Students from Brookings ‘proud’ to be Coyotes
With the annual football game against SDSU this Saturday, students around campus are preparing to defend the Dome. Several students from Brookings, SD, home of the Jackrabbits, are looking forward to the game and said they’re proud to be Coyotes. Feeling at home Lauren Kratz, a junior medical laboratory science major, said the reason she chose […]
USD students to travel and teach theater to high schoolers
A group of USD students will be touring the state throughout this month to teach high school students about theater as part of a class. Acting Shakespeare, offered every other fall at USD, went on the first tour in 2015. Chaya Gordon-Bland, associate professor of theater, teaches the class. She said the tour is focused […]
VADO finds new space, increases numbers of dance students
When the only gym in town that offered dance lessons closed down in 2010, parents of dance students came together to keep the option open in Vermillion. Pam Ford, executive director of Vermillion Area Dance Organization (VADO), said the desire for a dance program in Vermillion was at an all-time high after the gym closed. “They […]
Tran brings inspiration, optimism to students
A proud alumna of USD, Lena Tran had just gotten back from living in France for the summer and was trying to figure out what she wanted to do. That was when former associate vice president for diversity, Jesús Treviño, approached her in August of 2015 about an opportunity to be a part of a growing team […]
‘Rhinoceros’ deals with themes of conformity and fascism
With highly controversial topics of conformity and fascism still relevant today, the theater department decided to showcase Eugène Ionesco’s play, “Rhinoceros,” for its first production of the year. Dan Frye, a junior acting major, plays the lead role of Bérenger. He said the play’s theme of conformity is a big aspect of the show, and […]
Chamber Singers releases album, looks forward to tour
After releasing an album last year, the Chamber Singers are looking forward to taking their music to Europe. “Let Me Fly,” an album of songs they’ve rehearsed for their performances, was released after three years of production. Deshonte Helm, a senior music education major, said she loves the album. “It’s really good music, it’s well […]
Product review: ‘3 Second Brow’ saves time for morning routine
Many of us start our daily routine by doing makeup. Often times, this can mean waking up an extra 30 minutes to an hour, sometimes more, just to put on makeup. For me at least, a part of this routine includes shaping and filling my eyebrows. But, sleep being as valuable as it is, I […]
Product review: Quick breakfast fix proves useful in the morning
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but many students skip breakfast and opt for the extra 30 minutes of sleep in its place. Granola bars are a fast alternative, but nothing compares to a nice, warm breakfast. Here’s where Duncan Hines’ new product acts as the perfect solution to early morning breakfast skippers. The […]
Product review: Rapid Ramen Cooker an easy alternative for college students
The first thing that usually comes to mind at the mention of ramen noodles is a stereotypical college student. Ramen is a cheap meal that’s relatively easy to make. But as a college student, time is a valuable thing, so sometimes making ramen can be a struggle, especially living in the dorms. Rapid Ramen Cooker […]
Student Theatre Cooperative puts on classic tale with a twist
Transformed from the classic tale many are familiar with, “Cinderella Waltz” takes a refreshing spin with comedy, romance and everything in-between. Student Theatre Cooperative (STC) is an independent origination that produces shows not normally featured in USD’s main-stage season. Senior Leah Geis was the director for the play “Cinderella Waltz” that took place this past […]