Faculty, staff and students are usually the only aspects associated with the University of South Dakota. But another part of the university that may not be commonly thought of is the families. Family Weekend is Nov. 9-11, and is a chance for USD families to visit their children and the campus to see what students […]
Every year, the University of South Dakota is involved in celebrating Veterans Day on campus and in the community. “Veterans Day is one day where we get to show appreciation for the men and women who have fought and risked their own lives and safety for the freedom and well-being of our country,” sophomore Danika […]
After heading to the polls to cast their votes, South Dakotans have passed two out of seven ballot issues during Tuesday’s election. Constitutional Amendments O and P were the two select ballot concerns that will now become ratified and added to South Dakota’s state constitution. Both amendments deal with the state’s budgeting. Amendment O changes […]
‘Tis the election y’all. You might think I’m talking Mittens versus Bama-lama, but hold up, I’m not. Greek elections are happening right and left! Every house at the University of South Dakota goes about holding elections differently. Some elect officials with an election committee, while some have a more literal voting fashion. There are the […]
I’m the number one introvert, like, of all time. It’s difficult for me to physically remove myself from my apartment. I’m not saying I’m lazy. I actually do a lot of stuff in my apartment. It helps that I’m somewhat of a clean freak, but now that I’ve lived in this approximately 12×12 apartment for […]
Pirates, 18th century colonial men, and male Beatniks of the 50s and 60s (basically writers in general) — what do they (stereotypically) have in common? “Trendy” baby ponytails, like the one that is currently sprouting from the back of my head. It’s official; I have entered the ‘mullet danger zone.’ This revelation of sorts dawned on […]
The following is a true story. Back in the 30s, it was commonplace in small town South Dakota to live very closely with one’s farm animals. I’m talking about pigs roaming the house, horses tied up outside and chickens entering the house on a whim. The whole works, just like Laura Ingalls Wilder. It was […]
As the number of weeks until Thanksgiving break has dwindled to the point of being counted on one hand, I’ve found myself walking with a little more spring in my step. As I look at this month’s page in my calendar, rather than being panic stricken by the multitude of due dates for projects and […]
Were you looking for my blog last week? Probably not, but just in case you were, I was out of commission with influenza. Even though I was a little preoccupied and could not write my column last week, I was inspired. The name of this blog is Keep Calm and Be Healthy, so I thought […]
Were you looking for my blog last week? Probably not, but just in case you were, I was out of commission with influenza. Even though I was a little preoccupied and could not write my column last week, I was inspired. The name of this blog is Keep Calm and Be Healthy, so I thought […]
