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Opening the Door to Discovery
The USD Discovery District, a research district two decades in the making, has now opened its first building.
Transforming Health Care in South Dakota: USD Leads Efforts in Improving Telehealth, Biomedical Computation and Substance Use Disorder Treatment
At the University of South Dakota, innovation and collaboration are transforming the future of health care in South Dakota.
The Language of Learning
Ana Rodriguez Garcia, a senior at the University of South Dakota who is originally from Sioux Falls, is on track to become an elementary school teacher, thanks to her journey through USD’s Teacher Pathway program.
New York City Trip Offers Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Art Students
For the first time in four years, the University of South Dakota Department of Art took a trip to New York City to meet with professional artists and tour museums and art galleries.
Honoring Owen's Legacy: The Turner's Journey from USD to Health Care Equipment Advocacy
Eleanor Turner '23 and Mike Turner, inspired by their son Owen and their time at USD, created The Legacy Foundation to address health care access gaps for underserved families. Additionally, they launched Owen's Outfitters, a free medical equipment lending library that provides vital equipment to support those in need.
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A New Era for Psychology Education and Research
The University of South Dakota marked a milestone with the grand reopening of the historic South Dakota Union building. The state-of-the-art facility now provides cutting-edge learning, research and clinical spaces, reaffirming USD’s commitment to advancing mental health education and workforce development in South Dakota and beyond.
Alumni
USD Unveils Ellis Impact: $3 Million Gift to Support Students and Drive Growth
The University of South Dakota is proud to announce the launch of Ellis Impact, a new matching opportunity designed to significantly amplify support for the Coyote Beginnings scholarship program.
Perpetual Growth, Sustainable Gifts
The Dr. Arnold W. and Alanna J. Fenske scholarship endowment continues to benefit many medical students at USD.
USD Announces Unite for USD 2025: Seventh Annual Giving Day
The University of South Dakota is excited to announce its seventh annual Unite for USD celebration.
USD In The News
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USD in Argus Leader
USD School of Medicine Celebrates 50 Years of Granting Doctor of Medicine Degrees
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USD on SiouxFalls.Business
USD Coyote Clinic Fills Need, Provides Experience
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USD on SDPB
Students Lead More than 50 Years of Wacipi
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USD on Keloland
Playing the Role as Provost, Professor and Musician
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USD on Siouxland Proud
USD (Taylor's Version): Swift Inspires Law Class
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USD Launches Executive MBA Program to Elevate Sioux Falls' Thriving Business Landscape
Summary: The USD Beacom School of Business is expanding its commitment to cultivating business leaders with the launch of a new Executive Master of Business Administration (eMBA) and the extension of its AACSB-accredited Master of Business Administration (MBA) program to USD’s Sioux Falls campus, USD – Sioux Falls.
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The Division of Basic Biomedical Sciences Introduces New Name
Summary: The Division of Basic Biomedical Sciences has announced its new name as the Division of Biomedical and Translational Sciences.
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The Journey of a Medical Student: Part Three
Summary: In this third segment of our “Journey of a Medical Student” series, our physicians-to-be in the Class of 2025 share their experiences as they enter the final stages of their medical school education, prepare for residencies and reflect on the past year.
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USD Anthropology Student Awarded Scholarship, Goes 'APES'
Summary: University of South Dakota student McKenzie Merchant considers serving as the president of APES, the Anthropology Program Enthusiasts Society, to be one of her favorite parts of studying in USD’s Department of Anthropology and Sociology.
Guest Column
USD has done a great job of recognizing that higher education is changing, and they provide internship programs and job training opportunities that help students adapt to a changing workplace. The faculty at USD are top notch, and they put focus on providing students with the qualities they will need when they graduate.
A Conversation with the Leader of the Band: Scott Lawrence
USD alumnus Scott Lawrence has had a rather unique journey from high school band director to president and CEO of one of the region’s most successful advertising agencies.
