NSA hosts Dashain, celebrates good over evil
The Nepalese Student Association (NSA) and Indian Student Association celebrated Dashain which is a celebration of good overcoming evil. Dashain is a holiday that spans over 15 days and observes Durga, the goddess of victory, defeating demons and liberating mankind. It’s recognized in Nepal, parts of India and Myanmar. On Sunday they held a campus […]
Spectrum hosts drag show, students perform
Students and professionals will come together to dazzle the community with their gowns and performances Wednesday night. USD Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance is hosting a professional and amateur drag show on Wednesday to promote the LGBTQ+ community on campus. Carrie Minette, a member of Spectrum and senior computer science major, said the drag show […]
CDC implements ‘First Fridays’
First Fridays is a newly implemented luncheon to bolster conversations and invite people into the Center for Diversity and Community. Laura Chandler, director of the CDC, said this will be held every month and they will reach out to include different organizations. “And we’re really just bringing people together to socialize,” Chandler said. “We’re also […]
USD faculty perform in Rawlins Piano Trio
Three USD music faculty members will be performing in the Rawlins Piano Trio concert this weekend. The group will have their first concert of the season at the Colton Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. They added their newest member in August and are now prepared for their first performance. Susan Keith Gray, the pianist […]
Theater department modernizes ‘Love’s Labor’s Lost’
Shakespeare in a frat house? The USD theater department has their opening show of the year, and it mixes classical Shakespeare and modern American culture. Tim Pyles, assistant professor said he chose the show Love’s Labor’s Lost because it connects with the college crowd and he feels it’s important for his students to learn. “I […]
Greek Week sponsors blood drive, events
Throughout the week of Sep. 17 to the 21st, Greek life on USD’s campus is holding numerous events for their community, called Greek Week. During this week there are multiple events that help support fundraising efforts for each fraternity and sorority. The first community event was the blood drive sponsored by Greek life. Kylee Patrick, […]
USD Grow to educate on agriculture
USD Grow is a new student group that started on campus last spring that’s focused on teaching people about plants and agriculture. One of the main goals of this organization is educating more people about gardening and its benefits. Getting started During a blizzard that canceled classes last winter, a group of students were sitting in Old […]
Brazilian pianist performs and teaches at USD
Graceful fingers fluttered over black and white keys and toes danced on pedals as her body swayed with the music rising from the piano Monday evening. Cristina Capparelli Gerling, a Brazilian pianist and academic, visited USD to perform and critique students during her stay. As an artist, she has traveled the world to perform and teach […]
Students providing for students: the Campus Activities Board
Throughout the year there are many events that are provided to students to relieve the stress of the school year. One organization on campus that is led by students focuses on bringing entertainment to campus. The Campus Activity Board is known for their activities they bring to the student body, especially for the main concert […]
Women’s tennis team looks to claim Summit League Tournament title
The women’s tennis team is looking for redemption after placing second last year at the Summit League Tournament. The Coyotes (9-11) will head to Denver for the conference tournament on April 27, with hopes of being champions. The team is looking to strengthen their game to achieve that goal. “We’ve put (ourselves) in a lot […]