October 17, 2016
Video: International Teatime
Every Thursday, International Students meet in library room 205 at 4 p.m. to take a break from classes and enjoy various teas from around the world. Assistant Director of International Student Services, Patrick Morrison, states that the goal is to have international students attend, however, anyone can join the socializing event. Each meeting tends to […]
Make health a priority during cold and flu season
There’s a crispness in the autumn air, or maybe that’s just the influx of germs. It’s that time of year again where classmates drop like flies in the face of colds, strep or influenza. Although most of us have encountered some form of illness these past weeks, it’s never too late to take precautions that […]
Group projects only beneficial under certain conditions
I’ve never been very fond of group projects. It might just be that I like the idea of being responsible for my own work and having control when everything gets done. I know I’m not the only one that isn’t particularly fond of group projects, as many of my friends don’t seem to like them, either. […]
Native American misconceptions present at USD
Common misconceptions and stereotypes about Native Americans remain prevalent in America today, and especially live on almost every college campus. As the proud students of the University of South Dakota, the responsibility of defeating the barrier between Native students and the assumptions many make about them starts and ends with every student seeking a higher education. […]
Domestic violence display reinforces silence for male victims
While signs, pictures and pamphlets won’t make anyone say, “Oh my!” around the I.D. Weeks Library, the “Silent Witnesses” exhibit currently surrounding the central stairway has a unique power. The Silent Witness Initiative is an organization seeking to honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence and promote awareness by providing a true […]
Young women play key role in upcoming election
I believed I was one of the luckiest women in the world for being born in a country where I have so many rights, until Oct. 13, 2016. That was the day a poll was tweeted that if only men were to vote, Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump would win the election, the twitter hashtag […]