Earth Day is April 22. While the rest of world just has a day, USD does things a little differently. At USD, Earth Day has become Earth Days, where the entire week is home to events, including speakers, movies and stargazing, aimed at promoting sustainability and awareness. Put on by the USD Sustainability     […]

For student organizations, there is always a goal: more attendance. Organizations that put on events, whether it be Pi Day by the Math Club, or massive concerts put on by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), aim to increase attendance. Holding events is a key part to any successful organization.buy lasix online https://www.lifefoodstorage.store/wp-content/languages/new/prescription/lasix.html no prescription There […]

Perceptions of law enforcement officers can vary and become a contentious conversation at times. Regardless, police officers live a life of danger and caution. Just last year, 129 officers died in the line of duty. Our ability to recognize this reality can help bridge gaps between civilians and police officers. What students see every day in […]

It’s that time of year again. Time to elect the next president, vice president and senators for SGA. But, the sad reality is most students either don’t know or don’t care about the election, much to their detriment. All students should participate in the political process by attending the debate, and at the very least, […]

Ever since USD President James Abbott announced his retirement last fall, there has been a buzz around who will take his place. It was in January that an official search committee was created to find Abbott’s successor. The committee consists of 18 people from a wide range of backgrounds. Ten of them are USD alumni, […]

ICARE, the $300,000 grant to prevent and respond to sexual assault on campus, was introduced to students and staff last Thursday. Though long awaited, ICARE has done well in its implementation. In October of 2016, USD was awarded the grant by the Department of Justice’s Office of Violence Against Women to address sexual assault on campus. […]

Recently, Sen. Stace Nelson, R-Fulton, introduced Senate Bill 103 into the state legislature. The bill aims to prevent undocumented students from attending state institutions of higher learning, or receiving in-state tuition and financial aid. In an interview with The Volante, Sen. Nelson referenced an article in the Argus Leader in which there were admissions from Scott Pohlson, vice president […]

We’re all lucky to be at college. It’s an opportunity most of the world isn’t afforded. For most, it can difficult to grasp how fortunate we are and what it takes to have a functioning educational institution. There’s one group of people we can all thank: veterans. Without our men and women in uniform, it […]