Opinion
New Consumption Over Creation Phenomena
In a digitized world, there is little room for thinking outside of the realm of our phone screens. Apps bombard us with advertisements tailored to what we research or view most, making it difficult to feel content with what we physically possess. It’s common knowledge that the things people want most are the things they […]
The Bald Uakari is the Strangest Looking Monkey
For the longest time, I have known monkeys make me uncomfortable. I avoid them every chance I get. If I see an enclosure at the zoo containing a monkey, I avoid it. I just do not like them and have not figured out why I dislike them. My distaste for monkeys doesn’t include all monkey […]
Editorial: New Years Resolution for the University
It’s hard to believe that we’re already in the third week of the Spring (in name only) 2023 semester. Although New Year’s is a distant memory of partying and hangovers, we at The Volante want to give our New Year’s resolutions for USD. First, the parking stalls are narrow on campus, we get it. Even […]
“Avatar: The Way of Water,” A Cultural Connection
A highly anticipated film, “Avatar: The Way of Water,” brings the audience on a journey like no other. From the incredible cinematography, immersive soundtrack and addressing of cultural concerns, “Avatar” undoubtedly ranks as one of my favorite films of the year. The sequel follows a similar storyline to the first, only now viewers watch the […]
Which are better, E-books or Printed Books?
Every time a new semester starts I always wonder which is better, an online version of my textbook or a printed version. I feel like e-books are more of a hindrance than a help when it comes to learning new material. A printed, physical copy of a textbook is far superior to the online version. […]
Letter from the Editor-in-Chief
To our readers, my staff and everyone who has supported my journey, As I close out my time as Editor-in-Chief (EIC), I can’t help but feel a million different emotions. Most of all, I feel proud and lucky. I am proud and lucky to have met and worked with an incredible group of people throughout […]
Editorial: The Holidays are a Time of Celebration
Once again, the end of a long and difficult semester is here. The end of the semester means exams, projects and papers are due soon, but it also signals the start of winter break. As soon as the semester finally ends everyone will have the opportunity to return home for a few days and spend […]
The Importance of Finding Happiness in Everyday Life
With the end of the semester and finals coming up for college students, it is easy to get caught up in the stresses that come with the end of a semester. Exams upon exams, final projects, graduating and moving through to a different season of life can seem extremely overwhelming, so it is important to […]
Editorial: Thanksgiving’s History Should be Honored
Thanksgiving is a national holiday in the United States that occurs every fourth Thursday of November. It wasn’t until 1863, during the Civil War, when it was proclaimed a national holiday. The common image of Thanksgiving is a table piled with food like mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole and, of course, turkey. We know […]
Christmas Music Needs to Stop
This past weekend I made my way to Sioux Falls and my phone was dead so I was forced to listen to the radio. And to my absolute horror there were a bunch of radio stations playing Christmas music. Now I understand there are very few Thanksgiving songs, and probably none of them should be […]