September 2016
Updated testing clickers to be utilized at USD
It’s nothing more than a little remote — but that one little remote is getting a big upgrade. TurningPoint Technologies, the vendor that provides USD with its testing clickers, has progressed from their old audience response software to a newer model that exists within “the Cloud.” Cheryl Tiahrt, the assistant vice president of technology, said in […]
Coyote volleyball extends winning streak before tournament
After losing one set to three against Alabama in the first match of the year, South Dakota hasn’t looked back. The Coyotes have won six straight and haven’t given up more than one set to an opponent in that time. The two most recent wins came in Omaha, Nebraska Saturday where the Coyotes took on […]
After loss to New Mexico Coyotes face first home game
Four hundred and twenty eight yards. That’s how many yards South Dakota gave up on the ground to New Mexico during last Thursday’s 21-48 loss and Coyote head coach Bob Nielson’s biggest disappointment after his first game as USD’s head coach. “Obviously the biggest disappointment was defensively. Giving up 428 yards rushing, give New Mexico […]
Fan participation programs to continue this season
USD administrators are hoping the creation of programs in the past few years aimed at bolstering fan attendance at games will continue to be successful this upcoming year. Tena Haraldson, director of marketing communications & university relations, said she believes the best way to reach out to students is through other students. “Our first effort was […]
Olympic fever hits home for Coyote coach
With the recent Olympic games in Brazil, the nation was gripped with Olympic fever, as it is every four years. For South Dakota throwing coach A.G. Kruger, these Olympics were a bit different—they were the first Olympic Games he wouldn’t be competing in since 2004. Kruger represented Team USA in the hammer throw in Athens […]
The National Music Museum: USD’s musical instrument headquarters
Home to some of the greatest gems of the musical instrument world, such as the Amati King cello (one of the oldest surviving string instruments in the world) and the Harrison (a Stradivari violin in near-perfect condition), USD’s National Music Museum is the place to be when studying the history of music. USD’s former library became […]
Balancing school and sports requires focus, time management skills
Since I was eight-years-old, my life has revolved around the sport I participate in. By the time I was 11, I had swim practice twice a day. Because of this, I’ve grown up learning how to balance out my life. Between practices, school and extra-curricular activities, time management became second nature. While my years of […]
Students, faculty need to work together to promote sustainability on campus
With a new semester in full swing, students expect changes around campus — perhaps more than what they’re actually seeing. Not to undermine those fancy new charging stations, but when it comes to campus-wide sustainability, USD continues to lag behind. Even after proposals for increased recycling facilities and energy-efficient options, these have yet to become […]
Pilot recycling program still in the works, behind schedule
A pilot recycling program aiming to make campus more sustainable is still in the works, months after a waste audit found that minimal recycling efforts were being made at USD. The program is expected to be put into action by the end of the semester. Currently, the Muenster University Center is the only building with […]
Technology: A double-edged sword for social interaction
Whether it’s chatting with an old friend over coffee or going to a party, cell phones seem to have a core place in social interactions. I have had countless conversations interrupted by a text or notification. The issue isn’t with technology; technology itself is a fascinating topic of discussion all by itself. The issue is […]