October 10, 2021
Stephanie Kocher and Friends perform faculty recital
After almost 20 years without a solo recital, adjunct flute instructor Stephanie Kocher will perform with staff collaborative pianist Diane Van Den Oever and the faculty wind quintet. Kocher said the theme for her recital is all based on birds, with one butterfly piece thrown in the mix. Some of the earliest flutes were actually made from bird […]
Editorial: The Center for Diversity and Community is essential to student life
The Center for Diversity and Community (CDC) can be a home for all students, but it is more specifically for students of color, international students and LGBTQ students. According to USD’s enrollment dashboard, the campus is 80.91% white, making it a predominantly white institution (PWI). The United States Census Bureau shows that in June 2019, Vermillion had a population of 10,926 people, with 86.6% being white citizens. In a […]
Vermillion-area cloggers attend weekly class
Every Wednesday, Grace Freeman teaches a small clogging class in the Washington Arts Center in Vermillion. The class, drawing roughly five to seven regular attendees, covers the basics as novice cloggers learn simple clogging steps to songs like “Fishin’ in the Dark” by Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. Clogging is an American form of folk dance […]
High school marching bands compete in Vermillion
High school marching bands from all over the state are making their way to Vermillion for a chance to compete against each other in the Quad State Competition which will be held Oct. 16 in the Dakota Dome. This competition is a chance for high schools to come together and perform while also giving The […]
Athletes and injuries
Sports injuries are an unfortunate reality for many athletes, ranging from minor strains and sprains to more severe fractures and tears. However, how athletes manage these injuries can significantly impact their recovery and overall performance. Here’s how athletes take care of themselves when faced with sports injuries: When an injury occurs, athletes often take immediate […]