October 5, 2020
Men’s basketball prepares for season with eleven new members
With over half its roster being new, the men’s basketball team is working to catch up on practice and build camaraderie both on and off the court. The team has eight players that are either freshmen or transfers and three redshirts that will play for the first time this season. Senior Stanley Umude said practices […]
The Bean brews up special USD coffee blend to help fund scholarships
To make the perfect coffee blend, the beans have to be special, but a good cause for coffee can make it even better. The Bean coffee shop in downtown Vermillion began selling the exclusive Yote Blend coffee last fall and have provided USD with their very own coffee blend ever since. Leslie Gerish, co-owner of […]
Heartland Humane Society helps furry friends find forever homes
Approximately 6.5 million animals enter an animal shelter each year. Currently, the Heartland Humane Society in Yankton, SD is home to roughly 30 of those shelter animals. Kerry Hacecky, the director at Heartland, said most animals they house were either surrendered by their previous owner or were stray. Hacecky said half the stray animals are […]
Banned Books Week: Censorship is a dead end
Banned Books Week runs from Sept. 27 to Oct. 3 of this year. Considering everything going on at the moment, Dakota Days, midterms, the constant loom of COVID-19, it’s easy to forget about seemingly ‘random’ celebrations such as Banned Books Week. So what is Banned Books Week? Banned Books Week is a week annually noted […]
USD professor conducts research study to improve mental health
Occupational therapy helps people of all ages who have physical, sensory and cognitive problems. One USD professor is taking a closer look at how occupational therapy can affect mental health, particularly the mental health of college students. Moses Ikiugu is a professor and director of research for the occupational therapy department at USD. Since the […]
Color of USD brings fanfare without sporting events
The Color Guard interprets music by synchronized work of flags, rifles, the air blade and through dance. USD’s Color Guard group — the Color of USD — accompanies the marching band at all sporting events during a normal school year. This year, with the lack of sporting events, the group has still been active and […]
South Dakota’s paranormal history
South Dakota is home to many old, traditional stories and landmarks. However, some may wonder about the true history of these places. Experienced paranormal activity researcher, Chad Lewis, braves the adventure to find the true history of historic places in South Dakota. On Friday, Oct. 2, the Vermillion Public Library hosted a lecture presentation by […]
Softball team taking it day by day
The softball team has 27 players this year after they gained seven new freshmen. Since there is no fall season, the team is focusing on their basic skill-building and building up team spirit, Senior Kiersten Denning said. “Our focus is constantly building confidence within ourselves and within the team. Obviously we are focusing on our […]