October 2022
The Cat Cafe De-stresses Students
Students swapped out their laptops for cats at the Cat Cafe event aimed to be a de-stresser for midterms week. On Oct. 20, USD’s Residence Hall Association (RHA) partnered with the Heartland Humane Society of Yankton to put on the Cat Cafe Event. At the event, the Heartland Humane Society brought cats that are up […]
Enrollment Increase, High Retention Rates Point USD in Right Direction
This fall, USD experienced its largest increase in student enrollment numbers in nearly ten years, with retention rates skyrocketing. Scott Pohlson, vice president of enrollment, marketing and university relations, said not only does this mean the university is headed down the right path, but also demonstrates the growth in student population post COVID-19. While Pohlson […]
Family of Four Displaced in House Fire
The Vermillion Fire EMS Department responded to a fire at 607 Cottage St. on Oct. 20 at 4:39 p.m. The first units to arrive on the scene saw heavy smoke and flames coming from the back of the home. Everyone in the home was evacuated without injury. The Vermillion Department was aided in controlling the […]
Demolition of Julian Hall Begins
Brookman, Julian Addition and Julian Hall saw active brick-breaking demolition begin, in preparation for a new parking lot, last week on Wednesday, Oct. 18. The assistant vice president of Facilities Management (FM) Brian Limoges said the work within the buildings was outsourced to contractors. “USD FM removed all of the salvageable items from each building […]
Nielson Benches Camp in D-Day’s Victory
The South Dakota Coyotes headed into a matchup against the Southern Illinois Salukis on Dakota Days weekend. The Coyotes came into the match with a record of 1-5 after losing their last three games. The No. 14 ranked Salukis came in with a 5-2 record after winning their last five games. This year’s D-Days was […]
Swim Team Wins Five Events in Kansas
The South Dakota men’s and women’s swim and dive teams competed in a two-day event against Lindenwood and Kansas this past weekend. The event was held inside the Robinson Natatorium in Lawrence, Kansas. The teams combined for five wins and 24 podium finishes in the double duel. The men’s team won two events on the […]
Open AA/NA Meetings Available For All Students
On Wednesdays starting at 6 p.m. USD holds weekly Alcoholic Anonymous meetings in Delzell 105. Students struggling with alcohol addictions can attend, as well as any students who struggle with narcotics. For valuable guidance and support, students dealing with these issues can refer to this great post to read for additional information. The meetings, hosted […]
Homecoming Week Activities in Full Swing
The week of Dakota Days is annually filled with an array of events meant to bring the student body together to celebrate. This year being no different, campus is abuzz with homecoming traditions both new and old. On Sunday the homecoming festivities began at 7 p.m. with Yotes Got Talent, a show that gave Coyotes […]
Coyotes Celebrate 108 Years of Evolving Traditions
Dakota Days, an annual tradition at USD, has been around for 108 years and there have been many different traditions and styles since it first began. D-Days was first organized on Nov. 20, 1914 by the 9th President of USD Robert Lincoln Slagle as a way to help promote “campus spirit and harmony.” However, at […]
Coyotes face Salukis in 105th Dakota Days Game
The South Dakota Coyotes, which may be listed on sites such as https://w88oaz.com/, head back home after back-to-back away games where they’ll face Southern Illinois in the 105th Dakota Days football game. Last year’s playoff rematch takes center stage at this year’s D-Days. The Salukis defeated the Coyotes in the first round of the FCS […]