Opinion

There’s more to a balanced lifestyle than just working out. I’m no expert, but I feel like I’ve learned a bit from the Wellness Center over the past few weeks. Therefore, along with talking about a fitness class, I’m going to start incorporating healthy recipes into the mix of discussion each week. I’m starting to […]

When someone visits the University of South Dakota and sees the Al Neuharth Media Center, they will see the words of the First Amendment proudly displayed on the outside of the building. “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or […]

Autumn is known for many things, including the arrival of football season. The USD football team is already proving its skills through a streak of recent wins, and the support for all football games – whether it’s watching NFL teams or local high school teams play – is widespread nationwide. One problem that accompanies the American love […]

While they appear to be the average drug you use to get rid of that overwhelming headache, over-the-counter drugs are actually the most commonly abused drug in the U.S. This is largely because of two main reasons. First, people think it’s OK to take three or four pills at a time, when the label on the bottle […]

At last week’s Democratic Presidential Candidate Debate, the candidates were asked, “Do black lives matter, or do all lives matter?” The question is referencing the juxtaposed political movements of Black Lives Matter and All Lives Matter. Black Lives Matter is a movement birthed out of the recent injustices committed against the black community. They attempt […]

Halloween at USD and in the community is a time of celebration and creativity, but it is also a time to be mindful of the university’s policy of creating a campus and community that practices and values inclusive excellence – where all should feel valued, respected and accepted. The President’s Council on Diversity and Inclusiveness […]

Friends, it is my goal to make this week more productive on not only my wellness challenge, but also in all school-related things. I dragged myself to a pitiful one workout class last week due to some poor time management skills. It seems that I’m falling into bad habits. First, I’ll sit down in front […]

These past few years have caused us, as a nation, to re-examine our conscience regarding the way we interact with each other. The heightened tensions between members of different racial communities in the United States are partially due to the way law enforcement agencies, and government agencies in general, are handling sensitive matters with regards […]

Being a server in the restaurant world has its benefits and disadvantages. As a server myself, I’ve become accustomed to what the disadvantages are pretty well. At times, it can make the job more stressful, especially for college students. I am aware it isn’t just college students who encounter obstacles in the field — all […]

There has been a lot of tension in Congress lately over attempts to defund Planned Parenthood. These attempts stem from concerns about Planned Parenthood’s fetal-tissue harvesting operations. Leaked footage shows Planned Parenthood employees discussing fetal tissue sales and other illegal activities. These accusations of wrongdoings have led to investigations of Planned Parenthoods throughout the country. […]