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Evaluation of email systems leads to new server provider
The University of South Dakota email system will be down from 5-9 p.m. July 6 while the university changes email service over to Microsoft Live. The decision to change email providers came after an evaluation of the current email system. The change is being made for the benefit of students and staff and will include […]
Kimberly A. Grieve named new University of South Dakotas Dean of Students
Yesterday, the University of South Dakota announced Kimberly Grieve as the new Dean of students. Grieve, who replaces former Dean James Parker, will start at USD on July 30. Previously, Grieves served as assistant vice president and dean of students and retention at Lourdes University in Sylvania, Ohio. She started at Lourdes University in 1992 […]
Nikki’s Fund 5k run/ walk is scheduled for September 15
This year’s Nikki’s Fund walk/ run will be held in Prentis park Sept. 15 during National Suicide Prevention week activities Sept. 9-15 at the University of South Dakota. This will be Vermillion’s seventh annual Nikki’s fund event. “It’s more important now, more than ever, to do something for the students at USD who fight depression,” […]
USD student dies in traffic accident
Early Saturday morning, University of South Dakota student Stacey Myers, 23, was killed in a head on collision involving a semi-truck in Cedar County, Neb. Originally from Yankton, Myers was working toward a degree in Alcohol and Drug Studies at USD, and wanted to use her degree to become a counselor. Myers was actively involved […]
Campus Utility Construction in full swing, expected to be finished by AugustCampus Utility Construction in full swing, expected to be finished by August
The Smith and Smith Construction Company started the most recent University of South Dakota construction project May 7 to replace water and sewer lines on campus. If you see this page, their works have always been efficient. While fixing the main lines, the sidewalks in the construction areas will also be replaced. “Overall we are […]
Vandalism around Vermillion under investigation
Vermillion was hit early Sunday morning with string of vandalisms across the town. More than 20 properties received damage, including: residences, University of South Dakota Greek houses, street signs, vehicles, a riding lawn mower and buildings on the USD campus. All of the properties received similar damage done with markers and paint. The Vermillion Police department […]
Academic scholarships provide students with aid
As the Board of Regents increases tuition at South Dakota’s state universities, students must find ways to pay for college. By applying for scholarships offered by the state and individual universities, students have the opportunity to receive funding that they never have to pay back, as long as they meet the requirements. For South Dakota […]
Smoking ban put in students’ hands
At the University of South Dakota, it has been almost five months since the Student Government Association passed a smoke-free campus resolution. Now, as the school year comes to a close, USD has yet to see a smoking ban implemented on campus. For SGA President Alissa VanMeeteren, the creation and implementation of a smoking ban […]
Summer gives students time for classes
The University of South Dakota offers summer courses to its students, but some students might be wondering if it’s worth it. Academic adviser Steve Ward said taking a summer course can benefit a number of students in various ways. “If students have time during the summer and they are either interested in getting through school […]
Jepsen wins international recognition
The Fulbright Scholarship Program is a collaborative effort between the United States and 155 other countries. A highly competitive program, the Fulbright sends about 1,500 professors and scholars around the world each year to lecture and conduct research. University of South Dakota assistant professor of political science Eric Jepsen will travel to Kerala, India, during […]