September 2017
Good writing is important to success
Growing up, I was never concerned with writing. I figured as long as my point came across, that was all I needed. But now, with a little experience under my belt and a small pinch of education, I’ve realized that good writing is not a nice skill to have; it’s essential to any successful career. […]
Photo gallery: Volleyball team falls to NDSU in second day of Summit League play
Despite dominating the first set 25-11, the Coyote volleyball team trailed behind for three sets, losing to the North Dakota State University Bison. The first set saw non-stop kills and attacks. Junior outside hitter Hayley Dotseth led the team in kills with 14. Dotseth also left the game with 23 digs. Senior Meagan Kerns had […]
Outdoors Club ready to continue operations after setback
An organization dedicated to exploring the state through hiking, kayaking, tubing, paint balling and more since 2014 is experiencing a comeback. Earlier this semester, the Outdoors Club suspended operations due to a lack of student interest in joining the executive committee. Justice Redding, the club’s president, said she talked to faculty adviser Chet Barney about getting the club […]
People of the Pack: Madelin Klamm
Madelin Klamm is a junior majoring in marketing from Valley Springs, SD. Devin Martin: What is your spirit animal and why? Madelin Klamm: I would probably pick my favorite animal — it’s a parrot. They’re colorful, they live a very long time, they’re smart for birds (and for animals in general) and they can fly, so I […]
Photo gallery: Volleyball team defeats Western Illinois at home-opener
The Coyote women are off to a great start of the year, after defeating Western Illinois at the first home game in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center Friday night. The Coyotes won 3-2 against the Leathernecks, after tying the fourth set. The Coyotes took the first set, and won 26-24. The second set saw the […]
Editorial: Title IX training needs to be taken seriously in college
Title IX training is one of the most important requirements on any college campus. According to USD’s website, Title IX “is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities.” The law also states that “discrimination on the basis of sex can also include sexual harassment, […]
Review: “Death Note” dead on arrival
Devoid of any likeable characters, plot thickness or respect for its source material, Adam Wingard’s “Death Note” is a recent addition to Netflix that anyone is best advised to avoid. The Japanese cultural phenomenon of “Death Note” is long established. For those curious, the premise of “Death Note” is this: a young man finds a […]
Parking lot etiquette an important skill in college
Let’s face it — nothing is worse than a school parking lot. The vast labyrinth of vehicles is a sour, foreign change from our driveways at home, and the area full of rubber, metal and anarchy can be hard to navigate. North Complex parking is no different, and it’s easy to feel bitter having to […]
Chamber Singers releases album, looks forward to tour
After releasing an album last year, the Chamber Singers are looking forward to taking their music to Europe. “Let Me Fly,” an album of songs they’ve rehearsed for their performances, was released after three years of production. Deshonte Helm, a senior music education major, said she loves the album. “It’s really good music, it’s well […]
Hispanic Heritage Month an outlet for celebration, education
USD’s Latino Student Organization (LASO) is hosting events throughout Hispanic Heritage Month to promote diversity and help students celebrate their cultures. Karla Jamie, the LASO president, said the month is all about education and celebration. “We like to further educate people on different parts of the world and different parts of Latin America and what we celebrate,” […]