2021
Soak up the sun
The warm weather is coming, and like Sheryl Crow says, I’m going to “soak up the sun, I’m gonna tell everyone to lighten up… I’m gonna soak up the sun.” We all have to go enjoy the fresh air, the spring breeze and the bright sunshine to loosen up and feel free from loads of […]
Dakotathon continues despite COVID-19
This year’s Dakotathon, an annual fundraiser at USD, will be held virtually because of COVID-19 restrictions. However, this hasn’t stopped students from choosing to participate. Junior medical biology major Leah Drengenberg said she had never heard of Dakotathon until the end of her freshman year, but had heard of dance marathons. Drengenberg said she was sitting in class when people came in to talk about the Dakotathon and she decided […]
Caffeine: The balance between asset and addiction
Whether it’s in the form of tea, coffee, energy drinks or other sources, most people would probably agree, they can’t function without their daily caffeine. As a college student, I can confirm this, as I noticed my coffee addiction spike dramatically after just a few months at USD. It’s obviously a normal occurrence to see […]
Charlie’s Cupboard fights food insecurity
The student-led organization Charlie’s Cupboard opened last September after two students were introduced to food insecurity on campus. Co-president senior political science and criminal justice double major Hannah Booth said Charlie’s Cupboard had a lot of support on campus and from the Vermillion community that allowed it to support over 1,000 students since opening and grow into the organization it […]
56th Student History Conference moves online this year
The University of South Dakota’s Department of History and USD’s chapter of Phi Alpha Theta, the national honor society in history, hosted the 56th Annual Student History Conference Feb. 25. The conference was held over Zoom this year. The Student History Conference is an opportunity for students to present their papers written about the history […]
Phi Delta Theta adds take-out option to annual Chislic Feed
Phi Delta Theta held its annual Chislic Feed fundraiser last week. The event raises money for the Live Like Lou Foundation, which helps families with ALS through scholarships for children whose parents struggled with ALS and through contributions to research. The event is organized through the Vermillion Eagles Club, a local chapter of the international […]
Coyote Business Consulting Group Version 2.0 moves forward
USD’s Coyote Business Consulting Group kicked off its 2021 session Monday. The program, launched last year during the initial outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, connects USD students with South Dakota businesses, allowing students to gain real-world experience and businesses to take advantage of students’ knowledge, while for things like the accounting of a business, getting […]
A Spring Break like Never Before
As the middle of the semester approaches, students are busy deciding their plans for spring break. Last year, USD students went home for spring break and didn’t return until the fall of next year. This year, students have decided to stay at home because of COVID-19 risks, while others have plans to travel this spring […]
“Community” hypocrisy
I’ve been watching “Community” with my roommate, suffering through this tiresomely “self aware” show. Yes, I know the show is 10 years old but I don’t like it, and now you have to know about it! For those late to the party, “Community” is a show about a community college. This show seems to always […]
Trials and tribulations of a former Victoria’s Secret employee
If you’ve ever stepped foot into a modern-day mall, chances are you’ll find yourself walking past a Victoria’s Secret or Pink. These stores consist of pumping music, flowery smells and lots and lots of lingerie. However, in recent years and with the importance of body positivity in fashion making its way through the ranks, sales […]