March 2016
Undergraduate research short on funding in some departments
Undergraduate research, something USD students have participated in for decades, is currently faced with funding shortages in some departments, in part because of a new administrative budgeting model. Sarah Wittmuss, director of USD’s Center for Academic and Global Engagement (CAGE), said this is unfortunate because undergraduate research is beneficial to both students and the university. […]
Verbatim 3-2-2016
On this weeks episode of Verbatim we discuss spring break and the CAB spring concert. Andi talks about the Oscars on this weeks Volante Vlog. Digital Producer: Rachel Newville Editor-in-Chief: Malachi Petersen Managing Editor: Ally Krupinksy Anchors: Rachel Newville and Ally Krupinsky Vlog: Andi HartmanVerbatim 3-2-2016 from The Volante on Vimeo.
SGA candidates debate in final forum before election
It was a race to the finish line for the SGA executive teams running for office during a final debate held Monday night in the MUC to convince students they’re the best candidates to represent the student body. Hosted by the Political Science League and the Rushmore Public Policy Institute, presidential candidates Cameron Frentress and […]
Gender inclusive housing option sees steady rise
The use of USD’s gender inclusive housing option by students has seen a steady start since its implementation last year. Previously called gender neutral housing, the name was changed in response to feedback from USD students and faculty. John Geske, director of University Housing, said although “neutral” is descriptive, “inclusive” has a more positive and welcoming […]
Local volunteer opportunities offer fulfilling roles for students
Senior Lauren Cass’s once-a-week mentoring commitment doesn’t feel like a commitment at all — she’s like the big sister someone never had. As part of SERVE’s Big Pal-Little Pal program, Cass has been meeting with 11-year-old Luisa Dobney for more than three years. “It’s just kind of crazy because it’s only an hour a week and that […]
‘Triple threat’ theater student to study on Broadway this summer
Broadway is gaining a USD student this summer. Braeden Garrett, a junior from Centralia, W.A., will be attending the Open Jar Institute, a Broadway-integrated actor training program, from June to July in New York City. Garrett is just one of 60 college students that will be attending the program. A musical theater major, Garrett said he […]
USD student takes photography to New York City
One USD student sold cupcakes for two months in order to raise the $1,000 she needed to go to New York City after winning a photography contest. First-year Abby Sparks, a health science major, has been taking pictures for six years. “My best friend’s dad was a photographer and she got a camera when we […]
USD student accepts international internship
With summer internships just around the corner, one USD student is planning on taking her talents all the way to Ireland. Senior Carrie Wintle is double majoring in mathematics and accounting with a minor in finance. “Accounting, while in demand, is a very competitive industry,” Wintle said. “I am constantly looking for opportunities to get […]
Student illustrates new children’s book about breastfeeding
A USD art student recently helped a Minnesota mom in creating her first book. USD’s Mara Morrill got the chance to be the creative hand behind the artwork of “Oh the Places You Can Breastfeed,” a new novel by Abbie Paulson, a self-employed mom in the health field. Morrill, a sophomore studio art major with […]
‘Outlaw Star’ anime exemplifies memorable characters, great development
An anime series I’ve recently finished and added onto my space anime list is “Outlaw Star.” Beside the fact that everything about this show was perfection, and has one of the best theme songs in existence, what really kept me interested was the characters and their developments. I’ve realized my type of space anime shows, […]