Graduation Brings New Opportunities
Commencement is approaching for seniors across campus. Some graduates plan to stay in Vermillion to further their education, while others are branching out and accepting positions in the workforce. The University of South Dakota provides students with the ability to choose where they go and what they plan to do after graduation. Paige Krumm, a […]
The Sound of USD to be Appearing at Mardi Gras
In Feb. 2024, The Sound of USD will travel to New Orleans, Louisiana, to march in two parades at Mardi Gras. They will be featured in Endymion, which is the largest parade, and Orpheus, which is a newer parade. Mardi Gras has years of cultural history behind the tradition and it brings in millions of […]
IdeaFest Celebrates 35 Years of Success
USD hosted its annual Ideafest from April 5-6. For these two days, the university was filled with educational presentations and speakers at the research symposium. IdeaFest is an opportunity for students to showcase their academic achievements to other students, faculty and community members. Lindsay Hayes, the IdeaFest coordinator, said IdeaFest is a valuable event. “It […]
BIOS Babes Celebrates Women in STEM
New clubs are established every semester, and this semester, the BIOS Babes club was introduced on the USD campus. BIOS Babes is a club on campus that focuses on the history of women in STEM, specifically in tech. Alexis Haiar, the president of the club, said the creation of this club is very beneficial for […]
‘StoryWalks’ Returns For Spring Season
The Vermillion community continues to come together in many ways to create special events for the residents that build connections and create fun. The Vermillion Public Library put together an event called StoryWalks where anyone can walk outside and read a book through downtown Vermillion. They use picture books so people can read a story […]
Bougie Berries Gets New Look After Two Years
While already balancing a busy school schedule, Aliyah Jackson, Asiah Jackson and Kayla Saleem decided to add business owners to their titles. They first had the idea of a chocolate-covered strawberry business in 2020 when they created the brand Bougie Berries. Jackson, one of the owners, is proud of where this business has come. To […]
First Fridays Bring Collaboration and Education
Every first Friday of the month, the MUC Pit is filled with food, people and activities to bring light to groups around campus and educate the university community. The Office of Multicultural Affairs hosts the First Friday events by partnering with different organizations and departments across campus. Marcus Destin, the Multicultural Affairs Coordinator, said these […]
Dakotathon Fundraisers are Full of Success
Dakotathon is busy creating fundraisers throughout the school year to plan for its big marathon event on April 1. Dakotathon is a yearlong fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network; marathon event. At the marathon, Miracle Children from around the region are invited to spend the day with the Dakotathon participants. Madison Sundvold, the executive director, said […]
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 experience for both of them. “Getting my degree with my father was an awesome experience,” Conover said. “Not […]
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 experience for both of them. “Getting my degree with my father was an awesome experience,” Conover said. “Not […]