Caldwell provides space
The new suite-style residence hall, Caldwell Hall, will be making some changes in on-campus living when it opens next fall. Beginning next fall, sophomores with a 2.5 GPA or higher, who have no record of disciplinary action taken against them and are not on academic probation will have the option of living in the hall.
Flyin’ High
Bryan Aukerman, a pre-nursing freshman from Sioux Falls, got out for a game of frisbee Monday afternoon. Warm temperatures, while excellent for outdoor as activities can make it more challenging to get studying done at the end of the semester.
Campus organizations see new, returning leaders for next year
Towards the end of every school year, SDSU undergoes changes in leadership in different organizations around campus. The University Program Council (UPC) rehired Kimberly Harer as president and hired new vice president Cy Fixen. Fixen will replace Alison Munsterman.
SDSU to host annual American Indian Conference
SDSU will host the 13th Annual Conference on American Indian History and Culture. The event is sponsored by the American Indian Studies program, the Office of Academic Affairs, the College of Arts and Science, the Office of Diversity Enhancement and the S.
State money to keep flowing
The South Dakota Opportunity Scholarship is here to stay, at least for another year. The Opportunity Scholarship provides qualifying incoming freshmen with $5,000 in funds to be applied to tuition costs at a higher education institute in South Dakota. Earlier this year, there was discussion in the South Dakota Legislature that the scholarship wouldn’t be available to freshmen entering college in the 2005-2006 school year because of low funding.
Triathlete remembers
Two years ago, I crossed off my first task on my “Things to before I die” list. I competed in a sprint triathlon. I’ve wanted to do a triathlon since I was in seventh grade, but never thought I could finish it. But when I found out my hometown was hosting a sprint triathlon, I jumped at the chance.
Book Nazis’ intentionally rob students
Wow, we have reached the end of another fantastic year. Congrats to the seniors who will be leaving us for more schooling or perhaps to just be poor and exploited elsewhere. As for me, I’m rockin’ the five-year plan which means more craziness and more columns.
Problems turn into blessings
I’ve had some terrible luck as of late. It all started with a flat tire. Next my Blazer’s drive shaft decided to come apart. About a week later the new drive shaft somehow went bad again. Apparently the service center I was relying on replaces bad parts with faulty ones.
Editorial
On April 22, 1970, people all over the world celebrated the first Earth Day. The purpose of the day was to encourage people to take better care of the Earth and to be conscientious of the affect they have on nature. This year is the 35th Earth Day and the goals of the first Earth Day remain important today.
Jacks sweep NDSU at home, face Minnesota
SDSU performed well at home as they swept NDSU in a three-game series this weekend. Tyson Bothof became the first SDSU pitcher this season to record a nine-inning complete game as the Jacks defeated NDSU 10-1 Saturday. The Jacks came from behind in both games to win 4-3 and 9-6 over the Bison.
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