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Hitchcock a pioneer in the crime, thriller genre
Finally, we have made it to the decade of my favorite director’s films. Alfred Hitchcock was notorious — which so happens to be a title of one of his movies — for changing the game for crime/thriller movies in the 1930s well through the 1970s. Out of all of his many award-winning films, one of […]
Students curate exhibit in Oscar Howe Gallery
Paintings in the Oscar Howe Gallery serve as a window into the Native American way of life. “Red Road” features the traditions, ceremonies, dances, rituals, games and day-to-day events of Native Americans. Senior Rayna Hernandez, who is majoring in English and painting, and graduate student Isaac YellowBank, studying kinesiology, shared their original research as part of […]
Canadian singer grooves his way into America
Canadian singer Mac Demarco is grooving his way into the American music scene with help from his new album “Salad Days.” Discovered in a laundry mat, Demarco’s music can appeal to a wide variety of listeners and has taken over the indie scene. Starting off as the lead guitarist for “Makeout Videotape,” Demarco has come further than he […]
Literature project urges students out of comfort zones
Through several disciplines, the University of South Dakota works to help students embrace their creative side. One organization, the Vermillion Literary Project, is devoted to promoting creative writing and contemporary poetry to all ages, stretching from the campus into the community. The project had the first of its poetry slam-style open mic nights Sept. 25, where students and community […]
The do’s and don’ts of Dakota Days
As the Dakota Days weekend descends upon the University of South Dakota, it can pay off to listen to those who have been around campus for a while. Helpful pointers can make this homecoming a safe and memorable one. Read up on some of The Volante’s tips on how to survive and thrive during D-Days 2014. Do: 1. Show […]
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 […]
Fortnight offers students chance to write, act, direct
Despite what the name may imply, students had more than two weeks to prepare for the annual theater event, Fortnight. Fortnight, based on similar small festivals around the country, will feature six different casts of two people each who will showcase their original work. Students of all majors were invited to take part in their […]
Students turn to apps for dating
Dating isn’t the same as it was 100, 50 or even 10 years ago. “Guys don’t ask girls on real dates anymore,” said first-year Paige Thoelke. “They just ask to hang out.” Wenqian Dai teaches the Courtship and Marriage course at the University of South Dakota. Dai said dating is more diverse than in the […]
Multicultural retreat builds understanding
To increase understanding of others between different groups, 28 students came together in a casual setting to help leaders better prepare for the ever-growing diversity around them. The second weekend-long Multicultural Leadership Retreat took place Sept. 19-21 bringing USD students to one site to learn more about diversity. Jesus Trevino, associate V.P. for diversity, said the this year’s retreat had a more […]
English professors jam out in rock band
A few English professors at the University of South Dakota have found a way to relax from the stresses of their day jobs by playing in a rock band at night. Narrative Feed, founded in 2002, consists of USD professors John Dudley and Skip Willman, former USD professor Dennis Sjolie and Jim Batt, who teaches at Northeast Community […]