Republicans sweep statewide elections
Lieutenant Governor Matt Michels waved a broom above his head at the beginning of his victory speech. “Republican clean sweep,” he yelled. The Republicans certainly did sweep Tuesday night, winning control of all 13 statewide political offices. All state federal officials now belong to the Republican party. Senator John Thune said state politics is South […]
Volleyball trying to eliminate errors for postseason
By Nathan Ellenbecker and Alanna Schmeichel With less than a month until the Summit League Tournament, the University of South Dakota women’s volleyball team is trying to eliminate their simplest mistakes. But after a 25-error performance Sunday, the Coyotes (14-9, 8-2) have a sour taste in their mouth, said head coach Leanne Williamson. “We killed […]
GALLERY: USD football falls to NDSU 47-7`
The University of South Dakota Coyotes took on the North Dakota State University Bison Saturday in the DakotaDome. During the game, sophomore wide receiver Riley Donovan caught a pass from junior quarterback Kevin Earl to score the first Coyote touchdown against the Bison in three years. The touchdown and extra point would be the only […]
PHOTOS: USD soccer ties NDSU 2-2
On Sunday the University of South Dakota women’s soccer team on the North Dakota State University at home. The Coyotes tied the Bison 2-2. (Photos: Anna Glenski / The Volante)
Marching to the beat of tradition
The 100th anniversary of Dakota Days continued Saturday morning with a parade through downtown Vermillion. (Photos: Anna Glenski / The Volante)
‘Yotes cut loose on dance floor
University of South Dakota students attended a Zumba dance party in the Wellness Center Friday night as part of D-Days festivities. (Photos: Phillip Miller)
USD, community complete D-Days Fun Run
University of South Dakota students, faculty, staff and Vermillion community members participated in the third annual Dakota Days Fun Run Oct. 9 The runners started the event by walking from the Wellness Center to the Muenster University Center where they proceeded to do a short Zumba activity. After Zumba, participants then ran the perimeter of the […]
Paradise Fears wraps up first full-band headlining tour, prepares for upcoming album release
Story by Trent Opstedahl and Josie Flatgard The smell of sweat, perfume and a hint of alcohol fill the air inside the compact yet comfortable concert venue. A crowd of about 200 begins to erupt with song and cheer as the house lights dim and the stage lights begin flashing in chaotic patterns. A few […]
RECAP BLOG: State of the University address
Live Blog USD: State of the University Address
Abbott to deliver ‘State of the University’ Sept. 17
University of South Dakota President James Abbott will address the campus Wednesday in his annual speech about the direction of USD’s priorities at 4 p.m. in Slagle Hall’s Aalfs Auditorium. The event is open to all faculty, students and staff. Last year’s State of the University address focused on student retention and graduation rates, especially regarding […]