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USD student stays ‘Never Offended Always Humble’
Marcus Destin is a senior at USD studying Communications as well as minoring in Multicultural Studies. Recently, the 25 year old has made his own mark starting a new business and podcast. Destin is the Co-owner of the business Never Offended Always Humble (N.O.A.H) alongside his brother, Stefan. Destin said their business offers a variety […]
Clarinet masterclass: Learning how to enjoy the music
The Music Department has been hosting Clarinet Day since 2016 where students are able to learn new things from teachers from across the country. However, due to COVID-19, the event has changed and will now be entirely online, spanning the course of a couple months. Dr. Luis Viquez, the director of orchestras and assistant professor of clarinets at USD, is […]
President Gestring Adds to the President’s Gallery from Stilwell Exhibit
Each year, the President of the University of South Dakota buys an art piece from the Stilwell gallery to display in the President’s Gallery outside the president’s office in Slagle Hall. This year, President Sheila Gestring chose “Between Sienna” by Jordyn Johnson. “You know how art is such an individual thing, it just really spoke […]
Clay County’s first pandemic: The 1918 Spanish Flu
Over a century ago, in 1918, the United States and Clay County faced the world’s first global pandemic with the 1918 Spanish Flu. However, this was not the only first the U.S. and Clay County were facing. The world was also in the middle of its first World War, which America entered on April 7, […]
Third round of stimulus checks could benefit college students
President Joe Biden has been adamant about passing another COVID-19 relief package, even before he was elected. This proposed third stimulus bill of $1400 would include college students when many were left out of the first two. This new stimulus bill could arrive as early as next week or could get pushed back until the […]
CDC and CAB partner to recognize importance of Martin Luther King Jr day
On Friday, January 22 USD’s Center for Diversity and Community (CDC) and the Campus Activities Board (CAB) partnered to host an event for students to honor the importance of Martin Luther King Jr. day. The CDC and CAB presented a movie displayed throughout the MUC for students, staff and faculty as well as various treats […]
Habitat for Humanity embraces COVID-19 regulations while continuing to help community
COVID-19 has altered the manner in which people now interact and socialize. While learning to alter their ways, USD’s Habitat for Humanity has found new opportunities to embrace these changes. USD’s Habitat for Humanity was formed in the early 90’s and partners with their parent chapter, Yankton’s Habitat for Humanity. USD’s Habitat for Humanity chapter […]
Faculty recital continues through setbacks
The yearly faculty recital is put on by a group of volunteer staff members who wish to perform for students, faculty and the community. Despite experiencing small setbacks such as social distancing, the recital was able to be performed almost exactly like prior years. Assistant Professor of Horn, Amy Laursen, performed at the yearly staff recital on Jan. 25. Laursen […]
Clarinet Day will explore history, significance of clarinets
On Jan. 23, USD will host the 2021 South Dakota Clarinet Day, an event for clarinetists of all ages and skills to come together and celebrate the instrument. Though it’s usually in-person, this Clarinet Day will be held over Zoom. The event will feature a masterclass led by Chigaco-based clarinetist Elizandro García. Assistant Professor of […]
Gallagher Center honors MLK Day of Service with much-needed food drive
The USD Gallagher Center participated in Martin Luther King’s (MLK) Day of Service on Jan. 18 by partnering with the Vermillion Food Pantry and Feeding South Dakota to host a week-long food drive leading up to MLK day. This was the first year the Gallagher Center put on the MLK Day of Service Food Drive, […]