September 2019
National Music Museum’s new director talks on new home, learning from expert staff
Despite not having a musical background and a thick Southern accent, Matt Collinsworth has lost nothing in communication since taking over as director for the National Music Museum last March. Collinsworth previously worked as consultant director for the Lexington Art League. He generally studied literary and visual art but said when a search company called and […]
Coyote soccer drops fifth consecutive game to Eastern Washington
Eastern Washington (5-4-1) edged USD (1-6) 2-1 in double overtime on the Coyote’s senior day Sunday at First Bank & Trust Soccer Complex. The loss is USD’s fifth consecutive, with all games decided by only one goal. Prior to kick-off, the team’s seniors – Makenzie Burmeister, Amanda Carpio, Taylor Kelly, Taryn LaBree, Courtney Stodola and […]
Margarita Ride brings cyclists to Vermillion for a good cause
Completing a 45-mile bike ride may seem like a daunting trek, but margaritas at the finish line are motivation enough for some. Last Saturday, 84 cyclists from across the region gathered in Vermillion to participate in the 18th annual Margarita Ride. Starting and ending at Carey’s Bar downtown, cyclists chose between a 15, 30 or […]
Coyotes defeat Iowa as part of weekend sweep
The Coyotes (9-1) won all three matches at the South Dakota Classic inside the Sanford Coyote Sports Center over the weekend, defeating UC Davis (6-4), Wyoming (4-5) and Iowa (5-3). USD vs Iowa USD welcomed their first-ever Big Ten opponent to the SCSC Saturday as they defeated Iowa in a five-set thriller 25-17, 15-25, 25-18, […]
Houston Baptist outduels USD in shootout
The Coyotes dropped their third-straight contest to open the season, losing a shootout to Houston Baptist 53-52 inside the DakotaDome on Saturday. The two teams combined for 1,238 yards of total offense in a game which saw senior quarterback Austin Simmons throw for 537 yards to break USD’s record for a single game, previously held […]
Plain White T’s to perform at fall CAB concert
Campus Activities Board (CAB) revealed on Twitter Friday that the Plain White T’s will headline the annual fall concert inside the Sanford Coyote Sports Center on Thursday, Oct. 10 at 8 p.m. The alternative pop group, best known for songs such as “Hey There Delilah,” “Rhythm of Love” and “1234” were picked among a list […]
University Center revamped: Exploring the Community College for Sioux Falls
The University Center in Sioux Falls has evolved into a three-partner institution, sporting a new name and additional programs. The USD Community College for Sioux Falls, formerly the University Center, was established in April 2019. The institution, in partnership with South Dakota Board Of Regents (SDBOR), USD, South Dakota State University and Dakota State University, […]
Building renovations on campus: past, present and future
Throughout the fiscal year, the maintenance and repair department oversees nearly 80 renovations annually. Renovations include huge projects like the Dakota Dome to minor fixes such as ac repair and other equipment that need to be fixed. It was time to schedule air conditioning repair with the help of professionals like these commercial HVAC services […]
Two fire alarms reported at Burgess-Norton halls
Vermillion fire department responded to two fire alarms at Burgess-Norton residence halls Tuesday night triggered by faulty smoke detectors on the first floor of Burgess hall. Shortly after 9 p.m., steam from a shower set off a smoke detector. Sergeant Juston Sangster emailed the following statement to The Volante: “The alarm was activated due to […]
SGA discusses athletics, intellectual diversity and building upgrades
Athletic Director David Herbster and Mike West, Deputy Athletics Director, spoke at Tuesday’s Student Government Meeting (SGA) to give an update on athletics following USD’s home football game. Kelsey Berger, SGA senator, asked them about a story posted by the marketing department, which stated that no student would be turned away for the football game. The […]