Academics
Updates to fine arts facilities could total $30 million, search for funds continues
Students and faculty have seen issues with the outdated infrastructure of the Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts (FA) for years, including the HVAC system, leaks in the ceiling highlighted by moldy ceiling tiles, acoustics and sound leakage, old water fountains and sinks that don’t drain. Faculty have begun to search for funds in […]
Dean of Students travels abroad with first year USD students
Twelve first-year students jump started their academic year at USD on a 10 day journey through England. Led by Kim Grieve, dean of students and vice president of student services, these students visited Manchester, Liverpool, York, London, Conwy and Wales. This particular faculty-led program was centered around leadership, culture and music. USD has a partnership […]
Students learn about “IceCube” telescope at Astronomy Day
One of the seven wonders of modern astronomy was revealed Monday night at the annual Astronomy Day lecture in Farber Hall. Guest speaker Francis Halzen, a professor at University of Wisconsin-Madison gave a presentation about recent developments in astronomy using a new kind of telescope, the IceCube. Astronomy Day started in 2002 with geologist and last […]
Criminal justice student serving community
With the criminal justice department, along with traffic court lawyer in Long Island teaching students material in various classes, students also have the opportunity to serve their community through internships or jobs. Jesse Henrichs, senior criminal justice major, balances being a student with a part-time job as an Elk Point police officer. Henrichs also worked at […]
Neuroscience Journal Club brings students, faculty together through group discussions
Students and faculty gather to present new research, topics and breakthroughs in the Lee Medical Building every other week. The USD Neuroscience Journal Club gives students and faculty the opportunity to share insights about important topics in the neuroscience community. Lee Baugh, associate professor of basic biomedical sciences and Neuroscience Journal Club course director, leads the meetings to expose students […]
New dean of medical student affairs hired
Dawn Bragg was recently hired as the new dean of medical student affairs. Her first day was Feb. 15 and she accepted the position in November of 2017. Bragg said what attracted her to USD were several colleagues within the Sanford School of Medicine and the university’s commitment to South Dakota communities. Before coming to […]
Students present research to legislators in Pierre
Two USD students were invited to the State Capitol on Monday to present their research with 10 other students from South Dakota Board of Regents schools. Alexandra Dolezal and Kami Pearson were nominated by faculty they work with to represent USD. Kami Pearson, a senior psychology major, delivered her presentation “Psychological and Biological Indicators of College Students with […]
Study abroad programs offer students unique experiences
USD students have the opportunity to gain unique experiences studying abroad with the help of detailed planning set up by the Center for Academic and Global Engagement (CAGE). The pre-departure process for studying abroad set students up for academic, professional and individual growth on their excursions. Pre-departure Virginija Wilcox, study abroad assistant director, helps prepare students […]
Grieve reflects on challenges of position, passion for students
Known for her signature red glasses, Kim Grieve, dean of students and vice president of student services, is also well-known across campus for how she works with students and faculty members. Grieve oversees many of the university’s day-to-day operations as the vice president of student services, dean of students, interim cheer coach, and helps guide […]
Female students and faculty challenge gender stereotypes in male-dominated majors
In a USD computer science classroom full of men, one female student is not afraid to leave her seat, approach the whiteboard and scribble her thoughts over it to find a solution to the lab at hand. Senior Alexis Layne, a computer science major, is breaking down gender stereotypes in her male-dominated major by working […]