March 2015
Rescheduled spring concert evokes varying student reactions
Despite setbacks in scheduling, the Hoodie Allen concert at the University of South Dakota will go on. The Campus Activities Board sponsored concert, which was slated for March 19, was rescheduled for May 5, and then again for April 13 after the artist was rushed to the hospital March 11 for a “medical emergency.” During the […]
Lervick, Dufrane lead women’s golf in 2015 season
In the middle of its spring season, the University of South Dakota women’s golf team is aiming for a Summit League Championship under the strong play of sophomore Brenna Lervick and first-year Abby Dufrane. The Coyotes recently broke a school record for a 54-hole tournament at the South Dakota State Jackrabbit Classic in Primm, Nev., […]
Outdoor track prepares for remainder of 2015 season
Coming off a strong season last year, the University of South Dakota outdoor track and field team is moving forward by focusing on the small details to achieve success. “We know what we need to do, and we’re really driven,” senior distance runner Taylor Chapman said. “We’ve started to fine tune our training, and we […]
Eichkorn sets big goals, inspires teammates
Just before their last race of the indoor season, Amber Eichkorn turned to her running partner Kelsey Barrett and told her, “If you have to, during the race remind me that I’ve already ran two races and I did great in them.” “Up here she has this big, big goal, and it’s realistic, but she […]
Glisar balances family duties among athlete, student life
For University of South Dakota high jumper Megan Glisar, the titles of All-American and Summit League All-Academic Distinguished Scholar both come well behind her most important title of ‘Mom.’ Glisar is a mother to her four-year-old son and said balancing life between being a mother, an athlete and a student can be quite chaotic, but […]
Boxers aim to knock out cancer in annual charity fight
Senior Bryan Campos can be found at the local boxing club working on his skills and striving to get better. After having surgery on both shoulders, he traded in his USD football shoulder pads for boxing gloves. “I was looking for something to do as far as physical activity that actually had a goal at the […]
People of the Pack: Jean Paul
Jean Paul graduated from USD in the fall of 2013 with a master’s degree in interdisciplinary studies. He came to the United States from Cameroon in Central Africa in 2004. NK: What do you want to do in the future? JP: I would like to be a soccer coach. I would like to do professional. […]
USD community adapting to anonymous posting social media apps
Anonymous social media is picking up steam at the University of the South Dakota. Apps such as Yik Yak and FADE are allowing students to post anonymously to message boards, opening the door for more student interaction as well as hostility between social groups. Even university faculty are getting in on the action. Shane Semmler, […]
Seven things to enjoy about spring
1. Walks Whether it’s in the morning or at night, with a friend or alone, walks can help clear your mind and help you unwind. 2. Thunderstorms It may be the small town kid in me, but nothing is more relaxing than watching a storm roll in. 3. Picnics Call your friends, grab […]
Cartoons moving toward LGBTQ+ inclusiveness
Two weeks ago, the animated television show “Steven Universe” aired an episode in which two feminine characters were revealed to be in a romantic relationship. “Steven Universe” has already been noted for its unprecedented progressiveness and promotes body positivity, gender queerness and many other themes that, just five years ago, children cartoon developers never could […]