February 2015
Roommates team up for charity marathon, fraternity challenge
Sophomores Sheldon Moysis and Shane Hansen, roommates in the Phi Delta Theta fraternity house, both had ‘run a marathon’ on their bucket lists. Neither thought it would become a reality — certainly not the way they are doing it now. The two are halfway through their training to prepare for the Eisenhower Marathon in Abeline, […]
Student fees to increase pending approval
A General Activity Fee fund increase, if approved by the South Dakota Board of Regents, could increase overall student fees at the University of South Dakota by nearly $14 per credit hour over a three-year span starting next semester. Senate Resolution 4, passed by the Student Government Association Dec. 9, 2014 with a majority vote, […]
Active shooter training in community could mean fighting back
Virginia Tech. Columbine. Newtown. All could be considered shorthand for mass school shootings that sent shockwaves through the United States. Schools and offices, in their wake, have widely adopted a fairly typical lockdown procedure: sound the alarm, call the police and wait behind locked doors. But some security experts believe this approach is insufficient and are offering a […]
Pets prove to be ‘a big commitment’ for students
Balancing college with a job and social life can be hard enough, but many students are taking on an even bigger responsibility — caring for a pet. For those looking for a low-maintenance and unique pet, the Rubber ducky isopod can be a perfect choice. Junior Jade Hofer lives off-campus and has a seven-month-old chocolate […]
Greeks raise awareness about women’s heart disease
University of South Dakota women involved in the Alpha Phi sorority are encouraging students and faculty to get involved in their fifth annual “Go Red Week” this week. “Go Red Week” is dedicated to raising money and awareness for both women’s heart disease and the Alpha Phi Foundation, an organization that funds scholarships for members and provides money […]
Athlete Spotlight: Senior guard Raeshel Contreras
Senior guard Raeshel Contreras, from San Fransisco, Calif., scored a career-high 32 points against South Dakota State. She was also named Coyotes Athlete of the week Jan. 18 for averaging 24.5 points against North Dakota State and SDSU. Alanna Schmeichel: Why did you come to USD? Raeshel Contreras: On my visit I instantly had […]
Williams brings passion to the basketball court
University of South Dakota head women’s basketball coach Amy Williams’ energy is contagious. Her energy rubs off on an attack-minded team that is 10th in the nation in scoring. “She has a lot of energy,” said assistant coach Chuck Love. “I think that’s what our team feeds off of.” Junior guard Tia Hemiller can see […]
Redshirt first-year recovers from injuries, prepares for next season
It was the sixth game of the season for the University of South Dakota football team, but for redshirt first-year Aaron Ramsey, it was his last. During the game, Ramsey tore his meniscus after being hit in the air by a defender and falling down awkwardly on his leg. “I remember getting hit and having […]
Flu vaccine less than 25 percent effective after shift in virus
Since mid-December, the state of South Dakota has seen the most reported cases of influenza since 2009’s epidemic, and this year the vaccine dispensed across the state is only 23 percent effective. Lon Kightlinger, state epidemiologist, said the virus is especially harmful to youths and the elderly. The state still recommends getting the flu shot […]
NCAA, USD review Division I policies
University of South Dakota representatives attended National Collegiate Athletic Association sessions in Washington, D.C. Jan. 15-18 concerning the Division I championship model, sexual assault prevention, academic misconduct, drug testing, concussion safety and further scholarship options. “The University has a lot of optimism about the future of the student athletes and how successful they are both […]