February 20, 2018
Director of university housing hired
USD officially hired a new director of university housing after a over a month long search. Ashley Hartnett, former assistant housing director, has accepted the position of the university housing director. The decision was finalized as of last week. John Howe, associate dean of students and head of the housing search committee, said the search […]
Free speech policy petition surfaced on campus, students expressing concerns
With a Young Americans for Liberty (YAL) state chair on campus collecting signatures for a free speech petition, students are talking about what USD’s free speech policy is. Brandon Fokkema, Iowa state chair for YAL, said the organization is about promoting individual freedom, free markets and personal responsibility. YAL came to campus after reviewing USD’s […]
Sellers appointed to NCORE diversity office
Lamont Sellers, associate vice president for diversity, has accepted a new position on the National Advisory Council for the National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education (NCORE). Sellers will serve on the Chief Diversity Office & Executive Leadership committee, which is one of six NCORE committees. In this position, Sellers will provide recommendations […]
R-Pizza celebrates 50 years of business in Vermillion
The smell of warm garlic bread, tomato sauce and pizza dough has filled the streets of downtown Vermillion for half a century now as R-Pizza is celebrating 50 years of business this year. 50 years ago, Jeff Radigan created a Vermillion staple when he first opened R-Pizza in 1968. Back then, R-Pizza was the only […]
Vermillion Realtors preparing for influx of student clients
Students at USD are beginning to weigh their options for where they want to live for the next academic year. While some live on campus, some students decide to live off campus. Real estate agencies in Vermillion are starting to prepare for the off campus business. Maloney Real Estate, Premier Real Estate and Dakota Realty […]
Study abroad programs offer students unique experiences
USD students have the opportunity to gain unique experiences studying abroad with the help of detailed planning set up by the Center for Academic and Global Engagement (CAGE). The pre-departure process for studying abroad set students up for academic, professional and individual growth on their excursions. Pre-departure Virginija Wilcox, study abroad assistant director, helps prepare students […]
Sorbe, Ireland campaigns prepare for SGA presidential debate
As the Student Government Association presidential debate and election approaches, executive office candidates are preparing themselves for Thursday’s debate and making final efforts in their campaigns. Executive officer candidates Josh Sorbe, with running mate Madison Green, and Marcus Ireland, with running mate Caleb Munce, hope to answers students’ questions and concerns at this year’s SGA […]
Grieve reflects on challenges of position, passion for students
Known for her signature red glasses, Kim Grieve, dean of students and vice president of student services, is also well-known across campus for how she works with students and faculty members. Grieve oversees many of the university’s day-to-day operations as the vice president of student services, dean of students, interim cheer coach, and helps guide […]
Swimming and diving teams find success at Summit League championships
The USD swim and dive team had relay and individual successes at the Summit League championships last week in Sioux Falls. Overall, the men’s team placed second with a total score of 695 points, breaking four school records and placing just 30 points ahead of the SDSU Jackrabbits. The women’s team placed fourth with a […]
Student athletes showcase team leadership skills differently
The Coyote sports teams all have differing leadership styles. Whether everyone takes on a leadership position or designated upperclassmen serve as team captains, each team has their own style that works best for them. The golf teams, soccer team and tennis team, to name a few at USD, tend to find that having designated captains […]