Opinion

We are still fighting against COVID-19, and now we must be able to fight against the upcoming influenza (flu) season. Influenza is one of the leading causes of death every year in the United States. The CDC reported over 49,000 people dying from influenza in 2019, which was the in the top ten leading causes […]

College students and their families see marching bands performing at football games, parades and so on. It requires a lot of coordination and strength to play music while also making sure you’re in step and look good. Some bands compete and some don’t, but athletic college marching bands, in general, should be held in the […]

Music is everywhere! Whether you’re driving around town, shopping in the mall or grabbing a bite to eat, music is universal. Growing up, I was immersed in music since the very beginning. From piano recitals and festivals to endless hours of practice on the field for marching band, music shaped me into the person I […]

Even as legislative efforts to curb voter accessibility are implemented by state legislatures throughout the nation, a passion for community service and civic engagement continues to thrive in South Dakota. I was raised here in South Dakota for as long as I can remember. As a kid, I would beg my parents on my hands […]

Instant ramen noodles are enjoyed by many. They’re cheap and only take a few minutes to get ready. They are the perfect, convenient meal for college students. Momofuku Ando, the inventor of instant noodles, wanted to create something people in his country could easily purchase. They were supposed to be something that was easily accessible. […]

If a student was asked to name a potential cause for the population’s declining performance in the classroom, a worldwide lockdown would likely be one of the first ideas to come to mind. Obviously, this wouldn’t have been the case five years ago, but the drastic change in lifestyle was the first global, life altering […]

The Center for Diversity and Community (CDC) can be a home for all students, but it is more specifically for students of color, international students and LGBTQ students.   According to USD’s enrollment dashboard, the campus is 80.91% white, making it a predominantly white institution (PWI). The United States Census Bureau shows that in June 2019, Vermillion had a population of 10,926 people, with 86.6% being white citizens.   In a […]

Deforestation is becoming a huge problem for the world. Over 70% of plants, insects and animals reside in a forest environment and nearly 80% of the world’s forests have been destroyed or irreparably damaged. Trees help to regulate the climate, are homes for countless creatures and slow down the process of soil erosion. Deforestation occurs […]

Museums are crucial to preserve and appreciate different groups and cultures. They can promote a better understanding of the world around you. Music museums are no different. They give people the chance to see different instruments from around the world, hear how they sound and so much more. Vermillion is home to the National Music […]

I am sure most people can finish the lyric of the article title, “Teen drinking is very bad—yo, I got a fake ID, though”. Across the United States minors are getting, using and selling fake identification to be able to drink before the legal age requirement. It is a well-known problem, even in Vermillion, with […]