scholarships
Work Scholars program works with local businesses, opens new doors for students
Students now have another opportunity on campus to grow outside the classroom. The Work Scholars program was created this fall to help students build a strong social network and give them the opportunity to find jobs within their major while in school. Linda Halliburton, director of the Work Scholars program, said the two major components of […]
The Bean brews up special USD coffee blend to help fund scholarships
To make the perfect coffee blend, the beans have to be special, but a good cause for coffee can make it even better. The Bean coffee shop in downtown Vermillion began selling the exclusive Yote Blend coffee last fall and have provided USD with their very own coffee blend ever since. Leslie Gerish, co-owner of […]
TRiO continues to serve USD students
USD’s branch of TRiO, the federal service for students from disadvantaged backgrounds, is continuing to serve and support students. Because of new grant funds, TRiO will officially continue for five more years. Through the U.S. Department of Education, TRiO received the Student Support Services grant in August of this year. This grant is given every […]
USD Esports opens new gaming arena
Two years ago, the Esports Club had five members. Now, the club has grown to around 120 members and has opened a new gaming arena in McKusick Hall. The arena has 24 PCs, two TVs and three game consoles. Derek Biersbach, president of the Esports Club, said the arena was built after Dean of Students […]