April 2025
The Dark Side to Self-Care: Overconsumption, Addiction and Mental Illness
If you scroll through the explore page of any social media app, then there is a likely chance that you will be met with some sort of self-care video depicting various, and sometimes excessive, rituals and practices. Take the trending “Self-Care Sunday” videos for example. No influencer truly believes that a Sunday afternoon cannot be […]
Students Raise Concerns Over Possible ICE Presence on Campus
The recent presence of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has raised fear at colleges across the nation, including USD. Reports of potential deportation forces on campus have left many university community members feeling threatened and or vulnerable, prompting administrative outreach. On April 14, faculty and staff members received an email stating that there had not […]
Native Tradition Brings Community Together
The rich culture of Native American traditions were celebrated at the 51st annual Wacipi. Hosted by the Tiospaye Student Council and Native Student services, the Wacipi offers an immersive experience into Native American cultural heritage. Kylie Parisien, Co-President of Tiospaye Council, describes the Wacipi as a celebration and gathering that involves dancing, singing and traditions. […]
Vermillion Catholic Community Reflects on the Legacy of Pope Francis
People around the world are paying tribute to Pope Francis, who died on Monday, April 21. After years of health struggles, he passed away at the age of 88. The Vatican had released a statement in the early morning addressing that Pope Francis passed away due to a stroke which had caused irreversible heart damage. […]
South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden Q&A
On Thursday, April 10, South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden visited various businesses within the Vermillion community, as well as attended the University of South Dakota’s campus as a part of his Open for Opportunity Tour. While in Vermillion the governor took the time to walk through Manitou Equipment, Masaba Inc and the Human Services Center […]
Coyote Tennis Competes in North Dakota
The South Dakota Coyote’s tennis team dropped a 4-3 decision against the North Dakota Fighting Hawks in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The day came down to a final singles match that decided the winner between the two teams. In the doubles contest, USD’s Sorcha Caves and Amanda de Oliveira defeated North Dakota’s Aziza Aubin and […]
The Volante’s Athlete of the Week: Lydia Knapp
Lydia Knapp wasn’t satisfied with one gold medal, so she ended the weekend with two which is what earned her the title of The Volante’s Athlete of the Week. USD hosted the Early Bird track and field meet over the weekend on April 4 and 5. Graduate student Lydia Knapp excelled in the hammer throw […]
Volleyball Competes in Four-Match 2025 Spring Slate
The South Dakota volleyball team opened its 2025 spring season last Saturday in Omaha, Neb. with a series of exhibition matches against Omaha, Creighton and Concordia. These matches marked the beginning of a four-match spring schedule that runs through mid-April. Following the Omaha trip, the Coyotes traveled north to Madison, South Dakota, for an exhibition […]
Softball Takes One Against Rival Jackrabbits
South Dakota softball wrapped up a three-game road trip over two days, against South Dakota State over the weekend at J.T. Moriarty Field in Brookings, South Dakota. In the first game, the Coyotes took the lead early after freshman Madison Evans singled to right field, bringing home two runs. Evans didn’t have to wait long […]
Coyote Football Prepares for Spring Season; Family day on the Horizon
With spring football underway, the University of South Dakota’s football team has finalized its spring schedule as preparations continue for the upcoming fall season. The Coyotes officially began practice on March 12 and will hold a total of 15 sessions throughout March and April. All practices are closed to the public. Quarterbacks coach and Co-Offensive […]