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Caldwell continues to please
It’s been open for more than a year and residents couldn’t be happier with the modern living arrangements in Caldwell Hall. “We’ve found that students like this style of living,” said Residential Life Director Mike Kervin. The hall was designed so that two rooms share one restroom.
Student Health organizes flu shot for vaccination week
Even with the unusual warm weather, winter is still fast approaching. And as a reminder to students, SDSU Student Health and Counseling Service is planning to hold flu shot clinics throughout the week. SDSU Student Health and Counseling Service Associate Director Brenda Andersen wants students to know that now is the time to get vaccinated.
Police seek help in rape case
A 21-year-old female says she was raped by three masked men during the early morning hours in downtown Brookings on Nov. 1. “This is still an ongoing investigation,” said Jeff Miller, a lieutenant with the Brookings Police Department. “At the time of the incident, we didn’t feel this was a risk to the public and that is why we did not release the information right away.
Pride invited to reappear in Rose Parade
You can go anywhere from here. Sound familiar? Those are the words President Peggy Miller used to announce that the Pride of the Dakotas has been invited back to perform in the 2008 Tournament of Roses Parade is Pasadena. “To the best of our knowledge, we are the first collegiate band whose team is not playing in the game, invited back for a second performance in the parade,” said director Jim McKinney.
Parade hits the brakes
An enraged professor tapped the brakes on the entire Hobo Day Parade Oct. 28 by blocking a float he believed broke rules barring political entries. While a compromise was worked out on-the-spot, the organizations involved have since complained, saying the parade’s policy just isn’t good enough.
Students pay school cost with sales of Mary Kay
Two college students have found a unique way to pay their way through college. Lacey Roland and Amy Christie have both started their own business. The two sell Mary Kay cosmetic products. “It’s a great way to earn extra money and has taught me how to deal with real-life situations,” said Roland.
Who gets to kiss the babies?
A lack of clear communication has created confusion about who can participate in Saturday’s Hobo Day parade. In an election year, two campus political groups say they have been given different rules for parade participation, and one candidate said he has been turned away.
Costumes are in!
The Party Depot just off Main Avenue in Brookings has everything a shopper could want. That hadn’t always been the case. Owner Cheryl Meyer decided this year was the time to try costumes. Her selection now includes hundreds of costumes, masks, accessories and party favors to choose from.
Students can chill, play pool at Hobo Hangout
If you live on campus and are looking for a place to spend some time away from your textbooks and classes, the Hobo Hangout may be the place to go. Located in the lower level of Pierson Hall, the large open area offers students the chance to watch TV, play some pool or just hang out with friends.
500 voters wanted: SDSU joins drive for more registrations
SDSU has joined nearly 80 other universities in supporting an American Association of State Colleges and Universities initiative this fall. The goal is to register as many students as possible and get them out to vote come Election Day. Robert Burns, political science professor, said SDSU hopes to get more than 500 new voters on campus this fall.
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