February 2018
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 […]
Head-to-head: Debt sometimes necessary
Coming from a working-class South Dakota town, I am very money conscious. So, like most people in this country, I find our national debt and growing deficit upsetting. However, as a college student, I am well aware that sometimes one needs to take on debt as an investment on the future. So, looking at the […]
Head-to-head: Too much spending
When it comes to the national debt and deficit, it’s time to be concerned. Spending by the federal government has gotten out of control. It’s time to realize throwing money we don’t have at our problems is not going to lead to real solutions. Now is the time to make those tough decisions and make […]
Updated procedure for sorority and fraternity social events
Procedure updates to the reporting process for sorority and fraternity life (SFL) have been put in place to prevent underage drinking. Sororities and fraternities now must report all of their social events to USD involved. Laura Anderton, the director for SFL, said these changes were made to protect and support Greek life on campus. Anderton […]