Coronavirus pandemic cuts study abroad programs short

When senior sociology major Brady VanLoan traveled to China at the beginning of the spring semester, getting sent home early was the last thing on his mind. After a month of studying in Shanghai and the rapid spreading of the coronavirus, VanLoan — along with many students — was required to return home immediately. VanLoan […]

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‘We’re just going to keep pushing through’: How local businesses combat COVID-19

The risk of COVID-19 has impacted the number of customers at some Vermillion restaurants. But businesses are teaming up to power through the coronavirus with cleanliness and cooperation. Brickhouse general manager Josh Scherrer said the restaurant has started making their own hand sanitizer due to shortages. They’re also spending more time cleaning tables and chairs, […]

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COVID-19 impacts upcoming theater productions

After the decision was made by USD to extend spring break and move classes online temporarily, COVID-19 has impacted the theater department, both in the classroom and on the stage. Due to the pandemic, the department has been working on meeting the needs of students through online course delivery. Due to the recommended safe social […]

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Coronavirus continues to spread in South Dakota

A growing number of coronavirus cases have emerged in South Dakota. The state recorded 14 positive cases of COVID-19 on Friday, but that total rose to 30 by Tuesday according to South Dakota’s Department of Health. South Dakota has seen one death so far from COVID-19. Beadle and Minnehaha counties have the most cases in […]

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COVID-19: From the retail worker’s perspective

With the sudden surge of COVID-19 cases across the U.S., working retail has literally never been scarier. And yes, I absolutely mean it when I say this is scarier than working retail during Black Friday.  toAccording to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there are a total of 15,219 confirmed cases of COVID-19 […]

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What to do while self quarantining

As classes are moved online and students and faculty are encouraged to stay home to prevent spreading COVID-19, people may wonder what to do during self quarantine. While being cooped up during a pandemic probably wasn’t on your bucket list, there are several ways to relieve some of the stress and boredom that comes with […]

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UPDATE: Classes moved online for the remainder of the spring semester, graduation postponed

In a press release sent from the Board of Regents on Tuesday, all South Dakota public institutions will finish the semester online. The semester will still conclude as scheduled on May 8. This decision, according to the press release, was made as state officials anticipated an increase in COVID-19 cases in South Dakota. “The public […]

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NCAA to hold tournaments without fans

UPDATE 3:50 p.m. Thursday: The NCAA has announced its cancellation of all remaining winter and spring championships, including the mens and womens basketball tournaments due to growing concerns over the coronavirus. The cancellation means the No. 17/11 Coyotes womens basketball season is officially over. The Coyotes earned the automatic bid from the Summit League for […]

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Spring break plans busted due to Coronavirus outbreaks

With the total number of Coronavirus disease cases (COVID-19) continuing to rise — there are currently 60 confirmed positive cases in the United States — USD students’ spring break plans have been altered as a precautionary measure. Faculty-led trips to Italy and Guatemala have been canceled due to outbreaks in Italy and quarantines in Guatemala.  According […]

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Stay close to home this spring break

Students are taking off and traveling across and out of the country this spring break but it can have serious consequences.buy lasix online https://pharmacohealthcare.com/wp-content/themes/twentysixteen/inc/engl/lasix.html no prescription    Spring break is a time to let loose and forget the load of never ending homework. I totally understand the need to get away from school work, but […]

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