Official MUC expansion grand opening draws hundreds of students
The expansion of the Muenster University Center opened noon on Monday. Hundreds of students came to the new dining area to eat Qdoba Mexican Grill, Einstein Bagel Bros. and Chick-fil-A. “People have worked so hard to make this happen on the first day that students are back,” Dean of Students Kim Grieve said. “We couldn’t […]
City Council renews Hy-Vee’s alcohol license after a failed compliance check in May
The Vermillion Hy-Vee will still be allowed to continue alcohol sales after failing an Alcohol Compliance Check in May after City Council allowed its license renewal Dec. 2. City Council held the public hearing to sort out license renewals for liquor and wine in restaurants, grocery stores, the municipal liquor store and the winery. “City […]
Bringing the world to you: Students present their cultures during International Education Week
International students are showcasing their home countries to students at the University of South Dakota for International Education Week. One of many events scheduled during the week of Nov. 18 through Nov. 22 is Global Palate. The event will feature a free sampling of international cuisine from Asia, the Mediterranean, the Americas and France. “We […]
City proposes to modernize park
The city of Vermillion is proposing a plan to modernize Prentis Park with new recreational facilities. Among the biggest of the changes are a new aquatic facility, parking within the park and new recreational courts. The proposed plans will cost the city approximately $6.5 million with roughly $500,000 budgeted for contingency due to the unknowns. […]
Student plagiarism not always handled properly
USD Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Chuck Staben said plagiarism at the University of South Dakota isn’t always followed by proper procedure. English Department Chair John Dudley said there are two ways to approach plagiarism at USD: academically and through student conduct. “The academic decision is at the discretion of the instructor,” he […]
Herbster joins city BID board
David Herbster, athletic director at the University of South Dakota, was named to a five-person Business Improvement District board Monday evening. The board was created by the city of Vermillion to decide how to spend new money collected from hotels within city limits. The Business Improvement District (BID) will add a $2 lodging fee to […]
Strikes for tykes
Dakotathon’s Making Strikes for Miracles event had over 50 students participate in a bowling tournament to benefit Children’s Miracle Network Monday. Twelve teams participated in the bowling event at Howler’s Bar and Grille in Vermillion. “We are trying to get people to enjoy helping our cause,” said senior Ashley Nelson, co-event chair for Dakotathon. Nelson, […]
USD students race for reading awareness
The Mortar Board raised $200 and 12 books at the second annual Trick or Trot 5K. The donations will benefit Vermillion elementary schools to improve literacy, said Lindsay Sparks, assistant director of Student Life. Participants were dressed in Halloween costumes to run or walk the 5K route through Vermillion Sunday morning. 10 students and community […]
Speaker addresses safety concerns
Diversity and inclusion consultant and presenter Jamie Utt told University of South Dakota students Monday night during his presentation, “The Wall,” he had been told ‘this place is not safe,’ after speaking to people on campus. “I have heard a lot of voices here to know there is a lot of work to be done […]
Weekend focuses on family atmosphere
The Student Services office is inviting families to the campus of The University of South Dakota for Family Weekend beginning Friday. This year, family members will be able to go to one of five home athletic events, see a magician, explore Vermillion and participate in a 5K. “The whole point is so families see what […]