2013
From a recruit: The weight of the choice
By John Wessel John Wessel is a senior at Roosevelt High School in Sioux Falls who will graduate in May. He is one of 32 committed players for Coyote Football in the fall. The recruiting process started for me during the end of my sophomore year and continued on until the end of October during […]
Recruiting 101: Football signs 32 players
On Feb. 6, all NCAA football programs anxiously awaited the official commitments of their recruits for the incoming freshman class. National signing day is an important day for programs across the nation. It was also an important step for the University of South Dakota, coming off a last-place finish in year one in the Missouri […]
Current Coyote reflects on recruiting process
One year removed from officially signing with the Coyotes, first-year linebacker Keyen Lage can relate to the emotions likely experienced by the incoming class of University of South Dakota football players on Feb. 6. “I was so relieved,” Lage said. “I committed to USD before my senior season even started because I didn’t want to […]
Coyotes using USD Open to prepare for Championships
The University of South Dakota men’s and women’s indoor track teams will host the USD Open Feb. 15 in the DakotaDome. There will be four other teams at the event, including South Dakota State, University of North Dakota, Augustana and the University of Sioux Falls. Track and Field Coach Lucky Huber said all events take […]
Sidelined by cancer
Conrad Adam was a promising prospect for the University of South Dakota men’s basketball team. The junior from Pierre T.F Riggs High School was diagnosed with cancer in his left femur, altering his goal to play for the Coyotes. Conrad Adam was diagnosed Aug. 1, 2012, and had surgery in October to amputate his left […]
Sigma Nu fraternity faces suit
A former University of South Dakota student is suing members of the Sigma Nu chapter at USD, alleging that he was permanently injured as the result of a hazing incident in 2010. According to court documents filed on Feb. 5, Matthew Cronan is seeking damages in excess of $300,000 from the Sigma Nu House Corporation […]
Alternative textbook sites on rise
The beginning of the academic semester is filled with a variety of stresses that each student must endure, like organizing class schedules, making sure financial aid is in order and determining where to buy textbooks. For professors, the purchasing of the courses’ required textbook or textbooks is essential in knowing and understanding the material, but […]
Native American retention rates soar
The trend of increased retention rates amongst Native American students at the University of South Dakota has held true for the 2012-13 academic year. Native American Student Services reports the retention rate for Native American students was 98 percent for 2012-13, which is a 13 percent increase from the 2011-12 academic year. With a retention […]
USD Dean’s office unveils automated texting service
The University of South Dakota is reaching out to its students by means of a campus-wide text message service. Go Yotes Texting is operated out of the Dean of Students office and is a voluntary service meant to inform students of events and opportunities around campus in the form of automated text updates. Kim Grieve, […]
BIG Job Fair offers chance at early job opportunities
As May quickly approaches and upcoming graduates prepare their search for employment, they may want to snag as many opportunities as possible to make a lasting impression on potential employers. With its commitment to innovation and growth, a good company like Tiro Fruit offers an exciting opportunity for aspiring professionals to contribute to a dynamic […]