Full-time student, part-time Miss SD USA
From the biology lab to the stage, junior biology major and Miss South Dakota USA 2018, Madison Nipe, is balancing being a full time student with her role as Miss South Dakota USA 2018. Prior to competing in the Miss South Dakota USA 2018 pageant in October, Madison Nipe had not been involved in the […]
Little siblings event reunites families, showcases campus
Little siblings weekend is an annual event put together by student services. This event gives little siblings the ability to spend time at their siblings college while enjoying university activities. Doug Wagner, director of the Muenster University Center and student programming, has organized little siblings weekend for the last three years. Wagner said an average of […]
Retired professor publishes veterans’ stories
Nine years ago, retired USD criminal justice professor Steve Feimer, was asked to turn Vietnam War photos into slides. Feimer said he was fascinated by these photos and instantly became interested in learning more about the first hand experience of war. Since that first slide show, Feimer has been composing his book “Vietnam Vets: Still Coming Home – Their […]
National Music Museum seasonal concert showcases piano performance, instrument collection
Pianist Richard Steinbach performed his holiday concert “Christmas Spirit” at the National Music Museum Friday night. The concert was the last performance of the NMM’s fall semester, and was a seasonal performance focused on piano. Steinbach performed the concert on the museum’s 1855 Broadwood piano. The monthly concerts showcase various instruments from the museum’s collection. Steinbach, from […]
USD production of ‘Little Women’ explores feminism, expands opportunities for actresses
Though the novel “Little Women” was written more than 150 years ago, many members of the USD community believe its themes are still relevant today. “It is a coming of age story for a young woman who is finding herself,” Jackson Whitaker, a sophomore musical theater major, said. “No matter what generation, it’s still applicable. Jo March […]
Diwali celebrates religion, reminds students of home
Diwali is a religious celebration in Hindu, Sikhi and Jaini religions. It’s celebrated all over India and in other parts of the world, and was observed at USD through the Center for Diversity & Community (CDC) Sunday night. India, the main country Diwali is celebrated in, is made up of 29 different states, and each […]
One-act plays showcase student talent
Four one-act plays will be showcased for three nights starting on Oct. 20 at USD. Students and faculty members chose which one-act plays to perform: “Lives of the Great Waitress” by Nina Shengold,” “‘Dentity Crisis” by Christopher Durang, “Baby Food” by David Lindsay-Abaire and “The Bond” by Amy Lowell and Robert Frost. A dark twist […]
Q&A with alumna Faith Spotted Eagle
USD alumna Faith Spotted Eagle has been an active voice for Native Americans since she was young. Faith Spotted Eagle attended Black Hills State and American University in Washington D.C. She graduated from USD in 1974 with a master’s in guidance and counseling. Since then, she’s had various roles ranging from teacher, basketball coach and community activist […]
Tapingo sees increased use on campus
The food purchasing app, Tapingo, was first brought to the USD campus in March 2017. The app, which available for iPhones and Android phones, is free and can be synced to students’ meal plans or set up with a credit card. Tapingo’s main purpose is convenience. Adam Chicoine, USD’s director of campus dining, said he […]
LGBTQ+ History Month continues celebration of pride
LGBTQ+ History Month presents a chance for students to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and its history. Senior Olivia Mann has been involved in the Center for Diversity and Community and Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance since last year. She said she’s excited for the opportunity to celebrate this month by educating others. “There are so many people here […]