The South Dakotan Arts & Sciences is the story hub of the USD College of Arts & Sciences. Here you’ll find stories and news highlighting the meaningful contributions of our students, faculty and staff, and alumni.
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USD Physics Professor Earns Department of Energy Grant to Study Nuclear Matter
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Nov 04, 2024
USD's Hellwege Leads Chiesman Center for Democracy on the University's Vermillion Campus
It’s been a busy year for the Chiesman Center for Democracy at the University of South Dakota.
Oct 09, 2024
USD Biologist Contributes to Major Study on the Transport of Contaminants and Nutrients by Pacific Salmon
University of South Dakota Associate Professor of Biology Jeff Wesner, Ph.D., contributed to a study that examined the nutrient and contaminant delivery by Pacific salmon.
Oct 02, 2024
Missouri River Institute Faculty Awarded Grant to Study Impact of Eastern Redcedar on Bird Populations Along the Missouri National Recreational River
University of South Dakota’s Missouri River Institute researchers received a grant from the National Park Service to study how the spread of eastern redcedar along the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) impacts bird populations throughout the year.
Oct 03, 2024
New Milestone in Germanium Crystal Growth at USD Advances Ge-Based Scientific Experiments
Researchers at the University of South Dakota have significantly improved the production of high-purity germanium crystals, which could help address a global shortage and accelerate research on dark matter and neutrino properties.
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Alumni
USD to Celebrate Outstanding Alumni October 11
The University of South Dakota is recognizing four alumni for their personal and professional achievements on Oct. 11 during the Unleash Your Legacy Alumni Achievement Award Ceremony. In addition, the Legacy Family of the Year will be honored.
USD to Host Truman Scholars' Panel Moderated by Clifton Truman Daniel
The University of South Dakota will host a public panel discussion featuring a selection of USD’s Truman Scholars, moderated by President Harry S. Truman’s grandson, on Thursday, Oct. 10 at 4 p.m. in Farber Hall, located inside Old Main.
USD Alumnus and Chicago White Sox Biomechanist Receives Distinguished Dissertation Award
University of South Dakota alumnus and Chicago White Sox biomechanist Aaron Trunt was awarded the 2024 USD Distinguished Dissertation Award in the category of Mathematics, Physical Sciences and Engineering for his dissertation, “Skeletal Modeling Parameters and Clinical Factors Related to Injury Risk in Baseball Pitchers.”
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Accessibility Advocate and USD Student Olivia Allen Receives American Heart Association Scholarship
Summary: University of South Dakota medical biology student Olivia Allen was selected as a 2024 EmPOWERED Scholar by the American Heart Association.
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Government Research Bureau Announces New Executive Director and Expands Reach
Summary: With a new executive director at the helm, the Government Research Bureau (GRB) at the University of South Dakota is well positioned to expand its services to the state of South Dakota.
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USD Research Sets Stage for New Technology to Monitor Climate-Smart Agriculture Practices and Enhance Productivity
Summary: Researchers at the University of South Dakota are using satellite data and machine learning technology to monitor climate-smart agriculture practices in South Dakota.
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Missouri River Institute Faculty Awarded Grant to Study Impact of Eastern Redcedar on Bird Populations Along the Missouri National Recreational River
Summary: University of South Dakota’s Missouri River Institute researchers received a grant from the National Park Service to study how the spread of eastern redcedar along the Missouri National Recreational River (MNRR) impacts bird populations throughout the year.
Guest Column
The media & journalism program at USD checks all the boxes when it comes to preparing students to attack the intense world of media. From access to top of the line equipment, to a beautiful Coyote News studio, to endless opportunities to get hands on experience in a variety of media settings, students can literally dabble in everything and figure out which path they want to take with their media career.
Guest Column | Prentiss Clark
Prentiss Clark, Ph.D., assistant professor in the USD Department of English, reflects on teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic during the fall 2020 semester. Her American Literature class was taught in a hybrid of face-to-face and remote formats, while her Aesthetics class met entirely face-to-face (although physically distanced and masked).
