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Looking back: Daugaard grateful for time as governor
Alumnus Dennis Daugaard is in his final term as governor of South Dakota. Daugaard grew up on a farm between Garretson and Dell Rapids, SD. Daugaard said he went to a small, one-room country school for elementary school before going to high school in Dell Rapids. He decided to come to USD after some persuasion […]
Yotes Got Talent kicks off Dakota Days festivities
The 103rd Dakota Days celebrations kicked off with the annual Yotes Got Talent show and the top 14 reveal of the candidates for Dakota Days royalty in Slagle Hall Sunday. Yotes Got Talent performers included singers, a violinist and USD’s acapella group, the High Howlers. Senior Marissa Reis said her favorite part of the night […]
BREAKING: President Abbott announces retirement
USD President James Abbott announced his retirement Wednesday during the annual State of the University Address. “This concludes my 21st State of the University Address. It is also my last,” he said on stage in Aalfs Auditorium. “I am truly grateful for the opportunity to have served my alma mater for 21 years. I’m also very […]
Asbestos abatement an ongoing and costly project on campus
Asbestos was abated in 33 Brookman Hall rooms over the summer. The abatement cost about $18,000, said Bob Oehler, Facilities Management associate vice president, in an email. According to the American Cancer Society, “There is no health risk if the asbestos is bonded into intact finished products, such as walls and tiles. As long as the material […]
USD sees enrollment increase
There are 10,261 students enrolled in USD this fall, a 2.2 percent increase from last year’s 10,038 students. The university has seen one of the biggest increases in students from Iowa, which had a 9.2 percent increase. Scott Pohlson, vice president for enrollment, marketing & university relations, said this was due to offering in-state tuition to […]
ROTC holds field training exercise in Yankton
The Reserve Officers Training Corps held a two-day field training exercise this weekend at the Lewis and Clark Boy Scout Camp in Yankton. Thirty-two USD students of all grade levels in ROTC attended. ROTC prepares students to become officers in the U.S. military. Students who enroll in ROTC receive a paid college education and a guaranteed […]
Chemistry professor awarded for hard work and dedication
USD chemistry professor and dean of USD’s graduate school Ranjit Koodali was recently recognized for his commitment to research and teaching. Earlier this year, Koodali was awarded the Salutes to Excellence Award from the American Chemical Society. The award is given to individuals who’ve made significant contributions to the field, according to the organization’s website. “It has an […]
Honors Program sees record enrollment
USD’s Honors Program is setting records outside of the classroom this fall. This school year, 158 first-year students were accepted into the program, making this the largest incoming class of Honors students in the history of USD. “I think that the increase in the numbers reflects the fact that the students coming to USD […]
New arts and sciences dean looks to expand department
USD’s new Arts and Sciences dean is looking to lead the college to success. Dean Michael Kruger came to USD over the summer. He has 24 years of experience in higher education, and 13 years in administration. Kruger said his previous experience as associate dean of Arts and Sciences at University of Missouri-Kansas City has helped […]
USD prepares for Dakota Days events
School spirit and tradition are at the forefront of the minds of students, faculty and alumni as Dakota Days approaches. Whether it’s planning events or ensuring student safety, several organizations are involved in preparing the weeklong homecoming festivities, setting up security systems, Retractable Stanchions, etc., for student safety. Jessie Sadlon, a senior medical biology major […]