2018
Residence Hall Association hosts programs, considers student concerns
The Residence Hall Association (RHA) consists of five student executive members, oversees the complex councils and funds items and programs in the residence halls across campus. RHA hosted a Casino Night in the Richardson and Olson halls on March 15. During this event, the RHA gave eight new pool cues to staff at the Richardson-Olson side […]
CDC hosts student panels for new director candidates
The Center for Diversity & Community (CDC) is getting closer to choosing a new director, and are giving students the opportunity to be a part of the hiring process. For three days — April 2, 3 and 5 — students in the CDC will host student panels to help them get to know and possibly […]
Senators-at-large, president pro-tempore appointed to new positions
Student Government Association President Josh Sorbe administered the oath of office to ten senators-at-large at the weekly SGA meeting Tuesday night, and the new senators-at-large were appointed to standing committees. To become an SGA senator-at-large, a student must fill out an application, have an interview with three past senators and have a mock session of […]
Coyote Capital Management places first in 2018 Quinnipiac G.A.M.E Forum
Coyote Capital Management (CCM) placed first in the 2018 Quinnipiac G.A.M.E. forum in New York City last month. The forum takes place with over 150 colleges and universities in attendance. Sophia Lima, sophomore accounting major and president of CCM, said it was “rewarding to be recognized for our achievements.” “We’ve known that we performed pretty […]
Students showcase their research on women’s suffrage
At a celebration of 100 years of women’s suffrage in South Dakota, USD history students had a chance to present their research in the MUC Pit Lounge Wednesday afternoon. The event featured women’s suffrage songs performed by the High Howlers, an a capella organization on campus. The history students’ research presentations were a part of a special […]
Hurst places fifth at State Farm College Slam Dunk Championship
Senior Carlton Hurst placed fifth out of eighth at the State Farm College Slam Dunk Championship at St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, TX last Thursday. This was the second consecutive year USD was represented at the event, following last year’s third-place win by Tyler Flack. Hurst’s reverse dunk received 33 points from the judges, and […]
‘Stomp Out Sexual Violence Rally’ kicks off sexual assault awareness month
Several groups partnered together to host a “Stomp Out Sexual Violence Rally” as a way to kickoff April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus. ICARE, PAVE and the Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies department all tabled in the Muenster University Center Tuesday at lunchtime to promote sexual assault awareness. Bridget Diamond-Welch, ICARE director and […]
PAVE plans events for Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Clothes ranging from Christmas sweaters, combat boots and sweats are on display on the second floor of I.D. Weeks Library throughout April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, as part of a “What We Were Wearing” Exhibit hosted by PAVE. Promoting Awareness and Victim Empowerment, or PAVE, is a national organization with a USD chapter. Alyssa Fothergill, […]
Vermillion Area Arts Council strives to create a vibrant community, inspire university students
Through its various events and exhibits, the Vermillion Area Arts Council (VAAC) hopes to show Vermillion residents the important impact that the arts can have on a community. The VAAC was founded in the early 1970’s with the goal of creating a stronger appreciation for the arts. Their mission statement outlines the goals of their organization. […]
Saeed Dabbour gains leadership, marketing skills
As a first-year student, Saaed Dabbour was not involved in many organizations on campus. Now, three years later, the junior business marketing major is involved in 13 different student organizations. Dabbour was born and raised in Saudi Arabia and said he experienced a bit of a culture shock when he first moved to America. Now, thanks […]