November 2018
Students, faculty get involved in midterm elections, watch results
Update: Republican candidate Kristi Noem was elected as South Dakota’s first woman governor, Republican Jason Ravnsborg was elected South Dakota Attorney General and Republican Dusty Johnson was elected to South Dakota’s seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Students and faculty kept close watch on election night results at watch parties at Dakota Brickhouse and the […]
Should everyone vote?
Written by Marcus Ireland A prevalent message in our democracy is encouraging people to vote, especially during election season. Get-Out-The-Vote has been especially aggressive this year, warranting the question of who should be voting. While the ideal democracy says all voting-eligible members of society should vote, keeping the government accountable to its electorate, it is often […]
Safe sex is smart sex
Sex is a part of our culture. Everywhere we look were being subjected to it – it’s in Hardee’s advertisements, it’s in the movies, it’s on TV. We live in a society with sex on the brain. A subdivision of our culture is the fast-growing realm of hookup culture. With apps like Tinder, Bumble and […]
Editorial: Here’s to the future of the CDC
The Center for Diversity and Community (CDC) celebrated its four-year anniversary recently at a first Friday luncheon, where students and faculty gathered to look forward to the future of the CDC. The CDC has given many opportunities for students to experience and learn about diversity. For example, students who attend NCORE conferences learn about issues […]
We need to start getting more sleep
Are you a “morning person”? The average college student would probably say no. It really is starting to feel like being a “morning person” while in college is impossible. This is somewhat considered a normal thing among students, but because sleep is really essential to your health as a whole, it’s almost impossible to ignore the […]
Kanye West has ruined his legacy
Kanye West is a self-proclaimed creative genius. But after his comments on slavery, the 13th amendment, and his pro-Trump rant on Saturday Night Live, his status as the next Einstein has been rightfully questioned by critics and fans alike. There’s no doubting the influence West has had on the music industry. “His musical innovations, via […]
Women in leadership: Year of the woman
This is the second part of an ongoing series about female leaders in South Dakota. The New York Times reports that 2018 has been a record-breaking year for women for many reasons. There is a record number of 257 women running for the House and Senate this year; the 2018 midterms have broken the record […]
NCAA transfer portal gives ease to coaches, athletes
A new transfer portal designed by the NCAA hopes to ease the transferring process for student-athletes who wish to play their sport at another college. The portal was implemented on October 15. So far, no USD athletes have wanted to transfer, and the portal has not been used. According to a document by the NCAA, […]
Diwali represents celebration of lights
The Muenster University Center (MUC) Ballroom was transformed into a room full of warmth, lights and colors at the annual Diwali celebration. Diwali is usually organized by the Asian American Student Association (AASA) but this year, they teamed up with the Center for Diversity and Community (CDC) and the International Club to bring this holiday […]
Dental hygiene program provides reduced rate dental cleanings
Getting regular dental cleanings from a dentist is essential in maintaining an optimal oral health. USD understands this so their dental hygiene program offers dental cleanings to students and community members for a reduced rate, giving students the opportunity to put their coursework into action. Erica Carrels, a senior dental hygiene major, said juniors in […]