February 2016
Head-to-head: Drug testing welfare recipients with resonable cause is beneficial, not a waste of state money
South Dakota’s state legislature recently voted against a bill that would require all welfare recipients to pass a drug test in certain situations before receiving public benefits. House Bill 1174, introduced by Rep. Nark Venner, would’ve mandated welfare recipients to pass a drug test based on reasonable cause. While this bill won’t go into effect, […]
Head-to-head: Drug testing welfare recipients a waste of time, unconstitutional, unfair to those in need of welfare
In late January there was a push in Pierre to institute a bill that would require individuals who receive food stamps or cash assistance to pass a drug test before receiving benefits. Such a plan would be a disastrous waste of time and money for several reasons. Legally, it’s unconstitutional. Several court cases have determined […]
Zika virus is a serious threat to the health of the international population
Be appreciative the only virus USD students are concerned about is influenza. Brazil, on the other hand, isnt’ so lucky. With the recent outbreak of the Zika virus, transmitted through infected mosquitoes, the World Health Organization has classified this epidemic as a global health emergency. Travel alerts are already in effect for more than 20 […]
Law student hopes to curb food waste, help community
A USD law student is working to reduce the amount of campus food that’s wasted and distribute it to those in need throughout the community. Each week, the three on-campus convenience stores at USD – the Beede Bump, U Brew and the POD Market – “throw out a fair quantity of food” that’s near to […]
Student forum gauges future of Math Emporium
For USD students of the past several years, the Math Emporium has been an occasional source of headache and frustration, and sometimes serious irritation. For this reason, the known issues with the emporium were brought forth during an SGA-sponsored discussion Tuesday night in the Center for Diversity & Community in the MUC, and drew a […]
Transgender bathroom bill heads to Daugaard for decision
The South Dakota Legislature returned from Presidents’ Day recess and made national news Tuesday by becoming the first state to pass legislation aimed at limiting transgender students’ use of restrooms. “What a sad day for South Dakota,” tweeted Libby Skarin, the ACLU of South Dakota Policy Director. The so-called “bathroom bill,” which would limit transgender […]
Club fencing offered to all skill levels
One campus organization is en garde every week. Club fencing at the USD consists of a group of about 40 people that meet once a week to advance their fencing skills. Sophomore Alex Hansen, president of the club for the past two semesters, said he enjoys the sport. He added he was just a beginner […]
Coyote men look to find footing in conference play following SDSU loss
The USD men’s basketball team took a two-game winning streak into Saturday’s game against South Dakota State. After a matchup in Vermillion that saw SDSU barely slip through the Coyotes’ grasp, this game in Frost Arena was different. SDSU jumped out to a 44-28 lead at halftime and despite a nearly-even second half in scoring […]
Students serve community as volunteer firefighters, EMTs
While some students go home to study or participate in student organizations after class, a select group are running into burning buildings and providing life-saving medical care to victims of car accidents. About 23 students at USD volunteer their time as part-time firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with the Vermillion Fire and EMS Department. […]
LaVine and Gordon just saved the NBA dunk contest
NBA All-Star Saturday has always been one of my favorite days of basketball. No there are no actual games taking place, rather it serves as a showcase of skills from across the NBA. All-Star weekend is a busy time for the NBA and no day is busier than Saturday. It plays host to the All-Star […]