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Wellness Center expansion in the discussion phase

The Students’ Association wants to see the SDSU Wellness Center expanded. Right now they are in the research and discussion stage, hoping that the South Dakota Board of Regents will approve a Request for Proposal in October or December. Until then, prototypes and building plans are at a standstill. “Until that’s approved, we can’t come [...]

Local comedian raises money for Autism Speaks

Local comedian raises money for Autism Speaks

On Friday, Sept. 23, comedian and comedy promoter Brian Abrahamson will be hosting a walk to raise money for Autism Speaks at the Empire Mall in Sioux Falls. “We just found out that my son, Noah, who is almost 4 years old is autistic,” Abrahamson said. “Noah’s Ark Comedy is named after him. He is [...]

Shay Birath celebrates a point during the Jacks' 3-0 win over Western Illinois

Volleyball sweep caps big weekend

Outside hitting and defense were the keys to a 3-0 victory over Western Illinois One thing was clear after SDSU swept Western Illinois at Frost Arena last Saturday night: the Jacks will defend home court with everything they have. “This is our home and teams should not look forward to coming here. It’s just going [...]

Editors’ Note: Sports columnist Travis Kriens hosts a TV show, The Sports Lounge on SDSU channel 2, which airs numerous times during the week. He also co-hosts a radio show on KSDJ on Tuesdays from 6-9 p.m.

Kriens: Dome far from home

I have been a Minnesota Vikings fan for as long as I can remember, but have never been to a game. That changed on Sunday as The Collegian managing editor Drue Aman, sports editor Marcus Traxler and I went to see the Vikings play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Neither of us had been to a [...]

Several SDSU students take time to talk between class.

Diversity goes beyond race

SDSU wanted to hire someone with years of experience and a unique perspective on diversity in academics. Jaime Nolan-Andrino fit this description. As the chief diversity officer, Nolan-Andrino is responsible for a complex list of functions, the most important being to provide leadership. That leadership will extend to almost every department in order to promote [...]

Dexter is more than good TV

Dexter is more than good TV

Most people know the benevolent serial killer Dexter Morgan from the hit TV series Dexter, starring Michael C. Hall. However, author Jeff Lindsay has been crafting his unique lead character for over a decade. His newest effort, Dexter is Delicious, showcases the blood spatter analyst in a much different light, that of a potential victim. [...]

Coach’s Candor: 09.21.11

Coach’s Candor: 09.21.11

Editor’s Note: The Collegian recently caught up with head wrestling coach Jason Liles to talk about his program and rebuilding, the newcomers, and getting Nebraska to come to Brookings again. What changes have you made since the end of last year, as far as improving the program goes? We made a big step in the [...]

Hobotech booms

Hobotech booms

The SDSU Apple Store has become a convenience for both students and faculty since it opened this summer. That convenience has reflected in sales and general buzz for one of 30 Apple stores opening on college campuses nationwide. Now, there is easy access to computers and other technical gear. “Things weren’t very active here, starting [...]

Tyrel Kool runs the ball against the Illinois defense on Sept. 10. The Jacks return to Illinois this week to face Illinois State

Poly Pounding

So much for that trip to paradise. SDSU’s problems from their 56-3 defeat at Illinois seemed to be magnified as the Jackrabbits got pounded for the second consecutive game, falling to Cal Poly, 48-14. It does nothing but raise more questions about what exactly is going wrong for the football team that has now given [...]