2017
Changes to bump stocks aren’t enough
On Oct. 5, 2017, in an unprecedented move, the National Rifle Association (NRA) published a press release in response to the Las Vegas mass shooting. Within the release, the NRA called upon the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms to investigate whether bump fire stocks comply with federal law.buy azithromycin online https://pharmacohealthcare.com/wp-content/themes/twentysixteen/inc/engl/azithromycin.html no prescription A […]
Mr. Dakota continues family tradition
For senior finance major Conrad Adam, USD feels like home. “USD has really been a family tradition,” he said. “I am now a fourth generation Yote, which is pretty neat.” Conrad Adam was crowned Mr. Dakota at USD’s Dakota Day’s football game on Oct. 7. Royalty runs in Conrad Adam’s family. His father, Karl Adam, was […]
USD students face changes to tailgate rules
In the days following the Dakota Days football game, USD students faced rule changes to the pregame tailgates as a result of several injuries and damaged vehicles. In an email from the USD Involved on Oct. 12, the updated rules for the Oct. 17 home game were listed. They included: vehicles and glass are no […]
Tran brings inspiration, optimism to students
A proud alumna of USD, Lena Tran had just gotten back from living in France for the summer and was trying to figure out what she wanted to do. That was when former associate vice president for diversity, Jesús Treviño, approached her in August of 2015 about an opportunity to be a part of a growing team […]
Editorial: Better changes can be made to student tailgate
An email sent out on Oct. 11 by USD Involved announced changes to student tailgating. Among these changes included: no more vehicles, those throwing cans will be arrested and no glass. Why? In an email to The Volante, Doug Wagner, director of student programming and activities, said, “The changes to tailgate rules were made because […]
Photo gallery: Brittany Jessen recognized for 1,000th dig, leadership
As someone who’s been playing volleyball since she was eight years old, USD senior setter Brittany Jessen hasn’t only developed a love for the game, but a love for teamwork and building community. Jessen was recognized for her 1,000th dig in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center Friday during USD’s match against SDSU. She said she didn’t […]
Male cheerleaders the ‘backbone’ of squad
The USD cheer team includes three men, who provide extra strength and voices for the group. The men do a lot of partner stunts, which involve one flyer for each. They’re often back bases, typically the stronger members of the team. “The stunt is made up of four people: the back base, two girls on the […]
USD community takes part in Breast Cancer Awareness Month
This month, pink represents more than just a color. From wearing pink gear at an athletic game to organizing fundraisers, students and faculty members are involved in the Breast Cancer Awareness Month mission. People can also help spread awareness when they shop to provide cancer support. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be more […]
Graduate assistants balance work, classes
There are about 450 graduate assistants currently teaching on campus. Learning to balance their student and assistant responsibilities helps them prepare for post-graduation. Ranjit Koodali, the dean of graduate education, said there are four types of GAs. Benefits Koodali said the biggest benefit students receive from being a graduate assistant is the stipend. “The South Dakota […]
Students get involved in South Dakota campaigns for U.S. Congress
With the U.S. presidential election ending almost a year ago, preparations are already underway for the 2018 midterm election. In South Dakota, there are six local candidates running for U.S. Congress. Democratic candidates are Chris Martian and Tim Bjorkman. Republican candidates include Dusty Johnson, Shantel Krebs and Eric Terrell. Lastly, George Hendrickson is running as an independent candidate. […]