Tuition rates cut for some
Tuition rates are being cut, but not for all SDSU students. Starting next year, out-of-state students who are incoming freshmen, and transfer students will see the change. The 200 percent out-of-state rate will be cut to the Western Undergraduate Exchange rate of 150 percent of what in-state students pay.
Students’ Association suggests new programs to administration
The South Dakota State University Students’ Association Board of Directors has suggested new programs for SDSU. The programs include undergraduate, master, doctoral and professional programs. SA Vice President Tim Wrenn initiated the idea for the Senate to come up with idea for new programs.
Heating assistance still available
Rising heating costs with the onset of dropping temperatures during the winter months may leave students a little short on cash. Assistance to help pay a portion of those heating costs is still available through a statewide Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP).
South Dakota Art Museum featuring new exhibits
When the last weeks of the semester come to a close and the holiday vacation begins, the campus of SDSU becomes a much quieter place. For those hanging around for Christmas vacation, or looking for something new at anytime, the South Dakota Art Museum currently has several new exhibits on display.
Tanning salons: healthy or harmful?
Ages aside, young and old alike indulge several times a week in tanning. People tan for different reasons and durations, but one thing seems the same: people tan because they want to look and feel better about themselves. Tanning has several advantages. It can clear up minor cases of acne or boost a bad mood.
SDSU student dies in Iraq, school mourns
One gold star stands out from the blue ones on the service flag that hangs above the main entrance of SDSU’s Administration Building. “The SDSU family grieves for the loss of one of our sons,” South Dakota State University President Peggy Miller said. “Let us all pray that we will never have to replace another star in this way.
Life lessons are learned from those around you
I have been called quite a few nice things during the last month or so. I’ve also been scolded by administration and abandoned by my editors. I was kicked while I was down, bashed into the ground, and ultimately received support from areas I didn’t expect.
Chiropractic office to open next year
As Sixth Street stretches east over Interstate 29 and turns into Highway 14 once again, drivers may notice a new 20,000 square-foot building. However, no exterior distinction can yet be made as to what the facility’s function may be. The automatic doors open up into a spacious waiting room.
Thermometer rises for United Way
The tempeature may be low outside, but the United Way’s donation thermometer is rising. A large United Way fundraiser thermometer stands along Medary Avenue. United Way in Brookings had the goal of raising $400,000 from 2005 to 2006. Currently, the donations have surpassed $410,000.
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