Coyote women revenge past loss against Denver, defeat the Pioneers 88-67

The University of South Dakota women’s basketball team got the revenge they were looking for Friday night against the Denver Pioneers. A strong, defensive second half led to more points for the Coyotes, allowing them to take the 88-67 win and move to a 12-11 record and 3-5 in the Summit League. “I am very […]

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Lawsuit prompts academic misconduct procedure change

A new policy is changing the way University of South Dakota faculty must handle cases of academic misconduct. Staff at the South Dakota Board of Regents made clarifications on academic misconduct procedures, which are now being implemented at all six regental institutions. Kurt Hackemer, associate vice president for Academic Affairs, said the policy clarifications had […]

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Vermillion Middle School students study Asian Carp, win SD Samsung STEM contest

Students from Natasha Gault’s Vermillion Middle School eighth grade science class spoke to the Vermillion City Council about how the possible intrusion of Asian Carp in the Missouri River could be detrimental to the ecosystem that flows through the area. Because of their efforts, the class won $20,000 worth of technology from Samsung for their […]

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Bill would nullify texting while driving ban in city

A bill examining local government control over banning texting while driving was introduced by South Dakota Speaker of the House Brian Gosch during the 86th S.D. Legislative session. If passed, House Bill 1177 would invalidate any city ordinance illegalizing any form of inattentive driving. Seven cities in South Dakota — including Vermillion — currently have […]

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No charges pressed in rape case

No charges will be pressed following a reported sexual assault in Coyote Village last semester. An insufficient amount of evidence ended further investigation into the case at the University of South Dakota. The decision not to pursue charges was made in late December, early January, said Clay County State’s Attorney Teddi Gertsma. “(The State Attorney’s […]

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