Ann Charron
Becoming bronze
As Old Man Winter blows in and summer days of basking in the sun are long forgotten, students turn to an alternative source of sunlight to get rid of their winter blues. Indoor tanning remains a popular activity among adults despite the various health risks associated with it.
In History at SDSU
November 7, 1916 The annual cross country run will be held Saturday before the game. The three-mile route will conclude in front of the grandstands on the athletic field. The runners will compete for the Ewing trophy, put up this fall by Coach Ewing. November 8, 1956 Two State College sophomores and two Brookings High School students survived a one-car accident early Sunday morning on Highway 77 south of Brookings.
Fun in Brookings under $10
When it comes to entertainment, many college students find themselves out of ideas and out of money. But a night on the town in Brookings is possible and affordable. In fact, sometimes it takes only $10 and a group of friends to make the night worthwhile.
In history at SDSU
November 4, 1919 A Students’ Association committee began investigating possible sites for a skating rink during the past week. Five sites are under consideration. President Johnson said that he was in favor of the move on the part of the Students’ Association and considers the roofing of the rink, a practical idea.
Howling Halloween
As day turns into night on Oct. 31, the streets of Brookings will be running wild with the shrieks and howls of witches, devils, ghosts, ballerinas, football players and even Sponge Bob Square Pants. Halloween, a time of trick-or-treating, causing mischief, and getting a little scared, is not just for children anymore.
Stressed Out?
As SDSU reaches the halfway point in the semester, many students’ stress levels will be rising. Cramming for midterms, working part-time jobs and finding time for friends can seem overwhelming to the average student but there are ways to deal with stress before it builds up.
In History at SDSU
October 19, 1920 South Dakota State College students were able to watch the football game between NDU and State, played in Grand Forks, at the Fad Theater in Brookings Saturday afternoon. Through the use of an electric football board, the audience was able to watch the game play by play.
Body Art
Over the last 118 years, South Dakota State University has seen as many trends and fads walk through the door each year as students. One recent trend among college students is piercings, and it’s not just ears anymore. No, piercings can now be found just about anywhere on the human body.
In history at SDSU
October 18, 1910 South Dakota State College won its third victory against Yankton. With speed and endurance, the State college team defeated Yankton 12-0 on the local field. October 16, 1940 Two hundred eighty-six South Dakota State College students between the ages of 21 and 35 began contributing their share to national defense today.
American Indian expressions of spirituality
As Native American Day approaches, many students and faculty members will use the three-day weekend as a time of relaxation and as a time to get away from the daily stess of college life. The holiday weekend is more than just a time to relax though. It’s also a time to reflect on the history and culture of American Indians.
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