Former CDC coordinator shares concerns, reasons for leaving

By Cheyenne Alexis and Ally Krupinsky Students in the Center for Diversity & Community (CDC) are hoping for a positive semester this spring after a “tumultuous” fall. One source of student concern was Lena Tran’s departure from the CDC’s intercultural program coordinator position. “Everyone was like, ‘She made the CDC what it is’ and like, […]

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USD students embrace Black History Month

February is Black History Month, and the Union of African American Students are celebrating their culture while getting USD students involved. The theme for USD’s Black History Month is “Who am I? I am Black History” and one main goal is to discuss the significance of appropriation versus appreciation. For each event this month, members of UAAS […]

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Professors, international students gather during breaks

One USD professor has opened his home to international students who are unable to travel home for holiday breaks such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. K.C. Santosh, an assistant computer science professor and Nepalese faculty advisor, started the tradition three years ago. Santosh said it’s nice to spend time with students, especially those who feel homesick over […]

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Taala celebrates diversity, helps international students feel at home

Taala, an event held by the international club celebrating Southern and East Asian cultures, was held Sunday night in the Muenster University Center ballroom. International club president Talita Fantauzzi, a sophomore media & journalism and international studies double major from Brazil, organized the event to celebrate various cultural demographics found at USD. “Taala is about […]

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‘Walking in two worlds:’ Indigenous students balance culture, education

For some USD indigenous students, balancing heritage and school can be difficult. Whether from the reservation or a small town, indigenous students often have different experiences from their peers. Living with labels The terms “Indian,” “Native American,” “American Indian” and “Native” are problematic for some indigenous people, said junior social work major Mekko Bearkiller. “We […]

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Center for Diversity & Community holds discussion following faculty departure

Following the departure of former intercultural programming coordinator Lena Tran, the Center for Diversity & Community held a two-hour open discussion on moving forward as a community. About 15 students attended the discussion on Sunday. Some topics discussed were the future of the CDC, how to move forward with event planning and addressing unwelcoming feelings in […]

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