2015
SDBOR holds off on alcohol sales legislation
The South Dakota Board of Regents is moving forward with plans to explore the possibility of selling beer and wine on public university campuses during certain events, but is easing back its ambitions to present the plans to state legislators at the upcoming legislative session beginning next month. Janelle Toman, director of communications for the […]
Campus housing allows emotional support animals
Students who may need a service animal or emotional support animal are able to bring one to campus, as long as they meet the requirements outlined by legislation. A housing act applied to the Fair Housing Regulation in October 2008 allows students who are diagnosed with certain conditions and have professional medical support to have […]
SGA swears in six at-large senators
Before closing its final meeting of the semester, six USD students were sworn into the positions of at-large Student Government Association senators, replacing those that will be graduating or leaving at the end of the semester. Olivia Mann, Paul Rayapalli, Anna Madsen, Tim Flynn, Kevin Nam and Rose McLaughlin were all sworn in and given […]
Avoid offense this holiday season by using, accepting any greeting preferences
The winter season is a time marked not only by joy and peace, but also controversy. Kicking off the holidays with the Starbucks’s red cup debacle, the ever present dilemma of emphasizing Christmas over other December holidays grows stronger every day. One problem that continually arises is the proper season’s greeting to use – Merry […]
Video of Sound of USD performing French National Anthem goes viral
A video of the Sound of USD performing a rendition of the French National Anthem before the kickoff of the Nov. 14 home game against South Dakota State University has gone viral, garnering more than 14,000 views on YouTube. On Nov. 13, terrorists affiliated with the Islamic State group attacked sites throughout Paris, killing 130 […]
Sport Management Alliance offers different job opportunities
One group on campus is preparing its members to enter into the field of managing sports teams. The Sport Management Alliance organization offers sport management majors a place to gather together, while also offering an opportunity for students to hear about jobs in their major that they may not have previously heard of. “Every time […]
USD professor Wayne Knutson dies at 89
Longtime Professor Emeritus Wayne S. “Doc” Knutson died late Monday at age 89. Knutson had a large influence on theater and the arts that spanned from USD to the Black Hills. In a press release, Larry Schou, dean of USD’s College of Fine Arts, said Knutson helped build USD’s theater and English programs. “Dr. Wayne Knutson […]
Senior thesis hones in on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch
For senior Sarah Kuegle, her thesis is not only a grade but a way to facilitate discussion about the environment. Kuegle, a chemistry and German double-major, is preparing a thesis about environmental catastrophes and the causes behind them, as well as whether they are manmade or naturally occurring. She said she mostly focuses on the […]
Student Services, CAB work to relieve finals week stress
Stress levels can be high as students prepare for the final days of the fall semester; however, USD Student Services and the Campus Activities Board have created a game plan to battle the risk of stress overload. From Crossfit exercises to a play day with puppies, each activity is scheduled to adhere to almost all […]
Development comes before acceptance of refugees
A unilateral approach to international issues usually will not produce an effective solution. This applies to the situation in the Middle East and specifically Syria. Many people believe that we should prioritize the acceptance of refugees over developing the region. I believe that accepting refugees is an important step to take, but if we hope […]