The twelve weeks (give or take) of summer break at USD is a very nice and reasonable period of time. I understand some people want more days off during the school year, but the system we have now works well, and I think many people would be unhappy with a shorter summer break. First, there […]
As I reflect on my entire college experience, I feel more than grateful to have had the chance to be a part of The Volante’s executive team. I started writing opinion articles for The Volante last semester and it has been a rewarding and incredible experience. I decided to take a leap and apply for […]
As the spring semester concludes, so does another year of Coyote athletics. The season featured several noteworthy performances and the opening of a new campus facility. In March, South Dakota men’s basketball advanced to the Summit League Tournament semifinals for the first time in three years. The Coyotes finished the season […]
As the academic year comes to a close, several University of South Dakota athletic programs continue postseason competition. The track and field teams are set to host the USD Twilight meet on May 9 at the Lillibridge Track Complex in Vermillion. This meet is the final opportunity for athletes to qualify or tune up ahead […]
Over four years in Vermillion, Grace Larkins built a resume few athletes at University of South Dakota can match. A relentless competitor and a player who rarely left the floor, Larkins leaves the Coyotes women’s basketball program as one of its most decorated players, and as The Volante’s Athlete of the Year for […]
The Sanford Coyote Sports Center and the DakotaDome are quieting down as seasons wind to a close, but come August, both will be back in action as the South Dakota football and volleyball teams look to build on their 2024 campaigns. It was a record-breaking season for the South Dakota football […]
This past year of USD athletics was filled with shattered records, historic achievements and unforgettable memories that drew the attention of the Vermillion community and Coyote fans. Here are The Volante’s top five moments of this school year that define dedication and commitment to the game. For the top memorable event […]
The University of South Dakota is hosting a full slate of youth athletic camps this summer, with offerings across a wide range of sports for students from Pre-K through college sophomores. USD’s 2025 summer camp schedule runs from June through July and includes camps for basketball, football, volleyball, soccer and swimming. Many of the camps […]
The University of South Dakota Police Department, in coordination with other regional agencies, will conduct a preparedness training exercise next week. The training will take place on May 15 from 8 a.m. to noon. The training was designed to, hopefully, enhance our preparedness for critical incidents that may occur on campus. “The main objectives are […]
A special session for the Student Government Association held a meeting that took place on Sunday, May 9 to discuss a complaint made against a senator. The complaint was filed by Senator Samir Yusuf against Senator Mohamed Mohamed, who was believed to have discussed confidential information held at an executive session. Members of SGA had […]
