2020
The Roast: Stop hyping “Friends.” It’s not that good.
Dear people who love “Friends,” Look, I get it. “Friends” is a “classic.” But do you have to base your whole personality on the fact you watch the show? I mean, come on, it’s not that great. Actually, it’s not that good at all. The jokes come off as cringey and not funny. I didn’t […]
USD men’s basketball defeats North Dakota 77-67, seeded third in Summit League Tournament
The South Dakota men’s basketball team secured the No. 3 spot in the Summit League Tournament, beating North Dakota 77-67 on senior day inside the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. The Coyotes (20-11, 10-6), were tied to the Fighting Hawks 39-39 at the half. After the break USD was able to gain a lead after a […]
Vermillion presents a unique climate for old and new businesses
Vermillion may be the home of USD, but the university isn’t the only landmark the town hosts. Thanks to the college bustle and an enthusiastic downtown business scene, both longtime residents and newcomers alike are enjoying success. Monica Iverson and Jim Waters co-own Cafe Brule and Dakota Brick House. The two met while doing work […]
LGBTQ+ still faces issues today and it’s ridiculous
Organizers of the Staten Island St. Patrick’s Day Parade decided to bar members of the borough’s LGBTQ+ pride center from participating. But Madison L’Insalata, this year’s Miss Staten Island, decided to take a stand. L’Insalata came out as bisexual in the New York Post and Staten Island Advance on Saturday. “I wanted people to be […]
What We Think: El Fredo’s succeeds with sauce, not with service
In What We Think, the Verve Team ventures out to try businesses, restaurants, products and trends so you don’t have to. This week we tested out Vermillion’s newest restaurant, El Fredo’s, a chain Italian eatery from Sioux City focusing on pizza, pasta, sandwiches and wings. After Little Italy’s closed last year, Vermillion had no solely […]
Senior singers reflect after Spring Choral Showcase
On Sunday afternoon, USD’s choirs started off on the right note with their annual Spring Choral Showcase. Families, friends and community members gathered in Aalfs auditorium to hear the vocal talent of the USD Chamber Singers, Concert Choir, Men’s and Women’s Chorus and the High Howlers. For the seniors in these choirs, this was one […]
Spring break plans busted due to Coronavirus outbreaks
With the total number of Coronavirus disease cases (COVID-19) continuing to rise — there are currently 60 confirmed positive cases in the United States — USD students’ spring break plans have been altered as a precautionary measure. Faculty-led trips to Italy and Guatemala have been canceled due to outbreaks in Italy and quarantines in Guatemala. According […]
Stay close to home this spring break
Students are taking off and traveling across and out of the country this spring break but it can have serious consequences.buy lasix online https://pharmacohealthcare.com/wp-content/themes/twentysixteen/inc/engl/lasix.html no prescription Spring break is a time to let loose and forget the load of never ending homework. I totally understand the need to get away from school work, but […]
Coyotes snatch seven titles at Summit League indoor championships
Senior Zack Anderson was crowned the Summit League Field Championship MVP after capturing two of the Coyotes’ seven gold medals at the Summit League Indoor Track and Field Championships in Fort Wayne, Indiana over the weekend. Overall, the Coyotes finished second in the women’s team race at 148 points and third in the men’s with […]
Coyotes look to experienced cast as Summit League Tournament approaches
In his first season at the helm, USD men’s basketball head coach Todd Lee led his team to a 13-17 overall record, a six seed in the Summit League tournament and a first-round exit at the hands of Purdue Fort Wayne. Now, a year later, Lee has led the Coyotes to a 20-11 record, a […]