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Academic & Career Planning Center
101 Academic Commons (I.D. Weeks Library)
414 E. Clark St.
Vermillion SD, 57069
Office Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Welcome to USD's Academic & Career Planning Center

The ACPC has all the necessary resources to guide and assist your college experience.

Adjusting to college life can be difficult, and we want to make the transition to college as simple and as fun as possible. College is a time to explore your interests and find where your passions lie. Through programs, seminars and various services, the planning center allows students to focus their energy on the exciting aspects of building their future while the professionals at the planning center aid the complex process.

Take advantage of the resources that can help you be a successful student.

 

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Set yourself up for success.

Lessen your load by allowing ACPC professionals to assist you through your college education and beyond. ACPC can help you with many things during your enrollment at USD, such as:

 

  • Succeeding academically and socially in your first year
  • Academic scheduling and major exploration, declaration or change

 

Schedule an Appointment

Meet the Professionals

Get to know the faculty and staff in the Academic and Career Planning Center. Our staff are experts in their field, helping students excel in and out of the classroom and preparing them for their future career.
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Julianna Benge

Native American Advisor, Retention Specialist
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Wayne Berninger

Academic Advisor
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McHale Davis

Academic Advisor
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Terrance Davis

Academic Advisor
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Holly Haddad

Academic Advisor/Instructor
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Heather Johnson

Asst Dir-Acad Career & Plan
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Jake Kidney

Academic Advisor
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Jessie Anderson-Kidney

Senior Secretary
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Miranda Liebsack

Academic Advisor
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Sara Mart

Assist Director-ACPC
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Claire Rizzio

Dual Credit Advisor
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Stephen Ward

Dir-Acad & Career Plan Center
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Sarah Wittmuss

SI Tutor Coordinator, Advisor

Student Resources & Opportunities

Explore the variety of resources and opportunities available to you through the Academic & Career Planning Center.
If you are undecided about your major, you are not alone. About a third of students begin college without having chosen a major, and of those who do begin college with a declared major, 60-70 percent change it at least once before they graduate. You are encouraged to spend your first few terms, especially if you are a freshman, learning more about yourself and exploring different academic options. One way to do this is by taking a variety of courses that seem interesting to you.
 
Selecting a major is a process which begins with self-assessment, proceeds with exploration of various majors and careers and concludes with declaring a major that you find to be a good fit. The Academic and Career Planning Center offers a variety of assessments and resources designed to assist students with the exploration process.

Explore Majors

Departments & Facilities

Explore the departments, facilities and centers that contribute to your personal and professional development.
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Academic Commons

Access the resources and assistance you need all in one convenient, centralized location. The Academic Commons is your one-stop shop for academic, technical and research support.

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Gallagher International Center

The Gallagher International Center oversees the university's international affairs, including programs and resources such as study abroad, international admissions and international student services.

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Testing Center

 The Testing Center at the University of South Dakota promotes student success and academic integrity with the operation of a secure, testing facility which provides services to on-campus, distance students and our surrounding communities.

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Start your journey off strong at USD.

Higher-education can be daunting, but it doesn't have to be. To help with the transition, First-Year Experience (FYE) is a program that offers a one-credit class to help you successfully navigate through your first semester. By enrolling in USD 101 or an FYE seminar, you'll be part of exciting classes, personal support networks, and will make connections to faculty, staff and other students. These opportunities help you succeed academically and socially during your first year of college.

First-Year Experience

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