Opinion

Since the Kardashians first showed up in the scene in 2007 with their reality series, Keeping Up With the Kardashians, the family has been known to tack their names onto weightless products and brands in the name of expanding their massive wealth. Recently, Khloe Kardashian was slammed by British actress Jameela Jamil for promoting Flat […]

There is more to the college experience than the classroom. USD has a selection of 178 extra-curricular organizations open to students. Becoming a part of a social or academic organization on campus is a great way to make the most of your experience in college. A sense of community The transition from college can be […]

It seems silly to say, but having a diverse group of friends is one of the most beneficial experiences an individual can have. I, as a white man, have a narrowed view of the world. Opportunities exist for me that don’t exist for others purely because of my race and my gender, and if I […]

It’s that time of year. We scamper out of our houses, pockets full of tax return money and minds set on finding the perfect summer shoe. Thankfully, Chacos are there to fulfill every need–comfort, durability and style–which is why they are superior to Birkenstocks, the other “Jesus sandal” on the market. Unlike Birkenstocks, all Chacos […]

Dear people who simply can’t answer me when I ask how old they are, “Well, technically, credit-wise I’m a junior.” Don’t be that person. The person who, when you ask, “What year are you?” go on a long tangent about their many dual-credit classes from high school and how they’re so much smarter than the […]

At some point between the formation of universities and the increasing costs of tuition prices, being an English major became stigmatized. Much like its companions in the world of arts and humanities, an English degree is scrutinized under the assumption that it yields no value. At my high school graduation, a family friend asked me […]

No one is ever really prepared for “The Real World.” An existing misconception suggests that once you move out of your family’s home and into a dorm, you’ll magically learn everything you need to know in four years at college. However, senior year approaches quickly, and you’ll find yourself pulling out hair while you apply […]

The University of South Dakota is committed to the values of diversity and inclusive excellence. Diversity is the understanding and recognition of individual differences. These differences range from age and race to political ideology and thought. However, diversity is not just descriptive representation in a community, but substantive representation. Though prioritizing diversity is a good […]