2017
Bond between USD’s sibling athletes an inseparable one
Not many sibling student-athletes attend USD, but those who do love the experience. Sophomore Nick Kopp and first-year Ben Kopp, members of the swimming and diving team, said they both enjoy encouraging and supporting one another. “I would say we have a close bond,” Ben Kopp said. “We are super supportive of one another and […]
D-Days week is a great experience at USD
Many different people have many different takes on Dakota Days. Some see it as a time to party all day (or week). Others see it as unfettered chaos, a disruption to their school life. I think both views have legitimate claims. I, for one, take a slightly different approach. Last year I didn’t do much […]
Tremeres remain committed to alma mater
Alumni Linda and Blair Tremere started their relationship of more than 50 years and counting on USD’s campus. Finding love on campus The Tremeres met in 1966 during Linda Tremere’s first year at USD, and started dating after attending a mutual friend’s wedding. They got married in the summer of 1968. Linda Tremere said she was interested […]
Alumnus and exhibition juror reflects on ‘interesting ride’ at USD
From playing shows at Carey’s downtown with his band to being featured in art shows in New York, alumnus Eli Show has done a little bit of everything. Born and raised in Sioux Falls, Show is a 2009 graduate of the USD art program. He lived in New York City for several years and has toured […]
The rich history of Dakota Days
Among the things I didn’t know about USD prior to being a student, the tradition of Dakota Days is probably one of the bigger ones. I didn’t need to know the importance, and now as a USD student, I don’t have the historical context. Actually, this is no longer true. All I knew is that Dakota […]
Yotes Got Talent kicks off Dakota Days festivities
The 103rd Dakota Days celebrations kicked off with the annual Yotes Got Talent show and the top 14 reveal of the candidates for Dakota Days royalty in Slagle Hall Sunday. Yotes Got Talent performers included singers, a violinist and USD’s acapella group, the High Howlers. Senior Marissa Reis said her favorite part of the night […]
The vote against TrumpCare is a good thing
On Sept. 26, Senate Republicans decided to ditch the latest plan to repeal the Affordable Care Act, a major promise President Trump made during his campaign. The Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, aims to make health insurance more affordable to people who must pay for their own insurance. The ACA stops companies from […]
Dare to be different: My take on college wardrobes
Society wants to drum the latest trends into students while ignoring what the individualistic side has to offer. Young minds are coerced into thinking that the only way to appear cool or trendy is to wear what’s portrayed on social media. Throughout college there’s this idea that’s equivalent to the one in high school, where […]
Coyotes defeat Leathernecks 38-33, remain undefeated
The Coyotes traveled to Macomb, IL, Saturday to play Western Illinois in a matchup of undefeated teams. The No. 10 ranked Coyotes were put to the test after the Leathernecks posted 27 unanswered points, but held on to win 38-33. The win brought their record up to a 4-0 for the first time since 2006, […]
BREAKING: President Abbott announces retirement
USD President James Abbott announced his retirement Wednesday during the annual State of the University Address. “This concludes my 21st State of the University Address. It is also my last,” he said on stage in Aalfs Auditorium. “I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have served my alma mater for 21 years. I’m also very […]