Students return home to caucus for candidates in Iowa

“Is there anyone to speak for Governor John Kasich?” asked the man in charge of the Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, Republican Caucus for the second time Monday evening. One hand shot up. “ I’ll speak for him,” said 21-year-old USD senior political science and history major Cole Bocklemann. Bocklemann had no intention to speak in front […]

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Professor designs South Dakota ornaments for National Christmas Tree

Last week, the 93rd National Christmas Tree was lit at the White House in Washington, D.C., and USD had a part in the spectacle that is viewed by thousands of visitors. This year, the tree’s decorations reflect the celebration of the National Park Service’s 100th birthday, and some of the ornaments were created by a […]

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USD alumnus assumes powerful US House of Representatives position

USD alumnus Rep. Kevin Brady, R-Texas, became one of the most powerful members of Congress last week. “Out of 435 members in the House of Representatives, he is definitely in the top 10 most powerful people, perhaps the top five,” political science instructor Mary Pat Bierle said. Brady was elected in a private meeting by […]

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USD graduate nominated by Obama for US Attorney position

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — President Barack Obama has nominated University of South Dakota School of Law graduate Randolph Seiler to be South Dakota’s U.S. Attorney. Seiler has been the acting U.S. attorney in the state since March, when then-U.S. Attorney Brendan Johnson stepped down for a job in private practice. The U.S. Senate must […]

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Upcoming FAFSA changes to make process easier for students

An announcement made by President Barack Obama earlier this month will make the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process easier for USD students. According to a White House fact sheet on the change, as of now, students are unable to submit their FAFSA until Jan. 1. Their family’s taxes from the previous year also have to be completed […]

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Fatal shooting by campus cop prompts colleges’ reviews

CINCINNATI (AP) — A University of Cincinnati police officer’s fatal shooting of a motorist he stopped over a missing front license plate has grabbed other colleges’ attention, prompting discussions and reviews of their own police policies. News of the July 19 shooting of motorist Samuel DuBose spread quickly through the campus law enforcement community. It […]

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