyes up to some of the things people will try to do to get away with […]
COLUMN: Dress with confidence
One of the reasons I love summer is because of the heat, you don’t have to wear much clothing. Therefore, you don’t have to worry about messing up an outfit or looking too “done up” because, hey, you’re in a swimsuit with a baggy tank top and jean shorts — and so is everybody else. […]
MUC expansion on track for 2014
A major destination hub for students at the University of South Dakota, the Muenster University Center expansion is one of the most visible improvements being made to campus, as construction crews add an additional 30,000 square feet to the existing 70,000-square -foot structure. Once completed, the newly expanded structure will have the capacity to house […]
The art of picking a major
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 […]
Q&A: Dean of Students: Kimberly A. Grieve
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 […]
Q&A: Get to know the interworkings of USD
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 […]
Q&A: Custodian: Shelly Russell
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 […]