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Politics & Law
Kammer Appointed Assistant Dean and Director of McKusick Law Library at USD Knudson School of Law
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Dec 30, 2024
USD Knudson School of Law Students Engage in Professional Development in the Black Hills
USD Knudson School of Law students traveled to the Black Hills for a dynamic professional development experience, participating in a mixer and attending the South Dakota Trust Association’s Fall Forum.
Dec 18, 2024
Former U.S. Supreme Court Clerk Brendan Duffy Visits Knudson School of Law
The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law recently welcomed Brendan Duffy, a distinguished former clerk for the U.S. Supreme Court, who shared his extensive legal experiences with students.
Nov 27, 2024
Engineering Background Leads USD Law Student to Practical Legal Experience
Grace Guntren, a student at the University of South Dakota's Knudson School of Law from Sioux City, Iowa, is making her own path at law school while using her background in engineering to enhance her legal studies.
Nov 07, 2024
USD Law Student Gains Valuable Experience in Judicial Internship at U.S. District Court
Emily Whitney, a student in the University of South Dakota’s Knudson School of Law spent her summer as a judicial intern to Judge Karen E. Schreier at the U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota.
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Alumni
Knudson School of Law Alumna Jackie Barber Appointed Secretary of the Senate for 119th Congress
Jackie Barber, a 2006 graduate of the University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law, has been appointed to serve as the secretary of the U.S. Senate for the 119th Congress. Barber brings a wealth of service-minded experience and dedication to this role.
Brigadier General Christopher Kennebeck Delivers Gunderson Lecture at USD Knudson School of Law
This fall, Brigadier General Christopher A. Kennebeck returned to the USD Knudson School of Law to deliver the prestigious Gunderson Lecture. Drawing from his extensive careers in the military, law and education, Kennebeck offered heartfelt advice to students, emphasizing adaptability, passion and purpose.
A Healthy Commitment: Knudson Law School Alumnus Takes Public Health Leadership Role in Sioux Falls
University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law alumnus Joe Kippley, J.D, '10, was recently promoted to director of public health for the City of Sioux Falls.
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Law School Event Gives Insight into Indian Law
Summary: The University of South Dakota Knudson School of Law hosted an event organized by the Native American Law Students Association (NALSA) in October.
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Lawyer, Mother, Coyote: Knudson School of Law Alumna Balances Life and Work in South Dakota
Summary: The University of South Dakota’s Knudson School of Law recently welcomed alumna Alayna Holmstrom, J.D., ‘18, B.S., ‘15, to speak at the annual Marjorie Breeden Society event, where she reflected on what USD and South Dakota have meant to her, personally and professionally.
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Second-Year Law Student Ben Compton's Law Internship Leads to Professional and Personal Growth
Summary: Knudson School of Law second-year student Ben Compton completed a summer internship with Becker Law Group, which provided an enriching and transformative experience that fostered his professional development.
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A Summer at Sanford: Law Student Will Penisten Reflects on Legal Internship Experience
Summary: Will Penisten, a third-year law student at the University of South Dakota’s Knudson School of Law, spent his summer as a legal intern at Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, gaining comprehensive experience in various aspects of corporate legal counsel.
Guest Column
I received a great education while at the University of South Dakota and had some really beneficial mentorship, so I felt very prepared for the field. As the state's only law school, we get a lot of networking opportunities that other schools don't.
Weaving Justice Into Rural South Dakota
Rachelle Norberg '18 makes connections that strengthen the community she serves.
