August 2023
Editorial: Campus Parking Is Better Than Realized
There’s a lot to be said for the state of USD’s parking. One could criticize the size of the parking stalls or the ticketers dispatched in full force, but compared to other universities, USD’s parking is actually in pretty good shape as it has affordable tickets and undergoes regular asphalt maintenance with the help of […]
It’s Time for Gen-Ed Requirements to Go
Have you ever spaced out in that English or math class you didn’t want to take and thought to yourself, “why am I taking this course even though I’m a _____ major?” You’re not alone. The South Dakota Board of Regents (SDBOR) is the leading culprit behind these requirements. In order to graduate from a […]
New Streaming Service Available for Coyote Fans
South Dakota Athletics and Midco Sports have agreed to a three-year deal, which will allow Midco to stream Coyote athletics on their new streaming service called The Summit League Network. This also means that GoYotes.com will no longer have a free stream for fans to watch. Midco, an internet, TV and home phone services provider […]
Herbster Steps Away from Athletics
On Aug. 14, University of South Dakota Athletic Director (AD) David Herbster announced that he was stepping down from his position and accepting a new position with the community relations team for Sanford Health in Sioux Falls. “For the past 16 years, I have been blessed to work alongside so many outstanding student-athletes, […]
Juhnke Starts New Role with the Coyotes
On Dec. 2, in the first round of the 2022 NCAA Volleyball National Tournament, the South Dakota Coyotes faced off against the No. 23 Houston Cougars. The Coyotes trailied 2-1 in sets and 15-11 in set four, with their season on the line. With back-to-back kills, Elizabeth Juhnke attempted to lead the Coyotes to […]
Hidden Gem: The Vermillion Public Library
Many USD students are familiar with the on-campus library, but few are aware of the vast resources that the Vermillion Public Library has. The Edith B. Siegrist Vermillion Public Library was established in 1902 with funds from Andrew Carnegie. Edith B. Siegrist, whom the building is named after, worked at the University of South Dakota […]
“Barbenheimer” Brings New Look to Movies
Throughout the past few years, cinemas have been dominated by franchise movies that often follow the same plot with different characters. This summer, “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” were able to captivate audiences with their strong stories and fresh perspectives. “Barbie’’ follows the story of Barbie as she faces an existential crisis that causes her to […]
Music Museum Introduces New Galleries
On Aug. 28, the National Music Museum reopened its doors to reveal seven new galleries on their first floor. Scott Lawrence, Chair of the Board of Trustees, has been a part of the process since it began. “We are so excited about this event,” Lawrence said. “It’s seven years in the making, and there’s been […]
New Mural Graces the Streets of Downtown
The Vermillion High School’s (VHS) Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) and the Mural on the Wall teamed up to create the new mural in downtown Vermillion on the west-side of Café Brulé. Lead artists on the project were Amber Hansen, USD assistant art professor, and Reyna Hernandez, the senior secretary in the USD English Department. […]
Vermillion Police Expect Rise in Student Crime
In a community where violent crime is scarce, a recent homicide has garnered attention. Chief of Police Crystal Brady noted that these types of crimes are rare, with student-crimes being much more prevalent. Furthermore, Brady anticipates continuing to crack-down on student-crimes this year. “It’s a fairly safe community when it comes to that type of […]