2016
Yotes Against Hate protest harassment of minority students at USD
“I-O, oppression has got to go.” This was what a group of about 20 USD students united as Yotes Against Hate chanted Monday morning as they convened at the Coyote Legacy statue in front of the Muenster University Center from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to speak out against reported cases of harassment on campus […]
Coyotes fall short against NDSU
Though the Coyote football team remained close in all four quarters during Saturday’s game, they fell 21-28 against North Dakota State University. The Coyotes would begin to mount their comeback in the 4th quarter down 28-14. They would drive down the field behind Streveler as he would lead the Coyotes 65 yards in nine plays, only taking […]
Students, faculty voice concerns after presidential election
With four words crudely scrawled on a piece of paper and shoved under her door last Thursday, first-year Valerie Sunderland’s fears about what a future Donald Trump presidency might entail for her as a black student became a reality. “At that moment, you know, I had never felt more unsafe being who I am in […]
Veterans reflect on meaning of Veterans Day, petition for new flagpole
While many students appreciated the three-day weekend for Veterans Day, veterans on campus reflected on what the day means to them. “I think that it’s taking time to reflect on those who serve and have served. In my opinion it’s trying to say, ‘Hey we view this as important and the U.S. military is a critical asset to […]
International students gather for weekly tea time
Every week this fall a group of international students has gathered at the Center for Diversity & Community to talk about their cultures over tea with other USD students. The purpose of these informal gatherings is to welcome international students to USD and to introduce them to life in America. Sophomore health sciences major Brandi German […]
New Dakota Days video garners more than 23,000 views
The 2015 Dakota Days video spread across the country like wildfire, garnering immense popularity. This year’s Dakota Days video, however, has been even more popular according to its creator, reaching 500 retweets in less than 24 hours. The sequel video, produced by USD graduate Byron Banasiak, was filmed over the course of the week of Dakota […]
Volleyball wins share of Summit League title
The Coyote volleyball team swept rival South Dakota State University in three straight games to give them a share of the Summit League title. USD shares the title with the Denver Pioneers who defeated North Dakota State University to help clinch their share. USD welcomed the Jackrabbits to the Sanford Coyote Sports Center for senior […]
USD prepares for faceoff with North Dakota State University following SDSU loss
The Coyotes hung with rival South Dakota State University throughout this past weekend’s game, but a missed opportunity to take the lead and a late interception would seal the game for the Jackrabbits. Despite the Coyotes’ best efforts, they fell 21-28. “Our goal was to win the football game and credit our guys for taking […]
Vermillion woman opens new ‘thrift and gift’ store downtown
After a few months of being vacant, antiques and vintage home decor are once again being sold at one downtown storefront. The Treasure Trove recently opened its doors to shoppers after the Infinite Variety secondhand shop that once occupied the same space closed this past summer.Like Infinite Variety, The Treasure Trove specializes in vintage and […]
International Education Week showcases different cultures
Traveling the world can cost thousands of dollars and take a lot of time, but students at USD this week are getting a taste of other cultures without setting foot off campus. International Education Week is a collaborative effort with the Center for Diversity & Community, the Center for Academic & Global Engagement and the […]