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Not Just “Jacks Being Jacks”
This past week, a video featuring South Dakota State University students using hate speech surfaced on social media and the instinctive reaction on rival campuses has been pretty predictable, to point, cringe and move forward. Responding to bigoted behavior with dismissiveness undermines the bigger picture. What happened at SDSU exposes a much deeper statewide problem […]
A dive into London’s culture & history
The Political Science Department traveled to London, which was once the largest empire on earth, to learn about its effects on western law and global politics. Dr. Timothy Schorn, an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science, led the trip of 13 students. The group was in London during spring […]
The chamber singers tour experience
Annually, USD’s Chamber Singers go on a tour during spring break around specific parts in the U.S. or around the world. This year, they travelled around South Dakota, North Dakota and Minnesota. This was my first ever year with the Chamber Singers, hence my first ever tour. The entire […]
Films to hit theaters in spring
Multiple notable movie trailers were released during the week of March 15 through 22. Some standout film trailers included “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” “Dune: Part Three,” “Disclosure Day” and the live-action “Moana.” Zendaya and Robert Pattinson are scheduled to collaborate in three different movies in 2026. Below are a list of […]
Beyond spring break: reaching underserved communities
For many, spring break provides an opportunity to travel and have fun. For a few others, however, it’s also a way to serve different communities and make a difference. The Alternative Week of Learning Organization (AWOL) at the University of South Dakota is a service-based and student-led organization. There are many […]
Theatre majors take on the Big Apple
Six theatre performance majors from the University of South Dakota 2026 graduating class visited New York City to take classes, audition and begin networking in the professional world. As part of the trip’s itinerary, the group had the opportunity to take part in two in-person intensives that were related to TV/film […]
Honors students learning outside the classroom
Learning from hands-on experience is different than learning from a lecture. Seven students from the Honors Program experienced this difference by attending a seminar in Hawaii during spring break. The seminar, called Sustainability of Culture, Care and Environment, engaged students with Hawaiian culture and immersive activities. “This seminar really […]
A Night of Celebration, History and Culture
The Muenster University Center Ballroom transformed into a music-filled venue, with the scent of spices and chatter all around on Feb. 28. Students and community members alike learned about African culture and history through food, fashion and performances. The African Student Association (ASA) hosted their annual African Night, an event that […]
USD Clubs Collaborate with Hygiene Drive
One University of South Dakota student is giving back to her community. Jenisha Gurung is currently serving as Miss Dakota Prairie 2026. As part of her pageant community service initiative, “Okk Period,” she decided to start a hygiene drive. “I’ve always wanted to do a campus wide hygiene drive […]
“The Mountain” by the Gorillaz
Music fans haven’t been excited for a Gorillaz album since “Plastic Beach.” The album was first announced in Sept. 2025. “The Mountain,” released on Feb. 27, is a follow up to their 2023 album “Cracker Island.” Their ninth studio album was released by their own record label, Kong. The album includes […]