Academics
Library moves research materials online
The I.D. Weeks Library is in the process of moving its material onto digital databases. While not necessarily replacing physical collections, the library is increasing its use of online journals, documents, textbooks and other works within the school’s database. Though the University of South Dakota’s library has been working with digital content for quite some […]
Two USD schools ranked as the best
The Princeton Review released its guides to law and business schools this week, ranking both the University of South Dakota School of Law and the Beacom School of Business among the nation’s best. The USD School of Law is listed among “The Best 168 Law Schools,” while the Beacom School of Business is featured in […]
School of business recognizes alumni
The University of South Dakota Beacom School of Business recently honored students and alumni for their outstanding service and support. Sara Boyum of West Point, Neb., who graduated in May 2012 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting, received the Outstanding Senior Award, while Corey Backer of Sioux Falls, S.D., a Master of Public […]
S.D. BOR honors student groups
Three student organizations from the University of South Dakota were recognized at the South Dakota Board of Regents meeting Oct. 10 for their outstanding academic, community and organizational work. The Panhellenic Council received the BOR’s Award for Academic Excellence. Panhellenic Council’s focus on academic success is demonstrated by the average GPA of the sorority community, […]
Simmons receives PKP honor award
A University of South Dakota student recently received an award from the nation’s oldest and largest collegiate honor society. Jason T. Simmons, a graduate student in the MBA Health Services Administration program in the Beacom School of Business, received the 2012 Love of Learning Award from the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Simmons, who […]
Marketing, admissions departments develop strategies for enrollment
Along with attempts to enroll a larger first-year class, the University of South Dakota worked to piece together a geographically diverse one as well. Devoid of high school visits from university representatives, first-years from faraway states often learn about USD from word of mouth. “I found out basically through my parents. My dad told me […]
Professor develops invisible QR code
A University of South Dakota professor has helped create an invisible version of the Quick Response (QR) code. Stanley May, professor of chemistry at USD, along with Jon Kellar and William Cross, professors of materials and metallurgical engineering at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology in Rapid City, S.D., found a way to incorporate […]
Faculty consider grading initiative
The University of South Dakota’s University Senate is discussing a plus/minus grading initiative. The initiative would work to decrease grade inflation. The topic first came up during the Senate’s January 2012 monthly meeting. At the end of the 2012 spring semester, SGA President Alissa VanMeeteren spoke on behalf of SGA, in opposition to the initiative. […]
Three faculty members awarded for their advanced research
Andrew Shim Andrew Shim’s main goal is to make his own contribution to society, even if that means he is a “dirt-broke poor person.” “I’m looking out there for what’s really needed to hopefully make an impact upon our society, and right now I’m looking at the seniors,” Shim said. The research that Shim, associate […]
Board of Regents requests state funds
The South Dakota Board of Regents is requesting $14.5 million in state funding to prevent students from bearing the burden of rising education costs. The BOR passed a proposal Aug. 9 that seeks additional support from the state government for the 2013-14 school year. Governor Dennis Daugaard will review the request when he formulates his […]