Spring showcase exhibits vocal talent
Tracelyn Gesteland’s spring studio showcase gives USD vocal students an opportunity to practice performing, which Gesteland believes is important. Gesteland, associate professor of voice and opera, has hosted an annual showcase ever since she began teaching at USD. “I wanted literally to ‘showcase’ the hard work that my students put in throughout the year for […]
Cash-only business practice affects local bars
Many of the popular bars in downtown Vermillion have a cash-only policy, even though local bar owners said that carrying cash is less common with younger people. Out of all of the downtown bars, six will take cards: Vermillion Eagles Club, Leo’s Sports Bar & Grill, Maya Jane’s, Old Lumber Company, Dakota Brick House and […]
People of the Pack: Hadassa Pacheco
Hadassa Pacheco is a graduate student at USD getting her masters in piano performance from Brazil. Molly Sperlich: Did you do your undergrad at USD? Hadassa Pacheco: No, I was in Brazil for my undergrad, so I have only been at USD since August. MS: So, how do you like it so far? HP: It […]
Vermillion Area Arts Council strives to create a vibrant community, inspire university students
Through its various events and exhibits, the Vermillion Area Arts Council (VAAC) hopes to show Vermillion residents the important impact that the arts can have on a community. The VAAC was founded in the early 1970’s with the goal of creating a stronger appreciation for the arts. Their mission statement outlines the goals of their organization. […]
Sigma Nu house to become a bed and breakfast
At the City Council meeting on April 2, variances were approved that will allow a Vermillion couple turn the old Sigma Nu fraternity into a Bed and Breakfast. The variances included proposals to add a garage with Garage Door Window Inserts onto the house as well as an extra bedroom. This offers better protection and […]
People of the Pack: Naomi Giesen
Naomi Giesen is a junior majoring in mathematics and the president of the USD Math Club. Molly Sperlich: What do you want to do with your degree? Naomi Giesen: I’m not quite sure yet, but I don’t want to teach. That’s just not really my thing. MS: What are your roles in the Math Club? NG: […]
Holdhusen instills passion in students
Aside from teaching choral conducting and introducing new music to his choir students, David Holdhusen – the associate professor of music, chair of the music department and director of choral activities- also teaches his students passion. Holdhusen had a traditional upbringing in music, as he got involved in elementary school singing in the choir and playing […]
People of the Pack: Savannah Aanderud hopes to help Vermillion animals
Savannah Aanderud, a junior medical biology major, is the president and founder of the Care for Critters organization at USD. Molly Sperlich: Why did you start this organization and when was it founded? Savannah Aanderud: We started it in spring of last year. I have always had a huge love for animals and I knew […]
Vermillion City Council agrees to sponsor the WNIT tournament game
The Vermillion City Council agreed to use $5,000 of the Bed, Board and Booze (BBB) fund to allow the university to host a Women’s National Invitation Tournament (WNIT) Basketball game at their meeting on Monday night. The university has an opportunity to host a WNIT tournament game this coming Thursday as they advance into the […]
African Night students take an aim to embrace inclusiveness
The Muenster University Center ballroom was filled with singing, dancing and cultural education during the African Student Association’s African Night held in the MUC ballroom on Sunday, March 18. Lamont Sellers, associate vice president for diversity and advisor for ASA, said he believes the African population does a nice job of getting involved in various groups […]