Academics
39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition Highlights Emerging Talent
The University of South Dakota’s 39th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition showcased a diverse collection of artwork by students from within the Fine Arts Department. With 67 works, the exhibition served a way for student artists to display their creative and academic achievements. “Every year the Stilwell is special. It reflects the incredible research created […]
College of Fine Arts to Implement Sophomore Review for Music Students
A new strategy will be implemented for students pursuing a career in music starting next school year. The College of Fine Arts is in the process of starting a sophomore review, leaving students to perform in front of a panel of faculty to gain feedback on how they are doing in their studies so far. […]
The Seasonal Struggle: Daylight Saving Time’s Affect on Mental Health
As the days grow shorter and temperatures drop, students may find themselves navigating more than just icy sidewalks. From seasonal depression to the looming dread of finals week, students often find this time of year difficult to manage. “This is a very high-risk time for a lot of people, not only college students but the […]
South Dakota Union Opens for Business After Almost two Years of Renovations
After nearly two years of construction, the South Dakota Union is open for business. According to the Clay County Historical Preservation Society’s Campus & Historic Buildings: Walking Tour, the South Dakota Union opened in 1930 as the student union. In 1965, the building became an office and classroom space when a new student union was […]
Vermillion Community Celebrates New Elementary School’s Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Two elementary schools in the Vermillion community have been united as one after two years of development. The Vermillion Elementary School has been able to open its doors for the start of the new school year. This is allowing the children to learn in a new environment. Austin Elementary School and Jolley Elementary School have […]
Tuition Freeze Still in Question as the South Dakota Legislative Session Ends
Tuition increases might be another year away for South Dakota university students. On Wednesday, February 14, the Joint Committee on Appropriations announced the state’s revenue estimates, and it looks like 2025 could bring yet another tuition freeze for students attending SDBOR universities. The possibility of extra revenue allows the House and Senate to consider ongoing […]
AI Policy Left for Faculty to Decide
Last year, one of the biggest worries of educators on USD’s main campus was the use of AI programs by students. This year, AI regulations were added to the syllabi of many classes all across campus. Now that more faculty have begun familiarizing themselves with the capabilities made available by AI, some professors are beginning […]
Student Athlete Mental Health Awareness Week
Sept. 30 through Oct.7 is nationally recognized as National Student Athlete Mental Health Week. By acknowledging the challenges student athletes face in juggling academics and athletics, we aim to foster mental toughness while also promoting a culture where seeking support is seen as a strength. Tanner Peterson, USD’s coordinator of student athlete mental health, said […]
Sigma Delta Pi Hosts Spanish Tutoring Sessions for Students
Sigma Delta Pi, the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society at USD, began hosting free Spanish tutoring for students learning Spanish. Lilian Shari, president of Sigma Delta Pi, said she wanted to make the organization more known on campus. Her first thought was getting a group together so they can speak Spanish and talk about what […]