Years before it became the student newspaper of the University of South Dakota, The Volante was being published over 500 miles away at the “Old” University of Chicago. In 1872,…
The arrival of students back on The University of South Dakota’s campus means a large jump in the Clay County population, with 10,405 students currently enrolled for the Fall 2026…
Most redshirt freshman athletes take their time properly adjusting into the size and speed of the college game. For the Coyotes, Austyn Modrzewski seems to be up to speed almost…
The Student Nurses Association (SNA) has a new executive team who plans to make the club much more involved. The SNA is for students currently enrolled in the nursing program…
With the rise of Artificial Intelligence, tech companies are in a race to reach general artificial intelligence. On Monday, Aug.31, Vermillion Planning and Zoning Commission reconvened to propose amendments to…

40th Annual Stilwell Exhibition: USD’s Art Scene 

     Amid record-low temperatures, many students, faculty and community members gathered on Jan. 23 for the 40th Annual Stilwell Student Awards Exhibition. For the University of South Dakota Art Galleries, this is the most-awaited exhibition of the year.       With hundreds of works submitted for review, juror Karin Campbell, Phil Wilson Curator of Contemporary […]

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How Cold is Too Cold?

With the recent cold front leaving students shivering their way to classes, it raises the question of should the South Dakota Board of Regents (SDBOR) rethink its temperature thresholds for closing campus.  According to the SDBOR policy manual, “Board of Regent’s institutions remain open in all but the most extreme circumstances.” However, with wind chills […]

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Second Act for Scraps

At the Center of Fine Arts Costume Shop on Tuesday, Jan. 20, the Environmental Club organized an Upcycling Workshop to teach students how to sew and upcycle. Students were able to bring their own fabric for upcycling, including old clothing, blankets, and curtains.  Ellie Goetzinger, president of the environmental club, is an undergraduate student majoring […]

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