Academics
International Education Week exposes students to world cultures
This week, USD students have the opportunity to discover cultures from every corner of the world during International Education Week. Though spearheaded by the Center for Academic and Global Engagement (CAGE), the week’s activities are hosted by several organizations, including the political science department, the National Music Museum, the Center for Diversity & Community, the […]
University of Maryland professor delivers talk on molecular container research
About 30 students and faculty gathered in Churchill-Haines on Monday night to hear University of Maryland professor Lyle Isaacs speak about molecular containers. Isaacs said he’s been working in science for many years. With his colleagues, he’s been exploring ways to decrease spending on pharmaceutical drugs, which he says currently generates about $5 billion a […]
Honors seminar incorporates cooking, chemistry and camaraderie
For one class, the more cooks in the kitchen the better. That class is the science of cooking, a new honors seminar that not only teaches 15 students how to cook, but also what chemical reactions take place behind the cooking process. Jake Kerby, the course instructor, said he’s always enjoyed cooking as a hobby. […]
Lack of males on campus reflects a nationwide trend, USD official says
There are three women for every two men on USD’s campus. According to the South Dakota Board of Regents website, the USD student population is 61 percent females and 39 percent males. Scott Pohlson, vice president of Enrollment, Marketing and University Relations said this a state and nationwide trend. Sophomore Jacob Long is one student who’s noticed […]
Visiting professor discusses black female perspective of Jim Crow laws
When some people envision racial tensions in the South during the reign of Jim Crow laws, the suffering of male African Americans at the hands of white authorities may come to mind. This view, however, is distorted, according to LaKisha Simmons, a professor of Global Gender Studies and American Studies at the University of Buffalo, […]
Archaeology lab allows students to gain hands-on experience
Down in the basement of East Hall, undergraduate students are examining human remains, extinct animals and seed collections in an archaeology lab. The lab is made up of three separate facilities: a historical archaeology space, an area for fine-tuned microscopes, and osteology and seed collections. The department also uses the lab to analyze samples from […]
Professor to lead student trip exploring Cuban healthcare
When USD professor Carole South-Winter heard last winter that the relationship between the U.S. and Cuba could soon be on the mend, she immediately envisioned traveling to the island to explore a highly successful aspect of its society despite decades of crippling isolation – its healthcare system (have a peek here to know more about […]
Congress to Campus program makes an impression on students, faculty
Former U.S. Congress members Barry Goldwater Jr. and David Minge may have differing political views, but they set those differences aside this week to talk to USD students about the importance of political civility and participation. The two former Congressman were at USD from this past Sunday to Tuesday as a part of the Congress […]
Brand identity class gives students a glimpse into marketing industry
A USD brand identity class is giving students real-world experience and insight into what working in the graphic design industry can be like. The class begins with students researching Greek gods and mythical creatures, which students then use to create a personal brand. A good digital marketing agency Thailand provides you with new ideas for […]
Spanish Table allows for language practice in grade-free environment
Students in a Spanish course, or simply for fun, can improve their speaking skills through the Spanish Table. Held every Tuesday in the Muenster University Center, students can meet with a Spanish professor, and they answer questions and simply speak in Spanish conversely. Students can receive extra credit by going, but also develop better skills […]