U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson attended the University of South Dakota from 1995 to 1999, graduating with a bachelor’s degree in political science. While at USD, Johnson held several positions at…
 The University’s theater recently closed its curtains on the first production of the year. “Stop Kiss,” was performed during Dakota Days for three evenings Oct. 1-3 followed by a Sunday…
 Anna Moore, a sustainability and environment instructor at the University of South Dakota, advocates for community involvement and the reuse of items. Those interests have influenced her participation in and…
   Lunchbox Studios will soon celebrate its one-year ribbon-cutting anniversary, which took place on Nov. 15, 2025. Since their opening, they’ve focused on creating a space for connection and learning.…
  After more than a year of hard work and preparation, the College of Fine Arts sculpture garden is now filled with native prairie plants.      USD’s Environmental Club…

Ensemble performs first show

The University of South Dakota symphony orchestra will take audience members at their winter concert on a historical journey through time. “Generally, the orchestra features three different pieces of music, offering it only four times a year,” said Richard Rognstad, the conductor of the orchestra. “Each portion comes from different periods in history dating back […]

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Puppets take the stage

The University of South Dakota theater department will bring puppets to the stage for its fall musical. “Avenue Q: The Musical,” the Broadway sensation being shown on stages all over the country will hit the USD campus Dec. 1-3. Matt Nesmith, stage and musical director, said “Avenue Q” should leave students humming the songs, smiling […]

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