2017
Column: Cutting of college swimming programs frustrating, heartbreaking
It’s no secret that swimming isn’t a popular sporting event. Ever since I started swimming at the age of eight, swim meet crowds consisted of close friends and family. Now that I’m in college and swimming for a Division I university, I’m confident when I say that this hasn’t changed at all – although I had […]
Player of The Pack: Abigail Fogg
Abigail Fogg is a senior medical biology major with an art minor and is a member of the women’s basketball team. Enosh Kattinapudi: Did you ever have a pet? Abigail Fogg: I used to have some. When I was young I had a black labrador and a husky. EK: What would be an ideal pet for […]
Family of USD alumnus gives millions to medical biology
USD’s medical biology program is about to be the beneficiary of a huge cash infusion, courtesy of the family of an alumnus. Keith Nolop, a former Volante editor, graduated from USD in 1975 and spent decades working in pharmaceutical development. According to his obituary in the New York Times, he worked on drugs to treat […]
Adopt-A-Grandparent a chance for students to gain volunteer experience, friendships
Through volunteering, some USD students have gained grandparents away from home. SERVE’s Adopt-a-Grandparent program requires students to visit with their assigned “grandparent” once a week at the Sanford Care Center to socialize and create longtime friendships. Kayla Mitzell and Gladys Rasmussen Sophomore Kayla Mitzell has been involved with Adopt-A-Grandparent since she was a first-year, and […]
Sophomores form The Undergrads, cover rock hits
A fresh-faced band of sophomores known as “The Undergrads” just hit the scene in Vermillion. Following in the footsteps of The Beards, a band of professors, is Liz Kubal (singer), Spencer Andreson (guitar) and Riley Ackerman (drums). The Undergrads headlined for The Beards last Friday at The Varsity Pub, where the basement was filled with […]
People of the Pack: Chris Prosch
Chris Prosch is a senior from Estelline, S.D. majoring in political science and communication studies. Morgan Matzen: What are your career goals? Chris Prosch: I want to own my own business and be a politician. MM: What kind of business do you want to own? CP: My own equity firm specializing mostly in investments. MM: […]
Pepsi’s Jenner ad shows misunderstanding between generations
In his 2009 movie The Invention of Lying, British actor Ricky Gervais summed up the average useage of Pepsi with the parody slogan: Pepsi, when they don’t have Coke. This is obviously meant as a joke, but it probably would’ve stirred more positive feelings than Pepsi’s recent ad featuring Kendall Jenner. For those who haven’t seen […]
VIDEO: Tiospaye Student Council holds 45th annual Wacipi
Wacipi from The Volante on Vimeo. Jingle dresses, vendors and dancing took place at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center Saturday and Sunday for the 45th annual Wacipi. The theme of the Wacipi was “We All Walk on a Red Road.” Selena Olvera, a sophomore studying Native American studies, said the event is important to her. […]
Product review: Rapid Ramen Cooker an easy alternative for college students
The first thing that usually comes to mind at the mention of ramen noodles is a stereotypical college student. Ramen is a cheap meal that’s relatively easy to make. But as a college student, time is a valuable thing, so sometimes making ramen can be a struggle, especially living in the dorms. Rapid Ramen Cooker […]
Candidly Canada: Fighting Islamophobia starts with education
When thinking about life, liberty and the the pursuit of happiness, the first country that comes to mind is America. Americans certainly use their freedoms to the fullest extent possible. However, that doesn’t mean everyone feels welcome to practice their Constitutional rights. When living in a country privileged enough to promote the freedoms of speech […]