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Father and Daughter Complete MBA Program Together
Katelyn Conover and her father, Gerry Breen, graduated from the Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offered through the Beacom School of Business last August. Conover said going through this experience with her father was a memorable... Campus
Additional Funding Requested for Students Groups at SGA Meeting
Tuesday’s meeting was characterized by requests for additional funding and reports by organizations about upcoming events for students at USD. Jordan Bonstrum, Director of the Opportunity Center, spoke as the special guest of the evening,...
Around Town
SD Legislature Removes Clause Limiting Drag Shows
Two House Bills (HB) were introduced in South Dakota legislation on Jan. 24 that would prohibit events like USD Spectrum’s annual drag show from occurring on campus or with children in attendance. However, only one passed, and it passed...
Out n About
Suspension Over for Sen. Frye-Muller
After being placed on indefinite suspension, the South Dakota Senate voted to reinstate Sen. Julie Frye-Mueller following the recommendation of a committee regarding her comments to a staffer. This follows a complaint made on Jan. 25 against the... Campus
Update on Parking Construction at Julian Hall
Samantha Hartje and Charles Streeter Following the demolition of Julian and Brookman Halls, construction of a new parking lot and renovations of the South Dakota Union remain on schedule amid winter weather. The Assistant Vice... International students
Continued Rise in International Students
Samantha Hartje and Charles Streeter The University of South Dakota has seen new faces from around the world. In recent semesters, the growth of international students continues to increase. According to Patrick Morrison, the Director... Opinion
Editorial: Why Did You Have to Ruin It?
As residents of South Dakota, we know the weather is always changing. There is always going to be more snow, wind, rain or some other thing. There are many good things about snow and winter. It’s a good time to relax inside, bundled in...
Opinion
Reflection on the Utopia/Dystopia Symposium
Recently the English Department hosted a Utopia/Dystopia Symposium that included a variety of disciplines. The event was incredibly compelling. I particularly found the intersectionality of English with Science, History, Law, Business and many...
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