Training exercise teaches ROTC cadets leadership, tactical skills
A two-way radio squawks in the distance. The platoon sergeant moves up and down the ambush line, checking his soldiers to make sure they’re in cover. Shots ring out, and someone shouts “Return fire!” The scene isn’t from some far away war zone, but from the Austin Training Area near Elk Point, S.D., where Reserve […]
USD women find empowerment through ROTC
Amber Hansen and Cassie Donahoe are not typical female college students at the University of South Dakota. They go to class every day just like other students, and they admit to having a hard time trying to balance their social lives with their school work. The only difference between them and the hundreds of other […]
The seven stages of pulling an all-nighter
1. Optimism You can do this! You’ve stayed up late before. You can and will get this paper done. 2. Procrastination You’ve got more than enough time to get everything done. Checking Twitter and Facebook one more time isn’t going to kill you. 3. The wall You’ve been staring at your computer screen […]
PHOTOS: ROTC conducts simulated training exercises
On March 28, the University of South Dakota Reserve Officers Training Corps conducted simulated training exercises (STX) at the Austin Training Area near Elk Point. Throughout the day cadets learned about leading squads, planning missions and engaging enemy forces. (Photo: First-year ROTC cadet Denis Verbovskiy provides security during a field exercise March 28 at the Austin […]
Seven things to enjoy about spring
1. Walks Whether it’s in the morning or at night, with a friend or alone, walks can help clear your mind and help you unwind. 2. Thunderstorms It may be the small town kid in me, but nothing is more relaxing than watching a storm roll in. 3. Picnics Call your friends, grab […]
USD researchers strive to protect South Dakota wildlife
One team of University of South Dakota researchers is actively searching for a deadly plague on the prairies of South Dakota. Hugh Britten, a biology professor, and Erica Mize, a Ph.D. biology student, have been studying sylvatic plague, a disease that is decimating the prairie dog population of the state. “It’s the wildlife form of […]
VIDEO: National Music Museum chosen as host site for 2016 Shakespeare exhibit
William Shakespeare once wrote “If music be the food of love, play on.” In 2016, these words — along with 36 of his plays — will be on display in the National Music Museum at the University of South Dakota. The NMM announced Feb. 26 it had been selected by the Folger Shakespeare Library as […]
Military strategy and policy at center of forum
The Middle East, military strategy and leadership skills were just some of the things discussed in Farber Hall March 3 by a University of South Dakota alum. Kenneth Tauke, a colonel in the United States Army, entered the military in 1983 as a private in the Military Police Corps. Since then, Tauke has climbed the ranks […]
12 reactions while watching the Strollers Show
1. The beginning of the show Here we go. If this is anything like last year, it should be interesting. 2. The first South Dakota State University joke Go ‘Yotes! I hope there’s SDSU grads in the audience. They’re going to need some ice for that burn! 3. The 20th SDSU joke Another […]
Seven things you realize when you go back home
1. It’s a big deal for your parents and your neighbors. It’s like a hero’s welcome when people find out you’re coming back for a weekend. 2. Your bedroom isn’t your bedroom anymore. It might still look the same but it doesn’t feel the same. 3. Your friend group from high school is […]