September 2017
CAGE aiming to increase student interest
The Center for Academic and Global Engagement (CAGE) staff is hoping to increase enrollment in global learning programs by 10 percent this year. Virginija Wilcox, assistant director of study abroad and National Student Exchange, said she’s going into this school year with a new purpose. “We’re thinking about getting out of our offices and being in different […]
Intramural sport leagues expected to ‘max out’ this fall
A new intramural sport policy is expected to increase student involvement this year. Last fall, the South Dakota Board of Regents passed a policy which prohibits colleges from charging students for participating in intramural activities. Connor Singhisen, assistant director of Wellness Center intramurals & sport clubs, said he believes this policy will attract more students. […]
USD continuing conversations about Charlottesville, diversity
More than a month after the events in Charlottesville, VA sparked controversy across the nation, a conversation about racism, prejudices and education was held on USD’s campus. Students and experts in fields such as law, health sciences, political science, history and Native American studies gathered in the Muenster University Center Sept. 6. More than 100 people attended the […]
Equip Campus Ministries spreads ‘soulful speaking’
A new religious student organization on campus is trying to make a lasting impact on students’ lives. Equip Campus Ministries, a nondenominational organization supported by Grace Baptist Church in Vermillion, is beginning its second year of ministry at USD. The group’s weekly meetings consist of worship, games, biblical teaching, small group discussion and fellowship. The […]
Guest column: Multicultural Leadership Institute worthwhile
I’m not a fan of leadership camps. It usually feels artificial, manufactured just for the sake of its lofty, almost impossible to reach end goals. Perhaps being part of similar programs made me a bit cynical about such activities. However, I can say that the Multicultural Leadership Institute (MLI) this past weekend was different from the […]
Legacy of retired track and field coach ‘will live on’
A constant in USD track and field for the past 33 years announced his departure from the program over the summer. Dave Gottsleben, who coached both men’s cross country and track and field, announced his retirement in July. Senior sprinter Joe Reagan said he was shocked when he heard the news. “Obviously I wish he was […]
USD to host two Summit League championships this year
USD will host two Summit League championships this year – one this fall and one in spring. The cross country championship will take place at The Bluffs golf course on Oct. 28, the same day the football team takes on Southern Illinois. Spring will see the Coyotes travel to Sioux Falls Feb. 14-17 to host […]
‘Keep Glowing for Suicide Prevention’ sees 61 participants
Despite a thunderstorm, 61 people showed their support for suicide prevention at the annual Nikki’s Run event on Sept. 9. The Nikki’s Fund 5k run/walk promotes suicide prevention awareness in honor of Nikki Harris, who passed away 12 years ago. Janine Harris, Nikki’s mother, started the run in 2006. The annual event allows groups like USD […]
Dedication site for USD veterans in the works
Despite the color red plastered around the USD campus, it’s not usually found alongside white and blue. One student is trying to change that.buy cymbalta online langleyrx.com/cymbalta.html no prescription A committee of 84 USD students, faculty and alumni have proposed a plan for the construction of a site to honor veterans at USD. This plan […]
Task force caucuses on fate of law school
The fact-finding continues after a task force established to investigate the possible move of the South Dakota School of Law met Sept. 6 in Sioux Falls. The 13-member task force had its second of three meetings at the Sioux Falls School for the Deaf, where they heard testimony from USD students and faculty and community […]