Public Service & Law Research
Engage in impactful research, addressing critical issues, analyzing legal frameworks and making a lasting change in public service and law.
The University of South Dakota excels in public service and law research, driven by its commitment to addressing pressing societal challenges and advancing the field of law. Researchers at the university explore critical issues and analyze legal frameworks, contributing to an informed understanding of public service and law and making a lasting impact on the evolving economic landscape, careers, communities and beyond.
Making an Impact
Carnegie Classification: Doctoral University – High research value.
Graduate research programs have had a significant impact on the economy of South Dakota, through grants, business creation, and innovative science.
Of research investment in South Dakota over the past 5 years.
Departments & Facilities
Farber Center
At the W.O. Farber Center for Civic Leadership, we prepare students for a lifetime of leadership as citizens of the community, state, nation and world.
Government Research Bureau
The Government Research Bureau, established in 1939, has a distinguished history of conducting applied research on public policy and administrative issues affecting the State of South Dakota, local governments and American Indian Reservations and nonprofits. Technical expertise and modern and innovative analysis tools are used to assist state and local government officials in the areas of economic development and policy formation.
Center for Disabilities
Advocating for increased self-determination, independence and a satisfying quality of life.
Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment
The Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment focuses on delivering education, outreach and research geared toward eliminating child sexual abuse and maltreatment in South Dakota.
South Dakota Area Health Education Center
We connect students to careers, professionals to communities and communities to better health.
Head Start
Learn and grow in Head Start! We offer free early learning programs for expectant families and children up to age 5.
Recent News
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.
Doctor of Nursing Practice Alumna Uses Degree to Become President and CEO of Avera St. Benedict
Well before Lindsay Weber, DNP ’24, BSN ’07, CNP, became president and CEO of Avera St. Benedict Health Center in Parkston, South Dakota, she already had a solid understanding of the ins and outs of patient care.
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USD Receives $6.5 Million to Establish South Dakota Biomedical Computation Collaborative
Medical school and computer science faculty members at the University of South Dakota have received a $6.5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education that will bolster innovative medical education and biomedical sciences using computation and artificial intelligence (AI), leading to improved clinical practice and patient care for South Dakotans.
