Sexual assault reported in Coyote Village
The University was notified of an alleged sexual assault that took place in Coyote Village last Saturday, according to an email sent from the dean of students office Tuesday afternoon. The email read, “USD is aware of an alleged sexual assault in Coyote Village that was reported Saturday, Sept. 8. The University immediately notified the Vermillion […]
Vermillion sees student housing options increase, leases available
The Heights and The Quarters are two new off-campus housing developments in Vermillion that are currently under construction and students can move-in next summer. Construction for both developments and planning room layouts began within the past year and students can currently sign leases and plan their living situations through 2019. New opportunities Nate Welch, CEO and President […]
Vince Staples to perform at Sanford Coyotes Sports Center Oct. 16
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) announced Friday afternoon that rapper Vince Staples will perform at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center Oct. 16. Staples is known for songs such as “Norf Norf” and “Yeah Right.” Sammie Dlugosh, senior media & journalism major and CAB member, said Staples is on tour and being in Vermillion worked with […]
Professor shares her passion for sustainability, provides students with opportunities
Meghann Jarchow, chair of the sustainability and environment department, is now teaching courses in both the masters and doctorate level for sustainability. Jarchow has been with the department since August 2012 and has worked hard to have her passion showcased. Chasing Dreams Jarchow said her interest in sustainability came from a young age where she […]
The Bean expansion almost complete, ribbon cutting Sept. 12
The Bean is expected to open early September at 6 West Main after months of construction. The business is planning to have a ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for Sept. 12. Leslie Gerrish, co-owner of The Bean, said because the community coffeehouse has grown to be a part of the Vermillion community, they decided to expand. […]
MUC and I.D. Weeks Library cut back hours to benefit student employees, faculty
The Muenster University Center and the I.D. Weeks Library have changed their hours of operation for the new academic year. Last year Sunday to Thursday the MUC would close at 2 a.m. but this semester the MUC and I.D. Weeks Library will close at midnight. Doug Wagner, director of the MUC and student programming, said for […]
Students complete various summer internships across nation
USD is known to have different majors for students to immerse themselves in for their studies. As students complete their studies they also have the opportunity to complete summer internships to set them on a path toward the future. The Volante interviewed five undergraduate and one graduate student who have completed internships not only in […]
Miss South Dakota prepares for Miss America and reflects on passion for pageants
Several USD students competed in the Miss South Dakota pageant in June in Hot Springs, South Dakota. USD students were named Miss South Dakota, first-runner up and second runner-up. Miss South Dakota Carrie Wintle, a USD graduate of business administration and mathematics, was crowned Miss South Dakota. As Wintle prepares for the Miss America pageant […]
Department of Dental Hygiene to perform community services with grant
The department of dental hygiene received a grant in mid-June that would allow for students to perform oral health services for low-income children, veterans and seniors. The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Rural Health Outreach grant will allow students to be supervised by licensed faculty and they will travel to serve nine communities […]
Bob Sutton named as CEO of Avera Health
Bob Sutton, South Dakota Board of Regents President, was named the CEO of Avera Health Thursday morning after a nationwide search. Sutton said he is “humbled” to continue Avera’s mission. “I am honored that the sisters who lead Avera have placed their confidence in me as the next president and CEO, and at the same […]