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Hard liquor banned from fraternities; will be implemented by fall 2019
By Lexi Kerzman and Rachel Newville The North-American Interfraternity Council (NIC) will be implementing stricter guidelines on drinking at fraternity social events. These new rules banning hard liquor from fraternity facilities will start being enforced nationwide and at USD in the fall of 2019. Policy changes follow the death of a fraternity member of Beta Theta […]
Inside the Sports Information office
Game day in Vermillion: another sacred holiday inside of the DakotaDome. Filled with scents from the concessions and the voices of fans awaiting kickoff, the Dome’s walkways flow red around a valley of turf and its scarps of seats. A few yards from the front doors and a right turn into the stream of people is […]
Coyotes end Dakota Days with a victory in the Dome
Hours before the annual Dakota Days game Saturday, Ben Klett learned he would step in for an injured Kai Henry at the starting running back role. Sixty minutes of play later, Klett would walk into the depths of the DakotaDome with his first three touchdowns of the season in a 35-28 victory over No. 24 […]
Students react to Kavanaugh hearing
Students gathered in the Munster University Center (MUC) pit lounge on Thursday to watch the Blasey-Kavanaugh Hearing. The political science department reserved the space for students to watch the hearing throughout the day. Faculty stopped by to add insight, answer questions and lead a discussion. Marcus Ireland, a senior criminal justice, political science and philosophy triple major said he […]
Updates to fine arts facilities could total $30 million, search for funds continues
Students and faculty have seen issues with the outdated infrastructure of the Warren M. Lee Center for Fine Arts (FA) for years, including the HVAC system, leaks in the ceiling highlighted by moldy ceiling tiles, acoustics and sound leakage, old water fountains and sinks that don’t drain. Faculty have begun to search for funds in […]
Undergraduate enrollment hits new record
This semester, USD has seen the largest enrollment class in its history, with 1,427 first-time, undergraduate students. This is a 6.4 percent increase over the 2017 incoming freshman class. In a university news release, university president Sheila Gestring said she is thrilled to see the high enrollment numbers. “Now, more than ever, is a great […]
McVicker Plaza opens doors, welcomes USD community
The McVicker Plaza had its grand opening on Friday evening. The event featured speeches from both community and USD faculty members. Made up of the new Charlie’s store and the Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company (VCDC) offices the McVicker Plaza’s purpose is to bring the University and the community together. Scott Pohlson, USD Vice […]
USD economics professor discovers error in South Dakota tobacco measure
Travis Letellier, a USD economics professor, discovered an error in the numbers and explanation of a South Dakota measure up for a vote on November 6, 2018. This election will include five measures and this particular measure covers an increase in taxes on tobacco products to provide financial support to postsecondary technical institutes. Letellier was […]
New national campus sexual misconduct rules in the works
United States Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos has proposed new campus sexual assault policies that, if implemented, will impact USD. According to the New York Times, the new rules would strengthen the rights of students accused of assault, harassment or rape, reduce the liability of higher education institutions and encourage more support for victims from […]
1BlueString promotes sexual assault awareness
1BlueString is not only the first music festival to be held at USD, but it’s also the first one centered around sexual assault awareness. While musicians will be performing, raising awareness for male sexual assault victims will be taking center stage. Bridget Diamond-Welch, assistant professor of political science and criminal justice and director of ICARE […]