Barnes & Noble contract expiring early June, new contract to be signed by March 1
The university bookstore has been under Barnes & Noble’s ownership since 2002, and that contract is due to expire June 1, 2019. The university decided to undergo a request for proposal (RFP) to view all partnership possibilities. As of now, they are Barnes & Noble, Follett, BBA Solutions and Akademos/Indico. John Howe, associate dean of […]
Why 2019 is going to be the biggest year for ‘Star Wars’
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, fans are in for a ride that is 2019. With numerous television shows such as “Resistance” finishing its first season and “The Mandalorian” being released in the fall this also leaves the highly anticipated “Episode IX” releasing in December. It’s only a matter of time before […]
International Education Week aims to educate community about world hunger and poverty
Alternative Week of Learning (AWOL) and Then Feed Just One are having events during International Education Week which runs from Nov. 12- Nov. 16 to raise awareness for hunger and poverty awareness. The Volante reported that in 2016 Clay County had a food insecurity rate of 16.8 percent. Today, according to the 2016 census the […]
UDiscover Scholars Program receives additional funding
The UDiscover Scholars Summer Program, a research program utilized by USD students, is receiving more funding. In a press release from the university, the program obtained a South Dakota Board of Regents Research and Discovery Innovation Grant to “increase student stipends to a level comparable to other research experiences for undergraduates. The program will also implement an […]
Inman House renovations almost completed, 403 E. Main Street purchased
One of Vermillion’s well-known historical buildings, where the university president and their family reside, is getting an upgrade. Renovations to the Inman House, also known as the president’s mansion, started in April and is due to be completed by Nov. 30. Brian Limoges, director of construction and projects for the university said they “basically updated […]
Billie Sutton visits campus, converses with community
Billie Sutton, South Dakota Democratic Party gubernatorial candidate, visited the USD campus and Vermillion community Wednesday afternoon. Sutton met students and community members by the Muenster University Center (MUC) pit and discussed his campaign and the issues that he cares about. Sutton said the campaign is going well and has gained momentum. “I think it’s […]
Local church vandalized, investigation ongoing
The Apostolic Faith Church of Vermillion was vandalized this weekend, and the damage was discovered Sunday morning. In an article from The Yankton Daily Press & Dakotan, Pastor Greg Robinson said he and his son came to the church that morning to prepare for services and noticed the front entry light was on and a side window was […]
Students seek changes in home game ticket policy
Because of the university rule stating non-USD students cannot enter the student section at sporting events, even with a ticket, students express their desire for change. Currently, USD policy says only USD students are allowed to sit in the student section at sporting events, but many students will pick up their free ticket, and then […]
‘These Shining Lives’ provides students with a different experience, learning outcome
The USD theater department took on Melanie Marnchih’s play, “These Shining Lives” which focused on women’s and workers rights. The cast and crew reflected on their time on-set and what the challenges and good opportunities were about the production. Raimondo Genna, chair of the theater department and director of “These Shining Lives” said the production […]
Students and faculty provide resources for domestic violence awareness month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and the Vermillion community and students gave their input on how victims can stay safe, seek help from domestic violence defense attorneys and utilize resources around the community. With various resources at student services and in the community, students and activists hope victims of domestic violence seek the support […]