Events
Greeks prepare for 92nd annual Strollers performance
Comedy and music will soon reign supreme in Aalfs Auditorium at Slagle Hall as University of South Dakota Greek members present their 92nd annual Strollers show this weekend. Strollers is one of USD’s longest traditions, and is an event filled with theatrical skits from sororities and fraternities on campus. Lindsay Sparks, adviser of Strollers, helps coordinate […]
PIKEs promote awareness, raise money for cancer research
Members of the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity at the University of South Dakota are taking a stand against blood cancer by hosting the fifth annual Taylor Trudeau Cycle for Life event at the Wellness Center Feb. 18. Cycle for Life is held at more than 130 campuses across North America, according to the charity’s website. The event […]
Relay for Life offers hope for those affected by cancer
For some University of South Dakota students, the fight against cancer is personal. Junior Emily Jansen is part of the Colleges Against Cancer (CAC) organization on campus and is volunteering her time to help organize the annual Relay for Life event coming up Feb. 22. “I’m really, really passionate about the American Cancer Society (ACS) […]
Greeks raise awareness about women’s heart disease
University of South Dakota women involved in the Alpha Phi sorority are encouraging students and faculty to get involved in their fifth annual “Go Red Week” this week. “Go Red Week” is dedicated to raising money and awareness for both women’s heart disease and the Alpha Phi Foundation, an organization that funds scholarships for members and provides money […]
“Romeo and Juliet” comes to USD stage
The lights in the Wayne S. Knutson Theatre dimmed and the curtain opened as students began rehearsing for a production that hasn’t been performed at the University of South Dakota since 1990. Faculty of the Theatre Department said choosing “Romeo and Juliet” for its final production of the fall semester was a simple decision, as the classic […]
English Department’s used book sale raises $500
With about 1,600 used books ready to be sold, the University of South Dakota’s first English Graduate Student Used Books Sale sold more literature than expected Nov. 5. About $500 was raised, with 300 paperbacks sold for $1 each and 100 hardbacks for $2 each. Jenny Ferguson, a graduate student in the English Department, was one of the […]
Opera production encourages children to read
Performing for about 3,000 elementary students at Vermillion, Yankton and Sioux City schools, University of South Dakota Opera students have been able to put their performance skills to the test while also spreading a message to children. Assistant Professor of Music Brandon Hendrickson, director of the “Three Little Pigs,” said this year’s fall children’s production comes with a lesson. “I always […]
Golden Key prepares for second Shave-tober event
On Halloween dozens of students will shave their heads, not for the sake of a good costume but to raise awareness for pediatric brain cancer. “Shavetober: A Shave for the Brave” will take place 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday in the Muenster University Center Pit Lounge. Shaved hair will be donated to the Locks of […]
Student art to be featured in Washington Pavilion
Alix Suckstorf has enjoyed art since early on in life, and believes art is a perfect fit for her in every aspect of her life. “I started drawing at a young age and just decided that’s what I wanted for an education and a career,” she said. Ultimately deciding to pursue something in graphic design, […]
Lectures introduce new ideas in a flash
A new lecture series, which features one-minute to four-minute lectures, encourages students to “chew on a thought” as they take a break from their day to eat lunch. Adapting to students’ busy schedules, the University of South Dakota Honors Program has introduced the FLASH Lecture Series. Honors Program Coordinator Leslie Pusey said the first semester […]