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Academic Advising and Success 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 Advising and Success Center

The Academic Advising and Success Center 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.

 

Meet the Professionals

Get to know the faculty and staff in the Academic Advising and Success 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/Instructor
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McHale Davis

Academic Advisor
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Terrance Davis

Academic Advisor/Instructor
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Holly Haddad

Academic Advisor/Instructor
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Heather Johnson

Assistant Director, Academic Career & Planning/Instructor
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Jake Kidney

Academic Advisor/Instructor
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Jessie Anderson-Kidney

Senior Secretary
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Sara Mart

Assistant Director, ACPC/Instructor
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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

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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